Canadian Tournament Combat 5: The Default World Comes To Canada

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Friday, Week 3, May 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Stunning" Steph Smith (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -1060) vs. Catherine Davis (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +840)

Steph Smith is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter from Ontario, who has always had the ground game to give most opponents problems but continually shows poor fight IQ and tries to stand with opponents. She has gotten away with it so far, primarily thanks to poor opposition on the local scene, but any competent striker would probably exploit that weakness to devastating effect. Catherine Davis is a young Canadian fighter who fights at Flyweight. She has been studying Taekwondo for some time and likes to use the explosive and spectacular kicks that she has learned in her MMA game. The winner of this fight will face #4 Sandy Oliver in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Rhonda Britton (8-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Underdog: +150) vs. Akemi Satou (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Favorite: -190)

Rhonda Britton is a power puncher from Ontario, who is in her element when she gets to stand and bang with opponents. Her boxing skills allow her to beat most other women in a fist fight, but she is vulnerable to kicks and has no ground game to speak of. The latter weakness was her downfall in WEFF, where it was brutally exploited by opponents and led her to three submission losses in a row in 1998. She was cut from the roster as a result, and has been rebuilding her career on the local circuit. Akemi Satou is a student of Jiu-Jitsu who is particularly noted for her choke submissions. Small even for a Flyweight, Satou's awful stand-up could easily be exploited by a big, aggressive opponent, and that big weakness is what has held her back on the Japanese local circuit. The winner of this fight will face #2 Honey Due in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Vicious But Delicious" Tracy Garcia (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -500) vs. Emiri Fueki (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +390)

Tracy Garcia is a BJJ competitor from Mexico, who is a threat on the ground, but lacks a decent stand-up game to back it up. She does have fairly heavy hands though, and so on the odd occasion when she does manage to hit a punch she usually does damage. In 1998 she moved from Mexico to live and train in the US, and has become a regular on the local MMA scene there. Emiri Fueki comes from a kick boxing background and is especially good at using leg kicks to wear down an opponents stamina. She has little to no ground or grappling game however, and that's a major issue that she needs to address going forward. The winner of this fight will face #4 Samantha Sachs in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Maggie Martin (6-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -130) vs. Hiroko Doi (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +100)

Maggie Martin is a decent wrestler who can cause opponents problems with her ability to exert grappling control, but who ultimately doesn't possess to weapons to actually finish many fights. She was a WEFF regular for several years but was eventually cut with a disappointing 3-5 record. She is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Phoebe Bergman in her last fight. Hiroko Doi is a very small athlete, who is a Jiu-Jitsu fighter from Japan. She is skillful on the ground, but her weak stand-up and the fact that she can be bullied by bigger opponents (almost all of them) hold her back. The winner of this fight will face #5 Kochiyo Chikamatsu in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Dangerous" Denise Phelan (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Even: -110) vs. Carmen "Snap Dragon" Routhwaite (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Even: -110)

"Dangerous" Denise Phelan is a wrestler from California. Very good at physically imposing herself on opponents, it is only really her lack of quality striking that is likely to hold her back. If she can improve it, she will be a real handful for anyone. Carmen "Snap Dragon" Routhwaite decided to enter MMA after doing well at kick boxing. Her strikes are crisp and precise, particularly her head kicks, but she is sorely lacking in other areas of MMA and will need to dramatically improve if she is to move forward. The winner of this fight will face #2 Monica Masters in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Mio Mochizuki (4-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Underdog: +660) vs. Manami Ken (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Favorite: -830)

Mio Mochizuki is a decidedly average fighter from Japan. Her biggest weaknesses are that she is terrible on the ground and has a very weak chin, and these pronounced flaws have seen her struggle even on the weak Japanese local scene. Manami Ken is a Jiu-Jitsu specialist from Kobe. She is noted for being noticably uncomfortable at striking, to the point that she barely throws any punches or kicks at all, instead putting all her effort into getting the fight to the ground. The winner of this fight will face #6 Jenny DeNeuve in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Hanae Maehata (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Underdog: +270) vs. Lily Hickmann (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Favorite: -350)

Hanae Maehata is a tough striker from a Taekwondo background, at 5'11" she likes to use her big kicks to batter opponents from range. Her lack of ground game is easily exploited though and is holding her back from rising up the rankings. Lily Hickmann is a competent wrestler, who has the grappling ability to make life tough for many opponents, but ultimately seems to lack the firepower or submissions in her arsenal to end a fight. The winner of this fight will face #7 Gina Dixon in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Carina Costa (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Favorite: -540) vs. Kata Mallasz (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Underdog: +430)

Carina Costa is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist. Good on the ground, and particularly noted for her high quality sweeps, Costa's big weakness is her poor stand-up. Kata Mallasz is a little ball of energy, a Hungarian fighter who generally likes to fight at Flyweight. Known for her tremendous cardio and her all-out constant attacks, she's a dream to watch and a nightmare to fight against. She debuted on the Euro circuit in early 2001. The winner of this fight will face #3 Daljit Samir in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Isabeli Martins (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Underdog: +390) vs. Cindy Dumas (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -500)

Isabeli Martins is a tough Texan who trained in boxing for many years, but in 1997 decided to move to MMA. She is decent with her hands, but lacks anything approaching an all-around game. Cindy Dumas is a decent wrestler, who likes to work from up close where she can bully opponents around with her grappling. She is good at inflicting damage from the clinch via her dirty boxing and elbow strikes, but lacks the ability to finish opponents off. She has been a regular on the local MMA scene since her debut in 1997, and has put together a tidy won-loss record, albeit against pretty poor competition. The winner of this fight will face #3 Pamela O'Neill in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Hoshi Kogo (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +300) vs. Toshie Nishina (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -380)

Hoshi Kogo is a tiny little ball of energy, who is a pit-bull like wrestler who simply keeps coming after opponents in relentless fashion. Unfortunately she lacks the power or submission threat to really worry anyone. Toshie Nishina is a decent wrestler from Japan, whose favorite technique is to use Wall and Stall, punishing her opponents with dirty boxing. It's not great to watch, but it's hard for opponents to deal with. The winner of this fight will face #1 Daniela Sadorra in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Liz "The Sexy Badger" Brunnell (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -390) vs. Shiho Konno (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +310)

Liz Brunnell is a Welsh wrestler who loves to beat people up from the clinch with dirty boxing and tight body control. She will almost certainly have to leave her British base if she is to achieve anything worth while in her career, unless BCF decide to make a womens division. Shiho Konno is a distinctly average kick boxer from Nagoya. She can cause problems for those who don't take her seriously enough, but for the most part she offers little threat to bigger names and is likely to struggle to get past the local MMA scene. The winner of this fight will face #5 Michelle Addams in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ayame "Komodo" Kondo (6-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Favorite: -150) vs. Kaoru Nanami (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Underdog: +110)

Ayame Kondo is a grappler who has the ability to shut down and control opponents, but rarely to go to the next step and actually finish them off. She is best known for her spell with KDM FC in which she went a disappointing 0-3, eventually getting cut after a sub-30 second KO loss to Yuya Shimizu. Back on the local circuit, she is now trying to put her career back on track. Kaoru Nanami is a brawler, whose entire style revolves around her powerful punches and trying to land one. If she does, she has the potential to do a lot of damage. She's a fan favorite, but her utter one-dimensionality means that she is unlikely to ever find true success in MMA. The winner of this fight will face #1 Sarah Vaughan in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Yoko Kobayashi (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Underdog: +640) vs. Natassia Potocnik (4-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Favorite: -810)

Yoko Kobayashi is a Karate fighter, who is pretty limited when it comes to MMA. She can hold her own when it comes to striking, but she is mostly dire in all the other aspects. Natassia Potocnik is a ground and pound specialist, known for her love of using elbows from the guard to try and bust open her opponent. Difficult to shift once she has top position, the best strategy to use against her is to try and keep it standing, where she is at her weakest. The winner of this fight will face #6 Serena Hill in the Second Round.

 

 

Weigh-In Results

Steph Smith (125 lbs) vs. Catherine Davis (125 lbs)

Rhonda Britton (125 lbs) vs. Akemi Satou (125 lbs)

Tracy Garcia (135 lbs) vs. Emiri Fueki (135 lbs)

Maggie Martin (125 lbs) vs. Hiroko Doi (125 lbs)

Denise Phelan (135 lbs) vs. Carmen Routhwaite (135 lbs)

Mio Mochizuki (125 lbs) vs. Manami Ken (125 lbs)

Hanae Maehata (135 lbs) vs. Lily Hickmann (135 lbs)

Carina Costa (125 lbs) vs. Kata Mallasz (125 lbs)

Isabeli Martins (135 lbs) vs. Cindy Dumas (135 lbs)

Hoshi Kogo (125 lbs) vs. Toshie Nishina (125 lbs)

Liz Brunnell (135 lbs) vs. Shiho Konna (135 lbs)

Ayame Kondo (135 lbs) vs. Kaoru Nanami (135 lbs)

Yoko Kobayashi (135 lbs) vs. Natassia Potocnik (135 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 24 Full Fight Card

WFLY: Steph Smith vs. Catherine Davis

WFLY: Rhonda Britton vs. Akemi Satou

WBW: Tracy Garcia vs. Emiri Fueki

WFLY: Maggie Martin vs. Hiroko Doi

WBW: Denise Phelan vs. Carmen Routhwaite

WFLY: Mio Mochizuki vs. Manami Ken

WBW: Hanae Maehata vs. Lily Hickmann

WFLY: Carina Costa vs. Kata Mallasz

WBW: Isabeli Martins vs. Cindy Dumas

WFLY: Hoshi Kogo vs. Toshie Nishina

 

WBW: Liz Brunnell vs. Shiho Konno

WBW: Ayame Kondo vs. Kaoru Nanami

WBW: Yoko Kobayashi vs. Natassia Potocnik

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Friday, Week 3, May 2002

Live From Halifax, Nova Scotia

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoko Kobayashi (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: +640) vs. Natassia Potocnik (4-2, 0-0 CTC, From: St. Petersburg, Russia, Favorite: -810)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the prelim fights is Yoko Kobayashi taking on Natassia Potocnik.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Gregory C. James, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Kobayashi looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Kobayashi hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Potocnik sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Potocnik has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Potocnik tries to lock Kobayashi in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Kobayashi fights off the armbar attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Potocnik throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Potocnik attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Kobayashi gets caught by the arm triangle, and it's deep enough that she has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:42) The winner, by submission, is Natassia Potocnik!

 

 

Official Result: Natassia Potocnik defeats Yoko Kobayashi (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 2:18 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ayame "Komodo" Kondo (6-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -150) vs. Kaoru Nanami (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Ayame 'Komodo' Kondo competing against Kaoru Nanami.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Gregory C. James, 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 - 04:51) Nanami comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Kondo, but Nanami was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Nanami can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Kondo keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Nanami.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Nanami can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Kondo, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Nanami throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Nanami comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Kondo, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Nanami fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Nanami throws a punch but Kondo was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Nanami connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Nanami throws a punch but Kondo was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Nanami fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Kondo is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Nanami senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Nanami pounds away on Kondo, landing several great shots that rock her!

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Referee Harry A. Bierce pulls Nanami away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Kaoru Nanami takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Kaoru Nanami defeats Ayame 'Komodo' Kondo (TKO (Strikes) in 2:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kaoru Nanami thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Kaoru Nanami says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Liz "The Sexy Badger" Brunnell (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Favorite: -390) vs. Shiho Konno (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +310)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell competes against Shiho Konno in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Gregory C. James, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Konno lands a left jab, but Brunnell avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Brunnell seizes the chance and grabs Konno into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Brunnell hits Konno with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Konno gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Brunnell uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Konno as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Konno as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Konno as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Brunnell hits Konno with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Brunnell is trying to push Konno so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Brunnell does it, Konno is stuck with her back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Brunnell smothers Konno against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Brunnell hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Brunnell hits Konno, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Konno while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Konno while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Konno is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

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

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Brunnell aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that she can grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Konno throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Brunnell gets hold of Konno, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Konno gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Brunnell uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Brunnell hits Konno with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Konno.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Konno as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Brunnell hits Konno with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Brunnell hits Konno with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Brunnell hits Konno with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Konno lands a left jab, but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Without taking too much damage, Brunnell is able to clinch with Konno.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Konno as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Konno gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Brunnell uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Konno tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Konno.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Brunnell hits Konno with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

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

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Brunnell 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 - 04:48) Brunnell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Konno took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Konno hits a left hand, but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Brunnell, wanting to grapple, comes forward. She appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Konno fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Without taking too much damage, Brunnell is able to clinch with Konno.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Brunnell tries to wrestle Konno backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Konno ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Brunnell catches Konno with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Brunnell hits Konno, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Konno is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Brunnell smothers Konno against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Brunnell hits Konno, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Brunnell hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Brunnell smothers Konno against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Brunnell smothers Konno against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Brunnell pins Konno up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Taking a few gulps of breath, Brunnell is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Konno is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Konno can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Brunnell with a body kick.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Brunnell looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Konno simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) A jab is wide from Konno, but then she catches Brunnell with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) Konno connects with a nice jab and then hits Brunnell with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Brunnell, wanting to grapple, comes forward. She appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Konno connects with a jab, but Brunnell evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Brunnell gets hold of Konno.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Brunnell is trying to push Konno so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) She does so and now has Konno pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Konno is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Brunnell pins Konno up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

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

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Konno needs to turn up the intensity, she 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 - 04:51) Konno moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Brunnell looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Konno simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Konno can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Konno connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Konno is definitely slowing, her gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 04:17) A jab is wide from Konno, but then she catches Brunnell with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Brunnell gets hold of Konno without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Brunnell is trying to muscle Konno up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Brunnell achieves it, pinning Konno to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Brunnell hits Konno, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Brunnell pins Konno up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Brunnell hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Brunnell pins Konno up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Konno while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) Konno is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Brunnell hits Konno, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Konno is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Brunnell smothers Konno against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Brunnell pins Konno up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Brunnell is definitely slowing, her gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) A jab is wide from Konno, but then she catches Brunnell with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) A jab hits home from Konno and then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Konno lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Brunnell.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Brunnell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Konno took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) A jab is wide from Konno, but then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Konno uses a left jab, but a spin kick fails to make contact.

(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 Brunnell.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Konno really needs a finish in this final round or she will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Brunnell.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Konno can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Brunnell with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Circling warily, Brunnell is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Konno lands a left hand and then catches Brunnell with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Konno hits a left hand, but misses with a right body kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Slipping, Konno crashes to the floor, ending up on her back.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Brunnell looks to get on top of Konno.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Brunnell is quick, Konno can't stop her getting side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Brunnell tries to ensnare Konno in an armbar.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Konno doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Konno tries to move to guard, but Brunnell doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 02:43) In side control, Brunnell catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Brunnell blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) From the looks of things, I don't think Konno has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) In side control, Brunnell begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Konno can't fend off her opponent and is mounted.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Brunnell looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Brunnell fires away with punches, and Konno is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 5 - 01:15) Brunnell unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 5 - 01:15) The strikes are hard enough to force Konno to roll to the side, giving up her back in the process!

(Rd 5 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) Brunnell tries to put Konno in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Brunnell has Konno flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 5 - 00:30) By submission, the winner is Liz Brunnell!

 

 

Official Result: Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell defeats Shiho Konno (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:30 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Liz Brunnell thanks all of her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. Liz Brunnell says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win. Liz Brunnell handled this interview with aplomb, it was an impressive, assured performance.

 

 

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CTC WOMENS FLYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Hoshi Kogo (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Saitama, Japan, Underdog: +300) vs. Toshie Nishina (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -380)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is our first main fight of the night, in which Hoshi Kogo competes against Toshie Nishina.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Gregory C. James, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Nishina manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Nishina uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kogo as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Nishina tries to wrestle Kogo backward and up against the cage.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Nishina pins Kogo up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Nishina scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) It looks like Kogo has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Nishina smothers Kogo against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Nishina launches a knee strike but Kogo is ready, catches the leg, and uses some wrestling to turn it around so that Nishina is the one against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Kogo looks to try and maintain control via her wrestling skills, but Nishina proves too good and manages to turn them around so that she is in the dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Kogo is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) The lack of progress forces referee Leo Behan to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Nishina is the aggressor.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Nishina hits Kogo with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Nishina is looking to muscle Kogo back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Nishina achieves it, pinning Kogo to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Nishina uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Nishina pins Kogo up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a short left uppercut.

(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 Nishina.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Kogo.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Nishina aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Using her wrestling skills, Nishina is trying to push Kogo up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Kogo ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a quick elbow.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Kogo uses her wrestling skills to prevent Nishina from throwing any knee strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Nishina catches Kogo with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Kogo is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Nishina pins Kogo up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Nishina attempts to use a knee strike but Kogo pulls the clinch tighter.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Kogo lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Nishina manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Nishina uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kogo as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Nishina is trying to push Kogo so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Kogo out-wrestles her though.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Kogo is trying to push Nishina so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Kogo can't move Nishina at all though, and finds herself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Using her wrestling skills, Nishina is trying to push Kogo up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Nishina achieves it, pinning Kogo to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Nishina tries to hit Kogo with an elbow, but Kogo takes the opportunity to switch it around so that she is in control and Nishina is the one backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Kogo is wearing Nishina down by keeping her trapped up against the cage and forcing her to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds.

(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 Nishina.

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

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:50) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Nishina works her way to a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 04:41) Nishina uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kogo as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Nishina hits Kogo with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Kogo gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Nishina is trying to push Kogo so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Nishina achieves it, pinning Kogo to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Nishina smothers Kogo against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Nishina catches Kogo with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Kogo uses her wrestling skills to prevent Nishina from throwing any elbow strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Nishina uses dirty boxing to punish Kogo while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Nishina is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Nishina is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Kogo tries to wriggle free, but Nishina controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Using her wrestling skills, Nishina is trying to push Kogo up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Nishina does it, Kogo is stuck with her back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Nishina tries to hit Kogo with an elbow, but Kogo takes the opportunity to switch it around so that she is in control and Nishina is the one backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Kogo looks to try and maintain control via her wrestling skills, but Nishina proves too good and manages to turn them around so that she is in the dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(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 Nishina, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if she wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Kogo 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 - 04:55) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Nishina is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Nishina uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kogo as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Nishina is looking to muscle Kogo back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Nishina manages it and controls Kogo up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Kogo is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) Nishina catches Kogo with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Kogo takes a knee strike to the inside of her own knee.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Kogo takes a knee strike to the inside of her own knee.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Kogo is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) Nishina uses dirty boxing to punish Kogo while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Kogo is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 02:34) Nishina hits Kogo, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Kogo is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Nishina is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Kogo tries to wriggle free, but Nishina controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Nishina uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kogo as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Nishina tries to wrestle Kogo backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Nishina can't move Kogo at all though, and finds herself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Using her wrestling skills, Kogo is trying to push Nishina up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Nishina isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Nishina catches Kogo with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) Kogo gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Nishina uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Kogo.

(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 Nishina, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Kogo is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. She needs a finish in this final round.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Kogo is showing clear signs of the beating her body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around her rib cage.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Seeing her opponent about to shoot in, Kogo timed it well and moved in to start a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Kogo is trying to muscle Nishina up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Kogo can't do it though, and Nishina gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Nishina hits Kogo with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Nishina tries to wrestle Kogo backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Kogo ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:37) Nishina scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Kogo takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Nishina smothers Kogo against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) Kogo is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Kogo is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) Nishina catches Kogo with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Nishina catches Kogo with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Nishina catches Kogo with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Nishina uses dirty boxing to punish Kogo while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Nishina hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Nishina is definitely slowing, her gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Nishina aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) Kogo gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Nishina uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) Nishina is trying to push Kogo so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) She does so and now has Kogo pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:42) Nishina looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 00:42) Nishina smothers Kogo against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Kogo uses her wrestling skills to prevent Nishina from throwing any elbow strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Kogo lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Nishina 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 a score of 50-45.

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

 

 

Official Result: Toshie Nishina defeats Hoshi Kogo (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Toshie Nishina gives a name-check to everyone at Flying Daggers, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. Toshie Nishina says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Isabeli Martins (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Dallas, Texas, Underdog: +390) vs. Cindy Dumas (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Independence, Missouri, Favorite: -500)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Isabeli Martins goes head to head with Cindy Dumas.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Gregory C. James, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Martins lands a jab and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Martins hits a left jab and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Dumas shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) The takedown is unsuccessful, Martins sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Martins fails to find a home for her jab, but then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Martins looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) A defensive jab hits from Dumas.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Martins connects with a nice jab and then hits Dumas with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) A jab is wide from Martins, but then she hits a nice straight right.

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

(Rd 1 - 03:03) A great sprawl from Martins prevents the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Martins can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Dumas with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Martins lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Martins steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Martins lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Martins moves in on Dumas, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) A tentative jab from Dumas lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Martins can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Dumas with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Martins closes in on Dumas, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Dumas looked like she was going to shoot, but Martins simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) A jab hits home from Martins and then she lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Martins moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Martins lands a jab and then hits Dumas with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Martins moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Martins lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Martins hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) A punch from Martins fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Dumas takes the chance and grabs Martins into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Using her wrestling skills, Dumas is trying to push Martins up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Martins ends up backed against the cage.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Dumas looks a little shell-shocked too.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Martins connects with a jab, but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Martins can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Martins throws three punches, but Dumas defended successfully against them all.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Dumas takes the chance and grabs Martins into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Martins tries to wriggle free, but Dumas controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Dumas is trying to push Martins so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Dumas manages it and controls Martins up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Dumas pins Martins up against the cage and stomps down hard on her foot.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas smashes her with a vicious elbow!

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Dumas smothers Martins against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas punishes her with a big elbow to the face.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Dumas hits Martins, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas hits her with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Dumas hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Taking a few gulps of breath, Martins is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Martins confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Dumas had looked like she was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Martins hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Blood is visible on Dumas, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above her eye.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Martins lands a jab and then hits Dumas with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Martins confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Dumas had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) A jab is wide from Martins, but then she catches Dumas with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Martins throws a punch but Dumas avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Dumas.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Martins can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) The gash above the eye of Dumas has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:37) Martins throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Dumas seizes the chance and grabs Martins into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Martins gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Dumas uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Martins tries to wriggle free, but Dumas controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Dumas uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Martins as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Dumas is trying to push Martins so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Dumas manages it and controls Martins up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Martins gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Dumas smothers Martins against the cage, then hits her with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) Dumas catches Martins with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Martins takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas hits her with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Dumas scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Martins is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Dumas hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Dumas scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Dumas uses dirty boxing to punish Martins while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) The clock is stopped as referee Leo Behan wants to check the cut on Dumas.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) The fight recommences!

(Rd 3 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Martins hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Dumas wants to grapple but is clearly wary of her opponent's striking.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Martins can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice 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 Dumas.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Dumas up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Martins connects with a jab, but Dumas avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Martins connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Martins appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, her hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Martins can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Martins moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Dumas, but Martins was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Martins lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Circling, Dumas clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Martins can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Dumas with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Martins can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Dumas with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) Dumas lands a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) Martins connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Martins moves in on Dumas, preparing to throw.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Martins can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Martins moves in on Dumas, preparing to throw.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Dumas had looked like she was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Martins hits a left jab and then hits Dumas with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Dumas shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Dumas can't get past the sprawl of Martins and has to give up on the takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:41) Breathing very hard, Martins is looking ragged.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) A jab is wide from Martins, but then she lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:16) A jab is wide from Martins, but then she lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Dumas appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Martins took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Martins can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Dumas is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Martins starts pounding away on Dumas, looking to finish her off!

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Martins fires away and Dumas is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Martins tries to pound on Dumas, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Dumas tries to pull guard on Martins 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) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Martins took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(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) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Martins throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Dumas moves in fast and clinches with Martins.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Dumas is trying to push Martins so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Dumas does it, Martins is stuck with her back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas punishes her with a big elbow to the face.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas punishes her with a big elbow to the face.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas smashes her with a vicious elbow!

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas punishes her with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Dumas catches Martins with a hard elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Martins is trapped against the cage and Dumas hits her with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) Martins takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) Dumas hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Dumas pins Martins up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Dumas is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Dumas chooses to shoot in on Martins.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) The takedown is completed, Martins is on her back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) That's her first takedown from four attempts.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Dumas looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Dumas passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Martins starts scrambling.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Martins ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 5 - 01:06) Dumas pounds away, but Martins isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) Dumas is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) She manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Dumas unloads with some left hands, but Martins deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 5 - 00:09) Dumas fires off some lefts, but Martins isn't troubled by them.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Dumas 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 have given 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Cindy Dumas!

 

 

Official Result: Cindy Dumas defeats Isabeli Martins (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Cindy Dumas name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. Cindy Dumas says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WOMENS FLYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Carina Costa (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -540) vs. Kata Mallasz (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Budapest, Hungary, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Carina Costa goes head to head with Kata Mallasz.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) A quick flurry of punches from Mallasz sees four of four hit home and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Mallasz closes in on Costa, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Costa had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Mallasz comes in fast with five quick punches, landing five of them, and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Mallasz comes in fast with four quick punches, landing three of them, but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Mallasz comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing four of them, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Mallasz glares at her opponent.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Mallasz confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Mallasz comes in fast with four quick punches, landing three of them, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Mallasz fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Stepping in, Mallasz lands three quick punches and then hits Costa with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) A jab is wide from Mallasz, but then she hits Costa with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Showing good hand speed, Mallasz lands five out of a flurry of five punches and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Costa.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Mallasz can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Costa clearly respects her opponent's striking as she is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Mallasz can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) A jab is wide from Mallasz, but then she scores with a right cross.

(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 Mallasz, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Mallasz to start this well. Let's not forget that she is a heavy underdog in this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Costa.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Mallasz moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Costa had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Attacking with intent, Mallasz scores with five out of a flurry of five punches and then catches Costa with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Mallasz takes a moment to switch to a southpaw stance.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Mallasz steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Costa may have been aiming to get in close, but Mallasz aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Stepping in, Mallasz throws four quick punches, two of which land, and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Circling warily, Costa is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Attacking with intent, Mallasz scores with three out of a flurry of three punches and then hits Costa with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Mallasz looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Mallasz comes in fast with three quick punches, landing two of them, but Costa avoids a big left.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Mallasz moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) It looked like we were about to see Costa try and get some grappling started, but Mallasz was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Attacking with intent, Mallasz scores with five out of a flurry of five punches and then hits Costa with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Mallasz confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Mallasz throws a punch but Costa avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Costa moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Mallasz uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Attacking with a quick flurry, Mallasz lands five of five punches and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Mallasz moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) A jab is wide from Mallasz, but then she scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Costa looks like she wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping her from rushing in.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Mallasz fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Mallasz closes in on Costa, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Two jabs hit home from Mallasz and then she hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Costa looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Mallasz simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Mallasz can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Costa with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Mallasz closes in on Costa, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) It looked like we were about to see Costa try and get some grappling started, but Mallasz was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Attacking with intent, Mallasz scores with four out of a flurry of four punches and then lands a left hand.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Mallasz took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Mallasz 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 - 04:51) Mallasz comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing five of them, and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) For the first time, Mallasz is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) There's a takedown attempt from Costa.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Mallasz stops the takedown with a great sprawl. She steps away to safety.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Costa had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Stepping in, Mallasz throws five quick punches, five of which land, and then hits Costa with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Mallasz looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Mallasz comes in fast and lands five quick punches and then catches Costa with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Mallasz confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Costa may have been aiming to get in close, but Mallasz aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Mallasz throws a punch but Costa avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Mallasz can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) A quick flurry of three punches from Mallasz sees all of them hit home and then hits Costa with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Switching to a southpaw stance, Mallasz gets ready to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Mallasz fails to find a home for her jab, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:30) Stepping in, Mallasz throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then hits Costa with a straight left.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Mallasz closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Mallasz can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Mallasz can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Mallasz looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Showing good hand speed, Mallasz lands five out of a flurry of five punches and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Mallasz takes a moment to switch to a traditional stance.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) A jab is wide from Mallasz, but then she scores with a right cross.

(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 Mallasz.

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

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Mallasz moves in behind five quick punches, two of them finding a home, and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Costa may have been aiming to get in close, but Mallasz aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Mallasz comes in fast with three quick punches, landing three of them, and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) A strike has re-opened the cut above the eye of Costa.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Mallasz steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Costa may have been aiming to get in close, but Mallasz aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Mallasz lands a flurry of three quick punches and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) Mallasz moves in on Costa, preparing to throw.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) Costa had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) A flurry of three punches from Mallasz see three of them land and then hits Costa with a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) A few deep breaths betray that Mallasz is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Attacking with a quick flurry, Mallasz lands three of three punches and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) Mallasz comes in fast and lands four quick punches and then catches Costa with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) Mallasz lands two left hands and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Costa had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) A jab is wide from Mallasz, but then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) With Costa bleeding, referee Roger Bennett pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Referee Roger Bennett signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Mallasz switches to a southpaw stance.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Mallasz hits two right jabs and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Mallasz comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Costa may have been aiming to get in close, but Mallasz aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Mallasz throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Attacking with a quick flurry, Mallasz lands three of four punches but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Mallasz lands a flurry of four quick punches but Costa evades a big left punch.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Mallasz, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Costa is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. She needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

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) Showing good hand speed, Mallasz lands three out of a flurry of five punches and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Mallasz is breathing very hard.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) Mallasz can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) A quick flurry of punches from Mallasz sees three of three hit home and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Costa may have been aiming to get in close, but Mallasz aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Attacking with intent, Mallasz scores with three out of a flurry of three punches and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Costa warily circles, looking for the opening she needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Stepping in, Mallasz lands five quick punches and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 02:43) Glaring at Costa, Mallasz motions for her to come on and attack.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) Mallasz hits a left jab and then catches Costa with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Mallasz comes in fast with four quick punches, landing one of them, and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Mallasz comes in fast with five quick punches, landing five of them, and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Mallasz confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Costa had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Mallasz fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Costa with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) From the looks of things, I don't think Mallasz has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) Costa shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) She has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Mallasz has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) That's her first successful takedown from two attempts.

(Rd 5 - 00:25) Costa pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) Costa unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

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

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

(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) Making Kata Mallasz the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Kata Mallasz defeats Carina Costa (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kata Mallasz thanks all of her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. She celebrates her CTC debut victory and says that she is already looking forward to the next fight. She is very comfortable being interviewed and did well here.

 

 

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Hanae Maehata (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +270) vs. Lily Hickmann (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Favorite: -350)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Hanae Maehata battling Lily Hickmann.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Ian Rivers, and Gregory C. James.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Maehata uses a left jab, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Hickmann wants to grapple but is clearly wary of her opponent's striking.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Maehata throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Seizing the opportunity, Hickmann clinches.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Hickmann tries to wrestle Maehata backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Hickmann does it, Maehata is stuck with her back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Hickmann smothers Maehata against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Maehata, stuck with her back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Hickmann is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Hickmann smothers Maehata up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates the two fighters.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Circling, Hickmann clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Maehata lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Maehata lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Maehata lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Hickmann.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Hickmann chooses to shoot in on Maehata.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) She has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Maehata has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Hickmann pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Maehata.

(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 Hickmann, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Hickmann.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Maehata hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Hickmann is bleeding under her eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Maehata closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Maehata fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Hickmann was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Hickmann tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) She has the takedown! Maehata has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Hickmann attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Maehata can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Hickmann begins trying to get herself into mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Hickmann shows her ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Hickmann tries to pound on Maehata, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Hickmann blocks an attempt to move her from mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Hickmann fires away with punches, but Maehata deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Hickmann pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Hickmann pounds away, landing several clean blows on Maehata in the process.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) With punches raining down, Maehata desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up her back!

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Hickmann unloads with big right hands and Maehata is struggling to cope!

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Hickmann fires off some rights, but Maehata isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Maehata tries to move Hickmann off her back but can't.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Hickmann gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) With both hooks in, Hickmann tries to flatten Maehata out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Maehata fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Maehata struggles against Hickmann but cannot get herself free from the hooks.

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

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Hickmann.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Hickmann.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Maehata connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Maehata throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Hickmann seizes the chance and grabs Maehata into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Maehata uses her wrestling to smother Hickmann and stop her from using any dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Hickmann is trying to muscle Maehata up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Maehata ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Hickmann pins Maehata up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Maehata uses her wrestling skills to prevent Hickmann from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Hickmann hits Maehata, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Hickmann hits Maehata, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) Maehata is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Hickmann smothers Maehata up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) 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 - 00:48) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) For the first time, Hickmann is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Maehata can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Hickmann with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Maehata lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Maehata steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Hickmann looked like she was going to shoot, but Maehata simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Maehata can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Hickmann with a straight right.

(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 Hickmann.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Maehata needs to turn up the intensity, she 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 - 04:52) A jab is wide from Maehata, but then she hits a scything kick to the legs of Hickmann.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Hickmann takes the chance and shoots on Maehata.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Hickmann has the takedown! Maehata pulls half guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) That's three takedowns from three attempts for Hickmann.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Hickmann throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Maehata tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 03:53) Hickmann fires away with punches, but Maehata doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) Hickmann blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Hickmann attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) She gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) Hickmann tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) She finds herself unable to get the mount on this attempt.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) Hickmann blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Hickmann looks to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Maehata can't fend off her opponent and is mounted.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) Hickmann pounds away and Maehata struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Hickmann pounds away on Maehata, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 4 - 01:05) Hickmann pounds away and Maehata eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Hickmann pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Hickmann tries to pound on Maehata, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Hickmann blocks an attempt to move her from mount.

(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 Hickmann.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if she can take this final round, I can't see Maehata winning on the judges' scorecards. She 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 - 04:46) A jab hits home from Maehata and then she lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Maehata moves in on Hickmann, preparing to throw.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Hickmann hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) A jab is wide from Maehata, but then she hits Hickmann with a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Taking a few gulps of breath, Maehata is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Hickmann is limping slightly.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Maehata can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Hickmann with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) Hickmann gets hold of Maehata.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Hickmann uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Maehata as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Maehata tries to wriggle free, but Hickmann controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Hickmann uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Maehata.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Hickmann hits Maehata with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Hickmann attempts to wrestle Maehata to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Maehata cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) Hickmann punches down at Maehata, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) In half guard, Hickmann begins working to get side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Maehata can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Hickmann pounds away with rights, but Maehata covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Hickmann pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) Hickmann tries to pound on Maehata, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Hickmann blocks an attempt to move her from mount.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) Hickmann pounds away with rights, but Maehata covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 5 - 00:19) Hickmann pounds away on Maehata, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) Hickmann 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 round goes to Hickmann, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Lily Hickmann the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Lily Hickmann defeats Hanae Maehata (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lily Hickmann name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. She is asked who she'd like to face in her next fight, and replies that she has a lot of respect for the skills of Rose Nessa and that she thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

CTC WOMENS FLYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Mio Mochizuki (4-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +660) vs. Manami Ken (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -830)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Mio Mochizuki taking on Manami Ken.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) A defensive jab hits from Ken.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab hits home from Mochizuki and then she hits Ken with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) That last blow may have really hurt Ken, she staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best she can!

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Mochizuki tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Ken slips past it at the very last possible second.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Ken clears her head and circles away from the cage back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Ken lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) A jab is wide from Mochizuki, but then she hits Ken with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Mochizuki can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Ken.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Mochizuki fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Ken with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) A defensive jab hits from Ken.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Mochizuki can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Ken with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Mochizuki can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Ken with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) A jab is wide from Mochizuki, but then she hits Ken with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Ken chooses to shoot in on Mochizuki.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Ken has the takedown! Mochizuki pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Ken looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Mochizuki can't keep her opponent in half guard, and Ken gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Ken tries to ensnare Mochizuki in an americana.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Mochizuki gets caught by the americana, and it's wrenched back enough that she has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:28) The winner, by submission, is Manami Ken!

 

 

Official Result: Manami Ken defeats Mio Mochizuki (Submission (Americana) in 3:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Manami Ken name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. Manami Ken says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Dangerous" Denise Phelan (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Even: -110) vs. Carmen "Snap Dragon" Routhwaite (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Dangerous' Denise Phelan squares off with Carmen 'Snap Dragon' Routhwaite.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Ian Rivers, and Gregory C. James.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Routhwaite uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Routhwaite can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Backing off, Phelan looks very wobbly, I think she may be hurt!

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Routhwaite steps in to capitalise and unleashes a right high kick, but Phelan is just able to recover and step away in time.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Routhwaite closes in on Phelan, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Routhwaite lands a jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Routhwaite throws a hook to the body, but Phelan steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Phelan appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Routhwaite took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) A jab is wide from Routhwaite, but then she hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Retreating, Phelan looks punch-drunk...she may be in big trouble! She is covering up as best as she can, but is very unsteady on her feet!

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Routhwaite steps in to capitalise and unleashes a right high kick, but Phelan steps back far enough to avoid it by a fraction of an inch.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Phelan circles back to the center, having gotten the time she needed to regain her wits somewhat.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) It looked like we were about to see Phelan try and get some grappling started, but Routhwaite was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Routhwaite throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Phelan defended them all.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Two left hands land from Routhwaite, but Phelan steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Routhwaite lands a left hand and then catches Phelan with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Phelan may have been aiming to get in close, but Routhwaite aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Routhwaite can't connect with a jab, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Routhwaite can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Phelan with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Phelan wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Routhwaite moves in quickly, kneeling beside Phelan and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Routhwaite pounds away with right hands and Phelan is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Referee Leo Behan has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:35) By TKO, the winner is Carmen Routhwaite!

 

 

Official Result: Carmen 'Snap Dragon' Routhwaite defeats 'Dangerous' Denise Phelan (TKO (Strikes) in 4:25 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Carmen Routhwaite thanks her sponsors and all of her fans. She says that she is very happy to have won on her CTC debut and she's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WOMENS FLYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Maggie Martin (6-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Raleigh, North Carolina, Favorite: -130) vs. Hiroko Doi (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Maggie Martin taking on Hiroko Doi.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Martin seems to get the advantage.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Martin hits Doi with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Martin looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) The takedown is completed, Martin gets side control from it.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Martin tries to pound on Doi, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Doi tries to sweep Martin, but only succeeds in giving up her back!

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Doi is in increasing trouble, as Martin gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Martin, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Doi fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Doi improves her chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Martin gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Martin, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Doi doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Martin loses both hooks, but still has the back.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Martin fires away with punches, but Doi deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Doi is in increasing trouble, as Martin gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Martin pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Doi.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) With both hooks in, Martin tries to flatten Doi out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Doi doesn't allow the arm to go under her chin.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Martin loses her hooks, as Doi pries them away.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Martin pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

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

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

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Doi moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Martin looked like she was going to shoot, but Doi simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Doi lands a right jab, but Martin avoids a big left.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Doi gets in close and clinches with Martin.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Doi tries to take Martin down.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Doi doesn't get the takedown, Martin instead wrestles her way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Martin is trying to muscle Doi up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Martin manages it and controls Doi up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Showing good control, Martin keeps Doi stuck against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Doi is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Referee Leo Behan thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Doi lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) A one-two from Martin fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Doi counters a right hand with a jab and a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) It looked like we were about to see Doi try and get some grappling started, but Martin was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Martin throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Seeing her opponent about to shoot in, Doi timed it well and moved in to start a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Doi tries to take Martin down.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Doi gets the takedown! Martin pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Doi tries to break the guard of Martin, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Martin keeps her guard tight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Doi came out just ahead on my score card.

(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 - 04:50) Martin had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) A one-two from Doi fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Martin lands a left jab but finds her right cross blocked. Doi is off-target with a jab but hits a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Martin is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Doi misses a left cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Martin comes in with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Martin doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. Doi hits a right jab but has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Doi aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that she can grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Martin lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Doi gets hold of Martin.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Clinched with Martin, Doi looks to try and take her down.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Doi can't get the takedown as Martin wrestles her way into a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Doi gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Martin uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Martin hits Doi with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Martin is trying to muscle Doi up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) She does so and now has Doi pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Martin stomps down on her opponent's foot.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Martin attempts to use a knee strike but Doi pulls the clinch tighter.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Martin hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Martin tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Doi is able to stop it.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Martin hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) Martin uses dirty boxing to punish Doi while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Doi takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(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 Martin, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Martin up 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Doi is showing clear signs of the beating her body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around her rib cage.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Martin slips past a left hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Martin looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Martin tries to wrestle Doi backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Martin manages it and controls Doi up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Doi takes a knee strike to the inside of her own knee.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Doi gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) Martin smothers Doi against the cage and stomps down on her foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Martin catches Doi with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Doi gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Doi takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) Martin scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Doi is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Martin doesn't look like she has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Taking a few gulps of breath, Doi is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Doi had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Martin throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Doi uses a right jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Martin scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Martin sees that Doi is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Doi just covers up, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds!

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Martin punishes Doi with a straight right!

(Rd 4 - 01:55) Martin smashes Doi with a big right hand through the guard! Down she goes!

(Rd 4 - 01:48) Martin knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Doi, looking to finish her off by raining down punches!

(Rd 4 - 01:48) Martin pounds away and Doi struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 4 - 01:36) In side control, Martin begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 01:36) She does it, and has the mount on Doi.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) Martin pounds away and Doi struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Martin pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) Martin blocks an attempt to move her from mount.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Martin pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Martin takes the back as Doi tries to sweep her!

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Martin took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Doi realistically needs to stop her opponent in order to win.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Doi has a large swelling on her side, it is rapidly turning an ugly shade of purple as the night wears on.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Doi misses with a right jab but scores with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Martin uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) Looking very tired, Martin isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Doi.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) Martin uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Doi.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Martin is trying to push Doi so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Martin doesn't manage it though, Doi defended it well.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Martin is trying to muscle Doi up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Martin manages it and controls Doi up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Martin seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Martin catches Doi with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Martin tries to knee Doi, but she wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) A jab hits home from Doi and then she hits Martin with a straight left.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Doi is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 02:54) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Doi misses a left hook and gets countered with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:32) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Martin looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) She has the takedown! Doi pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) In guard, Martin begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) She passes the guard well, gaining side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Martin fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.

(Rd 5 - 01:04) Doi tries to pull guard on Martin but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) Martin fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Martin blocks Doi as she tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Martin pounds away, landing several clean blows on Doi in the process.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) Martin tries to pound on Doi, 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 Martin.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm), 49-45 (Millhouse Twain) and 50-44 (Ian Rivers).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Maggie Martin the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Maggie Martin defeats Hiroko Doi (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Maggie Martin name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. She says that she is very happy to have won on her CTC debut and she's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Vicious But Delicious" Tracy Garcia (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Favorite: -500) vs. Emiri Fueki (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Underdog: +390)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Vicious But Delicious' Tracy Garcia battling Emiri Fueki.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Fueki confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Garcia scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Fueki lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Fueki fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Garcia with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Garcia comes through that strike and grabs Fueki in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Garcia is trying to push Fueki so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Garcia does it, Fueki is stuck with her back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Garcia looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Fueki has no answer to a slick trip, she is left down under side control!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Garcia begins trying to get herself into a mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Fueki tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up her back.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Garcia tries to put Fueki in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Fueki gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, she has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:24) 'Vicious But Delicious' Tracy Garcia takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'Vicious But Delicious' Tracy Garcia defeats Emiri Fueki (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:36 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tracy Garcia name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. She celebrates her CTC debut victory and says that she is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WOMENS FLYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rhonda Britton (8-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Ottawa, Ontario, Underdog: +150) vs. Akemi Satou (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Favorite: -190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Rhonda Britton battles Akemi Satou in the CTC Womens Flyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Ian Rivers, and Gregory C. James.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) A jab is wide from Britton, but then she lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Britton can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a left hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Satou shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Satou has the takedown! Britton pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Satou begins trying to get her leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Satou is too skilled for Britton, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Satou tries to ensnare Britton in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) The armbar is fully applied, Britton has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:34) The winner, by submission; Akemi Satou!

 

 

Official Result: Akemi Satou defeats Rhonda Britton (Submission (Armbar) in 2:26 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Akemi Satou name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. Akemi Satou celebrates winner her debut fight for CTC.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WOMENS FLYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Stunning" Steph Smith (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Iroquois Falls, Ontario, Favorite: -1060) vs. Catherine Davis (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Manitoba, Canada, Underdog: +840)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Stunning' Steph Smith battles Catherine Davis in the CTC Womens Flyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Gregory C. James, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Davis uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Davis slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Davis slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Smith misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Davis attacks with a left jab and a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Davis throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Davis connects with a jab, but Smith dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Davis lands a jab and then hits Smith with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Davis looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Davis throws a one-two, but Smith was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Davis moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Davis can't connect with a jab, but then hits Smith with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Smith lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Davis hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Smith had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) A jab hits home from Davis and then she lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Smith misses with a big right hand, allowing Davis to counter with a jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Smith misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Davis to attack with a jab and a quick kick.

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

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

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Davis fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Smith has a large gash on her forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward her eyes.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) A jab is wide from Davis, but then she scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) A jab is wide from Davis, but then she hits Smith with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Seizing the opportunity, Smith clinches.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Smith attempts to wrestle Davis to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) The takedown is successful and she gets side control too.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Smith tries to lock Davis in a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Davis fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) In side control, Smith throws a couple of punches designed to keep Davis guessing.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Smith tries to lock Davis in an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Davis stops Smith from applying it.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Smith tries to lock Davis into an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Davis doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Smith attempts an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Davis doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Smith fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Referee Leo Behan decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Smith limps slightly as she circles.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Davis slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Smith doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Davis lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(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 Davis 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Davis up 20-18.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Smith.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Davis connects with a jab, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Smith gets hold of Davis.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Smith attempts to wrestle Davis to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) The takedown is completed, Smith would not be denied.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Davis gives up her back.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Davis is in huge trouble now, as Smith successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Smith, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Davis gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, she has to tap!

(Rd 3 - 03:33) The winner, by submission; Steph Smith!

 

 

Official Result: 'Stunning' Steph Smith defeats Catherine Davis (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:27 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Steph Smith praises her team at Femme Fatale Fighting, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Asked who she wants to fight next, she says that she will fight anyone but that Lora Hayes in particular makes a lot of sense. Steph Smith has a lot of natural charisma, and that shines in these sort of settings.

 

 

Attendance: 166

Gate Reciepts: $13,612

Sponsorship: $24,445

Ad Revenue: $189,628

PPV Revenue: $9,408

Merchandise: $3,500

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $82,750)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Steph Smith               $8,060       Catherine Davis          $1,560       SotN: Smith: $5,000
Akemi Satou               $12,340      Rhonda Britton           $11,690      FotN: Both: $10,000
Tracy Garcia              $2,520       Emiri Fueki              $2,080
Maggie Martin             $2,340       Hiroko Doi               $1,690
Carmen Routhwaite         $7,700       Denise Phelan            $1,560       KotN: Routhwaite: $5,000
Manami Ken                $2,340       Mio Mochizuki            $1,690
Lily Hickmann             $2,520       Hanae Maehata            $1,820
Kata Mallasz              $2,700       Carina Costa             $1,690
Cindy Dumas               $2,520       Isabeli Martins          $1,820
Toshie Nishina            $2,340       Hoshi Kogo               $1,820
Liz Brunnell              $1,950       Shiho Konno              $1,400
Kaoru Nanami              $1,950       Ayame Kondo              $1,300
Natassia Potocnik         $1,950       Yoko Kobayashi           $1,400

 

 

Drug Testing: $14,638

Production: $90,054

 

Profit: $53,151

 

Critical Rating: 74%

Commercial Rating: 32%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -4.0%             72.0% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -4.0%             73.3% (High Level Regional)
UK                  -1.5%             71.7% (High Level Regional)
Europe              -0.9%             39.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -2.4%             60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -0.9%             51.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -2.0%             42.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              -0.9%             39.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -2.0%             41.1% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       -4.0%             49.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     -2.4%             38.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              -0.3%             16.3% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- CTC Featherweight competitor Norberto has been awarded his black belt in Jiu-Jitsu.

- The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 22, and Gekko Goto has tested positive for a performance enhancing substance, following his loss to Markku Mikkola. He will be suspended for a year. He has already been released by the CTC as he was eliminated from the tournament.

- The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 23 and all the fighters tested clean.

- The CTC and OzCast have gone their seperate ways at the expiry of their broadcasting contract. As of now the CTC will not be shown in Australia from now on.

- Televisao Esporte, All Japan TV, and Continental Sport X1 have all lodged complaints about the lack of star power in the main event of this show.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Emiri Fueki, Hiroko Doi, Denise Phelan, Mio Mochizuki, Hanae Maehata, Carina Costa, Isabeli Martins, Hoshi Kogo, Shiho Konno, Ayame Kondo, and Yoko Kobayashi.

- The services of Catherine Davis and Rhonda Britton have been retained as per Canadian Fighter Rules.

- CTC Middleweight competitor Atsutane Akera has been awarded a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu.

- GAMMA have closed their Welterweight division due to a lack of available fighters.

- CTC Heavyweight competitor Collins Lundie has begun training with Evolution MMA. He is only there temporarily, and said he is training with the team in the hopes that they can improve his ability to finish opponents on the ground.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

 

Confirmed Fights For CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 64)

Sarah Vaughan vs. Kaoru Nanami

Simone King vs. Gianna Russo

Olivia Sweet vs. KT McManamara

Junko Yamada vs. Jocelyn Hescott

Leona Deschanel vs. Diana England

Katy-Jayne Paulson vs. Grace Hughes

Helen Fox vs. Hisae Asahi

Lucia Pessoa vs. Tammy Westenra

Samantha Sachs vs. Tracy Garcia

Chie Namiki vs. Erica Page

Henrietta Stein vs. Ruth Becker

Vicki Summers vs. Mizuki Watanabe

Michelle Addams vs. Liz Brunnell

Romi Takhashi vs. Rose Nessa

Rain Richards vs. Angelina Keiff

Katarzyna Wojciechowska vs. Machiko Fujii

Monica Masters vs. Carmen Routhwaite

Thea Higgins vs. Lula Baker

Tiiu Kass vs. Maja Ukraden

Hester Maclean vs. Beckie Dexter

Gina Dixon vs. Lily Hickmann

Taniko Uchiyama vs. Harriet Fey

Saya Ikegami vs. Suzanne Elder

Setsuko Henmi vs. Yuya Shimizu

Pamela O'Neill vs. Cindy Dumas

Emma Birch vs. Jennie Gill

Stella Massey vs. Dorothy Gayle

Diana Marr vs. Honor O'Neill

Serena Hill vs. Natassia Potocnik

Sayoko Ebisawa vs. Debra Everett

Maya Komagata vs. Alicia Fothergill

Marion Reynolds vs. Emi Nagano

 

 

Confirmed Fights for CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 64)

Daniela Sadorra vs. Toshie Nishina

Andrea Jones vs. Charlotte DiSerra

Nina Belle vs. Park Seong

Clare Peyton vs. Alyssa Taylor

Helena Broderick vs. Tanya Duke

Catalina Vinicios vs. Sonya Charlton

Karen Curtis vs. Tsukiyama Baisotei

Maria Ferraz vs. Kimie Igarashi

Sandy Oliver vs. Steph Smith

Suzana Ramos vs. Alison Beattie

Natalie Rogers vs. Elizabeth Lindley

Trish Biel vs. Tatjana Vinnick

Kochiyo Chikamatsu vs. Maggie Martin

Lisa Labone vs. Tara O'Brien

Rennaya Rives vs. Tae Kasuga

Mao Fukada vs. Joan Whitehouse

Honey Due vs. Akemi Satou

Phoebe Bergman vs. Lorraine Quiche

Ramona Stivic vs. Lora Hayes

Leslie Myers vs. Tomi Nishmura

Kyoko Junna vs. Nicola Tyler

Fusae Miura vs. Chisaki Gojo

Natasha Mellow vs. Shannon Palmer

Layla Holmes vs. Louise Griffin

Daljit Samir vs. Kata Mallasz

Violet Benes vs. Hazel McClay

Jessica Herbig vs. Emiko Shikuk

Roz Wareing vs. Donna del Agnostini

Jenny DeNeuve vs. Manami Ken

April Watson vs. Vanessa Phillips

Katherine Williams vs. Dianne Ellis

Toni Dietrich vs. Christine Jameson

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Friday, Week 4, May 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Fury Awoken" Sukarno (30-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Owen Oggleberry-Pipp (6-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #128, Underdog: +950)

Sukarno is a legendary figure in Asia and a favorite of MMA fans worldwide, he is one of the most viciously exciting fighter in the world to watch. If the concept of violence ever took human form it's name would be Sukarno. The star around which KDM FC was built, he jumped ship to ALPHA-1 in 1999 and made the step up in competition look easy. His 30-0 pro record is unmatched in MMA, and the scary thing is he's probably not even in his prime yet. In his last fight he TKOed Go Yamamoto in the first round to finally win the full ALPHA-1 Lightweight title. Owen Oggleberry-Pipp is a decent but completely unspectacular Canadian fighter, who offers some confident striking that can cause problems if taken lightly, but very little else, his grappling and ground games are positively awful. He beat Samuel Arinos by Unanimous Decision in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jackson Mollusck vs. Dalmo Pedrosa in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Pain Express" Go Yamamoto (28-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -1110) vs. Grande Silveira (6-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #137, Underdog: +880)

Go Yamamoto is a huge draw in Japan, and was ironically very nearly the "nearly man" of Japanese MMA. It took him three attempts before he managed to become ALPHA-1's Lightweight champion, although his struggle endeared him to the fans. A bad injury stalled his career, and his return ended in disappointment when his massively hyped bout with Sukarno saw him get flattened in under five minutes. His career now stands at a crossroads. Grande Silveira is a BJJ student, another in a long line of dangerous Brazilians who have the ability to force tapouts from opponents. Like many of his peers though, Silveira's stand-up is nowhere near as potent as his ground game. He was with FLB for a few years but only compiled a mediocre 2-2 record and seemed far more interested on concentrating on BJJ teaching and tournaments than on MMA. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Hokusai Araki in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rodolphe Gygax vs. Johan Kavli in the Third Round.

 

 

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CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Savage" Datuk Ong Ka Ting (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -1020) vs. Vince "The Animal" Dahl (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #144, Underdog: +810)

Datuk Ong Ka Ting is one of the few Malaysians in Mixed Martial Arts, and is a vicious pitbull of a fighter. With a great submission game, he will often shoot in for a single or double leg takedown and simply refuse to let go until he has the opponent on his back. Once he is on top it is nearly impossible to shake him loose. He joined ALPHA-1 in late 1998, dropping to Lightweight in the process. He suffered his first loss two years later, beaten by Sukarno in a bout for the interim Lightweight title, and that remains his only defeat to date. He is on a two fight winning streak and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Davi Carlos Ramos in his last fight. Vince Dahl, known as The Animal due to his tenacious all-out attacking style. He is a takedown machine who loves to get top control and start raining down hammer fists onto his opponent. He could have a big future in the sport. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Chuck Brown in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Masayoshi Takasuko vs. Olafur Petursson in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Naizen Hamacho (13-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -1020) vs. Watson Viana (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #136, Underdog: +810)

Naizen Hamacho is a very difficult opponent to face, an excellent striker who is noted for his precise, powerful kicks. Even if an opponent manages to get past his kicks they then have to deal with a fighter who has good wrestling and takedown defence, not to mention a nasty clinch game, all of which adds up to make a very versatile and hard to beat MMA competitor. A top-ten world ranked Lightweight, Hamacho has been fighting for ALPHA-1 for several years. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Shizuya Nakae in his last fight. Watson Viana is a young boxer, who has fast, deadly hands that can do a lot of damage. Unfortunately he is pretty awful on his back and struggles badly to defend takedowns, and so he is only really effective against other strikers for now. He won by second round TKO over Shigemori Sugita in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rupert Lennox vs. Dominick Oppenheimer in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Caca "Ninja" de Andrade (21-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -380) vs. Chakrit Mamanee (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #145, Underdog: +300)

Caca de Andrade is a very exciting fighter to watch, the former FLB Lightweight champion is a great striker who has particularly vicious kicks, especially his trademark right-footed knock out head strikes. Always on the move, he is an elusive target who always seems to find odd angles to attack from. He joined ALPHA-1 in 2001, shortly after FLB went belly up. He won a Unanimous Decision over Eizan Ijichi in his last fight. Chakrit Mamanee is a powerfully built 155er who is very dangerous on the ground as he has both the power to blast opponents away and the skills to tap them. Always in peak condition, Mamanee is going to be a very difficult fighter to stop. He won a Unanimous Decision over Cong Kao in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yoshinori Morishita vs. Sadahige Yoshida in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Vinicius Azeredo (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #224, Underdog: +820) vs. Chan Kim Huat (6-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Favorite: -1030)

Vinicius Azeredo is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist who normally competes at Lightweight. Although decent on the ground, his stand-up is pretty weak and revolves around him evading his opponent and looking for takedown opportunities than actually doing much damage. He submitted Moss Gilbert in the first round in the First Round. Chan Kim Huat is a dangerous submission artist who is renowned for his great guillotine choke, which is his primary weapon. On the ground he is a top quality fighter, but he really needs to improve his mediocre stand-up if he ever wants to be a truly great competitor. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Jake Walken in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Korekiyo Anzai vs. Roberto Perrella Aun in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Chico Feijo (10-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #232, Favorite: -110) vs. Elvis "The King" Milissis (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #104, Underdog: +100)

Chico Feijo is a decent BJJ competitor who can cause problems for a lot of people on the ground, but who is let down by his entire lack of a stand-up game and inability to take a punch. He had a decent run in FLB, going 5-2, but in reality that's more of a statement on the lack of quality that was in the FLB Lightweight division rather than a sign of how good Feijo is. He won by first round submission over the highly favored Shizuya Nakae in the First Round. Elvis Milissis is one of the most physically imposing Lightweight competitors in the world. In reality he could probably fight at Middleweight without much trouble, but he's a master of weight cutting. He is a top quality striker who loves to use head kicks to end fights. An XCC regular he has yet to really get the success that his talent would indicate he should. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Aaron McBroom vs. Ross Smith in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Aaron "The Patriot" McBroom (12-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Underdog: +390) vs. Ross "Harvard" Smith (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Favorite: -500)

Aaron McBroom is a good kick boxer who has excellent variety in his strikes, always keeping his opponents guessing as to what he'll do next. He has developed decent grappling skills over time, but his weak ground game is always his biggest flaw. He bounced back from a long losing streak in his First Round bout, winning by third round knock out over Henry Baldwin. Ross Smith is a Jiu-Jitsu specialist who also has an under-rated striking game. An XCC regular, since joining them he has worked very hard on his MMA game and has improved dramatically, particularly in regard to his strength and cardio. He won by first round submission over Jonjo Whitely in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Chico Feijo vs. Elvis Milissis in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Bud "The Rocket" Brockett (11-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tessai "The Punk" Satou (12-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #152, Underdog: +950)

Bud Brockett is one of the most successful collegiate wrestlers in recent memory, a relentless takedown machine who generally cuts well over 20 lbs to fight at Lightweight and just bullies opponents with his size and intensity. He won a Unanimous Decision over Jazz Snide in the First Round. Tessai Satou is known for his trademark pink mohawk, a former wrestler from Kawasaki. Although he is quite strong and durable, ultimately he is not a particularly dangerous opponent because he just doesn't have the weapons with which to finish an opponent. He won a Unanimous Decision over Yoshihide Hori in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rogelio Quesada vs. Folke Dalen in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yoshinori Morishita (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -200) vs. Sadahige Yoshida (7-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #176, Underdog: +150)

Yoshinori Morishita is a young Japanese Lightweight, who made a name for himself as something of a prodigy when, as a teenager, he became one of the top BJJ competitors in the world. He made his pro debut in 2000 and was signed by ALPHA-1 after just two fights. He won by first round submission over Neil Entopolski in the First Round. Sadahige Yoshida is a good amateur wrestler, who has good takedowns and the submissions to punish opponents once they're on the ground. If he could improve his abysmal stand-up, he'd be a true threat. He won by first round submission over Thorvald Axelsson in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Caca de Andrade vs. Chakrit Mamanee in the Third Round.

 

 

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CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "G-Force" Rodolphe Gygax (23-16-1NC, 0-0-1NC CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Underdog: +260) vs. Johan Kavli (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Favorite: -330)

Rodolphe Gygax is Switzerland's main contribution to the world of MMA so far. A deadly puncher, able to knock out just about anyone if he can connect properly. The rest of his game doesn't even come close to matching the level of his striking however, and so most of his fights revolve around him head-hunting while trying not to get taken down. He was submitted in the second round by Brock Youdale in the First round, but the result of the fight was overturned when Youdale failed a drug test, and Gygax was allowed to advance in the tournament instead. Johan Kavli is a European Greco-Roman wrestler, who is accomplished in the use of the clinch to control an opponent and set them up for punishing close-range strikes, and also has a very under-rated and dangerous submission game in his arnsenal. He won a Unanimous Decision over Kenny Magilton in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Go Yamamoto vs. Grande Silveira in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Korekiyo Anzai (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roberto Perrella Aun (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #160, Underdog: +950)

Korekiyo Anzai is a very versatile fighter, who has the ability to stand up and strike with most opponents but is at his best when he can get the fight to the ground and use his submission skills. A shattered knee meant he didn't fight at all between February 1998 and December 1999, but he has since returned to full health and is once again causing waves in the world of MMA. He won by fourth round submission over Nshan Ramazyan in the First Round. Roberto Perrella Aun is a high level kick boxer from Brazil, known for his absolutely lethal head kicks. Unfortunately for him, he's about as one-dimensional as you can possibly get and anytime a fight deviates from being a stand-up battle he is in big trouble. He won by 36 second TKO over Coltrane Aaronson in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Vinicius Azeredo vs. Chan Kim Huat in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Masayoshi "Fireball XXL" Tatsuko (5-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Favorite: -290) vs. Olafur Petursson (6-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Underdog: +230)

Masayoshi Tatsuko is a Muay Thai fighter, a dangerous striker who is known for his vicious leg kicks. After putting together four finishes in his first four fights on the local scene, ALPHA-1 came calling to add him to the Lightweight division. Unfortunately for him, his debut saw him get outstruck by Fujimaro Hidaka and take his first pro defeat. He won a Unanimous Decision over Sadakuno Katoh in the First Round. Olafur Petursson is a kick boxer from Iceland. A solid fighter, he has decent enough strikes in his arsenal but lacks the power to really threaten people, and the rest of his MMA game is virtually non-existent. He won a Split Decision over Lima Fraga in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Datuk Ong Ka Ting vs. Vince Dahl in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Rupert "Warpath" Lennox (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Favorite: -590) vs. Dominick Oppenheimer (7-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +470)

Rupert Lennox is a former English National Muay Thai champion, who boasts crisp, powerful strikes and a destructive clinch game, making him one of the most dangerous strikers in the Lightweight weight class. He can be outwrestled and has weaknesses on the floor, but to his credit he is working on improving those aspects of his MMA game. He won a Unanimous Decision over Yuji Latu in the First Round. Dominick Oppenheimer is a highly technical striker, who is very good at using his excellent movement to create a difficult to counter hit and run style of fighting. His one big weakness is highlighted if he does get caught though, he is vulnerable to grapplers and can be taken apart on the ground with relative ease. He won a Split Decision over Ron Chuckle in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Naizen Hamacho vs. Watson Viana in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Rogelio Quesada (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #216, Favorite: -250) vs. Folke Dalen (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #169, Underdog: +190)

Rogelio Quesada is a submission artist from Mexico, who is at his most dangerous when he has time to work on the ground. Standing up, his weak striking game is a major handicap, albeit one he is slowly working on. He won by first round submission over Frankie Geddon in the First Round. Folke Dalen is a Taekwondo fighter from Sweden, and is a solid striker who can do damage with his hands and feet. He doesn't have much in the way of grappling or ground game, but he is young enough to develope if given time. He won by second round TKO over Duane Weatherly in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bud Brockett vs. Tessai Satou in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Bone Collector" Jackson Mollusck (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #193, Favorite: -610) vs. Dalmo Pedrosa (12-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #192, Underdog: +480)

Jackson Mollusck is a submission artist, a specialist in grabbing leg locks on unsuspecting foes. He can be dangerous, especially if the fight goes to the floor, but his dire stand-up is a major weakness. He won by first round submission over Enar Igonen in the First Round. Dalmo Pedrosa is a street fighter from Brazil, who likes to load up his big left hand and let fly, but is pretty lacking when it comes to anything more complex than that. He does have the advantage of being tough and more than able to withstand a beating though. He won by first round TKO over Maurice Braudel in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sukarno vs. Owen Oggleberry-Pipp in the Third Round.

 

 

Weigh-In Results

Sukarno (155 lbs) vs. Owen Oggleberry-Pipp (155 lbs)

Go Yamamoto (155 lbs) vs. Grande Silveira (155 lbs)

Datuk Ong Ka Ting (155 lbs) vs. Vince Dahl (155 lbs)

Naizen Hamacho (155 lbs) vs. Watson Viana (155 lbs)

Caca de Andrade (155 lbs) vs. Chakrit Mamanee (155 lbs)

Vinicius Azeredo (155 lbs) vs. Chan Kim Huat (155 lbs)

Chico Feijo (155 lbs) vs. Elvis Milissis (155 lbs)

Aaron McBroom (155 lbs) vs. Ross Smith (155 lbs)

Bud Brockett (155 lbs) vs. Tessai Satou (155 lbs)

Yoshinori Morishita (155 lbs) vs. Sadahige Yoshida (155 lbs)

Rodolphe Gygax (155 lbs) vs. Johan Kavli (155 lbs)

Korekiyo Anzai (155 lbs) vs. Roberto Perrella Aun (155 lbs)

Masayoshi Tatsuko (155 lbs) vs. Olafur Petursson (155 lbs)

Rupert Lennox (155 lbs) vs. Dominick Oppenheimer (155 lbs)

Rogelio Quesada (155 lbs) vs. Folke Dalen (155 lbs)

Jackson Mollusck (155 lbs) vs. Dalmo Pedrosa (155 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 25 Full Fight Card

LW: Sukarno vs. Owen Oggleberry-Pipp

LW: Go Yamamoto vs. Grande Silveira

LW: Datuk Ong Ka Ting vs. Vince Dahl

LW: Naizen Hamacho vs. Watson Viana

LW: Caca de Andrade vs. Chakrit Mamanee

LW: Vinicius Azeredo vs. Chan Kim Huat

LW: Chico Feijo vs. Elvis Milissis

LW: Aaron McBroom vs. Ross Smith

LW: Bud Brockett vs. Tessai Satou

LW: Yoshinori Morishita vs. Sadahige Yoshida

 

 

LW: Rodolphe Gygax vs. Johan Kavli

LW: Korekiyo Anzai vs. Roberto Perrella Aun

LW: Masayoshi Tatsuko vs. Olafur Petursson

LW: Rupert Lennox vs. Dominick Oppenheimer

LW: Rogelio Quesada vs. Folke Dalen

LW: Jackson Mollusck vs. Dalmo Pedrosa

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Friday, Week 4, May 2002

Live From Red Deer, Alberta

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Bone Collector" Jackson Mollusck (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Favorite: -610) vs. Dalmo Pedrosa (12-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +480)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the prelim fights is 'The Bone Collector' Jackson Mollusck against Dalmo Pedrosa.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Pedrosa uses a left jab, but Mollusck avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Pedrosa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Pedrosa comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Mollusck appeared to be going for a takedown, but Pedrosa took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Pedrosa hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Pedrosa comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Pedrosa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Pedrosa throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Pedrosa looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Pedrosa throws a punch but Mollusck was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Pedrosa connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Pedrosa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Mollusck with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Pedrosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Mollusck comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Mollusck gets the takedown! Pedrosa pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Mollusck tries to break the guard of Pedrosa, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Mollusck breaks the guard and swiftly applies a leglock...Pedrosa has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The winner, by submission, is 'The Bone Collector' Jackson Mollusck!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Bone Collector' Jackson Mollusck defeats Dalmo Pedrosa (Submission (Leglock) in 4:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jackson Mollusck thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rogelio Quesada (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Favorite: -250) vs. Folke Dalen (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Helsingborg, Sweden, Underdog: +190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Rogelio Quesada battles Folke Dalen.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) A tentative jab from Quesada lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Two right hands land from Dalen, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Dalen doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Quesada takes the chance and shoots on Dalen.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) The takedown is unsuccessful, Dalen sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Dalen can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a nice left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Looking glassy-eyed, Quesada staggers backward...he may have been stunned by that last blow!

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Dalen lands a crunching head kick on Quesada, who collapses! He's out cold!

(Rd 1 - 03:17) The winner, by knock out; Folke Dalen!

 

 

Official Result: Folke Dalen defeats Rogelio Quesada (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Folke Dalen name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rupert "Warpath" Lennox (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Gateshead, England, Favorite: -590) vs. Dominick Oppenheimer (7-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Cheshire, England, Underdog: +470)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Rupert 'Warpath' Lennox takes on Dominick Oppenheimer.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Christina Shaw.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Oppenheimer moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Lennox into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Lennox fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Moving in at speed, Oppenheimer lets fly with four quick punches but Lennox doesn't get hit.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Oppenheimer comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Lennox manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Oppenheimer connects with two left jabs, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Oppenheimer uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Lennox gets hold of Oppenheimer without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Lennox looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) It's unsuccessful, Oppenheimer maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Lennox is looking to muscle Oppenheimer back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Lennox manages it and controls Oppenheimer up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Lennox hits Oppenheimer, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) With Oppenheimer stuck against the cage, Lennox tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Oppenheimer blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) With Oppenheimer stuck against the cage, Lennox tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Oppenheimer blocks the takedown attempt and turns Lennox around so that he has his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Oppenheimer breaks the grapple and steps back toward the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) A flurry of three punches from Oppenheimer see two of them land but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) A quick flurry of punches from Oppenheimer sees two of four hit home but Lennox avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Oppenheimer comes forward, walking down Lennox.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Lennox misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Oppenheimer throws a three-punch combo but Lennox defends against all of them.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Oppenheimer forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Lennox throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Oppenheimer moves in behind three quick punches, one of them finding a home, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Oppenheimer, 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 - 04:53) Stepping in, Oppenheimer throws four quick punches, two of which land, and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Oppenheimer is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Lennox steps in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Oppenheimer slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) A quick flurry of punches from Oppenheimer sees two of three hit home but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Oppenheimer raises his arms and plays to the crowd, never taking his eyes off his opponent.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Lennox keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Oppenheimer lands two of four quick punches but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Oppenheimer closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Lennox appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Oppenheimer took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Oppenheimer moves in behind three quick punches, two of them finding a home, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Oppenheimer comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Lennox hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Oppenheimer comes in fast with four quick punches, landing two of them, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Stepping in, Oppenheimer lands four quick punches but Lennox evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Oppenheimer is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Oppenheimer stands ready as Lennox moves in.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Lennox misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Oppenheimer attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) A jab hits home from Oppenheimer and then he hits a body kick.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Oppenheimer took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Oppenheimer up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Oppenheimer lets Lennox step in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Lennox sets up a leg kick with punches but doesn't manage to connect as Oppenheimer is on his toes and makes an elusive target.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Oppenheimer throws a three punch combination but Lennox maintains his good guard and is safe.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Moving in at speed, Oppenheimer lets fly with four quick punches but Lennox doesn't get hit.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Oppenheimer is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Oppenheimer lets Lennox step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Lennox manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry but fails on a leg kick attempt. Oppenheimer manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry but misses a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Looking very tired, Oppenheimer isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Lennox.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Lennox is trying to force Oppenheimer into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Oppenheimer can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Lennox tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Oppenheimer isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) From the clinch, Lennox drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Oppenheimer tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Using the clinch, Lennox hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Oppenheimer.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Lennox tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Oppenheimer isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) From the clinch, Oppenheimer gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Oppenheimer finally breaks free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Lennox is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Stepping in, Lennox looks to engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Oppenheimer scores with a single punch out of a flurry but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Lennox lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Oppenheimer.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Looking very tired, Oppenheimer isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Lennox.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Lennox uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Oppenheimer as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Oppenheimer seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Lennox is trying to push Oppenheimer so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Lennox achieves it, pinning Oppenheimer to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Lennox scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Oppenheimer is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) The rest of the round sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Lennox, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Oppenheimer ahead 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Oppenheimer.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Oppenheimer definitely has a large bruise starting to develop on his body, that has got to hurt.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Lennox moves in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Lennox scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. Oppenheimer hits a couple of jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Lennox grabs Oppenheimer, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Lennox is trying to push Oppenheimer so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) He does so and now has Oppenheimer pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Lennox is trying to force Oppenheimer into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Oppenheimer can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Using the clinch, Lennox blasts Oppenheimer with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) Lennox misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) Lennox tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Oppenheimer isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) From the clinch, Oppenheimer gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 02:39) Lennox tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Oppenheimer isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Lennox breaks his grip and steps back to consider a new strategy.

(Rd 4 - 02:12) A few deep breaths betray that Lennox is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Lennox moves in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Lennox misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Oppenheimer to attack with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Lennox steps in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Lennox misses with a big right hand, allowing Oppenheimer to counter with a brace of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Oppenheimer looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Lennox glances at the clock, grimacing slightly.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Lennox forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Oppenheimer throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Lennox feints one way, throwing Oppenheimer off balance, then steps to the other side.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Lennox can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) Lennox steps in, watched all the way by Oppenheimer.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) Lennox misses with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) Oppenheimer is off-target with two jabs and also doesn't find the mark with a 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 Lennox.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) There is deep purple bruising evident on the body of Oppenheimer, he must be in a lot of pain right now.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Lennox comes in to engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Oppenheimer nails three quick punches from a flurry but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Lennox nails a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Oppenheimer looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him!

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Lennox is looking to get Oppenheimer in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Oppenheimer can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) Oppenheimer tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Lennox is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) From the clinch, Oppenheimer gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Oppenheimer tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Using the clinch, Lennox hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Oppenheimer.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) Lennox misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Oppenheimer is released from the Muay Thai clinch, Lennox has apparently decided to change tactics.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Lennox tries to get Oppenheimer into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) He gets it, and now has Oppenheimer in trouble.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) From the clinch, Oppenheimer gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) Oppenheimer blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) From the clinch, Oppenheimer gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 00:11) Lennox misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(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 Lennox.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Rupert 'Warpath' Lennox!

 

 

Official Result: Rupert 'Warpath' Lennox defeats Dominick Oppenheimer (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rupert Lennox thanks everyone connected to London Kick Boxing Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Rupert Lennox gives a show of respect to his opponent.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Masayoshi "Fireball XXL" Tatsuko (5-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Favorite: -290) vs. Olafur Petursson (6-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Reykjavik, Iceland, Underdog: +230)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Masayoshi 'Fireball XXL' Tatsuko taking on Olafur Petursson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

(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) Tatsuko dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Petursson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Tatsuko attacks with a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Tatsuko dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Petursson hits a left cross. Tatsuko doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Petursson misses with a big right hand, allowing Tatsuko to counter with a left jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Petursson misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Tatsuko to attack with a jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Tatsuko uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Petursson hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Petursson misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Tatsuko lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Petursson glances at the clock, grimacing slightly.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Petursson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Tatsuko attacks with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

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

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

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Petursson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Petursson misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Tatsuko hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Petursson is not able to compete with Tatsuko in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Tatsuko slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Petursson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tatsuko comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Glaring at Petursson, Tatsuko motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Tatsuko slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) For the first time, Tatsuko is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Limping quite noticeably, Petursson is definitely feeling the damage to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:22) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Petursson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Tatsuko counters a right hand with a head kick that landed only a glancing blow.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Petursson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tatsuko comes in with a left jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Petursson lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Tatsuko hits a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Barely able to walk now, the damage Petursson has taken to his legs has really taken its toll.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Tatsuko has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Petursson is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Tatsuko took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Tatsuko.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 05:00) Petursson can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Tatsuko is off-target with two jabs and also doesn't get a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Petursson doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Petursson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Limping heavily, Petursson is struggling to move around.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Tatsuko dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a leg kick that misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Tatsuko dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Tatsuko dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Tatsuko 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 - 03:06) Petursson can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Petursson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Petursson lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Tatsuko misses a jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Using his wrestling skills, Tatsuko is trying to push Petursson up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Petursson ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Tatsuko is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Tatsuko tries to get Petursson into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Tatsuko manages it and now controls Petursson by the back of the head.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Petursson blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Tatsuko blasts Petursson with a big knee to the face! Petursson falls to the ground, out cold!

(Rd 3 - 00:55) By knock out, the winner is Masayoshi Tatsuko!

 

 

Official Result: Masayoshi 'Fireball XXL' Tatsuko defeats Olafur Petursson (Knock Out (Knee) in 4:05 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Masayoshi Tatsuko praises his team at Snake Temple, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Fujimaro Hidaka, saying that he'll destroy him. Masayoshi Tatsuko is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Korekiyo Anzai (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roberto Perrella Aun (1-0, 1-0 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 Korekiyo Anzai squares off with Roberto Perrella Aun.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Aun looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) A one-two from Aun fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Aun hits a left hand, but Anzai avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Aun lands a jab and then catches Anzai with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Circling warily, Anzai is looking for a chance to shoot.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Aun throws a punch but Anzai was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Anzai seizes the chance and shoots in on Aun.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Anzai attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Anzai is too skilled for Aun, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Anzai attempts to kimura Aun from side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Aun has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:00) By submission, the winner is Korekiyo Anzai!

 

 

Official Result: Korekiyo Anzai defeats Roberto Perrella Aun (Submission (Kimura) in 3:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Korekiyo Anzai gives a name-check to everyone at J1 Circle, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"G-Force" Rodolphe Gygax (23-16-1NC, 0-0-1NC CTC, From: St. Gallen, Switzerland, Underdog: +260) Vs. Johan Kavli (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Trondheim, Norway, Favorite: -330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'G-Force' Rodolphe Gygax goes up against Johan Kavli in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Gygax hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Kavli appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Gygax took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Gygax can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Looking a bit tense, Gygax moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Gygax connects with a jab, but Kavli avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) A jab is wide from Gygax, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Gygax throws a punch but Kavli was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Kavli moves in fast and shoots on Gygax.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Gygax sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Gygax throws a punch but Kavli was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Kavli comes in and grabs Gygax in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Gygax tries to wriggle free, but Kavli controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Using his wrestling skills, Kavli is trying to push Gygax up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Kavli manages it and controls Gygax up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Gygax is trapped against the cage and Kavli hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Gygax gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Gygax is trapped against the cage and Kavli punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Kavli smothers Gygax against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Gygax waits for Kavli to try and throw a knee and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Kavli appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Gygax took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Gygax can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) A jab is wide from Gygax, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Gygax can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Gygax took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Kavli shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Gygax sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Gygax is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Gygax looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Kavli, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Gygax can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Gygax lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) That last shot may have done some damage, Kavli is backing off and trying to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady!

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Kavli gets caught by a big right hook...and is out before he hits the ground!

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Rodolphe Gygax takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'G-Force' Rodolphe Gygax defeats Johan Kavli (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:14 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rodolphe Gygax thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He praises Kavli for a tough fight.

 

 

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CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoshinori Morishita (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -200) vs. Sadahige Yoshida (7-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Chiba, Japan, Underdog: +150)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which Yoshinori Morishita takes on Sadahige Yoshida.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Yoshida misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Morishita attacks with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Morishita lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Yoshida is able to grab Morishita.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Yoshida is trying to push Morishita so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Yoshida can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Morishita is trying to muscle Yoshida up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Yoshida ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Morishita catches Yoshida with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Morishita hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Yoshida takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Yoshida waits for Morishita to throw a knee, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Morishita now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Yoshida tries to keep him up against the cage, but Morishita works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:15) A jab is wide from Yoshida, but then he catches Morishita with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Yoshida slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Yoshida hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Morishita finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Yoshida fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Morishita seizes the chance and grabs Yoshida into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Using his wrestling skills, Morishita is trying to push Yoshida up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Morishita achieves it, pinning Yoshida to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Smothered against the cage, Yoshida is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) They exchange short punches to the body until the round ends.

(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 Morishita.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Morishita had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Yoshida throws a two-punch combo but Morishita avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Morishita misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Yoshida attacks with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Morishita is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Yoshida misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Morishita comes in with a nice left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Yoshida counters a right hand with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Morishita is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Morishita is trying to push Yoshida so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Morishita can't manage it, Yoshida fought it.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Morishita looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) An outside leg trip sweeps Yoshida down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Morishita attempts to arm triangle Yoshida from side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Yoshida stops Morishita from applying it.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Morishita looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) The attempted mount results in a scramble for position as Yoshida tries to avoid the danger.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) The scramble results in Morishita being on his back with Yoshida in side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Yoshida fires away with elbows but Morishita doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Morishita skillfully moves to full guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Yoshida keeps Morishita guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) With a quick movement, Yoshida throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Morishita.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) Yoshida lies on top of Morishita, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Yoshida.

(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 - 04:46) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Yoshida 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 3 - 04:32) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Morishita uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Yoshida scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) For the first time, Yoshida is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Yoshida misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Morishita scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Yoshida uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Morishita has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Yoshida tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Morishita is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) Yoshida pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Morishita misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Morishita looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Using his wrestling skills, Morishita is trying to push Yoshida up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) He does so and now has Yoshida pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Morishita catches Yoshida with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Morishita smothers Yoshida against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) It looks like Yoshida has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Morishita smothers Yoshida against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Yoshida is trapped against the cage and Morishita hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) Yoshida gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Breathing very hard, Morishita is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Morishita tries to elbow Yoshida, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Yoshida moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Morishita had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) A one-two from Yoshida fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Yoshida 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 - 01:01) Both fighters come together and strike.

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

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Yoshida lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of 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 Morishita.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Yoshida.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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

(Rd 4 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Morishita is looking to muscle Yoshida back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Morishita manages it and controls Yoshida up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) Morishita catches Yoshida with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Morishita looks to sweep a leg out from under Yoshida so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Yoshida to the mat where he pulls guard!

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Morishita looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Yoshida starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Breathing very hard, Yoshida is looking ragged.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Morishita ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Yoshida throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Yoshida throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) Morishita tries to sweep Yoshida but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Yoshida punches down at Morishita, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Yoshida fires off a few punches.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Yoshida fights off an attempt to trap him in rubber guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Yoshida connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Morishita lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 00:06) Morishita seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Morishita misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. Yoshida lands a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(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 Morishita.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Yoshida 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 - 04:49) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Morishita scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Yoshida doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Morishita misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) Morishita tries to wrestle Yoshida backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) He does so and now has Yoshida pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) Morishita pins Yoshida up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Morishita tries to elbow Yoshida, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Morishita hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Yoshida hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Morishita is trying to push Yoshida so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Yoshida doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) With control of the clinch, Yoshida tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) The takedown is successful, Morishita pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Yoshida throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Yoshida begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Morishita allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) The scramble ends with Morishita grabbing Yoshida and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Morishita attempts to hit a knee to the thigh area but Yoshida tightens the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) The gas tank looks empty on Morishita.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Morishita tries to throw an elbow, but Yoshida seizes the chance to create some space and break free.

(Rd 5 - 01:06) Yoshida looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 5 - 00:27) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:27) Yoshida misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:27) Morishita hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Yoshida.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm), 48-47 (Stewart Morecambe) and 50-45 (Christina Shaw).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Yoshinori Morishita wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Yoshinori Morishita defeats Sadahige Yoshida (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yoshinori Morishita 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 once again calls out Folke Dalen, adding that "he is ducking me because he knows he will lose". There's no doubt that Yoshinori Morishita benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Bud "The Rocket" Brockett (11-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Waterbury, Connecticut, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tessai "The Punk" Satou (12-9, 1-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett battles Tessai 'The Punk' Satou.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, 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 - 04:45) Brockett sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) The takedown is successful, Satou pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Brockett begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Brockett throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Brockett unloads with big left hands and Satou is struggling to cope!

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Brockett is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Brockett attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Satou doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Brockett attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Brockett takes the back instead, Satou rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Brockett attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Satou fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Satou tries to turn over and sweep Brockett but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Brockett successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Brockett, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Brockett has Satou flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:11) The winner, by submission, is Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett!

 

 

Official Result: Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett defeats Tessai 'The Punk' Satou (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bud Brockett thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Aaron "The Patriot" McBroom (12-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Underdog: +390) vs. Ross "Harvard" Smith (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Minneapolis, Minnesota, Favorite: -500)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom fighting Ross 'Harvard' Smith.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Smith comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Smith gets a single leg takedown! McBroom pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Smith looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) He can't get free of the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Smith keeps McBroom guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Smith starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as McBroom tries to get back up.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) The scramble ends with McBroom grabbing Smith and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) McBroom tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Smith uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Smith goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Smith is trapped against the cage and McBroom hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) McBroom tries to use dirty boxing against Smith, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) A few short punches to the ribs land, as Smith fights back.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) McBroom tries to use some dirty boxing, but Smith uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) 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 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Smith, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) McBroom can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Smith with a beautiful right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Smith backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! McBroom follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!

(Rd 1 - 00:50) McBroom tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but Smith avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Smith clears his head and circles away from the cage back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) McBroom comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Smith appeared to be going for a takedown, but McBroom took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) McBroom can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Smith with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Smith may have a broken nose from that shot, there is blood pouring down his face.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) That's going to make breathing a lot tougher and tire him out quicker.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Smith shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) McBroom almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Smith holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Smith can't get McBroom down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) McBroom is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes.

(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 McBroom.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) McBroom 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) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Smith lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) McBroom fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) McBroom steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Smith may have been setting up to shoot, but McBroom aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) McBroom lands two left hands and then catches Smith with a superb right kick to the head!

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Smith is out! It's all over!

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Aaron McBroom takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom defeats Ross 'Harvard' Smith (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:51 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Aaron McBroom thanks everyone connected to Halvorsen's for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Eberhard Dahm would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Chico Feijo (10-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -110) vs. Elvis "The King" Milissis (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Clarksville, Tennessee, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Chico Feijo battles Elvis 'The King' Milissis.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Milissis looks significantly bigger than Feijo 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) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Milissis lands a jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Milissis lands a jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Feijo, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) A jab is wide from Milissis, but then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Milissis lands two jabs and then catches Feijo with a stunning left hook!

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Feijo hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Milissis moves in quickly, kneeling beside Feijo and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Milissis unloads with big lefts and Feijo is getting rocked!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Milissis fires away with punches, but Feijo doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Milissis blocks Feijo as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Milissis pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Feijo tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Milissis pounds away but Feijo deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Milissis blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Milissis tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) He goes for the mount but Feijo starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) The scramble sees Feijo up first, and he is quick to wrestle Milissis up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Unable to break free, Milissis is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) With the cage trapping Milissis, Feijo looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) It's not pretty, but he forces Milissis down to the ground and ends up holding him in a turtled up position.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Feijo pounds away, but Milissis isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Milissis 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 - 04:46) Milissis fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Milissis looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Milissis lands two right hands and then catches Feijo with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Feijo is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover!

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Milissis tries to capitalise with a massive left hand, but Feijo avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Feijo clears his head and circles away from the cage back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) A jab hits home from Milissis and then he hits Feijo with a powerful leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Milissis moves in on Feijo, preparing to throw.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Milissis fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Feijo with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Feijo hits two tentative right hands, neither with anything behind them.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Milissis lands two right hands and then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Retreating until backed against the cage, Feijo looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Milissis tries to get Feijo into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Milissis manages it and now controls a very dazed Feijo by the back of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) From the clinch, Feijo gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) That last strike hurt Feijo quite badly, I wouldn't be surprised if he has a broken rib.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Broken ribs would certainly have a big impact upon his ability to continue fighting.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Milissis loses the Muay Thai clinch as Feijo uses grappling to move to a regular wrestling clinch instead.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Feijo tries to wrestle Milissis backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Feijo does it, Milissis is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) With the cage trapping Milissis, Feijo looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) The takedown is completed, Feijo would not be denied.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) The takedown leaves Milissis seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Feijo looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Milissis from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Milissis doesn't let Feijo get the mount.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Milissis hits Feijo with a few weak strikes to the back.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Feijo tries to ensnare Milissis in a guillotine.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Milissis defends himself well.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Milissis, trapped against the cage, pummels Feijo on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(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 Milissis.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Milissis.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Milissis fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Feijo with a beautiful left kick to the head.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Feijo looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go!

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Milissis moves in for the kill and lands a big left hand around the guard! Feijo is rocked again!

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Milissis is aiming to get Feijo into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Feijo is too groggy to fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Using the clinch, Milissis blasts Feijo with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Milissis tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Feijo isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Using the clinch, Milissis blasts Feijo with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Milissis tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Feijo isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Milissis blasts Feijo with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Feijo finally breaks free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Milissis confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Feijo appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Milissis took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Milissis throws a punch but Feijo was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Milissis is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) It looked like we were about to see Feijo try and get some grappling started, but Milissis was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Milissis connects with a nice jab and then hits Feijo with a rib-crunching body kick!

(Rd 3 - 02:07) That blow knocks Feijo to the ground!

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Milissis starts pounding away on Feijo, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Milissis pounds away, Feijo is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 3 - 01:58) The referee jumps in and stops the fight as Feijo went limp!

(Rd 3 - 01:41) By knock out, the winner is Elvis Milissis!

 

 

Official Result: Elvis 'The King' Milissis defeats Chico Feijo (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:19 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Elvis Milissis name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He grabs the microphone and once again calls out Alain Saul, repeating his claims that "he is scared to fight me because he knows that I'm better".

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Vinicius Azeredo (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +820) vs. Chan Kim Huat (6-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Johor Bahru, Malaysia, Favorite: -1030)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Vinicius Azeredo competes against Chan Kim Huat.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Azeredo hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Huat uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Huat had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Azeredo throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Two defensive jabs hit from Huat, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Azeredo throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Huat steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Azeredo fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Huat connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Huat initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Azeredo hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Huat hits a left jab and then he catches Azeredo with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Azeredo misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Huat comes in with a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Azeredo misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Huat lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) A nice feint from Huat causes Azeredo to become open.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Azeredo misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Huat comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Azeredo tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Huat hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Huat looked like he was going to shoot, but Azeredo simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Azeredo uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(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 Huat.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Huat 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 Azeredo from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Huat shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Azeredo cannot stop the takedown and only catches Huat in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Huat is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Azeredo can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Huat gains side control.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Huat attempts an americana.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Azeredo defends himself well.

(Rd 2 - 03:47) Azeredo tries to sweep Huat but can't do it.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Huat looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) He gets the mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Huat attempts an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Huat gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Azeredo has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Chan Kim Huat takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Chan Kim Huat defeats Vinicius Azeredo (Submission (Armbar) in 2:33 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Chan Kim Huat name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Chan Kim Huat says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Vinicius Azeredo.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Caca "Ninja" de Andrade (21-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -380) vs. Chakrit Mamanee (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Thailand, Underdog: +300)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Caca 'Ninja' de Andrade squaring off with Chakrit Mamanee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) de Andrade comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Mamanee tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Mamanee falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) de Andrade lands a left hand and then he catches Mamanee with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) de Andrade comes forward on the attack.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:36) de Andrade uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Moving forward constantly, de Andrade is pressuring Mamanee.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Mamanee hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) A jab lands from de Andrade but then can't connect with a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) de Andrade stalks forward, pressuring Mamanee.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Mamanee hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) A jab hits home from de Andrade and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Mamanee chooses to shoot in on de Andrade.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) He has the takedown! de Andrade pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Mamanee begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) de Andrade is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Mamanee firmly in guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) de Andrade is really working hard on the ground to slow down Mamanee and make him work for everything.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Mamanee attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Mamanee struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Mamanee fires away with punches, but de Andrade doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Mamanee fires off some rights, but de Andrade isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Mamanee pounds away, but de Andrade calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Mamanee fires off some rights, but de Andrade isn't troubled by them.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Mamanee took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:54) de Andrade comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) de Andrade moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Mamanee.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) de Andrade opens Mamanee up with a feint.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) de Andrade throws a two-punch combo but Mamanee avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) de Andrade comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Mamanee manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) A jab is wide from de Andrade, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) de Andrade comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Mamanee fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) de Andrade can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Mamanee with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) de Andrade comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Mamanee fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) de Andrade lands a jab and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) de Andrade comes forward, walking down Mamanee.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Mamanee hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) de Andrade hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) de Andrade comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Mamanee lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) A jab is wide from de Andrade, but then he hits Mamanee with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Circling warily, Mamanee is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) de Andrade hits a left hand, but Mamanee steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) de Andrade comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Mamanee fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) A jab hits home from de Andrade and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Mamanee.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Mamanee comes in fast, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves de Andrade pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Mamanee starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) de Andrade fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) The scramble results in de Andrade being on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Mamanee pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Mamanee pounds away but de Andrade deals with the blows fairly easily.

(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 Mamanee.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Mamanee 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 - 04:54) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) de Andrade comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Mamanee throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) de Andrade lands a jab and then he catches Mamanee with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) de Andrade forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Mamanee misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) A one-two from de Andrade fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Mamanee doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) de Andrade goes up top with a head kick, but only gets a glancing blow.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) de Andrade is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) de Andrade steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) de Andrade lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) de Andrade comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Mamanee throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) de Andrade lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Moving forward constantly, de Andrade is pressuring Mamanee.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Mamanee hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) de Andrade hits a couple of minor left hands, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) de Andrade moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Mamanee into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Mamanee throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) de Andrade can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Mamanee with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) de Andrade steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Mamanee fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) de Andrade hits a left jab and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) de Andrade comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Mamanee manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) de Andrade misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Mamanee appeared to be going to try and get in close, but de Andrade took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) de Andrade uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) de Andrade lands a jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) de Andrade initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Mamanee fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) de Andrade connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) de Andrade fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Blood is visible on Mamanee, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(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 de Andrade.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Mamanee.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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

(Rd 4 - 04:53) de Andrade forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Mamanee throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) de Andrade throws a one-two, but Mamanee was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) A jab is wide from de Andrade, but then he catches Mamanee with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) de Andrade forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) Mamanee manages a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) de Andrade fools Mamanee with a feint.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) de Andrade can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Mamanee with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) de Andrade clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Using his wrestling skills, Mamanee is trying to push de Andrade up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) de Andrade ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Showing his ability to exert control, Mamanee smothers de Andrade up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Mamanee presses de Andrade up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Mamanee catches de Andrade with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) 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 4 - 01:25) de Andrade 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 - 01:20) Showing great speed, Mamanee shoots in on de Andrade.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) The takedown is unsuccessful, de Andrade sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) de Andrade hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) de Andrade hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) de Andrade is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) de Andrade can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Mamanee comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Mamanee gets a single leg takedown! de Andrade pulls guard off it.

(Rd 4 - 00:06) Mamanee pounds away, but de Andrade isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, de Andrade 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 - 05:00) Mamanee limps slightly as he circles.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) There's a takedown attempt from Mamanee.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) The takedown is completed, de Andrade is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Mamanee throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Mamanee attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Mamanee passes to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Mamanee is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Mamanee almost gets side control, but de Andrade was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) de Andrade ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Mamanee tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Everything de Andrade is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Mamanee, which is probably the best he can hope for.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) Mamanee tries to lock de Andrade into an arm triangle.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) de Andrade blocks it.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Mamanee tries to ensnare de Andrade in a kimura.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) de Andrade blocks it.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Mamanee attempts to kimura de Andrade from side control.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) de Andrade defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) Mamanee attempts to kimura de Andrade from side control.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) de Andrade blocks it.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Mamanee took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 49-47 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Chakrit Mamanee is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Chakrit Mamanee defeats Caca 'Ninja' de Andrade (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Chakrit Mamanee name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Naizen Hamacho (13-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Favorite: -1020) vs. Watson Viana (9-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Underdog: +810)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Naizen Hamacho battling Watson Viana.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Viana deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Viana is off-target with a jab but scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Hamacho lands a right jab and also hits a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Viana steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Hamacho lands two right hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Viana can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Viana forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Hamacho hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Viana throws a two-punch combo but Hamacho avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Viana steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Hamacho hits two right hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Viana throws a one-two, but Hamacho was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Viana forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Hamacho hits two right hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Viana hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Viana can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Hamacho with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Viana steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Hamacho hit two counter right hands.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Viana can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Viana initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Hamacho hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) A jab lands from Viana but Hamacho evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Hamacho misses with an attempted body shot and gets countered with a left jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land.

(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 Hamacho.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Hamacho 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 Viana can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Viana lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Hamacho lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Viana throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Hamacho seizes the chance and grabs Viana into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Hamacho is trying to push Viana so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Hamacho does it, Viana is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Hamacho uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Hamacho smothers Viana against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Viana is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Viana is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Viana is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Viana is trapped against the cage and Hamacho hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Hamacho smothers Viana against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Hamacho drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Hamacho has the takedown, using the fact that Viana was pressed against the cage to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Hamacho ends up holding a seated Viana around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Hamacho pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Viana hits Hamacho with a few weak strikes to the back.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Hamacho attempts a guillotine.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) The guillotine is fully applied, Viana has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Naizen Hamacho takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Naizen Hamacho defeats Watson Viana (Submission (Guillotine) in 4:11 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Naizen Hamacho gives a name-check to everyone at Dragon's Lair Gym, all his various sponsors, then all his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Helio would probably be a great contest.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Savage" Datuk Ong Ka Ting (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kuala Lampur, Malaysia, Favorite: -1020) vs. Vince "The Animal" Dahl (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Canada, Underdog: +810)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Savage' Datuk Ong Ka Ting faces Vince 'The Animal' Dahl.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Datuk uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Dahl almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Datuk holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Unable to complete the takedown, Datuk instead pushes Dahl up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Datuk looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Datuk uses a nice inside leg trip and Dahl is forced to pull half guard!

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Datuk begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Datuk is too skilled for Dahl, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Datuk tries to lock Dahl into an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Datuk gets the armbar fully applied and Dahl has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) 'The Savage' Datuk Ong Ka Ting takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Savage' Datuk Ong Ka Ting defeats Vince 'The Animal' Dahl (Submission (Armbar) in 2:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Datuk Ong Ka Ting gives a name-check to everyone at Wudang Academy, 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.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Pain Express" Go Yamamoto (28-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -1110) vs. Grande Silveira (6-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +880)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'Pain Express' Go Yamamoto goes head to head with Grande Silveira in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(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 - 04:49) Yamamoto looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Yamamoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) A jab lands from Yamamoto, but Silveira avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Yamamoto throws some strikes and a spin kick, but Silveira defended against them all.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Silveira moves in fast and clinches with Yamamoto.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Silveira looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Yamamoto blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Silveira looks to sweep a leg out from under Yamamoto so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) It's unsuccessful, Yamamoto maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Silveira and Yamamoto break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Yamamoto comes in fast and lands three quick punches and then hits Silveira with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Yamamoto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Yamamoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Silveira with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Yamamoto connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Yamamoto lands a left jab, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Yamamoto connects with a nice jab and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Yamamoto lands a jab and then hits Silveira with a great high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) That last strike may have hurt Silveira, he is backing away but looks punch-drunk!

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Yamamoto is trying to force Silveira into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) He has it hooked, Silveira needs to find a way out quickly.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Using the clinch, Yamamoto hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Silveira.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Silveira tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Yamamoto 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 - 04:52) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Yamamoto.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Silveira seizes the chance and grabs Yamamoto into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Silveira tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) The trip doesn't work, Yamamoto blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Yamamoto is trying to push Silveira so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Yamamoto can't manage it, Silveira fought it.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Silveira looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Yamamoto blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Silveira attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Yamamoto on the ground.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Silveira uses a nice inside leg trip and Yamamoto is forced to pull guard!

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Silveira attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) He passes, but only to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Silveira starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Yamamoto was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Yamamoto somehow manages to come out on top of Silveira in north-south position.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Yamamoto hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Yamamoto blocks Silveira as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Yamamoto pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Yamamoto blocks Silveira as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Yamamoto strikes Silveira in the ribs with a few short elbows, but they lack venom.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Silveira tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Yamamoto.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Yamamoto hits a ferocious knee strike to the head!

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Yamamoto hits a short knee strike to the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Yamamoto blocks an attempted escape.

(Rd 2 - 00:25) Yamamoto throws some elbows to the body, albeit with not much in the way of power.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Yamamoto blocks Silveira as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Yamamoto hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Yamamoto.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Silveira 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) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Yamamoto confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Silveira had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Yamamoto lands two jabs and then hits Silveira with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) That last blow may have really hurt Silveira, he staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best he can!

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Silveira eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright!

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Silveira gets caught by a big right hook...and is out before he hits the ground!

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Go Yamamoto takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'Pain Express' Go Yamamoto defeats Grande Silveira (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:36 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Go Yamamoto thanks everyone connected to Dragon's Lair Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Helio, saying that he'll destroy him. Go Yamamoto handled this interview with aplomb, it was a very impressive, assured performance.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Fury Awoken" Sukarno (30-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Owen Oggleberry-Pipp (6-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Canada, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Fury Awoken' Sukarno competes against Owen Oggleberry-Pipp in the CTC Lightweight division.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Oggleberry-Pipp misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sukarno attacks with a wicked right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Oggleberry-Pipp is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Sukarno quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Oggleberry-Pipp!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Sukarno goes to work on Oggleberry-Pipp with incredibly vicious stomps and kicks, but somehow cannot finish him!

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Sukarno goes for a flying stomp!

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Sukarno doesn't hit the target, and the miss allows Oggleberry-Pipp to try and scramble.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Sukarno ends up in guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Sukarno tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Sukarno throws a quick, nasty elbow strike to the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Looking to catch his breath, Sukarno is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) In half guard, Sukarno throws a couple of punches designed to keep Oggleberry-Pipp guessing.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Sukarno pounds away, Oggleberry-Pipp is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Sukarno throws a quick, ultra-nasty elbow strike to the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Oggleberry-Pipp.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Sukarno pounds away, but Oggleberry-Pipp calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Sukarno pounds away, but Oggleberry-Pipp isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Sukarno pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) In half guard, Sukarno begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Trapped under side control, Oggleberry-Pipp takes an enormous knee strike to the ribs!

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Sukarno tries to pound on Oggleberry-Pipp, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Sukarno fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by Sukarno, a 10-8 round on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Oggleberry-Pipp.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Oggleberry-Pipp hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Sukarno nails one quick punch from a flurry and then hits a wicked right head kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Oggleberry-Pipp goes down hard, he's out!

(Rd 2 - 04:36) By knock out, the winner is Sukarno!

 

 

Official Result: 'Fury Awoken' Sukarno defeats Owen Oggleberry-Pipp (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sukarno thanks everyone connected to Dojo of Zui Quan for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

Attendance: 310

Gate Reciepts: $24,552

Sponsorship: $15,856

Ad Revenue: $261,857

Merchandise: $3,835

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $307,574)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Sukarno                   $114,040     Owen Oggleberry-Pipp     $11,598      FotN: Both: $10,000
Go Yamamoto               $94,690      Grande Silveira          $1,598
Datuk Ong Ka Ting         $4,250       Vince Dahl               $1,968
Naizen Hamacho            $10,780      Watson Viana             $1,722       SotN: Hamacho: $5,000
Chakrit Mamanee           $7,091       Caca de Andrade          $2,880       Perf: Mamanee: $5,000
Chan Kim Huat             $2,440       Vinicius Azeredo         $1,476
Elvis Milissis            $2,440       Chico Feijo              $2,582
Aaron McBroom             $8,834       Ross Smith               $1,968       KotN: McBroom: $5,000
Bud Brockett              $5,924       Tessai Satou             $1,598
Yoshinori Morishita       $2,788       Sadahige Yoshida         $1,598
Rodolphe Gygax            $2,200       Johan Kavli              $1,537
Korekiyo Anzai            $4,150       Roberto Perrella Aun     $820
Masayoshi Tatsuko         $2,613       Olafur Petursson         $1,332
Rupert Lennox             $3,843       Dominick Oppenheimer     $1,435
Folke Dalen               $2,460       Rogelio Quesada          $1,435
Jackson Mollusck          $2,152       Dalmo Pedrosa            $1,332

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $21,529

 

Profit: $-41,019

 

Critical Rating: 79%

Commercial Rating: 59%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +4.5%             76.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 +3.6%             76.9% (High Level Regional)
UK                 Unchanged          71.7% (High Level Regional)
Europe             Unchanged          39.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia          Unchanged          60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan              Unchanged          51.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia               Unchanged          42.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia             Unchanged          39.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +2.5%             43.6% (Mid Level Regional)
South America      Unchanged          49.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America    Unchanged          38.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.6%             17.9% (Mid Level Regional)

 

 

News

- CTC Welterweight competitor Ikku Funaki has started training at Dragon's Lair Gym, and may stick around if things go well in his next fight. He hopes training with the team will sharpen his wrestling skills.

- The following fighters have been cut from the CTC roster following their elimination from the tournament: Grande Silveira, Watson Viana, Caca de Andrade, Vinicius Azeredo, Chico Feijo, Ross Smith, Tessai Satou, Sadahige Yoshida, Johan Kavli, Roberto Perrella Aun, Olafur Petursson, Dominick Oppenheimer, Rogelio Quesada, and Dalmo Pedrosa.

- The services of Owen Oggleberry-Pipp, and Vince Dahl have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

- The CTC have announced the creation of their own secondary broadcaster. Tournament TV International will broadcast in Medium: Japan, South America, UK, Small: Europe, Australia, Asia, and Tiny: Russia, Central America. They will finish out their current contracts with their broadcasters, before transitioning to just broadcasting their own content.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

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Saturday, Week 4, May 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Brandon "Sugar Rush" Sugar (29-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -1160) vs. Shuji Oshiro (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #133, Underdog: +920)

Brandon Sugar was born on an American Army base in the Philippines. A Jiu-Jitsu black belt who is known for his particularly deadly guillotine choke. A star of GAMMA, his trilogy of fights with Sean Morrison turned him into a genuine pay-per-view draw. He looked on course to become the next great dominant Lightweight champion before an upset loss to Jake Keane in the summer of 2001 brought his run to an end. Shuji Oshiro is a Jiu-Jitsu fighter who can be very dangerous on the ground and is especially known for his deadly leglocks. He generally fights at Lightweight where a 5'10" he towers over a lot of his opponents and can use his long limbs to his advantage. He submitted Drauzio Simaan in the first round in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Lubos Plasil vs. Alain Saul in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Hillbilly Hammer" Luke Hilton (12-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -980) vs. Shusui Ikoma (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +780)

Luke Hilton is a Lightweight competitor that is a real threat to any opponent. His wrestling base gives him a solid base when competing up close, but his main weapon, and the source of his nickname, is his massive punching power. He made his GAMMA debut in 1997 and has torn through the division, his only losses coming against the elite of the elite, Brandon Sugar (for the title) and Fiyero Lermontov. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Charles Stiles in his last fight. Shusui Ikoma is a Lightweight competitor who comes from a very strong kick boxing background. Debuting at the end of 2000, his blazingly quick hands and dynamite head kicks helped him rack up three straight knock out wins in spectacular fashion within his first twelve months of competition. He won by first round knock out over Robbie Lynn in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Patrik Pedersen vs. Timmy Dukes in the Third Roud.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Atep of Indonesia (14-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -1180) vs. Adam "The Anarchist" McLeish (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #125, Underdog: +940)

Atep of Indonesia is a megastar in the making, a charismatic martial artist with a million dollar look who has the added value of being a damn fine fighter too. He made his named with KDM FC as a great Lightweight champion and the face of the company. He joined ALPHA-1 in 2001 and marked his debut with a statement victory over Fumiaki Hayashi. Expected to be one of the favorites in this tournament, he could be on a collision course with Sukarno, the only man who has ever defeated him. Adam McLeish, known as The Anarchist to his fans, is a young fighter who was a highly regarded wrestler in college. Turning pro in 2001, he hopes to use his high intensity grappling to become a big player in MMA. He won a Split Decision over Utamara Kawatake in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Irving Braun vs. Morihiro Kiski in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Branco (19-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -990) vs. Pentti "Finnish Vampire" Rovanpera (8-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #149, Underdog: +790)

Branco is an exciting Brazilian striker, who has the kick boxing skills to take apart opponents with tight, precise blows but also has a pronounced flair for the dramatic and often throws in funky, flashy strikes too. He won by first round knock out over Marcio do Amor Lima in the First Round. Pentti Rovanpera is a Finnish brawler, who has a lot of heart and simply refuses to ever quit, but the truth of the matter is that he just doesn't have the skill level to compete with anyone in MMA of decent quality. He won by third round TKO over Rayver Anzures in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ren Akai vs. Darren Southall in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Mr. Intensity" Bruce Steven (20-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Favorite: -1170) vs. Muhammad Hamzah (20-13, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #140, Underdog: +930)

Bruce Steven is a talented submission artist, a Canadian that has always been one of the most dangerous fighters at Lightweight when a fight goes to the ground. Unfortunately for him, his glass jaw and sloppy striking have always been a well known flaw and have prevented him from mixing it with the elite. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Helio in his last fight. Muhammad Hamzah is a submission specialist, who likes to take things to the mat as early and often as possible. His abysmal striking game means that he is a sitting duck for anyone who can defend his takedowns though, and that has stopped him from really making much of his career. He won by second round submission over Shen Kang in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Gregory O'Hara vs. Nate Marx in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Sharpshooter" Georges Nouri (14-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -1200) vs. Matt "The Blitz" Horowitz (7-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #148, Underdog: +950)

Georges Nouri is a Greek grappling master, and a very dangerous Lightweight competitor, renowned for his submission savvy. Superb on the ground, both on top and from his back, he is also an elite level fighter from the clinch. He competed for the SIGMA Lightweight title twice, losing both times. He submitted Raymond Austin in 39 seconds in the First Round. Matt Horowitz is a former amateur boxer who has good hands but has to dramatically his all-around game if he is to survive in MMA. He won a Unanimous Decision over Jimbo Jakes in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Norihide Kusonoki vs. Teeratep Nutnum in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Blonde Bomber" Nicholas Bretton (15-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -930) vs. "Sweet" Sammy Newton (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Underdog: +740)

Nicholas Bretton is a submission fighter, who is trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and loves to use armbars as his finisher of choice. He has decent strikes in terms of technique, but is not really a threat due to the twin handicaps of being predictable and not having much power behind his blows. He won by first round submission over Nik Minear in the First Round. Sammy Newton is a young kick boxer, and a Lightweight prospect. A great natural athlete with a solid striking game, he will however need to work on the other aspects of MMA if he is ever to achieve great success. He won a Unanimous Decision over Andre Coton in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Glen Siemaszko vs. Delma de Brito in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Norihide Kusonoki (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #212, Underdog: +150) vs. Teeratep "Crazy Monkey" Nutnum (12-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Favorite: -200)

Norihide Kusonoki is a Japanese fighter who comes from a Judo background but has added some striking and gritty ground and pound to his existing skill set in order to create a very difficult style to face. A born fighter, he could go far. He won by first round submission over Seiho Nanami in the First Round. Teeratep Nutnum is one of the most exciting fighters in the world to watch, and is a good striker whose energy and borderline-suicidal reckless behaviour mean that he is rarely in a dull fight. The downside of his style is that he often leaves himself wide open for counter-attacking strikes and takedowns, and that has led to him taking several needless defeats. He won by third round submission over Tsunesaburo Oonishi in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Georges Nouri vs. Matt Horowitz in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: H.M. Menzel (16-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -900) vs. Kazuya "3000" Chano (13-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +710)

H.M. Menzel was originally a scrappy and tenacious wrestler, a prototypical ground and pound fighter, endlessly looking for a double leg to start his attacks. Since then he has been working hard on his stand-up game and now is a considerably more versatile prospect. He is a former challenger for the GAMMA Lightweight title. He submitted Aiden Weinstein in the second round in the First Round. Kazuya Chano is a Lightweight from Japan, who comes from a wrestling background. He is not particularly dangerous, as he has neither the striking or submissions to finish most fighters, but he can grind out decisions if given too little respect. He won by fifth round submission over Kyle Winterburn in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fujimaro Hidaka vs. Chad Zoff in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Fujimaro Hidaka (10-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Underdog: +470) vs. Chad "Easy Z" Zoff (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #165, Favorite: -590)

Fujimaro Hidaka is a good kick boxer who can do a lot of damage with both his fists and feet. He is one-dimensional in that he has no ground game to speak of, and that weakness has probably held him back more than anything else. He won by a 23 second knock out against Bae Yoon in the First Round. Chad Zoff is a Canadian fighter, who is the product of intensive cross-training, giving him an enviable versatility inside the cage. Whether his jack-of-all-trades approach will result in a good career remains to be seen, but he certainly made an impressive start in the great white north. He won by fourth round TKO over Hoshi Nagai in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of H.M. Menzel vs. Kazuya Chano in the Third Round.

 

 

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CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Relentless" Ren Akai (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Underdog: +300) vs. "The Specialist" Darren Southall (10-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Favorite: -380)

Ren Akai is a powerful young fighter who made a name for himself as one of the best amateur wrestlers in Japan. He got the nickname "Relentless" due to his tenacious, almost fanatical, chasing of takedowns during his matches. He is coming off a fourth round submission victory over Doug Minelli in the First Round. Darren Southall is a solid professional, who is at his most dangerous on the ground where he can use his Jiu-Jitsu submission skills or batter his opponent with strikes. He has decent stand-up, not good enough that he'll win many fights with it, but certainly of a standard that means he can bide his time when looking for takedowns. He won by fourth round submission over Lazaro Campos in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Branco vs. Pentti Rovanpera in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Gregory "Chief" O'Hara (11-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Socialist" Nate Marx (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #181, Underdog: +950)

Gregory O'Hara is a tough fighter who has trained primarily in the art of grappling, but also has a background in boxing too. The result is that he can fight comfortably at any range and is happy to stand and trade punches or try to smother his opponent. He won by fourth round knock out over Hidetada Matsumaru in the First Round. Nate Marx came to MMA with a decent record as an amateur wrestler, who is known primarily for his excellent shot, fast and technically superb, it can put most other Lightweights on their back instantly. He will need to rely heavily on it though as the rest of his game is spotty at best. He won by fourth round submission over Khariton Litke in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bruce Steven vs. Muhammad Manzah in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Lubos "The Experiment" Plasil (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -1200) vs. Alain Saul (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +950)

Lubos Plasil is a former instructor in Russian Combat Sambo, who is a clinically precise fighter who is a master of taking fights to the ground and ending them with crisp submissions. He has a large distinctive scar down his chest from when he was once run over by a tank. With that having been unable to finish him off, most MMA fighters don't stand a chance. He won by first round submission over Ralph Concannon in the First Round. Alain Saul is a French Taekwondo fighter, who has some flashy strikes in his arsenal and can certainly take a punch, but the young Lightweight lacks any sort of versatility. He won by second round TKO over Jamie Hewitt in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Brandon Sugar vs. Shuji Oshiro in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Patrik "The Troll" Pedersen (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Favorite: -860) vs. Timmy "Pedigree" Dukes (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #180, +680)

Patrik Pedersen is a short, stocky fighter, who is one of the hardest hitting Lightweights in the world, a result of his muscular and compact physique. On top of his dangerous hands, Pedersen has also allied his natural strength with some decent grappling, allowing him to bully opponents around as well as making him tough to take down. He won by first round submission over Sebastian Fernandez in the First round. Timmy Dukes is an Australian kick boxer, who has nice hands and wicked kicks, a combination that makes him hard to deal with on the feet. He is noted for his exceptional cardio, possessing the stamina of an endurance runner. He won by second round TKO over Gerrard Kneeling in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Luke Hilton vs. Shusui Ikoma in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Glen "The Marine" Siemaszko (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -680) vs. Delma de Brito (19-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #157, Underdog: +540)

Glen Siemaszko is a tough Lightweight from Boston, who is a kick boxer with a dynamite right hand. A real life former US Marine, he is noted for his trademark army colors on his shorts and other fight wear. He won by second round knock out over Ignatius Hepfinger in the First Round. Delma de Brito is a veteran of the sport with almost 30 fights to his name. A Muay Thai fighter, he likes to stand and strike or pull his opponent into the clinch for punishment, but his ground game is weak. He won by Unanimous Decision over Bunrakuken Abe in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Nicholas Bretton vs. Sammy Newton in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Irving "Bang Bang" Braun (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -880) vs. Morihiro Kiski (6-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #189, Underdog: +700)

Irving Braun is a ground and pound specialist from Scotland, who makes up in power what he lacks in height. His vicious strikes to a downed opponent will finish most fights, although his real problem is getting his opponent down in the first place. He won a Unanimous Decision over Selton de Oliveira in the First Round. Morihiro Kiski is a kick boxer, who is a very one-dimensional fighter in that he only really possesses strikes, unfortunately for him, his striking game isn't really that good to begin with. He won by fourth round TKO over Keith Jolly in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Atep of Indonesia vs. Adam McLeish in the Third Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Brandon Sugar (155 lbs) vs. Shuji Oshiro (155 lbs)

Luke Hilton (155 lbs) vs. Shusui Ikoma (155 lbs)

Atep of Indonesia (155 lbs) vs. Adam McLeish (155 lbs)

Branco (155 lbs) vs. Pentti Rovanpera (155 lbs)

Bruce Steven (155 lbs) vs. Mohammad Hamzah (155 lbs)

Georges Nouri (155 lbs) vs. Matt Horowitz (155 lbs)

Nicholas Brendon (155 lbs) vs. Sammy Newton (155 lbs)

Norihide Kusonoki (155 lbs) vs. Teeratep Nutnum (155 lbs)

H.M. Menzel (155 lbs) vs. Kazuya Chano (155 lbs)

Fujimaro Hidaka (155 lbs) vs. Chad Zoff (155 lbs)

Ren Akai (155 lbs) vs. Darren Southall (155 lbs)

Gregory O'Hara (155 lbs) vs. Nate Marx (155 lbs)

Lubos Plasil (155 lbs) vs. Alain Saul (155 lbs)

Patrik Pedersen (155 lbs) vs. Timmy Dukes (155 lbs)

Glen Siemaszko (155 lbs) vs. Delma de Brito (155 lbs)

Irving Braun (155 lbs) vs. Morihiro Kiski (155 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 26 Full Fight Card

LW: Brandon Sugar vs. Shuji Oshiro

LW: Luke Hilton vs. Shusui Ikoma

LW: Atep of Indonesia vs. Adam McLeish

LW: Branco vs. Pentti Rovanpera

LW: Bruce Steven vs. Muhammad Hamzah

LW: Georges Nouri vs. Matt Horowitz

LW: Nicholas Bretton vs. Sammy Newton

LW: Norihide Kusonoki vs. Teeratep Nutnum

LW: H.M. Menzel vs. Kazuya Chano

LW: Fujimaro Hidaka vs. Chad Zoff

 

LW: Ren Akai vs. Darren Southall

LW: Gregory O'Hara vs. Nate Marx

LW: Lubos Plasil vs. Alain Saul

LW: Patrik Pedersen vs. Timmy Dukes

LW: Glen Siemaszko vs. Delma de Brito

LW: Irving Braun vs. Morihiro Kiski

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Saturday, Week 4, May 2002

Live from Calgary, Alberta

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Irving "Bang Bang" Braun (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Favorite: -880) vs. Morihiro Kiski (6-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +700)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first fight of the night is Irving 'Bang Bang' Braun battling Morihiro Kiski.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Edward Wilde, and Marianne Froth.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Kiski misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Kiski misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Braun attacks with a left jab and a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) He's down! Kiski falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Braun senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Braun pounds away, Kiski is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and saves Kiski from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Irving 'Bang Bang' Braun takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Irving 'Bang Bang' Braun defeats Morihiro Kiski (TKO (Strikes) in 1:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Irving Braun thanks everyone connected to Leamington Spa Muay Thai for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Glen "The Marine" Siemaszko (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Favorite: -680) vs. Delma de Brito (19-10, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +540)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Glen 'The Marine' Siemaszko against Delma de Brito.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Edward Wilde, and Marianne Froth.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) de Brito misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Siemaszko attacks with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of de Brito.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) de Brito misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Siemaszko attacks with a stiff head kick that finds its mark!

(Rd 1 - 03:48) de Brito wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Siemaszko senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Siemaszko stomps and kicks away at the stunned de Brito but can't put him away!

(Rd 1 - 03:24) In comes Siemaszko looking to get some form of ground control.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) de Brito tries to get free, but Siemaszko is able to secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Siemaszko begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) He can't get the mount as de Brito rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Siemaszko increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Siemaszko pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Siemaszko pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) With both hooks in, Siemaszko tries to flatten de Brito out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) de Brito doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) de Brito tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Siemaszko, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Siemaszko gets the rear naked choke fully applied and de Brito has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Glen Siemaszko takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Glen 'The Marine' Siemaszko defeats Delma de Brito (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:51 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Glen Siemaszko gives a name-check to everyone at American Cage Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he repeats his challenge to Masato Wai. "You're ducking me because you know you can't beat me".

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Patrik "The Troll" Pedersen (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Favorite: -860) vs. Timmy "Pedigree" Dukes (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Perth, Australia, Underdog: +680)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Patrik 'The Troll' Pedersen fighting Timmy 'Pedigree' Dukes.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Alan Allen.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Dukes moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Pedersen lands a weak, tentative jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Dukes hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Pedersen looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Dukes closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Dukes lands a jab and then catches Pedersen with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Pedersen shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) He has the takedown! Dukes pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Pedersen is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Pedersen gets past, but Dukes stops him at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Dukes made it as hard as possible and is really concentrating on trying to slow Pedersen down.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Pedersen unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Dukes.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Pedersen fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Pedersen fires away with punches, and Dukes is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Pedersen pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Pedersen looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Pedersen gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Looking to catch his breath, Pedersen is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Pedersen pounds away with right hands and Dukes is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Pedersen pounds away on Dukes, landing a few clean shots but not many.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Pedersen 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 Dukes can do enough to take this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Pedersen.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Dukes closes in on Pedersen, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Pedersen hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Dukes lands a left jab, but Pedersen evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Pedersen chooses to shoot in on Dukes.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Dukes is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Pedersen pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Pedersen pounds away, landing several clean blows on Dukes in the process.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Pedersen starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Dukes made it as hard as possible and is really concentrating on trying to slow Pedersen down.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) Pedersen tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) Dukes comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Pedersen in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Pedersen tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Dukes is defending with tenacity, he is frustrating Pedersen and making him work hard.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) In side control, Pedersen throws a couple of punches designed to keep Dukes guessing.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Pedersen throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Pedersen pounds away on Dukes, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Referee Kyle Crisp is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Patrik Pedersen takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Patrik 'The Troll' Pedersen defeats Timmy 'Pedigree' Dukes (TKO (Strikes) in 4:54 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Patrik Pedersen gives a name-check to everyone at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he claims that Jeffrey Foxworthy is ducking his challenge out of fear.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Lubos "The Experiment" Plasil (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Olomouc, Czech Republic, Favorite: -1200) vs. Alain Saul (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Lubos 'The Experiment' Plasil goes head to head with Alain Saul.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Alan Allen.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Plasil slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) It looks like Saul has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Plasil comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Saul fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Plasil lands a left hand and then he catches Saul with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Plasil comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Saul tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Plasil fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Shoulders hunched, Plasil studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Saul hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Plasil uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Plasil appeared to be going for a takedown, but Saul took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Saul uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Plasil dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Plasil counters a right hand with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) There's a takedown attempt from Plasil.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Plasil pounds away, landing several clean blows on Saul in the process.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) In half guard, Plasil begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Plasil tries to ensnare Saul in an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Plasil gets the arm triangle fully applied and Saul has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:36) The winner, by submission, is Lubos 'The Experiment' Plasil!

 

 

Official Result: Lubos 'The Experiment' Plasil defeats Alain Saul (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 4:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lubos Plasil thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Looking at a replay of the finish, Lubos Plasil says that it was part of the gameplan and that he was waiting for the right opportunity to apply it.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gregory "Chief" O'Hara (11-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Socialist" Nate Marx (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: South Bend, Indiana, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Gregory 'Chief' O'Hara goes head to head with 'The Socialist' Nate Marx.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Alan Allen, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Marx uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Marx gets a single leg takedown! O'Hara pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Marx throws several small strikes at O'Hara, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) From the bottom, O'Hara glances an elbow strike off the top of the head.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Marx uses a shoulder smash to keep O'Hara down.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Marx clings very tight to O'Hara while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) O'Hara pulls Marx in close, then glances an elbow strike off the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Marx hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of O'Hara.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Marx smothers O'Hara with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Marx fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Marx keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) O'Hara pulls Marx in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Marx hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of O'Hara.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) O'Hara, working from the bottom, clips Marx with an elbow.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) O'Hara uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Marx uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Marx has the takedown! O'Hara pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Marx throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Marx attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Marx almost gets side control, but O'Hara was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) The scramble allows O'Hara to take his opponent's back!

(Rd 1 - 00:24) O'Hara fires away with punches, but Marx deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) O'Hara attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) O'Hara flattens Marx 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) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of O'Hara.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) O'Hara, 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 - 04:54) Marx may have been aiming to get in close, but O'Hara aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) O'Hara lands a jab and then hits a crunching straight left to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Marx wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) O'Hara senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) O'Hara fires away with punches and Marx is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Referee Kyle Crisp pulls O'Hara away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 2 - 04:34) The winner, by TKO; Gregory O'Hara!

 

 

Official Result: Gregory 'Chief' O'Hara defeats 'The Socialist' Nate Marx (TKO (Strikes) in 0:26 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gregory O'Hara gives a name-check to everyone at London Kick Boxing Academy, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Gregory O'Hara praises Marx for his skill and toughness. He gave a charismatic performance.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Relentless" Ren Akai (9-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Saitama, Japan, Underdog: +300) vs. "The Specialist" Darren Southall (10-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Clearwater, Florida, Favorite: -380)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'Relentless' Ren Akai takes on 'The Specialist' Darren Southall in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Alan Allen, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Akai sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The takedown is successful, Southall couldn't quite stay on his feet.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Southall ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Akai, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Akai tries to smother Southall against the cage wall but can't keep control long enough.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Southall hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Akai pounds away, but Southall calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Southall hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Akai pounds away, but Southall calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Southall hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Akai looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Southall from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Southall hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates them.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Southall hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Southall lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Akai uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Akai throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Southall uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) It's a bad choice though, as Akai seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(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 Akai, 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 - 04:50) There's a takedown attempt from Akai.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Akai has the takedown! Southall pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) Akai fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Akai can't keep Southall down, an underhook gave him enough control to force them to stand.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) The two fighters are now clinched.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Akai is trying to muscle Southall up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Akai does it, Southall is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Southall, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Akai is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) 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 2 - 02:41) Showing his ability to control opponents, Akai smothers Southall against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next thirty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) 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 2 - 01:56) A defensive jab hits from Akai.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Southall connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Akai had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Southall connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Setting it up with excellent timing, Akai comes forward and shoots for the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) He has the takedown! Southall pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Akai lies on top of Southall, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Akai punches down at Southall, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Akai doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Southall grabs hold of an arm and attempts a triangle choke on Akai from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Akai gets caught by the triangle, and it's deep!

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Akai picks him up, then brutally slams him right back down again!

(Rd 2 - 00:18) The triangle is broken, Akai has left Southall down and stunned!

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Akai took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Akai.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Akai appeared to be going for a takedown, but Southall took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Southall lands a left hand and then hits Akai with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) It looks like Akai has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Southall steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Southall tries to lock his legs around the waist of Akai, wanting to pull him down to the floor.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) It doesn't work though, Akai responds by violently slamming him down!

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Akai looks to get on top of Southall.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Akai attains side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Akai attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Southall stops Akai from applying it.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Southall tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Akai fires off some rights, but Southall isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Southall tries to move to guard, but Akai doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Akai unloads with some right hands, but Southall deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Southall tries to pull guard on Akai but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) Akai pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:30) Southall tries to pull guard on Akai but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Akai pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Akai blocks Southall as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) The lack of progress forces referee Harry A. Bierce to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Southall moves in on Akai, preparing to throw.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Akai, but Southall was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Southall lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Akai shoots in hard and fast on Southall.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Akai gets the takedown! Southall pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Southall hasn't stopped a single takedown yet.

(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 Akai.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Southall 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 Akai.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Setting it up with excellent timing, Akai comes forward and shoots for the takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Southall cannot stop the takedown, Akai drove in with too much power.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Southall ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Akai, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Southall doesn't allow Akai to smother him against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Southall, trapped against the cage, pummels Akai on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Akai tries to control Southall against the cage, but finds it a struggle.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Southall, trapped against the cage, pummels Akai on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Southall fights off Akai as he tries to smother him against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Southall hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 4 - 03:05) Akai pushes forward against Southall, basically smothering him against the cage wall.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Akai pounds away, but Southall calmly deals with them.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) Southall hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) There's a takedown attempt from Akai.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) Southall gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) He continues to enjoy a 100% takedown completion rate in this fight.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Perhaps wary of submissions, Akai keeps extremely tight to Southall and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Grabbing an arm, Southall attempts to lock on a triangle choke.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Akai doesn't let Southall get it.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) The clock runs down as Southall is being smothered against the ground by Akai.

(Rd 4 - 00:07) Southall is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Akai off of him.

(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 Akai, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Southall 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 - 04:46) Southall looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Southall lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Akai comes in fast, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) The takedown is completed, Southall is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Akai throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Southall is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Akai off of him.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Akai lies on top of Southall, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Akai keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Southall reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Akai blocks it.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Akai is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Akai sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Southall to stay upright, the takedown is completed!

(Rd 5 - 02:07) The takedown leaves Southall seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Akai smothers Southall up against the cage wall.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Akai tries to lock Southall in a choke.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Southall doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Southall, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Akai tries to control Southall against the cage, but finds it a struggle.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) Southall, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Akai took that round, 10-9 on my score 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) Making 'Relentless' Ren Akai the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Relentless' Ren Akai defeats 'The Specialist' Darren Southall (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ren Akai praises his team at Mok Gar Dojo, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Showing respect, Ren Akai praises Southall for his skill and toughness.

 

 

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CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Fujimaro Hidaka (10-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +470) vs. Chad "Easy Z" Zoff (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Minto, Ontario, Favorite: -590)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is Fujimaro Hidaka vs. Chad 'Easy Z' Zoff.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Hidaka comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Zoff throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Hidaka connects with two left hands and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Hidaka comes forward on the attack.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:04) A one-two from Hidaka fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Hidaka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Zoff steps back against the cage and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt!

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Zoff takes a right hand!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) A big right hand catches Zoff flush and snaps his head back!

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Hidaka goes under the guard and nails Zoff with a right uppercut! What a shot!

(Rd 1 - 02:52) The referee jumps in and saves Zoff from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 02:52) I think the referee should have been quicker to react, Zoff took more shots than necessary.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Fujimaro Hidaka takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Fujimaro Hidaka defeats Chad 'Easy Z' Zoff (TKO (Strikes) in 2:14 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Fujimaro Hidaka gives a name-check to everyone at Way of the Crane's Beak, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Talking about causing such an upset, Fujimaro Hidaka says that being labeled a heavy underdog hurt his pride and helped spur him on in the fight.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

H.M. Menzel (16-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Amos, Quebec, Favorite: -900) vs. Kazuya "3000" Chano (13-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +710)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which H. M. Menzel takes on Kazuya '3000' Chano.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Menzel wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Menzel is trying to muscle Chano up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Chano ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Unable to break free, Chano is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Chano takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Menzel presses Chano up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Menzel manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Menzel attempts to wrestle Chano to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) The takedown is successful, Chano pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Menzel throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Menzel deflects a couple of punches that Chano threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Chano is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Menzel off of him.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Menzel lies on top of Chano, basically smothering him.

(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 have to give that round to Menzel, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Menzel 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 - 04:46) Menzel lands a jab and then hits Chano with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Menzel lands a left hand and then catches Chano with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Menzel throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Chano seizes the chance and grabs Menzel into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Chano is trying to muscle Menzel up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Chano can't do it though, and Menzel gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Menzel is trying to push Chano so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Menzel achieves it, pinning Chano to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Chano is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) Menzel hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Chano is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Menzel catches Chano with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Menzel hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:26) Menzel goes for a foot stomp, but Chano senses the shift in balance and reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Smothered against the cage, Menzel is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next thirty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) 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 - 01:19) Menzel throws a punch but Chano was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Chano comes in and grabs Menzel in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Chano is trying to muscle Menzel up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Chano doesn't manage it though, Menzel defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Menzel is looking to muscle Chano back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Menzel does it, Chano is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Menzel tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Chano is able to stop it.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) Menzel smothers Chano against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) Menzel goes for a knee to the thigh but Chano pulls the clinch tighter to block it.

(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 Menzel.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Menzel.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Chano wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Menzel throws a two-punch combo but Chano avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Chano seizes the chance and grabs Menzel into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Using his wrestling skills, Chano is trying to push Menzel up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Chano can't move Menzel at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Menzel tries to wrestle Chano backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) He does so and now has Chano pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Menzel hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Menzel hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Menzel drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Menzel uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Menzel scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Chano takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Menzel scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Menzel tries a foot stomp, but that puts him off balance and allows Chano to turn him so that he ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) For the first time, Menzel is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) Menzel can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Menzel moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Chano had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) A jab is wide from Menzel, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) There's a takedown attempt from Menzel.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) He drives forward with a double leg takedown attempt, Chano is swept off his feet and backward!

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Chano is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Menzel holding him down.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Menzel tries to improve his position.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) He is much too good for Chano, and gets the mount!

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Menzel unloads with two big elbows but Chano covers up well and absorbs all of the impact on his forearms.

(Rd 3 - 00:38) Menzel throws some elbows but Chano isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Chano tries to move Menzel out of mount but can't.

(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 Menzel.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Chano 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 and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Menzel lands a jab and then hits Chano with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Menzel fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:17) Menzel 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 - 04:17) Chano is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Menzel seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Menzel tries to wrestle Chano backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Menzel achieves it, pinning Chano to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Menzel keeps Chano stuck against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) An ugly but effective tactic, Menzel is pressing Chano up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Unable to break free, Chano is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Menzel and Chano remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) 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 - 00:41) A punch from Menzel fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) Menzel looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) Chano seizes the chance and grabs Menzel into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Chano is trying to push Menzel so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Chano achieves it, pinning Menzel to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Chano tries to keep him up against the cage, but Menzel works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(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 Menzel.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Chano 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 - 04:54) Chano keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Menzel can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Chano appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Menzel took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Menzel can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Chano looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Menzel simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Menzel connects with a nice jab and then catches Chano with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) Chano isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) Menzel lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Chano warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) A jab is wide from Menzel, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Chano.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Menzel lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Menzel lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Menzel closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Chano had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Menzel hits a left jab and then catches Chano with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Menzel looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) Chano looked like he was going to shoot, but Menzel simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) A jab hits home from Menzel and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Chano had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Menzel connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Menzel closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Menzel fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) With Chano bleeding, referee Kyle Crisp pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) We're back underway!

(Rd 5 - 00:31) A jab hits home from Menzel and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) The gash under the eye of Chano has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Chano may have been aiming to get in close, but Menzel aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Menzel hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Menzel took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making H. M. Menzel the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: H. M. Menzel defeats Kazuya '3000' Chano (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: H.M. Menzel thanks everyone connected to Strike Force for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is asked who he wants to face next, and once again calls in Chan Kim Huat, accusing him of ducking the challenge and being afraid.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Norihide Kusonoki (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +150) vs. Teeratep "Crazy Monkey" Nutnum (12-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Favorite: -200)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Norihide Kusonoki vs. Teeratep 'Crazy Monkey' Nutnum.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Nutnum moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Kusonoki scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Nutnum throws a punch but Kusonoki avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Nutnum comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Kusonoki fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Nutnum hits a left jab and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Nutnum comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Kusonoki hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Nutnum throws a one-two, but Kusonoki was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Nutnum comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Kusonoki lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Nutnum throws a two-punch combo but Kusonoki avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Nutnum misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Kusonoki lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Nutnum steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Kusonoki hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) A one-two from Nutnum fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Nutnum steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Kusonoki throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) A one-two from Nutnum fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Nutnum can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Kusonoki seizes the chance and grabs Nutnum into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Nutnum gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Kusonoki uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Kusonoki uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Nutnum as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Nutnum gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Kusonoki uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Using his wrestling skills, Kusonoki is trying to push Nutnum up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) He does so and now has Nutnum pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Kusonoki hits Nutnum, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Nutnum, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Kusonoki is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) The next minute or so 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 has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kusonoki.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Nutnum comes forward, walking down Kusonoki.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Kusonoki fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Nutnum lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Nutnum pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Nutnum attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Kusonoki hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Nutnum lands two jabs, but Kusonoki avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Nutnum comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Kusonoki lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Nutnum connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Taking a few gulps of breath, Nutnum is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Nutnum stalks forward, pressuring Kusonoki.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Kusonoki hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Nutnum throws a one-two, but Kusonoki was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Kusonoki lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Nutnum hits a jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Kusonoki counters a leg kick with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Kusonoki uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Nutnum hits a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Nutnum comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Kusonoki hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) A jab hits home from Nutnum and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Kusonoki doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Nutnum doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) It looks like Nutnum has been cut across the forehead by a strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Nutnum lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Kusonoki lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Nutnum moves in on Kusonoki, preparing to throw.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Kusonoki appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Nutnum took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Nutnum throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Kusonoki defends them well.

(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 Nutnum 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Nutnum is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Nutnum comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Kusonoki hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Nutnum feints one way and then the other, throwing Kusonoki off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Nutnum doesn't land any of the three strikes he threw at Kusonoki.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) Nutnum misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) A few deep breaths betray that Nutnum is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Nutnum comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Kusonoki hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Nutnum fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) Kusonoki is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. Nutnum hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Moving forward constantly, Nutnum is pressuring Kusonoki.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Kusonoki hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Nutnum lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Nutnum comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Kusonoki hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) A jab lands from Nutnum but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Nutnum, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Kusonoki is trying to muscle Nutnum up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Nutnum ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Breathing very hard, Nutnum is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Nutnum is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Nutnum is trapped against the cage and Kusonoki hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) A strike has re-opened the noticeable gash above the hairline of Nutnum.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Kusonoki smothers Nutnum against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) Nutnum is trapped against the cage and Kusonoki punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) Kusonoki pins Nutnum up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Nutnum counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) 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) That round goes to Kusonoki, 10-9 on my card.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Nutnum is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Nutnum hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Kusonoki lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Nutnum misses with a big right hand, allowing Kusonoki to counter with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) For the first time, Kusonoki is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Nutnum connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Kusonoki uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Nutnum is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Kusonoki lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) Nutnum pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) Kusonoki doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) Nutnum doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Nutnum misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Nutnum looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Kusonoki connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Nutnum scores with a jab but fails to land a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Seeing that Nutnum looks shattered, Kusonoki easily pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Using his wrestling skills, Kusonoki is trying to push Nutnum up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) He does so and now has Nutnum pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Kusonoki hits Nutnum, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Nutnum is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) Nutnum gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Kusonoki smothers Nutnum against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Kusonoki drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Nutnum takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Kusonoki pins Nutnum up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Nutnum is trapped against the cage and Kusonoki hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 00:16) Nutnum is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Kusonoki catches Nutnum with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Nutnum 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 - 04:54) Nutnum attacks with strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Kusonoki hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) A jab lands from Nutnum but Kusonoki avoids a big right.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Kusonoki uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Nutnum as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Kusonoki is looking to muscle Nutnum back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Kusonoki does it, Nutnum is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Kusonoki hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) Kusonoki attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Nutnum to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) An excellent outside leg trip sees Nutnum get thrown to the mat!

(Rd 5 - 04:00) Nutnum gives up his back off the takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Kusonoki tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Nutnum stops Kusonoki from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Nutnum tries a roll, but doesn't budge Kusonoki.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) Kusonoki tries to finish Nutnum off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) Nutnum doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Kusonoki looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Kusonoki blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Nutnum looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Kusonoki increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Kusonoki, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Kusonoki flattens Nutnum out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 5 - 01:29) The winner, by submission; Norihide Kusonoki!

 

 

Official Result: Norihide Kusonoki defeats Teeratep 'Crazy Monkey' Nutnum (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:31 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Norihide Kusonoki name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He takes the microphone and calls out Rupert Lennox again, repeating that "He won't fight me because he knows I'll win".

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Blonde Bomber" Nicholas Bretton (15-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Mont-Laurier, Quebec, Favorite: -930) vs. "Sweet" Sammy Newton (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Corpus Christi, Texas, Underdog: +740)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Blonde Bomber' Nicholas Bretton facing 'Sweet' Sammy Newton.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Bretton shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Newton is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Bretton looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Newton starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) The scramble leaves Newton on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Bretton attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) He passes guard, but Newton was ready and immediately starts to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) The scramble sees Bretton up first, and he is quick to grab a waist lock on Newton, gaining back control.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Grappling from behind, Bretton attempts to pick Newton up and force him down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Bretton gets the takedown with apparent ease, Newton could do nothing to stop it.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Bretton is on top of a turtled up Newton.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Newton gets quickly back to his feet, although Bretton does get back control.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) With Newton stuck against the cage, Bretton tries to complete a takedown from behind.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Bretton gets the takedown with apparent ease, Newton could do nothing to stop it.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Newton can do nothing to stop Bretton getting side control off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Bretton punches down at Newton, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Bretton tries to ensnare Newton in an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Newton stops Bretton from applying it.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Bretton tries to ensnare Newton in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Bretton gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Newton has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:06) The winner, by submission; Nicholas Bretton!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Blonde Bomber' Nicholas Bretton defeats 'Sweet' Sammy Newton (Submission (Kimura) in 3:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Nicholas Bretton gives a name-check to everyone at Bear Pit, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Sharpshooter" Georges Nouri (14-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Athens, Greece, Favorite: -1200) vs. Matt "The Blitz" Horowitz (7-3, 1-0 CTC, From: San Antonio, Texas, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Sharpshooter' Georges Nouri faces Matt 'The Blitz' Horowitz.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Nouri deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Nouri shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) A big double leg takedown drives Horowitz off his feet and backward!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Horowitz ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Nouri, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Nouri tries to put Horowitz into a guillotine choke.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) The guillotine choke is locked in, deep enough that Horowitz has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Georges Nouri takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Sharpshooter' Georges Nouri defeats Matt 'The Blitz' Horowitz (Submission (Guillotine) in 0:45 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Georges Nouri name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Mr. Intensity" Bruce Steven (20-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Port Chartier, Quebec, Favorite: -1170) vs. Muhammad Hamzah (20-13, 1-0 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Underdog: +930)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven going head to head with Muhammad Hamzah.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Alan Allen.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Steven moves in on Hamzah, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Steven connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Steven moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) It looked like we were about to see Hamzah try and get some grappling started, but Steven was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) A jab hits home from Steven and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Covering up, Hamzah backs off on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Steven goes under the guard and floors Hamzah with a right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Steven quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Hamzah!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Steven starts unloading with massive rights and Hamzah is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Bruce Steven takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven defeats Muhammad Hamzah (TKO (Strikes) in 1:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bruce Steven praises his team at Montreal Fight Sciences, 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 LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Branco (19-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -990) vs. Pentti "Finnish Vampire" Rovanpera (8-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Espoo, Finland, Underdog: +790)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Branco taking on Pentti 'Finnish Vampire' Rovanpera.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Rovanpera misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a leg kick that misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Branco steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Rovanpera lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) A nice feint from Branco causes Rovanpera to become open.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Branco connects with a nice jab and then he catches Rovanpera with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Branco moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Rovanpera into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Branco moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Branco lands a left hand and then he catches Rovanpera with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Branco comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Rovanpera lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Branco fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Rovanpera with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Moving forward constantly, Branco is pressuring Rovanpera.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Rovanpera throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) A jab lands from Branco but Rovanpera then dodges the spin kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Branco comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Rovanpera throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Branco lands a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Branco tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Branco bobs and weaves, making two punches miss.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Branco comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Rovanpera throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Branco fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Rovanpera with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Rovanpera wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Moving quickly, Branco comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Branco is too slow and Rovanpera gets back to his feet.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Rovanpera falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Rovanpera misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Branco attacks with a right head kick.

(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 Branco.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Branco 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 Rovanpera from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Branco initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Rovanpera manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Branco lands a left jab but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Rovanpera slips past a right hook and counters with a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Branco tries a leg kick but misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Branco bobs and weaves, making two punches miss.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Branco steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Branco moves into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Branco lands a jab and then he lands a sick right head kick!

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Rovanpera goes down hard, he's out!

(Rd 2 - 03:14) The winner, by knock out; Branco!

 

 

Official Result: Branco defeats Pentti 'Finnish Vampire' Rovanpera (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:46 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Branco praises his team at Brazilian Estrela Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He praises Rovanpera for a tough fight. There's no doubt that Branco benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Atep of Indonesia (14-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Java, Indonesia, Favorite: -1180) vs. Adam "The Anarchist" McLeish (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +940)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Atep of Indonesia takes on Adam 'The Anarchist' McLeish.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Alan Allen, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) McLeish doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) A quick flurry of five punches from Atep sees all of them hit home and then hits McLeish with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Atep fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a spin kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Atep can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits McLeish with a high left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Atep closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Atep lands a jab and then catches McLeish with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Atep looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Atep lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) McLeish was rocked by that last shot! He backs away until up against the cage, covering up, but looks very unsteady!

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Atep smashes McLeish with a big left hand through the guard! McLeish can do nothing but try and cover up!

(Rd 1 - 03:17) A brutal left hand lands! McLeish slumps against the cage for a second, then collapses to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Atep starts pounding away on McLeish, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Atep pounds away on McLeish, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Referee Harry A. Bierce pulls Atep away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:57) The winner, by TKO, is Atep of Indonesia!

 

 

Official Result: Atep of Indonesia defeats Adam 'The Anarchist' McLeish (TKO (Strikes) in 2:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Atep of Indonesia praises his team at Dojo of Zui Quan, 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. A charismatic talker with the looks to match, Atep of Indonesia has real star power.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Hillbilly Hammer" Luke Hilton (12-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, Alberta, Favorite: -980) vs. Shusui Ikoma (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +780)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Luke Hilton takes on Shusui Ikoma in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Hilton aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Ikoma lands a jab and then catches Hilton with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Ikoma slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Ikoma misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Hilton lands a nice right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Ikoma dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a body kick that fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Hilton hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Ikoma hits a jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Hilton lands a one-two. Ikoma finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Hilton hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Ikoma hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Hilton counters a right hand with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Ikoma steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Hilton fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Ikoma throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Hilton avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Ikoma hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Hilton scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Ikoma 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Ikoma 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) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Ikoma misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Hilton comes in with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Ikoma is off target with a left jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Hilton lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Ikoma comes forward, walking down Hilton.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Hilton hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Ikoma hits a left jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Hilton uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) A flurry of five punches from Ikoma see three of them land but Hilton avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Hilton lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Ikoma can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Ikoma stalks forward, pressuring Hilton.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Hilton hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Stepping in, Ikoma throws five quick punches, two of which land, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Hilton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ikoma to attack with a jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Ikoma comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Hilton hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Ikoma connects with a nice jab and then he hits Hilton with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Limping slightly, Hilton is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(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 Ikoma.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Ikoma.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 05:00) Hilton limps slightly as he circles.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Ikoma slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Ikoma is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Ikoma looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Two left hands land from Ikoma, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Hilton misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Ikoma attacks with five quick punches and lands two of them and then hits a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Limping slightly, Hilton is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Ikoma uses a left jab and also scores with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Hilton throws three quick punches and lands one of them and then nails a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Ikoma slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Hilton scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Ikoma lands three of a flurry of quick punches but only finds gloves with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Ikoma lands three of four quick punches but doesn't reach with a hook to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Hilton is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Ikoma staggers backward into the cage and covers up, I think he's hurt!

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Hilton punishes Ikoma with a straight right!

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Hilton throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Ikoma, but he is just able to dodge it.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Ikoma circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Hilton slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand to the body that is too short.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) Hilton is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Ikoma lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Hilton hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Hilton may have been aiming to get in close, but Ikoma aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Ikoma throws a two-punch combo but Hilton avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Hilton lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Ikoma hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:18) Ikoma can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Hilton is able to grab Ikoma.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Using his wrestling skills, Hilton is trying to push Ikoma up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Ikoma ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Ikoma just about edged it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Hilton 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) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Hilton finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Ikoma connects with a quick head kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) That last strike may have hurt Hilton, he is backing away but looks punch-drunk!

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Ikoma hits a right hand, but it lacked the power to put Hilton down.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Ikoma 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 - 04:14) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) Ikoma can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Hilton with a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Hilton seizes the chance and grabs Ikoma into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Ikoma gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Hilton uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Ikoma as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) Ikoma gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Hilton uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Hilton is looking to muscle Ikoma back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Hilton achieves it, pinning Ikoma to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Hilton hits Ikoma, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:31) Hilton looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:31) Hilton gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 4 - 02:19) In side control, Hilton catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Ikoma tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Hilton throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Hilton fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Ikoma tries to move to guard, but Hilton doesn't allow it.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Hilton looks to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Ikoma keeps Hilton at side control, not letting the mount happen.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Ikoma tries to pull guard on Hilton 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'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Hilton.

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

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Ikoma hits a left hand, but Hilton avoids a big right.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Ikoma is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Hilton counters a leg kick with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Ikoma scores with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Hilton finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Hilton is trying to muscle Ikoma up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Ikoma ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Ikoma is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Hilton pins Ikoma up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Hilton smothers Ikoma against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Hilton drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Ikoma cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Hilton fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) Ikoma tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Hilton doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) Hilton looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) Ikoma tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 00:32) Ikoma scrambles to his feet, but Hilton immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Ikoma gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) Hilton ducks down and grabs a leg. Ikoma remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) Hilton cannot get a takedown though, Ikoma blocked it and manages to pull him back into a clinch 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) I have to give that round to Hilton, but only a 10-9.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse has given 48-47 to Ikoma.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers scores the contest as 49-46 to Hilton.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has scored it 48-47 Hilton.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Luke Hilton!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Luke Hilton defeats Shusui Ikoma (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Luke Hilton thanks everyone connected to Impact MMA 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. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Brandon "Sugar Rush" Sugar (29-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Indianapolis, Indiana, Favorite: -1160) vs. Shuji Oshiro (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +920)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Brandon 'Sugar Rush' Sugar goes up against Shuji Oshiro in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Alan Allen.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Sugar comes forward, walking down Oshiro.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Oshiro hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Sugar fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Oshiro with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Sugar comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Oshiro throws a counter right but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Sugar feints one way, throwing Oshiro off balance, then steps to the other side.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Sugar connects with a nice jab and then he hits Oshiro with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Sugar hits a left jab and then catches Oshiro with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Sugar slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Sugar initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Oshiro hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Sugar feints to one side, causing Oshiro to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Showing good hand speed, Sugar lands four out of a flurry of four punches and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Sugar comes forward, walking down Oshiro.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Sugar steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Sugar lands a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Sugar attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Oshiro fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) A successful feint leaves Oshiro vulnerable.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Sugar lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Moving forward constantly, Sugar is pressuring Oshiro.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Oshiro hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Sugar lands a left jab but Oshiro dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Moving forward constantly, Sugar is pressuring Oshiro.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Oshiro fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Sugar can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Oshiro with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Oshiro clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Sugar throws a two-punch combo but Oshiro avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Oshiro seizes the chance and grabs Sugar into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Oshiro looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) An outside leg trip sweeps Sugar down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Oshiro keeps very tight to Sugar and peppers him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Grabbing an arm, Sugar attempts to lock on a triangle choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Oshiro blocks the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Oshiro tries to smother Sugar, but he squirms free.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

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

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Oshiro misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sugar comes in with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Oshiro hits a right jab but doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Sugar hits four out of a flurry of five punches but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Sugar dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Oshiro scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Sugar hits a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Sugar counters a left hand with a few quick jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Sugar moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Oshiro looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sugar simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Sugar can't connect with a jab, but then catches Oshiro with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Oshiro misses a left hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Sugar connects with a nice jab and then catches Oshiro with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Sugar is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Sugar lands a jab and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Sugar misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Oshiro finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Oshiro hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Sugar hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Oshiro misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sugar to attack with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Sugar dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Oshiro misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sugar attacks with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) It looked like we were about to see Oshiro try and get some grappling started, but Sugar was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) A jab hits home from Sugar and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) A jab lands from Sugar, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Sugar took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Sugar up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:46) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 03:45) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

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

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Sugar slips past a left hook and counters with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Sugar lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) Sugar slips past a left hook and counters with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) There's no question that Oshiro is getting badly outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 02:15) Sugar is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Oshiro misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sugar to attack with a left jab and a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Sugar connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) A successful feint leaves Oshiro vulnerable.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) Oshiro misses a left hook and gets countered with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Taking a few gulps of breath, Oshiro is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) Oshiro hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) Sugar lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Oshiro falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Oshiro misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sugar attacks with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Sugar can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(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 Sugar, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 30-27 to Sugar.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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

(Rd 4 - 04:54) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Sugar counters a left hand with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Sugar looks very tired out there.

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

(Rd 4 - 04:04) Oshiro misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sugar comes in with a quick left jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Sugar opens Oshiro up with a feint.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Oshiro misses a left hook and gets countered with a nice right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Oshiro misses with a right jab but scores with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Sugar lands a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Sugar connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) Sugar connects with a nice jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Oshiro falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Oshiro misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sugar comes in with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Sugar, looking shattered, can't stop Oshiro pulling him into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Oshiro is trying to muscle Sugar up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Oshiro achieves it, pinning Sugar to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) Oshiro hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Oshiro looks to sweep a leg out from under Sugar so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) An outside leg trip sweeps Sugar down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling half guard!

(Rd 4 - 01:57) Oshiro throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Oshiro blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) Oshiro fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Oshiro blocks Sugar as he tries a sweep from half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Oshiro fires off some lefts, but Sugar isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Oshiro blocks Sugar as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Oshiro tries to pound on Sugar, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

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

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That's Sugar up 40-36 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Round five begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Sugar can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Sugar looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Oshiro misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Oshiro is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Oshiro attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Sugar on the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) An excellent outside leg trip sees Sugar get thrown to the mat and Oshiro has no problem getting side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:37) Oshiro throws a few left hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Oshiro throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Oshiro throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Oshiro blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Oshiro throws a few left hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:56) Oshiro blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) In side control, Oshiro begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) Sugar desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) The scramble results in Oshiro turtled with Sugar on his back.

(Rd 5 - 01:15) Sugar pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 00:56) Sugar is too slow to stop Oshiro starting to scramble.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) Oshiro ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Sugar pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Oshiro takes the opportunity to transition from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Round five is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Sugar, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Oshiro is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 6

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(Rd 6 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number six begins!

(Rd 6 - 04:47) Sugar hits a left jab and then hits Oshiro with a straight right.

(Rd 6 - 04:29) Sugar closes in on Oshiro, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 6 - 04:29) A punch from Sugar fails to land.

(Rd 6 - 04:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 6 - 04:16) Sugar counters a left hand with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 6 - 04:03) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 6 - 04:03) Oshiro looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 6 - 04:03) An excellent outside leg trip sees Sugar get thrown to the mat!

(Rd 6 - 04:03) Sugar gives up his back.

(Rd 6 - 03:33) Oshiro is breathing very hard.

(Rd 6 - 03:33) Oshiro seems to be moving slowly toward a finish as he applies a very tight body triangle.

(Rd 6 - 03:15) Oshiro attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having the body triangle locked on tight.

(Rd 6 - 03:15) Sugar stops Oshiro from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 6 - 02:40) Sugar manages to turn over and squirm free of the body triangle, but that allows Oshiro to get to mount with ease.

(Rd 6 - 02:24) Sugar looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 6 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 6 - 02:24) Oshiro tries to pound on Sugar, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 6 - 02:05) Sugar tries to sweep Oshiro out of mount but can't do it.

(Rd 6 - 01:47) Oshiro pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 6 - 01:32) Sugar tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount but gets rolled and Oshiro has his back!

(Rd 6 - 01:10) Sugar is in huge trouble now, as Oshiro successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 6 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 6 - 00:59) Oshiro attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 6 - 00:59) Sugar defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 6 - 00:23) Oshiro maintains his hooks, despite Sugar trying to break them.

(Rd 6 - 00:08) With both hooks in, Oshiro tries to flatten Sugar out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 6 - 00:08) Sugar doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(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 Oshiro.

(Rd 6 - 00:00) Oshiro needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

 

 

Round 7

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(Rd 7 - 05:00) Round seven begins!

(Rd 7 - 04:45) Sugar comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 7 - 04:45) Sugar can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 7 - 04:36) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 7 - 04:36) Oshiro misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sugar to attack with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 7 - 04:27) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 7 - 04:27) Oshiro looks to sweep a leg out from under Sugar so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 7 - 04:27) An outside leg trip sweeps Sugar down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 7 - 04:15) Oshiro begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 7 - 04:15) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 7 - 04:00) The scramble sees Oshiro up first, and he is quick to wrestle Sugar up against the cage.

(Rd 7 - 03:46) Oshiro attempts a trip to put Sugar on the ground.

(Rd 7 - 03:46) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Sugar to the mat where he pulls guard!

(Rd 7 - 03:31) Oshiro smothers Sugar with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 7 - 02:57) Oshiro starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 7 - 02:57) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 7 - 02:10) Oshiro pounds away, but Sugar isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 7 - 01:58) Sugar tries to sweep Oshiro but can't do it.

(Rd 7 - 01:28) Oshiro fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 7 - 01:07) Sugar tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Oshiro doesn't allow it.

(Rd 7 - 00:50) Oshiro fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 7 - 00:29) Sugar tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Oshiro doesn't allow it.

(Rd 7 - 00:16) Oshiro fires away with punches, but Sugar doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) Oshiro looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) The time runs out on round seven.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Oshiro.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) Oshiro needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion.

 

 

 

 

Round 8

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(Rd 8 - 05:00) Round eight begins!

(Rd 8 - 04:55) Sugar comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 8 - 04:55) It looked like we were about to see Oshiro try and get some grappling started, but Sugar was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 8 - 04:55) Sugar can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Oshiro with a straight right.

(Rd 8 - 04:30) Sugar steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 8 - 04:30) Oshiro had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 8 - 04:30) Sugar lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 8 - 04:06) Sugar can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 8 - 03:48) It looked like we were about to see Oshiro try and get some grappling started, but Sugar was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 8 - 03:48) Sugar can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Oshiro with a right hook.

(Rd 8 - 03:30) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 8 - 03:11) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 8 - 02:56) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 8 - 02:56) Oshiro looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 8 - 02:56) Sugar is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull guard!

(Rd 8 - 02:42) Oshiro begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 8 - 02:42) Oshiro passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Sugar starts scrambling.

(Rd 8 - 02:31) As the scramble begins, Oshiro sees that Sugar has left a leg in, and quickly tries to seize it.

(Rd 8 - 02:31) Missing the leg, Oshiro ends up on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 8 - 02:31) That was a big error from Oshiro, going for the leg has ended up handing the advantage to his opponent.

(Rd 8 - 02:08) In half guard, Sugar throws a couple of punches designed to keep Oshiro guessing.

(Rd 8 - 01:51) Oshiro moves so that Sugar is now in full guard, not half guard.

(Rd 8 - 01:32) Sugar punches down at Oshiro, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 8 - 01:10) Sugar doesn't let Oshiro pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 8 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 8 - 01:00) Sugar throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 8 - 00:41) Sugar looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 8 - 00:41) He can't find a way past the guard.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round eight.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Oshiro, 10-9.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Oshiro winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 9

Quote

 

(Rd 9 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 9 - 04:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 9 - 04:46) Sugar slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 9 - 04:37) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 9 - 04:37) Oshiro is looking to muscle Sugar back against the cage.

(Rd 9 - 04:37) Oshiro doesn't manage it though, Sugar defended it well.

(Rd 9 - 04:20) Oshiro looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 9 - 04:20) An outside leg trip sweeps Sugar down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 9 - 04:04) Oshiro pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 9 - 03:48) Sugar tries to ensnare Oshiro in a triangle.

(Rd 9 - 03:48) Oshiro doesn't let Sugar get it.

(Rd 9 - 03:16) Oshiro pounds away, but Sugar calmly deals with them.

(Rd 9 - 02:58) Sugar grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Oshiro into a triangle choke.

(Rd 9 - 02:58) Oshiro pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in.

(Rd 9 - 02:36) Time slips away as Oshiro successfully keeps Sugar stuck against the ground.

(Rd 9 - 02:03) Oshiro unloads with some left hands, but Sugar deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 9 - 01:51) The gas tank looks empty on Oshiro.

(Rd 9 - 01:51) Sugar smothers Oshiro with close control, stopping him from posturing up.

(Rd 9 - 01:28) Oshiro lies on top of Sugar, basically smothering him.

(Rd 9 - 01:03) Oshiro looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 9 - 01:03) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.

(Rd 9 - 00:17) Oshiro tries to pound on Sugar, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 9 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

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

(Rd 9 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 9 - 00:00) Edward Wilde: 86-85 Oshiro.

(Rd 9 - 00:00) Marianne Froth has scored it 86-85 Sugar.

(Rd 9 - 00:00) Alan Allen: 87-84 Sugar.

(Rd 9 - 00:00) Brandon 'Sugar Rush' Sugar is the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Brandon 'Sugar Rush' Sugar defeats Shuji Oshiro (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 9). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Brandon Sugar thanks everyone connected to Halvorsen's for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Brandon Sugar celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

Attendance: 239

Gate Reciepts: $18,929

Sponsorship: $21,795

Ad Revenue: $398,100

Merchandise: $4,048

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $151,543)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Brandon Sugar             $19,040      Shuji Oshiro             $135
Luke Hilton               $17,000      Shusui Ikoma             $2,090
Atep of Indonesia         $17,650      Adam McLeish             $11,350      FotN: Both: $10,000
Branco                    $9,355       Pentti Rovanpera         $1,598       KotN: Branco: $5,000
Bruce Steven              $5,440       Muhammad Hamzah          $1,598
Georges Nouri             $14,009      Matt Horowitz            $1,598       SotN: Nouri: $5,000
                                                                             Perf: Nouri: $5,000
Nicholas Bretton          $4,009       Sammy Newton             $1,722
Norihide Kusonoki         $2,440       Teeratep Nutnum          $2,952
H.M. Menzel               $3,834       Kazuya Chano             $1,598
Fujimaro Hidaka           $3,658       Chad Zoff                $1,968
Ren Akai                  $3,537       Darren Southall          $2,460
Gregory O'Hara            $3,998       Nate Marx                $1,128
Lubos Plasil              $3,382       Alain Saul               $1,435
Patrik Pedersen           $2,460       Timmy Dukes              $1,640
Glen Siemaszko            $3,382       Delma de Brito           $1,435
Irving Braun              $2,306       Morihiro Kiski           $1,332

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $20,505

 

Profit: $252,808

 

Critical Rating: 73%

Commercial Rating: 59%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +2.5%             79.0% (High Level Regional)
USA                 +3.6%             80.5% (High Level Regional)
UK                  +0.9%             72.6% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.3%             41.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia          Unchanged          60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +1.2%             53.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +2.2%             44.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +1.3%             40.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +2.2%             45.8% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +3.2%             52.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +3.6%             42.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.5%             19.4% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- The drug test results for Canadian Tournament Combat 24 have come back, and all fighters tested clean.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Shuji Oshiro, Shusui Ikoma, Adam McLeish, Pentti Rovanpera, Muhammad Hamzah, Matt Horowitz, Sammy Newton, Teeratep Nutnum, Kazuya Chano, Darren Southall, Nate Marx, Alain Saul, Timmy Dukes, Delma de Brito, and Morihiro Kiski.

- The services of Chad Zoff have been retained per Canadian fighter rules.

- CTC Middleweight fighter Davis Spyrou has joined Bulldog Gym to train for his next fight. Apparently this will not be a long-term association, he just wants to freshen up his training methods.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

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Friday, Week 1, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Heikichi Shimizu (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Favorite: -890) vs. Julian Beals (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Underdog: +710)

Heikichi Shimizu is considered a living legend in Judo circles, a born martial artist who perfected his chosen art. He came to MMA late in life, making his debut after he had turned 30, but with a lifetimes worth of elite level Judo skills at his disposal he is an extremely dangerous competitor despite his lack of experience. He won by second round submission over Geraint O'Connell in the First Round. Julian Beals is a rising star from Albuquerque, who has a background in submission wrestling and is a dangerous opponent on the ground. He made a good start with XCC, going 1-1, defeating the vastly more experienced Jackson Gray, and being thoroughly defeated by one of the best in the division in Darren Southall. He won by first round knock out over Braxton Pryce in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tarcisio Dantas vs. Masato Wai in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jake "The Natural Talent" Keane (27-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1200) vs. Nathan Wyles (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #127, Underdog: +950)

Jake Keane for years was perhaps the most bafflingly under-rated fighter in MMA, overlooked by most critics despite dominating the Lightweight scene in the UK and Europe. In February 2000, having scythed through every credible challenger as BCF Lightweight champion, he finally got the chance to recognition when GAMMA signed him. Appearing totally at ease on a global stage, he tore through the division and won the Lightweight title, making it clear that he was one of the best 155ers on the planet. In his last fight he won a Unanimous Decision over Brandon Sugar to win the GAMMA Lightweight title. Nathan Wyles is always in great condition and ready to rumble, a Londoner who is considered one of the best Muay Thai fighters in the country. His vicious kicks and knees are his main weapons, and he is definately someone who is going to have a lot of highlight reel knockouts over the course of his career. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Shinji Oiwa in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Paulo Roberto Bezerra vs. Harald Hubner in the Third Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Helio (19-1-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1010) vs. "Rubber Man" Perry Madison (4-0-1, 1-0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Underdog: +800)

Helio is one of the most vicious and feared strikers in MMA, a world calibre Muay Thai fighter who has perhaps the most destructive leg kicks of anybody in the sport. A favorite with fans due to his brutal and high intensity assaults, he has the potential to be one of the all-time great Lightweight competitors. A regular with FLB, and their final Lightweight champion, he moved to GAMMA after they went out of business, where he debuted with a Unanimous Decision victory over Bruce Steven. Perry Madison is a young Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist, called "Rubber Man" due to his extensive use of rubber guard during his MMA fights. It took him two fights to get through the First Round, fighting to a Majority Draw with Tadashi Kimura at CTC 6, but coming back with a third round submission victory over Kimura in the rematch. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Mozart Pinto vs. Sid Morgan in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Truck Man" Truck Gleeson (26-7-1NC, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -1100) vs. Sammi "Wolf Man" Chan (5-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #114, Underdog: +870)

Truck Gleeson, Tennessee's own, is a veteran tough-as-nails kick boxing competitor who has a dangerous striking game built around his natural fight stopping power. One of the biggest fighters to regularly compete at Lightweight, his awful ground game is the only thing really holding him back. He is a former contender for the GAMMA Lightweight title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Nicholas Bretton in GAMMA. Sammi Chan is a wrestler from China. Although he has heavy hands, his boxing skills are poor and he rarely hits his swings, so instead his focus is on using his wrestling ability and takedowns, often setting up for some ground and pound or submission attempts. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Solomon Salas in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tim Oldacres vs. Jeremy Sproule in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Mr. T" Tim Oldacres (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Doctor of Style" Jeremy Sproule (8-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +950)

Tim Oldacres was originally a kick boxer, who spent a year cross-training in various disciplines in order to build up his overall MMA game. Known for his very powerful hands, he impressed on the local circuit before joining BCF in 1999. Since joining the company, he tore through the lower ranks of the Lightweight division, knocking out and submitting everyone put in front of him. He won by 30 second knock out over Laerte Portinari in the First Round. Jeremy Sproule is an energetic striker who is an elusive target, using his footwork and bobbing and weaving style to avoid getting hit. He has a tendency to be overwhelmed by opponents who have the grappling or ground skills to nullify his speed though. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Roy Lynch in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Truck Gleeson vs. Sammi Chan in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Seth "Submission King" O'Breen (17-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -1200) vs. Avery "Red" Gleason (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #111, Underdog: +950)

Seth O'Breen is a tough-as-nails Irish fighter, who is one of the top Lightweights in the world. His primary threat is from submissions, especially his wide variety of leglocks, but people often overlook his solid boxing and tricky grappling. A former BCF Lightweight champion, O'Breen signed with GAMMA while still champion but suffered the embarrasment of losing his last fight in BCF before leaving, getting outfought by Doug Hansen. His luck failed to change on his GAMMA debut, being submitted inside two minutes by Benny Danare. He won by first round submission over Egidijus Fomenka in the First Round. Avery Gleason is a Chicago native, and an up-and-coming Lightweight fighter from a Muay Thai background. Destructive from the Muay Thai plum, he also has a nice variety of kicks at his disposal. After impressing on the local scene Gleason joined XCC in April 2001, only to endure a terrible start when he lost both his first two fights in controversial fashion, but he bounced back to win a Unanimous Decision over Helvecio Babenco in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Shiko Taka vs. Pip Londress in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Doug "The Nightmare" Hansen (20-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -1200) vs. Steven "The Riddle" Wu (3-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +950)

Doug Hansen, although he looks and talks trash like a street punk, is actually a fairly high level judoka who possesses outstanding grappling technique. A master of the guillotine choke, he can be a real handful on his day. After spending most of his career as a small-ish Welterweight in BCF, he dropped to 155 lbs after his shot at winning the title saw him get beaten by Will Kane. The decision proved to be a good one, as he went on to score a massive upset win over Seth O'Breen to become BCF Lightweight champion. He is coming off his first successful defence of that title, a fourth round submission victory over Gordon Idle. Steven Wu is the product of two cultures, and splits time between his mother's homeland of Singapore (where he was born) and his father's native country, the United States (where he does the majority of his training). A Karate black belt, Wu has been immersed in martial arts since he was a small child and his fighting style is a reflection of the varied and eclectic types that he has studied. He won a Unanimous Decision over Cullen Skink in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of George Astaire vs. Adenor Togni in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Edson Edmilson (26-12-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Underdog: +100) vs. Manoel "Colagem" Cabral (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #151, Favorite: -130)

Edson Edmilson is a veteran of the sport, and a rock solid BJJ artist who was a mainstay for FLB for it's entire run. A former two-time contender for FLB's Lightweight title, his career highlight was undoubtedly in May 2001 when, despite being in his late 30's and clearly massively overmatched, he managed to take the young rising star Helio to a draw in a title bout. He won by second round submission over Jeffrey Foxworthy in the First Round. Manoel Cabral is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, who is a huge threat to anybody in the world on the ground. His striking is technically decent, albeit erratic, but lacks the power that would cause people to show it respect. He won by fourth round submission over Warren Kitt in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yaichiro Munakata vs. Cesar Granda in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Tarcisio Dantas (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Favorite: -590) vs. Masato "Heart" Wai (7-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Underdog: +470)

Tarcisio Dantas is a rising star in MMA, who is a thickly built powerhouse fighter who likes to smother opponents with strength and wrestling ability before taking them down and battering them with punches and elbows. Naturally a Welterweight, he seems to prefer fighting at Lightweight where his power advantage is amplified against smaller men. He won by third round TKO over Shawn McCarthy in the First Round. Masato Wai is a hot prospect from Japan, who is a former amateur wrestler who is now looking to become a star in MMA. His wrestling is his main weapon, especially his excellent scrambling, and he is slowly developing his striking and submission skills to go along with it. He won a Split Decision over Rodrigo Vieira in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Heikichi Shimizu vs. Julian Beals in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Mozart Pinto (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #199, Favorite: -110) vs. Sid "The Misfit" Morgan (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +100)

Mozart Pinto is an experienced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor, who is at his best when he can grapple with his opponent on the ground and work his submission game. He isn't bad standing up, but his strikes are mainly used to set up takedowns or to get his opponents off balance rather than containing any sort of fight ending threat. He won by third round TKO over Dom Yorke in the First Round. Sid Morgan is difficult to forget with his distinctive look, and aims to make his MMA career just as memorable. A self-taught submission specialist, he is quite dangerous on the ground but currently lacks an edge when standing. He won by first round submission over Quintino Setubal in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Helio vs. Perry Madison in the Third Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Sinali "Sho Sho" Shomen (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #218, Favorite: -450) vs. Duane "The Weather Man" Weatherly (18-11, 0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Underdog: +350)

Sinali Shomen is a student of Jiu-Jitsu, who is a dangerous opponent on the ground when he can threaten with submissions, particularly his armbars, but is nowhere near as much of a threat standing. He won by fifth round submission over Anderson Desailly in the First Round. Duane Weatherly is a veteran Canadian competitor, who is a good kick boxer who can cause a lot of problems on his feet. His big weakness has always been his ground game though, and while he has improved it over the course of his career, he is still vulnerable to anyone with any degree of competence in submission fighting. He lost by second round TKO to Folke Dalen in the First Round, but re-entered the bracket as a replacement for Min-Soo Sik, who failed a drug test after his victory over Mikio Inouye in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kelv Bender vs. Erico Gil in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yaichiro Munakata (10-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Revolutionary" Cesar Granda (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #170, Underdog: +700)

Yaichiro Munakata is one of Japan's fastest rising talents, an all-around Lightweight competitor who doesn't really have any obvious weaknesses. After tearing through the local competition, ALPHA-1 signed him in 2001. He suffered his first pro defeat in his debut, but came back with an impressive submission win over Mikio Inouye in his second bout. He won a Unanimous Decision over Gaby Ayala in the First Round. Cesar Granda is a Peruvian kick boxer, who has hard kicks at his disposal, but curiously under developed punching. The rest of his MMA game is underwhelming, meaning that he relies on landing many big kicks to win fights. He is best known for his two year stint with FLB. He won by second round knock out over Taufik Wijaya in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Edson Edmilson vs. Manoel Cabral in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Serpent" Paulo Roberto Bezerra (13-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #194, Underdog: +100) vs. Harald "Hammer" Hubner (8-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Favorite: -110)

Paulo Roberto Bezerra is a Muay Thai fighter who first made a name for himself via several wins achieved by pulling guys into his clinch and destroying them with rapid-fire elbows and knees. His vulnerability to takedowns has subsequently exposed him as being a fundamentally flawed fighter, although he remains a dangerous opponent to face. He won by second round knock out over Xavi Castillejo in the First Round. Harald Hubner is a quality grappler who has worked carefully on developing a solid boxing game to go along with it. He is probably never going to challenge the elite as he simply isn't that skilled, but he is plenty good enough to be a dangerous opponent for everyone else. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Billy High in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jake Keane vs. Nathan Wyles in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: George "Full Force" Astaire (14-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Underdog: -130) vs. Adenor Togni (14-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #183, Favorite: -140)

George Astaire comes from a Judo background, and is a fiery competitor who likes to quickly get up close and personal with an opponent, from where he can use throws and trips to take his opponents to the ground and work submissions. His lack of stand-up is a big weakness though. A regular with BCF, generally speaking he is the definitive middle-of-the-pack fighter, he always tends to beat those he is expected to but lose to those higher in the rankings. He won by first round submission over Luis Furtado in the First Round. Adenor Togni is a solid Jiu-Jitsu fighter, who was a regular with FLB for many years but only managed a disappointing 1-4 record and was cut from the roster shortly before the company's collapse. He won by first round submission over Cyril Kamoze in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Doug Hansen vs. Steven Wu in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kelv Bender (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #231, Underdog: +640) vs. Erico "Nemesis" Gil (22-13, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #154, Favorite: -810)

Kelv Bender is a proud Texan, a former amateur boxer who started training for MMA in late 1999 and made his pro debut in early 2001. An excellent defensive counter-puncher, Bender is adept at using his quick hands and fast feet to confound his opponents. He won a surprise Split Decision victory over highly-ranked veteran Davi Carlos Ramos in the First Round. Erico Gil is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor, who likes to take opponents to the mat and work submissions. He rarely strikes, other than as a form of defence, and so is seen as something of a Jiu-Jitsu purist. He won a Unanimous Decision over Toson Ono in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sinali Shomen vs. Duane Weatherly in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Shiko Taka (10-7-1NC, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Even: -110) vs. Pip Londress (5-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Even: -110)

Shiko Taka is a long-time student of Jiu-Jitsu, and offers a sizable threat on the ground with his submissions and abilities when it comes to controlling opponents, but the rest of his MMA game is weak. He won by second round submission over Nicky Shapiro in the First Round. Pip Londress is a rising star of the Lightweight division from Manchester. A grappler, his M.O. is to overwhelm his opponents with constant high pressure grappling until they break. He won a Unanimous Decision over William Powell in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Seth O'Breen vs. Avery Gleason in the Third Round.

 

 

Weigh-In Results

Heikichi Shimizu (155 lbs) vs. Julian Beals (155 lbs)

Jake Keane (155 lbs) vs. Nathan Wyles (155 lbs)

Helio (155 lbs) vs. Perry Madison (155 lbs)

Truck Gleeson (155 lbs) vs. Sammi Chan (155 lbs)

Tim Oldacres (155 lbs) vs. Jeremy Sproule (155 lbs)

Seth O'Breen (155 lbs) vs. Avery Gleason (155 lbs)

Doug Hansen (155 lbs) vs. Steven Wu (155 lbs)

Edson Edmilson (155 lbs) vs. Manoel Cabral (155 lbs)

Tarcisio Dantas (155 lbs) vs. Masato Wai (155 lbs)

Mozart Pinto (155 lbs) vs. Sid Morgan (155 lbs)

Sinali Shomen (155 lbs) vs. Duane Weatherly (155 lbs)

Yaichiro Munakata (155 lbs) vs. Cesar Granda (155 lbs)

Paulo Roberto Bezerra (155 lbs) vs. Harald Hubner (155 lbs)

George Astaire (155 lbs) vs. Adenor Togni (155 lbs)

Kelv Bender (155 lbs) vs. Erico Gil (155 lbs)

Shiko Taka (155 lbs) vs. Pip Londress (155 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 27 Full Fight Card

LW: Heikichi Shimizu vs. Julian Beals

LW: Jake Keane vs. Nathan Wyles

LW: Helio vs. Perry Madison

LW: Truck Gleeson vs. Sammi Chan

LW: Tim Oldacres vs. Jeremy Sproule

LW: Seth O'Breen vs. Avery Gleason

LW: Doug Hansen vs. Steven Wu

LW: Edson Edmilson vs. Manoel Cabral

LW: Tarcisio Dantas vs. Masato Wai

LW: Mozart Pinto vs. Sid Morgan

 

LW: Sinali Shomen vs Duane Weatherly

LW: Yaichiro Munakata vs. Cesar Granda

LW: Paulo Roberto Bezerra vs. Harald Hubner

LW: George Astaire vs. Adenor Togni

LW: Kelv Bender vs. Erico Gil

LW: Shiko Taka vs. Pip Londress

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Friday, Week 1, June 2002

Live From Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Shiko Taka (10-7-1NC, 1-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Even: -110) vs. Pip Londress (5-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first fight of the night is Shiko Taka competing against Pip Londress.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Franklin Mencken, and Christina Shaw.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Taka looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Clinched with Londress, Taka looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Taka doesn't get it, Londress blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Clinched with Londress, Taka looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) The takedown is completed, Taka gets side control from it.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Taka begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Taka shows his ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Taka pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Taka maintains control, despite Londress trying to wriggle free.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Taka fires off some rights, but Londress isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Londress tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount but gets rolled and Taka has his back!

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Londress is in huge trouble now, as Taka successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) With both hooks in, Taka tries to flatten Londress out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Londress doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Taka keeps both hooks, despite Londress trying to pull them apart.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Taka pounds away, but Londress calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Londress attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Taka doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Taka tries to finish Londress off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Londress doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Taka tries to pound on Londress, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Londress struggles against Taka but cannot get himself free from the hooks.

(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 Taka.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Taka aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Taka tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) He trips Londress, sending him down!

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Londress gives up his back off the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Taka attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Londress fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Londress tries to move Taka off his back but can't.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Taka gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Taka attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Londress doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Taka keeps both hooks, despite Londress trying to pull them apart.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Taka pounds away, but Londress calmly deals with them.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Taka, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Taka flattens Londress out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Shiko Taka takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Shiko Taka defeats Pip Londress (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:49 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Shiko Taka 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'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Ahmed Mohamed Farag would be a particularly good contest.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kelv Bender (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Garland, Texas, Underdog: +640) vs. Erico "Nemesis" Gil (22-13, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -810)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Kelv Bender goes head to head with Erico 'Nemesis' Gil.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Stewart Morecambe, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Bender lands a left hand and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Bender can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Bender connects with a nice jab and then hits Gil with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Moving around, Gil is looking for an opening to shoot without exposing himself to a counter-strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Two jabs hit home from Bender and then he catches Gil with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Bender moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Gil hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Bender hits a left jab and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Bender lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) A jab hits home from Bender and then he catches Gil with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Blood is visible on Gil, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) A jab hits home from Bender and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Circling warily, Gil is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Bender can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Bender lands two left hands, but Gil evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Bender lands two left hands and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Bender throws a hook to the body, but Gil steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Bender lands two jabs and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Bender connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Bender 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, Gil 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 - 04:55) Bender can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) Gil comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) Gil has the takedown! Bender pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Gil throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Gil throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Gil looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Gil is too skilled for Bender, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Gil looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) He can't get the mount as Bender rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Gil attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Bender fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Bender tries to turn over.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) The turn is well executed, and Bender is able to twist around and get on top in guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Bender fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Bender peppers Gil with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) Gil attempts a triangle choke on Bender from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) Gil gets the triangle fully applied...and there's the tap out!

(Rd 2 - 00:16) The winner, by submission; Erico Gil!

 

 

Official Result: Erico 'Nemesis' Gil defeats Kelv Bender (Submission (Triangle) in 4:44 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Erico Gil thanks his sponsors and all of his fans.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

George "Full Force" Astaire (14-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Underdog: -130) vs. Adenor Togni (14-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -140)

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which George 'Full Force' Astaire battles Adenor Togni.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Franklin Mencken, Christina Shaw, and Stewart Morecambe.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Togni hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Togni fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Astaire with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Togni moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Astaire looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Togni simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Togni lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Togni hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) A jab lands from Togni, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Togni can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Astaire with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Togni moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Astaire, but Togni was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Togni can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) It looks like Astaire has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Togni throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Seizing the opportunity, Astaire clinches.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Astaire is trying to muscle Togni up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Astaire manages it and controls Togni up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Astaire shows his grappling ability by trapping Togni up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) The next thirty seconds sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Togni, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Astaire is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Astaire and Togni remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Astaire tries to maintain control, but Togni wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Astaire scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Togni can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Astaire with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) A jab hits home from Togni and then he catches Astaire with a right hook.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Astaire.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Togni hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Astaire may have been aiming to get in close, but Togni aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Togni can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Astaire with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Astaire lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Togni throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Togni is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Togni hits a couple of minor left hands, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) A jab is wide from Togni, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Togni connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Togni throws a two-punch combo but Astaire avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Seizing the opportunity, Astaire clinches.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Astaire attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Togni to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) The throw doesn't work, Togni blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Togni looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Astaire has no answer to a great trip!

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Togni takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Togni gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Togni tries to pound on Astaire, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) With both hooks in, Togni tries to flatten Astaire out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Astaire defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Togni maintains his hooks, despite Astaire trying to break them.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) With both hooks in, Togni tries to flatten Astaire out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Togni has Astaire flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 00:06) By submission, the winner is Adenor Togni!

 

 

Official Result: Adenor Togni defeats George 'Full Force' Astaire (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:54 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Adenor Togni thanks everyone connected to Combat Team Curitiba for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Serpent" Paulo Roberto Bezerra (13-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Underdog: +100) vs. Harald "Hammer" Hubner (8-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Bremen, Germany, Favorite: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Serpent' Paulo Roberto Bezerra squaring off with Harald 'Hammer' Hubner.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(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 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Moving forward constantly, Hubner is pressuring Bezerra.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Bezerra hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Hubner throws a one-two, but Bezerra was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Hubner misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Hubner comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Bezerra hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) A three-punch combo fails to trouble Bezerra.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Bezerra misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Hubner attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Bezerra hits a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Hubner scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Hubner doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Bezerra is off target with a left jab and also can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Bezerra connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Hubner lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Bezerra looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Bezerra hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Hubner lands two jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Hubner uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Bezerra hits a couple of jabs and also hits a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Bezerra misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Hubner attacks with a clean right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Hubner came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Bezerra.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Bezerra dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Hubner slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) The gash above the eye of Bezerra has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Bezerra hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Hubner lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Bezerra is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Hubner scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Hubner misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Bezerra attacks with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Bezerra slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Bezerra misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Hubner scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Bezerra is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Hubner finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. Bezerra lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) With Bezerra bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) The doctor checks the cut...and unfortunately signals that it's a deep one, and that the fight must be stopped!

(Rd 2 - 01:57) The winner, by TKO due to a cut, is Harald 'Hammer' Hubner!

 

 

Official Result: Harald 'Hammer' Hubner defeats 'The Serpent' Paulo Roberto Bezerra (TKO (Cut) in 3:03 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Harald Hubner name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he has a lot of respect for Paulo Roberto Bezerra and praises his toughness.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yaichiro Munakata (10-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Revolutionary" Cesar Granda (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Lima, Peru, Underdog: +700)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Yaichiro Munakata going head to head with 'The Revolutionary' Cesar Granda.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Christina Shaw, and Stewart Morecambe.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Munakata shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Munakata couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Granda hops in place on the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Unable to complete the takedown, Munakata instead pushes Granda up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Munakata drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) It's not pretty, but he forces Granda down to the ground and ends up holding him in a turtled up position.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Munakata looks to hit a knee strike, but Granda is back up too quickly.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Munakata scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Granda throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Munakata shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Munakata gets hold of a leg but Granda remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) With Granda not going down, Munakata settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Munakata keeps Granda up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Munakata tries to take Granda down.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Granda cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Munakata throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Munakata is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Granda keeps Munakata in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Munakata pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Munakata starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Granda keeps Munakata in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Granda is making Munakata work hard on the ground, he is tenaciously keeping half guard locked up tight.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Munakata looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Munakata gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Everything Granda is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Munakata, which is probably the best he can hope for.

(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 Munakata, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Munakata. 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 - 04:54) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Munakata may have been aiming to get in close, but Granda aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Granda throws a two-punch combo but Munakata avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Granda can't connect with a jab, but then catches Munakata with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Munakata shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Granda almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Munakata has hold of one leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Munakata drives Granda up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) With the cage trapping Granda, Munakata looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Munakata has the takedown, using the fact that Granda was pressed against the cage to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Granda winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Munakata pressing onto him.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Munakata pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Granda.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Not liking his options, Munakata looks to get a better position over Granda.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) He is much too good for Granda, and gets the mount!

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Munakata attempts an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Granda stacks up Munakata and punches away until he stops the armbar attempt. Granda gets side control off it.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Looking to catch his breath, Granda is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Munakata tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Granda pounds away, but Munakata calmly deals with them.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Munakata pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Granda attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Munakata was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Granda is left turtled up with Munakata behind him.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Munakata tries to get the hooks in and lock on a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Granda can't fight off the rear naked choke, but does delay it enough to reach the end of the round!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Munakata took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Munakata.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Munakata shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Granda almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Munakata has hold of one leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Munakata can't get Granda down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) With Granda stuck against the cage, Munakata tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) The takedown is completed, Munakata gets side control from it.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Munakata attempts an armbar.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Munakata gets the armbar fully applied and Granda has to tap out!

(Rd 3 - 03:57) The winner, by submission; Yaichiro Munakata!

 

 

Official Result: Yaichiro Munakata defeats 'The Revolutionary' Cesar Granda (Submission (Armbar) in 1:03 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yaichiro Munakata gives a name-check to everyone at J1 Circle, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He then taunts Gene Oakley for "ducking me" like "the coward you are". He gave a good performance, engaging with the crowd and making himself look great.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sinali "Sho Sho" Shomen (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -450) vs. Duane "The Weather Man" Weatherly (18-11, 0-1 CTC, From: Chibougamau, Quebec, Underdog: +350)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Sinali 'Sho Sho' Shomen faces Duane 'The Weather Man' Weatherly in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Stewart Morecambe, and Ian Rivers.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Weatherly stalks forward, pressuring Shomen.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Shomen tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Weatherly throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Weatherly comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Shomen hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Weatherly uses a right jab but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Weatherly comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Shomen hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Weatherly connects with a nice jab and then he hits Shomen with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Weatherly confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Shomen uses a right jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Weatherly can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Weatherly initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Shomen fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) A jab hits home from Weatherly and then he lands a sick left head kick!

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Shomen hits the floor, he has been knocked out!

(Rd 1 - 02:11) By knock out, the winner is Duane Weatherly!

 

 

Official Result: Duane 'The Weather Man' Weatherly defeats Sinali 'Sho Sho' Shomen (Knock Out (Kick) in 2:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Duane Weatherly gives a name-check to everyone at Montreal Fight Sciences, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. Duane Weatherly says that he knows that beating Sinali Shomen is a big upset but that he always believed in himself.

 

 

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CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Mozart Pinto (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Favorite: -110) vs. Sid "The Misfit" Morgan (9-1, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Mozart Pinto going head to head with Sid 'The Misfit' Morgan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Stewart Morecambe, and Ian Rivers.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Morgan steps forward, looking to strike.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Morgan throws a two-punch combo but Pinto avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Pinto lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Morgan finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Morgan stalks forward, pressuring Pinto.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Pinto hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) A one-two from Morgan fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Morgan comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Morgan steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Pinto.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Morgan can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Pinto with a right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:14) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Pinto lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Morgan lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Morgan steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Pinto fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) A one-two from Morgan fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Morgan misses a jab but lands a right hook. Pinto doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Morgan comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Pinto lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Morgan lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Pinto misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Morgan shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Pinto cannot stop the takedown, Morgan drove in with too much power with a beauty of a double leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Pinto winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Morgan pressing onto him.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Morgan, 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 - 04:47) Moving forward constantly, Morgan is pressuring Pinto.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Pinto manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Morgan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Pinto misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Morgan to attack with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) Morgan lands a one-two. Pinto lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Pinto.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Morgan comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Pinto hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Morgan throws a one-two, but Pinto was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Morgan throws a two-punch combo but Pinto avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Pinto takes the chance and grabs Morgan into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Pinto is looking to muscle Morgan back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Pinto does it, Morgan is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Pinto looks to sweep a leg out from under Morgan so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Morgan blocks the attempted trip and turns Pinto around so that he has his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Pinto waits for Morgan to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Morgan steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Pinto manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Morgan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Pinto with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) For the first time, Morgan is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Pinto.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 2 - 01:01) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) Morgan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) Pinto starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Morgan forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Pinto lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Morgan connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Morgan.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Pinto in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Morgan slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Morgan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Morgan uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. Pinto uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 02:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:46) Pinto misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Morgan comes in with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Pinto is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Morgan hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Pinto lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Morgan finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Pinto scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Morgan finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Pinto misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Morgan to attack with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Morgan, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Pinto.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Pinto tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) He trips Morgan, sending him down!

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Pinto takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Pinto tries to put Morgan in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Morgan doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Pinto blocks Morgan as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Pinto fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Morgan tries a roll, but doesn't budge Pinto.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Morgan, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Pinto, he's 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 - 04:45) Morgan steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) A one-two from Morgan fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Pinto misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Morgan 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 - 04:02) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Pinto is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Morgan lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 03:48) Morgan looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) Morgan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Pinto attacks with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) Pinto dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) Pinto slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Pinto tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Morgan is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard!

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Pinto looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Advancing his position with ease, he mounts Morgan.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) Pinto pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Morgan tries to sweep Pinto out of mount but can't do it.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Pinto fires away with right hands, but Morgan doesn't take much damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Pinto unloads with some right hands, but Morgan deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Morgan tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Pinto.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Pinto pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Pinto 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 for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Pinto looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Morgan simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Morgan throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Pinto hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Morgan hits a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) A few deep breaths betray that Pinto is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Morgan uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Pinto uses a left jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Morgan fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Pinto with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) From the looks of things, I don't think Morgan has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Pinto gets hold of Morgan.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Pinto doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Pinto is looking to muscle Morgan back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Morgan ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Pinto attempts a trip to put Morgan on the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Morgan blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage!

(Rd 5 - 03:13) The referee spots it and gives a verbal warning!

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Pinto looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Morgan works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Pinto lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Morgan uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) Morgan doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) Pinto uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Pinto is trying to push Morgan so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Pinto manages it and controls Morgan up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:55) Morgan gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Pinto catches Morgan with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Morgan is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Morgan is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Pinto tries a foot stomp, but Morgan seizes the chance to create some space and break free.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) Morgan scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) Pinto scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Pinto took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw has given 48-47 to Morgan.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Pinto.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers has given 48-47 to Morgan.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is Sid 'The Misfit' Morgan!

 

 

Official Result: Sid 'The Misfit' Morgan defeats Mozart Pinto (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sid Morgan thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Referencing the scoring, he indicates that he is perplexed about not getting a Unanimous Decision.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Tarcisio Dantas (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Favorite: -590) vs. Masato "Heart" Wai (7-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +470)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Tarcisio Dantas squares off with Masato 'Heart' Wai.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Franklin Mencken.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Wai misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Dantas attacks with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Wai lands a left jab but misses with a right hand. Dantas hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Wai misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Dantas is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Dantas slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Wai misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Dantas dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Dantas fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Dantas steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Wai manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Dantas throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Dantas initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Wai throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Dantas can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) There's a takedown attempt from Wai.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) A great sprawl from Dantas prevents the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Wai chooses to shoot in on Dantas.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Dantas has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) The clock runs down as Dantas is being smothered against the ground by Wai.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Wai lies on top of Dantas, basically smothering him.

(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 Dantas.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Dantas comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Wai hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Dantas feints to one side, causing Wai to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Dantas lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Wai doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Dantas hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Wai backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 2 - 04:12) A big right hand from Dantas drops Wai!

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Dantas knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Wai, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Dantas fires away with punches and Wai is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 03:59) The referee jumps in and stops the fight as Wai went limp!

(Rd 2 - 03:42) The winner, by knock out; Tarcisio Dantas!

 

 

Official Result: Tarcisio Dantas defeats Masato 'Heart' Wai (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:18 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tarcisio Dantas 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 Aaron McBroom and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Edson Edmilson (26-12-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +100) vs. Manoel "Colagem" Cabral (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Favorite: -130)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Edson Edmilson squares off with Manoel 'Colagem' Cabral.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Franklin Mencken.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Cabral misses with a pair of jabs but hits a right cross. Edmilson hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Cabral moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Edmilson into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Edmilson lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Cabral hits a left jab and then he hits Edmilson with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Cabral attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Edmilson fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Cabral lands one of three quick punches and then he hits Edmilson with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Cabral slips past a right hook and counters with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Blood is visible on Edmilson, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Edmilson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Cabral counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Cabral steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Cabral avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Cabral can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Edmilson lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Cabral lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Edmilson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Cabral attacks with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) There's a takedown attempt from Cabral.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Cabral gets a single leg takedown! Edmilson pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Cabral looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Cabral passes guard, but Edmilson was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) The scramble leaves Edmilson on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Cabral looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Cabral isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Edmilson.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Cabral pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Cabral tries to pound on Edmilson, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(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) That round goes to Cabral, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Edmilson.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Cabral slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Cabral comes forward, walking down Edmilson.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Edmilson hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Cabral lands two jabs, but Edmilson avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Cabral comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Edmilson manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Cabral can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Edmilson with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Cabral comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Edmilson hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Cabral fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Cabral attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Edmilson fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) A flurry of three punches from Cabral see them all connect and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Edmilson uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Cabral lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) The gash under the eye of Edmilson has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Taking a few gulps of breath, Cabral is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Edmilson lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Cabral lands two of a flurry of quick punches and then hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(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 Cabral.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Cabral.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Edmilson 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 - 04:55) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Cabral slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Edmilson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Cabral comes in with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Edmilson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Cabral comes in with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) For the first time, Edmilson is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Edmilson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Cabral attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Edmilson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Cabral attacks with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Edmilson misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Cabral counters a right hand with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) A stand-up striking battle is doing Edmilson no favours, Cabral is comfortably winning the exchanges so far in this fight.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Cabral scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Edmilson hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Edmilson looked like he was going to shoot, but Cabral simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Cabral hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Edmilson misses with a big right hand, allowing Cabral to counter with a few quick jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Edmilson chooses to shoot in on Cabral.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Edmilson pounds away, but Cabral isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Cabral, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Edmilson 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 - 04:48) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Edmilson.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Cabral gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Edmilson uses a shoulder smash to keep Cabral down.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Cabral brings his leg up and secures rubber guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Cabral tries to suck Edmilson into a triangle.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Edmilson doesn't let Cabral get it.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Edmilson fires away with short-range hammer fists.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Cabral tries to sweep Edmilson from rubber guard but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Cabral attempts to use the rubber guard as a base to lock Edmilson into an gogoplata.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Edmilson blocks it from being applied.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Edmilson tries but isn't able to get free of the rubber guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) Cabral tries to sweep Edmilson but can't do it.

(Rd 4 - 02:10) Cabral attempts to use the rubber guard as a base to lock Edmilson into an gogoplata.

(Rd 4 - 02:10) Edmilson defends the gogoplata.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Edmilson struggles but cannot get free of the rubber guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Cabral attempts to lock on an gogoplata.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Edmilson blocks it from being applied.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Edmilson throws some hammer fists from inside rubber guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) Edmilson blocks Cabral as he tries a sweep from the rubber guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Cabral attempts to use the rubber guard as a base to lock Edmilson into an gogoplata.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Edmilson stops Cabral from getting his leg in position.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Edmilson took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Edmilson 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 - 04:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Edmilson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Edmilson looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Cabral dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Cabral is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Cabral lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. Edmilson hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Cabral comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Edmilson had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Cabral fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Cabral is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Edmilson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Edmilson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Edmilson chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Cabral down.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) The takedown is completed, Cabral is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Edmilson throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Cabral applies double underhooks and keeps Edmilson from launching any attacks.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Edmilson fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Cabral moves to rubber guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Cabral tries to sweep Edmilson.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) The sweep is brilliant, flipping them over so that Cabral has mount!

(Rd 5 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Cabral attempts an armbar.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Edmilson has to tap out!

(Rd 5 - 00:28) By submission, the winner is Manoel Cabral!

 

 

Official Result: Manoel 'Colagem' Cabral defeats Edson Edmilson (Submission (Armbar) in 4:32 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Manoel Cabral gives a name-check to everyone at House of Pain, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Manoel Cabral gives a show of respect to his opponent.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Doug "The Nightmare" Hansen (20-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Favorite: -1200) vs. Steven "The Riddle" Wu (3-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Singapore, Singapore, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Doug 'The Nightmare' Hansen battles Steven 'The Riddle' Wu.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Franklin Mencken, Christina Shaw, and Stewart Morecambe.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Hansen shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Hansen couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Wu hops in place on the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) With Wu not going down, Hansen settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Smothered against the cage, Wu is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) 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 - 03:34) Hansen uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) With Wu stuck against the cage, Hansen tries to set up a judo-style throw.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Wu grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Wu gets a verbal warning from the referee!

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Hansen attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Wu to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Hansen uses a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Wu gives up his back.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Hansen tries to finish Wu off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Wu stops Hansen from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Hansen blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Hansen attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Wu doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Wu tries a roll, but doesn't budge Hansen.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Wu is in huge trouble now, as Hansen successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Hansen, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) The rear naked choke is in deep, Wu has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Doug Hansen takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Doug 'The Nightmare' Hansen defeats Steven 'The Riddle' Wu (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:39 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Doug Hansen thanks all of his sponsors for backing him, and then also thanks all of his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Doug Hansen celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Seth "Submission King" O'Breen (17-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Favorite: -1200) vs. Avery "Red" Gleason (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Seth 'Submission King' O'Breen battling Avery 'Red' Gleason.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(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 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Setting it up well, O'Breen shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The takedown is completed, Gleason is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) O'Breen fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Looking to catch his breath, O'Breen is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) O'Breen attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) O'Breen gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) O'Breen starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Gleason doesn't let O'Breen get the mount, and so he remains at side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) O'Breen attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Gleason tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Gleason gets into an even worse position as O'Breen applies a body triangle.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) O'Breen, with the body triangle, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) O'Breen flattens Gleason out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Seth O'Breen takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Seth 'Submission King' O'Breen defeats Avery 'Red' Gleason (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:51 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Seth O'Breen thanks his sponsors and all of his fans.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Mr. T" Tim Oldacres (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Coventry, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Doctor of Style" Jeremy Sproule (8-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Nottingham, England, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres takes on 'The Doctor Of Style' Jeremy Sproule.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Franklin Mencken.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Sproule misses with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Oldacres misses with a left jab but hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Oldacres throws two quick punches but Sproule has good movement and avoids them.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Sproule tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Sproule uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. Oldacres misses with a left jab but lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Sproule steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Oldacres lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Sproule throws a one-two, but Oldacres was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Sproule parries away a right head kick attempt and counters with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Sproule misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Oldacres lands a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Oldacres feints one way, throwing Sproule off balance, then steps to the other side.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Sproule misses with a big right hand, allowing Oldacres to counter with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) That was the perfect example of how Oldacres can use his reach advantage.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) He can use it to hit Sproule at range.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Sproule misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Oldacres comes in with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Sproule shows his good footwork, side-stepping a thrust kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Sproule throws a two punch combination but Oldacres maintains his good guard and is safe.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Oldacres counters a right hand with a left jab and a low kick that narrowly misses.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Oldacres, 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 - 04:54) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Sproule misses a right hook and gets countered with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Oldacres slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a wicked right uppercut!

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Sproule collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 2 - 03:22) The winner, by knock out, is 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres!

 

 

Official Result: 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres defeats 'The Doctor Of Style' Jeremy Sproule (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:38 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tim Oldacres thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks all of his family, friends, and supporters. Tim Oldacres is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Truck Man" Truck Gleeson (26-7-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Memphis, Tennessee, Favorite: -1100) vs. Sammi "Wolf Man" Chan (5-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Underdog: +870)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Truck Man' Truck Gleeson battles Sammi 'Wolf Man' Chan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Gleeson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Chan 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) Gleeson throws a punch but Chan was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Chan comes in and grabs Gleeson in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Chan is trying to push Gleeson so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Chan can't manage it, Gleeson fought it.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Chan is trying to push Gleeson so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Chan can't move Gleeson at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Chan gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Gleeson uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Gleeson is trying to muscle Chan up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Gleeson can't manage it, Chan fought it.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Using his wrestling skills, Chan is trying to push Gleeson up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Chan can't manage it, Gleeson fought it.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Chan is trying to muscle Gleeson up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Chan can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Gleeson uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Chan as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Gleeson tries to wrestle Chan backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Gleeson doesn't manage it though, Chan defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Chan tries to wrestle Gleeson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Gleeson doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Gleeson grabs an arm and tries and pull Chan down to the ground into his guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) He achieves it, Chan is now on the ground in his guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Gleeson attempts to secure an arm.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Chan defends it.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Chan begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Gleeson comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Chan in guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Gleeson throws out some punches, but Chan leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Gleeson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Chan off of him.

(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 Gleeson.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Gleeson. 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 - 04:45) Chan may have been aiming to get in close, but Gleeson aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Gleeson uses a left jab, but misses when he attempts a spinning back kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Gleeson comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Gleeson throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Gleeson steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Chan appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Gleeson took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Gleeson.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) A jab hits home from Gleeson and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 03:39) He's down! Chan falls to the floor!

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Gleeson quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Chan!

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Gleeson pounds away, Chan is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Referee Kyle Crisp has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 03:17) 'The Truck Man' Truck Gleeson takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Truck Man' Truck Gleeson defeats Sammi 'Wolf Man' Chan (TKO (Strikes) in 1:43 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Truck Gleeson praises his team at Animal House, 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 LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Helio (19-1-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Favorite: -1010) vs. "Rubber Man" Perry Madison (4-0-1, 1-0-1 CTC, From: Madison, Wisconsin, Underdog: +800)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Helio facing 'Rubber Man' Perry Madison.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Madison lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Helio comes in fast with three quick punches, landing one of them, and then catches Madison with a hard low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Helio fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Madison with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Helio confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Helio hits a right hand, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Helio can't connect with a jab, but then catches Madison with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Madison hits a tentative right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Helio lands four of four quick punches and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Helio confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Helio connects with a nice jab and then scores with a crunching leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Helio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Helio lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Helio glances at his corner and gets a thumbs up in response.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Helio connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Helio fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Madison with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Madison appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Helio took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Helio.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Madison was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Seizing his chance, Madison attempts a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Doing superbly, Helio prevents the takedown and manages to yank his leg free entirely.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Helio comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Helio fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Madison with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) A jab is wide from Helio, but then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) A jab is wide from Helio, but then he hits Madison with a powerful leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Madison scores with two weak, flicked right hand jabs.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Helio hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) A punch from Helio fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Madison moves in fast and clinches with Helio.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Using his wrestling skills, Madison is trying to push Helio up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) He does so and now has Helio pinned to the cage.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round belonged to Helio to the tune of 10-8.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Helio 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 Madison can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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

(Rd 2 - 05:00) Limping heavily, Madison is struggling to move around.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Madison looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Helio hits a right hand, but Madison evades a big left punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Helio lands a jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Madison.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Madison is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Helio lands a jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Madison.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Helio fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Helio is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Helio connects with a nice jab and then catches Madison with a hard low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Madison can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) It looked like we were about to see Madison try and get some grappling started, but Helio was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) A punch from Helio fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Madison limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Attacking with a quick flurry, Helio lands one of four punches and then hits Madison with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) A jab is wide from Helio, but then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Madison may have been aiming to get in close, but Helio aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Helio hits a right jab and then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Helio studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Madison moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Helio lands a jab and then hits Madison with a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Helio moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Helio can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Madison with a left kick to the head.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Madison limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Helio can't connect with a jab, but then hits Madison with a powerful leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Barely able to walk now, the damage Madison has taken to his legs has really taken its toll.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Helio moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Helio hits two right jabs and then scores with a crunching leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Helio fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Seizing the opportunity, Madison clinches.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Madison tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Helio blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage!

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Referee Harry A. Bierce sees it and gives a verbal warning!

(Rd 2 - 00:37) With Helio stuck against the cage, Madison tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) He trips Helio to the mat - beautiful technique!

(Rd 2 - 00:37) The takedown leaves Helio seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Madison attempts to guillotine Helio, who is stuck against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Helio doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Helio.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-17 to Helio.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 05:00) Madison can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Helio hits a right jab and then catches Madison with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:38) It looked like we were about to see Madison try and get some grappling started, but Helio was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Helio lands a right hand and then hits Madison with a destructive leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Madison finally collapses, unable to stand up any longer - this fight is over!

(Rd 3 - 04:31) The winner, by leg kick TKO; Helio!

 

 

Official Result: Helio defeats 'Rubber Man' Perry Madison (TKO (Leg Kick) in 0:29 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Helio thanks everyone connected to Brazilian Estrela Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that he's happy to take on Naizen Hamacho given that he has publicly asked for the fight.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jake "The Natural Talent" Keane (27-4, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. Nathan Wyles (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Jake 'The Natural Talent' Keane battles Nathan Wyles in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Wyles hits a left hand, but the body kick follow-up is telegraphed and allows Keane to grab it!

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Holding the leg, Keane tries for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Wyles to stay upright, the takedown is completed!

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Wyles ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Keane, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Keane fires away and Wyles is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:31) The referee jumps in and saves Wyles from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 04:20) The winner, by TKO; Jake Keane!

 

 

Official Result: Jake 'The Natural Talent' Keane defeats Nathan Wyles (TKO (Strikes) in 0:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jake Keane 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.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Heikichi Shimizu (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Favorite: -890) vs. Julian Beals (9-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Underdog: +710)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Heikichi Shimizu takes on Julian Beals in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Franklin Mencken, Christina Shaw, and Stewart Morecambe.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Beals confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Shimizu appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Beals took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Beals hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Beals moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Shimizu, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Beals throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Beals throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) A one-two from Beals fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Shimizu seizes the chance and grabs Beals into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) With Beals in his grasp, Shimizu tries to set up a judo-style throw.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) An outside leg trip sweeps Beals down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Shimizu attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Beals doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Shimizu tries to lock Beals in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Shimizu gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Beals has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Heikichi Shimizu takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Heikichi Shimizu defeats Julian Beals (Submission (Armbar) in 2:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Heikichi Shimizu thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He talks about tapping Beals out and says that he is very happy with his submission technique.

 

 

Attendance: 239

Gate Reciepts: $18,929

Sponsorship: $21,471

Ad Revenue: $302,152

Merchandise: $3,835

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $194,360)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Heikichi Shimizu          $48,562      Julian Beals             $1,845       SotN: Shimizu: $5,000
Jake Keane                $22,680      Nathan Wyles             $1,476       Perf: Keane: $5,000
Helio                     $6,800       Perry Madison            $1,968
Truck Gleeson             $16,830      Sammi Chan               $1,598
Tim Oldacres              $10,052      Jeremy Sproule           $1,598       KotN: Oldacres: $5,000
Seth O'Breen              $5,924       Avery Gleason            $1,598
Doug Hansen               $6,290       Steven Wu                $1,722
Manoel Cabral             $12,440      Edson Edmilson           $14,058      FotN: Both: $10,000
Tarcisio Dantas           $2,788       Masato Wai               $2,090
Sid Morgan                $4,355       Mozart Pinto             $1,722
Duane Weatherly           $3,300       Sinali Shomen            $1,435
Yaichiro Munakata         $2,613       Cesar Granda             $1,332
Harald Hubner             $2,152       Paulo Roberto Bezerra    $2,255
Adenor Togni              $3,228       George Astaire           $2,255
Erico Gil                 $2,152       Kelv Bender              $1,332
Shiko Taka                $3,075       Pip Londress             $1,435

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $22,041

 

Profit: $111,970

 

Critical Rating: 70%

Commercial Rating: 59%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +2.5%             81.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 +2.4%             82.9% (High Level Regional)
UK                  +0.9%             73.5% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.2%             42.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia          Unchanged          60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +1.3%             54.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +2.2%             46.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +1.2%             41.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +2.0%             47.8% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +3.2%             56.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +3.2%             45.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.3%             20.7% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News - BCF have closed their Middleweight division due to a lack of available fighters.

- Perry Madison took so much damage to his legs during his fight with Helio that he was sent to hospital for precautionary reasons. He was released the following morning.

- The following fighters have been cut from the CTC roster after their elimination from the tournament: Julian Beals, Nathan Wyles, Perry Madison, Sammi Chan, Jeremy Sproule, Avery Gleason, Steven Wu, Edson Edmilson, Masato Wai, Mozart Pinto, Sinali Shomen, Cesar Granda, Paulo Roberto Bezerra, George Astaire, Kelv Bender, and Pip Londress.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

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Predictions

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Saturday, Week 1, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Man With No Nickname" Sean Morrison (30-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1200) vs. Cole Moor (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #118, Underdog: +950)

Sean Morrison is the most dominant Lightweight fighter in MMA history, and has built a fearsome reputation for himself on the back of his excellent wrestling, powerful takedowns, and destructive ground and pound. In the past few years his career has stalled thanks to defeats to his nemesis Brandon Sugar and the rising European star Fiyero Lermontov, and some people are questioning whether a long, hard career has taken it's toll on the Kentucky native. Cole Moor is an Alabama native, a fighter who comes from a kick boxing background and is known for his super fast kicks, often whipping them out of nowhere to surprise opponents. He is coming off a 39 second knock out victory over Kevin Sponge in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Lucas Mueller vs. Eberhard Dahm in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "El Diablo" Luis Basora (23-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -750) vs. Charles "Rogue" Stiles (17-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #123, Underdog: +590)

Luis Basora is a high level judoka, known for his lightning quick trips and throws and also his great submission skills. The younger brother of Alberto Basora, Luis traditionally fights at a lower weight class than his sibling. The first ever SIGMA Lightweight champion, he regained his title in 2001, defeating Georges Nouri by fifth round submissions, then defending the title with a second round submission over Lucas Mueller in his last fight. Charles Stiles is a BJJ black belt, an extremely dangerous ground fighter who is noted for having incredible sweeping skills. A former FLB Welterweight champion, he dropped to his more natural home of Lightweight when he moved to GAMMA in 2001, but suffered a bad loss to Luke Hilton on his debut. He bounced back in his last fight, winning by first round submission over Melvin Custard in the First Round. The winnner of this fight will face the winner of Milenko Rudonja vs. Vladimir Baskov in the Third Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Fiyero Lermontov (18-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jose Gonzales (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #131, Underdog: +950)

Fiyero Lermontov is an absolutely devastating Lightweight competitor, and is considered one of the toughest fighters in all of MMA, if not the toughest. A former member of the Russian army special forces, his training has left him with excellent boxing, world class Sambo, and an iron will, and the end product is a 155 lbs wrecking machine of the highest calibre. A former SIGMA champion, he joined GAMMA in 2001 and immediately started carving his way through the upper reaches of the Lightweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Sean Morrison in his last fight. Jose Gonzales is a high quality kick boxer from Mexico, who is a force to be reckoned with on his feet thanks to his explosive kicks. The rest of his MMA skills are shoddy, although he is young enough that he still has time to work on the holes in his game. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Hubert Channing in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jochen Bellof vs. Mal Beswick in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Wing Chun Superstar" Motoki Hojo (21-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -520) vs. Hatsu Nishijima (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #110, Underdog: +410)

Motoki Hojo is one of Japan's top Lightweight fighters, a little ball of kinetic energy who simply overwhelms most of his opponents with a non-stop barrage of unorthodox kicks and punches. His ground game is weak, but he makes up for this somewhat by having exceptional scrambling abilities that get him out of troublesome spots. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Franak Pavilchenko in the First Round. Hatsu Nishijima is a Lightweight prospect from Japan, who comes from a Jiu-Jitsu background but has cross-trained extensively in order to build quality striking into his arsenal. A cardio machine, he is also a very intelligent fighter and has no issues when it comes to finding and exploiting opponents weaknesses. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Roy Arnett in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yoshitomo Horigome vs. Clinton Kent in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Lightning Kid" Fumiaki Hayashi (19-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -590) vs. Campbell "Crash" Crane (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #102, Underdog: +470)

Fumiaki Hayashi is a big name in Japan, who captured the attention of MMA fans in the early '90's through his flamboyant style of fighting which is based on crazy kicks and wild punches. Possibly more important was the fact that he was also able to be very successful while doing so, becoming ALPHA-1's Lightweight champion. His career has gone into steep decline since his heyday, and although he remains a big draw he is no longer considered a threat to the elite. He snapped a long losing streak in his last fight, winning by second round TKO over Dieter Kolzig in the First Round. Campbell Crane is a submission-based fighter, who is at his best on the ground where he can work his various armlocks and chokes. His weak stand-up game is his Achilles heel though. He is coming off a fifth round submission victory over Brian Hirst in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Carl Chenoweth vs. Floyd Haywood in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Benny "The Jet" Danare (12-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -1120) vs. Kyle "The Guillotine" Sagal (7-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #107, Underdog: +890)

Benny Danare is a Canadian submission expert, who is a high-level student of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu who is known for his extensive use of rubber guard. A former contender for the GAMMA Lightweight title, his inconsistency has plagued his career. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Goncalves Cassaro in the First Round. Kyle Sagal is a takedown artist, whose entire gameplan revolves around getting a fight to the ground where he can utilize his submission skills, particularly his deadly guillotine choke. An XCC regular, his career became lost in the shuffle after a couple high profile losses. He won by second round submission over Urlington Rogers in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Gerardo Diez vs. Takahiro Nakamura in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Ice Cold Swede" Lukas Mellberg (19-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Nasty" Nigel Collett (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #142, Underdog: +950)

Lukas Mellberg is a talented submission artist who is famed for his ridiculously deadly guillotine choke. One of the faces of SIGMA, he has always been in the Lightweight title mix but has never managed to capture the belt. He remains one of the best 155ers in the world though. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Harald Hubner in SIGMA. Nigel Collett is a former boxer, who has good hands and can be a tough opponent in a standing striking battle, but his lack of any other attacking options limits his threat greatly. The fact that he has struggled even on the fairly shallow British local scene does not bode well for his career as a whole. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Si Merryweather in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Gordon Idle vs. Nod Palli in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Rock Steady" Gordon Idle (12-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Favorite: -1010) vs. Nod Palli (5-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Underdog: +800)

Gordon Idle is small and compact, with his strength in his low center of gravity and powerful legs. They allow him to connect with powerful takedowns that are difficult to defend against. Once he has an opponent down, his ground and pound game can end the fight in a hurry. Originally a Welterweight, he has since dropped to Lightweight. He has competed for BCF titles three times, losing every time, and earning a reputation as a choker. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Kikunojo Miyamae in the First Round. Nod Palli is a kick boxer who is known for having some powerful kicks in his locker. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Malcolm O'Hearn in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Lukas Mellberg vs. Nigel Collett in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Karate Kid" Carl Chenoweth (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Underdog: +140) vs. "The Coyote Kid" Floyd Haywood (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Favorite: -180)

Carl Chenoweth is a student of Karate, and one of the most promising young fighters in MMA. He is noted for his excellent defensive skills, both in terms of his elusive nature while standing and his skills at avoiding damage on the ground, and poses a threat with his striking. With experience and further training he can become a huge star. He won by second round knock out over Bhumibol Ektawatkul in the First Round. Floyd Haywood is one of the future, who has been training in Jiu-Jitsu for years and can be a big threat if a fight goes to the ground, although his striking game is a little weak. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Junmal Skinner in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fumiaki Hayashi vs. Campbell Crane in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Gerardo Diez (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Underdog: +670) vs. "The Unstoppable" Takahiro Nakamura (26-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Favorite: -850)

Gerardo Diez is a striker from Mexico. Quick on his feet, he likes to bounce in and out of range, firing off quick combos before retreating back. He won't finish all that many people, but he will present many problems for those who can't cope with his speed. He won a Unanimous Decision over Joel Adams in the First Round. Takahiro Nakamura is a renowned tough guy, who is a former professional wrestler. Having fought in the past as both an under-sized Welterweight and an over-sized Featherweight, he seems to have settled in the Lightweight division now. He has the nickname "The Unstoppable" because he has yet to be stopped by strikes or made to submit in any of his 30 plus fights. He won a Unanimous Decision over Paddy NcNamara in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Benny Danare vs. Kyle Sagal in the Third Round.

 

 

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CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yoritoki Iwahashi (10-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #227, Favorite: -110) vs. "The Diamondback" Cory Brewer (10-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Underdog: +100)

Yoritoki Iwahashi is a poor competitor from Japan, who has been fighting sporadically for years but has really shown little other than an ability to take a lot of punishment and a willingness to pick up victories on the local circuit by smothering his opponents in the most boring fashion possible. He won a Unanimous Decision over Eizan Ijichi in the First Round. Cory Brewer is a veteran kick boxer from Canada, a decidedly mediocre competitor, big question marks have been raised about his cardio in the past. He has been a regular with XCC for years and is a gatekeeper in the Lightweight division. He won a Unanimous Decision over Zac Bacall in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Gene Oakley vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Wrecking Ball" Lucas Mueller (10-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Favorite: -620) vs. Eberhard Dahm (6-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Underdog: +490)

Lucas Mueller is a hard-hitting German, who likes to take opponents to the ground and batter them with fists and elbows. With heavy hands, he is always dangerous when striking too. He has been with SIGMA since their earliest days and is generally considered a gatekeeper for the Lightweight division. He won by first round TKO over Matheus Ulibarri in the First Round. Eberhard Dahm is a very solid amateur boxer, who likes to use his quick hands and elusive nature to hit and run, chipping away at his opponents with lots of little combinations over the course of the fight. He is virtually impossible to outwork due to his phenomenal cardio as well. He won by second round TKO over Brendon Job in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sean Morrison vs. Cole Moor in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Slovenian Rocket" Milenko Rudonja (20-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Underdog: +210) vs. Vladimir "The Impaler" Baskov (8-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Favorite: -270)

Milenko Rudonja is a Karate fighter, who is known primarily for the devastating head kicks which have knocked out many opponents over the years. A regular with SIGMA, he was considered good enough to compete for the Lightweight title back in the early days, but that seems like a long time ago as he has since been defeated on a regular basis. He won a Unanimous Decision over JW Cunningham in the First Round. Vladimir Baskov is a submission fighter from Russia, known for his love of leglocks to finish fights. He's pretty average in most respects, but the ever-present danger that he might be able to snatch a submission victory at any moment means he can't be taken lightly. He won by third round submission over Flavio Luiz Oliveira in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Luis Basora vs. Charles Stiles in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jochen "The Barrage" Bellof (10-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Underdog: +320) vs. Mal "Bad Intentions" Beswick (8-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -410)

Jochen Bellof is one of the many German ex-boxers who have made their way to MMA, and has quick hands and good technique but lacks the power to really make himself a big threat. He joined BCF in 1996, and the following year got a Lightweight title shot. He was easily beaten by Jake Keane, and has never gotten a sniff of the title picture again since. He won by first round TKO over Hinton Grey in the First Round. Mal Beswick is a submission artist, whose game revolves around launching takedown attempts and, if successful, keeping the opponent planted on their back while he sets up submission holds. He won by first round submission over Tony Ibsen in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fiyero Lermontov vs. Jose Gonzales in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Flaming Fury" Gene Oakley (6-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #222, Underdog: +760) vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Favorite: -960)

Gene Oakley is essentially a street brawler, liking to stand and trade with his opponent in a straight up fist fight. Very limited, he has no grappling or ground game to speak of, and so is very vulnerable in an MMA fight. He won by second round TKO over Eijiro Yanagita in the First Round. Ahmed Mohamed Farag is a tough grappler who likes to get in close and control opponents with his wrestling skills. He is a tenacious customer who can present big problems for opponents who are unable to keep him back with strikes. He won a Unanimous Decision over Juan Pablo Rique in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yoritoki Iwahashi vs. Cory Brewer in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yoshitomo Horigome (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -420) vs. Clinton "Juggernaut" Kent (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #174, Underdog: +330)

Yoshitomo Horigome comes from an extensive Judo background, and is, as you would expect, at his best when he can grab hold of his opponent. His throws and trips are tricky, and he knows his way around the submission game. He won by fourth round submission over Scotty Griffiths in the First Round. Clinton Kent is a good freestyle wrestler from California. Relentless in coming forward, his style revolves around putting his opponent down on the ground and then grinding out the victory with suffocating top control and constant ground and pound. He won a Split Decision over highly favored Bosco Curbeam in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Motoki Hojo vs. Hatsu Nishijima in the Third Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Sean Morrison (155 lbs) vs. Cole Moor (155 lbs)

Luis Basora (155 lbs) vs. Charles Stiles (155 lbs)

Fiyero Lermontov (155 lbs) vs. Jose Gonzales (155 lbs)

Motoki Hojo (155 lbs) vs. Hatsu Nishijima (155 lbs)

Fumiaki Hayashi (155 lbs) vs. Campbell Crane (155 lbs)

Benny Danare (155 lbs) vs. Kyle Sagal (155 lbs)

Lukas Mellberg (155 lbs) vs. Nigel Collett (155 lbs)

Gordon Idle (155 lbs) vs. Nod Palli (155 lbs)

Carl Chenoweth (155 lbs) vs. Floyd Haywood (155 lbs)

Gerardo Diez (155 lbs) vs. Takahiro Nakamura (155 lbs)

Yoritoki Iwahashi (155 lbs) vs. Cory Brewer (155 lbs)

Lucas Mueller (155 lbs) vs. Eberhard Dahm (155 lbs)

Milenko Rudonja (155 lbs) vs. Vladimir Baskov (155 lbs)

Jochen Bellof (155 lbs) vs. Mal Beswick (155 lbs)

Gene Oakley (155 lbs) vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag (155 lbs)

Yoshitomo Horigome (155 lbs) vs. Clinton Kent (155 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 28 Full Fight Card

LW: Sean Morrison vs. Cole Moor

LW: Luis Basora vs. Charles Stiles

LW: Fiyero Lermontov vs. Jose Gonzales

LW: Motoki Hojo vs. Hatsu Nishijima

LW: Fumiaki Hayashi vs. Campbell Crane

LW: Benny Danare vs. Kyle Sagal

LW: Lukas Mellberg vs. Nigel Collett

LW: Gordon Idle vs. Nod Palli

LW: Carl Chenoweth vs. Floyd Haywood

LW: Gerardo Diez vs. Takahiro Nakamura

 

LW: Yoritoki Iwahashi vs. Cory Brewer

LW: Lucas Mueller vs. Eberhard Dahm

LW: Milenko Rudonja vs. Vladimir Baskov

LW: Jochen Bellof vs. Mal Beswick

LW: Gene Oakley vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag

LW: Yoshitomo Horigome vs. Clinton Kent

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Saturday, Week 1, June 2002

Live From Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoshitomo Horigome (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Favorite: -420) vs. Clinton "Juggernaut" Kent (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Andreas, California, Underdog: +330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the prelim fights is Yoshitomo Horigome against Clinton 'Juggernaut' Kent.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Gregory C. James, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kent may have weighed in the same as Horigome yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Horigome manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Horigome is looking to muscle Kent back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Kent ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Horigome shows his grappling ability by trapping Kent up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Kent is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) An ugly but effective tactic, Horigome is pressing Kent up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Horigome and Kent remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Kent aggressively moves in and grapples with Horigome.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Kent tries to take Horigome down.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) The takedown is completed, Horigome is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Kent throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Horigome attempts to grab an arm of Kent from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Kent fends off Horigome, and doesn't give up an arm.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Kent smothers Horigome with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Kent throws several small strikes at Horigome, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Horigome tries to sweep Kent but doesn't get anywhere.

(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 Kent.

(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) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Horigome works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Using his wrestling skills, Horigome is trying to push Kent up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Horigome doesn't manage it though, Kent defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Horigome looks to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) An outside leg trip sweeps Kent down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling half guard!

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Horigome begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) He can't find a way past half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Horigome blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) Horigome attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) Kent can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Horigome gains side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Horigome throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Kent tries to move to guard, but Horigome doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Horigome tries to lock Kent in an americana.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Kent doesn't allow the americana to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Horigome blocks Kent as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) In side control, Horigome begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Kent rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Horigome increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Horigome attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Horigome flattens Kent out with the rear naked choke, but took too long because the round ends!

(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 Horigome.

(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 - 04:52) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Horigome looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) Using his wrestling skills, Horigome is trying to push Kent up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) Horigome manages it and controls Kent up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Kent takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Kent is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Horigome tries to smother Kent against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Horigome manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Horigome tries to wrestle Kent backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Horigome manages it and controls Kent up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Horigome smothers Kent against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Showing his ability to exert control, Horigome smothers Kent up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) 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 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Horigome presses Kent into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) They remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Horigome is wearing Kent down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Horigome manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Horigome is looking to muscle Kent back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Horigome doesn't manage it though, Kent defended it well.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Horigome tries to wrestle Kent backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Horigome can't move Kent at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(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 Horigome.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Horigome is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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

(Rd 4 - 04:54) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Horigome works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Horigome looks to take Kent down by setting up a judo throw.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) A great inside leg trip sees Kent get thrown to the mat and Horigome is left in guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Kent is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Horigome off of him.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Horigome lies on top of Kent, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Horigome throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Horigome looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Horigome passes to half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Horigome throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) Kent tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Horigome pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) Kent tries to get full guard on Horigome but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Horigome looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Horigome struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Horigome blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Kent 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 - 04:46) Horigome looked like he was about to shoot, but Kent stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Kent tries to take Horigome down.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) The takedown is successful, Horigome pulls half guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Kent keeps Horigome guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) In half guard, Kent throws a couple of punches designed to keep Horigome guessing.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Kent blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Kent looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) Kent ends up in guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Kent throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Kent doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Horigome attempts to secure an arm.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Kent fends off Horigome, and doesn't give up an arm.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Kent keeps tight to Horigome, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) Horigome tries to sweep Kent but can't do it.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) Kent attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) Horigome allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Kent ends up in half guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Kent fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) Horigome looks ready to try and scramble, but Kent is quick to move to prevent that.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) Kent pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(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 Kent.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 48-47 (Gregory C. James), 49-46 (Christina Shaw) and 49-46 (Millhouse Twain).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Yoshitomo Horigome the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Yoshitomo Horigome defeats Clinton 'Juggernaut' Kent (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Yoshitomo Horigome praises his team at Snake Temple, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He praises Kent for a tough fight. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Flaming Fury" Gene Oakley (6-2, 1-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +760) vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Akoris, Egypt, Favorite: -960)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'Flaming Fury' Gene Oakley goes up against Ahmed Mohamed Farag.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Millhouse Twain, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Farag deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Farag hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Oakley lands cleanly with a powerful straight right!

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Farag is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Oakley knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Farag, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Oakley fires away and Farag is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Farag appears to go limp and the referee dives in and pulls Oakley away - it's all over!

(Rd 1 - 04:28) 'Flaming Fury' Gene Oakley takes the win by knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'Flaming Fury' Gene Oakley defeats Ahmed Mohamed Farag (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gene Oakley thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Gene Oakley 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. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jochen "The Barrage" Bellof (10-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Hannover, Germany, Underdog: +320) vs. Mal "Bad Intentions" Beswick (8-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Kent, England, Favorite: -410)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Jochen 'The Barrage' Bellof battles Mal 'Bad Intentions' Beswick.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Bellof comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Beswick lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Showing good hand speed, Bellof lands a flurry of three punches and then he catches Beswick with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Beswick hits a pair of jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Bellof scores with two punches out of a flurry but misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Beswick shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) A big double leg takedown is completed, Beswick was far too fast and powerful for Bellof to resist!

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Beswick ends up holding a seated Bellof around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Beswick looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Bellof from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Beswick shows his ground skills and gets full mount!

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Beswick unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Bellof.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Beswick fires away with punches, but Bellof deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Beswick pounds away on Bellof, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Beswick pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) The strikes are hard enough to force Bellof to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process!

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Beswick tries to finish Bellof off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Bellof doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Beswick blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Beswick tries to pound on Bellof, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Beswick blocks Bellof as he tries to roll over.

(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 Beswick, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Bellof moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beswick into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Bellof steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Bellof comes in fast with three quick punches, landing two of them, but can't connect with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Beswick misses a right hook and gets countered with quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Bellof manages to connect with only one punch out of a flurry but misses with a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Beswick uses a pair of left jabs but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Bellof moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beswick into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Beswick lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Bellof lands a left hand and then he catches Beswick with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Bellof comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Beswick fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Bellof comes in fast with four quick punches, landing two of them, and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Bellof can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Bellof comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Beswick manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Bellof moves in behind four quick punches, two of them finding a home, and then he lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Bellof nails two quick punches from a flurry and then hits a left to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Beswick is off target with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Bellof took that round, 10-9 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) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Beswick looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Bellof simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Bellof lands four of four quick punches and then catches Beswick with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Beswick is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Bellof nails three quick punches from a flurry but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Bellof is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Beswick scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Bellof nails two quick punches from a flurry and then scores with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Bellof misses a couple of jabs but lands a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Beswick lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) For the first time, Beswick is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Bellof moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beswick into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Beswick lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) A quick flurry of punches from Bellof sees two of three hit home but Beswick evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Bellof comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Beswick misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) A quick flurry of punches from Bellof sees one of three hit home but Beswick evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Beswick misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Bellof.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Bellof forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Beswick hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Attacking with a quick flurry, Bellof lands one of five punches but Beswick steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Beswick misses with a big right hand, allowing Bellof to counter with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Beswick may have been setting up to shoot, but Bellof aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) A flurry of four punches from Bellof see one of them land but Beswick evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Beswick may have been setting up to shoot, but Bellof aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) A three-punch combo fails to trouble Beswick.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Beswick keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Bellof.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Showing good hand speed, Bellof lands one out of a flurry of three punches and then catches Beswick with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Bellof is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Beswick appeared to be going for a takedown, but Bellof took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Attacking with a quick flurry, Bellof lands one of three punches but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Bellof comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing two of them, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Bellof moves in behind four quick punches, two of them finding a home, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Beswick shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Beswick pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Bellof.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) From the looks of it, Beswick may have hurt his hand quite badly while punching away.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) If the hand is broken, his job just got a lot tougher.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Bellof turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Beswick fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(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 Beswick.

(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) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Bellof throws a five-punch combo but Beswick avoids them all.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Beswick comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) The takedown is successful, Bellof couldn't quite stay on his feet.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Bellof winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Beswick pressing onto him.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Beswick attempts to guillotine Bellof, who is stuck against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Bellof blocks the choke.

(Rd 5 - 03:21) Bellof, trapped against the cage, pummels Beswick on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Beswick looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Bellof from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Beswick shows his ground skills and gets full mount!

(Rd 5 - 02:14) Bellof is breathing very hard.

(Rd 5 - 02:14) Beswick starts throwing some elbows, landing one that clearly hurts Bellof.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Beswick lands a powerful elbow strike that caught Bellof on the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Bellof turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Beswick tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Bellof blocks it.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Bellof tries to get Beswick off his back.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Beswick loses the back, but scrambles back to his feet to face Bellof.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Beswick had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Bellof throws a quick four punch combination but doesn't land any of the blows.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Bellof misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Beswick to attack with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Beswick, 10-9 on my card.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm has given 48-47 to Beswick.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Bellof.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Gregory C. James has given 48-47 to Beswick.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Mal 'Bad Intentions' Beswick wins by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Mal 'Bad Intentions' Beswick defeats Jochen 'The Barrage' Bellof (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mal Beswick thanks everyone connected to London Kick Boxing Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Referencing the scoring, he indicates that he is perplexed about not getting a unanimous decision.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Slovenian Rocket" Milenko Rudonja (20-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Ljubljana, Slovenia, Underdog: +210) vs. Vladimir "The Impaler" Baskov (8-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Yekaterinburg, Russia, Favorite: -270)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Slovenian Rocket' Milenko Rudonja takes on Vladimir 'The Impaler' Baskov.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Rudonja confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Baskov appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rudonja took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) A jab lands from Rudonja, but Baskov evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Baskov shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Baskov can't get past the sprawl of Rudonja and has to give up on the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Rudonja can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Baskov with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Baskov clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Rudonja can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) From the looks of it, that shot may have smashed the nose of Baskov.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) That's going to make breathing a lot tougher and tire him out quicker.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Baskov, backing off, hits a weak right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Rudonja lands a jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Baskov shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Baskov gets a single leg takedown! Rudonja pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Baskov tries to break the guard of Rudonja, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Able to isolate a leg, Baskov locks in a tight heel hook that forces Rudonja to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Vladimir 'The Impaler' Baskov takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Vladimir 'The Impaler' Baskov defeats 'The Slovenian Rocket' Milenko Rudonja (Submission (Heel Hook) in 2:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Vladimir Baskov thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Wrecking Ball" Lucas Mueller (10-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Favorite: -620) vs. Eberhard Dahm (6-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Berlin, Germany, Underdog: +490)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Wrecking Ball' Lucas Mueller against Eberhard Dahm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Christina Shaw.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Attacking with intent, Dahm scores with a flurry of three punches and then hits Mueller with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Dahm lands two left hands, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Dahm looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Dahm comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing one of them, and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Dahm moves in behind five quick punches, all of them landing, but Mueller avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) A quick flurry of five punches from Dahm sees all of them hit home and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Dahm looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) A flurry of five punches from Dahm see four of them land but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) It looked like we were about to see Mueller try and get some grappling started, but Dahm was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Dahm fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Mueller keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Dahm lands two of four quick punches and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Mueller lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Dahm can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Dahm can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Mueller looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Dahm simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Dahm comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing all of them, and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Dahm fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Mueller with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Dahm throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Seizing the opportunity, Mueller clinches.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Mueller is looking to muscle Dahm back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) He does so and now has Dahm pinned to the cage.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Mueller looks a little shell-shocked too.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Two jabs hit home from Dahm and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Dahm lands a flurry of three quick punches and then catches Mueller with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) There's a takedown attempt from Mueller.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) He has the takedown! Dahm pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Mueller lies on top of Dahm, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Time slips away as Mueller successfully keeps Dahm stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) In guard, Mueller is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Dahm tries to catch Mueller with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) The clock runs down as Dahm is being smothered against the ground by Mueller.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Mueller lies on top of Dahm, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Mueller begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Dahm allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Mueller somehow ends up on top of Dahm in north-south position.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Mueller pounds away on Dahm, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Dahm tries to scramble out from underneath Mueller, but is held firmly in place.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Dahm takes a short knee strike to the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Dahm tries to scramble out from underneath Mueller, but is held firmly in place.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Mueller, 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) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Dahm confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Two jabs hit home from Dahm and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Mueller chooses to shoot in on Dahm.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) The takedown is completed, Dahm is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Mueller has now completed two takedowns.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Mueller fires off a few punches.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Dahm is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mueller off of him.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Dahm is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mueller off of him.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) Mueller smothers Dahm with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) The clock runs down as Dahm is being smothered against the ground by Mueller.

(Rd 3 - 01:49) Mueller smothers Dahm with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Mueller lands a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Attacking with intent, Dahm scores with one out of a flurry of four punches but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) For the first time, Dahm is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Mueller isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he shoots in at the wrong moment.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Dahm comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, and then lands a right hand.

(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 Dahm 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Dahm.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Dahm confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Two jabs hit home from Dahm and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Dahm comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing five of them, and then hits Mueller with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Attacking with intent, Dahm scores with a flurry of three punches and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Dahm looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Mueller appeared to be going for a takedown, but Dahm took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Stepping in, Dahm throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then catches Mueller with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Mueller lands a weak, tentative jab.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Dahm comes in fast with four quick punches, landing two of them, and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:37) A flurry of five punches from Dahm see them all connect and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) It looked like we were about to see Mueller try and get some grappling started, but Dahm was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Dahm can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Mueller with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) Dahm throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Mueller quickly shoots on Dahm.

(Rd 4 - 01:38) Dahm almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Mueller holds the other.

(Rd 4 - 01:38) Unable to complete the takedown, Mueller instead pushes Dahm up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Mueller pins Dahm up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) Mueller traps Dahm up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) 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 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Mueller 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 - 04:49) Mueller looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) A quick flurry of punches from Dahm sees three of three hit home and then hits Mueller with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Mueller looked like he was going to shoot, but Dahm simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Attacking with intent, Dahm scores with a flurry of four punches but Mueller evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Dahm is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) A quick flurry of punches from Dahm sees two of four hit home and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Dahm lands four of four quick punches and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Mueller shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Dahm has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) That's his third takedown of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 02:53) Time slips away as Mueller successfully keeps Dahm stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) Mueller lies on top of Dahm, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Mueller lies on top of Dahm, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) Mueller tries a slicing elbow strike, but Dahm deflects it.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Mueller deflects a couple of punches that Dahm threw from below.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Mueller lies on top of Dahm, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) Mueller begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) Dahm allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) The scramble leaves Dahm on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:19) Dahm doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 5 - 00:19) Time slips away as Mueller successfully keeps Dahm stuck against the ground.

(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 Dahm, but only a 10-9.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse), 49-46 (Gregory C. James) and 48-47 (Christina Shaw).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Eberhard Dahm wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Eberhard Dahm defeats 'The Wrecking Ball' Lucas Mueller (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Eberhard Dahm 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 repeats his challenge to Patrik Pedersen. "You're ducking me because you know you can't beat me".

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoritoki Iwahashi (10-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -110) vs. "The Diamondback" Cory Brewer (10-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Yoritoki Iwahashi competes against 'The Diamondback' Cory Brewer in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Gregory C. James, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Brewer may have weighed in the same as Iwahashi yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Iwahashi had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab hits home from Brewer and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Iwahashi shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Iwahashi gets a single leg takedown! Brewer pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Brewer is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iwahashi off of him.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Iwahashi smothers Brewer with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Brewer stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) The clock runs down as Brewer is being smothered against the ground by Iwahashi.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Iwahashi fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Brewer tries to smother Iwahashi by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Iwahashi chooses to shoot in on Brewer.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Brewer has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Iwahashi fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Brewer tries to get double underhooks on Iwahashi so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Iwahashi smothers Brewer with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(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 Iwahashi.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Iwahashi chooses to shoot in on Brewer.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Brewer has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Brewer has yet to stop a single takedown from the three he has faced.

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Brewer stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Iwahashi smothers Brewer with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Iwahashi smothers Brewer with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:24) There's a takedown attempt from Iwahashi.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Brewer gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Iwahashi keeps Brewer guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Iwahashi doesn't allow Brewer to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Iwahashi throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Iwahashi doesn't let Brewer pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Brewer is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iwahashi off of him.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Brewer stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Iwahashi.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Iwahashi 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 - 04:48) Brewer can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Iwahashi with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Iwahashi shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Brewer has to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Iwahashi throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Brewer tries to smother Iwahashi by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Brewer stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) The clock runs down as Brewer is being smothered against the ground by Iwahashi.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) In guard, Iwahashi throws a couple of punches designed to keep Brewer guessing.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Iwahashi doesn't let Brewer pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Iwahashi chooses to shoot in on Brewer.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Brewer gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Iwahashi throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Brewer tries to smother Iwahashi by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) The clock runs down as Brewer is being smothered against the ground by Iwahashi.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Brewer stuck against the ground.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round was pretty dire, and the fans are letting the fighters know it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Iwahashi, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Brewer 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) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Brewer lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Brewer moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Iwahashi appeared to be going for a takedown, but Brewer took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Brewer can't connect with a jab, but then hits Iwahashi with a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) There's a takedown attempt from Iwahashi.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) The takedown is successful, Brewer pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Iwahashi fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Iwahashi doesn't let Brewer pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) The clock runs down as Brewer is being smothered against the ground by Iwahashi.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Brewer is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iwahashi off of him.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Brewer stuck against the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 4 - 00:37) Iwahashi comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:37) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Brewer is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Iwahashi fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Hopefully the fighters will do a little more in the next round, as that was deathly dull.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Iwahashi, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Brewer 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 - 04:55) Brewer comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Iwahashi lands a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Brewer can't connect with a jab, but then hits Iwahashi with a body kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) There's a takedown attempt from Iwahashi.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) He has the takedown! Brewer pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Brewer stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Iwahashi lies on top of Brewer, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 02:45) Iwahashi throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Brewer tries to smother Iwahashi by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 02:14) Iwahashi smothers Brewer with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Taking a few gulps of breath, Iwahashi is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Brewer throws a two-punch combo but Iwahashi avoids both.

(Rd 5 - 01:06) Brewer connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) A jab is wide from Brewer, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:41) For the first time, Brewer is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Iwahashi shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Iwahashi gets the takedown! Brewer pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) Iwahashi smothers Brewer with his body by pushing forward and down.

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

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Yoritoki Iwahashi!

 

 

Official Result: Yoritoki Iwahashi defeats 'The Diamondback' Cory Brewer (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Awful.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yoritoki Iwahashi thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters.

 

 

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CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gerardo Diez (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +670) vs. "The Unstoppable" Takahiro Nakamura (26-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -850)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Gerardo Diez taking on 'The Unstoppable' Takahiro Nakamura.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Millhouse Twain, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Diez steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Nakamura, but Diez was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Diez hits two left jabs and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Diez connects with two left hands and then catches Nakamura with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Nakamura appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Nakamura shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Diez almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Nakamura holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Nakamura can't get Diez down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Nakamura pins Diez up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Nakamura smothers Diez against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Nakamura uses dirty boxing to punish Diez while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) An ugly but effective tactic, Nakamura is pressing Diez up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Diez connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Diez moves in behind four quick punches, all of them landing, and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Nakamura.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Diez lands five of five quick punches and then hits Nakamura with a body kick.

(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 Diez.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Diez to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Nakamura 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 - 04:53) Attacking with intent, Diez scores with a flurry of four punches but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Diez comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Diez moves in behind five quick punches, all of them landing, and then hits Nakamura with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Diez lands a flurry of three quick punches but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Nakamura shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Nakamura gets a single leg takedown! Diez pulls guard off it.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) The clock runs down as Diez is being smothered against the ground by Nakamura.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) The clock runs down as Diez is being smothered against the ground by Nakamura.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Nakamura throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Diez tries to pull Nakamura in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Nakamura lies on top of Diez, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) For the moment Nakamura is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Diez tries to catch Nakamura with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Diez lands two left hands and then catches Nakamura with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Nakamura.

(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 Diez.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Diez up 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Nakamura 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 - 04:45) Nakamura may have been aiming to get in close, but Diez aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) A quick flurry of four punches from Diez sees all of them hit home and then hits Nakamura with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) Taking a few gulps of breath, Diez is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Diez comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) It looked like we were about to see Nakamura try and get some grappling started, but Diez was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Showing good hand speed, Diez lands a flurry of five punches and then catches Nakamura with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Nakamura may have been aiming to get in close, but Diez aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Attacking with a quick flurry, Diez lands five punches and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Nakamura clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) A flurry of five punches from Diez see them all connect and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Diez comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Diez fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Diez closes in on Nakamura, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Diez hits a left hand, but Nakamura avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) There's a takedown attempt from Nakamura.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Diez cannot stop the takedown and only catches Nakamura in half guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Nakamura throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Nakamura punches down at Diez, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) Diez tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Nakamura doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Nakamura throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Nakamura pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Diez, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Nakamura 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) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Stepping in, Diez throws four quick punches, two of which land, and then catches Nakamura with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Nakamura moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) A jab hits home from Diez and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Stepping in, Diez throws five quick punches, five of which land, and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) A few deep breaths betray that Diez is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Attacking with intent, Diez scores with a flurry of four punches and then hits Nakamura with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) Attacking with intent, Diez scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Diez studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Diez confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Diez comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing three of them, and then catches Nakamura with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Diez looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) Showing good hand speed, Diez lands three out of a flurry of four punches but Nakamura evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) Diez comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) Nakamura had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) A punch from Diez fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Nakamura chooses to shoot in on Diez.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) The takedown is completed, Diez is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Nakamura has now completed three takedowns.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Nakamura lies on top of Diez, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Nakamura smothers Diez with his body by pushing forward and down.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Diez took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Nakamura 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) Nakamura shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Diez cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) That's his fourth successful takedown from five attempts.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) Nakamura throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Diez tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) In side control, Nakamura catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) Diez tries to move to guard, but Nakamura doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Nakamura throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Nakamura throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Diez tries to move to guard, but Nakamura doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Nakamura throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 5 - 02:09) Diez tries to pull guard on Nakamura but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Nakamura may have been setting up to shoot, but Diez aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Diez lands two left hands and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Nakamura shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Diez is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Diez is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Nakamura off of him.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Nakamura lies on top of Diez, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) Nakamura smothers Diez with his body by pushing forward and down.

(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 Nakamura, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 49-46.

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

 

 

Official Result: Gerardo Diez defeats 'The Unstoppable' Takahiro Nakamura (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gerardo Diez thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he knows that this result is a shock but that it shows what can happen if you believe in yourself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Karate Kid" Carl Chenoweth (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: St. Elsewhere, Boston, Underdog: +140) vs. "The Coyote Kid" Floyd Haywood (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Favorite: -180)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Karate Kid' Carl Chenoweth going head to head with 'The Coyote Kid' Floyd Haywood.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Chenoweth fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Haywood with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Chenoweth comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Chenoweth confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Chenoweth can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Haywood with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Chenoweth steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Chenoweth hits a left jab and then hits Haywood with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Haywood moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Haywood misses with a big right hand, allowing Chenoweth to counter with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Chenoweth steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Haywood throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Two jabs hit home from Chenoweth and then he catches Haywood with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Chenoweth comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Chenoweth is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) A jab lands from Chenoweth but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Chenoweth stalks forward, pressuring Haywood.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Chenoweth steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Haywood.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Chenoweth fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Moving forward constantly, Chenoweth is pressuring Haywood.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Chenoweth is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Two jabs hit home from Chenoweth and then he hits Haywood with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Chenoweth hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Chenoweth attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Haywood misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Chenoweth connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Chenoweth comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Haywood misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Chenoweth hits two left jabs and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Haywood steps in, watched all the way by Chenoweth.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Chenoweth counters a right hand with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Haywood wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Chenoweth knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Haywood, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Chenoweth pounds away with right hands and Haywood is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by Chenoweth, a 10-8 round on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Chenoweth stands ready as Haywood moves in.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Haywood misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Chenoweth goes to the legs with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Blood is visible on Chenoweth, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Moving forward, Haywood looks to strike. Chenoweth stands ready.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Chenoweth slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Haywood steps in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Chenoweth slips past a right hook and counters with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Chenoweth is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Moving forward, Haywood looks to strike. Chenoweth stands ready.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Haywood misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Chenoweth acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Stepping in, Haywood looks to engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Haywood misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Chenoweth lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Chenoweth lets Haywood step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Chenoweth counters a right hand with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Haywood steps in, watched all the way by Chenoweth.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Haywood misses with a big right hand, allowing Chenoweth to counter with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Chenoweth acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Chenoweth confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Haywood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Chenoweth took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Chenoweth fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Chenoweth.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) We're back underway!

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Haywood comes in to engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Haywood lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Haywood steps in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Haywood misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Haywood moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Chenoweth counters a right hand with two jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Haywood comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Haywood scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Chenoweth uses a left jab and also lands a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Chenoweth glances at the clock.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) A jab hits home from Chenoweth and then he catches Haywood with a right hook.

(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 Chenoweth, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Chenoweth up 20-17 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) It looked like we were about to see Haywood try and get some grappling started, but Chenoweth was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Chenoweth can't connect with a jab, but then catches Haywood with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Haywood steps in, watched all the way by Chenoweth.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Chenoweth slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a wicked right head kick!

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Haywood wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Chenoweth knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Haywood, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Chenoweth pounds away and Haywood eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Chenoweth tries to ensnare Haywood in an armbar.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Haywood blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Chenoweth counters an attempt by Haywood to sweep him by taking his back!

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Chenoweth gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Chenoweth pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Chenoweth maintains his hooks, despite Haywood trying to break them.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Chenoweth pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Chenoweth tries to finish Haywood off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) Haywood doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Chenoweth tries to pound on Haywood, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Haywood struggles against Chenoweth but cannot get himself free from the hooks.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Chenoweth pounds away but Haywood deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Chenoweth pounds away, but Haywood calmly deals with them.

(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 Chenoweth.

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

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Haywood looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Chenoweth simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) A jab is wide from Chenoweth, but then he lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Haywood is knocked down!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Chenoweth knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Haywood, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Chenoweth fires away and Haywood is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) The referee pulls Chenoweth away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Carl Chenoweth takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Karate Kid' Carl Chenoweth defeats 'The Coyote Kid' Floyd Haywood (TKO (Strikes) in 0:26 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Carl Chenoweth thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Carl Chenoweth gives a show of respect to his opponent. Carl Chenoweth is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Rock Steady" Gordon Idle (12-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Favorite: -1010) vs. Nod Palli (5-1, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +800)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Rock Steady' Gordon Idle battling Nod Palli.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Idle doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Palli is off target with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Palli doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Idle lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Idle lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Palli hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Palli counters a right hand with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Idle slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Palli hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Idle scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Idle dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Good effort there, that was a very exciting round to watch. More please!

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Idle 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 - 04:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Palli lands a left jab but comes up short on a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Idle lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Palli misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Idle to attack with a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Idle is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Palli throws a leg kick but it gets checked.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Idle dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Palli is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Idle lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Blood is visible on Palli, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Idle dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Palli misses with a big right hand, allowing Idle to counter with a quick left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Palli is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Palli comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Idle hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Palli throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Idle slips past a right hook and counters with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Palli connects with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Idle uses a left jab and also nails a vicious right cross!

(Rd 2 - 00:05) He's down! Palli falls to the floor!

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Idle quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Palli!

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

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

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Palli is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:47) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Palli misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Idle comes in with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Palli comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Idle hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Palli throws a one-two, but Idle was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Idle is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

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

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Palli lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Idle finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Standing and trading is not working for Palli, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 02:48) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:48) Palli lands a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 3 - 02:48) Idle scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Palli misses with a big right hand, allowing Idle to counter with a left jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) Idle slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) The gash under the eye of Palli has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:46) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Palli misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Idle attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand.

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

(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 have to give that round to Idle, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Palli 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 Palli.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Palli hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Idle hits a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Palli stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Idle is trying to push Palli so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) He does so and now has Palli pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Idle smothers Palli against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Idle catches Palli with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Idle pins Palli up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) Idle looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) The takedown is completed, Palli is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) In guard, Idle throws a couple of punches designed to keep Palli guessing.

(Rd 4 - 02:39) Idle tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:39) Idle gets past, but Palli stops him at half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:00) Idle pounds away on Palli, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) Idle attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) Palli is really working hard on the ground to slow down Idle, he really had to work hard to get to side control.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Palli doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Idle begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) He can't get the mount as Palli rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Idle tries to put Palli in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Palli doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Idle, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Palli 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 - 04:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Palli misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Idle finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Idle uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Palli as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Idle uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Palli as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Idle hits Palli with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Idle is trying to push Palli so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Idle manages it and controls Palli up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Breathing very hard, Idle is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Palli gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Palli is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Palli takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) Palli is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Idle hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) Idle hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Idle catches Palli with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:14) Palli gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:02) Palli is trapped against the cage and Idle punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:50) Idle pins Palli up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Palli is trapped against the cage and Idle punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Idle scores with a left hook. Palli lands a left jab but doesn't get a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Palli gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Idle uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Idle is trying to muscle Palli up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Idle manages it and controls Palli up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) Idle looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) Palli is trapped against the cage and Idle hits him with a short left uppercut.

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

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

(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 winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Rock Steady' Gordon Idle!

 

 

Official Result: 'Rock Steady' Gordon Idle defeats Nod Palli (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gordon Idle thanks everyone connected to London Kick Boxing Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Gordon Idle says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Nod Palli.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Ice Cold Swede" Lukas Mellberg (19-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Nasty" Nigel Collett (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Yeovil, England, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Ice Cold Swede' Lukas Mellberg facing 'Nasty' Nigel Collett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Millhouse Twain, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) A jab is wide from Collett, but then he scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Mellberg hits two tentative right hands, neither with anything behind them.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Collett can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Collett comes in fast with three quick punches, landing one of them, and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Collett connects with a nice jab and then hits Mellberg with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Collett comes in fast with three quick punches, landing two of them, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Mellberg, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Collett throws a punch but Mellberg avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Collett lands a right hand and then lands a left hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Collett hits a right jab and then hits Mellberg with a left to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Mellberg shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) He has the takedown! Collett pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Mellberg looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Mellberg tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Mellberg gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Mellberg fires away with elbows, but only a few actually find their way through and even those are only glancing blows.

(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 Collett.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Mellberg, 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 - 04:49) Collett steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Collett lands a jab and then scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) There's a takedown attempt from Mellberg.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Mellberg attempts an americana.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Mellberg gets the americana fully applied and Collett has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 03:39) By submission, the winner is Lukas Mellberg!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Ice Cold Swede' Lukas Mellberg defeats 'Nasty' Nigel Collett (Submission (Americana) in 1:21 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lukas Mellberg gives a name-check to everyone at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Lukas Mellberg says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Benny "The Jet" Danare (12-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Gracefield, Quebec, Favorite: -1120) vs. Kyle "The Guillotine" Sagal (7-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +890)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Benny 'The Jet' Danare against Kyle 'The Guillotine' Sagal.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Danare confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Danare lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Setting it up well, Sagal shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Sagal gets a single leg takedown! Danare pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Sagal throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Sagal uses a shoulder smash to keep Danare down.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Sagal throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Danare tries to smother Sagal by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Sagal clings very tight to Danare while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Danare tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Sagal.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Sagal keeps tight to Danare, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Danare smothers Sagal with close control, stopping him from posturing up.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Sagal chooses to shoot in on Danare.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Danare doesn't fight the takedown, he is content to pull guard and work off his back.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Sagal throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Danare moves to secure rubber guard, but cannot as Sagal is fighting it too hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Sagal clings very tight to Danare while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Danare grabs his own leg, moving to mission control of rubber guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Danare attempts to sweep Sagal from rubber guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Danare sweeps Sagal over, taking full mount in one fluid motion!

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Danare tries to ensnare Sagal in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Sagal stacks up Danare and punches away until he stops the armbar attempt. Sagal gets side control off it.

(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 Sagal.

(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) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Danare can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Danare fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Sagal with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Sagal comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) The takedown is completed, Danare is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Sagal throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Danare tries to move to rubber guard, but Sagal doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Sagal keeps tight to Danare, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Sagal gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Sagal keeps very tight to Danare, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Danare grabs his own leg, utilising the rubber guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Danare tries to sweep Sagal.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Danare sweeps Sagal over, taking full mount in one fluid motion!

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Danare attempts an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Danare gets the armbar fully applied and Sagal has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 01:36) By submission, the winner is Benny Danare!

 

 

Official Result: Benny 'The Jet' Danare defeats Kyle 'The Guillotine' Sagal (Submission (Armbar) in 3:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Benny Danare gives a name-check to everyone at Team Desire, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Lightning Kid" Fumiaki Hayashi (19-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Favorite: -590) vs. Campbell "Crash" Crane (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Underdog: +470)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Lightning Kid' Fumiaki Hayashi fighting Campbell 'Crash' Crane.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Hayashi connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Crane shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Hayashi almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Crane holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Crane uses the position to drive Hayashi up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Crane tries to maintain control, but Hayashi wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Hayashi throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Crane is equal to all of them.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Hayashi was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught!

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Seizing his chance, Crane attempts a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) The takedown is unsuccessful, Hayashi pulled his leg free and stepped back to safety.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Hayashi throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Seizing the opportunity, Crane clinches.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Using his wrestling skills, Crane is trying to push Hayashi up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Hayashi ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Crane tries to smother Hayashi against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Crane scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Hayashi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Crane is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Hayashi quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Crane!

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

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Hayashi uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Hayashi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Crane with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) A jab hits home from Hayashi and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Hayashi lands a left jab, but Crane avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Hayashi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) It looks like Crane has been cut under the eye.

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

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

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

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Hayashi hits a left hand, but Crane avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Two jabs hit home from Hayashi and then he hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!

(Rd 2 - 04:31) He's down! Crane falls to the floor!

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Without hesitation, Hayashi goes to finish Crane off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Hayashi viciously stomps and kicks away at the stunned Crane but somehow can't put him away!

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Hayashi has to step back to avoid an up-kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:47) Hayashi looks to get on top of Crane.

(Rd 2 - 03:47) Hayashi comes around the raised legs and gets side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Hayashi tries to lock Crane in an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Crane defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Hayashi blocks Crane as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Hayashi uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Hayashi starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) He goes for the mount but Crane starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) The scramble sees Crane up first, only to be grabbed in a waist lock from behind.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Hayashi looks to drive Crane up against the cage, but can't bully Crane around.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Under back control, Crane struggles free and returns to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Hayashi is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Crane isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Hayashi uses a left jab, but the body kick follow-up is telegraphed and allows Crane to grab it!

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Crane tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Hayashi cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Crane lies on top of Hayashi, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) The clock runs down as Hayashi is being smothered against the ground by Crane.

(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 Hayashi.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Hayashi up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Hayashi fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) A jab hits home from Hayashi and then he hits Crane with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Hayashi moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) A punch from Hayashi fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Moving around, Crane is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Hayashi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Hayashi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Crane with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Moving around, Crane is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Hayashi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Crane with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Hayashi lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) A jab is wide from Hayashi, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Hayashi lands a jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:49) Crane looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Hayashi simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 01:49) Hayashi fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Crane immediately covers up and tries to retreat, only to end up against the cage! I think that he is dazed!

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Crane somehow dodges a vicious overhand right.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Crane circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Hayashi 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 - 01:23) Hayashi lands two left hands and then catches Crane with a stunning right hook!

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Crane has a smashed up nose from that blow, there's blood dripping down.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) That's going to cause Crane some major problems with his breathing.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) It's a knock out! Crane is down and out!

(Rd 3 - 01:04) The winner, by knock out; Fumiaki Hayashi!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Lightning Kid' Fumiaki Hayashi defeats Campbell 'Crash' Crane (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:56 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Fumiaki Hayashi thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He takes the microphone and calls out Go Yamamoto again, repeating that "he won't fight me because he'll knows that I'll win". Fumiaki Hayashi is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Wing Chun Superstar" Motoki Hojo (21-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -520) vs. Hatsu Nishijima (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Saitama, Japan, Underdog: +410)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Wing Chun Superstar' Motoki Hojo going up against Hatsu Nishijima.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Millhouse Twain, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Hojo hits a couple of minor left hands, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Hojo stalks forward, pressuring Nishijima.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Hojo bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Hojo lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Hojo dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Hojo comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Nishijima lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Hojo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Hojo lands a jab and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Moving forward constantly, Hojo is pressuring Nishijima.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Hojo avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Hojo throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Nishijima avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Hojo comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Nishijima hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Hojo lands a jab and then he hits Nishijima with a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Hojo connects with two left jabs, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Hojo comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Hojo avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Hojo connects with a jab but Nishijima evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Hojo misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Nishijima doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Hojo steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Nishijima tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Hojo lands a jab and then he hits Nishijima with a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Hojo moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Nishijima into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Nishijima lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Hojo connects with a nice jab and then he hits Nishijima with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Hojo comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Nishijima hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Hojo opens Nishijima up with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) A jab is wide from Hojo, but then he lands a nice right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Covering up, Nishijima backs off on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Hojo moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Nishijima goes down!

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Hojo senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Hojo starts unloading with massive rights and Nishijima is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 00:44) With Nishijima taking a beating, referee Leo Behan has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:33) By TKO, the winner is Motoki Hojo!

Official Result: 'The Wing Chun Superstar' Motoki Hojo defeats Hatsu Nishijima (TKO (Strikes) in 4:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Motoki Hojo thanks everyone connected to Dojo of Zui Quan for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Motoki Hojo says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Hatsu Nishijima. He knows exactly how to handle these sorts of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Fiyero Lermontov (18-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Omsk, Russia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jose Gonzales (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Fiyero Lermontov goes head to head with Jose Gonzales.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Gregory C. James, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Lermontov feints one way and then the other, throwing Gonzales off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Gonzales misses a right hook and gets countered with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a right hand to the body that is too short.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Lermontov slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a wicked right head kick!

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Gonzales is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Lermontov knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Gonzales, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Lermontov pounds away with right hands and Gonzales is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Lermontov tries to lock Gonzales in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Lermontov gets a kimura fully applied!

(Rd 1 - 03:45) No! Gonzales manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Lermontov still has side control though.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Lermontov tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Gonzales tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Lermontov tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Gonzales fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Gonzales tries to move Lermontov off his back but can't.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Lermontov increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Lermontov pounds away, landing several clean blows on Gonzales in the process.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Lermontov, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Lermontov has Gonzales flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Fiyero Lermontov takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Fiyero Lermontov defeats Jose Gonzales (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Fiyero Lermontov praises his team at Mantas Andreyev fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Jake Keane would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"El Diablo" Luis Basora (23-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Barcelona, Spain, Favorite: -750) vs. Charles "Rogue" Stiles (17-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +590)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'El Diablo' Luis Basora fights Charles 'Rogue' Stiles in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Gregory C. James, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Stiles is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. Basora scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Stiles misses with a left jab but lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Basora misses a jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Stiles comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Basora throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Stiles feints to one side, causing Basora to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Stiles can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Stiles throws two punches but Basora has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Stiles shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Stiles throws a two punch combination but Basora maintains his good guard and is safe.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Stiles shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Stiles hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. Basora lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Stiles comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Basora hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Stiles throws a two-punch combo but Basora avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Stiles forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Basora lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Stiles throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Stiles throws a two punch combination but Basora maintains his good guard and is safe.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Stiles bobs and weaves, making two punches miss.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Stiles glances at the clock, grimacing slightly.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Basora misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Stiles to attack with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(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 Basora.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Basora 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 Stiles from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) A jab hits home from Stiles and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Stiles lands a left jab but can't get a kick to the body. Basora uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Stiles throws a punch but Basora was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Basora seizes the chance and shoots in on Stiles.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) The takedown is completed, Stiles is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Basora throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Basora throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Stiles tries to sweep Basora but can't do it.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Basora throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Stiles applies double underhooks and keeps Basora from launching any attacks.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Time slips away as Basora successfully keeps Stiles stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Basora smothers Stiles with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Stiles misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Stiles throws a two punch combination but Basora maintains his good guard and is safe.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Basora throws two quick punches but Stiles has good movement and avoids them.

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

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Basora 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) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Basora hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Stiles hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Shoulders hunched, Stiles studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Basora connects with a left hand. Stiles hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Stiles comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Basora manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Stiles hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Stiles is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Stiles scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Basora lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Basora misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Stiles attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) It looks like Basora has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Stiles attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Basora manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Stiles feints to one side, causing Basora to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Stiles connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Stiles attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Basora hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Stiles throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Stiles can't get past the good guard of Basora, two punches were simply absorbed.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Stiles lets two punches sail past, his head movement proving far too good for Basora.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Stiles steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Basora fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Stiles throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Stiles is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Basora misses a jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) Setting it up well, Basora shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) He has the takedown! Stiles pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:06) The clock runs down as Stiles is being smothered against the ground by Basora.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Basora 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 Stiles will be able to take the victory without a finish.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Basora 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 - 04:51) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Basora had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Stiles can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Basora with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Stiles comes forward.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Basora lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Stiles feints to one side, causing Basora to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Stiles throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Stiles misses with a big right hand, allowing Basora to counter with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Taking a few gulps of breath, Basora is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 03:03) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Stiles clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Stiles gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Basora looks to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) He sweeps the leg and turns his hip, tossing Stiles to the mat with a beautiful hip throw!

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Stiles gives up his back. (Rd 4 - 02:13) Basora attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Basora gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Stiles has to tap out!

(Rd 4 - 01:55) 'El Diablo' Luis Basora takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'El Diablo' Luis Basora defeats Charles 'Rogue' Stiles (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:05 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Luis Basora praises his team at Euro Team Thunder, 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. The interview itself wasn't great, but he is handsome enough that he doesn't need to be a particularly good talker.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Man With No Nickname" Sean Morrison (30-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Louisville, Kentucky, Favorite: -1200) vs. Cole Moor (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, Alabama, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Man With No Nickname' Sean Morrison faces Cole Moor in the CTC Lightweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Gregory C. James, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A defensive jab hits from Morrison.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Moor.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Moor throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Moor comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Morrison may have been aiming to get in close, but Moor aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) A one-two from Moor fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Morrison aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) A jab is wide from Moor, but then he catches Morrison with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Morrison appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Morrison seizes the chance and grabs Moor into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Morrison is trying to muscle Moor up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Morrison manages it and controls Moor up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Morrison has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Moor to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Morrison sweeps the legs and takes Moor down, hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Moor ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Morrison, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Morrison tries to ensnare Moor in a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) The guillotine choke is locked in, deep enough that Moor has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Sean Morrison takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Man With No Nickname' Sean Morrison defeats Cole Moor (Submission (Guillotine) in 2:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sean Morrison thanks everyone connected to Animal House for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Sean Morrison says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

Attendance: 241

Gate Reciepts: $19,087

Sponsorship: $22,611

Ad Revenue: $325,284

Merchandise: $3,822

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $219,207)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Sean Morrison             $47,500      Cole Moor                $1,968       SotN: Morrison: $5,000
Luis Basora               $17,000      Charles Stiles           $4,428
Fiyero Lermontov          $7,310       Jose Gonzales            $1,845
Motoki Hojo               $18,295      Hatsu Nishijima          $2,090
Fumiaki Hayashi           $22,076      Campbell Crane           $1,598       KotN: Hayashi: $5,000
Benny Danare              $4,009       Kyle Sagal               $1,598
Lukas Mellberg            $21,970      Nigel Collett            $16,598      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             Perf: Both: $5,000
Gordon Idle               $3,834       Nod Palli                $1,722
Carl Chenoweth            $2,961       Floyd Haywood            $2,090
Gerardo Diez              $2,614       Takahiro Nakamura        $4,182
Yoritoki Iwahashi         $1,998       Cory Brewer              $1,332
Eberhard Dahm             $2,306       Lucas Mueller            $2,152
Vladimir Baskov           $6,998       Milenko Rudonja          $2,255       Perf: Baskov: $5,000
Mal Beswick               $2,306       Jochen Bellof            $1,332
Gene Oakley               $7,152       Ahmed Mohamed Farag      $1,435       Perf: Oakley: $5,000
Yoshitomo Horigome        $2,613       Clinton Kent             $1,640

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $21,047

 

Profit: $112,534

 

Critical Rating: 76%

Commercial Rating: 60%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +3.0%             84.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 +3.6%             86.5% (High Level Regional)
UK                  +1.0%             74.5% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.5%             43.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia          Unchanged          60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +1.3%             55.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +2.2%             48.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +1.3%             43.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +2.2%             50.0% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +3.6%             59.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +3.6%             49.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.5%             22.2% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- Mal Beswick suffered broken fingers in his victory over Jochen Bellof, and will miss three weeks of training. This should not affect his ability to continue in the tournament.

- Vladimir Baskov suffered a broken nose in his victory over Milenko Rudonja, and will miss a week of training. This should not affect his ability to continue in the tournament.

- The following fighter have been cut from the CTC after their elimination from the tournament: Cole Moor, Charles Stiles, Jose Gonzales, Hatsu Nishijima, Campbell Crane, Kyle Sagal, Nigel Collett, Nod Palli, Floyd Haywood, Takahiro Nakamura, Lucas Mueller, Milenko Rudonja, Jochen Bellof, Ahmed Mohamed Farag, and Clinton Kent.

- The services of Cory Brewer have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

- The drug test results from Canadian Tournament Combat 25 have come in, and all the fighters tested clean.

- The drug test results from Canadian Tournament Combat 26 have come in, and all the fighters tested clean.

- SIGMA have closed their Lightweight division due to a lack of available fighters.

- ALPHA-1 have closed their Middleweight division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

 

 

Confirmed Fights For CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round (Round of 64)

Sukarno vs. Jackson Mollusck

Korekiyo Anzai vs. Chan Kim Huat

Datuk Ong Ka Ting vs. Masayoshi Tatsuko

Chakrit Mamanee vs. Yoshinori Morishita

Naizen Hamacho vs. Rupert Lennox

Elvis Milissis vs. Aaron McBroom

Go Yamamoto vs. Rodolphe Gygax

Bud Brockett vs. Folke Dahlen

Atep of Indonesia vs. Irving Braun

Glen Siemaszko vs. Nicholas Bretton

Luke Hilton vs. Patrik Pedersen

Georges Nouri vs. Norihide Kusonoki

Brandon Sugar vs. Lubos Plasil

H.M. Menzel vs. Fujimaro Hidaka

Bruce Steven vs. Gregory O'Hara

Branco vs. Ren Akai

Jake Keane vs. Harald Hubner

Tarcisio Dantas vs. Heikichi Shimizu

Truck Gleeson vs. Tim Oldacres

Seth O'Breen vs. Shiko Taka

Helio vs. Sid Morgan

Erico Gil vs. Duane Weatherly

Doug Hansen vs. Adenor Togni

Manoel Cabral vs. Yaichiro Munakata

Fiyero Lermontov vs. Mal Beswick

Yoritoki Iwahashi vs. Gene Oakley

Lukas Mellberg vs. Gordon Idle

Motoki Hojo vs. Yoshitomo Horigome

Luis Basora vs. Vladimir Baskov

Fumiaki Hayashi vs. Carl Chenoweth

Sean Morrison vs. Eberhard Dahm

Benny Danare vs. Gerardo Diez

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Friday, Week 2, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Philip "Kid" Ziskie (22-2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tommy "Sting" Ray (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #129, Underdog: +950)

Philip Ziskie is widely considered the best Featherweight in the world, and has found great success due to his combination of high-intensity striking, solid freestyle wrestling, and a devastating left hand. Add in his looks, and natural easy-going charisma and you have one of the most marketable men in the sport. XCC's poster boy, he is a former two-time champion for them. He is coming off the first defence of his second XCC Featherweight title run, a fourth round submission victory over Anthony Ray Shenkman. Tommy Ray comes from a high level kick boxing background, and is a handful when it comes to striking, being particularly known for his powerful leg kicks. On top of his striking, Ray has also worked extensively on his grappling in order to make him harder to take down. He won a Unanimous Decision over Graeme Spark in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ward Maloprop vs. Jinzaburo Iseki in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (14-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -1030) vs. Clint "Honey Badger" Royle (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #121, Underdog: +820)

Sammy Gaffigan was originally a kick boxer, but toured the Far East during his early twenties and picked up many different martial arts techniques. He has successfully blended them together to make a unique but highly dangerous style, one that places the emphasis on staying calm and utilizing precision strikes for maximum damage. A star with XCC, he is a former Featherweight champion and is famous for producing dramatic, exciting fights. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Frank Romita in XCC. Clint Royle is a fighter with an old school style, a grappler whose entire gameplan revolves around getting top control over an opponent so that he can work towards a submission. The Texan is particularly known for his ability with leglocks. He won by first round submission over Shiba Inaba in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rory McEnterry vs. Bobby Castillo in the Third Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Snorri Gunnarsson (24-6-1NC, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -1200) vs. Stewart "Pressure" Point (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #120, Underdog: +950)

Snorri Gunnarsson is one of the top Featherweights in Europe and is particularly well known for his trilogy of bouts with Lars Bohlin over the SIGMA Featherweight Title. A high level grappler, he likes to either punish people from the clinch or take them down and pound them into defeat with punches and elbows. A master strategist, he is one of the toughest opponents in the world to face at 145lbs. He is on a two fight losing streak, a Split Decision and Unanimous Decision loss to Lars Bohlin in SIGMA Featherweight title bouts. Stewart Points comes to MMA after putting together a very good record as an amateur wrestler. Noted for his extraordinary conditioning, Point loves to try and overwhelm opponents with constant attacks based around takedowns and stifling top control. He won a Unanimous Decision over Moronobu Nagano in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jan Ilic vs. Olly Whiskerton in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yoshiro Makamori (11-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tan Su (15-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #113, Underdog: +950)

Yoshiro Makamori is a star-in-the-making at Featherweight, and is an excellent submission artist who has also developed good boxing skills (albeit with little stopping power) to give himself some versatility. A rebel through and through, he has fast become the bad boy of Japanese Featherweight MMA. He got his first ever title shot in 1999, facing the great Tomohiro Takeuchi for the KDMFC Featherweight title, but was unable to take the belt and suffered his first pro defeat in the process. A further defeat to Masahiro Maeno in 2001 has left his career at a crossroads. Tan Su is a rugged Chinese boxer who loves to brawl, whose style is to come out swinging and not stop. This exciting style has made him quite popular, but it's predictability has led to him racking up a decidedly mediocre win-loss record. He won by first round TKO over Sebastiao Nebaco in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of James Busfield vs. Gregg Grable in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Francesco Marazzina (22-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -870) vs. Hisamitsu "Japanese Punk" Sasaki (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #112, Underdog: +690)

Francesco Marazzina is a veteran competitor, who is highly skilled at Judo and uses that as the basis of his MMA style. He is noted for the quality of his guillotine choke and also his fantastic ability to sweep opponents from guard. He has been one of the mainstays of SIGMA's Featherweight division since it opened, although he has never been able to crack the top end of the division. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Jason Dalglish in SIGMA. Hisamitsu Sasaki is a submission specialist who fights at Featherweight, although he's small even for that division. His favorite techniques are leglocks, and he is particularly adept at applying them during scrambles to get surprise tapouts. He won by first round submission over Yasuhide Yunokawa in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ivan Bokhour vs. Daniel Litton in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Chan Wan Wah (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -660) vs. Buck "Golden" Graham (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Underdog: +520)

Chan Wan Wah is a Muay Thai champion from Malaysia, who is known for his vicious kicks and the incredible destruction he can cause if he can lock his opponent up in the Muay Thai plum. His mediocre wrestling and ground game are definite weak points that opponents can try to exploit, but getting close enough means wading into his kicks, not something many will be happy to do. His career peak so far has been getting a KDMFC Featherweight title shot in 2000, although he came out on the lose end of his battle with the great Tomohiro Takeuchi. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Cong Dun in KDMFC. Buck Graham is a decent kick boxer, who is at his happiest when he can stand and engage with his opponent. His striking is decent enough, albeit not at a high enough level to really trouble an elite opponent, but his weaknesses in all the other areas of MMA are what trips him up. He won a nine round Unanimous Decision victory over Jay Dorridge in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Lucky Lyman vs. Beau LuPone in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Greg Chiang (18-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Favorite: -690) vs. Pat "Blue Boy" Troy (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #153, Underdog: +550)

Greg Chiang is powerfully built for a Featherweight, in fact he is a naturally big Lightweight who is fantastic at cutting weight without it affecting his performance level). He is a wrestler who likes to come in and overwhelm his opponents with raw power. He is best known as a regular with KDMFC where he is one of the toughest tests any member of the Featherweight division can face. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ikeda Kenkichio in KDMFC. Pat Troy is one for the future, a young Jiu-Jitsu fighter from New Orleans. His main claim to fame so far has been having the worst hair in MMA, although some of the submission wins he has claimed on the regional circuit would come a close second. He won by third round TKO over Zhao Pau in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ikeda Kenkichio vs. Geoff Taggart in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Lucky Lyman (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -310) vs. "The Dark Lord" Beau LuPone (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #88, Underdog: +240)

Lucky Lyman is a fleet-footed Featherweight who uses his quick hands and good boxing to out-strike his opponents. Difficult to catch, he's a tough opponent to figure out on his feet. However his weakness, a lack of power, and poor grappling and ground skills, mean that he can be beaten with a solid strategy. After racking up an 8-0 record at the local level, XCC signed him in May 2001. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Francisco Jimenez in XCC. Beau LuPone is a theatrically-inclined, gothic-inspired young kick boxer from Canada. He is decent on his feet, with some good kicks in his arsenal, but is let down by an atrocious ground game. Until he fixes that glaring flaw he will likely never get out of the regional scene. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Chan Wan Wah vs. Buck Graham in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Rory "Maradona" McEnterry (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Favorite: -130) vs. Bobby Castillo (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +100)

Rory McEnterry is nick-named Maradona because, like the footballer, he has magical feet, coming from his kick boxing background. Highly energetic, he is a fun fighter to watch, but desperately needs to start cross-training in some other martial arts as his grappling and ground games are truly atrocious. He was signed by XCC in 2000. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Francisco Jimenez in XCC. Bobby Castillo is a Mexican kick boxer, who is known mostly for the speed at which he can execute kicks, they seem to flash out of nowhere. He doesn't possess knock out power, but he can cause some serious pain. Sadly he is very one dimensional, and opponents who can get past his strikes don't have much to fear. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sammy Gaffigan vs. Clint Royle in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: James "Buster" Busfield (9-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Underdog: +260) vs. "The G Man" Gregg Grable (23-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Favorite: -330)

James Busfield trained in Muay Thai as a teen, and was a natural to enter MMA. A dangerous striker who loves to use his elbows and knees to batter opponents, his one glaring weakness has been his mental fragility, too often he seems unmotivated or just plain lazy, and his apparent disinclination to train properly has seen his once-promising career tail off dramatically. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Lamont Banner in XCC. Gregg Grable is one of MMA's veterans, who is a solid wrestler from Florida. For most of his career he has fought as an under-sized Lightweight, but in recent years he has taken advantage of the big increase in both quality and quantity of fighters at Featherweight to drop down to his more natural weight class. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yoshiro Makamori vs. Tan Su in the Third Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Archer" Ivan Bokhour (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -900) vs. "The Colorado Cobra" Daniel Litton (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +710)

Ivan Bokhour is a student of the game, and has trained in a number of disciplines and so definately puts to "mixed" in Mixed Martial Arts. A natural Featherweight, he has been fighting in that division for XCC since late 1997. He is coming off just his second career loss, a Unanimous Decision loss to Wallace Everett in XCC. Daniel Litton is an all-rounder who is, at best, mediocre in most aspects of the sport. As a result, he is likely to struggle in MMA unless he experiences a remarkable jump in skill levels. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Francesco Marazzina vs. Hisamitsu Sasaki in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jan "Thunderbolt" Ilic (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Underdog: +190) vs. Olly "Mister" Whiskerton (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Favorite: -240)

Jan Ilic is a Polish Featherweight, who got the nickname "Thunderbolt" thanks to his devastating right hand which contains enormous power. He tends to use Sprawl and Brawl tactics and is always on the lookout for an opporunity to throw his main weapon. An exciting prospect, SIGMA signed him in March 2001 only to see him lose his undefeated record and go 0-2 in his first two fights. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Colm Dee in SIGMA. Olly Whiskerton is a rookie Featherweight, who debuted in 2001 having been trained by the coaching team at War Dogs. It's not clear at this early stage of his career what sort of potential he has, but his background in Shaolin Kung Fu should ensure that he has some serious skills at his disposal. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Snorri Gunnarsson vs. Stewart Point in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Alvaro "The Hornet" Negredo (22-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -340) vs. Kenshin Hamamoto (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Underdog: +270)

Alvaro Negredo is a kick boxer by trade, who earned the nickname "The Hornet" from his stinging leg kicks and elusive striking nature. He's nowhere near an elite level fighter, not even when hit comes to his kick boxing, but he is good enough to cause mid-level oppoenents a lot of headaches. He has twice competed for the SIGMA Featherweight title, which remains his career highlights thus far. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Pedro Alves in SIGMA. Kenshin Hamamoto is a decent Featherweight, who can stand with most people thanks to his extensive kick boxing background, but if the fight turns into anything other than a striking battle then he's toast. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Cong Dun vs. Teruaki Ogi in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ikeda "Kid" Kenkichio (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -1060) vs. Geoff "Hard Case" Taggart (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +840)

Ikeda Kenkichio looks set to be another addition to Japan's strong presence in the Featherweight division, and should be a top contender in the future. A fine striker with good bases in both wrestling and submissions, he is a very tough opponent to face. He joined KDMFC shortly after it began, and has slowly been working his way up the rankings in their extremely tough Featherweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Greg Chiang in KDMFC. Geoff Taggart is an American of Scottish decent, who is a tough and scrappy Featherweight who loves a good brawl. Trained as a kick boxer, he likes to mix up his punches and kicks to keep his opponents guessing. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Greg Chiang vs. Pat Troy in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Serpent King" Cong Dun (13-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Underdog: +150) vs. Teruaki "King" Ogi (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Favorite: -190)

Cong Dun is a highly regarded Pencak Silat fighter, who started entering MMA contests in 1993. His deadly head kicks are feared by all, and the big height advantage he has over almost all other Featherweights allows him to strike from great distance. He has been fighting for KDMFC since 1997, and even got as far as a title shot against the great Tomohiro Takeuchi, but since the he has struggled, and age appears to be finally taking it's toll on his skills and atheltic ability. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to Chan Wan Wah in KDMFC. Teruaki Ogi is a Featherweight fighter, who is a Jiu-Jitsu competitor who has dangerous submissions and a very active guard, but whose woeful stand-up is a major and easily exploited flaw. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Alvaro Negredo vs. Kenshin Hamamoto in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ward "Dizzy" Maloprop (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Favorite: -300) vs. Jinzaburo Iseki (11-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Underdog: +230)

Ward Maloprop was a good amateur boxer, considered one of the hottest young prospects in America at one point. He decided to switch sports in 2000 and promptly went into a year of intensive training to become a proper mixed martial artist. His lightning fast hands remain his most potent weapon, but he does have enough wrestling now to keep himself out of danger most of the time. Jinzaburo Iseki is a Featherweight competitor, who is a very limited brawler who offers little in the way of a threat, particularly as he doesn't even really have very heavy hands with which to pose a danger when standing. Generally he's fodder for younger, more skilled fighters. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Philip Ziskie vs. Tommy Ray in the Third Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Philip Ziskie (145 lbs) vs. Tommy Ray (145 lbs)

Sammy Gaffigan (145 lbs) vs. Clint Royle (145 lbs)

Snorri Gunnarsson (145 lbs) vs. Stewart Point (145 lbs)

Yoshiro Makamori (145 lbs) vs. Tan Su (145 lbs)

Francesco Marazzina (145 lbs) vs. Hisatmitsu Sasaki (145 lbs)

Chan Wan Wah (145 lbs) vs. Buck Graham (145 lbs)

Greg Chiang (145 lbs) vs. Pat Troy (145 lbs)

Lucky Lyman (145 lbs) vs. Beau Lupone (145 lbs)

Rory McEnterry (145 lbs) vs. Bobby Castillo (145 lbs)

James Busfield (145 lbs) vs. Gregg Grable (145 lbs)

Ivan Bokhour (145 lbs) vs. Daniel Litton (145 lbs)

Jan Ilic (145 lbs) vs. Olly Whiskerton (145 lbs)

Alvaro Negredo (145 lbs) vs. Kenshin Hamamoto (145 lbs)

Ikeda Kenkichio (145 lbs) vs. Geoff Taggart (145 lbs)

Cong Dun (145 lbs) vs. Teruaki Ogi (145 lbs)

Ward Maloprop (145 lbs) vs. Jinzaburo Iseki (145 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 29 Full Fight Card

FW: Philip Ziskie vs. Tommy Ray

FW: Sammy Gaffigan vs. Clint Royle

FW: Snorri Gunnarsson vs. Stewart Point

FW: Yoshiro Makamori vs. Tan Su

FW: Francesco Marazzina vs. Hisamitsu Sasaki

FW: Chan Wan Wah vs. Buck Graham

FW: Greg Chiang vs. Pat Troy

FW: Lucky Lyman vs. Beau LuPone

FW: Rory McEnterry vs. Bobby Castillo

FW: James Busfield vs. Gregg Grable

 

FW: Ivan Bokhour vs. Daniel Litton

FW: Jan Ilic vs. Olly Whiskerton

FW: Alvaro Negredo vs. Kenshin Hamamoto

FW: Ikeda Kenkichio vs. Geoff Taggart

FW: Cong Dun vs. Teruaki Ogi

FW: Ward Maloprop vs. Jinzaburo Iseki

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Friday, Week 2, June 2002

 

 

Live From Winnipeg, Manitoba

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ward "Dizzy" Maloprop (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Davenport, Iowa, Favorite: -300) vs. Jinzaburo Iseki (11-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +230)

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which Ward 'Dizzy' Maloprop takes on Jinzaburo Iseki.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Maloprop doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Iseki steps in, watched all the way by Maloprop.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Maloprop hits a right jab and also hits a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Iseki steps in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Maloprop counters a right hand with a jab and a left hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Iseki steps in, watched all the way by Maloprop.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Iseki misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with quick jabs that are followed by a nice left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Iseki steps in, watched all the way by Maloprop.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Maloprop slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Stepping in, Iseki looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Iseki hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Maloprop lands a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Iseki comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Iseki uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Maloprop lands a right jab and also connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Stepping in, Iseki looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Maloprop slips past a right hook and counters with a clean left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Moving forward, Iseki looks to strike. Maloprop stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Iseki misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Maloprop comes in with a quick right jab and a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Maloprop stands ready as Iseki moves in.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Iseki misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Maloprop comes in with a jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Maloprop lands a jab and then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Glaring at Iseki, Maloprop motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Moving forward, Iseki looks to strike. Maloprop stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Iseki misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a nice left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Maloprop uses a right jab, but Iseki avoids a big left.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Maloprop comes forward, walking down Iseki.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Iseki misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Maloprop opens Iseki up with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Maloprop can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Iseki with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Iseki steps in, watched all the way by Maloprop.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Iseki misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Maloprop uses a right jab and also scores with a right hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Iseki moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Iseki misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Maloprop attacks with a right to the body.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Maloprop on my card, Iseki was well behind.

 

 

Round 2

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Maloprop comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Iseki tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Maloprop can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Maloprop comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Maloprop looks to pressure Iseki, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Maloprop can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Iseki with a left to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) Iseki hits a tentative right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) Maloprop lands a right hand and then catches Iseki with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Maloprop shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Maloprop lets Iseki step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Iseki misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with quick jabs that are followed by a nice left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Maloprop comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Maloprop looks to pressure Iseki, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Maloprop lands a right jab but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Moving forward, Iseki looks to strike. Maloprop stands ready.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Iseki misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Maloprop hits a right jab and also hits a right hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Iseki comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Maloprop counters a right hand with a left hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Maloprop moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Iseki into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Maloprop confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Maloprop hits a right jab and then he hits Iseki with a beautiful left uppercut!

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Iseki collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 2 - 01:13) The winner, by knock out, is Ward 'Dizzy' Maloprop!

 

 

Official Result: Ward 'Dizzy' Maloprop defeats Jinzaburo Iseki (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:47 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ward Maloprop thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Bobby Castillo "better get prepared" because he is coming for him. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Serpent King" Cong Dun (13-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Denpasar, Indonesia, Underdog: +150) vs. Teruaki "King" Ogi (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Favorite: -190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Serpent King' Cong Dun takes on Teruaki 'King' Ogi.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Ogi deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Ogi appeared to be going for a takedown, but Dun took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Dun connects with a jab, but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Dun.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Dun lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Blood is visible on Ogi, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Ogi shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) He has the takedown! Dun pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) In guard, Ogi begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Dun can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Ogi looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Dun can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Ogi gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Ogi starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Dun rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Ogi tries to get a body triangle applied but can't quite manage it.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Dun tries to get Ogi off his back.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Dun turns Ogi over and twists around, ending up on top in his guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Dun peppers Ogi with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Ogi grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Dun into a triangle choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Dun shows great skill by twisting out of the triangle attempt and getting side control over Ogi.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Ogi.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Ogi.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Ogi had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) A jab hits home from Dun and then he hits Ogi with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Dun lands a left hand and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Ogi chooses to shoot in on Dun.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Ogi starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Dun can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Ogi gains side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Ogi attempts to arm triangle Dun from side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Dun fights off the arm triangle attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Ogi throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Ogi tries to lock Dun into a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) The kimura is fully applied, Dun has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Ogi holds the submission for several seconds after Dun taps, forcing the referee to physically intervene.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) The fans are booing loudly and the corner of Dun are absolutely irate.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) The winner, by submission; Teruaki Ogi!

 

 

Official Result: Teruaki 'King' Ogi defeats 'The Serpent King' Cong Dun (Submission (Kimura) in 3:34 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Teruaki Ogi name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He grabs the microphone and proceeds to challenge Tan Su to fight him ASAP!

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ikeda "Kid" Kenkichio (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Favorite: -1060) vs. Geoff "Hard Case" Taggart (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: High Point, North Carolina, Underdog: +840)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Ikeda 'Kid' Kenkichio vs. Geoff 'Hard Case' Taggart.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Taggart hits a right jab but has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Kenkichio scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Taggart throws a two-punch combo but Kenkichio avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Taggart uses a right jab but doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Kenkichio lands two jabs but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Kenkichio initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Taggart fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) A jab is wide from Kenkichio, but then he hits Taggart with a powerful leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) There's a takedown attempt from Kenkichio.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Taggart cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Kenkichio throws some short elbows but Taggart defends against them well.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Kenkichio throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Kenkichio throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Kenkichio throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Kenkichio tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) He passes, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Taggart is defending with tenacity, he is doing everything possible to frustrate Kenkichio.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Kenkichio looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Taggart is really working hard on the ground to slow down Kenkichio, he really had to work hard to get to side control.

(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 Kenkichio.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Kenkichio 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 - 04:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Kenkichio steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Taggart manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Kenkichio can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Kenkichio comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Taggart throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Taggart buys a feint and is left open.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Kenkichio lands a left hand and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Taggart closes in on Kenkichio, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Kenkichio scores with two weak, flicked right hand jabs.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Taggart doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Kenkichio stalks forward, pressuring Taggart.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Taggart hits two right hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Stepping in, Kenkichio lands three quick punches and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) Taggart hits a jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) Kenkichio misses a jab but connects with a thumping kick to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Kenkichio initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Taggart manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Kenkichio feints to one side, causing Taggart to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Kenkichio lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Moving forward constantly, Kenkichio is pressuring Taggart.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Kenkichio steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Taggart.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Kenkichio fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Taggart with a powerful leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Kenkichio shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) The takedown is completed, Taggart is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) That's his second takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Kenkichio looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Kenkichio pounds away, Taggart is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Kenkichio took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Kenkichio 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 - 04:50) Taggart throws a punch but Kenkichio was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Taggart misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left hook to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Limping quite noticeably, Taggart is definitely feeling the damage to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Kenkichio, backing off, hits two weak right hands.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Taggart throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Kenkichio feints to one side, causing Taggart to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Taggart misses a left hook and gets countered with a crunching kick to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Limping heavily, Taggart is struggling to move around.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Taggart confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Taggart throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Taggart lands a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Kenkichio lands a powerful kick to the thigh!

(Rd 3 - 02:30) With his legs completely gone, Taggart falls to the ground in agony! He clearly can't continue, it's all over!

(Rd 3 - 02:30) The winner, by leg kick TKO, is Ikeda 'Kid' Kenkichio!

 

 

Official Result: Ikeda 'Kid' Kenkichio defeats Geoff 'Hard Case' Taggart (TKO (Leg Kick) in 2:30 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ikeda Kenkichio gives a name-check to everyone at J1 Circle, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Ikeda Kenkichio celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Alvaro "The Hornet" Negredo (22-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Barcelona, Spain, Favorite: -340) vs. Kenshin Hamamoto (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Alvaro 'The Hornet' Negredo squares off with Kenshin Hamamoto.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Negredo comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Negredo bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Negredo can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Hamamoto with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Negredo comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Negredo moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Hamamoto falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Negredo connects with a jab but Hamamoto avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Negredo comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Hamamoto hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Negredo.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Negredo comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Hamamoto fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Negredo throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Hamamoto avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Negredo comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Negredo moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Hamamoto.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) A jab is wide from Negredo, but then he catches Hamamoto with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Negredo looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Negredo throws a one-two, but Hamamoto was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Negredo attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Hamamoto tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Negredo.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Negredo moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Hamamoto into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Negredo moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Hamamoto.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Negredo hits a couple of minor left hands, but Hamamoto evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Negredo misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Negredo was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught!

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Holding the leg, Hamamoto tries for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) The takedown is unsuccessful, Negredo pulled his leg free and stepped back to safety.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Negredo lands two jabs, but then can't connect with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Negredo moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) A jab hits home from Negredo and then he catches Hamamoto with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Negredo comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Hamamoto misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Negredo lands a left jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Negredo initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Hamamoto throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) A jab hits home from Negredo and then he hits Hamamoto with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Negredo comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Hamamoto fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Negredo lands a left jab but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Negredo comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Negredo is now in the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Negredo fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Hamamoto with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Seizing the opportunity, Hamamoto clinches.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Hamamoto attempts to wrestle Negredo to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) It's unsuccessful, Negredo maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Hamamoto attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Negredo on the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Hamamoto can't get Negredo down to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Hamamoto separates from Negredo and we're back to a stand-off.

(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 Negredo.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Negredo 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 - 04:52) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) Hamamoto misses with a big right hand, allowing Negredo to counter with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Negredo is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Hamamoto misses badly with a right roundhouse kick to the body and gets countered with a quick left jab and a kick to the leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Negredo counters a right hand with a stinging right high kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Hamamoto covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Hamamoto takes a right hand!

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Hamamoto eats a right head kick! He falls to the ground but is not out!

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Negredo senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Negredo pounds away with rights, Hamamoto is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 3 - 02:47) With Hamamoto taking a beating, referee Harry A. Bierce has to stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Alvaro 'The Hornet' Negredo takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Alvaro 'The Hornet' Negredo defeats Kenshin Hamamoto (TKO (Strikes) in 2:33 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Alvaro Negredo praises his team at Euro Team Thunder, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Alvaro Negredo celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jan "Thunderbolt" Ilic (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Warszawa, Poland, Underdog: +190) vs. Olly "Mister" Whiskerton (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Indianapolis, Indiana, Favorite: -240)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Jan 'Thunderbolt' Ilic facing Olly 'Mister' Whiskerton.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Ilic comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Whiskerton throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Ilic can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Ilic comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Whiskerton fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Ilic throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Ilic steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Whiskerton throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Ilic hits a left jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Ilic comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Whiskerton misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Ilic throws a one-two, but Whiskerton was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Whiskerton misses a jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Ilic nails a right cross.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Whiskerton hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Ilic hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Ilic lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Whiskerton hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Ilic checks a leg kick and counters with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Ilic connects cleanly with a right hand. Whiskerton is off target with a left jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Ilic misses with a big right hand, allowing Whiskerton to counter with a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Whiskerton hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Ilic hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Whiskerton misses with a left jab and also fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Ilic has a right hand blocked.

(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 Ilic.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Whiskerton tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Ilic doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Ilic lets a body kick sail wide and then counters with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Whiskerton doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Ilic misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Ilic misses with a big right hand, allowing Whiskerton to counter with a jab and a body kick that misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Whiskerton misses with a big right hand, allowing Ilic to counter with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Whiskerton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ilic to attack with a left jab and a nice right hook.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:19) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Whiskerton misses with a big right hand, allowing Ilic to counter with a wicked right uppercut!

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Whiskerton is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Ilic moves in quickly, kneeling beside Whiskerton and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Ilic pounds away and Whiskerton eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Ilic gets up, releasing side control, and backs off, allowing Whiskerton time to stand too.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Ilic hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Whiskerton misses a jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Ilic is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Glaring at Ilic, Whiskerton motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Whiskerton slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Whiskerton lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Ilic lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Ilic took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Ilic.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Ilic misses a right hook and gets countered with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Whiskerton connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Ilic lands cleanly with a powerful straight right!

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Ilic has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Whiskerton hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Ilic quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Whiskerton!

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Ilic pounds away, Whiskerton is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 3 - 04:25) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 04:06) The winner, by TKO; Jan Ilic!

 

 

Official Result: Jan 'Thunderbolt' Ilic defeats Olly 'Mister' Whiskerton (TKO (Strikes) in 0:54 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jan Ilic 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 FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Archer" Ivan Bokhour (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Indianapolis, Indiana, Favorite: -900) vs. "The Colorado Cobra" Daniel Litton (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Boulder, Colorado, Underdog: +710)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'The Archer' Ivan Bokhour goes head to head with 'The Colorado Cobra' Daniel Litton in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Bokhour steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Litton throws a counter right but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Bokhour throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Glaring at Litton, Bokhour motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Bokhour initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Litton throws a counter right but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Bokhour connects with a nice jab and then he catches Litton with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Litton had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Bokhour hits a left jab and then catches Litton with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Bokhour comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Litton hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Bokhour can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Litton with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Bokhour comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Bokhour confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Bokhour throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Moving forward constantly, Bokhour is pressuring Litton.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Bokhour lands a left hand and then he lands a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Bokhour initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Litton fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) A jab hits home from Bokhour and then he hits Litton with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Bokhour 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) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Bokhour comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Litton hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Two jabs hit home from Bokhour and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) A jab is wide from Bokhour, but then he lands a nice right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Litton immediately backs up against the cage and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Bokhour launches a head kick that lands hard! Litton goes down!

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Bokhour senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Bokhour goes to work on Litton with incredibly vicious stomps and kicks, but somehow cannot finish him!

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Bokhour tries to come in and secure a ground position.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Bokhour attains side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) In side control, Bokhour begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Litton doesn't let Bokhour get the mount, and so he remains at side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Litton is making Bokhour work hard on the ground, he is defending tenaciously.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Bokhour attempts the mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Bokhour takes the back instead, Litton rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Bokhour gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Bokhour, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Bokhour flattens Litton out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 2 - 00:50) The winner, by submission, is 'The Archer' Ivan Bokhour!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Archer' Ivan Bokhour defeats 'The Colorado Cobra' Daniel Litton (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:10 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ivan Bokhour thanks everyone connected to Shark Tank for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He physically grabs the microphone and proceeds to issue a challenge to Ryan Fenniman saying he'll destroy him.

 

 

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CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

James "Buster" Busfield (9-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Twin Falls, Idaho, Underdog: +260) vs. "The G Man" Gregg Grable (23-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Favorite: -330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which James 'Buster' Busfield takes on 'The G Man' Gregg Grable.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Busfield deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Busfield comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Grable misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab hits home from Busfield and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Busfield moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Grable into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Grable lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) A jab hits home from Busfield and then he lands a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) A jab is wide from Busfield, but then he hits Grable with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) A jab hits home from Busfield and then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Busfield moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Busfield connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Busfield forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Grable throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Busfield.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Busfield comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Grable tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Busfield hits two left jabs and then he lands a spinning back kick to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Busfield forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Grable tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Busfield lands two jabs and then he catches Grable with a beautiful right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Grable steps back and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt!

(Rd 1 - 01:52) A big right hand from Busfield drops Grable!

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Without hesitation, Busfield goes to finish Grable off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Busfield is too slow and Grable gets back to his feet.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Grable, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Busfield hits two left jabs and then hits Grable with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Grable appeared to be going for a takedown, but Busfield took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Busfield connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Busfield lands a left hand and then catches Grable with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Busfield moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) A jab hits home from Busfield and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(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 Busfield.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Busfield connects with a nice jab and then catches Grable with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Busfield connects with a nice jab and then catches Grable with a hard low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Busfield can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Grable may have been setting up to shoot, but Busfield aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Busfield can't connect with a jab, but then catches Grable with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Busfield confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Busfield can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Busfield misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Grable keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Busfield.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) A jab is wide from Busfield, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) For the first time, Busfield is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Busfield moves in on Grable, preparing to throw.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Grable looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Busfield simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Busfield can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Busfield winces after landing that last punch, he may have damaged his hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Any sort of major damage to the hand is going to cause Busfield some major problems.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Grable is limping noticeably.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Busfield fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Grable with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Busfield throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Seizing the opportunity, Grable shoots.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Busfield sprawls brilliantly, then viciously blasts the helpless Grable with a knee strike!

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Grable collapses to the ground, he is out cold!

(Rd 2 - 01:50) The winner, by knock out, is James 'Buster' Busfield!

 

 

Official Result: James 'Buster' Busfield defeats 'The G Man' Gregg Grable (Knock Out (Knee) in 3:10 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: James Busfield 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 he answers that he wants Teruaki Ogi as it'd be fun to kick his ass for money when he'd happily do it for free anyway.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rory "Maradona" McEnterry (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Favorite: -130) vs. Bobby Castillo (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Aguascalientes, Mexico, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Rory 'Maradona' McEnterry battles Bobby Castillo.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) McEnterry is off-target with two jabs but hits a spin kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Castillo scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Castillo misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) McEnterry hits a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Castillo misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) McEnterry uses a left jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) McEnterry is off-target with a jab but lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Castillo finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) McEnterry hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Castillo finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) McEnterry hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Castillo uses a left jab but is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) McEnterry scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Castillo lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) McEnterry scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Castillo hits a jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) McEnterry counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Castillo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing McEnterry to attack with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Castillo misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) McEnterry hits a jab and also lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) McEnterry throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Castillo counters with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(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 Castillo.

 

 

Round 2

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) McEnterry lands a spin kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Castillo doesn't connect with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Backing off, McEnterry stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt!

(Rd 2 - 04:37) McEnterry takes a spinning back fist but it didn't land cleanly enough to really hurt.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Castillo dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Castillo slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) McEnterry rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Castillo misses a head kick attempt and is countered with a jab and a kick to the body that gets parried.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) McEnterry hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Castillo uses a pair of left jabs but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) McEnterry throws two punches as a set up and then unleashes a scything low kick, but Castillo saw it coming a mile off and avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Castillo goes for a roundhouse kick to the body but finds that McEnterry is far too quick on his feet to get caught out this time.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Castillo misses with a big right hand, allowing McEnterry to counter with a left jab and a high kick that misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) McEnterry is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Castillo is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) McEnterry has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Castillo tries a high kick but is wide of the mark.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) McEnterry hits a spin kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Castillo misses with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Castillo hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) McEnterry misses a jab but lands a spin kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) McEnterry misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Castillo comes in with two jabs that are followed by a quick head kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) McEnterry 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 Castillo, he knows that this is a chance to finish!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Castillo up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:55) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Castillo counters a right hand with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Castillo hits a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) McEnterry scores with a jab and also scores with a stinging right high kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Castillo steps back...and almost stumbles over! He is on wobbly legs!

(Rd 3 - 04:25) A big right hand from McEnterry drops Castillo!

(Rd 3 - 04:10) McEnterry moves in quickly to try and finish Castillo with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 3 - 04:10) McEnterry can't get there fast enough though, Castillo is already back up.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Castillo uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) McEnterry scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Castillo slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) McEnterry 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 3 - 02:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) McEnterry is off target with a left jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Castillo hits a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) McEnterry stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Castillo looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) It doesn't work, McEnterry defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Castillo attempts to wrestle McEnterry to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) McEnterry stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Clinched with Castillo, McEnterry looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Castillo stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Castillo tries to take McEnterry down.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) He has the takedown! McEnterry pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Castillo fires away with elbows but McEnterry doesn't take any undue damage.

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

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) McEnterry 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) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) McEnterry misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Castillo lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) McEnterry doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) With control of the clinch, Castillo tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) It's unsuccessful, McEnterry maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Castillo looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Castillo can't get the trip, as McEnterry wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) McEnterry tries to take Castillo down.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) Castillo stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) McEnterry looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Castillo tries to take McEnterry down.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) McEnterry gets slammed down, ending up on his hands and knees with Castillo on top of him.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Castillo rolls the turtled McEnterry over and secures side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Castillo keeps McEnterry guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Castillo blocks McEnterry as he tries a sweep from side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Castillo throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) McEnterry tries to pull guard on Castillo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Castillo attempts to armbar McEnterry from side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) McEnterry stops Castillo from applying it.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) McEnterry tries to sweep Castillo but can't do it.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Castillo throws some short elbows but McEnterry defends against them well.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Castillo looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) McEnterry pulls half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Castillo, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, McEnterry 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 - 04:45) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Castillo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. McEnterry attacks with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) With control of the clinch, Castillo tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) McEnterry blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) Castillo looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) A great inside leg trip sees McEnterry get thrown to the mat and Castillo is left in guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) Castillo tries to pound on McEnterry with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) McEnterry works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Castillo is too quick though, and grabs side control before McEnterry can get up.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Castillo fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Castillo takes the back as McEnterry tries to sweep him!

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Castillo attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Castillo flattens McEnterry out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 5 - 02:09) The winner, by submission, is Bobby Castillo!

 

 

Official Result: Bobby Castillo defeats Rory 'Maradona' McEnterry (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:51 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bobby Castillo thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Bobby Castillo celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND

 

 

VS.

 

 

Lucky Lyman (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Pembroke Pines, Florida, Favorite: -310) vs. "The Dark Lord" Beau LuPone (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Chandler, Quebec, Underdog: +240)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Lucky Lyman squares off with 'The Dark Lord' Beau LuPone.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) LuPone lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Lyman lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) LuPone looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Lyman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Lyman slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) LuPone scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Lyman finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) LuPone misses with a big right hand, allowing Lyman to counter with a jab and a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) A feint is bought entirely by LuPone, leaving him wide open.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) LuPone misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lyman to attack with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Lyman feints an attack that leaves LuPone slightly off balance.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Lyman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Lyman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Lyman misses with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) LuPone can't catch Lyman, whose great head movement allows him to slip away from a two punch combination.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Lyman slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Referee Leo Behan calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on LuPone.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Lyman feints to one side, causing LuPone to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) LuPone misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Lyman attacks with a jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) LuPone hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Lyman lands a funky right hook!

(Rd 1 - 00:27) LuPone is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Lyman knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on LuPone, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Lyman pounds away with rights, LuPone is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Referee Leo Behan has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:13) The winner, by TKO; Lucky Lyman!

 

 

Official Result: Lucky Lyman defeats 'The Dark Lord' Beau LuPone (TKO (Strikes) in 4:47 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lucky Lyman gives a name-check to everyone at Shark Tank, 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 FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Greg Chiang (18-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Hong Kong, Favorite: -690) vs. Pat "Blue Boy" Troy (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Underdog: +550)

 

 

Round 1

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Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Greg Chiang battles Pat 'Blue Boy' Troy.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Chiang comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) In side control, Chiang catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Chiang punches down at Troy, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Troy tries to pull guard on Chiang but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Chiang pounds away on Troy with elbow strikes but can't land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Troy tries to pull guard on Chiang but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Chiang tries to pound on Troy with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Troy tries to pull guard on Chiang but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Troy looked like he was about to shoot, but Chiang stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Chiang attempts to wrestle Troy to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Chiang tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Troy tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Chiang pounds away with elbow strikes, but Troy calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Chiang blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) In side control, Chiang catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Troy tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Chiang drops three elbows but does minimal damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Chiang took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Chiang 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 Troy 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 - 04:49) Chiang shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Troy cannot stop the takedown, Chiang drove in with too much power.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Chiang ends up holding a seated Troy around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Troy has yet to stop a single takedown from the three he has faced.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Not liking his options, Chiang looks to get a better position over Troy.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Troy hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Chiang starts trying to get Troy on his back so that he can gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Chiang shifts his position to gain side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Chiang fires away with short elbows but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Troy tries to move to guard, but Chiang doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Chiang tries to pound on Troy with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Troy tries to pull guard on Chiang but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Chiang fires away with elbows but Troy doesn't take much damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Chiang blocks Troy as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Chiang keeps Troy guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Chiang blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Chiang attempts a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Troy defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Troy tries to pull guard on Chiang but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Chiang comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) The takedown is successful, Troy pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Chiang smothers Troy with his body by pushing forward and down.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Chiang.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:52) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Chiang looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:42) Chiang attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Troy on the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:42) Chiang gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Chiang pounds away with some elbow strikes but is unable to inflict much damage on Troy.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) Troy tries to move to guard, but Chiang doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Chiang pounds away with some elbow strikes but is unable to inflict much damage on Troy.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Chiang blocks Troy as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Chiang drops three elbows but does minimal damage.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Troy tries to pull guard on Chiang but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Chiang fires away with elbows but Troy doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Chiang blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) Chiang unloads with some elbows but Troy deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) Troy tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, Chiang timed it well and moved in to start a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Chiang tries to throw some close-range strikes as they grapple, but the attempts are smothered by Troy.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Chiang is trying to muscle Troy up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Chiang manages it and controls Troy up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:38) Troy is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Chiang smothers Troy up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) The remainder of the round sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Chiang, 10-9 on my card.

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

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Chiang wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:43) Chiang is trying to muscle Troy up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:43) Chiang achieves it, pinning Troy to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Chiang tries to use dirty boxing against Troy, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Troy, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Chiang is exerting.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Showing his ability to control opponents, Chiang smothers Troy against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 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 4 - 01:44) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Chiang is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Troy looked like he was about to shoot, but Chiang stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Chiang tries to take Troy down.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Chiang can't get Troy down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Using his wrestling skills, Chiang is trying to push Troy up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Chiang can't do it though, and Troy gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Troy attempts to wrestle Chiang to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Troy gets the takedown! Chiang pulls half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Troy pounds away with rights, but Chiang covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Troy blocks Chiang as he tries a transition to full guard.

(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 Troy just about edged it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Troy 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 - 04:47) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Chiang looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Chiang attempts to wrestle Troy to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) He has the takedown! Troy pulls half guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) In half guard, Chiang catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Chiang blocks Troy as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Chiang begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Troy was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) Troy ends up in half guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) In half guard, Troy begins working to get side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) He passes guard with ease, moving straight into the mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Troy tries to lock Chiang in an armbar.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Troy gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Chiang has to tap!

(Rd 5 - 02:12) The winner, by submission, is Pat 'Blue Boy' Troy!

 

 

Official Result: Pat 'Blue Boy' Troy defeats Greg Chiang (Submission (Armbar) in 2:48 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Pat Troy name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He boasts about causing a "shock" upset and claims that he never doubted that he'd win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Chan Wan Wah (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kuala Lampur, Malaysia, Favorite: -660) vs. Buck "Golden" Graham (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Pembroke, Ontario, Underdog: +520)

 

 

Round 1

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Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Chan Wan Wah takes on Buck 'Golden' Graham.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Graham misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a quick head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Graham backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Wan Wah is trying to lock Graham into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) He gets it and now has Graham in trouble.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) From the Muay Thai clinch, Graham eats a knee to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Wan Wah tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Graham isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Using the clinch, Wan Wah hits a knee to the ribs of Graham.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Wan Wah tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Graham isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Using the clinch, Wan Wah drives a knee into the chest of Graham, but didn't get much force behind it.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Wan Wah finally loses his grip and the clinch is broken.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Wan Wah attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Graham fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Graham falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Wan Wah can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Graham misses with a big right hand, allowing Wan Wah to counter with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Wan Wah uses a left jab but misses with a low kick. Graham hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Moving forward constantly, Wan Wah is pressuring Graham.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Graham misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Wan Wah can't connect with a jab, but then he scores 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 Wan Wah, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Wan Wah, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Several red marks around his ribs show that Graham has taken some heavy shots to the body tonight.

 

 

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 come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Graham misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a quick kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Wan Wah is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Graham has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Graham misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wan Wah comes in with a brace of jabs that are followed by a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Wan Wah counters a right hand with a left jab and a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Graham has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Wan Wah slips past a right hook and counters with a quick kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Graham misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wan Wah comes in with a quick left jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Graham scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Wan Wah hits a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Graham misses with a big right hand, allowing Wan Wah to counter with a left jab and a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Graham limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Graham misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wan Wah comes in with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Graham limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Graham misses with a big right hand, allowing Wan Wah to counter with a quick left jab and a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) Wan Wah slips past a right hook and counters with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Wan Wah is off target with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Graham is off-target with a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Wan Wah feints, causing Graham to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Wan Wah counters a right hand with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Graham.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Not a lot happened in that round and the fans are getting a bit restless as a result.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Wan Wah.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Graham.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Wan Wah slips past a right hook and counters with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Wan Wah is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) For the first time, Graham is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Limping heavily, Graham is struggling to move around.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Graham lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Wan Wah lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Graham misses with a big right hand, allowing Wan Wah to counter with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Graham hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Wan Wah gets his opponent to cover up with two quick punches and then goes downstairs with a big kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Graham collapses, utterly incapable of standing up any longer! Referee Leo Behan has no option but to end this fight!

(Rd 3 - 03:14) The winner, by leg kick TKO, is Chan Wan Wah!

 

 

Official Result: Chan Wan Wah defeats Buck 'Golden' Graham (TKO (Leg Kick) in 1:46 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Chan Wan Wah gives a name-check to everyone at Tai Sheng Men Society, 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 Colm Dee.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

Francesco Marazzina (22-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Torino, Italy, Favorite: -870) vs. Hisamitsu "Japanese Punk" Sasaki (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Underdog: +690)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Francesco Marazzina facing Hisamitsu 'Japanese Punk' Sasaki.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Sasaki scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Marazzina connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Marazzina hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Sasaki hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Sasaki can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Sasaki steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Marazzina manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Sasaki throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Marazzina misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sasaki attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Marazzina looked like he was going to shoot, but Sasaki simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Sasaki lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Sasaki throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Sasaki forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Marazzina throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) A jab lands from Sasaki but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Moving forward constantly, Sasaki is pressuring Marazzina.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Sasaki confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Sasaki uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Sasaki attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Marazzina misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) A jab lands from Sasaki but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Sasaki uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Sasaki 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 - 04:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Sasaki lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Sasaki hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Sasaki comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Marazzina hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Sasaki can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Sasaki comes forward, walking down Marazzina.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Marazzina fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) A one-two from Sasaki fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Marazzina comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Marazzina has the takedown! Sasaki pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Marazzina starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Marazzina almost gets side control, but Sasaki was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Marazzina leaves a leg in as they scramble, and Sasaki immediately tries to grab it.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Sasaki cannot get the leg and has to turtle up, with Marazzina holding him down while facing him.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) That was a big error from Sasaki, going for the leg has ended up handing the advantage to his opponent.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Using the element of surprise to his advantage, Marazzina attempts to spin over and get a bulldog choke hooked up.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) The gamble doesn't pay off as Sasaki is able to surge forward and start to scramble.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) The scramble sees Marazzina up first, and he is quick to grab a waist lock on Sasaki, gaining back control.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) With Sasaki stuck against the cage, Marazzina tries to complete a takedown from behind.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Marazzina doesn't even have to struggle, he swiftly takes Sasaki down with ease.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Marazzina is on top of a turtled up Sasaki.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Marazzina fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Sasaki takes the opportunity to stand up, albeit under back control.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Marazzina, 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) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) A jab hits home from Sasaki and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Sasaki moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Marazzina into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Marazzina tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Sasaki lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Sasaki attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Marazzina hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Sasaki uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) Sasaki is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Sasaki throws a punch but Marazzina was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Marazzina moves in fast and shoots on Sasaki.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Marazzina drives forward and gets the takedown! Sasaki couldn't quite stop it.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Marazzina ends up holding a seated Sasaki around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Marazzina looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Sasaki from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Marazzina shows his ground skills and gets to side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Marazzina begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Marazzina isn't able to mount Sasaki this time around.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Sasaki tries to pull guard on Marazzina but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Marazzina begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Sasaki keeps Marazzina at side control, not letting the mount happen.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Sasaki tries to pull guard on Marazzina but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Marazzina throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Sasaki tries to move to guard, but Marazzina doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Looking to catch his breath, Marazzina is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Marazzina fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) Sasaki tries to sweep Marazzina but can't do it.

(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 Marazzina, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Marazzina ahead 29-28.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Sasaki hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Sasaki forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Marazzina throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) A jab lands from Sasaki but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Sasaki initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Marazzina fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Sasaki throws a one-two, but Marazzina was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Sasaki rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Sasaki forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Marazzina lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Sasaki throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Marazzina misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sasaki comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Sasaki is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Marazzina is off target with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) A one-two from Sasaki fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Marazzina takes the chance and grabs Sasaki into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Using his wrestling skills, Marazzina is trying to push Sasaki up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Marazzina manages it and controls Sasaki up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Sasaki takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Sasaki takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Marazzina pins Sasaki up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) Sasaki is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) With the cage trapping Sasaki, Marazzina looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) An outside leg trip sweeps Sasaki down to the ground!

(Rd 4 - 00:59) The takedown allows Marazzina to take the back of Sasaki.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Marazzina gets into a really dominant position by applying a body triangle.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) With the body triangle on tight, Marazzina tries to flatten Sasaki out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Marazzina gets the rear naked choke fully applied, but the round comes to an end before he can get the tap out!

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

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

 

 

Round 5

 

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

(Rd 5 - 04:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Marazzina misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sasaki comes in with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Sasaki, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Marazzina.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Using his wrestling skills, Marazzina is trying to push Sasaki up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Sasaki ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Marazzina looks to take Sasaki down by setting up a judo throw.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) An outside leg trip sweeps Sasaki down to the ground!

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Marazzina takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Marazzina attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Sasaki defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Sasaki tries a roll, but doesn't budge Marazzina.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Marazzina gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 02:57) Marazzina fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Marazzina tries to finish Sasaki off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Marazzina flattens Sasaki out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 5 - 02:02) By submission, the winner is Francesco Marazzina!

 

 

Official Result: Francesco Marazzina defeats Hisamitsu 'Japanese Punk' Sasaki (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:58 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Francesco Marazzina praises his team at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that David James Diggle is the next fighter that he will defeat.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoshiro Makamori (11-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tan Su (15-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Yoshiro Makamori faces Tan Su.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Su doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) With quick hands, Makamori hits a nice five punch combination.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Su.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Makamori slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Makamori hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Su throws a two-punch combo but Makamori avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Makamori uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Su hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Makamori dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Makamori shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) The takedown is successful, Su pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Makamori is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Makamori passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) In half guard, Makamori begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Makamori attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Su rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Makamori pounds away with rights, but Su covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Su is in increasing trouble, as Makamori gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) With both hooks in, Makamori tries to flatten Su out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Makamori gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Su has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:31) By submission, the winner is Yoshiro Makamori!

 

 

Official Result: Yoshiro Makamori defeats Tan Su (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:29 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yoshiro Makamori thanks everyone connected to Tiger Claw Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He takes the microphone and taunts Fernando Peragon repeatedly in a very childish manner. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Snorri Gunnarsson (24-6-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Reykjavik, Iceland, Favorite: -1200) vs. Stewart "Pressure" Point (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Seattle, Washington, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Snorri Gunnarsson faces Stewart 'Pressure' Point.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Gunnarsson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Point with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Gunnarsson manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Gunnarsson is trying to push Point so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Point ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Gunnarsson has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) A belly-to-belly suplex floors Point, Gunnarsson executed it well.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) The takedown leaves Point seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Gunnarsson attempts to guillotine Point, who is stuck against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) A guillotine choke is applied; Point isn't tapping out though!

(Rd 1 - 03:46) The guillotine must not be completely applied, otherwise this would be over.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Gunnarsson finally gives it up and lets go, but may have gassed his arms in the submission attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) In guard, Gunnarsson begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) 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) In half guard, Gunnarsson catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Point tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Gunnarsson doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Gunnarsson throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Gunnarsson blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Gunnarsson throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Gunnarsson blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Gunnarsson looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Point keeps Gunnarsson in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Gunnarsson blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(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 Gunnarsson.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Gunnarsson 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 Point can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Point wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) A punch from Gunnarsson fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Point seizes the chance and grabs Gunnarsson into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Point is trying to push Gunnarsson so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Point can't move Gunnarsson at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Point tries to wriggle free, but Gunnarsson controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Point gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Gunnarsson uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Gunnarsson is trying to muscle Point up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) He does so and now has Point pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Gunnarsson pins Point up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Gunnarsson catches Point with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Point is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Gunnarsson looks for a knee strike, but Point out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Showing his ability to control opponents, Point smothers Gunnarsson against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) It isn't pretty, but Point has Gunnarsson stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Point and Gunnarsson remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Point looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Gunnarsson simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Gunnarsson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Point with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Blood is visible on Point, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Gunnarsson seems to get the advantage.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Gunnarsson is looking to wrestle Point to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) It doesn't work, Point defended against it well.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Point.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Point.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Point may have been aiming to get in close, but Gunnarsson aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Gunnarsson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Point.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Gunnarsson manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Gunnarsson has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) It doesn't work, Point defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Gunnarsson tries to wrestle Point backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Gunnarsson can't manage it, Point fought it.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Using his wrestling skills, Gunnarsson is trying to push Point up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) He does so and now has Point pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:42) Point takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Gunnarsson traps Point up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Point is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) Gunnarsson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:30) Gunnarsson is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) A jab is wide from Gunnarsson, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Point steps in and grapples with his opponent.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Point is trying to muscle Gunnarsson up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Point can't do it though, and Gunnarsson gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) With a good grip giving him solid control over Point, Gunnarsson looks to wrestle him down.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) He hits a belly-to-belly suplex, Point has to pull half guard!

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Gunnarsson fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Point gets some separation and tries to scramble for position.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Gunnarsson is too quick though, and grabs side control before Point can get up.

(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 Gunnarsson.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Gunnarsson.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Point.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Circling warily, Point is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Gunnarsson lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Gunnarsson confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Gunnarsson lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Gunnarsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Point with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Gunnarsson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Point with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Gunnarsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Point with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) A jab hits home from Gunnarsson and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:03) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:03) Gunnarsson is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Point gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Gunnarsson gets solid control and may be looking for a wrestling-based takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a belly-to-belly! Point pulls half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Gunnarsson throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) Gunnarsson begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) Gunnarsson passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Point starts scrambling.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) The scramble sees Point up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Point is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) Gunnarsson smothers Point against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Point wrestles back against Gunnarsson, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) Point tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Gunnarsson reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Gunnarsson tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Point reverses so that he is the one in control.

(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 Gunnarsson.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Point 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 - 04:51) Point steps in and grapples with his opponent.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Using his wrestling skills, Point is trying to push Gunnarsson up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Point can't move Gunnarsson at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Gunnarsson gets solid control and may be looking for a wrestling-based takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Gunnarsson uses his wrestling skills to deliver a belly-to-belly suplex! Point pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Time slips away as Gunnarsson successfully keeps Point stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Gunnarsson starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Point was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) The scramble sees Gunnarsson up first, and he is quick to wrestle Point up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Using tight body-to-body control, Gunnarsson is slowly wearing Point down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 01:50) Gunnarsson tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Point reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Gunnarsson is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 5 - 01:19) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 5 - 01:19) Gunnarsson looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Using his wrestling skills, Gunnarsson is trying to push Point up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Gunnarsson can't move Point at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) Using his wrestling skills, Point is trying to push Gunnarsson up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) He does so and now has Gunnarsson pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:32) Point tries to maintain control, but Gunnarsson wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Point ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) Breathing very hard, Gunnarsson is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) Gunnarsson uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Gunnarsson 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 a score of 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Snorri Gunnarsson is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Stewart 'Pressure' Point (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Snorri Gunnarsson thanks everyone connected to Gothenburg Submission Fighting for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He praises Point for a tough fight.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (14-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Trenton, New Jersey, Favorite: -1030) vs. Clint "Honey Badger" Royle (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Amarillo, Texas, Underdog: +820)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan goes up against Clint 'Honey Badger' Royle in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Gaffigan steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Royle, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Gaffigan lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Royle hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Gaffigan uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Gaffigan fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Royle moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Gaffigan hits two left jabs and then hits Royle with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Gaffigan looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Gaffigan connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Gaffigan hits a left jab and then scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Royle, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Gaffigan fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Royle with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Showing good hand speed, Gaffigan lands one out of a flurry of three punches but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Gaffigan steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) A tentative jab from Royle lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Gaffigan can't connect with a jab, but then catches Royle with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Gaffigan misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Royle comes in and grabs Gaffigan in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Royle is trying to muscle Gaffigan up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Royle manages it and controls Gaffigan up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Royle tries to maintain control, but Gaffigan wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Royle warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Gaffigan lands three of four quick punches but Royle avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Showing good hand speed, Gaffigan lands four out of a flurry of four punches and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Royle looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Gaffigan simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) A jab hits home from Gaffigan and then he lands a nice right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) As he backs off it becomes clear that Royle is on rubbery legs, that last shot rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Gaffigan sees the opportunity and leaps at Royle with a flying knee! It connects and he is down!

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Moving quickly, Gaffigan comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Somehow Royle hangs on, surviving a flurry of bone-crunching stomps and kicks!

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's no question that Gaffigan took that round, I'm giving it a 10-8 score.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Gaffigan 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 Royle can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:51) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Gaffigan.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) A combo that ends with a spinning back kick fails to land for Gaffigan.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Royle catches the last kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Seeing his opportunity, Royle tries to put Gaffigan on the mat.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Royle can't get Gaffigan down and loses control of the leg in the process.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Gaffigan comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Gaffigan hits a left hand, but can't connect with a spinning back kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Missing the kick unfortunately causes Gaffigan to slip and end up on his back.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Royle tries to come in and secure a ground position.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Gaffigan is too quick, slipping away from Royle and starting to scramble.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Gaffigan brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back!

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Royle is in increasing trouble, as Gaffigan gets both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Gaffigan pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Gaffigan pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Gaffigan pounds away on Royle, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Gaffigan attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Royle stops Gaffigan from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Royle improves his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Royle is in huge trouble now, as Gaffigan successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Gaffigan, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Royle defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Royle attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Gaffigan doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Gaffigan unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Royle.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Gaffigan pounds away on Royle, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Gaffigan tries to pound on Royle, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Gaffigan is ahead 20-17 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Gaffigan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Royle hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 3 - 04:44) Gaffigan moves in quickly to try and finish Royle with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 3 - 04:44) Gaffigan hits several vicious stomps and kicks, but Royle incredibly weathers the storm!

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Gaffigan has to step back to avoid an up-kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Royle keeps Gaffigan back with an up-kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Gaffigan leaps into the air, looking for a flying stomp!

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Royle avoids it starts to scramble.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) The scramble results in Royle being on his back with Gaffigan in side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Gaffigan attempts to arm triangle Royle from side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Royle blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Royle tries to move to guard, but Gaffigan doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Gaffigan holds Royle in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Royle takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) Gaffigan hits a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Gaffigan is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Royle keeps Gaffigan from mounting him.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Royle tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) Gaffigan holds Royle in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Gaffigan is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Royle keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Gaffigan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Royle with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:18) Royle covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 3 - 00:18) Gaffigan smashes Royle with a big right hand through the guard! Royle can do nothing but try and cover up!

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Gaffigan moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Royle is rocked again!

(Rd 3 - 00:13) The referee has seen enough and jumps in to stop the fight! Royle wasn't offering enough intelligent defence.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) I think referee Kyle Crisp should have been quicker to react, Royle took more shots than necessary.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) The winner, by TKO, is Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan!

 

 

Official Result: Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan defeats Clint 'Honey Badger' Royle (TKO (Strikes) in 4:56 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sammy Gaffigan thanks everyone connected to Shark Tank 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.

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Philip "Kid" Ziskie (22-2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tommy "Sting" Ray (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Derby, England, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Philip 'Kid' Ziskie fights Tommy 'Sting' Ray in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Ziskie connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Ray lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Ziskie stalks forward, pressuring Ray.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Ziskie bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Ziskie can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Ziskie comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Ziskie is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Ziskie throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Ziskie parries away a body kick and counters with a jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Ziskie comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Ray hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Ziskie lands a jab and then he scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Ziskie comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Ray hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Ziskie throws some strikes and a left head kick, but Ray avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Ziskie comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Ray hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) A jab is wide from Ziskie, but then he hits Ray with a powerful left to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Ziskie slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick right jab and a leg kick that misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Ray hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Ziskie misses a jab but nails a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Ray scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Ziskie lands a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Ziskie steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Ray tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Ziskie can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Ziskie slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right jab and a good left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Ray rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(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 Ziskie.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Ziskie comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Ziskie bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Ziskie can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he catches Ray with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) Ziskie comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) Ray fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) Ziskie lands a jab and then he catches Ray with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Ziskie counters a right hand with a glancing blow from a high kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Ziskie throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Ray sees an opportunity and attacks with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Ziskie comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Ray hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Ziskie lands two of three quick punches but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Ray misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) Ziskie stalks forward, pressuring Ray.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) Ziskie steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Ray.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) Ziskie hits a right jab and then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Ziskie steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Ray misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Attacking with intent, Ziskie scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Ziskie comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Ray lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) A jab lands from Ziskie but Ray avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Ray lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Ziskie doesn't connect with a right jab but lands with a right hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Ray lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Ziskie goes to the body with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Moving forward constantly, Ziskie is pressuring Ray.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Ray fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Ziskie lands a right hand and then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Ziskie slips past a right hook and counters with a left hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Ziskie.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Ziskie 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) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Ziskie is off-target with a jab and also misses a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Ray misses with a right hand as Ziskie slipped past it.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Ray scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Ziskie lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Ziskie is off-target with a jab but scores a glancing blow with a left head kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Ray finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Ziskie slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Ray is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Ray misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Ray backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him!

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Ziskie leaps in and hits a flying knee! It didn't land cleanly though, and Ray is staggered but not dropped.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Ray misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Ziskie comes in with a right jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ziskie is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Ziskie counters a right hand with a nice left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Standing and trading is not working for Ray, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck.

(Rd 3 - 02:15) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Ray misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Ziskie comes in with a right jab and a low kick that doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Ziskie doesn't connect with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Ziskie shows his great guard by absorbing a two punch flurry.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Ray misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ziskie to attack with a right jab and a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Ray hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Ziskie uses a right jab and also lands cleanly with a powerful straight left!

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Ray is knocked down!

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Ziskie starts pounding away on Ray, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Ziskie pounds away with left hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Ziskie attempts a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Ray fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Ziskie pounds away on Ray, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(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 Ziskie, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Ziskie up 30-27.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Ray misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right jab and a glancing high kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Ray dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Ray misses a couple of jabs but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Ziskie lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Ray appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ziskie took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Showing good hand speed, Ziskie lands four out of a flurry of four punches and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Ray is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Ziskie scores with a jab but misses with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Ray misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick right jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) Ray hits a left jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) Ziskie hits a right jab and also lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Ray appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ziskie took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Ziskie can't connect with a jab, but then hits Ray with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Ziskie.

(Rd 4 - 00:11) Ray moves in fast and clinches with Ziskie.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) With control of the clinch, Ray tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Ray can't get the takedown as Ziskie wrestles his way into a dominant position.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Ziskie took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Ziskie up 40-36.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Ray may have been aiming to get in close, but Ziskie aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Ziskie hits a right jab and then catches Ray with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) Ray, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) Ziskie tries to wrestle Ray backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) Ziskie manages it and controls Ray up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Ray is trapped against the cage and Ziskie hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Using dirty boxing, Ziskie catches Ray with a hard left hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Ray takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Ray is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Ziskie smothers Ray against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Ziskie hits Ray with a short, sharp left uppercut, wobbling him.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) Ziskie is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) Ray is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) Ray misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a vicious left cross!

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Ray collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Philip Ziskie takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: Philip 'Kid' Ziskie defeats Tommy 'Sting' Ray (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:39 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Philip Ziskie praises his team at Halvorsen's, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Philip Ziskie celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. A charismatic talker with the looks to match, Philip Ziskie has real star power.

 

 

Attendance: 200

Gate Reciepts: $15,840

Sponsorship: $21,504

Ad Revenue: $359,201

Merchandise: $4,188

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $137,712)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Philip Ziskie             $20,740      Tommy Ray                $135
Sammy Gaffigan            $16,630      Clint Royle              $11,722      FotN: Both: $10,000
Snorri Gunnarsson         $5,950       Stewart Point            $1,476
Yoshiro Makamori          $9,420       Tan Su                   $2,706       SotN: Makamori: $5,000
Francesco Marazzina       $4,080       Hisamitsu Sasaki         $1,598
Chan Wan Wah              $2,550       Buck Graham              $1,845
Pat Troy                  $7,440       Greg Chiang              $2,760       Perf: Troy: $5,000
Lucky Lyman               $2,380       Beau LuPone              $1,680
Bobby Castillo            $2,210       Rory McEnterry           $1,800
James Busfield            $7,210       Gregg Grable             $1,680       KotN: Busfield: $5,000
Ivan Bokhour              $2,250       Daniel Litton            $1,100
Jan Ilic                  $1,950       Olly Whiskerton          $1,200
Alvaro Negredo            $3,450       Kenshin Hamamoto         $1,400
Ikeda Kenkichio           $2,100       Geoff Taggart            $1,100
Teruaki Ogi               $6,950       Cong Dun                 $7,100       Perf: Both: $5,000
Ward Maloprop             $1,800       Jinzaburo Iseki          $1,300

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $21,504

Profit: $223,501

Critical Rating: 66%

Commercial Rating: 54%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -1.0%             83.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 +2.0%             88.5% (High Level Regional)
UK                 Unchanged          74.5% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +0.9%             44.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia          Unchanged          60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +0.7%             56.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +1.5%             50.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +0.9%             43.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +1.2%             51.2% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +2.0%             61.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +2.4%             51.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.2%             23.4% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

 

- Teruaki Ogi has been suspended by the Athletic Commission for 18 months after holding a submission for several seconds after his opponent Cong Dun submitted. Aside from his suspension, he has been released by the CTC, and his opponent, Cong Dun will advance in the tournament in his place.

- James Busfield suffered a Strained Wrist in his victory over Gregg Grable, and will miss a few days of training. This should not affect his ability to continue in the tournament.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Tommy Ray, Clint Royle, Stewart Point, Tan Su, Hisamitsu Sasaki, Greg Chiang, Rory McEnterry, Gregg Grable, Daniel Litton, Olly Whiskerton, Kenshin Hamamoto, Geoff Taggart, and Jinzaburo Iseki.

- The services of Beau LuPone and Buck Graham have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

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Saturday, Week 2, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Little Dragon" Li-Kong Ho (21-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -1090) vs. Taizoh Chung Man (21-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #125, Underdog: +870)

Li-Kong Ho is one of the most popular fighters in Asia and a cult hero in his home of Indonesia. A simply astonishing submission fighter to watch, pulling out holds that few others even know let alone try in competitive fights, it is widely thought that Ho has the best ground game in MMA. One of the top Featherweights in the world, the only blemishes on his career so far have been his two defeats, both times after being overwhelmed by Tomohiro Takeuchi in KDMFC title bouts. His last fight was a Unanimous Decision loss to Tomohiro Takeuchi in a KDMFC title bout last July. Taizoh Chung Man is a very solid wrestler, who can cause serious problems if he gets hold of an opponent, and get the opportunity to grind out a result. Naturally a Lightweight, he nonetheless normally competes at Featherweight where he can use his extra bulk to his advantage. He won by second round TKO over Landon London in the First Round of the tournament.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Lightning" Lamont Banner (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -680) vs. Ned Butterfield (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Underdog: Underdog: +540)

Lamont Banner is a youngster who comes to MMA with an enormous amount of hype behind him. The son of the legendary world champion calibre boxer Douglas Banner Jr. he is one of the few fighters who can boast a truly world-class boxing game at his disposal, which allied with heavy training in wrestling will make him a very dangerous opponent for anyone. He's had a couple fights in XCC, both wins, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Marcus Speed in his last fight. Ned Butterfield is a student of Judo, a solid competitor when he can get in close and grapple with an opponent or use his submission game on the ground, but his awful striking is a huge weakness that seriously needs addressing before he can hope to make it in the big time. After compiling an 8-1 record one the regional scene, he makes a debut with his first competitive organization.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Peragon of Virtue" Fernando Peragon (13-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Favorite: -770) vs. Jefferson "The Hitman" Mndawe (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Underdog: +610)

Fernando Peragon debuted in 1994, quickly establishing himself as a bit of a wild man, his reckless brawling style revolving around loading up his big right hand whenever possible and swinging for the fences. Although his style is short on finesse, it has proven to be too much for many of his opponents to handle. A regular with SIGMA, he has slowly but surely been climbing the rankings toward a Featherweight title shot. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Manish Khan in his last fight. Jefferson Mndawe is one of the few African fighters currently competeing in MMA, and is a good kickboxer who can give most opponents a torrid time standing. He is particularly noted for his powerful head kicks, being a master of knocking people out with that strike. He recently moved to London looking for better competition. He won by second round TKO over Joshua Goldberg in the first round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Rafael "Slick" Tavares (15-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -340) vs. Noah "The Genius" Smithee (13-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #108, Underdog: +270)

Rafael Tavares is a well-rounded competitor who mixes very good BJJ skills with a striking game that is hard to deal with due to his speed and skill. His one weakness is grappling, as he has shown to be vulnerable to bullying wrestlers in the past, but other than that he is a very dangerous fighter who can hang with the best. A regular with XCC, his relatively poor win-loss record is a result of only competeing against top tier talent and is not a reflection of his true skill level. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Easton Frye in XCC. Noah Smithee is a Featherweight competitor, who is a wrestler by trade and likes to grind his way to victories with a low-risk strategy of combining takedowns with ground control. His vulnerability to strikes is a big weakness that has obviously harmed his career thusfar, but he remains a tough opponent to face. He won a Unanimous Decision over Lothar Marks in the first round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: David James Diggle (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -550) vs. Guilherme "Zoom" de Barros (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #141, Underdog: +430)

David James Diggle is one of the fastest rising Featherweight fighters in the world. He is a Muay Thai competitor who is known for his ability to obliterate people from the clinch with elbows and knees. A highly technical striker, Diggle's only real flaw seems to be that he is somewhat inconsistent. He joined XCC in 2000, having impressed on the local circuit, and has torn through the Featherweight division in impressive fashion. He has won three fights in XCC, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Wallace Everett. Guilherme de Barros is a youngster from Brazil, a Muay Thai fighter who has cross-trained in other martial arts in order to give himself a versatile MMA base. A dangerous striker, he is more than capable of knocking most opponents out cold. He won by first round knock out over Ashton Andrews in the first round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Kid Britain" Manish Khan (11-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -940) vs. Hetcher Durante (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #148, Underdog: +750)

Manish Khan excelled in England's amateur boxing ranks, before moving to MMA in 1994. Boasting fast hands and excellent head movement, his elusive counter-punching style quickly helped him establish himself as a major force and took him all the way to a SIGMA Featherweight title shot. Unfortunately he lost that bout to Snorri Gunnarsson and the defeat seems to have sent his career into a tailspin. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Fernando Peragon. Hetcher Durante is a Featherweight competitor, who likes to stand and strike but isn't particularly threatening as he lacks power. What he is good at is exploiting his elusiveness and cardio to pepper his opponent with small shots over several rounds in a bid to win by decision. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Paco del Rio in the first round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kenji "Star" Akita (14-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jurg "The Demolisher" Lewandowski (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #124, Underdog: +950)

Kenji Akita is a flamboyant competitor, a former amateur wrestling stand-out whose fine grappling and excellent shot have helped him become one of Japan's most successful Featherweight competitors. A dedicated student of the sport, despite what his egomaniacal public persona would indicate, his standup and submissions, his weakest areas, seem to improve from fight to fight. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Norberto in KDMFC. Jurg Lewandowski is a German of Polish extraction, and is one of the bigger Featherweights in the world and has to use extreme weight cutting techniques in order to fight a 145 lbs. Originally a wrestler, he has worked on his striking in order to become a better all-around fighter. He won by second round knock out over Shinsui Sakata in the first round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Serbian Psycho" Milovan Ajetovic (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +750) vs. Foggy Lee (10-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -940)

Milovan Ajetovic is a Muay-Thai fighter, who has vicious kicks and nasty knees from the clinch and isn't shy about using either to inflict major damage. He needs to improve his ground game and grappling, as until those have been upped he will not be the threat that he could be. A SIGMA regular, he has struggled with the jump up in competition that joining them has brought. He has lost three straight fights, and is coming off a second round submission loss to Nuno Valentino in his last fight. Foggy Lee is a young Featherweight from Canada, he is a bit of an all-rounder. His striking game is competent, albeit based on a high volume to small punches rather than possessing any power, and he is surprisingly adept on the ground given that he is entirely self-taught in that area.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Scorching" Shuler Eigenberg (12-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -1060) vs. Aidan McHugh (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +840)

Shuler Eigenberg was born in Israel, but moved to Canada at a young age and is now a full citizen. He is noted for his powerful striking. If he gets a chance to land one of his trademark bombs on an opponent they rarely remain standing, and his method of stalking his victims down. Known for being in exciting fights, Eigenberg is a regular with XCC. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Anthony Ray Shenkman in XCC. Aidan McHugh is a competent kick boxer, who has adequate power and technique to trouble most people. What he lacks is an all-around MMA game, as other than his strikes he lacks any other offensive weapons.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Wallace "All Night Long" Everett (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Favorite: -850) vs. Kade Devine (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Underdog: +670)

Everett Wallace is a rising star at Featherweight, a fine boxer with excellent technique who is particularly noted for his unbelievable endurance. He's still just as quick at the end of the third round as he was at the start of the first. His wrestling and ground game are improving over time, and if he is handled correctly he could become a contender. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to David James Diggle in XCC. Kade Devine has a name better suited to the caberet circuit, but despite this chose to make a living in mixed martial arts. The short but powerful athlete is a decent karate fighter, but lacks the all-around game to be truly threatening.

 

 

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CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Marco "The Bomb" Bernacci (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -350) vs. Swithens Corcoran (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #100, Underdog: +270)

Marco Bernacci is one of Europe's top prospects. A talented kick boxer who has the power to knock out any opponent. A good sprawl also helps keep him away from his weakest area, the ground. He is a regular for SIGMA, fighting in their Featherweight division, and appears to be being slowly groomed for the top. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Hans Christian Bloch in SIGMA. Swithens Corcoran is an ultra-tough Northern Irish fighter who has dynamite in his gloves. A former boxer, he is a very dangerous man to stand with, but has learned enough "anti-wrestling" that shutting him down or taking him to the ground is a tough proposition.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Alejandro "Lobo" Laguera (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Favorite: -660) vs. Saul Cervantes (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Underdog: +520)

Alejandro Laguera is a future star at Featherweight, who is one of the best punchers at that weight, mixing truly vicious power with excellent technique acquired during his teenage years spent boxing. An exciting fighter to watch due to his balls-to-the-wall style and big heart, he is going to take some stopping. He was hired by his local promotion XCC, at the start of 2001 and made an immediate impact, knocking out Jimmy Schott in less than two minutes. Saul Cervantes is one of the rising starts of Spanish MMA, and is a striker who is becoming known for his spectacular head kick knock outs. A showman who is never short of a word or two at the expense of his opponent, he could be a big name in European MMA very soon.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jackson "Pocket Rocket" Gray (20-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -340) vs. "Hot Chocolate" Brian Berkley (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +270)

Jackson Gray is a decent amateur wrestler, who has built a career out of being able to find holes in his opponents game and exploit them. The majority of his wins come via decision, either because he has controlled an opponent on the mat, or blitzed them with his quick, sharp boxing. A former XCC Lightweight title challenger, Gray announced that he was dropping down to Featherweight following his loss to Julian Beals in July 2001, a move that he hopes will revive a career gone south. Brian Berkley came to MMA after a fairly successful career as a college amateur wrestler. Known for his unending cardio and all-attack mentality, the Californian could go on to be a big name in the sport.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Reza Afshar (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -310) vs. Marvin "Wrecking" Crews (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Underdog: +240)

Reza Afshar is a Muay Thai specialist who has good strikes in his arsenal, particularly with his kicks and knees. Mentally tough as well, the signs are that he'll be a major force in the Featherweight division rankings before long. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Yagi Jokichi in KDMFC. Marvin Crews is a ground and pound specialist from Jamaica, who has lightning-fast takedowns and is hard to shake off once he has top control. He loves to use his razor sharp elbows from side control to finish off opponents too.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Naruhiko Yonai (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Underdog: +400) vs. Ryota "Ronin" Sugimoto (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Favorite: -510)

Naruhiko Yonai is a jiu-jitsu specialist, who has the ability to tap people out on the ground with his armlocks and chokes but lacks the wrestling to make sure the fight goes to the floor or the striking to threaten from other areas. After going 6-0 on the local circuit, Yonai joined KDM FC in 2001, only to lose on his debut, after being manhandled to a Unanimous Decision loss by Taki Inouye. Ryota Sugimoto is short and squat, a powerful wrestler who uses his low center of gravity to allow him to impose his will on much taller men. He has a potent ground and pound game that is his primary method of finishing people off.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ronaldo Freitas (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Underdog: +820) vs. Freddy "The Axe" Lomax (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Favorite: -1030)

Ronaldo Freitas is a Brazilian fighter whose background is in boxing, a fact that is clear in his fighting style which revolves primarily around his quick hands and excellent defence. Many in Brazil have high hopes for the youngster. Freddy Lomax is a young British prospect, who is a versatile fighter who is competent at nearly every aspect of MMA. However, while he is good at everything, he is not great at anything, and that flaw may be exposed against top class opposition.

 

Weigh-In Results

Li-Kong Ho (145 lbs) vs. Taizoh Chung Man (145 lbs)

Lamont Banner (145 lbs) vs. Ned Butterfield (145 lbs)

Fernando Peragon (145 lbs) vs. Jefferson Mndawe (145 lbs)

Rafael Tavares (145 lbs) vs. Noah Smithee (145 lbs)

David James Diggle (145 lbs) vs. Guilherme de Barros (145 lbs)

Manish Khan (145 lbs) vs. Hetcher Durante (145 lbs)

Kenji Akita (145 lbs) vs. Jurg Lewandowski (145 lbs)

Milovan Ajetovic (145 lbs) vs. Foggy Lee (145 lbs)

Shuler Eigenberg (145 lbs) vs. Aidan McHugh (145 lbs)

Wallace Everett (145 lbs) vs. Kade Devine (145 lbs)

Marco Bernacci (145 lbs) vs. Swithens Corcoran (145 lbs)

Alejandro Laguera (145 lbs) vs. Saul Cervantes (145 lbs)

Jackson Gray (145 lbs) vs. Brian Berkley (145 lbs)

Reza Afshar (145 lbs) vs. Marvin Crews (145 lbs)

Naruhiko Yonai (145 lbs) vs. Ryota Sugimoto (145 lbs)

Ronaldo Freitas (145 lbs) vs. Freddy Lomax (145 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 30 Full Fight Card

FW: Li-Kong Ho vs. Taizoh Chung Man

FW: Lamont Banner vs. Ned Butterfield

FW: Fernando Peragon vs. Jefferson Mndawe

FW: Rafael Tavares vs. Noah Smithee

FW: David James Diggle vs. Guilherme de Barros

FW: Manish Khan vs. Hetcher Durante

FW: Kenji Akita vs. Jurg Lewandowski

FW: Milovan Ajetovic vs. Foggy Lee

FW: Shuler Eigenberg vs. Aidan McHugh

FW: Wallace Everett vs. Kade Devine

 

FW: Marco Bernacci vs. Swithens Corcoran

FW: Alejandro Laguera vs. Saul Cervantes

FW: Jackson Gray vs. Brian Berkley

FW: Reza Afshar vs. Marvin Crews

FW: Naruhiko Yonai vs. Ryota Sugimoto

FW: Ronaldo Freitas vs. Freddy Lomax

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Saturday, Week 2, June 2002

 

Live From Brandon, Manitoba

 

 

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CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ronaldo Freitas (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +820) vs. Freddy "The Axe" Lomax (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Warwickshire, England, Favorite: -1030)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the prelim fights is Ronaldo Freitas taking on Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Freitas throws a hook to the body, but Lomax steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Freitas steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Lomax had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Freitas hits a left hand, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Freitas tries to go to the body but gets countered with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) There's a takedown attempt from Lomax.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Freitas cannot stop the takedown and only catches Lomax in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Lomax pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Freitas.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Lomax hits a slicing elbow on Freitas.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Lomax attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Lomax almost gets side control, but Freitas was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) The scramble leaves Freitas turtled up with Lomax behind.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Lomax attempts to flatten Freitas out for a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Lomax sinks the choke in deeply, and Freitas has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax defeats Ronaldo Freitas (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Freddy Lomax name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Freddy Lomax celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Naruhiko Yonai (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +400) vs. Ryota "Ronin" Sugimoto (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -510)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Naruhiko Yonai battles Ryota 'Ronin' Sugimoto.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Sugimoto looks significantly bigger than Yonai as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Sugimoto aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) A jab is wide from Yonai, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Sugimoto gets hold of Yonai without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Sugimoto is trying to muscle Yonai up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Sugimoto achieves it, pinning Yonai to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Yonai, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Sugimoto is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Sugimoto and Yonai remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Showing his ability to exert control, Sugimoto smothers Yonai up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Sugimoto and Yonai remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Yonai fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Yonai steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Sugimoto looked like he was going to shoot, but Yonai simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Yonai lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Sugimoto may have been setting up to shoot, but Yonai aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Yonai hits a left jab and then catches Sugimoto with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Sugimoto comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Yonai throws a punch but Sugimoto was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) With a clear opportunity, Sugimoto is able to move in fast and clinch with Yonai.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Sugimoto is looking to muscle Yonai back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Sugimoto achieves it, pinning Yonai to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Yonai is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) The rest of the round sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(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 Sugimoto.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Sugimoto may have been aiming to get in close, but Yonai aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Yonai lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Yonai throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Sugimoto seizes the chance and grabs Yonai into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Sugimoto tries to wrestle Yonai backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Sugimoto does it, Yonai is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Unable to get free, Yonai is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Yonai is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Yonai can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Sugimoto with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Sugimoto seizes the chance and grabs Yonai into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Sugimoto is trying to muscle Yonai up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Sugimoto does it, Yonai is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Yonai wrestles back against Sugimoto, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Sugimoto is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) Sugimoto looked like he was going to shoot, but Yonai simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) Yonai connects with a nice jab and then catches Sugimoto with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Sugimoto comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Yonai hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Moving in, Sugimoto appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) A jab is wide from Yonai, but then he lands a right hand.

(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 Sugimoto, 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Sugimoto up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Yonai steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Sugimoto appeared to be going for a takedown, but Yonai took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Yonai can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) It looks like Sugimoto has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Sugimoto comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Yonai gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Sugimoto begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Sugimoto passes guard, but Yonai was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Sugimoto ends up in guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Sugimoto looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Yonai starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Sugimoto manages to come out on top with side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Sugimoto starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Yonai tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Sugimoto fires away with punches, and Yonai is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Sugimoto gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Sugimoto pounds away but Yonai deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Sugimoto unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:30) Sugimoto unloads with some right hands, but Yonai deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Yonai tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Sugimoto pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Yonai!

(Rd 3 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Sugimoto, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Yonai doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Sugimoto loses his hooks, as Yonai pries them away.

(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 Sugimoto, but only a 10-9.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Sugimoto 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 - 04:49) Sugimoto warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Yonai throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Seizing the opportunity, Sugimoto clinches.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Sugimoto attempts to wrestle Yonai to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Sugimoto has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Sugimoto pounds away, but Yonai isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Yonai scoots around and wraps his legs around Sugimoto to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Sugimoto lies on top of Yonai, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Sugimoto keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Yonai tries to sweep Sugimoto but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Sugimoto attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Sugimoto gets past, but Yonai stops him at half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Sugimoto starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) He passes guard with ease, moving straight into the mount.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Sugimoto is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Sugimoto pounds away on Yonai, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Sugimoto pounds away on Yonai, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Sugimoto fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Yonai tries to sweep Sugimoto out of mount but can't do it.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Sugimoto fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Sugimoto unloads with some right hands, but Yonai deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 4 - 00:11) Yonai tries to move Sugimoto out of mount but can't.

(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 Sugimoto, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Yonai 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 - 04:54) A jab lands from Yonai, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Sugimoto is able to grab Yonai.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Sugimoto is looking to muscle Yonai back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Sugimoto achieves it, pinning Yonai to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Sugimoto presses Yonai up against the cage. Tired, he is starting to get deep into his gas tank.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 5 - 03:15) Showing his ability to control opponents, Sugimoto fights through his fatigue and smothers Yonai against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:15) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) For the first time, Yonai is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 5 - 01:53) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 5 - 01:35) Sugimoto looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Sugimoto, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Sugimoto gets hold of a leg but Yonai remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Sugimoto uses the position to drive Yonai up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Sugimoto looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Yonai works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) A few deep breaths betray that Yonai is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Sugimoto uses a left jab, but Yonai avoids a big right.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Yonai is able to grab Sugimoto.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Yonai tries to wrestle Sugimoto backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Sugimoto ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) It isn't pretty, but Yonai has Sugimoto stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) Nothing really happens for the remainder of the round, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(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 Sugimoto, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Stewart Morecambe), 50-45 (Millhouse Twain) and 50-45 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Ryota 'Ronin' Sugimoto!

 

 

Official Result: Ryota 'Ronin' Sugimoto defeats Naruhiko Yonai (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ryota Sugimoto thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Ryota Sugimoto celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Reza Afshar (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Abu Dhabi, UAE, Favorite: -310) vs. Marvin "Wrecking" Crews (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kingston, Jamaica, Underdog: +240)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Reza Afshar taking on Marvin 'Wrecking' Crews.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Afshar initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Crews tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Crews falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Afshar lands a jab and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Moving forward constantly, Afshar is pressuring Crews.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Afshar looks to pressure Crews, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Afshar lands a right jab but Crews avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Afshar steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Afshar steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Afshar hits two right jabs and then he hits Crews with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Afshar comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Crews fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Afshar connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Afshar initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Crews tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Afshar fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Crews with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Crews misses a right hook and gets countered with a good left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Moving forward constantly, Afshar is pressuring Crews.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Afshar is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Afshar can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Showing great speed, Crews shoots in on Afshar.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Crews gets hold of a leg but Afshar remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Unable to complete the takedown, Crews instead pushes Afshar up against the cage.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Afshar took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Afshar comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Afshar steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Afshar connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Afshar closes in on Crews, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Crews appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Afshar took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Afshar lands a right jab, but misses with a left body kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Afshar connects with a nice jab and then catches Crews with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Afshar steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Afshar steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Afshar lands a right hand and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Afshar attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Crews misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Afshar lands a right hand and then he scores with a crunching leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Afshar comes forward, walking down Crews.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Afshar moves into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Afshar can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Crews with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) Afshar is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Afshar forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Crews fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Afshar lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Moving forward constantly, Afshar is pressuring Crews.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Afshar steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Afshar connects with two right jabs, but Crews avoids a big left.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) Afshar moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) A jab hits home from Afshar and then he catches Crews with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Afshar took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Afshar.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:47) A jab hits home from Afshar and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Crews misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a solid left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Crews misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick right jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) There's a very quick takedown attempt from Crews.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Crews couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Afshar hops in place on the other.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Crews can't get Afshar down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Crews catches Afshar with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Crews tries to use dirty boxing against Afshar, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) Crews looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Afshar works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Afshar lands a jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Afshar slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:49) Afshar looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 01:49) Crews uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Afshar as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Crews looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) An excellent outside leg trip sees Afshar get thrown to the mat!

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Afshar gives up his back off the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Crews tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Afshar stops Crews from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:44) Afshar tries a roll, but doesn't budge Crews.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Crews tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Afshar tries a roll, but doesn't budge Crews.

(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 Afshar.

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

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Crews had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Afshar connects with a jab, but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Afshar lands a jab and then hits Crews with a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Afshar is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Afshar moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Afshar fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Afshar throws a punch but Crews avoids it.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) Afshar is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) Seizing the opportunity, Crews clinches.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) Crews uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Afshar as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Crews is looking to muscle Afshar back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Afshar ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Crews smothers Afshar against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Afshar gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:39) Afshar is trapped against the cage and Crews punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) Crews catches Afshar with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Showing his ability to exert control, Crews smothers Afshar up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Afshar takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Taking a few gulps of breath, Crews is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Afshar confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Crews appeared to be going for a takedown, but Afshar took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Afshar uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Afshar confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Crews may have been aiming to get in close, but Afshar aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Afshar lands a right hand and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Afshar closes in on Crews, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Crews had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Afshar lands a jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Crews took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Crews 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 - 04:49) There's a takedown attempt from Crews.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) The takedown is completed, Afshar is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) That's his second successful takedown from four attempts.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Crews lies on top of Afshar, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Crews throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Afshar tries to smother Crews by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Crews looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Afshar tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 03:15) The scramble ends with Crews grabbing Afshar and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Crews smothers Afshar against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Crews uses dirty boxing to punish Afshar while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) Crews pins Afshar up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:11) Afshar is trapped against the cage and Crews punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:59) Afshar looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 01:59) Crews uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Crews attempts to throw an elbow, but Afshar tightens the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) 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 - 01:27) Crews is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) Crews chooses to shoot in on Afshar.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) Afshar cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) That's his third takedown of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Crews smothers Afshar with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) Afshar is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Crews off of him.

(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 Crews, but only a 10-9.

(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 (Stewart Morecambe), 48-47 (Millhouse Twain) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Reza Afshar!

 

 

Official Result: Reza Afshar defeats Marvin 'Wrecking' Crews (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Reza Afshar 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 FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jackson "Pocket Rocket" Gray (20-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Vallejo, California, Favorite: -340) vs. "Hot Chocolate" Brian Berkley (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Jackson 'Pocket Rocket' Gray battles 'Hot Chocolate' Brian Berkley.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Berkley comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Berkley looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) He does it, and has the mount on Gray.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Berkley unloads with big right hands, but Gray is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Berkley pounds away with rights and Gray is eating some heavy shots!

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Berkley pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Gray.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Berkley pounds away on Gray, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Berkley unloads with big right hands, but Gray is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Berkley tries to pound on Gray, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Berkley blocks an attempt to move him from mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Berkley pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Gray tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Berkley.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Berkley tries to pound on Gray, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Gray tries to move Berkley out of mount but can't.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Berkley fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Berkley blocks an attempt to move him from mount.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Berkley fires away with punches, but Gray doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Gray tries to turn over and sweep Berkley, but rolls too far and gives up his back!

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Berkley unloads with some right hands, but Gray deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Gray tries to move Berkley off his back but can't.

(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 Berkley.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Berkley had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) A jab is wide from Gray, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) There's a takedown attempt from Berkley.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) Berkley drives forward and gets the takedown! Gray couldn't quite stop it.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) Gray is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Berkley holding him down.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Berkley looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Gray from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Gray gets turned onto his back, and is mounted!

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Berkley pounds away and Gray eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Berkley forces Gray to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Berkley pounds away on Gray, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Gray is in increasing trouble, as Berkley gets both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Berkley unloads with big right hands, but Gray is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Berkley unloads with some right hands, but Gray deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Gray tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Berkley tries to finish Gray off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Gray stops Berkley from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Berkley loses both hooks, but still has the back.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Berkley pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Berkley increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Berkley pounds away with rights, but Gray covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Berkley, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Gray stops Berkley from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Berkley loses his hooks, as Gray pries them away.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Berkley pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Berkley pounds away, but Gray isn't troubled by the strikes.

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

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

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

 

 

Round 3

 

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Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Berkley shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) He has the takedown! Gray pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) Berkley is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Berkley leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Gray.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Berkley looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Berkley looks to get a mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Berkley shows his ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Berkley pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Berkley pounds away and Gray eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Berkley fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Gray tries to sweep Berkley out of mount but can't do it.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) Berkley fires away with punches, but Gray deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) Berkley fires off some rights, but Gray isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) Gray tries to sweep Berkley out of mount but can't do it.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Berkley pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Berkley pounds away, but Gray calmly deals with them.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Gray tries to move Berkley out of mount but can't.

(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 Berkley, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Gray 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) Gray fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Gray steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Berkley looked like he was going to shoot, but Gray simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Gray throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 4 - 04:17) Berkley is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Berkley chooses to shoot in on Gray.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Berkley drives forward and gets the takedown! Gray couldn't quite stop it.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Gray winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Berkley pressing onto him.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Not liking his options, Berkley looks to get a better position over Gray.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Berkley shifts his position brilliantly to get mount!

(Rd 4 - 03:11) Berkley pounds away with rights, but Gray covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Berkley pounds away, Gray is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 4 - 02:52) The strikes are hard enough to force Gray to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process!

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Berkley gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Berkley tries to finish Gray off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Gray doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Gray manages to pull free of the hooks, but still has Berkley on his back.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Gray is in increasing trouble, as Berkley gets both hooks in.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Berkley unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Gray.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Berkley, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Gray doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Berkley loses both hooks, but still has the back.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Berkley gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Berkley pounds away, landing several clean blows on Gray in the process.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Berkley tries to pound on Gray, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Gray 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) Berkley shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Berkley tries to pound on Gray, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Using an underhook to set it up, Gray looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) There wasn't enough separation though, Berkley is able to catch him and secure side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Berkley punches down at Gray, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Gray tries to move to guard, but Berkley doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Berkley fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Gray tries to move to guard, but Berkley doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Berkley looks to get a mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Advancing his position, he gets mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) Berkley fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Berkley pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Gray.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Berkley fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:19) Gray tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount but gets rolled and Berkley has his back!

(Rd 5 - 01:05) Berkley pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) Berkley blocks Gray as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 5 - 00:35) Berkley gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) Berkley pounds away but Gray deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Berkley pounds away with rights, but Gray covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(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 Berkley.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 50-44 (Millhouse Twain), 50-44 (Edward Wilde) and 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Hot Chocolate' Brian Berkley!

 

 

Official Result: 'Hot Chocolate' Brian Berkley defeats Jackson 'Pocket Rocket' Gray (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Brian Berkley thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. A delighted Brian Berkley says that he is glad to win his first fight but that this is just the start. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Alejandro "Lobo" Laguera (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -660) vs. Saul Cervantes (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Barcelona, Spain, Underdog: +520)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Alejandro 'Lobo' Laguera battles Saul Cervantes.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Cervantes rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Laguera slips past a left hook and counters with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Cervantes misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Laguera to attack with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Cervantes misses with a right jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Laguera hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Cervantes misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Laguera attacks with a left jab and a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Cervantes is off target with a right jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Laguera is off-target with a jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Cervantes might be in real trouble here, he is backing off but looks really unsteady on his feet!

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Laguera clips Cervantes with a right hand but didn't catch it cleanly enough to do any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Cervantes hits a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Laguera hits a wicked right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Cervantes is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Laguera starts pounding away on Cervantes, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Laguera pounds away on Cervantes, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 1 - 01:36) The referee pulls Laguera away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Alejandro Laguera takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Alejandro 'Lobo' Laguera defeats Saul Cervantes (TKO (Strikes) in 3:44 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Alejandro Laguera thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Alejandro Laguera says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Marco "The Bomb" Bernacci (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Rome, Italy, Favorite: -350) vs. Swithens Corcoran (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Marco 'The Bomb' Bernacci takes on Swithens Corcoran in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Bernacci misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Corcoran to attack with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Bernacci hits a right jab but misses with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Corcoran hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Bernacci hits a right jab but misses with an attempted shot to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Corcoran hits a couple of jabs but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Corcoran misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Bernacci to attack with a right jab and a left head kick that doesn't make contact.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) A nice feint from Corcoran causes Bernacci to become open.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Bernacci misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Corcoran to attack with a powerful straight right!

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Bernacci is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Corcoran quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Bernacci!

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Corcoran unloads with big rights and Bernacci is getting rocked!

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Corcoran attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Bernacci fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) The scramble somehow results in Corcoran underneath Bernacci in north-south position.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Bernacci hits a short knee to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Bernacci blocks an attempted escape.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Bernacci pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Scooting free from under Bernacci, Corcoran scrambles.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Somehow, the scramble leaves Corcoran under the north-south control of Bernacci.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Bernacci hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Scooting free from under Bernacci, Corcoran scrambles.

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

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Bernacci misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Corcoran to attack with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Bernacci is knocked down!

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Corcoran moves in quickly, kneeling beside Bernacci and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Corcoran pounds away on Bernacci, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 2 - 04:44) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Swithens Corcoran takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Swithens Corcoran defeats Marco 'The Bomb' Bernacci (TKO (Strikes) in 0:33 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Swithens Corcoran 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 Pat Troy "better get prepared" because he is coming for him.

 

 

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Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Wallace "All Night Long" Everett (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Favorite: -850) vs. Kade Devine (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Underdog: +670)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which Wallace 'All Night Long' Everett faces Kade Devine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Devine misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Everett comes in with a left jab and a solid right hand.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Devine misses with a big right hand, allowing Everett to counter with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Everett counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Everett counters a right hand with a brace of jabs that are followed by a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Everett studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Devine misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Everett attacks with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Everett finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Devine misses a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Devine uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Everett lands a left jab and also hits a left to the body.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:47) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Everett took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Everett 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 Devine 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 - 04:48) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Everett counters a right hand with a powerful right hook!

(Rd 2 - 04:40) He's down! Devine falls to the floor!

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Everett moves in quickly to try and finish Devine with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Everett hits several big stomps and kicks, but Devine somehow hangs on!

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Everett looks to get on top of Devine.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Everett attains side control.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Everett throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) In side control, Everett throws a couple of punches designed to keep Devine guessing.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Everett looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Everett takes the back instead, Devine rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Everett increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Everett pounds away with right hands and Devine is in big trouble!

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Everett fires away with punches and Devine is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Referee Leo Behan jumps in and saves Devine from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 01:48) By TKO, the winner is Wallace Everett!

 

 

Official Result: Wallace 'All Night Long' Everett defeats Kade Devine (TKO (Strikes) in 3:12 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Wallace Everett praises his team at Halvorsen's, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Wallace Everett says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Scorching" Shuler Eigenberg (12-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Jerusalem, Israel, Favorite: -1060) vs. Aidan McHugh (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Inverness, Scotland, Underdog: +840)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Scorching' Shuler Eigenberg fighting Aidan McHugh.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) McHugh doesn't connect with a right jab but lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Eigenberg hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Eigenberg slips past a left hook and counters with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) McHugh comes forward.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:11) McHugh fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) McHugh lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Showing great boxing, Eigenberg hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Backing off, McHugh looks very wobbly, I think he may be hurt!

(Rd 1 - 02:55) A big right hand from Eigenberg drops McHugh!

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Eigenberg starts pounding away on McHugh, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Eigenberg unloads with massive right hands and McHugh is getting destroyed!

(Rd 1 - 02:44) The referee jumps in and saves McHugh from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 02:33) By TKO, the winner is Shuler Eigenberg!

 

 

Official Result: 'Scorching' Shuler Eigenberg defeats Aidan McHugh (TKO (Strikes) in 2:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Shuler Eigenberg thanks everyone connected to Slaughterhouse for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Shuler Eigenberg celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Serbian Psycho" Milovan Ajetovic (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Belgrade, Serbia, Underdog: +750) vs. Foggy Lee (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sherbrooke, Quebec, Favorite: -940)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Serbian Psycho' Milovan Ajetovic fighting Foggy Lee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Lee and Ajetovic lock eyes during the introductions, both fighters look up for this.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Ajetovic misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Lee lands two jabs and also connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Ajetovic comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Lee hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Ajetovic uses a left jab but misses with a right body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Ajetovic misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Lee nails one quick punch from a flurry but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Ajetovic comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Lee hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) A jab is wide from Ajetovic, but then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Moving forward constantly, Ajetovic is pressuring Lee.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Lee hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Ajetovic fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Ajetovic uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Lee hits a nice four punch combination.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) It looks like Ajetovic has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Ajetovic hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Lee scores with three punches out of a flurry but only finds gloves with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) 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) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Lee, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Ajetovic is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Lee lights up his opponent with four quick punches.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Ajetovic misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Lee attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Ajetovic misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Ajetovic misses with a big right hand, allowing Lee to counter with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Ajetovic misses a couple of jabs but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Lee scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Lee comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Ajetovic throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Lee gets hold of Ajetovic, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Lee is looking to muscle Ajetovic back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Lee manages it and controls Ajetovic up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) With the cage trapping Ajetovic, Lee looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Ajetovic prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation!

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Ajetovic doesn't get away with it, referee Leo Behan sees it and gives a verbal warning!

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Lee catches Ajetovic with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Showing his ability to exert control, Lee smothers Ajetovic up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) 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 2 - 00:35) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Ajetovic goes to the legs with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Lee scores with three punches out of a flurry but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Lee doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Ajetovic throws a two punch combination but Lee maintains his good guard and is safe.

(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 Lee.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Lee 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 - 04:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Ajetovic misses with a head kick attempt and gets countered with two jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ajetovic is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Lee slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Ajetovic misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Lee attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Ajetovic misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Ajetovic misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Lee throws three quick punches and lands one of them but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Ajetovic falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Ajetovic misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lee to attack with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Ajetovic misses a head kick attempt and is countered with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Lee is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Ajetovic uses a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Displaying his quick hands, Lee punches in bunches with four rapid strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) Ajetovic misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Lee comes in with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Ajetovic is off target with a pair of jabs but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Lee throws five quick punches and lands one of them but finds a big right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Lee slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Lee, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Ajetovic will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:52) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Ajetovic throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Ajetovic is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Ajetovic confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Lee looked like he was going to shoot, but Ajetovic simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Ajetovic can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Lee with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Lee shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Lee gets a single leg takedown! Ajetovic pulls guard off it.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Lee fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Lee starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Ajetovic allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) The scramble results in Ajetovic being on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Lee fires away with punches, but Ajetovic doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Lee is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Ajetovic fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Ajetovic ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 4 - 01:55) Lee looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:55) Ajetovic fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) The scramble leaves Ajetovic on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Lee starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Lee passes guard, but Ajetovic was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) Lee ends up in side control.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) Lee looks to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) Ajetovic fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 4 - 00:48) The scramble ends with Lee grabbing Ajetovic and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Ajetovic looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Lee looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Ajetovic, desperate, grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Ajetovic is lucky, as the referee apparently didn't see it!

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Lee uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) With Ajetovic stuck against the cage, Lee tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Lee gets the takedown! Ajetovic pulls half guard.

(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 Lee.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Ajetovic 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) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Ajetovic doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) With quick hands, Lee punches in bunches with five rapid strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Ajetovic looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Lee hits Ajetovic with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Lee is looking to muscle Ajetovic back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Lee achieves it, pinning Ajetovic to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Ajetovic is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) Ajetovic is trapped against the cage and Lee hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Lee catches Ajetovic with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:23) Lee catches Ajetovic with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Ajetovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Lee pins Ajetovic up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Lee catches Ajetovic with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) The gash under the eye of Ajetovic has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Ajetovic is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Referee Leo Behan thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Lee 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 - 02:20) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 5 - 01:56) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:56) Lee uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Ajetovic.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Ajetovic gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Lee uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Ajetovic as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 01:09) Ajetovic tries to wriggle free, but Lee controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) Lee tries to wrestle Ajetovic backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) Ajetovic ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Lee doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Lee smothers Ajetovic against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Lee scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) With Ajetovic bleeding, referee Leo Behan pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) Referee Leo Behan brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 5 - 00:10) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Lee feints, causing Ajetovic to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Ajetovic misses with a big right hand, allowing Lee to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) Ajetovic looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Lee 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 Foggy Lee!

 

 

Official Result: Foggy Lee defeats 'The Serbian Psycho' Milovan Ajetovic (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Foggy Lee thanks everyone connected to Montreal Fight Sciences for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Foggy Lee celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. He gave a charismatic performance.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kenji "Star" Akita (14-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jurg "The Demolisher" Lewandowski (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Kenji 'Star' Akita goes head to head with Jurg 'The Demolisher' Lewandowski.

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

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Lewandowski misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Akita to attack with a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Lewandowski appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Lewandowski throws a one-two, but Akita was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Akita quickly shoots on Lewandowski.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Akita punches down at Lewandowski, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Akita fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Akita starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Akita is too skilled for Lewandowski, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) In side control, Akita catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Akita attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Lewandowski has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Kenji Akita takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Kenji 'Star' Akita defeats Jurg 'The Demolisher' Lewandowski (Submission (Kimura) in 3:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kenji Akita thanks everyone connected to Top Team Japan for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Kenji Akita celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Kenji Akita is the whole package, a charismatic talker with looks to match, he has real superstar quality in this sort of setting.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Kid Britain" Manish Khan (11-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Sheffield, England, Favorite: -940) vs. Hetcher Durante (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Cleveland, Ohio, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan battles Hetcher Durante.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Moving forward, Durante looks to strike. Khan stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Durante misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Khan attacks with two jabs that are followed by a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Durante might be in real trouble here, he is backing off but looks really unsteady on his feet!

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Khan moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Durante goes down!

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Khan quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Durante!

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Khan pounds away, Durante is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:23) The referee jumps in and saves Durante from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Manish Khan takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan defeats Hetcher Durante (TKO (Strikes) in 0:53 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Manish Khan gives a name-check to everyone at Bulldog Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Manish Khan says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

David James Diggle (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Cleveland, Ohio, Favorite: -550) vs. Guilherme "Zoom" de Barros (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, David James Diggle takes on Guilherme 'Zoom' de Barros.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Millhouse Twain.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Diggle comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Diggle moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Diggle lands a left jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Diggle comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Diggle steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Diggle hits a left hand but de Barros steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) de Barros hits a right jab but has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Diggle doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) de Barros backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Diggle follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Diggle is trying to force de Barros into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) He gets it and now has a dazed de Barros in even more serious trouble.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) From the clinch, de Barros gets hit with a knee to the side of the face...and it's enough to knock him out cold!

(Rd 1 - 02:57) The winner, by knock out, is David James Diggle!

 

 

Official Result: David James Diggle defeats Guilherme 'Zoom' de Barros (Knock Out (Knee) in 2:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: David James Diggle gives a name-check to everyone at Halvorsen's, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Asked who he wants to fight next, he taunts Francesco Marazzina for having asked for a fight before saying he'll take it cause it's easy money. He is very comfortable being interviewed and did well here.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rafael "Slick" Tavares (15-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -340) vs. Noah "The Genius" Smithee (13-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Boise, Idaho, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Rafael 'Slick' Tavares fighting Noah 'The Genius' Smithee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Tavares lands two left hands and then catches Smithee with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Tavares throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Smithee comes in and grabs Tavares in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Smithee is looking to muscle Tavares back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Tavares ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Smithee attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Tavares on the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) An outside leg trip sweeps Tavares down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Smithee pounds away, but Tavares isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Tavares tries to move to guard, but Smithee doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Smithee throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Smithee tries to pound on Tavares, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Smithee blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) In side control, Smithee throws a couple of punches designed to keep Tavares guessing.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Tavares tries to move to guard, but Smithee doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Smithee throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Smithee blocks an attempt to pull guard.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Tavares tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Tavares can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Tavares connects with two left hands and then catches Smithee with a low kick to the front leg.

(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 Tavares, but only a 10-9.

 

 

Round 2

 

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Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Tavares uses a left jab, but then can't connect with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Smithee works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Smithee tries to take Tavares down.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Smithee pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Smithee blocks Tavares as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Smithee tries to lock Tavares in an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Tavares blocks it.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Tavares pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Smithee pounds away, but Tavares isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Tavares tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Smithee doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Smithee pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Tavares tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Smithee doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Smithee pounds away, but Tavares calmly deals with them.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Tavares tries to get full guard on Smithee but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Smithee fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Tavares tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 00:25) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce stands them back up.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Smithee gets in close and clinches with Tavares.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Smithee, 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 for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Smithee aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) Smithee tries to take Tavares down.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) Smithee doesn't get it, Tavares blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Smithee catches Tavares with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Smithee looks to sweep a leg out from under Tavares so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Smithee uses a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 3 - 04:08) The takedown allows Smithee to take the back of Tavares.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Tavares is in huge trouble now, as Smithee successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) With both hooks in, Smithee tries to flatten Tavares out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Tavares doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) Tavares manages to pull free of the hooks, but still has Smithee on his back.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Tavares is in huge trouble now, as Smithee successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Smithee, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Tavares doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Tavares tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Smithee pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Smithee loses both hooks, but still has the back.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Smithee successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Smithee pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Smithee tries to pound on Tavares, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Tavares manages to pull free of the hooks, but still has Smithee on his back.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) Smithee tries to put Tavares in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) Tavares 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 Smithee, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Smithee 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 - 04:52) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Smithee wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Smithee is trying to muscle Tavares up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Smithee achieves it, pinning Tavares to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Tavares is trapped against the cage and Smithee hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Smithee presses Tavares into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Smithee and Tavares remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Smithee smothers Tavares up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) The lack of progress forces referee Harry A. Bierce to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) For the first time, Tavares is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Smithee moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Tavares hits two left jabs and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Tavares can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Tavares connects with a nice jab and then hits Smithee with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Tavares closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Smithee may have been aiming to get in close, but Tavares aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Tavares throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 4 - 00:19) Tavares moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 4 - 00:19) Smithee may have been aiming to get in close, but Tavares aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:19) Tavares connects with a jab, but Smithee avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Tavares chooses to shoot in on Smithee.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Smithee partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Tavares has a hold of the other.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Unable to complete the takedown, Tavares instead pushes Smithee up against the cage.

(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 Tavares.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

Quote

 

(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Smithee works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) Smithee tries to take Tavares down.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Smithee keeps Tavares guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 5 - 03:59) Tavares tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Smithee attempts an americana.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Tavares doesn't allow the americana to be applied.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Smithee blocks Tavares as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) Smithee fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Smithee blocks Tavares as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) Smithee throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Smithee blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) The lack of progress forces referee Harry A. Bierce to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Smithee is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Tavares lands a jab and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 01:23) Tavares closes in on Smithee, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:23) Tavares lands two jabs and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Tavares, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Tavares drives forward and gets the takedown! Smithee couldn't quite stop it.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Smithee winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Tavares pressing onto him.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Tavares pounds away, but Smithee isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:35) Smithee hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Tavares tries to put Smithee into a guillotine choke.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Smithee doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.

(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 Tavares, but only a 10-9.

(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) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Rafael 'Slick' Tavares!

 

 

Official Result: Rafael 'Slick' Tavares defeats Noah 'The Genius' Smithee (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rafael Tavares gives a name-check to everyone at House of Pain, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Rafael Tavares says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Peragon of Virtue" Fernando Peragon (13-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Madrid, Spain, Favorite: -770) vs. Jefferson "The Hitman" Mndawe (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Lagos, Nigeria, Underdog: +610)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Peragon Of Virtue' Fernando Peragon takes on Jefferson 'The Hitman' Mndawe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout 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 - 04:48) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Mndawe is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Peragon connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Mndawe lands a left jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Peragon scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Mndawe slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with two jabs that are followed by a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Peragon doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a nice right hook. Mndawe hits a left jab and also scores with a stinging right high kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Peragon is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He is covering up, trying to buy time to recover!

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Mndawe smashes Peragon with a big right head kick! Down he goes!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Mndawe senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Mndawe pounds away, Peragon is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Peragon is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight!

(Rd 1 - 03:15) By knock out, the winner is Jefferson Mndawe!

 

 

Official Result: Jefferson 'The Hitman' Mndawe defeats 'The Peragon Of Virtue' Fernando Peragon (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:45 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jefferson Mndawe thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Smugly, Jefferson Mndawe boasts about how he is pretty much unbeatable and that he plans to retire undefeated.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Lightning" Lamont Banner (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Columbus, Ohio, Favorite: -680) vs. Ned Butterfield (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Newark, New Jersey, Underdog: +540)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'Lightning' Lamont Banner takes on Ned Butterfield in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Banner comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Butterfield tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Banner can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a destructive right to the body!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Butterfield collapses to the floor, clearly in a lot of pain!

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Banner moves in quickly, kneeling beside Butterfield and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Banner fires away with punches and Butterfield is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Referee Leo Behan has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 04:29) The winner, by TKO; Lamont Banner!

 

 

Official Result: 'Lightning' Lamont Banner defeats Ned Butterfield (TKO (Strikes) in 0:31 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Lamont Banner praises his team at Evolution MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Lamont Banner says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. Lamont Banner gave a good account of himself here.

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Little Dragon" Li-Kong Ho (21-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -1090) vs. Taizoh Chung Man (21-9, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +870)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Little Dragon' Li-Kong Ho takes on Taizoh Chung Man in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Ho looked like he was about to shoot, but Chung Man stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Chung Man tries to wrestle Ho backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Ho isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Ho is looking to use his wrestling to take Chung Man down.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Chung Man cannot stop being taken over with a belly-to-belly, he can only pull half guard!

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Ho attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Ho gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Chung Man is defending with tenacity, he is frustrating Ho and making him work hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Ho tries to lock Chung Man in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Ho gets the kimura fully applied and Chung Man has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Li-Kong Ho takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'Little Dragon' Li-Kong Ho defeats Taizoh Chung Man (Submission (Kimura) in 1:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Li-Kong Ho 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.

 

 

Attendance: 185

Gate Reciepts: $14,652

Sponsorship: $20,583

Ad Revenue: $262,685

Merchandise: $4,218

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $143,937)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Li-Kong Ho                $32,000      Taizoh Chung Man         $12,830      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             SotN: Ho: $5,000
Lamont Banner             $12,140      Ned Butterfield          $1,680       Perf: Banner: $5,000
Jefferson Mndawe          $7,788       Fernando Peragon         $3,000       Perf: Mndawe: $5,000
Rafael Tavares            $4,080       Noah Smithee             $1,722
David James Diggle        $9,760       Guilherme de Barros      $1,968       KotN: Diggle: $5,000
Manish Khan               $9,080       Hetcher Durante          $1,598       Perf: Khan: $5,000
Kenji Akita               $4,420       Jurg Lewandowski         $1,476
Foggy Lee                 $2,380       Milovan Ajetovic         $1,560
Shuler Eigenberg          $3,740       Aidan McHugh             $1,560
Wallace Everett           $2,380       Kade Devine              $1,560
Swithens Corcoran         $7,400       Marco Bernacci           $2,400       Perf: Corcoran: $5,000
Alejandro Laguera         $2,550       Saul Cervantes           $1,800
Brian Berkley             $165         Jackson Gray             $2,200
Reza Afshar               $2,100       Marvin Crews             $1,200
Ryota Sugimoto            $2,100       Naruhiko Yonai           $1,400
Freddy Lomax              $2,400       Ronaldo Freitas          $1,500

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $22,940

 

Profit: $117,245

 

Critical Rating: 71%

Commercial Rating: 50%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -1.0%             82.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -0.8%             87.7% (High Level Regional)
UK                  -0.1%             74.4% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +0.9%             45.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           Even              60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +0.9%             57.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +2.2%             52.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +0.9%             44.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +1.5%             52.7% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +1.2%             62.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +2.0%             53.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.2%             24.6% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

 

- The drug test results from CTC 27 have come back, and all fighters tested clean.

- The drug test results from CTC 28 have come back, and all fighters tested clean.

- The following fighters were released following their elimination from the tournament: Taizoh Chung Man, Ned Butterfield, Fernando Peragon, Noah Smithee, Guilherme de Barros, Hetcher Durante, Jurg Lewandowski, Milovan Ajetovic, Aidan McHugh, Kade Devine, Marco Bernacci, Saul Cervantes, Jackson Gray, Marvin Crews, Naruhiko Yonai, and Ronaldo Freitas.

- KDM FC become the first company not named Canadian Tournament Combat to announce a show since the start of the game, KDM FC 21: Ryan vs. Yoo will take place Friday, Week 4, July, and will feature newcomers to the sport Chen Ryan and Chen Yoo competeing in the main event.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

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Friday, Week 3, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Champoionship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (22-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1200) vs. Hercules Zerbini (6-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #130, Underdog: +950)

Tomohiro Takeuchi is a fearsome wrestler who has the ability to shut down just about anyone with his suffocating grappling. He is Japan's top Featherweight and is arguably the best in the world at that weight. His style isn't the most entertaining, clearly being a case of "safety first", but it is undeniable that it works extremely well. One of KDM FC's biggest draws, his run as Featherweight champion has seen him turn back the challenge of such quality opponents as Li-Kong Ho and Kenji Akita. He was the inaugural KDM FC Featherweight Champion, and has been champion for the promotions entire run, defending the belt six times, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Li-Kong Ho in his final defence. Hercules Zerbini is a Featherweight competitor, and a small one at that, who comes to MMA after years of studying BJJ. Good on the ground, his weaknesses are that he can be beaten fairly easily in a striking battle, and his lack of physical strength means that he is also open to being bullied around. He won by first round submission over Yee Tsuji in the First Round of the tournament.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Easton "Small" Frye (16-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -1180) vs. Benoit LeMarche (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #114, Underdog: +940)

Easton Frye is a highly decorated amateur wrestler, who uses his grappling skill to control and wear down his opponents, often winning by simply dominating them for a Unanimous Decision from the judges. It's a simple system, and one that has proved effective for him. His career highlight so far has been beating Sammy Gaffigan for the XCC Featherweight title in March 2000, although disappointingly he lost it just nine months later in his first defence. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Rafael Tavares in XCC. Benoit LeMarche is a wrestler from Quebec, who combines the ability to control his opponents via grappling with some heavy hands. He's very vulnerable to submissions as he tends to make rookie mistakes like leaving his neck exposed, but as long as the fight is upright he's a threat. He knocked out Colin McCoffee in the first round in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Tropical Tornado" Azor Portela Nunes (24-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -730) vs. Gonkuro Miyagi (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #146, Underdog: +580)

Azor Portela Nunes is Venezuela's first MMA competitor, who was actually trained in Brazil where he learned Muay Thai. A dangerous striker, he is pretty lethal if he can get into a clinch, and has nasty leg kicks. The veteran is best known for working in XCC, where he was a mainstay of the Featherweight division. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to David James Diggle in his last fight. Gonkuro Miyagi is a competent boxer, who can pose problems for He ispeople who are willing to stand and trade punches with him. However, other than his good hands, he really has little else to offer, and is fairly easily out-wrestled or tied up on the ground. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over DeMerritt Laine in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Masahiro Maeno (20-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1200) vs. Mark Lee (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Underdog: +950)

Masahiro Maeno is small for the Featherweight division that he normally competes in, however, the submission fighter makes up for his lack of size with incredible tenacity and fine technical skills on the ground. His trademark has become leglocks, especially from scrambles, and so opponents have to be constantly aware. There has been a lot of talk about dropping down to Bantamweight, but for the time being he seems intent on his dream of unseating Tomohiro Takeuchi. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Yoshiro Makamori in KDM FC. Mark Lee is an Asian American from Texas. A keen student of kick boxing, Lee was also part of his college wrestling team and it's this combination of striking and grappling that forms the base of his MMA style. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Grigory Kabalevsky in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Black Dog" Anthony Ray Shenkman (19-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -660) vs. "Hot and Spicy" Clifton Curry (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +520)

Anthony Ray Shenkman is a talented amateur wrestler, who started his professional MMA career in 1994 and quickly found that his close-quarters-in-your-face style was difficult for opponents to deal with. He has become known as the "Decision Dog" to his critics, due to his habit of grinding out victories by way of the judges scorecards. He is coming off a fourth round submission loss to Philip Ziskie in an XCC Featherweight title challenge. Clifton Curry is a southerner with a background in Judo, who has some great trips and throws at his disposal with which to put his opponent on the mat, and some pretty nifty submissions to put them away with. What he lacks is any sort of striking threat. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Kyril Alyabyev in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yagi Jokichi (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -1200) vs. Henry "The Z-Man" Zachary (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #103, Underdog: +950)

Yagi Jokichi is considered one of the elite in karate circles, and is one of the most promising MMA Featherweights in Japan. A master of defensive fighting, his ability to pick apart opponents with counter-striking is going to cause a lot of problems. After compiling a 10-0 record on the local circuit, he won by second round TKO over Reza Afshar in his KDM FC debut. Henry Zachary was born in England, but raised in France, and is a Muay Thai specialist who is well known for his excellent technical skills. A master of using knees in the clinch, an attack that makes full use of his unusual height for a Featherweight, he is full of knock out potential. He is coming off a Majority Decision victory over Stewart Simmons in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Colm "The Celtic Warrior" Dee (15-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -1070) vs. Duey Rickert (10-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #106, Underdog: +850)

Colm Dee is a former boxer, who is a fan favorite because of his exciting guts and glory approach to MMA. His ground game is definately his weakness, but he has developed an excellent sprawl, helped by his unusual height for a Featherweight, and so is very difficult to take down. His big reach also comes in very handy. He was a regular in the SIGMA Featherweight division since day one. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Jan Ilic in SIGMA. Duey Rickert is a Featherweight from England, who is a punches in bunches kind of fighter winning his matches through sheer volume rather than power. Pretty one dimensional, he is vulnerable to anyone who can put him on his back. He won by fourth round knock out over Mino Reale in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Favorite: -900) vs. "The Colorado Cobra" Ian Linderman (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Underdog: +710)

Nuno Valentino got his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at just 18, and is something of a prodigy at the ground game. If he can build up his striking game to anywhere near as good, he'll be a major threat to any Featherweight in the world. Having gone 6-0 on local shows around Portugal and Spain, SIGMA signed him in 2001. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Milovan Ajetovic in his debut. Ian Linderman is a student of karate, from where he gets his striking ability. He is best known for his run in GAMMA, which lasted from 1996-1999. Coming in with a lot of momentum, sadly he was a bust and only managed one victory in five fights before getting cut, with three successive defeats making for a grim last year and a bit. Post-GAMMA he has dropped to his more natural home at Featherweight and is trying to put his career back on track on the local circuit.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Highlight" Harvey Ripa (12-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournamnet Seed: #31, Favorite: -240) vs. "The Bruiser From Belfast" Liam O'Donnell (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Underdog: +190)

Harvey Ripa is a kick boxer by trade, and is almost a throwback to the older days of MMA as he is so one-dimensional. If his opponents can figure out a way to nullify his stinging kicks then he is left with no Plan B. As long as he retains the speed and power of his head kicks though, he will always present a knock out danger. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Lucky Lyman in XCC. Liam O'Donnell is as Irish as a pint of Guiness and roughly the same size. He is a scrappy Featherweight from Belfast who is a good boxer who likes to get into the pocket and pepper his opponent with stinging strikes.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Hans Christian Bloch (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -800) vs. Louie "The Featherweight Phenom" Sullivan (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #87, Underdog: +630)

Hans Christian Bloch is a very good catch wrestler who looks like he could become a force in the Featherweight division. Not a finesse fighter by any means, Bloch's style is to relentlessly chase takedowns even if it means taking strikes along the way, knowing that once he has an opponent down they are going to find it very difficult to escape. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Marco Bernacci in SIGMA. Louie Sullivan comes from a boxing background and is noted for his elusive fighting style, never standing still, he likes to evade his opponents strikes before counter-attacking with his own. He lacks power in his hands, but thanks to his quality endurance he is certainly someone who can rack up points and get decision victories.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jimmy "Big" Schott (5-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -110) vs. Roger "Jumpin'" Bean (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +100)

Jimmy Schott is a submission fighter whose background is in BJJ. He can cause issues on the ground, but his big issue is that he is not great at taking opponents off their feet and doesn't have the striking to survive in standup battles in the meantime. He joined XCC in 1998, but has been unable to make much of an impression. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Alejandro Laguera in XCC. Roger Bean is a young Canadian Featherweight kick boxer who is noted for his unorthodox strikes and excellent conditioning. He is a tough opponent in a stand-up battle, but has issues when tied up by grapplers.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Hovhannes Javakhyan (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Underdog: +140) vs. Gu "Sifu" Ueda (21-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Favorite: -180)

Hovhannes Javakhyan is a tall Featherweight wrestler from Armenia. Boasting very high level grappling, he has the ability to shut down an opponent with his stifling control. He is, however, pretty one-dimensional, and anyone who can figure out how to break his control or counter it with submissions is going to have a major advantage over him. He put together a 7-0 record on the local circuit, but hasn't done as well since joining SIGMA. He has lost both his fights in SIGMA, and is coming off a second round TKO loss to Heiko Pander. Gu Ueda is a dangerous opponent, a highly technical boxer who can take apart unsuspecting opponents with his flurries and combinations. What he has always lacked is a plan B for times when an opponent manages to get close enough to grapple or take him down. It should be noted that Ueda is one of the few Asian fighters to actively use heavy weight-cutting to his advantage, and so could be considered ahead of his time.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yoshitora Ouchi (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Favorite: -580) vs. Dule "Bam Bam" Bayliffe (7-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Underdog: +460)

Yoshitora Ouchi is a decent grappler and submission artist due to his Judo background, and is a solid competitor as long as things are conducted at close quarters. If the fight turned into a prolonged striking battle however, he struggles. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Hyobe Kamioka in his KDM FC debut. Dule Bayliffe is known for his punching power, and is a knock out artist who is a threat as long as the fight is standing. He badly needs to improve the other areas of his game though, as at the moment he is toast if his opponent gets him into a clinch or on the floor.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Baiko "Monkey" Asuhara (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -300) vs. Elijah "Funeral" Pyre (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +230)

Baiko Asuhara is a former amateur boxer, who likes to use his fast hands and good technique to blitz his opponent with short, sharp jabs through the fight. He lacks finishing power, which is a big problem, especially what you consider that the rest of his MMA game is pretty weak. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Samba Nakamura in his KDM FC debut. Elijah Pyre is a kick boxer who loves to slug it out, and is known for his powerful punches and iron chin. Able to give almost any Featherweight all they can handle standing, it's a shame that his wrestling and ground game are so poor in comparison. Should he ever be able to address those flaws, Pyre could be a real contender in the future.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Samba "Hack" Nakamura (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Underdog: +380) vs. Stephen "The Monk" Conti (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -480)

Samba Nakamura is a young kick boxer who wants to make an impact on the world Featherweight rankings. His striking is at a decent level, but his vulnerability to grapplers and submission specialists is going to be an issue as his career progresses. He won a Unanimous Decision over Baiko Asuhara in his KDM FC debut. Stephen Conti is a youngster from England who shows great promise, and is an all-rounder who has studied various martial arts disciplines. Known for his extraordinary work ethic, Conti could be something special if he gets the right breaks and continues to improve.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ryan "Prime Time" Landingham (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -160) vs. Arturo Diaz (10-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +120)

Ryan Landingham is a submission fighter, a tough customer to deal with if he can get his opponent to the ground and get on top of them. Unfortunately for him, he has little else to offer, and so anyone who can prevent takedowns can generally beat him up without too many problems. Arturo Diaz is a Mexican Featherweight, a solid boxer who makes up for a lack of power via good technique and hand speed. He doesn't have much else in his MMA game, but he can certainly cause trouble for anyone who decides to try and stand with him.

 

Weigh-In Results

Tomohiro Takeuchi (145 lbs) vs. Hercules Zerbini (145 lbs)

Easton Frye (145 lbs) vs. Benoit LeMarche (145 lbs)

Azor Portela Nunes (145 lbs) vs. Gonkuro Miyagi (145 lbs)

Masahiro Maeno (145 lbs) vs. Mark Lee (145 lbs)

Anthony Ray Shenkman (145 lbs) vs. Clifton Curry (145 lbs)

Yagi Jokichi (145 lbs) vs. Henry Zachary (145 lbs)

Colm Dee (145 lbs) vs. Duey Rickert (145 lbs)

Nuno Valentino (145 lbs) vs. Ian Linderman (145 lbs)

Harvey Ripa (145 lbs) vs. Liam O'Donnell (145 lbs)

Hans Christian Bloch (145 lbs) vs. Louie Sullivan (145 lbs)

Jimmy Schott (145 lbs) vs. Roger Bean (145 lbs)

Hovhannes Javakhyan (145 lbs) vs. Gu Ueda (145 lbs)

Yoshitora Ouchie (145 lbs) vs. Dule Bayliffe (145 lbs)

Baiko Asuhara (145 lbs) vs. Elijah Pyre (145 lbs)

Samba Nakamura (145 lbs) vs. Stephen Conti (145 lbs)

Ryan Landingham (145 lbs) vs. Arturo Diaz (145 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 31 Full Fight Card

FW: Tomohiro Takeuchi vs. Hercules Zerbini

FW: Easton Frye vs. Benoit LeMarche

FW: Azor Portela Nunes vs. Gonkuro Miyagi

FW: Masahiro Maeno vs. Mark Lee

FW: Anthony Ray Shenkman vs. Clifton Curry

FW: Yagi Jokichi vs. Henry Zachary

FW: Colm Dee vs. Duey Rickert

FW: Nuno Valentino vs. Ian Linderman

FW: Harvey Ripa vs. Liam O'Donnell

FW: Hans Christian Bloch vs. Louie Sullivan

 

FW: Jimmy Schott vs. Roger Bean

FW: Hovhannes Javakhyan vs. Gu Ueda

FW: Yoshitora Ouchi vs. Dule Bayliffe

FW: Baiko Asuhara vs. Elijah Pyre

FW: Samba Nakamura vs. Stephen Conti

FW: Ryan Landingham vs. Arturo Diaz

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Friday, Week 3, June 2002

 

 

Live From Prince George, British Columbia

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ryan "Prime Time" Landingham (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, Alabama, Favorite: -160) vs. Arturo Diaz (10-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Merida, Mexico, Underdog: +120)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The preliminary fights start with Ryan 'Prime Time' Landingham battling Arturo Diaz.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Diaz hits a right jab and then scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Diaz throws a punch but Landingham avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Seizing the opportunity, Landingham clinches.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Landingham is trying to muscle Diaz up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Landingham does it, Diaz is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Landingham tries to take Diaz down.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) He gets a takedown, using the cage to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) The takedown leaves Diaz seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Landingham attempts a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) The guillotine is fully applied, Diaz has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:13) By submission, the winner is Ryan Landingham!

 

Official Result: Ryan 'Prime Time' Landingham defeats Arturo Diaz (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:47 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND OUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Samba "Hack" Nakamura (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +380) vs. Stephen "The Monk" Conti (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -480)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Samba 'Hack' Nakamura battling Stephen 'The Monk' Conti.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Conti shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Conti slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Blood is visible on Nakamura, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Nakamura misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Conti to attack with a jab and a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Conti looked like he was going to shoot, but Nakamura simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Nakamura throws a one-two, but Conti was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Conti dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a solid left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Nakamura misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Conti to attack with a right jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Nakamura misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Nakamura lands a left jab, but Conti avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Nakamura doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Conti hits a pair of jabs and also hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Conti uses a body kick but it is parried away.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Nakamura doesn't connect with a right hand thanks to the great head movement of Conti.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) With Nakamura bleeding, referee Kyle Crisp pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it's a bad one! The fight is over!

(Rd 1 - 00:21) By TKO due to a cut, the winner is Stephen Conti!

 

 

Official Result: Stephen 'The Monk' Conti defeats Samba 'Hack' Nakamura (TKO (Cut) in 4:39 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Stephen Conti 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 FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Baiko "Monkey" Asuhara (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -300) vs. Elijah "Funeral" Pyre (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sunset Strip, California, Underdog: +230)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Baiko 'Monkey' Asuhara taking on Elijah 'Funeral' Pyre.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Pyre hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Asuhara hits a couple of jabs but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Asuhara misses with a pair of jabs and also misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Pyre tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

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

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Asuhara finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Pyre doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Pyre misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Asuhara comes in with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(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) Asuhara hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Pyre hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Pyre doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Asuhara lands two jabs but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Pyre is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Asuhara lands two jabs but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Asuhara tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Pyre misses a couple of jabs and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Asuhara counters a right hand with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Asuhara hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Pyre nails a vicious right cross!

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Asuhara hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Without hesitation, Pyre goes to finish Asuhara off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Asuhara is back up too fast though.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Pyre, 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 - 04:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Asuhara counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Asuhara scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Pyre uses a left jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Asuhara was rocked by that last shot! He backs away until up against the cage, covering up, but looks very unsteady!

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Asuhara gets caught with a flying knee! He blocked some of it though, and doesn't get knocked down.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) A big right hand catches Asuhara flush and snaps his head back!

(Rd 2 - 03:52) A head kick lands hard, Asuhara falls to the ground and is in major trouble!

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Pyre moves in quickly to try and finish Asuhara with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Pyre hits several big stomps and kicks, but Asuhara somehow hangs on!

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Asuhara tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Pyre step back.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Asuhara tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Pyre step back.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Asuhara keeps Pyre back with an up-kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Asuhara tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Pyre step back.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) On his back, Asuhara watches as Pyre comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Pyre can't hold Asuhara down and a scramble starts.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) The scramble sees Asuhara up first, and he is quick to wrestle Pyre up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Pyre uses his wrestling skills to prevent Asuhara from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Pyre waits for Asuhara to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Pyre is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Asuhara misses with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Pyre misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Asuhara lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Pyre doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Pyre.

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

 

 

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) Asuhara uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Pyre uses a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Asuhara lands a one-two. Pyre misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Pyre dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Asuhara doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Pyre lands a three strike combination that ends with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Asuhara wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Pyre knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Asuhara, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Pyre fires away and manages to connect with two or three heavy shots that rock Asuhara!

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Pyre pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) Asuhara tries to pull guard on Pyre but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Pyre pounds away on Asuhara, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) Pyre blocks Asuhara as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Pyre unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Pyre forces Asuhara to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Pyre tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Asuhara blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Pyre blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 3 - 00:06) Pyre tries to pound on Asuhara, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

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

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

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Pyre connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Pyre looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) It looked like we were about to see Asuhara try and get some grappling started, but Pyre was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) A jab is wide from Pyre, but then he hits Asuhara with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:04) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:04) Pyre counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Pyre 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 - 03:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Asuhara is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Pyre misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Grinning broadly, Pyre motions for Asuhara to try and hit him.

(Rd 4 - 03:16) Pyre can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Asuhara with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 4 - 03:16) Asuhara hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Pyre senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Asuhara is back up too fast though.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) Pyre connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Retreating, Asuhara looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is very unsteady on his feet!

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Asuhara gets floored with a huge right head kick...and is out!

(Rd 4 - 02:23) By knock out, the winner is Elijah Pyre!

 

 

Official Result: Elijah 'Funeral' Pyre defeats Baiko 'Monkey' Asuhara (Knock Out (Kick) in 2:37 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Elijah Pyre thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'd easily beat Ian Linderman and would guarantee to win in under five minutes.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoshitora Ouchi (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -580) vs. Dule "Bam Bam" Bayliffe (7-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Memphis, Tennessee, Underdog: +460)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Yoshitora Ouchi squares off with Dule 'Bam Bam' Bayliffe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Bayliffe throws a one-two, but Ouchi was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Ouchi quickly shoots on Bayliffe.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Bayliffe cannot stop the takedown, Ouchi drove in with too much power.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Bayliffe ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Ouchi, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Not liking his options, Ouchi looks to get a better position over Bayliffe.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Bayliffe gets turned onto his back, and is mounted!

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Ouchi pounds away on Bayliffe, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Referee Stanley Wright has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Yoshitora Ouchi takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Yoshitora Ouchi defeats Dule 'Bam Bam' Bayliffe (TKO (Strikes) in 1:45 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yoshitora Ouchi 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 he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Tyler Aidi would be a particularly good contest.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Hovhannes Javakhyan (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Gyumri, Armenia, Underdog: +140) vs. Gu "Sifu" Ueda (21-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Mishima, Japan, Favorite: -180)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Hovhannes Javakhyan faces Gu 'Sifu' Ueda.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Moving around, Javakhyan is looking for an opening to shoot without exposing himself to a counter-strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Two jabs hit home from Ueda and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Javakhyan shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Ueda pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Javakhyan pounds away with rights, but Ueda covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Javakhyan deflects a couple of punches that Ueda threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Time slips away as Javakhyan successfully keeps Ueda stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) The clock runs down as Ueda is being smothered against the ground by Javakhyan.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Ueda is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Javakhyan off of him.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Javakhyan tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Javakhyan leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Ueda.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Javakhyan fires away with punches, but Ueda doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Ueda tries to pull Javakhyan in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Javakhyan had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Ueda comes in fast with three quick punches, landing three of them, and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Javakhyan steps back against the cage and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt!

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Ueda moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Javakhyan is rocked again!

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Ueda goes under the guard and nails Javakhyan with a right uppercut! What a shot!

(Rd 1 - 01:02) With Javakhyan slumped against the cage and taking a beating, the referee leaps in and stops the fight!

(Rd 1 - 01:02) I think the referee was slow to react, that should have been stopped earlier.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) The winner, by TKO, is Gu 'Sifu' Ueda!

 

 

Official Result: Gu 'Sifu' Ueda defeats Hovhannes Javakhyan (TKO (Strikes) in 4:07 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gu Ueda thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jimmy "Big" Schott (5-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Favorite: -110) vs. Roger "Jumpin'" Bean (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Jimmy 'Big' Schott faces Roger 'Jumpin'' Bean in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Bean fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Schott with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Schott steps in, watched all the way by Bean.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Bean hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Schott lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Stepping in, Schott looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Schott misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Bean throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Schott comes in and grabs Bean in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Schott is trying to muscle Bean up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Schott doesn't manage it though, Bean defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Wanting to take it to the ground, Schott attempts to drag Bean down into his guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) The attempt is successful, Bean is sucked down into his guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Schott tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Bean gets swept out of guard, but scrambles back to his feet to face Schott.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Bean connects with a jab, but Schott avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Bean connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Schott steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) A jab lands from Bean, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Schott gets hold of Bean without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Using his wrestling skills, Schott is trying to push Bean up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) He does so and now has Bean pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Bean takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Schott is keeping Bean pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) 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 - 00:18) Schott moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Bean counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Bean closes in on Schott, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Schott looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Bean simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Bean throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Schott took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Bean closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Schott looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Bean simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Bean lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Bean can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Bean looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Bean throws a punch but Schott avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Bean lands a jab and then hits Schott with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Bean steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Schott hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) A punch from Bean fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Bean looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Schott, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Bean throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Bean lands a jab and then hits Schott with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Bean connects with a jab, but Schott avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Bean confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Bean throws a two-punch combo but Schott avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Schott keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Bean connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Schott comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Bean throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Schott seizes the chance and grabs Bean into a clinch.

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

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Schott achieves it, pinning Bean to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Bean, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Schott is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) They exchange close-quarters punches until the round ends.

(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 Bean.

(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 - 04:49) Bean can't connect with a jab, but then hits Schott with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Schott looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Bean lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Bean lands a left hand and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Bean lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Taking a few gulps of breath, Bean is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Bean lands a left jab, but Schott steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) A one-two from Bean fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Schott seizes the chance and grabs Bean into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Schott is trying to push Bean so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Schott does it, Bean is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Schott is keeping Bean pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) Bean is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Schott is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Schott steps in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Schott misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Bean to attack with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:18) Bean connects with a jab, but Schott evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) With Schott bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) Referee Leo Behan brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(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 Bean.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Bean is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Schott steps in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Bean counters a right hand with a low kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) Bean uses a left jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Bean can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) Bean can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Schott.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Schott had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Bean can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) A jab lands from Bean, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) A one-two from Bean fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Bean looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Bean connects with a jab, but Schott dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Bean.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) A jab hits home from Bean and then he hits Schott with a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 02:00) Bean lands a left hand and then hits Schott with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Bean uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Schott gets hold of Bean without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Schott is looking to muscle Bean back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Bean ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Schott presses Bean up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Bean, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Schott is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Schott.

 

 

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) Stepping in, Schott looks to engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Schott lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Bean hits a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Bean lands a left jab, but Schott evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Bean 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 - 03:56) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 5 - 03:37) Schott is limping a little bit.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) It looked like we were about to see Schott try and get some grappling started, but Bean was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Bean fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Bean uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) Schott steps in, watched all the way by Bean.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) Bean counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Schott is trying to push Bean so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Schott achieves it, pinning Bean to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Schott catches Bean with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Bean looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Schott hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Schott hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Schott catches Bean with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Bean takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Schott goes for a knee to the thigh but Bean pulls the clinch tighter to block it.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Schott smothers Bean against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Schott smothers Bean against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 00:44) Bean lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Bean lets Schott step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Schott misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) Schott doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(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 Schott.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw has scored it 48-47 Schott.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Bean.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Bean.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Roger 'Jumpin'' Bean the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Roger 'Jumpin'' Bean defeats Jimmy 'Big' Schott (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Roger Bean gives a name-check to everyone at Montreal Fight Sciences, 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. Roger Bean is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

 

 

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CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Hans Christian Bloch (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Oslo, Norway, Favorite: -800) vs. Louie "The Featherweight Phenom" Sullivan (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sunderland, England, Underdog: +630)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Hans Christian Bloch competing against Louie 'The Featherweight Phenom' Sullivan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Sullivan throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Bloch chooses to shoot in on Sullivan.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) The takedown is successful, Sullivan pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Bloch pounds away on Sullivan, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Bloch begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Sullivan can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Bloch throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Bloch pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Bloch looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Bloch is too skilled for Sullivan, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Bloch tries to lock Sullivan into an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Sullivan fights off the armbar attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Bloch fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Bloch keeps Sullivan guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Bloch tries to lock Sullivan into an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Sullivan doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Bloch 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 Sullivan 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 - 04:53) Bloch may have been setting up to shoot, but Sullivan aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Sullivan hits two left jabs and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Bloch appeared to be going for a takedown, but Sullivan took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) A jab is wide from Sullivan, but then he lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Sullivan closes in on Bloch, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Bloch had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Sullivan fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Bloch with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Showing great speed, Bloch shoots in on Sullivan.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Sullivan gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Bloch throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Bloch begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) He passes, but only to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Bloch throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Bloch hits a slicing elbow on Sullivan.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Sullivan.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Bloch begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Bloch tries to ensnare Sullivan in an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Sullivan doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Bloch tries to ensnare Sullivan in an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Sullivan fights off the armbar attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Bloch pounds away on Sullivan, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 2 - 00:26) The referee jumps in and saves Sullivan from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 00:06) The winner, by TKO; Hans Christian Bloch!

 

 

Official Result: Hans Christian Bloch defeats Louie 'The Featherweight Phenom' Sullivan (TKO (Strikes) in 4:54 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Highlight" Harvey Ripa (12-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Charleston, West Virginia, Favorite: -240) vs. "The Bruiser From Belfast" Liam O'Donnell (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +190)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Highlight' Harvey Ripa takes on 'The Bruiser From Belfast' Liam O'Donnell.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Ripa slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Ripa is off-target with two jabs but lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) O'Donnell hits a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) O'Donnell easily checks a leg kick and counters with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) O'Donnell misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Ripa doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Ripa misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Ripa lands a left jab but fails to land a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) O'Donnell hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) O'Donnell studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Ripa misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) O'Donnell finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Ripa lands a left jab and also hits a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) O'Donnell backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Ripa launches a head kick that lands hard! O'Donnell goes down!

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Ripa senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Ripa pounds away, O'Donnell is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 1 - 01:35) With O'Donnell taking a beating, referee Kyle Crisp has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 01:20) The winner, by TKO; Harvey Ripa!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Highlight' Harvey Ripa defeats 'The Bruiser From Belfast' Liam O'Donnell (TKO (Strikes) in 3:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Harvey Ripa gives a name-check to everyone at Mean Machines, 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 FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Lisbon, Portugal, Favorite: -900) vs. "The Colorado Cobra" Ian Linderman (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Underdog: +710)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino going up against 'The Colorado Cobra' Ian Linderman.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Millhouse Twain.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) There's a takedown attempt from Valentino.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Linderman has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Valentino seems to be trying to loosen the guard in an attempt to create a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Able to isolate a leg, Valentino locks in a tight heel hook that forces Linderman to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) The winner, by submission, is Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino!

 

 

Official Result: Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino defeats 'The Colorado Cobra' Ian Linderman (Submission (Heel Hook) in 0:51 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Nuno Valentino thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Asked who he wants to fight next, he repeats that he would like to get to fight Jefferson Mndawe. He gave a charismatic performance.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Colm "The Celtic Warrior" Dee (15-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Favorite: -1070) vs. Duey Rickert (10-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Liverpool, England, Underdog: +850)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee competing against Duey Rickert.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Rickert manages to connect with only one punch out of a flurry but Dee bobs out of the way of a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) With fast hands, Dee throws a flurry of three punches that end with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Dee slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Rickert throws five quick punches and lands one of them but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Dee nails one quick punch from a flurry but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Dee slips past a right hook and counters with a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Rickert quickly throws a punch and lands it but Dee bobs out of the way of a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Dee misses a jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Rickert rewards that last punch with a big smile, a sure sign that it really hurt him.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Rickert misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Dee comes in with a left jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Rickert misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Dee comes in with a left jab and a left hook to the side of the body.

(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) Rickert scores with one punch out of a sudden flurry but Dee dodges past a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Dee scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Dee slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right cross.

(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 Dee.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Dee 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 Rickert can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:49) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Rickert manages to connect with only one punch out of a flurry but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Dee is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Dee slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) A stand-up striking battle is doing Rickert no favours, Dee is comfortably winning the exchanges so far in this fight.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) That was a good example of how Dee can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Rickert nails one quick punch from a flurry but Dee dodges past a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Dee hits a left to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Rickert misses with a flurry of three quick punches but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Showing good technique, Dee lands two quick jabs and follows with a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) That last blow may have really hurt Rickert, he staggers backward looking dazed!

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Dee moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Rickert goes down!

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Dee senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Dee fires away with punches and Rickert is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 02:43) With Rickert taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 02:30) The winner, by TKO; Colm Dee!

 

 

Official Result: Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee defeats Duey Rickert (TKO (Strikes) in 2:30 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Colm Dee name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Asked who he'd like to fight next, he names Chan Wan Wah and tells him that he should "be careful what you wish for" because "now you're in the firing line".

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yagi Jokichi (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Henry "The Z Man" Zachary (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Rennes, France, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Yagi Jokichi vs. Henry 'The Z Man' Zachary.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Millhouse Twain.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Zachary moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Zachary throws a punch but Jokichi avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Stepping in, Zachary looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Zachary misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Jokichi attacks with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Zachary steps in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Zachary misses with a big right hand, allowing Jokichi to counter with a left jab and a spinning back kick that doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Zachary comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Zachary misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Jokichi to attack with a quick left jab and a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Jokichi lets Zachary step in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Zachary misses a leg kick and, momentarily off balance, gets countered with a quick left jab and a low kick that narrowly misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Zachary fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Jokichi with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Jokichi lets Zachary step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Zachary misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Jokichi attacks with a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Zachary can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Zachary has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Jokichi had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Zachary throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Jokichi stands ready as Zachary moves in.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Zachary hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Showing great boxing, Jokichi throws a flurry of five punches that end with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Zachary moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Jokichi counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a body kick that fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Zachary limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Jokichi shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Zachary has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Jokichi fires away with punches, but Zachary doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Jokichi punches down at Zachary, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Jokichi throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Jokichi pounds away on Zachary but can't land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Jokichi tries to pound on Zachary, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(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 Jokichi.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Jokichi 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 Zachary 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 - 04:53) Moving forward, Zachary looks to strike. Jokichi stands ready.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Zachary finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Jokichi throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Jokichi comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) The takedown is completed, Jokichi was too much for Zachary.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Zachary winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Jokichi pressing onto him.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) That's two takedowns from two attempts.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Jokichi fires off some rights, but Zachary isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Zachary, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Jokichi unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Jokichi attempts to guillotine Zachary, who is stuck against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Zachary gets caught by the guillotine, and it's tight enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 02:48) The winner, by submission; Yagi Jokichi!

 

 

Official Result: Yagi Jokichi defeats Henry 'The Z Man' Zachary (Submission (Guillotine) in 2:12 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jokichi 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 FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Black Dog" Anthony Ray Shenkman (19-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Favorite: -660) vs. "Hot And Spicy" Clifton Curry (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Mobile, Alabama, Underdog: +520)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Black Dog' Anthony Ray Shenkman squares off with 'Hot And Spicy' Clifton Curry.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Shenkman may have been aiming to get in close, but Curry aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Curry throws a punch but Shenkman avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Curry throws a two-punch combo but Shenkman avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Curry moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Curry throws a punch but Shenkman was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Shenkman comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Shenkman gets a single leg takedown! Curry pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Shenkman throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Curry grabs Shenkman and draws him in close, smothering him.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:23) The clock runs down as Curry is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) The clock runs down as Curry is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Time slips away as Shenkman successfully keeps Curry stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Shenkman lies on top of Curry, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to stand the fighters back up.

(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 Shenkman.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Shenkman 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 Curry 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 - 04:52) Curry moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Curry throws a two-punch combo but Shenkman avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Curry throws a punch but Shenkman was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Shenkman seizes the chance and shoots in on Curry.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Curry pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Shenkman lies on top of Curry, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Shenkman lies on top of Curry, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Shenkman smothers Curry with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Curry is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Curry gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Shenkman smothers Curry with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Curry is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Shenkman lies on top of Curry, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Curry is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Boos echo around the arena after that round produced little in the way of entertainment.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Shenkman, but only a 10-9.

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

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Shenkman shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Curry pulling guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Curry is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) The clock runs down as Curry is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Curry is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) Time slips away as Shenkman successfully keeps Curry stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) The clock runs down as Curry is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Curry is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Curry can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Shenkman with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Shenkman is able to grab Curry.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Shenkman attempts to wrestle Curry to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) He has the takedown! Curry pulls half guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Shenkman fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Shenkman fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) Curry bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) It's a bad choice though, as Shenkman seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Shenkman fires away with punches, but Curry doesn't take any undue damage.

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

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Curry 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) A punch from Curry fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) A jab lands from Curry, but Shenkman evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Shenkman gets hold of Curry without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Shenkman tries to wrestle Curry backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Curry ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Looking for a takedown, Shenkman drops down and gets hold of a leg. Curry remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Shenkman smartly sweeps the standing leg to execute a nice trip! Curry is left on his back looking up.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) On his back, Curry watches as Shenkman comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Shenkman almost sneaks around, but Curry ultimately gets him in half guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) Shenkman throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Curry tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Shenkman throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Shenkman blocks Curry as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Shenkman throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Shenkman blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Shenkman throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Shenkman keeps Curry guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Curry tries to get full guard on Shenkman but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) It looked like we were about to see Shenkman try and get some grappling started, but Curry was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Curry throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(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 Shenkman.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Curry 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 - 04:51) Shenkman may have been aiming to get in close, but Curry aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Curry lands a jab and then hits Shenkman with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Curry uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) Shenkman is able to grab Curry.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Shenkman tries to wrestle Curry backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Curry isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Shenkman is looking to muscle Curry back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Shenkman achieves it, pinning Curry to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) Shenkman presses Curry into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Curry is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) Shenkman looks for an elbow strike, but Curry works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 5 - 02:09) Shenkman looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Curry simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 02:09) A jab lands from Curry, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Shenkman wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) A one-two from Curry fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Shenkman seizes the chance and grabs Curry into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) From the grapple, Shenkman tries to pick Curry up on his shoulder for a slam.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Shenkman gets it! Shenkman gets side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Shenkman starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) The attempted mount results in a scramble for position as Curry tries to avoid the danger.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) The scramble results in Curry having his back taken!

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Shenkman attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Curry fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Curry tries a roll, but doesn't budge Shenkman.

(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 Shenkman.

(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) 'The Black Dog' Anthony Ray Shenkman wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Black Dog' Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats 'Hot And Spicy' Clifton Curry (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Anthony Ray Shenkman gives a name-check to everyone at Mean Machines, all his various sponsors, than all of his friends, family, and supporters. Anthony Ray Shenkman says that he is very happy to start his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Masahiro Maeno (20-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Fukuoka, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Mark Lee (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Antonio, Texas, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Masahiro Maeno going head to head with Mark Lee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Lee looks significantly bigger than Maeno 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) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Lee moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Maeno looked like he was going to shoot, but Lee simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Lee hits a right hand, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) A jab lands from Lee, but Maeno evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Lee lands a jab and then hits Maeno with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Maeno, but Lee was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Lee throws a punch but Maeno was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Lee throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Maeno moves in fast and shoots on Lee.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Maeno couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Lee hops in place on the other.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Maeno drives Lee up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Maeno tries to take Lee down.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Maeno attempts to grab a leg and kneebar Lee.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) The kneebar is fully applied, Lee has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:07) The winner, by submission; Masahiro Maeno!

 

 

Official Result: Masahiro Maeno defeats Mark Lee (Submission (Kneebar) in 2:53 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Masahiro Maeno gives a name-check to everyone at Mok Gar Dojo, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Sammy Gaffigan is the next fighter he will defeat.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Tropical Tornado" Azor Portela Nunes (24-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Caracas, Venezuela, Favorite: -730) vs. Gonkuro Miyagi (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +580)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Tropical Tornado' Azor Portela Nunes going up against Gonkuro Miyagi.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 145lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Nunes is much bigger.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Miyagi misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Miyagi misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Nunes to attack with a jab and a nice high roundhouse kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Miyagi immediately backs away and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Nunes is looking to get Miyagi in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) He gets it and now has a dazed Miyagi in even more serious trouble.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Using the clinch, Nunes blasts Miyagi with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Nunes misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Using the clinch, Nunes blasts Miyagi with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Nunes misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) From the clinch, Nunes drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Miyagi finally breaks free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Nunes counters a right hand with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) That was a good example of how Nunes can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Nunes slips past a right hook and counters with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Nunes scores with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Miyagi hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Miyagi misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Nunes comes in with a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Nunes sees that Miyagi is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Miyagi just covers up, leaning on the cage, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds!

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Briefly clinching, Nunes drives his knee into his opponent's rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Miyagi circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Nunes hits a left jab and then hits a powerful body kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(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 Nunes.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Nunes. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Miyagi has developed a large, deep purple bruise on his side. That looks nasty, and will definitely be affecting his movement.

 

 

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) Nunes slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Miyagi scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Nunes hits a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Nunes comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Nunes avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) A jab hits home from Nunes and then he catches Miyagi with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Nunes comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Miyagi tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Nunes hits a left jab and then he catches Miyagi with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Nunes moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Miyagi into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Nunes moves into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Nunes feints to one side, causing Miyagi to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) A jab hits home from Nunes and then he catches Miyagi with a hard low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Miyagi limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Nunes forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Miyagi lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Miyagi falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Nunes connects with two left hands and then he scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Miyagi hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Nunes moves in quickly to try and finish Miyagi with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Nunes hits several big stomps and kicks, but Miyagi somehow hangs on!

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Miyagi keeps Nunes back with an up-kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Miyagi tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Nunes step back.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Nunes leaps into the air, looking for a flying stomp!

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Miyagi rolls away from the stomp and seizes the opportunity to try to scramble up.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Nunes manages to come out on top, with Miyagi pulling half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Nunes fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Using an underhook to set it up, Miyagi looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Nunes seizes the opportunity, Miyagi was too slow and gets caught in side control.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) Trapped under side control, Miyagi takes an enormous knee strike to the ribs!

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Nunes uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.

(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 was pretty dominant by Nunes, a 10-8 round on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Nunes is ahead 20-17 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Miyagi had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Nunes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Miyagi.

(Rd 3 - 04:37) Nunes lands a jab and then catches Miyagi with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Nunes is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Limping heavily, Miyagi is struggling to move around.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Nunes steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) It looked like we were about to see Miyagi try and get some grappling started, but Nunes was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Nunes lands a left hand and then hits a vicious body kick!

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Miyagi collapses in agony, he can't continue!

(Rd 3 - 04:10) 'The Tropical Tornado' Azor Portela Nunes takes the win by body kick TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Tropical Tornado' Azor Portela Nunes defeats Gonkuro Miyagi (TKO (Body Kick) in 0:50 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Azor Portela Nunes praises his team at Brazilian Estrela Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he's already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Easton "Small" Frye (16-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Atlanta, Georgia, Favorite: -1180) vs. Benoit LeMarche (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Quebec, Canada, Underdog: +940)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Easton 'Small' Frye takes on Benoit LeMarche in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Millhouse Twain.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Frye works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Frye is trying to push LeMarche so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Frye manages it and controls LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) LeMarche gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Frye drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) LeMarche is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) LeMarche is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) LeMarche takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) LeMarche takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Frye smothers LeMarche against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Frye stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Frye scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Frye catches LeMarche with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Frye scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:21) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Frye wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Frye is trying to push LeMarche so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Frye manages it and controls LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Frye catches LeMarche with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) LeMarche is trapped against the cage and Frye hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Frye catches LeMarche with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) LeMarche takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Frye tries to use a knee to the thigh, but LeMarche is able to block it.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) LeMarche goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Frye manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Frye is trying to muscle LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) LeMarche doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Frye is looking to muscle LeMarche back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) LeMarche ends up backed against the cage.

(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 Frye.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Frye. 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) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Frye manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Frye tries to wrestle LeMarche backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Frye manages it and controls LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Frye catches LeMarche with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) LeMarche gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Frye catches LeMarche with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) LeMarche is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) LeMarche is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Blood is visible on LeMarche, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Frye drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Frye tries a foot stomp, but that puts him off balance and allows LeMarche to turn him so that he ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) LeMarche looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Frye works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Frye is the aggressor.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Frye is looking to muscle LeMarche back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Frye doesn't manage it though, LeMarche defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Frye is looking to muscle LeMarche back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Frye manages it and controls LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Frye scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) LeMarche is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Frye scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Frye keeps LeMarche up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Frye attempts to use a knee strike but LeMarche pulls the clinch tighter.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) LeMarche throws a few short punches to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) For the first time, Frye is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Frye works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Frye is trying to muscle LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Frye does it, LeMarche is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on LeMarche.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

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

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

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Frye wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Frye is trying to muscle LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Frye does it, LeMarche is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) LeMarche gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Frye hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) LeMarche is trapped against the cage and Frye hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) The gash above the eye of LeMarche has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) LeMarche is trapped against the cage and Frye hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) LeMarche uses his wrestling skills to prevent Frye from getting the space to throw any knees.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Although pressed against the cage, LeMarche still hits a few small punches to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Frye tries to throw an elbow, but LeMarche uses wrestling to prevent him from launching the strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) A few short punches to the ribs land, as LeMarche fights back.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Frye looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Frye is trying to muscle LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) LeMarche doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) LeMarche is trying to push Frye so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) He does so and now has Frye pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) LeMarche tries to maintain control, but Frye wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Frye is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Frye is trying to push LeMarche so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Frye can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) LeMarche is trying to muscle Frye up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) LeMarche can't do it though, and Frye gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Frye tries to wrestle LeMarche backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Frye doesn't manage it though, LeMarche defended it well.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Using his wrestling skills, Frye is trying to push LeMarche up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) LeMarche ends up backed against the cage.

(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 Frye.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of LeMarche.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) As he sits on his stool, LeMarche is clearly feeling the effects of some good shots to the rib area.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:53) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Frye manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Frye is looking to use his wrestling to take LeMarche down.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) A belly-to-belly leaves LeMarche on his back under side control!

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Frye fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 4 - 04:04) Frye blocks LeMarche as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Frye punches down at LeMarche, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Frye blocks LeMarche as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Frye punches down at LeMarche, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) LeMarche tries to pull guard on Frye but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Frye tries to lock LeMarche in a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) LeMarche defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) LeMarche tries to move to guard, but Frye doesn't allow it.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) Frye attempts to arm triangle LeMarche from side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) The arm triangle is fully applied, LeMarche is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free!

(Rd 4 - 01:57) No! LeMarche manages to break free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) LeMarche tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Frye tries to lock LeMarche in a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that LeMarche has to tap out!

(Rd 4 - 00:44) The winner, by submission, is Easton 'Small' Frye!

 

 

Official Result: Easton 'Small' Frye defeats Benoit LeMarche (Submission (Kimura) in 4:16 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Easton Frye thanks everyone connected to Halvorsen's for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says he wants the match-makers to give him Yoshiro Makamori.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (22-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Hercules Zerbini (6-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi squares off with Hercules Zerbini in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Takeuchi shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) Takeuchi is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) Takeuchi gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Takeuchi punches down at Zerbini, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Takeuchi attempts to armbar Zerbini from side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Zerbini stops Takeuchi from applying it.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) In side control, Takeuchi throws a couple of punches designed to keep Zerbini guessing.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Looking to catch his breath, Takeuchi is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Stanley Wright standing them both back up.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) There's a takedown attempt from Takeuchi, who set it up well.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) That's his second takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Takeuchi attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) He can't mount Zerbini.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Takeuchi throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Takeuchi begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Zerbini rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Takeuchi tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Zerbini fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Takeuchi blocks Zerbini as he tries to roll over.

(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 Takeuchi, 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) Setting it up well, Takeuchi shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The takedown is completed, Zerbini is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) That's three takedowns from three attempts for Takeuchi.

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Takeuchi attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 04:44) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Takeuchi tries to ensnare Zerbini in an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Zerbini doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Takeuchi attempts an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Zerbini fights off the armbar attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Takeuchi is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Takeuchi almost gets the mount, but Zerbini bucks his hips and starts scrambling.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Zerbini ends up on the bottom with Takeuchi in side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Takeuchi punches down at Zerbini, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Takeuchi tries to ensnare Zerbini in a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Zerbini blocks it.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) In side control, Takeuchi begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) He goes for the mount but Zerbini starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Takeuchi ends up in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Takeuchi starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Takeuchi struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Takeuchi.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:51) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Takeuchi is the aggressor.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Takeuchi tries to wrestle Zerbini backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Zerbini ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Takeuchi uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Zerbini is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Unable to break free, Zerbini is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Takeuchi smothers Zerbini against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) Takeuchi wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Takeuchi attempts to pick Zerbini up for a slam.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Takeuchi gets it! Takeuchi gets side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Takeuchi attempts to kimura Zerbini from side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Zerbini blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Takeuchi attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Zerbini defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) In side control, Takeuchi begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Zerbini was ready for it though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) The scramble results in Zerbini being on his back with Takeuchi in side control.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Takeuchi tries to lock Zerbini in an armbar.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Zerbini defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Takeuchi fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Takeuchi pounds away, but Zerbini isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 30-27 to Takeuchi.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Showing great timing, Takeuchi comes in fast and looks for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Zerbini cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) In side control, Takeuchi catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) In side control, Takeuchi begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Zerbini tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Takeuchi unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Zerbini.

(Rd 4 - 03:41) Takeuchi increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Takeuchi tries to finish Zerbini off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Takeuchi flattens Zerbini out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 4 - 03:08) 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Hercules Zerbini (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:52 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tomohiro Takeuchi gives a name-check to everyone at Dragon's Lair Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Tomohiro Takeuchi celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Tomohiro Takeuchi did great in this interview.

 

 

Attendance: 190

Gate Reciepts: $15,048

Sponsorship: $20,730

Ad Revenue: $325,600

Merchandise: $3,699

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $111,833)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Tomohiro Takeuchi         $7,310       Hercules Zerbini         $1,722
Easton Frye               $3,740       Benoit LeMarche          $1,722
Azor Portela Nunes        $6,120       Gonkuro Miyagi           $1,722
Masahiro Maeno            $3,910       Mark Lee                 $1,850
Anthony Ray Shenkman      $3,740       Clifton Curry            $1,722
Yagi Jokichi              $2,720       Henry Zachary            $1,722
Colm Dee                  $2,550       Duey Rickert             $1,598
Nuno Valentino            $12,720      Ian Linderman            $1,560       SotN: Valentino: $5,000
                                                                             Perf: Valentino: $5,000
Harvey Ripa               $2,380       Liam O'Donnell           $1,680
Hans Christian Bloch      $12,380      Louis Sullivan           $11,920      FotN: Both: $10,000
Roger Bean                $2,400       Jimmy Schott             $1,300
Gu Ueda                   $3,300       Hovhannes Javakhyan      $1,400
Yoshitora Ouchi           $2,100       Dule Bayliffe            $1,400
Elijah Pyre               $7,100       Baiko Asuhara            $1,400       KotN: Pyre: $5,000

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $20,039

 

Profit: $215,189

 

Critical Rating: 72%

Commercial Rating: 48%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -1.0%             81.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -0.1%             86.9% (High Level Regional)
UK                  -0.1%             74.3% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +0.9%             46.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           Even              60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +1.0%             58.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +1.8%             54.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +0.9%             45.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +1.2%             53.9% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +1.2%             64.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +2.0%             55.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.2%             25.8% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

 

- The following fighters have been cut from the roster following their elimination from the tournament: Hercules Zerbini, Gonkuro Miyagi, Mark Lee, Clifton Curry, Henry Zachary, Duey Rickert, Ian Linderman, Liam O'Donnell, Louie Sullivan, Jimmy Schott, Hovhannes Javakhyan, Dule Bayliffe, Baiko Asuhara, Samba Nakamura, and Arturo Diaz.

- The services of Benoit LeMarche have been retained per Canadian fighter rules.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

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Saturday, Week 3, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (52-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -1080) vs. Quincy McGarry (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #131, Underdog: +860)

Lars Bohlin is a veteran of the sport, and has found much success by sticking to what he is best at, getting up close and personal and grinding out victories with his wrestling ability. A master of dirty boxing, he was one of the first to combine it with Wall and Stall tactics to create a way to wear down opponents. A two-time SIGMA Featherweight champion, his trilogy with Snorri Gunnarsson has defined both men. He is on a three fight winning streak, with his last two wins by Split Decision over Gunnarsson to win the title back, and a Unanimous Decision over Gunnarsson to defend it. Quincy McGarry is an uncomplicated wrestler, whose whole strategy is to get hold of his opponent, get them down to the ground, then smother them. He is very one-dimensional but surprisingly hard to stop. He won a Unanimous Decision over Ilya Fedorov in the opening round of the tournament.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (25-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -1200) vs. Chan Siu-wei (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #134, Underdog: +950)

Luiz Machado is a dedicated BJJ student, who has excellent submission skills and is well known for his ability to work off his back. His striking game is less well developed and is basically little more than a distraction technique that is used to occupy his opponent while he searches for a way to get them to the floor. He has been a major part of XCC since it formed, headlining their first show against Philip Ziskie. In 2000, three years after failing at his first attempt to win the Featherweight Title, he succeeded when he managed to beat Easton Frye. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Philip Ziskie where he lost the title. Chan Siu-wei is a Featherweight from Hong Kong, who is a traditional grappler who likes to tie his opponent up in a clinch and work them over with dirty boxing and knee strikes in order to wear them down. He won a Unanimous Decision over Francisco Jimenez in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Norberto (30-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -1170) vs. Raul Peixoto (1-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #147, Underdog: +930)

Norberto is a veteran fighter, who is a very good submission specialist who can also stand and trade punches if he needs to. Age is beginning to slow him down, but he still remains a threat to anyone in the world at Featherweight. The latter part of his career has been spent with KDM FC, where he has been the backbone of their Featherweight division, although losses have begun to pile up in recent years, and he appears to be nearing the end of the road. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a third round knock out loss to Kenji Akita in his last fight. Raul Peixoto is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student, who made his pro MMA debut in 2001 on a regional show in Brazil and suffered a surprise defeat. Despite the setback and knock to his confidence, Peixoto has enough skill on the ground that he will probably go on to have a decent career. He won by second round submission over Kodaira Mikio in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Pedro "The Wolverine" Alves (15-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -610) vs. Ryan "The Gold Standard" Fenniman (6-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #107, Underdog: +480)

Pedro Alves has been a regular on the European circuit since his debut in 1993. A dedicated student of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (and a particularly big fan of using rubber guard), he has the ability to cause most people major headaches on the floor but has always been let down by his poor stand-up skills. He is best known for his long run in SIGMA. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Alvaro Negredo in SIGMA. Ryan Fenniman has been a kick boxer since his early teens, and had his first MMA fight in 2000 and has quickly shown himself to be versatile and adaptable. He doesn't have any one big weapon, but has no obvious weak points either. He won by first round submission over Richie Stiller in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Banker" Frank Romita (13-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jerry "Cutie" Pie (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #115, Underdog: +950)

Frank Romita is one of the most powerful men at Featherweight, a hard-hitting wrestler whose specialty is tossing opponents to the floor and turning their lights out with hard ground and pound. A high quality competitor, his only glaring weakness is his tiny reach that means he can be picked off at range by strikers, especially by leg kicks that seem to be kryptonite to him. He has been rapidly rising up the XCC Featherweight rankings since joining them in 1998. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Sammy Gaffigan in XCC. Jerry Pie is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter from Delaware. A highly technical fighter, he has the submission skills to threaten most people, especially off his back, but his skills in the other areas of MMA are weak. He won by fourth round submission over Benny Dukes in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Dutch Master" Gerrit Dudok (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Underdog: +100) vs. Klaus Greis (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #155, Favorite: -110)

Gerrit Dudok is an exciting young talent from the Netherlands, a quality kick boxer who is known for his flashy strikes. Making his pro debut at just 19, Dudok is considered to be one of the potential future Featherweight champions. SIGMA certainly thought so, as they signed him in 1999. He has gone on to win his first five fights for them, sending him rocketing up the rankings. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ivano Ancic in SIGMA. Klaus Greis is a takedown artist, who likes to put people on their backs as often as he can and keep him there, often winning rounds based entirely on his control and strikes from on top. The other aspects of his MMA game are improving slowly over time, making him a definite work in progress. He won by fifth round submission over Wilson Morais in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Miniature Killer" Jason Dalglish (21-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1040) vs. Gonzalo "The Gangsta" Ramos (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #118, Underdog: +830)

Jason Dalglish is a physically small scrappy Featherweight, who is nonetheless not someone to be taken lightly. A strong Jiu-Jitsu background gives him submission skills that can win a match in an instant, and he has proven to be a tough opponent to finish off. A SIGMA regular and former contender for the Featherweight title, a badly broken arm saw him miss most of 1999 and 2000 although he now appears to be getting his career back on track. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Francesco Marazzina in SIGMA. Gonzalo Ramos is a high energy fighter, who likes to barrage his opponents with a blitz of quick strikes and stay on them like white on rice. A fine amateur boxer, his hands are very dangerous, all he needs now is to improve the rest of his game. Ramos is noted for being a very abrasive personality, and has a track record for getting into scraps and upsetting other fighters with his behaviour. He won by third round TKO over Reijiro Yanagimoto in the opening round of the tournament.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Taki Inouye (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Favorite: -150) vs. Tyler "Black Ops" Aidi (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Underdog: +110)

Taki Inouye is a judoka, who has never really gotten to grips with the whole concept of striking but is sufficiently good at his grappling and ground game that he's still a very dangerous opponent. After going 10-0 against so-so competition at the local level, he joined KDM FC in early 2001. It's early days, but Inouye could develope into a real threat if he becomes more versatile. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Naruhiko Yonai in KDM FC. Tyler Aidi is an intense young Canadian fighter who has studied Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since his teens. Pretty dangerous on the ground, his biggest issue is that he has little striking threat and so has issues putting people down on the mat in the first place. To his credit, he has clearly been working hard on that and his kick boxing regime has seen him markedly improve since his debut.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kei "Demon Eyes" Maki (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -110) vs. So Yip (14-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #83, Underdog: +100)

Kei Maki is widely recognized as one of the most dangerous strikers among Featherweights, an elite level kick boxer whose precision and speed are hard to match. If he can improve his lacklustre ground game, Maki will be incredible in MMA. Since mid-2001 he has been competeing for KDM FC, although his debut was one to forget as Josuke Hino knocked him out cold with a sickening knee strike to hand him his first ever pro defeat. So Yip has a face made for MMA, an Indonesian boxer who loves to get involved in a good scrap with fists flying. He's very one-dimensional, but entertaining for the fans who want to see uncomplicated action.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Mighty Mouse" Heiko Pander (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -630) vs. Roman "Babyface" Danielyan (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Underdog: +500)

Heiko Pander is a crushingly powerful wrestler with enviable punching power. He may only be 5'5" but he packs a mighty punch. A very dangerous opponent to face, the German should go far. He joined SIGMA's Featherweight division in 2000, and went 2-2 over his first four fights. The feeling is that he has yet to find his feet, but that when he does he should start rocketing up the rankings. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Hovhannes Javakhyan in SIGMA. Roman Danielyan is a submission artist from Armenia, who was taught Jiu-Jitsu while in the army during his teens. Fairly dangerous on the ground due to his submission skills, what he lacks is a stand-up game, as he is visibly uncomfortable in any sort of exchange.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "First Strike" Marcus Speed (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +300) vs. Hugo "Cruz Control" Cruz (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Favorite: -380)

Marcus Speed may be small but he packs a mean punch. He is a Muay Thai fighter who looks to have a promising future based on his striking ability. Originally an undersized Lightweight, upon signing for XCC in 2000 he decided to drop to his more natural class of Featherweight. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Lamont Banner in his last fight. Hugo Cruz is a Jiu-Jitsu specialist who is especially good a fighting off his back. His big problem is getting the fight to the ground in the first place, as his grappling and takedowns are not great.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Bulldozer" Benedikt Streit (19-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Favorite: -750) vs. Ruben Ericsson (11-6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Underdog: +590)

Benedikt Streit was originally a Lightweight competitor before dropping to Featherweight, where his power would be more pronounced, in 1996. A ground and pound specialist, he got the nickname Bulldozer because of how he leaves his victims spread eagle on the floor after his attacks. A SIGMA regular, he has yet to find that elusive big win that would ignite his career. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Pedro Alves in SIGMA. Ruben Ericsson is a Swedish Featherweight, who comes from a boxing background and so, as you'd expect, has good hands on him. Unfortunately for him, the rest of his MMA game is pretty poor, and he is easy pickings for more versatile competitors.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Hyobe Kamioka (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -450) vs. Zuenir Merquior (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +350)

Hyobe Kamioka is a promising young Featherweight competitor from Japan. Trained in the grappling arts and jiu-jitsu, he is very comfortable once he has grabbed hold of an opponent and is free to work his magic. His stand up is less assured, but can be improved over time. KDM FC picked him up in 2001 and he debuted with an impressive third round submission victory over Yoshitora Ouchi. Zuenir Merquior is a bland Featherweight competitor, who hasn't really shown anything that would indicate that he has the potential to be anything other than a regional level fighter. He alright at every aspect of MMA but doesn't excel at anything.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ivano "Ace" Ancic (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Underdog: -130) vs. "Snake Eyes" Pim Pim Gwon (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Favorite: -140)

Ivano Ancic is a Muay Thai competitor from Croatia, who is a very competent and tidy striker who has the potential to do a lot of damage. If he can add a bit more power to his strikes and build up his overall game, Ancic could become a player in the Featherweight rankings. He joined SIGMA early in 2001 to face better competition than he was getting on the local circuit. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Gerrit Dudok in SIGMA. Pim Pim Gwon is a young Korean with a background in grappling and as a results like to get up close and personal with his opponent. His striking is a definite weak area and will need a lot of improvement.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Josuke Hino (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #30, Favorite: -230) vs. Krzysztof "The Pole Cat" Bujnicki (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Underdog: +180)

Josuke Hino is a talented striker, a Muay Thai specialist who is a destructive force when engaged in stand-up or when he has his opponent trapped in the Muay Thai clinch. He will need to work on the rest of his MMA game, but if he can improve his weaknesses he could become a major player. Seeking stiffer competition than he was getting on the local scene, Hino joined KDM FC in 2001. He marked his debut with a brutally eye catching knock out of fellow rising star Kei Maki. Krzysztof Bujnicki is a young kick boxer who is looking to make an impact on the world of MMA. He possesses decent strikes in his arsenal and can certainly cause opponents problems with his quick, elusive nature. He will really need to work on his grappling if he is to succeed in the sport though, as he is completely exposed as soon as his opponent gets hold of him.

 

 

CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Rory Fagin (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Underdog: +150) vs. Peter "The Predator" Porter (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -190)

Rory Fagin is a low level fighter from New York, whose grappling skills and ability to lay ground and pound on an opponent are more than enough to get him wins on most local shows, but are probably a notch below what is required to go home with the win bonus from a major show. Peter Porter is a rookie fighter who made his pro debut, fighting at Featherweight, in the summer of 2001. A competent but fairly unspectacular striker, his evasive skills are his strongest suit.

 

Weigh-In Results

Lars Bohlin (145 lbs) vs. Quincy McGarry (145 lbs)

Luiz Machado (145 lbs) vs. Chan Siu-wei (145 lbs)

Norberto (145 lbs) vs. Raul Peixoto (145 lbs)

Pedro Alves (145 lbs) vs. Ryan Fenniman (145 lbs)

Frank Romita (145 lbs) vs. Jerry Pie (145 lbs)

Gerrit Dudok (145 lbs) vs. Klaus Greis (145 lbs)

Jason Dalglish (145 lbs) vs. Gonzalo Ramos (145 lbs)

Taki Inouye (145 lbs) vs. Tyler Aidi (145 lbs)

Kei Maki (145 lbs) vs. So Yip (145 lbs)

Heiko Pander (145 lbs) vs. Roman Danielyan (145 lbs)

Marcus Speed (145 lbs) vs. Hugo Cruz (145 lbs)

Benedikt Streit (145 lbs) vs. Ruben Ericsson (145 lbs)

Hyobe Kamioka (145 lbs) vs. Zuenir Merquior (145 lbs)

Ivano Ancic (145 lbs) vs. Pim Pim Gwon (145 lbs)

Josuke Hino (145 lbs) vs. Krzyzstof Bujnicki (145 lbs)

Rory Fagin (145 lbs) vs. Peter Porter (145 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 32 Full Fight Card

FW: Lars Bohlin vs. Quincy McGarry

FW: Luiz Machado vs. Chan Siu-wei

FW: Norberto vs. Raul Peixoto

FW: Pedro Alves vs. Ryan Fenniman

FW: Frank Romita vs. Jerry Pie

FW: Gerrit Dudok vs. Klaus Greis

FW: Jason Dalglish vs. Gonzalo Ramos

FW: Taki Inouye vs. Tyler Aidi

FW: Kei Maki vs. So Yip

FW: Heiko Pander vs. Roman Danielyan

 

FW: Marcus Speed vs. Hugo Cruz

FW: Benedikt Streit vs. Ruben Ericsson

FW: Hyobe Kamioka vs. Zuenir Merquior

FW: Ivano Ancic vs. Pim Pim Gwon

FW: Josuke Hino vs. Krzysztof Bujnicki

FW: Rory Fagin vs. Peter Porter

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Saturday, Week 3, June 2002

Live From Victoria, British Columbia

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rory Fagin (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: New York, New York, Underdog: +150) vs. Peter "The Predator" Porter (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Nashville, Tennessee, Favorite: -190)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first fight of the night is Rory Fagin battling Peter 'The Predator' Porter.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Porter ignores the offer of a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Porter moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Fagin into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Porter confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Porter fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Porter comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Fagin misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Porter hits a left jab and then he catches Fagin with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Porter initiates an exchange of strikes.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:04) A jab is wide from Porter, but then he catches Fagin with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Porter stalks forward, pressuring Fagin.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Fagin fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Porter throws a one-two, but Fagin was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Porter shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Fagin stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Moving forward constantly, Porter is pressuring Fagin.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Porter steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Porter lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Porter steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Fagin fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Porter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) A jab hits home from Porter and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Porter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Porter attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Fagin fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Porter lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Porter lands a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. Fagin connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Fagin looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Porter simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Porter connects with a nice jab and then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Fagin is knocked down by that shot!

(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 Porter.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

Quote

 

(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:45) Porter moves in on Fagin, preparing to throw.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Fagin appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Porter took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Porter connects with a nice jab and then hits Fagin with a great high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Fagin almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Porter hits a right hand, but it lacked the power to put Fagin down.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) A jab is wide from Porter, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Fagin appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Porter took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) A jab lands from Porter, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Fagin hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Porter finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Porter moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Fagin hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Porter can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Porter attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Fagin fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Porter fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Fagin looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) A jab hits home from Porter and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Porter comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Porter avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Porter lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Porter comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Porter confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Porter can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Fagin with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Circling warily, Fagin is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Porter fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Fagin 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 Porter took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Porter 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 - 04:47) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Porter dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Fagin chooses to shoot in on Porter.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Porter sprawls brilliantly, not only preventing the takedown but pushing Fagin down onto his hands and knees.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Turtled up, Fagin takes a kicks to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Fearing more kicks coming, Fagin is quickly back up to his feet.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) For the first time, Porter is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Fagin slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) Porter hits a left jab and then lands a right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Porter moves in on Fagin, preparing to throw.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Fagin may have been setting up to shoot, but Porter aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Porter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Fagin with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Porter fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Fagin with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Fagin misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Porter confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Fagin had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) A jab hits home from Porter and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Fagin may have been setting up to shoot, but Porter aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Porter hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(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 Porter.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Fagin 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 - 04:52) Porter lands a left jab, but Fagin avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Fagin may have been setting up to shoot, but Porter aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Porter can't connect with a jab, but then catches Fagin with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Porter steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) It looked like we were about to see Fagin try and get some grappling started, but Porter was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) A jab hits home from Porter and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Porter misses with a left jab but hits a right hand. Fagin hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) A jab hits home from Porter and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) Porter slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a superman punch that lands right on the jaw!

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Fagin is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Porter quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Fagin!

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Porter pounds away with rights, Fagin is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 4 - 03:00) With Fagin taking a beating, referee Harry A. Bierce has to stop the fight!

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Peter Porter takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Peter 'The Predator' Porter defeats Rory Fagin (TKO (Strikes) in 2:14 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Peter Porter name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. The interviewer asks who he'd be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Ivan Bokhour "better get prepared" because he is coming for him.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Josuke Hino (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -230) vs. Krzyzstof "The Pole Cat" Bujnicki (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Underdog: +180)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Josuke Hino taking on Krzysztof 'The Pole Cat' Bujnicki.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Hino uses a body kick but it is parried away.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Bujnicki misses with a left jab and also can't get a kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Hino uses a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Bujnicki uses a pair of left jabs but fails to land a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Bujnicki lands a left jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Hino hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Bujnicki misses badly with a right roundhouse kick to the body and gets countered with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Hino can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Bujnicki throws two punches but Hino has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Hino misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Bujnicki comes in with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Hino misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Bujnicki hits a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Hino uses a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Hino counters a right hand with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Bujnicki came out just ahead on my score card.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Bujnicki doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Hino is off-target with a jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Bujnicki misses a jab and also misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Hino has a right hook blocked.

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

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Bujnicki misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Hino comes in with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Bujnicki scores with a jab but misses with a spinning kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Hino lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Hino counters a right hand with a left jab and a low kick that doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Bujnicki slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a body kick that fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Bujnicki misses a jab but lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Hino lands a nice high roundhouse kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Bujnicki backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Hino is trying to lock Bujnicki into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) He has it hooked, Bujnicki needs to find a way out quickly.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Using the clinch, Hino blasts Bujnicki with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Hino keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) From the clinch, Hino drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Hino misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Hino took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bujnicki has some nasty red marks around the rib area, testament to the shots he has endured tonight.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:15) Hino is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Bujnicki misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Hino comes in with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Hino stalks forward, pressuring Bujnicki.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Hino avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Hino throws a one-two, but Bujnicki was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Hino is off-target with two jabs and also misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Bujnicki can't get past the good guard of Hino, two punches were simply absorbed.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Hino comes forward, walking down Bujnicki.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Bujnicki fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) A one-two from Hino fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Bujnicki misses a spinning back kick and is left off balance. Hino quickly capitalises by attacking with two jabs that are followed by a low kick that doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Hino comes forward, walking down Bujnicki.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Bujnicki fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Hino throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Bujnicki avoids them all.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Hino steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Bujnicki hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Hino throws a two-punch combo but Bujnicki avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Hino comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Bujnicki lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) A jab is wide from Hino, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Hino comes forward, walking down Bujnicki.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Bujnicki lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Bujnicki is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Hino throws a two-punch combo but Bujnicki avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Bujnicki misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hino to attack with a quick left jab and a low kick.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Hino, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Hino.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Hino comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Bujnicki fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Hino hits a left jab and then he lands a sick right head kick!

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Bujnicki is out! It's all over!

(Rd 4 - 04:39) The winner, by knock out; Josuke Hino!

 

 

Official Result: Josuke Hino defeats Krzysztof 'The Pole Cat' Bujnicki (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:21 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Josuke Hino thanks everyone connected to Snake Temple for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and smugly answers that Ryan Fenniman is next on his hit list.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ivano "Ace" Ancic (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Rijeka, Croatia, Underdog: -130) vs. "Snake Eyes" Pim Pim Gwon (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Seoul, South Korea, Favorite: -140)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Ivano 'Ace' Ancic goes up against 'Snake Eyes' Pim Pim Gwon.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Ancic closes in on Gwon, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Gwon looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ancic simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) A jab is wide from Ancic, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Ancic comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Gwon misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) A jab hits home from Ancic and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Ancic forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Gwon lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) A jab is wide from Ancic, but then he catches Gwon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) A jab is wide from Ancic, but then he catches Gwon with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Ancic can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Gwon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Ancic can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Ancic attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Gwon throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) A jab is wide from Ancic, but then he catches Gwon with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Ancic stalks forward, pressuring Gwon.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Ancic is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Ancic can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Ancic moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Gwon into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Ancic moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Ancic attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Gwon fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Gwon may have been aiming to get in close, but Ancic aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Ancic lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(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 Ancic.

 

 

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) Gwon misses with a big right hand, allowing Ancic to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Ancic closes in on Gwon, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Ancic initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Gwon misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Ancic throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) A jab is wide from Ancic, but then he catches Gwon with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Ancic comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Gwon hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then he hits Gwon with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Moving forward constantly, Ancic is pressuring Gwon.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Ancic looks to pressure Gwon, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Ancic connects with a jab but Gwon avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Moving forward constantly, Ancic is pressuring Gwon.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Gwon hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Ancic lands a jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) For the first time, Ancic is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Ancic steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Gwon hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then he hits Gwon with a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Ancic stalks forward, pressuring Gwon.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Gwon hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) A jab hits home from Ancic and then he catches Gwon with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) A defensive jab hits from Gwon.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) A punch from Ancic fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Ancic hits a left jab and then catches Gwon with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Gwon appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) Ancic can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Gwon with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Ancic lands a left jab, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Ancic took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Ancic up 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Gwon.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Gwon may have been aiming to get in close, but Ancic aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Ancic hits two left jabs and then catches Gwon with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Ancic lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Ancic closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) A jab hits home from Ancic and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Ancic fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Gwon with a body kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Ancic lands two jabs and then hits Gwon with a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Ancic 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 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Ancic looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then catches Gwon with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Ancic moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) It looked like we were about to see Gwon try and get some grappling started, but Ancic was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 01:49) A punch from Ancic fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Gwon moves in fast and clinches with Ancic.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Clinched with Ancic, Gwon looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) He gets the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Gwon takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Gwon gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Gwon pounds away on Ancic, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Gwon fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Gwon, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Ancic defends himself well against the choke.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Gwon 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 and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Gwon chooses to shoot in on Ancic.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) The takedown is unsuccessful, Ancic sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Gwon shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Ancic sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Ancic connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 03:10) Ancic lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Ancic looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) A jab hits home from Ancic and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Ancic moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Gwon looked like he was going to shoot, but Ancic simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then hits Gwon with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Gwon was rocked by that last shot! He backs away until up against the cage, covering up, but looks very unsteady!

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Ancic floors Gwon with a vicious head kick!

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Ancic quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Gwon!

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Ancic pounds away and Gwon struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) Ancic tries to pound on Gwon with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Gwon scoots around and wraps his legs around Ancic to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Ancic clings very tight to Gwon while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Gwon tries to sweep Ancic but can't do it.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Ancic keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Ancic blocks Gwon as he tries a sweep from the guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Ancic keeps tight to Gwon, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:04) Gwon gets the double underhooks in and pulls Ancic close, controlling him well.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Gwon 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 - 04:53) Ancic comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) It looked like we were about to see Gwon try and get some grappling started, but Ancic was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Ancic lands a left jab, but Gwon evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Gwon had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Ancic can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 04:01) Ancic looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Gwon shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Gwon gets hold of a leg but Ancic remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Gwon uses the position to drive Ancic up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) An ugly but effective tactic, Gwon is pressing Ancic up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Gwon hits Ancic, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Ancic is trapped against the cage and Gwon hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Gwon shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Ancic partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Gwon has a hold of the other.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Gwon can't get Ancic down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) Gwon smothers Ancic against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Ancic is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Gwon and Ancic remain up against the cage for the remainder of the round, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(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 Gwon.

(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) Making Ivano 'Ace' Ancic the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Ivano 'Ace' Ancic defeats 'Snake Eyes' Pim Pim Gwon (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ivano Ancic name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Asked who he wants next, he says that he demands a fight with So Yip.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Hyobe Kamioka (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -450) vs. Zuenir Merquior (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +350)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Hyobe Kamioka goes head to head with Zuenir Merquior.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Kamioka shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Merquior is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Kamioka begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Kamioka fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Kamioka fires off some rights, but Merquior isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Kamioka starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Merquior made it as hard as possible to get out of half guard, Kamioka struggled to make that pass.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Kamioka begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Merquior rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Kamioka tries to finish Merquior off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Merquior doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Merquior tries to turn over and sweep Kamioka but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Kamioka pounds away, Merquior is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Kamioka attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Merquior fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Kamioka blocks Merquior as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Kamioka tries to finish Merquior off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Merquior doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Kamioka, 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) Kamioka comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Merquior fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Kamioka hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Merquior throws a one-two, but Kamioka was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Merquior steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Merquior throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Kamioka slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Kamioka lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) A jab is wide from Merquior, but then he hits Kamioka with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Kamioka comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Kamioka couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Merquior hops in place on the other.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Kamioka can't get Merquior down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) With Merquior stuck against the cage, Kamioka tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Merquior grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Referee Harry A. Bierce loudly gives a verbal warning!

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Kamioka looks to sweep a leg out from under Merquior so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Kamioka uses a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Kamioka takes the back of Merquior directly off the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Kamioka seems to be moving slowly toward a finish as he applies a very tight body triangle.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) With the body triangle on tight, Kamioka tries to flatten Merquior out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Kamioka gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Merquior has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 01:42) By submission, the winner is Hyobe Kamioka!

 

 

Official Result: Hyobe Kamioka defeats Zuenir Merquior (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:18 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hyobe Kamioka thanks everyone connected to Tiger Claw Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Hyobe Kamioka celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Bulldozer" Benedikt Streit (19-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Munich, Germany, Favorite: -750) vs. Ruben Ericsson (11-6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Underdog: +590)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Bulldozer' Benedikt Streit taking on Ruben Ericsson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Streit looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Ericsson closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) A tentative jab from Streit lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Ericsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Circling warily, Streit is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Ericsson hits a right hand, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Ericsson hits a right jab and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Ericsson moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Ericsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Streit with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Ericsson hits a right jab and then catches Streit with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Streit may have been setting up to shoot, but Ericsson aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Ericsson can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Streit with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) A jab hits home from Ericsson and then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Ericsson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Streit, but Ericsson was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Ericsson connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Streit, backing off, hits a weak right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Ericsson hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Ericsson lands a right hand and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Ericsson closes in on Streit, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Streit may have been setting up to shoot, but Ericsson aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Ericsson lands a right hand and then hits Streit with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Ericsson moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Streit had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Ericsson lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Ericsson can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Streit with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Streit shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Streit throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Streit throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Ericsson tries to move to guard, but Streit doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Ericsson took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Streit looks a little shell-shocked too.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Ericsson lands a jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Streit.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Ericsson lands a right hand and then catches Streit with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Circling warily, Streit is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) A jab hits home from Ericsson and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Streit may have been aiming to get in close, but Ericsson aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Ericsson hits a right hand, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Ericsson lands a jab and then hits Streit with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) Streit chooses to shoot in on Ericsson.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Ericsson to stay upright, the takedown is completed!

(Rd 2 - 03:09) The takedown leaves Ericsson seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Streit pounds away, but Ericsson isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Ericsson, trapped against the cage, pummels Streit on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Streit looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Ericsson from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) He is much too good for Ericsson, and gets the mount!

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Streit starts dropping heavy elbows, Ericsson is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Referee Roger Bennett is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Benedikt Streit takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Bulldozer' Benedikt Streit defeats Ruben Ericsson (TKO (Strikes) in 3:20 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Benedikt Streit name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he has a lot of respect for Ruben Ericsson and praises his toughness.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"First Strike" Marcus Speed (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Gainsville, Florida, Underdog: +300) vs. Hugo "Cruz Control" Cruz (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Queretaro, Mexico, Favorite: -380)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'First Strike' Marcus Speed goes up against Hugo 'Cruz Control' Cruz in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Cruz chooses to shoot in on Speed.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Cruz can't get past the sprawl of Speed...and eats a hard knee strike too!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Cruz collapses to the ground, he is out cold!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) 'First Strike' Marcus Speed takes the win by knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'First Strike' Marcus Speed defeats Hugo 'Cruz Control' Cruz (Knock Out (Knee) in 0:10 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Marcus Speed gives a shout out to all of his sponsors, then thanks his family, friends, and also God. Marcus Speed celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

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CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Mighty Mouse" Heiko Pander (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Favorite: -630) vs. Roman "Babyface" Danielyan (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Vanadzor, Armenia, Underdog: +500)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is our first main fight of the night, in which 'Mighty Mouse' Heiko Pander takes on Roman 'Babyface' Danielyan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Franklin Mencken, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Pander slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) It looks like Danielyan has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Pander initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Danielyan manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Pander connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Pander comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Danielyan tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Pander lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Pander initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Danielyan throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Pander hits two left jabs and then he catches Danielyan with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Danielyan is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Pander hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Pander forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Danielyan throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Pander doesn't land any of the three strikes he threw at Danielyan.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Pander comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Pander steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Danielyan.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) A jab hits home from Pander and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Pander. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Danielyan.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Pander attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Danielyan tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Pander throws a two-punch combo but Danielyan avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Pander steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Danielyan lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Pander can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Danielyan with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Pander steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Danielyan hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Pander can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Danielyan with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Pander comes forward, walking down Danielyan.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Pander looks to pressure Danielyan, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Pander connects with two left hands and then he hits Danielyan with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Pander stalks forward, pressuring Danielyan.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Pander moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Danielyan.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Pander fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Danielyan wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Pander knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Danielyan, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Pander pounds away on Danielyan, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 2 - 01:28) The referee jumps in and stops the fight as Danielyan went limp!

(Rd 2 - 01:10) The winner, by knock out, is 'Mighty Mouse' Heiko Pander!

 

 

Official Result: 'Mighty Mouse' Heiko Pander defeats Roman 'Babyface' Danielyan (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:50 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Heiko Pander thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kei "Demon Eyes" Maki (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -110) vs. So Yip (14-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Kei 'Demon Eyes' Maki takes on So Yip.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Maki avoids a right hand and fights back with a quick left jab and a right hand to the body that is too short.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Yip hits a jab but misses with an attempted shot to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Maki hits a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Maki counters a right hand with a clean right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Maki throws two quick punches but Yip has great movement and avoids them.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Yip throws three quick punches but Maki has great movement and avoids them.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Maki attacks with a clean right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Maki comes in with a powerful right hook!

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Yip wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Maki moves in quickly, kneeling beside Yip and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Maki pounds away and Yip eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Maki fires away with right hands, but Yip doesn't take much damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Maki blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Maki pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Yip tries to pull guard on Maki but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Maki pounds away, but Yip isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Yip tries to pull guard on Maki but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Maki pounds away, but Yip isn't troubled by the strikes.

(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 Maki.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:45) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Maki comes in with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Yip looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) That was a good example of how Maki can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Maki slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Maki uses a body kick but it is parried away.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Yip misses a jab and also doesn't reach with a hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Maki comes in with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Maki comes in with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Yip misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) A stand-up striking battle is doing Yip no favours, Maki is comfortably winning the exchanges so far in this fight.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) From the looks of it, that shot may have smashed the nose of Yip.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) A smashed nose is going to force him to breathe through the mouth and will tire him out quicker.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Yip misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Maki to attack with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Taking a few gulps of breath, Yip is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Yip misses with a big right hand, allowing Maki to counter with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Maki slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Maki misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Maki bobs and weaves, making two punches miss.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(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 Maki.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Maki up 20-18.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Yip in between rounds.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Maki dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Yip moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Maki uses a left jab, but then can't connect with a head kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Maki lands two of three quick punches but Yip avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 03:20) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:20) Maki hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:20) Yip is off target with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Maki is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Maki dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Looking very tired, Yip clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Maki tries to lock his legs around the waist of Yip, wanting to pull him down to the floor.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) The attempt is unsuccessful, Yip blocked it and takes control of the grappling.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Yip attempts a trip to put Maki on the ground.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Yip can't get Maki down to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Yip tries to take Maki down.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Maki blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Yip seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Yip is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Maki attacks with a jab and a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Maki attacks with a nice right hook.

(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 Maki.

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

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Maki avoids a right hand and fights back with a thumping kick to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Breathing very hard, Yip is looking ragged.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Yip limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Yip misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Maki to attack with a left jab and a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Yip misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Maki to attack with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Maki can't connect with a jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Yip may have been aiming to get in close, but Maki aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Maki can't connect with a jab, but then catches Yip with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Yip looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Maki simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Maki hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Maki confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Yip appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Maki took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Maki can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Yip.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Yip looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Maki simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Maki lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Maki confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Maki throws a two-punch combo but Yip avoids both.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Maki lands a jab and then catches Yip with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Yip misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Maki comes in with a quick left jab and a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) Maki looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) Maki doesn't get it, Yip blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) Clinched with Yip, Maki looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) Yip cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:48) Maki throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Maki fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) Yip tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Maki doesn't allow it.

(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 Maki.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) As Yip sits in the corner, it's noticeable that his left eye has swollen shut, probably due to the broken nose.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Circling warily, Yip is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Maki, but then he catches Yip with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Maki counters a right hand with a left to the body.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Maki is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) It looked like we were about to see Yip try and get some grappling started, but Maki was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) A jab hits home from Maki and then he hits Yip with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Yip is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover!

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Maki smashes Yip with a vicious right head kick! He's knocked out!

(Rd 5 - 04:01) The winner, by knock out, is Kei 'Demon Eyes' Maki!

 

 

Official Result: Kei 'Demon Eyes' Maki defeats So Yip (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:59 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kei Maki thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Kei Maki celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Taki Inouye (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Favorite: -150) vs. Tyler "Black Ops" Aidi (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Manitoba, Canada, Underdog: +110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Taki Inouye takes on Tyler 'Black Ops' Aidi.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Inouye moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Aidi lands a left hand and then catches Inouye with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Aidi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Aidi fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) A punch from Aidi fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Seizing the opportunity, Inouye clinches.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Inouye tries to wrestle Aidi backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Aidi ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Aidi is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Smothered against the cage, Aidi is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Inouye tries to keep him up against the cage, but Aidi works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Inouye looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Aidi connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Aidi can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Aidi moves in on Inouye, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Aidi hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Aidi came out just ahead on my score card.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

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

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Aidi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Inouye with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Inouye clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Aidi lands a left hand and then catches Inouye with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Aidi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Inouye scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Aidi can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Inouye keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Aidi fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Aidi lands a left hand and then catches Inouye with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Aidi hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Inouye clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Aidi lands a jab and then hits Inouye with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Inouye wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Aidi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Aidi throws a punch but Inouye avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Inouye chooses to shoot in on Aidi.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Aidi sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Aidi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Aidi connects with a nice jab and then hits Inouye with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Inouye isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) A jab is wide from Aidi, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Inouye had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) A jab lands from Aidi, but finds nothing but air with a big 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 Aidi, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Aidi 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 - 04:53) Inouye looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Aidi lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Aidi hits a left jab and then hits Inouye with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Aidi is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Inouye keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) A jab is wide from Aidi, but then he hits Inouye with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) It looks like Inouye has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Aidi moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Inouye had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Aidi throws a punch but Inouye was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Inouye isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) A jab lands from Aidi, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) A jab is wide from Aidi, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) A one-two from Aidi fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Inouye moves in fast and clinches with Aidi.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Inouye is trying to muscle Aidi up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Aidi ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Aidi, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Inouye is exerting.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Showing his ability to exert control, Inouye smothers Aidi up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Aidi is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) The rest of the round passes by with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Inouye, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Aidi up 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Inouye.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Circling warily, Inouye is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Aidi lands a jab and then catches Inouye with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Aidi lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Aidi closes in on Inouye, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) A jab is wide from Aidi, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Aidi throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Inouye takes the chance and grabs Aidi into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Inouye attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Aidi to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Aidi to the mat where he pulls guard!

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Inouye fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Aidi tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Inouye.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) Inouye lies on top of Aidi, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 02:12) Inouye fires off some rights, but Aidi isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 01:59) Inouye fights off an attempt to trap him in rubber guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) Inouye fires off a few punches.

(Rd 4 - 01:16) Aidi tries to ensnare Inouye in an omoplata.

(Rd 4 - 01:16) Inouye defends it.

(Rd 4 - 00:37) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Aidi lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:07) Aidi throws a one-two, but Inouye was equal to it.

(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 Aidi just about edged it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Inouye 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 - 04:53) Moving around, Inouye is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Aidi hits a left jab and then catches Inouye with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) Inouye shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) A great sprawl from Aidi prevents the takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Aidi is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) A jab is wide from Aidi, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) The gash under the eye of Inouye has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:42) Aidi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Inouye appeared to be going for a takedown, but Aidi took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) A jab is wide from Aidi, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) Aidi comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) A jab hits home from Aidi and then he hits Inouye with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Aidi doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Inouye, but Aidi was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Aidi lands a left jab, but Inouye evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Aidi hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) The clock is stopped as referee Kyle Crisp wants to check the cut on Inouye.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) The fight recommences!

(Rd 5 - 02:05) Aidi moves in on Inouye, preparing to throw.

(Rd 5 - 02:05) Inouye appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Aidi took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 02:05) Aidi throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Moving around, Inouye is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Aidi throws a two-punch combo but Inouye avoids both.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Inouye moves in fast and clinches with Aidi.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Inouye is looking to muscle Aidi back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Inouye achieves it, pinning Aidi to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Inouye pins Aidi up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Showing his ability to control opponents, Inouye simply smothers Aidi against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) The rest of the round sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Aidi, 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III: 48-47 Inouye.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Aidi.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Franklin Mencken gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Inouye.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Taki Inouye!

 

 

Official Result: Taki Inouye defeats Tyler 'Black Ops' Aidi (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Taki Inouye praises his team at Mok Gar Dojo, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Alvaro Negredo is the next fighter that he will defeat.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Miniature Killer" Jason Dalglish (21-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Favorite: -1040) vs. Gonzalo "Gangsta" Ramos (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Aguascalientes, Mexico, Underdog: +830)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Miniature Killer' Jason Dalglish fighting Gonzalo 'The Gangsta' Ramos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Showing good hand speed, Ramos lands four out of a flurry of four punches and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Dalglish comes in fast, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Ramos cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Dalglish tries to lock Ramos in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Ramos gets caught by a kimura, it's in deep!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Shockingly, Dalglish loses it! Ramos pops his arm free, and has somehow survived!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Ramos is still under side control though and so the threat of more submission attempts remains.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Dalglish begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Ramos rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Dalglish attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Ramos doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Ramos tries to move Dalglish off his back but can't.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Dalglish gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Dalglish tries to finish Ramos off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) The rear naked choke is in deep, Ramos has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Jason Dalglish takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Miniature Killer' Jason Dalglish defeats Gonzalo 'The Gangsta' Ramos (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jason Dalglish gives a name-check to everyone at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Jason Dalglish says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Dutch Master" Gerrit Dudok (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +100) vs. Klaus Greis (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Dresden, Germany, Favorite: -110)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Dutch Master' Gerrit Dudok battles Klaus Greis.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Greis clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about shooting and getting caught on the way in.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Dudok fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Greis with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Dudok can't connect with a jab, but then catches Greis with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Dudok lands a jab and then catches Greis with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Dudok looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Dudok can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Dudok hits a left jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Dudok lands a left hand and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Greis is limping slightly.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) A jab is wide from Dudok, but then he catches Greis with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Blood is visible on Greis, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Two jabs hit home from Dudok and then he hits Greis with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) A pair of tentative jabs from Greis land, but have zero effect.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Dudok fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Dudok lands a left jab, but Greis avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Limping slightly, Greis is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Greis looked like he was going to shoot, but Dudok simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Dudok lands a jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Greis.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Greis comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Dudok cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Greis throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Greis keeps Dudok guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Greis pounds away, but Dudok calmly deals with them.

(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 Dudok.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Greis.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Greis looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Dudok simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Dudok lands two left hands, but Greis evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Dudok can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Dudok can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Greis with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Greis comes through that strike and grabs Dudok in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Greis is trying to push Dudok so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Dudok ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Dudok is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Greis has over him.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Greis uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Greis presses Dudok into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Greis and Dudok remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Smothered against the cage, Dudok cannot get free.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(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 Greis.

(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 - 05:00) Greis has an obvious limp as he circles.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Dudok moves in on Greis, preparing to throw.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Dudok connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Greis starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Dudok fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Greis seizes the chance and grabs Dudok into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Greis tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Dudok uses wrestling to smother the attacks.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Greis tries to wrestle Dudok backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Greis manages it and controls Dudok up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Greis presses Dudok into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Showing his ability to control opponents, Greis smothers Dudok against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Dudok looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Dudok can't connect with a jab, but then lands a spinning back kick to the chest.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Dudok connects with a nice jab and then hits Greis with a sensational high right head kick!

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Greis hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 3 - 00:44) Dudok moves in quickly to try and finish Greis with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 3 - 00:44) Incredibly, Greis holds on and survives an arsenal of vicious stomps and kicks!

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Dudok has to step back to avoid an up-kick.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Dudok has to step back to avoid an up-kick.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Dudok, 10-9 on my card.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Greis.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Dudok fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) A jab hits home from Dudok and then he hits Greis with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Dudok closes in on Greis, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Dudok hits a left jab and then hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Greis hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Without hesitation, Dudok goes to finish Greis off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Dudok hits several big stomps and kicks, but Greis somehow hangs on!

(Rd 4 - 03:39) In comes Dudok looking to get some form of ground control.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Dudok attains side control.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Dudok fires off some rights, but Greis isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 03:13) Greis struggles and gets half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Dudok attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Greis fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Dudok somehow manages to come out on top of Greis in north-south position.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Dudok elbows away at the ribs, but the blows are not doing much damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:00) Dudok blocks an attempted escape.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) Greis takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) Greis tries to scramble out from underneath Dudok, but is held firmly in place.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Greis takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Dudok blocks an attempted escape.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Dudok throws some elbows to the body, albeit with not much in the way of power.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Greis tries to scramble out from underneath Dudok, but is held firmly in place.

(Rd 4 - 00:37) Dudok pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Dudok blocks Greis as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Dudok pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

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

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Greis realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Several red marks around his ribs show that Greis has taken some heavy shots to the body tonight.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Greis looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) A jab is wide from Dudok, but then he hits Greis with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Greis looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) A brutal right hand sends Greis staggering backward! He stumbles and crashes down to the floor!

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Dudok starts pounding away on Greis, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Dudok pounds away, Greis is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 5 - 04:33) With Greis taking a beating, referee Kyle Crisp has to stop the fight!

(Rd 5 - 04:22) The winner, by TKO, is 'The Dutch Master' Gerrit Dudok!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Dutch Master' Gerrit Dudok defeats Klaus Greis (TKO (Strikes) in 0:38 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gerrit Dudok name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Gerrit Dudok celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Banker" Frank Romita (13-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jerry "Cutie" Pie (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Dover, Delaware, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Banker' Frank Romita goes head to head with Jerry 'Cutie' Pie.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Romita may have weighed in the same as Pie yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Romita works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Romita is trying to push Pie so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Romita achieves it, pinning Pie to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Showing his ability to exert control, Romita smothers Pie up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Romita presses Pie up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Romita moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) It looked like we were about to see Pie try and get some grappling started, but Romita was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Romita can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Moving in, Pie appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Romita can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Pie with a crunching right hook.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:39) A jab lands from Romita, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Romita can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big 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 Romita, 10-9 on my card.

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

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Romita manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Romita tries to wrestle Pie backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Romita does it, Pie is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Romita shows his grappling ability by trapping Pie up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Pie is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Romita is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Romita is looking to muscle Pie back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Romita does it, Pie is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Romita pins Pie up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Pie, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Romita is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Romita shows his grappling ability by trapping Pie up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) They exchange short punches to the body until the round ends.

(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 Romita.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Romita up 20-18.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Romita aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Romita is looking to muscle Pie back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) He does so and now has Pie pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Romita presses Pie into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Smothered against the cage, Pie cannot get free.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Taking a few gulps of breath, Romita is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) Romita fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Pie with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Romita throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Pie seizes the chance and grabs Romita into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Pie grabs an arm and tries and pull Romita down to the ground into his guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) The attempt is successful, Romita is sucked down into his guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Pie wants to move to rubber guard mission control, but Romita keeps him at bay.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Romita throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Pie tries to move to rubber guard, but Romita doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Romita throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Perhaps wary of submissions, Romita keeps extremely tight to Pie and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Pie wants to move to rubber guard mission control, but Romita keeps him at bay.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Romita.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Pie 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 - 04:46) Romita connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Romita connects with a nice jab and then catches Pie with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Pie looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Romita simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Romita connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Romita closes in on Pie, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Romita can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) Romita seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Romita is trying to muscle Pie up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Romita does it, Pie is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) Pie is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Romita shows his grappling ability by trapping Pie up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) 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 - 00:22) 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 4 - 00:07) Romita can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Pie 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 - 04:55) Romita throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Pie seizes the chance and grabs Romita into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) Pie tries to suck Romita to the ground by wrapping his legs around the waist and pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) It doesn't work though, Romita responds by violently slamming him down!

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Romita steps back and allows Pie to stand back up.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Romita is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Romita looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Using his wrestling skills, Romita is trying to push Pie up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Romita achieves it, pinning Pie to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:38) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Romita is wearing Pie down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 5 - 03:38) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Romita is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Romita tries to smother Pie against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:19) Pie misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a powerful straight right!

(Rd 5 - 02:19) Blood is pouring from the nose of Pie after that shot, it looks like it may be broken.

(Rd 5 - 02:19) That's going to cause Pie some major problems with his breathing.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) He's down! Pie falls to the floor!

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Romita knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Pie, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Romita fires away with punches, and Pie is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 5 - 01:51) Romita fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Romita blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Romita pounds away, but Pie isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Pie tries to move to guard, but Romita doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) Romita tries to pound on Pie, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Pie tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Romita pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Romita blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(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 Romita.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Banker' Frank Romita is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Banker' Frank Romita defeats Jerry 'Cutie' Pie (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Frank Romita praises his team at Shark Tank, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Frank Romita gives a show of respect to his opponent. Frank Romita can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Pedro "The Wolverine" Alves (15-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Lisbon, Portugal, Favorite: -610) vs. Ryan "The Gold Standard" Fenniman (6-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, England, Underdog: +480)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Pedro 'The Wolverine' Alves takes on Ryan 'The Gold Standard' Fenniman.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Alves, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab lands from Fenniman, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Fenniman can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Alves with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) A jab hits home from Fenniman and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Fenniman can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Fenniman uses a left jab, but Alves avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Fenniman lands a jab and then hits Alves with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) A jab lands from Fenniman, but Alves steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Fenniman can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Alves with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Fenniman hits a left jab and then hits Alves with a great high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Alves looks shaken! He appears to be on rubbery legs after that last strike!

(Rd 1 - 02:09) A head kick lands hard, Alves falls to the ground and is in major trouble!

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Fenniman quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Alves!

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Incredibly, Alves holds on and survives an arsenal of vicious stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Apparently unwilling to engage, Fenniman lets his opponent stand back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Fenniman comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Fenniman can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Alves backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Fenniman follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Fenniman tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but Alves avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Fenniman lands a hard right hand right through the guard, sending Alves down to the canvas!

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Fenniman starts pounding away on Alves, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Fenniman pounds away, landing several clean blows on Alves in the process.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Fenniman over-commits and that allows Alves to tip him off balance and start to scramble!

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Fenniman somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Alves.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Alves pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's no question that Fenniman took that round, I'm giving it a 10-8 score.

(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 - 04:54) Fenniman hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Fenniman comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Alves looked like he was going to shoot, but Fenniman simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Fenniman moves in behind three quick punches, two of them finding a home, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Alves comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) The takedown is completed, Fenniman is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Alves is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Alves passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Fenniman starts scrambling.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) The scramble sees Fenniman up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Alves attempts a trip to put Fenniman on the ground.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Alves uses a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Alves takes the back of Fenniman directly off the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Alves tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Alves flattens Fenniman out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 2 - 03:01) By submission, the winner is Pedro Alves!

 

 

Official Result: Pedro 'The Wolverine' Alves defeats Ryan 'The Gold Standard' Fenniman (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:59 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Norberto (30-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Favorite: -1170) vs. Raul Peixoto (1-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Underdog: +930)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Norberto battling Raul Peixoto.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Franklin Mencken, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Peixoto lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Norberto uses a left jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Norberto comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Peixoto cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Norberto looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Norberto gets past, but Peixoto stops him at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Norberto attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Peixoto tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Norberto chooses to shoot in on Peixoto.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Peixoto gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) That's two takedowns from two attempts.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Norberto tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Peixoto starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Norberto ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Peixoto lies on top of Norberto, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Peixoto lies on top of Norberto, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Peixoto fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Norberto tries to move to rubber guard, but Peixoto doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Peixoto smothers Norberto with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) The lack of progress forces referee Roger Bennett to stand the fighters 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 Norberto.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Norberto 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 Peixoto can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Peixoto hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Norberto lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Norberto connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Norberto comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Peixoto fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) A jab hits home from Norberto and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Moving forward constantly, Norberto is pressuring Peixoto.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Peixoto lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Norberto can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Peixoto with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) There's a takedown attempt from Norberto.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Peixoto cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) In guard, Norberto begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) He passes, but only to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Norberto fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Norberto begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Norberto almost gets side control, but Peixoto was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Peixoto ends up holding a waist-lock behind Norberto, who is kneeling.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Peixoto pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Norberto scrambles back to his feet, but Peixoto has back control.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Peixoto tries to take Norberto down from behind.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Norberto will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Peixoto.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Norberto tries to break free of back control, but Peixoto is too tenacious.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Grappling from behind, Peixoto attempts to pick Norberto up and force him down to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Peixoto doesn't find it easy, but he does eventually get Norberto to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Norberto ends up turtled up with Peixoto on top of him holding a waist-lock.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Peixoto pounds away, but Norberto isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Norberto 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) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Peixoto lands a left jab and also nails a right cross. Norberto uses a left jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Norberto may have damaged his hand with that last punch.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) A damaged hand will obviously cause Norberto some major problems when it comes to striking.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Norberto staggers backward into the cage and covers up, I think he's hurt!

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Norberto takes a right hand!

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Peixoto hits a straight right hand! Dazed, Norberto continues to cover up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Peixoto punishes Norberto with a straight right!

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Norberto takes a right hand!

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Peixoto throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Norberto, but he is just able to dodge it.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Norberto manages to clear his head and circle away from the cage, back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) Peixoto moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) Norberto appeared to be going for a takedown, but Peixoto took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) Peixoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Norberto with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Moving in, Peixoto appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Norberto lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Norberto comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Peixoto cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Norberto tries to lock Peixoto into a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Peixoto defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Peixoto tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Norberto throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Norberto fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Peixoto tries to move to guard, but Norberto doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Working slowly but surely, Norberto tries to put Peixoto in a Von Flue choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Peixoto fights off the Von Flue attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Peixoto tries to pull guard on Norberto but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Norberto fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Peixoto tries to pull guard on Norberto but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

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

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Peixoto 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) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Norberto shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Norberto gets a single leg takedown! Peixoto pulls guard off it.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Norberto attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Peixoto can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Norberto throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 4 - 03:48) Peixoto tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) In half guard, Norberto throws a couple of punches designed to keep Peixoto guessing.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Norberto blocks Peixoto as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) In half guard, Norberto catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Peixoto tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Norberto doesn't allow it.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Norberto pounds away, but Peixoto calmly deals with them.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Norberto blocks Peixoto as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Norberto begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Peixoto was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Peixoto is up first and quickly grabs Norberto, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Peixoto tries to keep Norberto up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Norberto works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Taking a few gulps of breath, Norberto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Peixoto is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Norberto comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Peixoto is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Norberto throws some elbows but Peixoto isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) Peixoto tries to pull Norberto in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Norberto tries to push apart the guard, maybe thinking of trying to isolate a leg.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Peixoto maintains a tight, secure guard.

(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 Norberto.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Peixoto 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 - 04:49) Norberto shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) The takedown is completed, Peixoto is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Norberto tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) He can't find a way past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Norberto blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) In guard, Norberto is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 03:23) Peixoto applies double underhooks and keeps Norberto from launching any attacks.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Norberto throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 02:32) Norberto begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:32) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Norberto pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Peixoto tries to sweep Norberto but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Norberto looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Peixoto fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) The scramble leaves Norberto on top in side control.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) Norberto tries to ensnare Peixoto in an armbar.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) Peixoto blocks it.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Norberto blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) Norberto fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.

(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 Norberto.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Norberto the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Norberto defeats Raul Peixoto (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Norberto thanks everyone connected to Escola De Luta 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 Francesco Marazzina and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (25-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Chan Siu-wei (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hong Kong, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Luiz 'The Tarantula' Machado fights Chan Siu-wei in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Machado shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Siu-wei cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Machado tries to lock Siu-wei in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) The kimura is fully applied, Siu-wei has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 04:12) By submission, the winner is Luiz Machado!

 

 

Official Result: Luiz 'The Tarantula' Machado defeats Chan Siu-wei (Submission (Kimura) in 0:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Luiz Machado thanks everyone connected to Escola De Luta for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (52-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Favorite: -1080) vs. Quincy McGarry (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Mobile, Alabama, Underdog: +860)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin takes on Quincy McGarry in the CTC Featherweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Bohlin works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) McGarry ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Bohlin smothers McGarry against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Bohlin tries to use some dirty boxing, but McGarry uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Bohlin tries to use some dirty boxing, but McGarry uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Bohlin uses dirty boxing to punish McGarry while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Bohlin tries to keep McGarry up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but McGarry reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Bohlin manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Bohlin tries to wrestle McGarry backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Bohlin does it, McGarry is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Bohlin smothers McGarry against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Bohlin uses dirty boxing to punish McGarry while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Bohlin goes to use some dirty boxing, but McGarry is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) McGarry goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) McGarry is trapped against the cage and Bohlin punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Bohlin pins McGarry up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Bohlin tries dirty boxing, but McGarry out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) McGarry tries to take Bohlin down.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Bohlin cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.

(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 Bohlin.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:53) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Bohlin looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Bohlin can't do it though, McGarry defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) McGarry doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Bohlin tries to wrestle McGarry backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Bohlin manages it and controls McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) McGarry is trapped against the cage and Bohlin punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Bohlin hits McGarry, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Bohlin tries to use dirty boxing against McGarry, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) McGarry uses his wrestling skills to prevent Bohlin from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Although pressed against the cage, McGarry still hits a few small punches to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Bohlin tries to dirty box McGarry, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Bohlin wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Bohlin tries to wrestle McGarry backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Bohlin doesn't manage it though, McGarry defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) He does so and now has McGarry pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Bohlin uses dirty boxing to punish McGarry while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) McGarry is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) McGarry is trapped against the cage and Bohlin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) McGarry waits for Bohlin to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Looking for a takedown, McGarry drops down and gets hold of a leg. Bohlin remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Sweeping the standing leg, McGarry puts Bohlin down hard and gets side control!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Bohlin took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Bohlin.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, McGarry timed it well and moved in to start a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) McGarry is trying to muscle Bohlin up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) McGarry can't move Bohlin at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Bohlin tries to wrestle McGarry backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) McGarry doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) He does so and now has McGarry pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) McGarry is trapped against the cage and Bohlin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Bohlin pins McGarry up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) McGarry is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 02:46) Bohlin smothers McGarry against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Bohlin smothers McGarry against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:15) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:15) For the first time, Bohlin is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) McGarry aggressively moves in and grapples with Bohlin.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) McGarry looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) An excellent outside leg trip sees Bohlin get thrown to the mat and McGarry has no problem getting side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) McGarry throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) Bohlin tries to move to guard, but McGarry doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) McGarry fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) McGarry blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) In side control, McGarry throws a couple of punches designed to keep Bohlin guessing.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Bohlin tries to pull guard on McGarry but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Bohlin, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Bohlin ahead 30-27.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Bohlin is the aggressor.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Bohlin achieves it, pinning McGarry to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Bohlin uses dirty boxing to punish McGarry while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Bohlin hits McGarry, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) McGarry is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:41) McGarry is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Bohlin tries to use dirty boxing against McGarry, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) McGarry scores with a few punches to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Bohlin smothers McGarry against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) Bohlin tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but McGarry uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 4 - 02:31) Bohlin hits McGarry, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) McGarry is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Moving in fast, McGarry wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) With control of the clinch, McGarry tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) He has the takedown! Bohlin pulls half guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:41) McGarry throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Bohlin tries to get full guard on McGarry but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) McGarry throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) Bohlin tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) McGarry unloads with some right hands, but Bohlin deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 4 - 00:07) Bohlin tries to get full guard on McGarry but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Bohlin, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Bohlin is ahead 40-36 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Bohlin looked like he was about to shoot, but McGarry stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) McGarry attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Bohlin on the ground.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) McGarry doesn't get the trip, Bohlin instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Bohlin achieves it, pinning McGarry to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Bohlin tries dirty boxing, but McGarry out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) Bohlin, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that McGarry is exerting.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about half a minute.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) McGarry looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Bohlin proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) A few deep breaths betray that Bohlin is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) Bohlin moves in and clinches.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Bohlin manages it and controls McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) McGarry is trapped against the cage and Bohlin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Bohlin smothers McGarry against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) McGarry is trapped against the cage and Bohlin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:06) McGarry waits for Bohlin to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) It isn't pretty, but McGarry has Bohlin stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) They spend the next half a minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 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 Bohlin.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure McGarry will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

Round 6

 

 

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(Rd 6 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 6 - 04:54) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 6 - 04:54) McGarry aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 6 - 04:48) McGarry looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 6 - 04:48) McGarry gets the takedown! Bohlin pulls half guard.

(Rd 6 - 04:36) McGarry keeps Bohlin guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 6 - 04:18) McGarry blocks Bohlin as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 6 - 04:04) McGarry fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 6 - 03:36) McGarry throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 6 - 03:12) McGarry pounds away, but Bohlin isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 6 - 02:54) McGarry blocks Bohlin as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 6 - 02:34) McGarry fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 6 - 02:05) McGarry tries to pound on Bohlin, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 6 - 01:50) Bohlin tries to move from half guard to full guard, but McGarry doesn't allow it.

(Rd 6 - 01:37) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 6 - 01:30) Bohlin gets in close and clinches with McGarry.

(Rd 6 - 01:10) Bohlin is trying to push McGarry so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 6 - 01:10) He does so and now has McGarry pinned to the cage.

(Rd 6 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 6 - 00:54) McGarry is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 6 - 00:42) McGarry waits for Bohlin to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 6 - 00:20) Bohlin is breathing very hard.

(Rd 6 - 00:20) McGarry tries to take Bohlin down.

(Rd 6 - 00:20) McGarry has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 6 - 00:00) The time runs out on round six.

(Rd 6 - 00:00) That round goes to McGarry, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 6 - 00:00) McGarry needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion.

 

 

Round 7

 

 

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(Rd 7 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 7 - 04:53) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 7 - 04:53) Bohlin manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 7 - 04:46) Using his wrestling skills, Bohlin is trying to push McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 7 - 04:46) McGarry doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 7 - 04:26) McGarry attempts to wrestle Bohlin to the ground.

(Rd 7 - 04:26) The takedown is completed, McGarry gets side control from it.

(Rd 7 - 04:08) McGarry keeps Bohlin guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 7 - 03:38) McGarry blocks Bohlin as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 7 - 03:19) Looking to catch his breath, McGarry is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 7 - 02:51) McGarry blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 7 - 02:37) McGarry fires away with elbows but Bohlin doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 7 - 02:22) Bohlin tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 7 - 02:10) McGarry pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 7 - 01:59) McGarry blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 7 - 01:44) McGarry throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 7 - 01:27) Bohlin tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 7 - 01:08) McGarry throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 7 - 00:48) Bohlin tries to pull guard on McGarry but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 7 - 00:28) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 7 - 00:15) Bohlin moves in and clinches.

(Rd 7 - 00:03) Bohlin is trying to push McGarry so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 7 - 00:03) He does so and now has McGarry pinned to the cage.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) Round seven ends as time expires.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) That round goes to McGarry, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) McGarry needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

Round 8

 

 

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(Rd 8 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number eight begins!

(Rd 8 - 04:53) Bohlin gets in close and clinches with McGarry.

(Rd 8 - 04:36) Using his wrestling skills, Bohlin is trying to push McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 8 - 04:36) Bohlin does it, McGarry is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 8 - 04:23) Bohlin pins McGarry up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 8 - 04:09) McGarry is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 8 - 03:52) Bohlin tries to use some dirty boxing, but McGarry uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.

(Rd 8 - 03:36) McGarry is trapped against the cage and Bohlin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 8 - 03:20) Bohlin smothers McGarry against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 8 - 03:05) McGarry waits for Bohlin to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 8 - 02:45) Showing his ability to control opponents, McGarry smothers Bohlin against the cage.

(Rd 8 - 02:45) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 8 - 01:39) McGarry is looking really tired.

(Rd 8 - 01:39) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Harry A. Bierce separating them.

(Rd 8 - 01:32) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 8 - 01:32) Bohlin aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 8 - 01:24) Using his wrestling skills, Bohlin is trying to push McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 8 - 01:24) He does so and now has McGarry pinned to the cage.

(Rd 8 - 01:05) Bohlin looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 8 - 01:05) Bohlin tries to keep McGarry up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but McGarry reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 8 - 00:39) Although deep into his gas tank by now, McGarry pins Bohlin up against the cage.

(Rd 8 - 00:39) 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 8 - 00:00) Round eight ends as time expires.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to McGarry.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) By my scorecard, McGarry is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

Round 9

 

 

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(Rd 9 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 9 - 04:47) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 9 - 04:47) Bohlin wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 9 - 04:41) Bohlin is looking to muscle McGarry back against the cage.

(Rd 9 - 04:41) McGarry isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 9 - 04:27) Bohlin tries to wrestle McGarry backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 9 - 04:27) He does so and now has McGarry pinned to the cage.

(Rd 9 - 04:12) Bohlin tries some dirty boxing, but McGarry wrestles his way out of trouble and manages to turn it around so that Bohlin ends up backed against the cage instead.

(Rd 9 - 03:44) McGarry looks to sweep a leg out from under Bohlin so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 9 - 03:44) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Bohlin to the mat where he pulls guard!

(Rd 9 - 03:29) The clock runs down as Bohlin is being smothered against the ground by McGarry.

(Rd 9 - 03:02) Bohlin is controlled against the ground, unable to shift McGarry off of him.

(Rd 9 - 02:40) Time slips away as McGarry successfully keeps Bohlin stuck against the ground.

(Rd 9 - 02:18) The clock runs down as Bohlin is being smothered against the ground by McGarry.

(Rd 9 - 01:42) Time slips away as McGarry successfully keeps Bohlin stuck against the ground.

(Rd 9 - 01:15) Bohlin is controlled against the ground, unable to shift McGarry off of him.

(Rd 9 - 00:49) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 9 - 00:39) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 9 - 00:39) Bohlin works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 9 - 00:29) Using his wrestling skills, Bohlin is trying to push McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 9 - 00:29) Bohlin doesn't manage it though, McGarry defended it well.

(Rd 9 - 00:12) Bohlin is trying to muscle McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 9 - 00:12) Bohlin manages it and controls McGarry up against the cage.

(Rd 9 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

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

(Rd 9 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 9 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 86-85 (Benjamin Milligan III), 88-83 (Franklin Mencken) and 87-84 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 9 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin!

 

 

Official Result: 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin defeats Quincy McGarry (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 9). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lars Bohlin gives a name-check to everyone at Euro Team Thunder, 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.

 

 

Attendance: 186

Gate Reciepts: $14,731

Sponsorship: $22,575

Ad Revenue: $266,601

Merchandise: $3,990

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $125,763)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Lars Bohlin               $6,290       Quincy McGarry           $1,598
Luiz Machado              $11,460      Chan Siu-wei             $122         Perf: Machado: $5,000
Norberto                  $3,910       Raul Peixoto             $984
Pedro Alves               $3,910       Ryan Fenniman            $2,090
Frank Romita              $4,080       Jerry Pie                $135
Gerrit Dudok              $2,720       Klaus Greis              $1,722
Jason Dalglish            $9,250       Gonzalo Ramos            $1,722       SotN: Dalglish: $5,000
Taki Inouye               $2,720       Tyler Aidi               $1,920
Kei Maki                  $2,720       So Yip                   $2,640
Heiko Pander              $17,210      Roman Danielyan          $16,560      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             Perf: Both: $5,000
Marcus Speed              $12,100      Hugo Cruz                $1,300       KotN: Speed: $5,000
                                                                             Perf: Speed: $5,000
Benedikt Streit           $3,300       Ruben Ericsson           $1,300
Hyobe Kamioka             $2,400       Zuenir Merquior          $1,300
Ivano Ancic               $2,100       Pim Pim Gwon             $1,300
Josuke Hino               $2,400       Kryzyzstof Bujnicki      $1,600
Peter Porter              $1,800       Rory Fagin               $1,100

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $22,675

 

Profit: $141,443

 

Critical Rating: 78%

Commercial Rating: 50%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -1.0%             80.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -0.4%             86.5% (High Level Regional)
UK                  -0.1%             74.2% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.0%             47.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           Even              60.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +0.4%             58.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +1.0%             55.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +0.9%             46.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +1.0%             54.0% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +2.8%             71.8% (High Level Regional)
Central America     +1.5%             57.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.2%             27.0% (Mid Level Regional)

 

 

News

- The drug test results for CTC 29 have come back, and all fighters tested clean.

- The drug test results for CTC 30 have come back, and all fighters tested clean.

- Norberto broke his wrist in his victory over Raul Peixoto, and will miss a few weeks of training, but this should not impact his ability to continue in the tournament.

- The CTC's broadcasting contracts with All Japan TV, Continental Sports X1, Net-A, and Televisao Esporte have all expired. They have set up a secondary broadcaster, Tournament TV International, that will carry CTC content to all affected regions.

- CTC fighter Niko Soldo has decided to join Euro Team Thunder on a temporary basis in preperation for his upcoming Light Heavyweight Championshup Tournament Third Round fight with Shane Gilchrist at CTC 49, as he looks to improve his wrestling in preperation for the bout.

- CTC fighter Carl Chenoweth has joined Evolution MMA on a temperary basis, with an option to move in as he prepares for his Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round bout against Fumiaki Hayashi, and looks to shore up his wrestling.

- CTC fighter Guillermo Morales has decided to join Animal House as he prepares for his Light Heavyweight Championship Third Round fight with Rainieri Fernanda. He is looking to shake up his training methods, but is not expected to stay long term.

- CTC fighter Houston George has decided to join War Dogs as he prepares for his Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round fight against Manuel Silva. He is looking to keep his training methods fresh, but is not expected to be with the team long term.

- CTC fighter Cong Dun has left the Tai Sheng Men Society after his loss to Teruaki Ogi. Dun will continue in the Featherweight tournament despite losing to Ogi, as Ogi was suspended for a year and a half for holding a submission on Dun after the referee called the fight. Dun was allowed to continue in the tournament in his opponents place, and will face Alvaro Negredo in the Third Round.

- CTC fighter Vivinho has been spotted training a Brazilian Estrela Academy as he prepares for his Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round fight against Vlad Kogan. He is looking to shake up his training methods and will likely not be with the team long term.

- The following fighters have been released following their elimination from the tournament: Quincy McGarry, Chan Siu-wei, Raul Peixoto, Ryan Fenniman, Jerry Pie, Klaus Greis, Gonzalo Ramos, So Yip, Roman Danielyan, Hugo Cruz, Ruben Ericsson, Zuenir Merquior, Pim Pim Gwon, Krzysztof Bujicki, and Rory Fagin.

- The services of Tyler Aidi have been retained per Canadian fighter rules.

- GAMMA have closed their Middleweight division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

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Predictions

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Confirmed Fights for CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round (Round of 64)

Philip Ziskie vs. Ward Maloprop

Alvaro Negredo vs. Cong Dun

Yoshiro Makamori vs. James Busfield

Francesco Marazzina vs. Ivan Bokhour

Sammy Gaffigan vs. Bobby Castillo

Pat Troy vs. Ikeda Kenkichio

Snorri Gunnarsson vs. Jan Ilic

Chan Wan Wah vs. Lucky Lyman

Li-Kong Ho vs. Freddy Lomax

Swithens Corcoran vs. Lamont Banner

David James Diggle vs. Ryota Sugimoto

Manish Khan vs. Reza Afshar

Kenji Akita vs. Brian Berkley

Shuler Eigenberg vs. Wallace Everett

Jefferson Mndawe vs. Foggy Lee

Rafael Tavares vs. Alejandro Laguera

Tomohiro Takeuchi vs. Ryan Landingham

Harvey Ripa vs. Stephen Conti

Easton Frye vs. Elijah Pyre

Azor Portela Nunes vs. Gu Ueda

Masahiro Maeno vs. Roger Bean

Yagi Jokichi vs. Nuno Valentino

Anthony Ray Shenkman vs. Yoshitora Ouchi

Colm Dee vs. Hans Christian Bloch

Lars Bohlin vs. Peter Porter

Josuke Hino vs. Benedikt Streit

Frank Romita vs. Ivano Ancic

Norberto vs. Kei Maki

Luiz Machado vs. Hyobe Kamioka

Gerrit Dudok vs. Taki Inouye

Jason Dalglish vs. Marcus Speed

Pedro Alves vs. Heiko Pander

 

 

Confirmed Fights for CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round (55 fighters, 46 fighters in First Round)

Lito Alcala vs. Stefan Champion

Mitchell Bryan vs. Dallin Friedland

Stiffy Little vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira

Supachai Thamsatchanan vs. Ade Travers

Po-Han Yue vs. John Hatter

Kiri Wiriyaudomsiri vs. Tossapol Puangchan

Brian Claremont vs. Masazou Nonaka

Blas Suarez vs. Ashihei Bando

Kawin Kayem vs. Bonzo Anstruther

Ronnarit Mamanee vs. Tsunahei Ogawa

Dominic Ash vs. Kameo Oya

Markus Waller vs. Maya Asgar

Shusui Ohmiya vs. Zabit Mansurov

Ryozo Ozawa vs. Takauji Aida

Ang Dong vs. Sinthaweechai Miprathang

Ollie Rockmetteller vs. Newton Reis

Sophan Sastrowardoya vs. Tito del Sol

Jez Worplesdon vs. Webster Fittleworth

Alongkorn Phuk-hom vs. Mako Day

Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai vs. Alessandro Adauto

D'Arcy Spode vs. Suporn Yooyen

Riveron Potter-Pirbright vs. Britt Dickering

Shoin Chiba vs. Chris Byng

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Friday, Week 4, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Beast of Birmingham" Rav Kapur (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -820) vs. Vittorio Pescatelli (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #120, Underdog: +650)

Rav Kapur is an enormously powerful kick boxer, who burst onto the scene with BCF with a string of devastating knock out wins and quickly became one of the most talked about Heavyweights in MMA. He destroyed the veteran Stafford Alois in the main event of BCF's first TV special to capture his first title, a win that got him huge publicity. He defended the title successfully once before heading overseas to GAMMA in 2000. His first defeat, to Gladstone Lopes in January 2001, has provided the first speed bump in his career. He bounced back however in his last fight, winning a Unanimous Decision over Fatuma Roy. Vittorio Pescatelli is a powerful wrestler, who is extremely tough to deal with once he has hold of his opponent. Generally his strength is too much to handle and he will soon have the takedown and be looking to land some of his nasty ground and pound.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ari "The Finnisher" Peltonen (28-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -430) vs. John "The Ripper" Rivero (12-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #121, Underdog: +340)

Ari Peltonen is one of the most successful and well-rounded Heavyweight competitors in the world. A tough veteran from Finland, who is a master of grinding down opponents, breaking their will, and eventually putting them away. Notoriously hard to finish, he was one of the first to use "Anti-Jiu-Jitsu" to keep himself out of trouble on the ground. He is one a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Murilo Satinho in ALPHA-1. John Rivero is one of Puerto Rico's few MMA exports, a big, explosively powerful fighter who uses his Sambo background to great effect. Debuting for GAMMA in 1996, he stormed all the way to a title shot at GAMMA 16 but was ultimately defeated by Spencer Rubenstein. That loss really seemed to break Rivero psychologically, as he went 0-4 over his next four fights and was cut from the roster. Notorious for his difficulty in making weight, Rivero has moved up to Heavyweight since leaving GAMMA.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Duke "Nukem" Aiona (15-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -640) vs. "The Durban Badger" Schalk Rhodes (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #112, Underdog: +510)

Duke Aiona is kick boxer from Hawaii, a strong competitor who is notorious for his big high kicks. Always in great shape, he is a difficult fighter to stop. A stalwart of the GAMMA Heavyweight division, by far the highest point of his career thus far was when he unsuccessfully challenged James Foster for the title at GAMMA 23, but for the most part he is simply a solid middle of the pack fighter. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Tim Boyer at GAMMA 46. Schalk Rhodes is a tenacious fighter who uses his boxing background to good effect. He is one of the few fighters who call South Africa home. His ring style is very intense, peppering opponents with a constant barrage of punches, and he rarely takes a step back.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Pitbull" Gary Sampson (18-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -460) vs. Giovanni de Matos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +360)

Gary Sampson is a veteran tough guy who has big powerful hands which he likes to throw with evil intentions. A Heavyweight for most of his career in 1999 he was a coach opposite Nobert Vinkus on the first season of Clash of the Titans, a reality show designed to launch GAMMA's Super Heavyweight Division. Sampson beat Vinkus when they faced off at the Finals, but lost to season winner Davey Rushton at GAMMA 37 in the subsequent title fight, and after losing two further fights, including his last fight, a Unanimous Decision loss to Irwin Middleton, he is dropping back down to Heavyweight for this tournament. Giovanni de Matos is a striker who is well known for his devastating leg kicks. He is a formidable opponent when it comes to stand-up battles. His ground game is fairly weak however, although he has enough skill to defend himself well.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight CHampionship Tournament First Round Bout: "Silent But Violent" Wilson Franklyn (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -620) vs. "The Stunner" Bunjiro Sammiya (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Underdog: +490)

Wilson Franklyn is a menacing former bouncer, and one of the most intimidating Heavyweights around. Strong and very tough, most of his offence revolves around loading up and letting his hands fly although he does have a very underrated clinch game as well. After going 9-1 on the local scene, GAMMA brought him in to take part in the Clash of the Titans reality show. He made it to the final, only to lose out to Sam Hoynes. Bunjiro Sammiya is a big Japanese fighter who is looking to make an impression on the Heavyweight rankings. A wrestler in college, he uses his skill at controlling opponents as the basis of his MMA game.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Great Bear" Aleksander Ivanov (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -1200) vs. Daigo Kitaguchi (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +950)

Aleksander Ivanov is one of the top Heavyweights in Europe, and has superb grappling skills due to his Sambo background and is also dangerous at stand-up due to his natural power. A two-time SIGMA Heavyweight champion, he was the cornerstone of that division. His last fight was a second round knock out victory over Mugur Boc to win the SIGMA Heavyweight title. Daigo Kitaguchi is a low level Japanese fighter who primarily appears on regional shows. He is a wrestler by trade and doesn't really have a lot else to offer other than his grappling skills. His striking is poor and his chin weak, a recipe for disaster in a Heavyweight division populated by monsters and killers.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Crusher" Mugur Boc (10-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -540) vs. "Boom Boom" Guy Broom (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #88, Underdog: +430)

Mugur Boc is Moldova's top MMA star, a tall and powerfully built Heavyweight. A great grappler, he is extraordinarily hard to take down despite his high center of gravity and seems to find it no difficulty at all to take down others at will. His submissions, especially his trademark leg locks, are deadly. Boc is best known for his time with SIGMA, where he is perenially one of their top ranked Heavyweights. He is coming off a second round knock out loss to Aleksander Ivanov in a SIGMA Heavyweight title bout. Guy Broom is a wrestler who uses his size as a weapon. He got the nickname "Boom Boom" because of the way he rains down bombs once he's on top, his preferred way of finishing fights. He probably lacks the striking ability to be a truly spectacular Heavyweight, but he'll certainly pose problems for many other fighters.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Toshiya Furube (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -400) vs. "Big" Bernard Alfredson (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +310)

Toshiya Furube is a monster Heavyweight from Japan, and a former Sumo competitor. His size alone makes him a difficult fighter to deal with, but his lacks of basic striking or submission defence means that he is always vulnerable to getting beaten. "Big" Bernard Alfredson is a massive human being who loves to bully opponents with his frightening physical strength. He's very one-dimensional and has absolutely no plan B to fall back on, but that doesn't make him any less scary to stand across the cage from.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Chief" Fatuma Roy (23-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -1200) vs. Aljur Paras (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #113, Underdog: +950)

Fatuma Roy is a big tough Samoan, who was a fine wrestler in college but when it comes to MMA he seems to prefer standing and trading strikes. His natural power and ability to take a punch make up for his lack of technique. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Rav Kapur at GAMMA 47. Aljur Paras is a decent Muay Thai fighter from the Philippines who loves to stand and bang it out with opponents. Always in fantastic physical condition, he has the strength and cardio to outpower and outlast whoever is unfortunate enough to be across the cage from him.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Tyke "No Nonsense" Milligan (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Favorite: -160) vs. Fletcher "The Drummer" Merman (13-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Underdog: +120)

Tyke Milligan is a hard-nosed wrestler who is an expert at turning fights into wars of attrition, pinning his opponents to the cage wall and dirty boxing them. It's not pretty, but it's hard to stop. The big man racked up a 7-0 record on the local scene while still only training part time, and that attracted BCF's attention. They signed him in 2001, allowing him to quit his job as a fireman and turn fully professional. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Linton Renn in his BCF debut. Fletcher Merman is a decent hard-hitting fighter, who can wrestle or strike. He may not be the best competitor in MMA, but he is a Heavyweight who can not be underestimated.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Stanislaw "Big Daddy" Lipnicki (16-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Master of Disaster" Bronson Berle (5-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Underdog: +700)

Stanislaw Lipnicki is a true Heavyweight, who likes to use the combination of his smothering wrestling and physical bulk to control opponents on the ground or against the ropes, getting most of his victories via the judges scorecards. He has been a SIGMA regular since 1998 but has never really managed to string together enough wins in a row to really make a case for being a major player. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Alexandre Montador in SIGMA. Bronson Berle is a Heavyweight wrestler from Boston. Known as one of the most boring fighters around, he seems to enjoy spoiling everyones night via his dull smothering tactics. Fortunately he is so poor at striking that most opponents can finish him relatively quickly and so avoid putting the audience to sleep.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Eien "Sumo" Kawano (6-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -670) vs. "The BFG" Henry Hooper (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #100, Underdog: +530)

Eien Kawano is a popular Sumo competitor in Japan, a good wrestler who is able to use his natural bulk and balance to control opponents. Very hard to take down, he'd be a huge force if only he didn't have such poor stand-up. He has been a regular with ALPHA-1's Heavyweight division for many years, although he has never even been close to cracking the top ten. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kozue Amori in ALPHA-1. Henry Hooper, affectionately known as "The BFG", is a grappler from the north of England. A jovial person outside the cage, once inside it he's a true competitor and gives everything in pursuit of victory.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Hands of Stone" Oscar Gomez (13-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +270) vs. Bast Moulke (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -340)

Oscar Gomez is a power puncher, who is a problem as long as he is on his feet and able to let his hands fly, but is sorely lacking in the rest of his MMA game and therefore vulnerable to more well rounded opponents. Bast Moulke is a powerful wrestler from Germany. Known for his excellent takedowns and oppressive top control, if he can develope his striking game to make use of his natural power then he will be a very good fighter indeed.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kirk Purchase (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Underdog: +180) vs. Nimrod "The Tall Guy" Wickhammersley (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Favorite: -230)

Kirk Purchase is a Muay Thai specialist known for his knee strikes. Having gotten a perfect 7-0 record on the local scene, Purchase was hired by GAMMA to be part of the second season of Clash of the Titans. He was eliminated in the first round when Wilson Franklyn knocked him out cold. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Harv Dennis in GAMMA. Nimrod Wickhammersley is a 6'6" Heavyweight from England who turned pro in 1999. His long reach makes him dangerous in a striking battle, but in truth he lacks the power in his hands or feet that would make him a truly dangerous opponent. A solid pro, he has made great strides in improving his grappling and ground game since his debut.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Constantin Burlacu (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Favorite: -370) vs. Scotty Arnsson (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +290)

Constantin Burlacu is a Romanian kick boxer, who is noted for his fast hands and powerful leg kicks. A standout on the European circuit, where his first five fights brought him five victories by TKO, BCF signed him to be part of their Heavyweight division in 2001. Unfortunately for him, his debut was a poor one as he lost by third round submission to Michael Bannon. Scotty Arnsson is a big Heavyweight, who likes to get in close so that he can use his massive size to control opponents and wear them down. Once he has a hold of you, he is difficult to shift.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Horrible" Harv Dennis (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Favorite: -440) vs. Jesse "The Spartan" Singh (18-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #104, +350)

Harv Dennis is relatively short but extremely solidly built, who is very hard to take off his feet due to his body weight and type. A hard puncher, he isn't the most technically skilled fighter in the world but his raw power makes him a feared opponent. A cast member on the second season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans, he went out in the quarter-finals to Wilson Franklyn. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kirk Purchase in GAMMA. Jesse Singh is a fairly average Heavyweight from London, who is a decent striker with a good chin, but ultimately is too one-dimensional and plodding to trouble the bigger names at the weight class.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sly "Bully Boy" Twinge (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -610) vs. "The Emperor" Otto Renner (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +480)

Sly Twinge is a dangerous Heavyweight from Denver, who is widely regarded as one of the physically strongest men in MMA and he uses that power to bully his opponents around. A capable striker who has the ability to end fights with one punch, his big weakness is his poor ground game. Otto Renner is a short, powerful Heavyweight fighter. He is a wrestler whose usual gameplan is to get his opponent off their feet and onto their back, then alternate between suffocating top control and raining down ground and pound. He could do with a lot of work on his stand-up, but that doesn't appear to be a major concern of his as it really hasn't improved at all since his debut several years ago.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Michael Petkovic (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Underdog: +270) vs. Lee "War Eagle" Chavis (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Favorite: -340)

Michael Petkovic is a Bosnian-American 6'9" kick boxer whose enormous reach gives him a major advantage over most opponents. After impressing in his first few fights on the local scene, Petkovic was signed by GAMMA to be part of the second season of Clash of the Titans. He made it to the quarter-finals before being outpointed by Joey Baddell. Lee Chavis is a well-rounded fighter from Scottsdale, Arizona. Primarily a good wrestler with some decent submission skills, what makes him truly dangerous is the fact that he also has heavy hands, meaning that opponents are in danger wherever the fight ends up.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sahan Ozbek (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Underdog: -110) vs. Kieran "The Dragon" Morgan (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Favorite: -140)

Sahan Ozbek is a big, powerful Heavyweight from Turkey, who is primarily a wrestler who is able to take people down and smother them with his bulk. He cannot be taken lightly in stand-up battles either though, as he has a fair bit of power in his hands and has knocked out people in the past. He joined SIGMA in 2001 as part of the rebuilding of their Heavyweight division. He is coming off a Unanaimous Decision victory over Murray Darby in SIGMA. Kieran Morgan is a Welsh fighter, who is a catch wrestler who fights at Heavyweight. Adept at using his strength to impose his will on opponents, and possessing a pair of heavy hands that can do serious damage, his big weakness is that he has very little technique when it comes to striking and so can be picked apart on the feet.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Jozef "Pole Axe" Jankowski (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -270) vs. Mathieu Aumont (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +210)

Jozef Jankowski is a Heavyweight kick boxer, who hits very hard and very often and can be simply devastating if given the opportunity to open up on an opponent. The rest of his MMA game does not yet match up with his striking, but he has time to improve. After a perfect 6-0 record on the local European circuit, the Pole Axe joined SIGMA in March 2001. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Zhenya Golob in SIGMA. Mathieu Aumont is one of France's big hopes for a Heavyweight star. A former Judo player who boasts excellent takedowns, some nifty submissions, and heavy hands. If handled correctly, and if he can avoid injury, Aumont could be a real star of the future.

 

Weigh-In Results

Rav Kapur (265 lbs) vs. Vittorio Pescatelli (252 lbs)

Ari Peltonen (236 lbs) vs. John Rivero (236 lbs)

Duke Aiona (238 lbs) vs. Schalk Rhodes (239 lbs)

Gary Sampson (265 lbs) vs. Giovanni de Matos (238 lbs)

Wilson Franklyn (250 lbs) vs. Bunjiro Sammiya (238 lbs)

Aleksander Ivanov (252 lbs) vs. Daigo Kitaguchi (242 lbs)

Mugur Boc (265 lbs) vs. Guy Broom (265 lbs)

Toshiya Furube (265 lbs) vs. Bernard Alfredson (247 lbs)

Fatuma Roy (236 lbs) vs. Aljur Paras (252 lbs)

Tyke Mulligan (250 lbs) vs. Fletcher Merman (248 lbs)

Stanislaw Lipnicki (252 lbs) vs. Bronson Berle (241 lbs)

Eien Kawano (251 lbs) vs. Henry Hooper (265 lbs)

Oscar Gomez (244 lbs) vs. Bast Moulke (252 lbs)

Kirk Purchase (248 lbs) vs. Nimrod Wickhammersley (242 lbs)

Constantin Burlacu (253 lbs) vs. Scotty Arnsson (246 lbs)

Harv Dennis (249 lbs) vs. Jesse Singh (237 lbs)

Sly Twinge (252 lbs) vs. Otto Renner (241 lbs)

Michael Petkovic (251 lbs) vs. Lee Chavis (244 lbs)

Sahan Ozbek (265 lbs) vs. Kieran Morgan (243 lbs)

Jozef Jankowski (249 lbs) vs. Mathieu Aumont (254 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 33 Full Fight Card

HW: Rav Kapur vs. Vittorio Pescatelli

HW: Ari Peltonen vs. John Rivero

HW: Duke Aiona vs. Schalk Rhodes

HW: Gary Sampson vs. Giovanni de Matos

HW: Wilson Franklyn vs. Bunjiro Sammiya

HW: Aleksander Ivanov vs. Daigo Kitaguchi

HW: Mugur Boc vs. Guy Broom

HW: Toshiya Furube vs. Bernard Alfredson

HW: Fatuma Roy vs. Aljur Paras

HW: Tyke Milligan vs. Fletcher Merman

 

HW: Stanislaw Lipnicki vs. Bronson Berle

HW: Eien Kawano vs. Henry Hooper

HW: Oscar Gomez vs. Bast Moulke

HW: Kirk Purchase vs. Nimrod Wickhammersley

HW: Constantin Burlacu vs. Scotty Arnsson

HW: Harv Dennis vs. Jesse Singh

HW: Sly Twinge vs. Otto Renner

HW: Michael Petkovic vs. Lee Chavis

HW: Sahan Ozbek vs. Kieran Morgan

HW: Jozef Jankowski vs. Mathieu Aumont

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Friday, Week 4, June 2002

Live From Ottawa, Ontario

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jozef "Pole Ax" Jankowski (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Favorite: -270) vs. Mathieu Aumont (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +210)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski takes on Mathieu Aumont.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Jankowski steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Aumont with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Jankowski comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Jankowski throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Aumont looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Jankowski uses a right jab, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Jankowski hits a right hand, but Aumont evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Jankowski hits a right jab and then catches Aumont with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Jankowski lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Aumont isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Jankowski throws a punch but Aumont avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Seizing the opportunity, Aumont clinches.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Aumont is trying to muscle Jankowski up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Jankowski ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Aumont looks to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) He sweeps the leg and turns his hip, tossing Jankowski to the mat with a beautiful hip throw!

(Rd 1 - 02:44) The takedown allows Aumont to take the back of Jankowski.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Aumont attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Jankowski stops Aumont from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Aumont blocks Jankowski as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Aumont tries to get his hooks in, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Jankowski tries to turn over and sweep Aumont but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Jankowski is in increasing trouble, as Aumont gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Aumont, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Aumont gets the rear naked choke fully applied, but the round comes to an end before he can get the tap out!

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Aumont took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Jankowski looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Aumont looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Jankowski simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Jankowski.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Aumont was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Jankowski hops on one foot, trying to balance. Aumont tries for a takedown attempt.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Jankowski refuses to be taken down and manages to eventually pull his leg free. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Jankowski is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Aumont with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Jankowski connects with a jab, but Aumont avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Stepping in, Jankowski throws four quick punches, four of which land, and then catches Aumont with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Jankowski confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Aumont had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Jankowski hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Aumont, backing off, hits a weak right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Jankowski lands a right hand and then lands a left hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) A jab hits home from Jankowski and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Aumont.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Jankowski connects with a nice jab and then hits Aumont with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Jankowski moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Aumont may have been aiming to get in close, but Jankowski aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Jankowski uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Jankowski is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) A tentative jab from Aumont lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Jankowski moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) A jab hits home from Jankowski and then he scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Aumont had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left head kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Jankowski is breathing very hard.

(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 Jankowski, 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) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Aumont comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Aumont can't get past the sprawl of Jankowski and has to give up on the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Jankowski can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Jankowski closes in on Aumont, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Jankowski throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Jankowski hits a right jab and then hits Aumont with a straight left.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Jankowski lands a jab and then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Jankowski lands a right hand and then hits Aumont with a straight left.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Jankowski seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Jankowski confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Jankowski connects with a jab, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Moving around, Aumont is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Jankowski can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Aumont looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) Jankowski steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) A jab hits home from Jankowski and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Aumont.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Jankowski can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Jankowski moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) A jab is wide from Jankowski, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:44) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:44) Jankowski slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Jankowski lands a right jab, but Aumont evades a big left punch.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) Jankowski looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Aumont shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Aumont gets hold of a leg but Jankowski remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) With Jankowski not going down, Aumont settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(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 Jankowski.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Jankowski up 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Aumont.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Aumont misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Aumont hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Jankowski hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Looking very tired, Jankowski clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Aumont is trying to muscle Jankowski up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Aumont does it, Jankowski is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Jankowski takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) Jankowski takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Aumont catches Jankowski with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Jankowski is trapped against the cage and Aumont hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) Aumont catches Jankowski with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 03:03) Jankowski takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 4 - 02:55) Aumont drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Aumont drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Jankowski takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Jankowski gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Jankowski takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) Aumont is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Aumont misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Jankowski attacks with a quick right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Aumont misses with a big right hand, allowing Jankowski to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) A few deep breaths betray that Aumont is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Jankowski comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Jankowski connects with a nice jab and then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Jankowski comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Aumont with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Aumont chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Jankowski down.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Jankowski almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Aumont has hold of one leg.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) With Jankowski not going down, Aumont settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Aumont looks to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Aumont uses a nice inside leg trip and Jankowski is forced to pull half guard!

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Aumont pounds away on Jankowski, landing several good shots in the process.

(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 Aumont, but only a 10-9.

(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 - 04:47) Jankowski lands a jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Aumont.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) A great sprawl from Jankowski prevents the takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Aumont looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Jankowski slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Jankowski confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Jankowski connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 5 - 03:01) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:01) Jankowski dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Aumont lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) A jab lands from Jankowski, but Aumont avoids a big left.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Aumont misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Jankowski connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) A tired-looking Aumont shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Jankowski almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Aumont holds the other.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Aumont can't get Jankowski down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) Aumont attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Jankowski to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) An outside leg trip sweeps Jankowski down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 5 - 00:48) Aumont pounds away, but Jankowski isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Aumont pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Aumont pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw scores the contest as 48-47 to Aumont.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe has scored it 49-46 Jankowski.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III scores the contest as 48-47 to Jankowski.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski defeats Mathieu Aumont (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jozef Jankowski thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Jozef Jankowski celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sahan Ozbek (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Ankara, Turkey, Underdog: -110) vs. Kieran "The Dragon" Morgan (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Favorite: -140)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Sahan Ozbek taking on Kieran 'The Dragon' Morgan.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Morgan must be giving up at least 25lbs to his opponent.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Ozbek forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Morgan fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Ozbek throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Morgan misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. Ozbek scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Morgan hits a left cross. Ozbek hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Ozbek.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Ozbek is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Morgan misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Ozbek tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Morgan misses with a left jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Ozbek misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Morgan has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) With Ozbek bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) The fight recommences!

(Rd 1 - 01:22) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Morgan is off target with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Ozbek has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Ozbek slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Morgan 10-9.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Ozbek comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Morgan lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Ozbek lands a jab and then he hits Morgan with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Ozbek hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Morgan lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Ozbek is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) For the first time, Morgan is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Ozbek counters a right hand with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Ozbek hits a left cross. Morgan misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Ozbek can't keep control of Morgan in the grapple, and is soon being pushed around.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Morgan looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Morgan gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Morgan tries to lock Ozbek in an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Ozbek defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Morgan blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Morgan tries to lock Ozbek into a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Ozbek stops Morgan from applying it.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Ozbek doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Morgan doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Morgan blocks Ozbek as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Morgan begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Morgan takes the back instead, Ozbek rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Morgan tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Ozbek fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Ozbek tries a roll, but doesn't budge Morgan.

(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 Morgan.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Morgan 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 - 04:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Morgan is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Ozbek lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Morgan tries to take Ozbek down.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) He has the takedown! Ozbek pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:15) Morgan looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 3 - 04:15) Ozbek can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Morgan attempts to arm triangle Ozbek from side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Ozbek blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Ozbek tries to pull guard on Morgan but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Morgan attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Morgan shows his ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Morgan fires away with punches, and Ozbek is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Morgan fires away with punches, but Ozbek deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Morgan pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Ozbek turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Morgan looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Morgan attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Morgan gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Ozbek has to tap out!

(Rd 3 - 01:12) The winner, by submission, is Kieran 'The Dragon' Morgan!

 

 

Official Result: Kieran 'The Dragon' Morgan defeats Sahan Ozbek (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:48 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Michael Petkovic (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Baltimore, Maryland, Underdog: +270) vs. Lee "War Eagle" Chavis (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Scottsdale, Arizona, Favorite: -340)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Michael Petkovic taking on Lee 'War Eagle' Chavis.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters face off, Petkovic towering over Chavis.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Petkovic doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Chavis hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Petkovic uses a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Chavis misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Petkovic comes in with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Petkovic attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Chavis hits two right hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Petkovic feints one way, throwing Chavis off balance, then steps to the other side.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Petkovic lands a jab and then he catches Chavis with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Chavis misses a jab and also has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Petkovic has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Chavis misses with a big left hand, allowing Petkovic to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Petkovic connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Chavis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Chavis is off-target with a jab but hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Petkovic hits a jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Petkovic appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Petkovic comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Chavis hits two right hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Chavis buys a feint and is left open.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Petkovic connects with a nice jab and then he hits Chavis with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Petkovic counters a left hand with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Chavis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Petkovic hits a couple of jabs and also lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Petkovic got poked in the eye on that last shot and the fight temporarily halts.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) He is given time to recover.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) The fight begins again in the center of the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Chavis hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Petkovic scores with a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Petkovic.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Referee William Yeats signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Petkovic scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Chavis misses a jab but hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Chavis misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Petkovic attacks with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Petkovic is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Petkovic hits a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Chavis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Petkovic scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Chavis is off-target with a jab but lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Petkovic comes forward, walking down Chavis.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Petkovic looks to pressure Chavis, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) A jab lands from Petkovic but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Petkovic misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Chavis comes in with a quick right jab and a nice left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Chavis is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Petkovic slips past a left hook and counters with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Chavis hits a jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves. Petkovic hits a jab and also lands a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Petkovic scores with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Chavis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Petkovic.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Chavis misses with a right jab and also doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Petkovic misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Petkovic scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Chavis misses a jab but lands a powerful left hook!

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Petkovic hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Chavis starts pounding away on Petkovic, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Chavis fires off some lefts, but Petkovic isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Chavis fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Chavis throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Chavis pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Petkovic tries to sweep Chavis but can't do it.

(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 Chavis.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Chavis.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Petkovic.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:53) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Chavis scores with a jab but misses a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Petkovic hits a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Petkovic 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 - 04:06) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Petkovic uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Chavis uses a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Breathing very hard, Petkovic is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Chavis is looking to muscle Petkovic back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Chavis manages it and controls Petkovic up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Petkovic takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Chavis catches Petkovic with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Petkovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) Petkovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Chavis smothers Petkovic against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Chavis uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Chavis keeps Petkovic up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 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 3 - 01:47) Chavis is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Petkovic hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Chavis connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Breathing very hard, Chavis is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Petkovic slips past a left hook and counters with a jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Chavis is limping noticeably.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Petkovic counters a left hand with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Petkovic misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Chavis lands a right jab and also connects cleanly with a left hand.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Chavis, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Petkovic 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) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Petkovic is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Chavis hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:10) From the looks of things, I don't think Petkovic has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 03:10) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:10) Chavis is trying to push Petkovic so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:10) Petkovic ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) Chavis hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Petkovic takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Chavis catches Petkovic with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Chavis drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Chavis looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Chavis stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) Chavis smothers Petkovic against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Chavis catches Petkovic with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 01:36) Chavis smothers Petkovic against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Chavis catches Petkovic with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) Petkovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) 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 - 00:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Chavis scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Petkovic finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 00:43) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 00:43) Using his wrestling skills, Chavis is trying to push Petkovic up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:43) He does so and now has Petkovic pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Chavis goes for a knee to the thigh but Petkovic pulls the clinch tighter to block it.

(Rd 4 - 00:07) Chavis goes for a knee to the thigh but Petkovic pulls the clinch tighter to block it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

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

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The red marks on the body of Petkovic show clearly how many blows to the ribs he has taken tonight.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Petkovic lands a left jab, but Chavis evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Chavis is able to grab Petkovic.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Chavis is trying to muscle Petkovic up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Petkovic ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Chavis looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Chavis catches Petkovic with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) It isn't pretty, but the dog-tired Chavis has Petkovic stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Nothing at all happens for the next minute, they simply clinch up and try to recover a little. Both fighters look exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Chavis looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Petkovic cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) Chavis smothers Petkovic with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Chavis pounds away, but Petkovic isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:55) Chavis blocks Petkovic as he tries a sweep from the guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Petkovic looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Chavis fires off some lefts, but Petkovic isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) Petkovic gets the double underhooks in and pulls Chavis close, controlling him well.

(Rd 5 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:56) Chavis unloads with some left hands, but Petkovic deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 5 - 00:39) Petkovic tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:39) An elevator sweep succeeds in unbalancing Chavis and results in the fighters scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Petkovic is left turtled up, facing Chavis.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Chavis prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Petkovic who is able to spring back up.

(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 Chavis, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe scores the contest as 48-47 to Petkovic.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has scored it 50-45 Chavis.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers: 50-45 Chavis.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Lee 'War Eagle' Chavis the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Lee 'War Eagle' Chavis defeats Michael Petkovic (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sly "Bully Boy" Twinge (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Favorite: -610) vs. "The Emperor" Otto Renner (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Vienna, Austria, Underdog: +480)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Sly 'Bully Boy' Twinge vs. 'The Emperor' Otto Renner.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Twinge looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Twinge is trying to push Renner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Twinge does it, Renner is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Renner takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Twinge is wearing Renner down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Unable to get free, Renner is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Twinge throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) With a clear opportunity, Renner is able to move in fast and clinch with Twinge.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Renner looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Renner doesn't get the takedown, Twinge instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Twinge is trying to push Renner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Twinge doesn't manage it though, Renner defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Renner tries to take Twinge down.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) The takedown is successful, Twinge pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Looking to catch his breath, Renner is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Twinge tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Renner pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Twinge tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to 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) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Renner, 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Renner 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 - 04:54) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Twinge works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Twinge tries to wrestle Renner backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Renner ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Showing his ability to control opponents, Twinge simply smothers Renner against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) An ugly but effective tactic, Twinge is pressing Renner up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Twinge throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) Seizing the opportunity, Renner clinches.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Using his wrestling skills, Renner is trying to push Twinge up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Renner achieves it, pinning Twinge to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Renner looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Twinge works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Twinge is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Renner is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Twinge aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Twinge uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Renner as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Twinge is looking to muscle Renner back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Renner ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Twinge pins Renner up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Twinge tries dirty boxing, but Renner out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a yawner of a round, and I think both fighters are now a bit frustrated.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Twinge 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) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Twinge uses a left jab, but Renner evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Twinge lands a left hand and then catches Renner with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Twinge closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Renner appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Twinge took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) A jab is wide from Twinge, but then he hits Renner with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) Twinge fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Twinge moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) It looked like we were about to see Renner try and get some grappling started, but Twinge was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Twinge fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Renner may have a cracked jaw from that shot, he looks in some pain.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) A few deep breaths betray that Twinge is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Twinge seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Using his wrestling skills, Twinge is trying to push Renner up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Twinge achieves it, pinning Renner to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Twinge stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Twinge tries to smother Renner against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Twinge against the cage instead.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Renner tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Twinge reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Renner eats a short right uppercut that rocks him.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Breathing very hard, Twinge is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Twinge tries to smother Renner against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Twinge against the cage instead.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Renner tries to smother Twinge against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Renner against the cage instead.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) A few deep breaths betray that Renner is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) Twinge looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Renner defends himself from an attempted knee.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Twinge is trying to push Renner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Renner ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) A tired-looking Twinge manages to push Renner back and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Twinge 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 - 04:53) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Renner aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 04:43) Renner looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:43) The takedown is successful, Twinge pulls half guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Renner throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Twinge tries to get full guard on Renner but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Renner throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Renner starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) He passes guard with ease, moving straight into the mount.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Renner is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Renner pounds away and Twinge struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Renner pounds away and Twinge eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Renner fires off some rights, but Twinge isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) Twinge tries to sweep Renner out of mount but can't do it.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Renner fires away and Twinge is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Renner fires off some rights, but Twinge isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Renner blocks Twinge as he tries a sweep.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Renner pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Renner blocks Twinge as he tries a sweep.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Twinge looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Renner tries to pound on Twinge, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 00:06) Twinge tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Renner.

(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 Renner.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round remaining, I think they're dead even.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Renner steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Twinge appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Renner took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Renner throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Renner seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Renner misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Twinge comes in with a clean right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Renner connects with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Twinge scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Renner has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Twinge tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Renner misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) Renner misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Twinge to attack with a vicious right cross!

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Renner hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Twinge moves in quickly, kneeling beside Renner and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Twinge fires away and Renner is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Twinge pounds away on Renner, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Twinge looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Twinge unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Renner.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Twinge pounds away with rights, but Renner covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Twinge blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Twinge pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Twinge blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) Twinge unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) Twinge blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) Twinge pounds away, but Renner calmly deals with them.

(Rd 5 - 00:35) Renner tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Renner looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Twinge pounds away, but Renner calmly deals with them.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Renner tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(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 Twinge.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 48-46 (Benjamin Milligan III), 49-45 (Christina Shaw) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Sly 'Bully Boy' Twinge is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Sly 'Bully Boy' Twinge defeats 'The Emperor' Otto Renner (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sly Twinge 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Horrible" Harv Dennis (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Favorite: -440) vs. Jesse "The Spartan" Singh (18-6, 0-0 CTC, From: North London, England, Underdog: +350)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Horrible' Harv Dennis battling Jesse 'The Spartan' Singh.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Singh comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Dennis fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Singh hits a left jab and then he catches Dennis with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Singh moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Dennis into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Dennis hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Singh lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Dennis hits a left cross. Singh hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Singh connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Dennis lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Singh misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Dennis hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Blood is visible on Singh, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of 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 - 00:24) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Singh dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Dennis hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. Singh scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Singh 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Singh 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 goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Singh.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Dennis lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Singh hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Dennis hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Singh hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Dennis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Singh hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Dennis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Dennis slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Singh lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Dennis connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Dennis is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Singh is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Dennis hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Singh finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Dennis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Singh lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Dennis uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Singh uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Dennis slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Dennis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Singh comes in with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) Dennis misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Singh came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Singh ahead 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 engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Singh lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Dennis hits a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Singh doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Dennis uses a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) A few deep breaths betray that Dennis is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Dennis misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Singh finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 03:45) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Singh is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Dennis misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Singh to attack with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Dennis lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Singh uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) Breathing very hard, Dennis is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Singh counters a right hand with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) Singh looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Dennis has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Singh can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Dennis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Dennis is trying to push Singh so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) He does so and now has Singh pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Singh takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Dennis scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Singh.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Dennis hits Singh, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(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 Dennis.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Singh up 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Singh.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Dennis misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Singh to attack with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Dennis looks very, very tired.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Singh counters a right hand with a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Dennis is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. Singh lands a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Singh uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Dennis lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

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

(Rd 4 - 03:03) Dennis misses with a big right hand, allowing Singh to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Singh seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Singh slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Dennis misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Singh hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Dennis uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Singh.

(Rd 4 - 01:05) Dennis uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Singh.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Dennis looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Dennis is looking to muscle Singh back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Singh ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Dennis uses dirty boxing to punish Singh while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Singh takes a knee strike just above the hip.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Dennis took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(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) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Dennis misses with a big right hand, allowing Singh to counter with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) Dennis is trying to push Singh so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) He does so and now has Singh pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Singh is trapped against the cage and Dennis hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Singh looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Dennis uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Dennis hits Singh, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Referee William Yeats decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Dennis connects with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Singh finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Dennis hits Singh with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Singh gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Dennis uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Using his wrestling skills, Dennis is trying to push Singh up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Singh ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) Singh is trapped against the cage and Dennis punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Singh takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(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 Dennis.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 48-47 (Stewart Morecambe), 48-47 (Benjamin Milligan III) and 50-45 (Christina Shaw).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Horrible' Harv Dennis!

 

 

Official Result: 'Horrible' Harv Dennis defeats Jesse 'The Spartan' Singh (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Harv Dennis thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Harv Dennis celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

VS.

 

 

Constantin Burlacu (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Romania, Favorite: -370) vs. Scotty Arnsson (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +290)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Constantin Burlacu takes on Scotty Arnsson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) A jab hits home from Burlacu and then he hits Arnsson with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Burlacu hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Burlacu moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Burlacu hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) A jab lands from Burlacu, but Arnsson dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Burlacu throws a punch but Arnsson was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Seizing the opportunity, Arnsson clinches.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) From the grapple, Arnsson tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Burlacu is alert and smothers them quickly.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Using his wrestling skills, Arnsson is trying to push Burlacu up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Arnsson achieves it, pinning Burlacu to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Arnsson hits Burlacu, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Burlacu, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Arnsson is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Arnsson presses Burlacu into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(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 Arnsson.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Burlacu can't connect with a jab, but then hits Arnsson with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Arnsson with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Burlacu lands a left hand and then hits Arnsson with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Burlacu is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Arnsson looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) A jab is wide from Burlacu, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Blood is visible on Arnsson, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Burlacu motions for Arnsson to come on and fight.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Arnsson had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Burlacu hits a left hand, but Arnsson dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Burlacu glares at his opponent.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Burlacu connects with a nice jab and then catches Arnsson with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Burlacu is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Burlacu lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Burlacu throws a punch but Arnsson avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Arnsson moves in fast and clinches with Burlacu.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Arnsson tries to wrestle Burlacu backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Arnsson manages it and controls Burlacu up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Burlacu doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Burlacu is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) 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 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Arnsson is keeping Burlacu pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Arnsson came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Arnsson up 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Arnsson in between rounds.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Burlacu lands a left jab, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Arnsson moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Arnsson with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Arnsson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Burlacu lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) A jab is wide from Burlacu, but then he catches Arnsson with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Arnsson, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Burlacu stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Burlacu seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Arnsson wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Arnsson with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Arnsson is able to grab Burlacu.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Arnsson is trying to muscle Burlacu up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Arnsson does it, Burlacu is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Arnsson shows great control, keeping Burlacu pressed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Arnsson is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) 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 - 00:16) It looked like we were about to see Arnsson try and get some grappling started, but Burlacu was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Burlacu.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Burlacu is too slow with his final kick and that allows Arnsson to catch it!

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Seizing his chance, Arnsson attempts a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Doing superbly, Burlacu prevents the takedown and manages to yank his leg free entirely.

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

(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) I have to give that round to Arnsson, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Burlacu 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 - 04:49) Burlacu lands a left jab, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Burlacu looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Arnsson gets hold of Burlacu without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Arnsson uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Burlacu.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Arnsson is looking to muscle Burlacu back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Arnsson manages it and controls Burlacu up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:41) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Although deep into his gas tank by now, Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) They spend the next minute or so throwing occasional short-range punches to the body, but in truth they both look pretty tired and there is little venom in the strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) 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 4 - 01:54) A jab hits home from Burlacu and then he hits Arnsson with a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Arnsson clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Burlacu connects with a nice jab and then catches Arnsson with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Burlacu comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Two defensive jabs hit from Arnsson, but neither had any power.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Burlacu lands a jab and then hits Arnsson with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Burlacu looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Arnsson uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Burlacu can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Burlacu hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Burlacu confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Arnsson appeared to be going for a takedown, but Burlacu took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Burlacu can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Burlacu, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Burlacu 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 - 04:54) A tired Arnsson moves forward, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Arnsson can't get past the sprawl of Burlacu and has to give up on the takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) From the looks of things, I don't think Arnsson has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) Arnsson hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) Burlacu connects with a nice jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Arnsson.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Arnsson lands a one-two. Burlacu hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Arnsson is trying to push Burlacu so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Burlacu ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Burlacu gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Burlacu gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:53) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Burlacu uses his wrestling skills to prevent Arnsson from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Burlacu is trapped against the cage and Arnsson hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) 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 - 01:48) Burlacu hits a left hand, but Arnsson avoids a big right.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Arnsson rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Burlacu hits a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Arnsson hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Using his wrestling skills, Arnsson is trying to push Burlacu up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Arnsson achieves it, pinning Burlacu to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Arnsson looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Arnsson scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Burlacu looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Burlacu takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 00:35) Burlacu is trapped against the cage and Arnsson punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Burlacu is trapped against the cage and Arnsson punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(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 Arnsson.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 48-47 (Ian Rivers) and 49-46 (Stewart Morecambe).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Scotty Arnsson!

 

 

Official Result: Scotty Arnsson defeats Constantin Burlacu (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Scotty Arnsson 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kirk Purchase (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +180) vs. Nimrod "The Tall Guy" Wickhammersley (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bolton, England, Favorite: -230)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Kirk Purchase faces Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Wickhammersley lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Purchase connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Wickhammersley scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Purchase hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a pair of jabs that are followed by a head kick attempt that narrowly misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Wickhammersley scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Purchase hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Wickhammersley attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Purchase throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) A one-two from Wickhammersley fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Wickhammersley steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Purchase lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Wickhammersley fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Purchase counters a right hand with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Wickhammersley steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Purchase hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Wickhammersley doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:51) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Wickhammersley counters a right hand with two jabs that are followed by a leg kick that misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

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

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Wickhammersley comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Purchase fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Wickhammersley doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Wickhammersley steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Purchase lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Wickhammersley lands a left jab but Purchase dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Wickhammersley comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Purchase lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Wickhammersley misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Purchase is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Wickhammersley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Taking a few gulps of breath, Purchase is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Purchase hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Wickhammersley finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Purchase hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Wickhammersley misses with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Wickhammersley slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a head kick that is off-target.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(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 Wickhammersley.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Wickhammersley.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Wickhammersley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Purchase is off-target with a jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Looking very tired, Wickhammersley clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) With control of the clinch, Wickhammersley tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) It's unsuccessful, Purchase maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Wickhammersley tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Wickhammersley doesn't get the trip, Purchase instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Breathing very hard, Wickhammersley is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Purchase attempts to wrestle Wickhammersley to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Purchase doesn't get the takedown, Wickhammersley instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Wickhammersley attempts to wrestle Purchase to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) The takedown is completed, Purchase is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Purchase is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Wickhammersley off of him.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Wickhammersley looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Purchase starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) The scramble sees Wickhammersley up first, and he is quick to wrestle Purchase up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Looking for a takedown, Wickhammersley drops down and gets hold of a leg. Purchase remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Purchase grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Referee Harry A. Bierce spots that bit of cheating and gives a verbal warning!

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Wickhammersley tries to maintain control, but Purchase wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Purchase is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Purchase misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wickhammersley comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Purchase looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Purchase misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Wickhammersley attacks with a jab and a roundhouse kick to the body that is too short.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Wickhammersley attempts to wrestle Purchase to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Purchase prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation!

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Purchase is lucky, as the referee apparently didn't see it!

(Rd 3 - 01:13) With Purchase stuck against the cage, Wickhammersley tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) It's unsuccessful, Purchase maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Wickhammersley tries to take Purchase down.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Wickhammersley can't get Purchase down to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) From the looks of things, I don't think Wickhammersley has much energy left.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Wickhammersley drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Wickhammersley doesn't get the takedown, Purchase instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Purchase tries to smother Wickhammersley against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Purchase misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook.

(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 Wickhammersley.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Purchase 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) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Purchase doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Wickhammersley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Purchase looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 04:04) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Wickhammersley looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Purchase prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation!

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Somehow referee Harry A. Bierce didn't see it!

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Wickhammersley goes to use some dirty boxing, but Purchase is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Wickhammersley uses dirty boxing to punish Purchase while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Purchase is trapped against the cage and Wickhammersley hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:03) Wickhammersley pins Purchase up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) Purchase is trapped against the cage and Wickhammersley punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) Purchase is trapped against the cage and Wickhammersley punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Wickhammersley tries to use some dirty boxing, but Purchase uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) The gas tank looks empty on Wickhammersley.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates the two fighters.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Wickhammersley used his reach advantage there, picking Purchase off at range.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Wickhammersley attempts to wrestle Purchase to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) It's unsuccessful, Purchase maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) Clinched with Purchase, Wickhammersley looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) Wickhammersley can't get Purchase down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Purchase looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Purchase had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) A jab lands from Wickhammersley, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Wickhammersley can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Purchase with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Purchase gets hold of Wickhammersley.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Purchase attempts to wrestle Wickhammersley to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Wickhammersley stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

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

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Purchase 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 combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Wickhammersley counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) Wickhammersley looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) It doesn't work, Purchase defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Clinched with Purchase, Wickhammersley looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) The takedown is completed, Purchase is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Time slips away as Wickhammersley successfully keeps Purchase stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) Wickhammersley tries to pound on Purchase, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) Purchase tries to switch to a butterfly guard, but Wickhammersley prevents it.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Wickhammersley fires away with punches, but Purchase doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Wickhammersley blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Wickhammersley fires off a few punches.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) Purchase tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) Wickhammersley gets swept out of guard, but scrambles back to his feet to face Purchase.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Glaring at Wickhammersley, Purchase motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 5 - 01:53) Wickhammersley, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 5 - 01:53) Purchase lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) Purchase misses a jab but hits a right cross. Wickhammersley is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:34) Wickhammersley connects with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:34) Purchase misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Purchase scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Wickhammersley hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's 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 Wickhammersley.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 49-46 (Benjamin Milligan III), 50-45 (Christina Shaw) and 50-45 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley defeats Kirk Purchase (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Nimrod Wickhammersley thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks family, friends, and supporters. Nimrod Wickhammersley celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Hands of Stone" Oscar Gomez (13-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +270) vs. Bast Moulke (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Favorite: -340)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Hands Of Stone' Oscar Gomez going up against Bast Moulke.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moulke towers over Gomez as the referee gives the fighters their instructions.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Gomez fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Gomez hits a left jab and then hits Moulke with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Moulke had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Gomez lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Gomez can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Gomez lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Gomez hits a left jab and then hits Moulke with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Gomez closes in on Moulke, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Gomez can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Gomez is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Gomez uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Gomez throws a two-punch combo but Moulke avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Seizing the opportunity, Moulke clinches.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Moulke is trying to muscle Gomez up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) He does so and now has Gomez pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Moulke pins Gomez up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Moulke presses Gomez up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Moulke and Gomez remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Gomez moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Gomez fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Moulke with a beauty of a straight right.

(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 Gomez.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Gomez steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) A jab hits home from Gomez and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Gomez is breathing very hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Gomez uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Two defensive jabs hit from Moulke, but neither had any power.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Gomez fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Moulke with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) It looked like we were about to see Moulke try and get some grappling started, but Gomez was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) A one-two from Gomez fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Gomez connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Moulke comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Moulke throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Moulke begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Half guard proves to be no trouble for Moulke, who passes to side control with ease.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Moulke tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) He gets the mount.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Moulke pounds away, Gomez is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Moulke forces Gomez to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Moulke attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Gomez doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Gomez tries to turn over and sweep Moulke but can't do it.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Moulke.

(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 - 04:46) Gomez throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 04:41) Moulke seizes the chance and grabs Gomez into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Moulke tries to take Gomez down.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Moulke has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Moulke tries to lock Gomez in an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) The arm triangle is fully applied, Gomez is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free!

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Shockingly, Moulke loses it! Gomez pops his head free, and has somehow survived!

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Moulke blocks Gomez as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Gomez looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Moulke tries to ensnare Gomez in an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Gomez doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Gomez tries to sweep Moulke but can't do it.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Moulke tries to ensnare Gomez in a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) A kimura is locked in tight, Gomez has his arm bent at a terrible angle!

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Shockingly, Moulke loses it! Gomez pops his arm free, and has somehow survived!

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Gomez remains stuck under side control though.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Gomez tries to sweep Moulke but can't do it.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Moulke looks to get a mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) He mounts Gomez.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Moulke pounds away with rights and Gomez is eating some heavy shots!

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Moulke unloads with big rights and Gomez is getting rocked!

(Rd 3 - 01:04) Moulke pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Gomez.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Moulke fires away and Gomez is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 3 - 00:47) With Gomez taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 00:36) The winner, by TKO, is Bast Moulke!

 

 

Official Result: Bast Moulke defeats 'Hands Of Stone' Oscar Gomez (TKO (Strikes) in 4:24 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bast Moulke thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Bast Moulke says that being in such a fantastic fight was a huge rush and he is glad to both get the win and entertain the fans.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Eien "Sumo" Kawano (6-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -670) vs. "The BFG" Henry Hooper (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Underdog: +530)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Eien 'Sumo' Kawano takes on 'The BFG' Henry Hooper.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Kawano lands a left jab, but Hooper evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Without taking too much damage, Hooper is able to clinch with Kawano.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Hooper is looking to muscle Kawano back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Kawano doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Kawano is trying to muscle Hooper up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Hooper ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Kawano catches Hooper with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Hooper is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

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

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Kawano scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Kawano tries to hit Hooper with a knee to the thigh area, but Hooper takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and Kawano is the one backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Hooper tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kawano uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Kawano scores with a few punches to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Hooper tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kawano uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Kawano waits for Hooper to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Kawano seems to get the advantage.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Kawano tries to wrestle Hooper backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Hooper ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Using tight body-to-body control, Kawano is slowly wearing Hooper down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about thirty seconds.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Kawano looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Hooper proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Hooper tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kawano uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

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

(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'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kawano.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Kawano, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Hooper.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Kawano and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Hooper starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Kawano wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Kawano is trying to push Hooper so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Kawano does it, Hooper is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Kawano is wearing Hooper down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Hooper, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Kawano is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Kawano is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Hooper is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Kawano seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Kawano is trying to muscle Hooper up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Kawano can't do it though, and Hooper gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Hooper is trying to push Kawano so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Hooper does it, Kawano is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Hooper tries to use some dirty boxing, but Kawano uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Kawano scores with a few punches to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Hooper tries to keep Kawano up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Kawano reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Smothered against the cage, Hooper cannot get free.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(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 Kawano.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Hooper.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:55) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Kawano is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Using his wrestling skills, Kawano is trying to push Hooper up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Hooper ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) It isn't pretty, but Kawano has Hooper stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Kawano tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Hooper reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Hooper tries dirty boxing, but Kawano out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 02:48) Kawano looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 02:48) 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 - 02:48) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Hooper is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Kawano looked like he was about to shoot, but Hooper stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Using his wrestling skills, Hooper is trying to push Kawano up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Hooper can't do it though, Kawano defended it well.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Kawano tries to wrestle Hooper backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Hooper doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Hooper looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Kawano is looking to muscle Hooper back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Kawano does it, Hooper is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Although deep into his gas tank by now, Kawano pins Hooper up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) They remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. Both are looking fatigued.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Kawano tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Hooper reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 3 - 00:18) Kawano waits for Hooper to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(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 Kawano.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Hooper 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) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Moving in, Hooper appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Kawano fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Hooper with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:37) Hooper gets hold of Kawano.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Using his wrestling skills, Hooper is trying to push Kawano up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Kawano doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Kawano seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Hooper blocks Kawano from throwing a knee.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Using his wrestling skills, Kawano is trying to push Hooper up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) He does so and now has Hooper pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Kawano pins Hooper up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Hooper is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Kawano goes for a knee to the thigh but Hooper pulls the clinch tighter to block it.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Hooper gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Kawano tries to hit Hooper with a knee to the thigh area, but Hooper takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and Kawano is the one backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:31) Hooper tries to keep Kawano up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Kawano works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Hooper looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Kawano looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Kawano is looking to muscle Hooper back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Hooper doesn't let himself be driven back though.

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

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Hooper ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Showing good control, the exhausted Kawano keeps Hooper stuck against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) The next minute becomes a dull stalemate as the two exhausted fighters stick to a sloppy clinch and try to regain their breath.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Kawano looks exhausted.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Kawano looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Hooper proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Hooper 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 - 04:52) Kawano lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Kawano comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Hooper appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Kawano took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Kawano can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Kawano confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Hooper had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) A jab lands from Kawano, but Hooper evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 03:38) A jab is wide from Kawano, but then he hits Hooper with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Hooper gets hold of Kawano.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Hooper is trying to muscle Kawano up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Kawano doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Kawano tries to take Hooper down.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) The takedown is successful, Hooper pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Kawano keeps very tight to Hooper, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Hooper tries to pull Kawano in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 5 - 02:14) Kawano throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 5 - 01:51) Hooper gets the double underhooks in and pulls Kawano close, controlling him well.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Kawano hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Hooper.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Kawano doesn't let Hooper pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Kawano uses a shoulder smash to keep Hooper down.

(Rd 5 - 00:56) Kawano doesn't let Hooper pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) With a quick movement, Kawano throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Hooper.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Kawano doesn't allow Hooper to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Kawano peppers Hooper with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Hooper tries to get double underhooks on Kawano so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) With a quick movement, Kawano throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Hooper.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Kawano, 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) Making Eien 'Sumo' Kawano the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Eien 'Sumo' Kawano defeats 'The BFG' Henry Hooper (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Eien Kawano name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Eien Kawano celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. Eien Kawano proved to be a charismatic interviewee.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Stanislaw "Big Daddy" Lipnicki (16-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Warszawa, Poland, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Master of Disaster" Bronson Berle (5-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +700)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Stanislaw 'Big Daddy' Lipnicki battles 'The Master Of Disaster' Bronson Berle in the CTC Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Lipnicki looked like he was about to shoot, but Berle stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Berle is looking to muscle Lipnicki back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Berle can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Lipnicki hits Berle with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Lipnicki manages it and controls Berle up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Berle is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Unable to break free, Berle is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Berle is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) 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 - 01:39) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Lipnicki manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Berle ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Berle wrestles back against Lipnicki, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Berle tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Lipnicki reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Lipnicki smothers Berle against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Lipnicki took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Lipnicki 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 Berle can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:50) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Lipnicki wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Lipnicki looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Berle stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Berle is trying to muscle Lipnicki up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Berle can't do it though, and Lipnicki gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Lipnicki achieves it, pinning Berle to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Lipnicki tries to use dirty boxing against Berle, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Berle goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Berle wrestles back against Lipnicki, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Berle tries to maintain control, but Lipnicki wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Berle ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Lipnicki is breathing very hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Lipnicki pins Berle up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Berle waits for Lipnicki to lift a leg to attempt a foot stomp, then turns him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Lipnicki manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Lipnicki tries to wrestle Berle backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Berle ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Lipnicki tries to maintain control, but Berle wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Lipnicki ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Berle traps Lipnicki up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) The rest of the round sees them remain there, 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) That was a very close round but I think Berle just about edged it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:50) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Lipnicki is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Lipnicki attempts to wrestle Berle to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Berle stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Berle is trying to push Lipnicki so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Lipnicki doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Lipnicki looks very, very tired.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Berle doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Lipnicki looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) The takedown is successful, Berle pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) The clock runs down as Berle is being smothered against the ground by Lipnicki.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) The clock runs down as Berle is being smothered against the ground by Lipnicki.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Lipnicki lies on top of Berle, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Berle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Lipnicki off of him.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Lipnicki throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Berle tries to smother Lipnicki by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Lipnicki throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Berle tries to pull Lipnicki in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Time slips away as Lipnicki successfully keeps Berle stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Leo Behan standing them both back up.

(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 Lipnicki.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Lipnicki ahead 29-28.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:46) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Lipnicki manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Lipnicki is trying to muscle Berle up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Lipnicki does it, Berle is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) It isn't pretty, but the dog-tired Lipnicki has Berle stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) 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 - 03:25) Lipnicki, despite being visibly almost out on his feet with exhaustion, manages to get Berle backed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) Lipnicki looks exhausted.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) For the first time, Berle is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Berle is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Clinched with Lipnicki, Berle looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Berle can't get Lipnicki down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:41) Berle tries to take Lipnicki down.

(Rd 4 - 01:41) Lipnicki cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Berle starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Berle shows his ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) Berle unloads with big right hands, but Lipnicki is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Berle unloads with big right hands, but Lipnicki is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Berle tries to pound on Lipnicki, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Lipnicki tries to roll Berle but only succeeds in giving up his back!

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

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

(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 - 04:55) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Lipnicki manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Lipnicki is trying to muscle Berle up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Lipnicki manages it and controls Berle up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Berle wrestles back against Lipnicki, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) Breathing very hard, Berle is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) Berle drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) It doesn't work, Lipnicki defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Berle looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Berle gets the takedown! Lipnicki pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Berle lies on top of Lipnicki, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Berle lies on top of Lipnicki, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Lipnicki is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Berle off of him.

(Rd 5 - 02:05) Berle throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) Berle doesn't let Lipnicki pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) The clock runs down as Lipnicki is being smothered against the ground by Berle.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Berle fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 5 - 00:39) Lipnicki tries to get double underhooks on Berle so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) Lipnicki is the aggressor.

(Rd 5 - 00:13) From the grapple, Lipnicki tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Berle is alert and smothers them quickly.

(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 Berle, 10-9 on my card.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III scores the contest as 48-47 to Lipnicki.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw: 48-47 Berle.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Berle.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'The Master Of Disaster' Bronson Berle the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Master Of Disaster' Bronson Berle defeats Stanislaw 'Big Daddy' Lipnicki (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Very Poor.

 

 

 

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

 

 

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CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Tyke "No Nonsense" Milligan (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Barnsley, England, Favorite: -160) vs. Fletcher "The Drummer" Merman (13-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Springfield, Missouri, Underdog: +120)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Tyke 'No Nonsense' Milligan fighting Fletcher 'The Drummer' Merman.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, 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 - 04:55) Merman throws a punch but Milligan avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Merman hits two left jabs and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Merman throws a punch but Milligan avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Milligan comes in and grabs Merman in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Milligan is looking to muscle Merman back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Merman ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Milligan catches Merman with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Merman gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Milligan attempts to throw an elbow, but Merman tightens the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Merman lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Milligan catches Merman with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Merman appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then hits Milligan with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Milligan appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Merman lands a left hand and then catches Milligan with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Milligan keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Merman connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Merman connects with a nice jab and then catches Milligan with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Milligan wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Merman can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Milligan with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Merman throws a two-punch combo but Milligan avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Seizing the opportunity, Milligan clinches.

(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 Merman.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Both fighters are bleeding and require attention from cut men between rounds.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Merman throws a two-punch combo but Milligan avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Milligan comes in and grabs Merman in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Using his wrestling skills, Milligan is trying to push Merman up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Milligan manages it and controls Merman up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Milligan looks for an elbow strike, but Merman works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Taking a few gulps of breath, Merman is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Milligan isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Merman connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) With both fighters bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that they can be checked.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) The doctor checks the cuts, but seems happy that neither presents too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Merman fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Milligan had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) A punch from Merman fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) A few deep breaths betray that Merman is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Merman hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Merman throws a one-two, but Milligan was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Merman doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Milligan comes in and grabs Merman in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Merman gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Milligan uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Using his wrestling skills, Milligan is trying to push Merman up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Merman ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Merman is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Milligan uses dirty boxing to punish Merman while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Milligan scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Merman is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Milligan uses dirty boxing to punish Merman while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Milligan tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Merman is able to stop it.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Milligan, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Merman.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Merman hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Milligan looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Merman throws a punch but Milligan avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Seizing the opportunity, Milligan shoots.

(Rd 3 - 04:15) Milligan can't get past the sprawl of Merman and has to give up on the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, Milligan is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Merman looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Milligan shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Milligan gets hold of a leg but Merman remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Milligan uses the position to drive Merman up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Merman is trapped against the cage and Milligan punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Milligan drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 02:48) Milligan hits Merman, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Merman is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) Milligan smothers Merman against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Merman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Merman is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) Milligan catches Merman with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) A few deep breaths betray that Milligan is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Merman can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Milligan is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Milligan steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) A jab hits home from Merman and then he catches Milligan with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Merman moves in on Milligan, preparing to throw.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Merman throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) Merman moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) It looked like we were about to see Milligan try and get some grappling started, but Merman was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) A jab hits home from Merman and then he hits a nice straight right.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Milligan, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Milligan up 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Milligan.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Merman connects with a jab, but Milligan avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) The gas tank looks empty on Merman.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Merman throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Milligan looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Merman simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) A jab lands from Merman, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Milligan seizes the chance and grabs Merman into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Milligan hits Merman with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) Milligan is trying to push Merman so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) Merman ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Merman is trapped against the cage and Milligan hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Milligan is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Merman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) Milligan uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Merman takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Merman fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Milligan with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Milligan chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Merman down.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Merman stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(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 Milligan.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Merman 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 - 04:53) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Merman lands a left jab, but Milligan avoids a big right.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) A jab is wide from Merman, but then he catches Milligan with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) Merman lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Without taking too much damage, Milligan is able to clinch with Merman.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Milligan hits Merman with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Milligan is trying to push Merman so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) He does so and now has Merman pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Merman gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Milligan looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Merman is trapped against the cage and Milligan hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:14) Milligan catches Merman with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Merman uses his wrestling skills to prevent Milligan from throwing any elbow strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Milligan tries to hit him with an elbow, but Merman works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Merman fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Milligan is able to grab Merman.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Milligan hits Merman with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 00:44) Merman gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Milligan uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) Milligan uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Merman.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Milligan uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Merman.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Milligan is looking to muscle Merman back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Merman ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Milligan looks exhausted.

(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 Milligan.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-46 (Christina Shaw), 48-47 (Edward Wilde) and 49-46 (Ian Rivers).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Tyke 'No Nonsense' Milligan the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Tyke 'No Nonsense' Milligan defeats Fletcher 'The Drummer' Merman (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Tyke Milligan praises his team at Rob Baines Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Vitor de Melo, says that he'll destroy him. Tyke Milligan has the looks that mean he remains very marketable even if he's far from a great talker.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Chief" Fatuma Roy (23-10, 0-0 CTC, From: The San Francisco Bay Area, Favorite: -1200) vs. Aljur Paras (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Davao City, Philippines, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Chief' Fatuma Roy takes on Aljur Paras.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters face off, Paras towering over Roy.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Paras hits a left cross. Roy lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Paras misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Roy misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Roy misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Paras attacks with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Paras is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Roy doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Roy scores with a left hook. Paras uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Roy counters a right hand with a left hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:16) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Roy slips past a right hook and counters with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Paras lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Roy finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Paras misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Roy misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Paras misses with a big right hand, allowing Roy to counter with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Roy misses with a big right hand, allowing Paras to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

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

(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) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Paras misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Paras.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Roy doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Paras misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Roy is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Roy misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Roy slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Paras doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Roy doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Paras is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Paras misses with a big right hand, allowing Roy to counter with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) With Paras bleeding, referee William Yeats pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Roy misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Paras is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Roy uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) It looks like Roy 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 Roy, 10-9 on my card.

(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 Roy.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:49) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Roy looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Roy hits Paras with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Paras tries to wriggle free, but Roy controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Roy tries to wrestle Paras backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Roy does it, Paras is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Roy hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Paras is trapped against the cage and Roy hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Roy smothers Paras against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Paras gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Breathing very hard, Roy is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Roy smothers Paras against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Paras is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) Paras gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Paras is trapped against the cage and Roy punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Paras is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Roy pins Paras up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) 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 3 - 01:29) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Roy lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Paras finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Roy hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Paras scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Paras misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Roy misses with a right hand.

(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 Roy, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Roy up 29-28.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Paras hits a left cross. Roy is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Paras gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Roy uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Roy looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Paras gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Roy hits Paras with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 4 - 03:53) Roy uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Paras as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Roy is looking to muscle Paras back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Roy achieves it, pinning Paras to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Paras throws a few short punches to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Roy smothers Paras against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 02:55) Roy hits Paras, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:39) Roy pins Paras up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Roy scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Roy pins Paras up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Roy scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Roy looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Roy tries to hit Paras with a knee to the thigh area, but Paras works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) A few deep breaths betray that Paras is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Paras hits a left hand. Roy hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Paras is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Roy attempts to wrestle Paras to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Roy can't get the takedown as Paras wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Paras is aiming to get Roy into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Paras can't manage it, and Roy gets out of the grapple entirely.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Paras counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook.

(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 Roy.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Paras 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 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Roy looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Roy doesn't get the trip, Paras instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Paras is trying to lock Roy into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Roy can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) From the clinch, Roy takes an elbow to the side of the head, but there wasn't much power behind it.

(Rd 5 - 03:46) Roy tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) From the clinch, Paras hits Roy with an elbow to the side of the head, but it lacked power.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Paras misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) Paras tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Roy isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Roy is released from the clinch, Paras looks to change tactics.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Roy is looking to muscle Paras back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Roy can't do it though, Paras defended it well.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) Roy attempts to wrestle Paras to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) He has the takedown! Paras pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) Paras looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) In guard, Roy begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.

(Rd 5 - 00:27) Paras tries to smother Roy by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) Roy pounds away, but Paras calmly deals with them.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Paras, 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 given 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 48-47 (Ian Rivers) and 48-47 (Stewart Morecambe).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Chief' Fatuma Roy wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Chief' Fatuma Roy defeats Aljur Paras (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Fatuma Roy thanks everyone connected to Bear Pit for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Fatuma Roy celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Toshiya Furube (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -400) vs. "Big" Bernard Alfredson (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Underdog: +310)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Toshiya Furube vs. 'Big' Bernard Alfredson.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Alfredson ignores the offer of a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Furube comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Alfredson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Furube manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Furube is trying to push Alfredson so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Furube manages it and controls Alfredson up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Alfredson is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) They remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Furube looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Alfredson proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Alfredson smothers Furube up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) 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 1 - 01:39) Alfredson throws a one-two, but Furube was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Furube comes in and grabs Alfredson in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Alfredson ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Furube tries to keep him up against the cage, but Alfredson works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) For the first time, Alfredson is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Furube seems to get the advantage.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Furube can't do it though, Alfredson defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Furube is trying to push Alfredson so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Furube manages it and controls Alfredson up against the cage.

(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 Alfredson, 10-9.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Furube aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Furube is looking to muscle Alfredson back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Alfredson doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Furube is trying to muscle Alfredson up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Furube can't manage it, Alfredson fought it.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) He does so and now has Alfredson pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Furube uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Furube tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Alfredson reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Alfredson tries to maintain control, but Furube wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Alfredson ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Furube smothers Alfredson against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Using tight body-to-body control, Furube is slowly wearing Alfredson down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Alfredson is breathing very hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Referee William Yeats decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Furube is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) A jab is wide from Alfredson, but then he catches Furube with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Furube seems to get the advantage.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Alfredson ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Smothered against the cage, Alfredson is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) Furube looks very tired out there.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) Furube tries to maintain control, but Alfredson wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Furube ends up backed against the cage.

(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 Furube.

(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 - 04:46) A tired Furube moves forward, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Alfredson partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Furube has a hold of the other.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Furube drives Alfredson up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) In need of a breather, the fatigued Furube smothers Alfredson against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) They remain in that position, throwing occasional short punches, for a further thirty seconds. Both fighters look pretty tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) It isn't pretty, but the fatigued Furube has Alfredson stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. They both look tired and are using this position to try and recover slightly.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Furube smothers Alfredson up against the cage, although he looks increasingly tired.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) They exchange short punches to the body for about thirty seconds, both of them looking gassed.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Furube uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Alfredson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Furube aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Alfredson can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) From the looks of things, I don't think Alfredson has much energy left.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) Furube gets hold of Alfredson without taking too much damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Furube is trying to push Alfredson so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Furube manages it and controls Alfredson up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Furube looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Furube tries to maintain control, but Alfredson wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Alfredson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Furube gets hold of Alfredson.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Using his wrestling skills, Furube is trying to push Alfredson up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Furube does it, Alfredson is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Alfredson is pressed up against the cage and held there by his exhausted opponent.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Exhausted, both fighters seem content to stay in a dull clinch until the round ends.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Furube, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Furube.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:51) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Alfredson wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:44) Alfredson is trying to muscle Furube up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:44) He does so and now has Furube pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Alfredson tries to maintain control, but Furube wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Alfredson ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Alfredson wrestles back against Furube, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Alfredson tries to maintain control, but Furube wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Alfredson ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Furube looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Alfredson looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Furube tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Alfredson reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Alfredson tries to smother Furube against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Alfredson against the cage instead.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Furube looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Alfredson simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) A punch from Alfredson fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) Furube looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Alfredson simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) Alfredson hits a left hand, but Furube avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Furube steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Alfredson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Furube seizes the chance and grabs Alfredson into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Furube tries to take Alfredson down.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) The takedown is successful, Alfredson pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Furube pounds away with rights, but Alfredson covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Alfredson tries to smother Furube by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Furube catches Alfredson with a glancing elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Furube doesn't allow Alfredson to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Furube starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Alfredson keeps Furube in guard.

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

(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 round goes to Furube, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Alfredson 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 - 04:49) A one-two from Alfredson fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Furube gets hold of Alfredson.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Furube is looking to muscle Alfredson back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Furube can't manage it, Alfredson fought it.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Furube looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Furube doesn't get the takedown, Alfredson instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Alfredson attempts to wrestle Furube to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) The takedown doesn't work, Furube blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Furube does it, Alfredson is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) An ugly but effective tactic, the physically exhausted Furube is pressing Alfredson up against the cage and slowly wearing him down while also getting a breather of his own.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) A full minute passes with literally nothing happening, the two shattered fighters simply leaning against the cage and trying to get their wind back.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Showing his ability to control opponents, Furube fights through his apparent exhaustion and smothers Alfredson against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Furube and Alfredson remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, totally exhausted and barely doing anything.

(Rd 5 - 01:04) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Alfredson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Furube with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) Furube gets hold of Alfredson without taking too much damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Furube is looking to muscle Alfredson back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Furube can't do it though, and Alfredson gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) With control of the clinch, Alfredson tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) It doesn't work, Furube defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) Alfredson tries to take Furube down.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) It doesn't work, Furube defended against it well.

(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 Furube.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Christina Shaw), 50-45 (Edward Wilde) and 50-45 (Ian Rivers).

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

 

 

Official Result: Toshiya Furube defeats 'Big' Bernard Alfredson (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Toshiya Furube thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Toshiya Furube celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Crusher" Mugur Boc (10-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tighina, Moldova, Favorite: -540) vs. "Boom Boom" Guy Broom (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc goes head to head with 'Boom Boom' Guy Broom.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Broom hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Boc hits a good left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Broom lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Boc throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Boc throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Boc connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Boc uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Boc lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Broom.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Boc connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Boc throws a two-punch combo but Broom avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Broom comes in and grabs Boc in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Broom tries to wrestle Boc backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Broom can't do it though, and Boc gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Boc looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) It's not pretty, but he forces Broom down to the ground and ends up holding him in a turtled up position.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Boc pounds away on Broom, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Boc fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Broom takes the opportunity to stand up.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Taking a few gulps of breath, Boc is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Boc can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) With Broom bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) The referee signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Boc fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Broom with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Boc moves in on Broom, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Boc lands a jab and then catches Broom with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Coming forward, Broom is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Boc connects with a jab, but Broom evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Boc 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 - 04:53) Boc lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Broom wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Boc can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Broom gets hold of Boc without taking too much damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Broom is trying to muscle Boc up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Boc ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Broom keeps Boc stuck against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Showing his ability to exert control, Broom smothers Boc up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) The next thirty seconds or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Broom tries to maintain control, but Boc wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) A jab hits home from Boc and then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Broom.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Boc is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Broom hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Boc hits a right jab and also connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Broom misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a clean left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Broom is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Boc throws a punch but Broom was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Broom gets hold of Boc, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Broom is looking to muscle Boc back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) He does so and now has Boc pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Boc is breathing very hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Broom smothers Boc up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) They dirty box each other at that range until the round ends.

(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 Broom 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Broom is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Broom attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Boc hit two counter right hands.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Broom fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Boc with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) A jab lands from Boc, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Boc throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Broom is able to grab Boc.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Broom attempts to wrestle Boc to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) He has the takedown! Boc pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Broom lies on top of Boc, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 03:00) Boc is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Broom off of him.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Broom throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Boc grabs one of his opponent's legs and looks to be attempting a sweep of some kind.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Broom blocks the sweep attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) The clock runs down as Boc is being smothered against the ground by Broom.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Boc is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Broom off of him.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) With control of the clinch, Boc tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) It doesn't work, Broom defended against it well.

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

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Broom ahead 29-28.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Boc dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a powerful straight left!

(Rd 4 - 04:36) He's down! Broom falls to the floor!

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Boc knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Broom, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Boc fires away and Broom is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) From the looks of things, I don't think Boc has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Boc tries to lock Broom in a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Broom fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Boc blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Boc attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Broom blocks it.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Broom looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Broom tries to move to guard, but Boc doesn't allow it.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Boc attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Broom doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Boc blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Boc tries to grab a leg to prepare Broom for a kneebar.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Broom doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Boc blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Boc tries to ensnare Broom in a kneebar.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Broom defends himself well and does not give up a leg.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Boc blocks Broom as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) With no progress being made, referee William Yeats stands them back up.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) Boc slips past a right hook and counters with a nice left hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Broom comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Boc can't connect with a jab, but then catches Broom with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:16) Without taking too much damage, Broom is able to clinch with Boc.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Broom tries to wrestle Boc backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Broom can't manage it, Boc fought it.

(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 Boc.

(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) Broom looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Boc simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Boc can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Clinched with Boc, Broom looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Broom doesn't get the takedown, Boc instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) The gas tank looks empty on Boc.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Boc looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Boc doesn't get the takedown, Broom instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Broom seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Clinched with Boc, Broom looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) The takedown is successful, Boc pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Broom pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Boc grabs hold of a leg, seemingly intent on trying to sweep Broom from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Broom blocks the sweep attempt.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Broom tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Boc starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) The scramble sees Boc up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Broom tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Boc uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Boc uses his wrestling skills to prevent Broom from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Broom hits Boc, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Broom tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Boc uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 5 - 01:05) Broom pins Boc up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) Boc is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) Boc aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) A jab is wide from Broom, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) Blood is visible on Boc, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Broom looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Boc gets hold of Broom without taking too much damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) With control of the clinch, Boc tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) The takedown is completed, Broom is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Broom came out just ahead on my score card.

(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) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc defeats 'Boom Boom' Guy Broom (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mugur Boc 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Great Bear" Aleksander Ivanov (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Daigo Kitaguchi (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Great Bear' Aleksander Ivanov battles Daigo Kitaguchi.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) There's a takedown attempt from Ivanov.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A great sprawl from Kitaguchi prevents the takedown and allows him to push Ivanov down onto his hands and knees.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Kitaguchi pounds away on Ivanov but can't land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Kitaguchi looks to hit a knee strike, but Ivanov is back up too quickly.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Ivanov chooses to shoot in on Kitaguchi.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Kitaguchi cannot stop the takedown, Ivanov drove in with too much power with a beauty of a double leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Kitaguchi winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Ivanov pressing onto him.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) That's his first successful takedown of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Ivanov attempts a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Kitaguchi gets caught by the guillotine, and it's tight enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The winner, by submission; Aleksander Ivanov!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Great Bear' Aleksander Ivanov defeats Daigo Kitaguchi (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:29 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Aleksander Ivanov thanks everyone connected to Euro Team Thunder 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Silent But Violent" Wilson Franklyn (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Columbus, Georgia, Favorite: -620) vs. "The Stunner" Bunjiro Sammiya (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: +490)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Silent But Violent' Wilson Franklyn against 'The Stunner' Bunjiro Sammiya.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Franklyn misses a jab but connects with a right hand. Sammiya scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Sammiya appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Franklyn comes forward, walking down Sammiya.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Sammiya hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) A one-two from Franklyn fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Moving forward constantly, Franklyn is pressuring Sammiya.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Franklyn steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Franklyn lands a left hand and then he hits Sammiya with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Sammiya appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Franklyn took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Franklyn connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Moving forward constantly, Franklyn is pressuring Sammiya.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Franklyn confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Sammiya is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Franklyn connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Franklyn initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Sammiya misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) A jab hits home from Franklyn and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) The clock is stopped as referee Harry A. Bierce wants to check the cut on Sammiya.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Referee Harry A. Bierce brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Franklyn hits a left jab and then hits Sammiya with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Franklyn moves in on Sammiya, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Franklyn hits a left jab and then hits Sammiya with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Franklyn steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) A tentative jab from Sammiya lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Franklyn lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) A jab lands from Franklyn, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Franklyn connects with a jab, but Sammiya evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Franklyn lands a jab and then catches Sammiya with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Franklyn is wincing, that last punch may have actually damaged his own hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) If the hand is broken, his job just got a lot tougher.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) A jab is wide from Franklyn, but then he hits Sammiya with a straight right.

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

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Franklyn is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Franklyn throws a punch but Sammiya avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Sammiya comes in and grabs Franklyn in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Sammiya is trying to muscle Franklyn up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Sammiya can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Franklyn tries to wrestle Sammiya backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Franklyn achieves it, pinning Sammiya to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Franklyn, 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 - 04:46) Franklyn can't connect with a jab, but then hits Sammiya with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Franklyn fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Sammiya is able to grab Franklyn.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Sammiya tries to take Franklyn down.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) The takedown doesn't work, Franklyn blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Franklyn is looking to muscle Sammiya back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Franklyn achieves it, pinning Sammiya to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Franklyn attempts to use a knee strike but Sammiya pulls the clinch tighter.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Sammiya throws a few short punches to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Franklyn hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Franklyn looks for an elbow strike, but Sammiya out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) Sammiya tries to smother Franklyn against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Franklyn 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 - 02:07) Franklyn hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Franklyn doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Franklyn throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) With a clear opportunity, Sammiya is able to move in fast and clinch with Franklyn.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Sammiya is trying to push Franklyn so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Sammiya can't manage it, Franklyn fought it.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Sammiya tries to wrestle Franklyn backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Franklyn ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Sammiya tries to maintain control, but Franklyn wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Franklyn can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Sammiya had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) A jab lands from Franklyn, but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Franklyn glances at the clock.

(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 Franklyn.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Franklyn 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) Sammiya comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Franklyn can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Sammiya gets hold of Franklyn without taking too much damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Sammiya is trying to push Franklyn so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Sammiya does it, Franklyn is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Sammiya tries to use dirty boxing against Franklyn, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Franklyn is trapped against the cage and Sammiya hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Sammiya pins Franklyn up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Sammiya pins Franklyn up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Franklyn looks very, very tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Sammiya smothers Franklyn against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Smothered against the cage, Franklyn cannot get free.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) For the first time, Sammiya is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) A jab lands from Franklyn, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Sammiya gets hold of Franklyn without taking too much damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Clinched with Franklyn, Sammiya looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) It doesn't work, Franklyn defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Sammiya is trying to muscle Franklyn up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Sammiya achieves it, pinning Franklyn to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Franklyn wrestles back against Sammiya, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Sammiya wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Franklyn hits a left jab and then catches Sammiya with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Franklyn can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Sammiya with a right hook.

(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 Sammiya.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Franklyn up 29-28.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:45) A tired-looking Sammiya shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Franklyn gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Sammiya lies on top of Franklyn, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Sammiya tries to pound on Franklyn, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Franklyn tries to smother Sammiya by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Sammiya throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Sammiya doesn't let Franklyn pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Sammiya begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Sammiya begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Franklyn can't fend off his opponent and is mounted.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Sammiya pounds away, Franklyn is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 4 - 01:37) With Franklyn taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Bunjiro Sammiya takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Stunner' Bunjiro Sammiya defeats 'Silent But Violent' Wilson Franklyn (TKO (Strikes) in 3:38 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bunjiro Sammiya thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Bunjiro Sammiya celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Pit Bull" Gary Sampson (18-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Mesa, Arizona, Favorite: -460) vs. Giovanni de Matos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +360)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Pit Bull' Gary Sampson battles Giovanni de Matos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) de Matos is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 25lbs. That may be decisive.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Matos comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Matos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) de Matos fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Sampson looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:27) de Matos tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses as Sampson quickly steps backward and out of range.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Sampson clears his head and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) A jab is wide from de Matos, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) de Matos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) de Matos uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) A tentative jab from Sampson lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) de Matos can't connect with a jab, but then hits Sampson with a great high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) As he backs off it becomes clear that Sampson is on rubbery legs, that last shot rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Sampson eats a right head kick! He falls to the ground but is not out!

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Moving quickly, de Matos comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 1 - 02:35) de Matos hits several big stomps and kicks, but Sampson somehow hangs on!

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Apparently unwilling to engage, de Matos lets his opponent stand back up.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) de Matos throws a punch but Sampson was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) de Matos lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) A jab hits home from de Matos and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Sampson might be in real trouble here, he is backing off but looks really unsteady on his feet!

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Sampson gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard! (

Rd 1 - 00:48) de Matos senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:48) de Matos pounds away on Sampson, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Keeping calm under pressure, Sampson spots that de Matos is over-committed to the strikes and sweeps him off balance! They scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) The scramble somehow results in Sampson underneath de Matos in north-south position.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) de Matos throws some elbows to the body, albeit with not much in the way of power.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by de Matos, a 10-8 round 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) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) de Matos moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) de Matos lands a left hand and then catches Sampson with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) de Matos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Sampson looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but de Matos simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) de Matos hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) de Matos is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) de Matos fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Sampson with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) de Matos lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Sampson looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go!

(Rd 2 - 03:27) de Matos lands a crunching head kick on Sampson, who collapses! He's out cold!

(Rd 2 - 03:15) The winner, by knock out; Giovanni de Matos!

 

 

Official Result: Giovanni de Matos defeats 'The Pit Bull' Gary Sampson (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:45 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giovanni de Matos thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends and supporters. Giovanni de Matos celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Duke "Nukem" Aiona (15-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Kailua, Hawaii, Favorite: -640) vs. "The Durban Badger" Schalk Rhodes (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Durban, South Africa, Underdog: +510)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Duke 'Nukem' Aiona squares off with 'The Durban Badger' Schalk Rhodes.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

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

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

Rd 1 - 04:52) Relentlessly walking down his opponent, Rhodes comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Aiona fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Showing good hand speed, Rhodes lands a flurry of five punches but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Rhodes hits a couple of jabs but misses with a left hook to the ribs. Aiona scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Aiona misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rhodes attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a good left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Aiona misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rhodes attacks with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Rhodes comes forward, walking down Aiona.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Aiona hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Attacking with a quick flurry, Rhodes lands three punches but Aiona avoids a big left.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Rhodes slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Rhodes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Aiona hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Showing off his great hand speed, Rhodes hits a nice four punch combination.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Rhodes comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Rhodes confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Stepping in, Rhodes lands five quick punches and then he catches Aiona with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Constantly pressuring his opponent, Rhodes comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Aiona manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Rhodes lands two jabs, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Aiona is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Showing off his great hand speed, Rhodes hits a nice four punch combination.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Rhodes, who looks out of breath, clinches up.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Rhodes took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Aiona, 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) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Relentlessly walking down his opponent, Rhodes comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Aiona fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Showing good hand speed, Rhodes lands a flurry of three punches and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Rhodes moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aiona into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Aiona misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Rhodes moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, but Aiona avoids a big left.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Rhodes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Rhodes is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Walking down his opponent, Rhodes advances.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Rhodes steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Aiona.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Attacking with intent, Rhodes scores with one out of a flurry of four punches but Aiona avoids a big left.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Aiona misses a right hook and gets countered with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs that doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Rhodes steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Aiona fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Rhodes lands two jabs and then he catches Aiona with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Rhodes attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Aiona throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Attacking with a quick flurry, Rhodes lands two of four punches and then he scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Relentless as ever, Rhodes comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Aiona misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Attacking with a quick flurry, Rhodes lands three of five punches but Aiona evades a big left to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Aiona slips past a left hook and counters with a wicked right head kick!

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Rhodes is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Aiona starts pounding away on Rhodes, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Aiona unloads with massive right hands and Rhodes is getting destroyed!

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Referee Leo Behan jumps in and saves Rhodes from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Duke Aiona takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Duke 'Nukem' Aiona defeats 'The Durban Badger' Schalk Rhodes (TKO (Strikes) in 4:37 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Duke Aiona praises his team at Team Desire, 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.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ari "The Finnisher" Peltonen (28-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Favorite: -430) vs. John "The Ripper" Rivero (12-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Puerto Rico, Underdog: +340)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen takes on John 'The Ripper' Rivero in the CTC Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Peltonen fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Rivero with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) It looks like Rivero has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Peltonen lands a left jab, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Rivero appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Peltonen took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Peltonen connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Peltonen lands a left hand and then catches Rivero with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Peltonen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Rivero sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Peltonen almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Rivero holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Unable to complete the takedown, Rivero instead pushes Peltonen up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Peltonen is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Using tight body-to-body control, Rivero is slowly wearing Peltonen down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Thirty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Rivero.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) We're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Peltonen moves in on Rivero, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Peltonen lands a jab and then hits Rivero with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Rivero may have been setting up to shoot, but Peltonen aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Peltonen lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Peltonen closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Rivero, but Peltonen was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Peltonen can't connect with a jab, but then hits Rivero with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Peltonen looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) A jab hits home from Peltonen and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Rivero is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Peltonen knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Rivero, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Peltonen pounds away on Rivero, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Peltonen tries to ensnare Rivero in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Rivero doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Peltonen blocks an attempt to pull guard.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Peltonen, 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 - 04:47) Peltonen lands two left hands and then catches Rivero with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Peltonen connects with a jab, but Rivero evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Peltonen is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Circling warily, Rivero is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Peltonen throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Rivero takes the chance and grabs Peltonen into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Rivero is looking to muscle Peltonen back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Peltonen ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Rivero smothers Peltonen up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Rivero looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Peltonen works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Rivero shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) He has the takedown! Peltonen pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) That's his first successful takedown of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Rivero looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Peltonen pulls Rivero close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Rivero begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Peltonen starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Somehow, the scramble leaves Rivero under the north-south control of Peltonen.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Peltonen throws some elbows to the body, albeit with not much in the way of power.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Peltonen blocks Rivero as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Rivero takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Rivero shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:42) Rivero pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Peltonen tries to sweep Rivero but can't do it.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Rivero throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Rivero blocks Peltonen as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) Rivero looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) Peltonen fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) Rivero ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Time slips away as Peltonen successfully keeps Rivero stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Peltonen throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Rivero reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Peltonen blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Peltonen is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Peltonen keeps Rivero guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Rivero applies double underhooks and keeps Peltonen from launching any attacks.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Rivero is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Peltonen off of him.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Peltonen lies on top of Rivero, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) With no progress being made, referee William Yeats brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of 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 Rivero.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Rivero up 29-28.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Rivero, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Peltonen fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) He's down! Rivero falls to the floor!

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Peltonen quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Rivero!

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Peltonen pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) From the looks of it, Peltonen may have hurt his hand quite badly while punching away.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) A damaged hand will obviously cause Peltonen some major problems when it comes to striking.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Peltonen tries to pound on Rivero with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Rivero struggles and gets half guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) Peltonen tries to pound on Rivero, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) Rivero tries to get full guard on Peltonen but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) Peltonen begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) Rivero was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) The scramble sees Rivero up first, and he is quick to wrestle Peltonen up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Rivero shows great control, keeping Peltonen pressed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) An ugly but effective tactic, Rivero is pressing Peltonen up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 00:43) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:43) Taking a few gulps of breath, Rivero is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Peltonen moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Peltonen throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Peltonen looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Peltonen fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Rivero seizes the chance and grabs Peltonen into a clinch.

(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 Peltonen.

(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 - 04:54) Peltonen throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Peltonen lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Rivero aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Peltonen uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Rivero seizes the chance and grabs Peltonen into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Rivero looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) It's not pretty, but he forces Peltonen down to the ground and ends up holding him in a turtled up position.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Rivero looks to hit a knee strike, but Peltonen is back up too quickly.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Peltonen looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Peltonen lands a left hand and then hits Rivero with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Rivero aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Peltonen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Rivero starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) Without taking too much damage, Rivero is able to clinch with Peltonen.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) Rivero tries to wrestle Peltonen backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) He does so and now has Peltonen pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:22) Showing his ability to exert control, Rivero smothers Peltonen up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:22) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) Rivero smothers Peltonen up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.

(Rd 5 - 00:09) Peltonen looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 00:09) Rivero looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 00:09) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Rivero, 10-9 on my card.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw: 48-47 Peltonen.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers scores the contest as 48-47 to Rivero.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has given 48-47 to Peltonen.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen!

 

 

Official Result: Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen defeats John 'The Ripper' Rivero (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ari Peltonen name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Ari Peltonen celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Beast of Birmingham" Rav Kapur (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, England, Favorite: -820) vs. Vittorio Pescatelli (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Florence, Italy, Underdog: +650)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Beast Of Birmingham' Rav Kapur competes against Vittorio Pescatelli in the CTC Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Kapur comes forward, walking down Pescatelli.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Kapur steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab lands from Kapur but Pescatelli dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Kapur dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Kapur comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Pescatelli lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Kapur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Kapur comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Kapur is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Kapur uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Kapur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Kapur comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Kapur avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Kapur moves in behind three quick punches, one of them finding a home, and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Kapur comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Pescatelli throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Kapur lands a left hand and then he catches Pescatelli with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Kapur attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Pescatelli scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Kapur lands a left jab but Pescatelli dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) It looked like we were about to see Pescatelli try and get some grappling started, but Kapur was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Kapur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Pescatelli with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Kapur looks like he may have broken his hand with that last punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) If it's a break, that's really going to affect his striking ability dramatically.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(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 Kapur.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Pescatelli misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Pescatelli covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Pescatelli gets floored with a huge right head kick...and is out!

(Rd 2 - 04:22) By knock out, the winner is Rav Kapur!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Beast Of Birmingham' Rav Kapur defeats Vittorio Pescatelli (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:38 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rav Kapur thanks everyone connected to London Kick Boxing Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Showing respect, Rav Kapur praises Pescatelli for his skill and toughness.

 

 

Attendance: 23

Gate Reciepts: $2,378

Sponsorship: $25,559

Ad Revenue: $36,298

Merchandise: $4,245

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $182,220)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Rav Kapur                 $32,000      Vittorio Pescatelli      $11,920      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             KotN: Kapur: $5,000
Ari Peltonen              $15,300      John Rivero              $2,520
Duke Aiona                $5,780       Schalk Rhodes            $1,680
Giovanni de Matos         $7,890       Gary Sampson             $10,800      Perf: de Matos: $5,000
Bunjiro Sammiya           $6,870       Wilson Franklyn          $2,880       Perf: Sammiya: $5,000
Aleksander Ivanov         $9,250       Daigo Kitaguchi          $1,560       SotN: Ivanov: $5,000
Mugur Boc                 $3,910       Guy Broom                $2,040
Toshiya Furube            $2,720       Bernard Alfredson        $1,680
Fatuma Roy                $6,120       Aljur Paras              $1,920
Tyke Milligan             $2,720       Fletcher Merman          $3,000
Bronson Berle             $1,500       Stanislaw Lipnicki       $2,200
Eien Kawano               $5,100       Henry Hooper             $110
Bast Moulke               $7,250       Oscar Gomez              $7,200       Perf: Both: $5,000
Nimrod Wickhammersley     $2,250       Kirk Purchase            $1,400
Scotty Arnsson            $2,400       Constantin Burlacu       $1,400
Harv Dennis               $2,400       Jesse Singh              $1,500
Sly Twinge                $2,400       Otto Renner              $1,400
Lee Chavis                $2,400       Michael Petkovic         $1,500
Kieran Morgan             $2,250       Sahan Ozbek              $1,400
Jozef Jankowski           $2,400       Mathieu Aumont           $1,200

 

 

Drug Testing: $22,520

Production: $21,039

 

Profit: $-157,299

 

Critical Rating: 67%

Commercial Rating: 51%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -1.0%             79.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -0.8%             85.7% (High Level Regional)
UK                  +2.0%             76.2% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.2%             48.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           +0.8%             61.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +2.8%             61.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +1.0%             56.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +0.7%             47.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +1.0%             55.9% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       Unchanged         71.8% (High Level Regional)
Central America     +0.6%             57.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.0%             28.0% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- The following fighters have been released from the company following their elimination from the tournament: Vittorio Pescatelli, John Rivero, Schalk Rhodes, Gary Sampson, Wilson Franklyn, Daigo Kitaguchi, Guy Broom, Bernard Alfredson, Aljur Paras, Fletcher Merman, Stanislaw Lipnicki, Henry Hooper, Oscar Gomez, Kirk Purchase, Constantin Burlacu, Jesse Singh, Otto Renner, Michael Petkovic, Sahan Ozbek, and Mathieu Aumont.

- Ari Peltonen suffered a broken wrist in his victory over John Rivero, and will miss two weeks of training. It shouldn't effect his ability to continue in the tournament.

- Rav Kapur suffered broken fingers in his victory over Vittorio Pescatelli, and will miss two weeks of training. It shouldn't effect his ability to continue in the tournament.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

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Predictions

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Saturday, Week 4, June 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Urso Grande" Murilo Satinho (12-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1200) vs. Paulo Boas (19-14, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Underdog: +950)

Murilo Satinho is one of the fastest rising stars on the Heavyweight scene. A naturally big guy with awesome power and some of the scariest ground and pound ever seen in MMA, he also has the agility and cardio of a much smaller man. Seemingly without weakness, he could be one of the greats. A dominating presence in FLB, where he was an undefeated Heavyweight champion, he was a star signing for ALPHA-1 in the late summer of 2001. He won a Unanimous Decision against Ari Peltonen in his ALPHA-1 debut. Paulo Boas is a journeyman Heavyweight competitor from Brazil. Powerfully built, he certainly has the ability to knock opponents out if he catches them with one of his big hooks, but he is so slow moving that only those foolish enough to stand in front of him are in much danger.

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Brixton Butcher" Stafford Alois (28-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Underdog: -110) vs. Pai Cheng (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Favorite: -130)

Stafford Alois is one of the biggest fighters in Europe, both physically and by reputation, and is a hard hitting kick boxer who is known for his long highlight reel if head kick KO victories. Approaching 40 and probably no longer realistically in the BCF Heavyweight title picture, many expect Alois to hang up the gloves sooner rather than later. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Dave Lennon in BCF. Pai Cheng is a big powerful Heavyweight from China. Primarily a wrestler, and a very good one at that, Cheng's exceptional balance allows him to both control opponents and be virtually impervious to takedowns. On top of his grappling he also has a lot of raw power in his hands, making him a doubly dangerous opponent.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Great Japanese Hope" Kazezane Fujii (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -800) vs. Josimar Martins (17-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +630)

Kanezane Fujii is a youngster who many in the East feel could become a superstar. Trained in both wrestling and judo, the big man is very good when up close but also has the natural power to be dangerous when swinging for the fences. A very big Heavyweight, he could easily fight in the Super Heavyweight division if he wanted. He joined ALPHA-1 in late 1998 and cruised his way to five straight victories before finally being stopped by the dangerous Canadian veteran Mason Archer for his first pro defeat. Josimar Martins is about as one-dimensional as they come, he is a Brazilian brawler whose sole threat comes from his heavy hands. If he hits you, it's going to hurt, but if you can find a way to take him or tie him up, he has nothing to offer. Martins was a regular with FLB for several years, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Felipe Luiz Rosa in his last fight.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ikuhisa Tamura (23-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -760) vs. "Big Loz" Laurence Lamping (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #108, Underdog: +600)

Ikuhisa Tamura first debuted back in the early days of MMA, and was a tradition wrestler earning his victories by way of smothering control. Over the years he has undergone a transformation of sorts, and while he can still grapple he is now better known for being a big puncher with an iron jaw. It's made him a more exciting fighter to watch and a definite fan favorite, but has also made him easier to beat. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a third round TKO loss to Elzo Alves Moura in ALPHA-1. Laurence Lamping is a powerhouse of a fighter, who has the punching power to frighten anyone and is no slouch when it comes to using his physical strength to bully opponents with grappling. Big Loz is a real prospect for a future British Heavyweight star.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gykusho "Fujizilla" Fujimoto (11-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -980) vs. Oldano "Taurus" Kalil (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #114, Underdog: +780)

Gyokusho Fujimoto is a fast rising prospect who looks set to be the next big Japanese Heavyweight star. He is an elite level kick boxer who has damaging power in both his hands and feet. Boasting a truly excellent sprawl that makes him very hard to take to the ground, he has the potential to be a major factor in the Heavyweight rankings. He challenged to the ALPHA-1 Heavyweight title in June 1999, but was defeated by the legendary Hassan Fezzik. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Khru Duangjan in ALPHA-1. Oldano Kalil is a big grappler, who likes to use his muscle mass and sheer size to bully opponents. One of the promising young stars of the Brazilian Heavyweight scene, many expect big things for Kalil.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kurt "Chopper" McDonald (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Underdog: +190) vs. Chuck "The Laughing Man" Dooley (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #111, Favorite: -240)

Kurt McDonald is a Heavyweight who looks like he could be one of the stars of the future. Noted for his big punching power and absolutely devastating leg kicks, he is also an accomplished wrestler. He is a very difficult fighter to stop. After generating a buzz for himself while working in Europe for SIGMA, he moved to the big leagues of GAMMA in January 1999. He is coming off his first career defeat, a Unanimous Decision loss to Tank Manu'a in GAMMA. Chuck Dooley is a hulking wrestler from Canada, and is the personification of explosive power. Boasting a fantastic double leg that hits with the force of a locomotive, he excels at putting people on their backs and destroying them with ground and pound.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Big Show" Sylvester Collins (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -570) vs. Norman "Conquest" MacAskill (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #109, Underdog: +450)

Sylvester Collins is a former pro football player who was a very good amateur wrestler in high school, a massive man who is surprisingly quick on his feet. Very powerful, although his main tactic is to obliterate his opponents by overpowering them with wrestling he also has knock out power in his hands. A cast member of the second season of Clash of the Titans, where he made it to the semi-finals before being beaten by Wilson Franklyn, he looks to be a good prospect for the future. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Joey Baddell at the Clash of the Titans Finale. Norman MacAskill fights out of Scotland, and is a big youngster who fights at Heavyweight but who could easily go into the Super Heavyweight division if he wanted to. An all-rounder, MacAskill can strike and wrestle, although he's nowhere near at an elite level in either.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The African Dream" Souleymane Ya Konan (12-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -710) vs. Gareth Grundy (10-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Underdog: +560)

Souleymane Ya Konan is a former kick boxing champion, and is one of the most intimidating men in MMA thanks to his size and intensity, if pre-match staredowns decided fights, he'd be unbeatable. His main weapon is his enormous punching power, but his kicks can do a lot of damage too. He is best known for his run with SIGMA, although he has shown a frustrating inconsistency there and has not really set the Heavyweight division alight as many expected he would. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Grzegorz Boniek in SIGMA. Gareth Grundy is a former college wrestling standout who now uses those grappling skills in MMA. He has the ability and power to smother opponents into defeat and can be a tricky customer to fight, but his awful stand-up is a huge glaring weakness.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ozzy Bintley (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -490) vs. "Longshore" Damien Jones (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +390)

Ozzy Bintley is a natural tough guy, and athletic freak of nature, who prior to getting involved with MMA he took part in triathalons and other endurance tests for fun, trained in boxing, and for a short time was even on the books as a professional for a major rugby club. With his boxing and obvious drive, he clearly had the potential to be something special in the making and it was no surprise when BCF signed him before he'd even made his pro debut. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Howard Pursglove in BCF. Damien Jones is a rugged brawler who boxed at an amateur level, and comes in swinging and simply doesn't let up. His roughhouse tactics may be crude, but they're difficult to counter.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Big Dog" Dave Lennon (16-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Favorite: -200) vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos (8-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Underdog: +150)

Dave Lennon is a big tough dude who quite enjoys Italian food, long walks on the beach, and beating people to a pulp within the confines of a steel cage. A brawler, pure and simple, he hits hard enough to be very dangerous even if the rest of his MMA game is pretty threadbare. A long-time stalwart of the BCF Heavyweight division, Lennon is not likely to ever challenge for the title but he makes a fine gatekeeper. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Stafford Alois in BCF. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos is a former FLB Heavyweight title contender, who is in his element when he can stand and bang with an opponent. Pretty one dimensional, and with an unfortunate habit of gassing out too quickly, he doesn't seem likely to ever trouble the elite. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Renato in FLB.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Muscles From The Midlands" Mark Bicknell (11-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Favorite: -1020) vs. "The Pride of Pakistan" Amir Ahmed (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Underdog: +810)

Mark Bicknell is a rare beast, a decent wrestler from the UK, a powerhouse who has the grappling skills to control opponents for long periods of time. What he lacks is a cutting edge, as other than a very nice line in guillotine chokes, Bicknell doesn't have many ways to finish off an opponent. A BCF regular, he has often been close to getting a title shot only the lose at a crucial time. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Michael Bannon in BCF. The Pride of Pakistan, Amir Ahmed is a ground and pound specialist who looks to be a good bet for future success. A wrestler by trade, he loves to take down opponents and start throwing bombs at their noggin.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Paulie "Blood Eagle" Albarado (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Even: -110) vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa (13-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Even: -110)

Paulie Albarado, known as Blood Eagle, is a Mexican Heavyweight who is best known for appearing on the second season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality show (although it was a short stint, he was eliminated in the first round by eventual winner Sam Hoynes). A grinder who wears down opponents with top control, Albarado has remained in the division post-COTT. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Razor Rivers in GAMMA. Felipe Luiz Rosa is a competent boxer, a bulky Heavyweight who can cause opponents plenty of problems as long as the fight is conducted on the feet, but any threat he poses is eradicated as soon as the fight goes to the ground. He is best known for his run with ALPHA-1, but was cut in 1999 and headed back to Brazil for a short run with FLB before they closed. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Josimar Martins in FLB.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Count" Jean-Pierre Richelleau (23-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -710) vs. Malcolm "Beef" Stew (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +560)

Jean-Pierre Richelleau has been one of Europe's leading Heavyweights since the early 1990's, a tall kick boxer with a penchant for head kick knockouts. He is a very difficult fighter to compete against due to his dangerous strikes, and usually large reach advantage, although the task of beating him becomes significantly easier if the fight turns into a grappling or ground battle. Approaching the end of his career, in recent years he has started to suffer increasing numbers of losses as his body started to break down after a long and punishing career. He is on a losing streak, and coming off a third round TKO loss to Jacco Landeweerd in SIGMA. Malcolm Stew is a tough Heavyweight from London. Very short, but extremely muscular, he hits hard and often with his trusty right hand and usually tries to simply out-punch his opponent.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Iancu Trailescu (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +120) vs. Sergio do Vale (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -160)

Iancu Trailescu is one of the tallest Heavyweights in MMA, a 6'10" Romanian striker, who has extremely dangerous kicks and, while his hands lack power, his long reach makes his punches a force to be reckoned with too. Like most tall fighters, his weakness is if he gets put on his back. He joined SIGMA at the start of 1998 but has failed to really make much of an impact. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Roope Kuqi in SIGMA. Sergio do Vale is a big Heavyweight fighter from Brazil, who can either box or wrestle, but his real threat comes if he can get his opponent down and start throwing some of his nasty ground and pound bombs. He is a former two-time challenger for the FLB Heavyweight title. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Murilo Satinho in an FLB Heavyweight title challenge.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Mr. Saturday Night" Phil Verdigree (24-16-1-2NC, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -400) vs. Hayden "The Face" Ellery (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +310)

Phil Verdigree is a tough guy from Cardiff, a decent boxer in his youth, he became interested in MMA when the sport was first taking off. Never in anything approaching great physical shape due to his love of junk food and beer, he has nonetheless managed to rack up more than a few wins over the years thanks to his trusty left hook, an iron jaw, and the fact that people continue to underestimate him. Hayden Ellery is a motormouth MMA fighter who loves to get in close and rough people up in the clinch. Not so great from distance, despite having trained in kick boxing for many years, or on the ground, Ellery will need to improve his all-around game if he is to be able to fight anywhere near as well as he can talk.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Rapid Fire" Gaby Corales (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Underdog: +190) vs. Morgan "Hoppy" Hopwood (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -240)

Gaby Corrales is a big ex-boxer who is well known for his quick flurries of punches and his excellent defensive skills. Although still a rookie, GAMMA signed him to take part in their Clash of the Titans TV show, probably to take advantage of his appeal to the hispanic market. He went out in the first round to Joey Baddell, but made amends in his proper debut when he won a Unanimous Decision over fellow cast member Clem Wolff. Morgan Hopwood is a former body builder, who has a ridiculously buff physique, looking more like a comic book character or the rendering of an over-enthusiastic graphics artist than a normal human. His extreme muscularity makes him an absolute powerhouse, although it does also make him slow and prone to gassing out.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Perry "Battleship" Potenkin (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -280) vs. "The Big Scot" Moray McWhirter (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +220)

Perry Potenkin is a huge beast of a man, who could easily fight as a Super Heavyweight if he wanted to but instead cuts down to Heavyweight. A grappler by trade, he likes to bully his opponents. His horrible cardio is a big weakness. If a decent team can get a hold of him and get him into proper fighting shape he'd be a real threat to any fighter out there. Moray McWhirter is a fighter who is happy standing and banging as he is grappling. Physically very powerful and blessed with a great chin, he's an ultra-tough human being and a real problem opponent for anyone.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Josuke Matsuzawa (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Underdog: +510) vs. "Mighty" Mort Slingsby (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Favorite: -640)

Josuke Matsuzawa is a big southpaw, a kick boxer by trade who has been fighting since 1999. Large enough to easily fight as a Super Heavyweight if he wanted to, he instead fights as a Heavyweight and uses his bulk to his advantage. ALPHA-1 signed him in mid-2001 after being impressed by his 6-0 record on the local scene. He lost a Unanimous Decision to Donnie Wang on his ALPHA-1 debut. Mort Slingsby is a powerful Greco-Roman wrestler from L.A., who loves to push his opponents against the cage wall and either work them over with short strikes or smash them into the ground with one of his big takedowns.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Bairei Akutagawa (3-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Underdog: -110) vs. "The Ass Man" Deverill Butt (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Favorite: -130)

Bairei Akutagawa is a tall, lean wrestler who has been fighting since 2000. He was signed by ALPHA-1 after only three fights, which is far more of a damning statement about the depth of their Heavyweight division then it is an endorsement of his skill set. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Takaaki Fukumitsu in his ALPHA-1 debut. Deverill Butt is a big wrestler who competes at Heavyweight. Not particularly mobile, what Butt does have is solid fundamental grappling skills and a beefy frame and so he is more than capable of smothering opponents into defeat.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sanraku Kawabata (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -1150) vs. "Mighty" Mitch Woodburn (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #103, Underdog: +910)

Sanraku Kawabata comes to MMA from a judo background, and is a dangerous opponent if he can get a hold of his opponent but his shoddy stand-up is a major source of weakness. ALPHA-1 signed him to their notoriously shallow Heavyweight division in 2001. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Gerson Mauricio in ALPHA-1. Mitch Woodburn is a big kick boxer from Wichita, Kansas. A powerful striker, he is more than capable of beating people up in a stand-up battle but lacks the wrestling or ground game to be anything more than a one-dimensional attacker.

 

Weigh-In Results

Murilo Satinho (265 lbs) vs. Paulo Boas (265 lbs)

Stafford Alois (265 lbs) vs. Pai Cheng (249 lbs)

Kanezane Fujii (265 lbs) vs. Josimar Martins (244 lbs)

Ikuhisa Tamura (244 lbs) vs. Laurence Lamping (243 lbs)

Gyokusho Fujimoto (248 lbs) vs. Oldano Kalil (265 lbs)

Kurt McDonald (265 lbs) vs. Chuck Dooley (248 lbs)

Sylvester Collins (265 lbs) vs. Norman MacAskill (265 lbs)

Souleymane Ya Konan (242 lbs) vs. Gareth Grundy (236 lbs)
Ozzy Bintley (243 lbs) vs. Damien Jones (237 lbs)

Dave Lennon (248 lbs) vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos (248 lbs)

Mark Bicknell (240 lbs) vs. Amir Ahmed (243 lbs)

Paulie Albarado (265 lbs) vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa (237 lbs)

Jean-Pierre Richelleau (251 lbs) vs. Malcolm Stew (241 lbs)

Iancu Trailescu (265 lbS) vs. Sergio do Vale (265 lbs)

Phil Verdigree (236 lbs) vs. Hayden Ellery (238 lbs)

Gaby Corrales (251 lbs) vs. Morgan Hopwood (252 lbs)

Perry Potenkin (265 lbs) vs. Moray McWhirter (265 lbs)

Josuke Matsuzawa (265 lbs) vs. Mort Slingsby (240 lbs)

Bairei Akutagawa (253 lbs) vs. Deverill Butt (247 lbs)

Sanraku Kawabata (265 lbs) vs. Mitch Woodburn (238 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 34 Full Fight Card

HW: Murilo Satinho vs. Paulo Boas

Hw: Stafford Alois vs. Pai Cheng

HW: Kanezane Fujii vs. Josimar Martins

HW: Ikuhisa Tamura vs. Laurence Lamping

HW: Gyokusho Fujimoto vs. Oldano Kalil

HW: Kurt McDonald vs. Chuck Dooley

HW: Sylvester Collins vs. Norman MacAskill

HW: Souleymane Ya Konan vs. Gareth Grundy

HW: Ozzy Bintley vs. Damien Jones

HW: Dave Lennon vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos

 

HW: Mark Bicknell vs. Amir Ahmed

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HW: Jean-Pierre Richelleau vs. Malcolm Stew

HW: Iancu Trailescu vs. Sergio do Vale

HW: Phil Verdigree vs. Hayden Ellery

HW: Gaby Corrales vs. Morgan Hopwood

HW: Perry Potenkin vs. Moray McWhirter

HW: Josuke Matsuzawa vs. Mort Slingsby

HW: Bairei Akutagawa vs. Deverill Butt

HW: Sanraku Kawabata vs. Mitch Woodburn

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Saturday, Week 4, June 2002

Live From Kingston, Ontario

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sanraku Kawabata (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -1150) vs. "Mighty" Mitch Woodburn (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Wichita, Kansas, Underdog: +910)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first fight of the night is Sanraku Kawabata taking on 'Mighty' Mitch Woodburn.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kawabata is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 30lbs at least on Woodburn. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Woodburn lands a jab and then hits a high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Kawabata aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Woodburn lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Kawabata is able to grab Woodburn.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) With Woodburn controlled by the clinch, Kawabata looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Woodburn is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard!

(Rd 1 - 03:57) In half guard, Kawabata begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Woodburn can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Kawabata tries to set up Woodburn for an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Kawabata gets the armbar fully applied and Woodburn has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Sanraku Kawabata takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Sanraku Kawabata defeats 'Mighty' Mitch Woodburn (Submission (Armbar) in 2:12 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Sanraku Kawabata praises his team at Mok Gar Dojo, his various fans, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Roope Kuqi, saying that "he can't beat me".

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Bairei Akutagawa (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: -110) vs. "The Ass Man" Deverill Butt (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Oakland, California, Favorite: -130)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Bairei Akutagawa competing against 'The Ass Man' Deverill Butt.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Akutagawa hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Butt is able to grab Akutagawa.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Butt is looking to muscle Akutagawa back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Akutagawa ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Akutagawa is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Akutagawa, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Butt is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Butt and Akutagawa remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) It looked like we were about to see Butt try and get some grappling started, but Akutagawa was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Akutagawa connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Stepping in, Akutagawa aggressively get a dominant clinch position.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Using his wrestling skills, Akutagawa is trying to push Butt up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Akutagawa can't move Butt at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Butt is looking to muscle Akutagawa back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Butt manages it and controls Akutagawa up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Butt looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Akutagawa proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Unable to get free, Butt is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Butt steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) A one-two from Akutagawa fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Butt is able to grab Akutagawa.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Butt is trying to muscle Akutagawa up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Butt achieves it, pinning Akutagawa to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Akutagawa is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Butt and Akutagawa remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Butt shows his grappling ability by trapping Akutagawa up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Akutagawa is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Taking a few gulps of breath, Butt is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Butt chooses to shoot in on Akutagawa.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Akutagawa gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) For the moment Butt is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Butt doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Butt doesn't allow Akutagawa to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Butt peppers Akutagawa with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Akutagawa tries to pull Butt in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Perhaps wary of submissions, Butt keeps extremely tight to Akutagawa and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Akutagawa tries to smother Butt by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Butt attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Butt throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Akutagawa tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(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 Butt.

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

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Akutagawa throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 04:42) With a clear opportunity, Butt is able to move in fast and clinch with Akutagawa.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Butt is trying to muscle Akutagawa up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Butt manages it and controls Akutagawa up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Akutagawa wrestles back against Butt, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Butt is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Butt appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Akutagawa took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Akutagawa throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Akutagawa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Moving in fast, Butt wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Butt is looking to muscle Akutagawa back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Butt achieves it, pinning Akutagawa to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Breathing very hard, Butt is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Tired but still with something left in his gas tank, Butt traps Akutagawa up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) In need of a breather, the fatigued Butt smothers Akutagawa against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about half a minute.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) Akutagawa, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the tired-looking Butt is exerting.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 3 - 00:38) The lack of progress forces referee William Yeats to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Butt.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Akutagawa stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Butt moves in and clinches.

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

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Akutagawa 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 - 04:55) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, Akutagawa timed it well and moved in to start a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Akutagawa is looking to muscle Butt back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Butt ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Butt is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Unable to get free, Butt is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Akutagawa is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Akutagawa looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Butt proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) 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 - 02:17) It looked like we were about to see Butt try and get some grappling started, but Akutagawa was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) A punch from Akutagawa fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Akutagawa lands a left hand and then hits Butt with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) Butt aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) Akutagawa throws a punch but Butt was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) Butt gets hold of Akutagawa.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) From the looks of things, I don't think Butt has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Butt is trying to muscle Akutagawa up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Butt achieves it, pinning Akutagawa to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Using tight body-to-body control, the exhausted-looking Butt is slowly wearing Akutagawa down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Occasional short punches are all that happen for around the next sixty seconds as the two tired-looking fighters try to get their wind back.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) An exhausted-looking Butt somehow manages to push Akutagawa back and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Both looking very tired, they see out the round hitting each other with short punches from that position.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Butt.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Akutagawa 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 - 04:46) Butt, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Akutagawa cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Butt lies on top of Akutagawa, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) Butt keeps tight to Akutagawa, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 03:38) Akutagawa tries to get double underhooks on Butt so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

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

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Butt tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Butt begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) He passes to side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Butt looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Butt throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Akutagawa tries to pull guard on Butt but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Butt throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) Butt blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Butt pounds away, landing several clean blows on Akutagawa in the process.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Butt fires away with right hands, but Akutagawa doesn't take much damage.

(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 Butt.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 50-45 (Millhouse Twain) and 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Ass Man' Deverill Butt!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Ass Man' Deverill Butt defeats Bairei Akutagawa (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Josuke Matsuzawa (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +510) vs. "Mighty" Mort Slingsby (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -640)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Josuke Matsuzawa squares off with 'Mighty' Mort Slingsby.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Slingsby is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 40lbs. That may be decisive.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Matsuzawa doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Slingsby had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Matsuzawa lands a jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Matsuzawa lands a jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Glaring at Slingsby, Matsuzawa motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Matsuzawa throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Slingsby moves in fast and clinches with Matsuzawa.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Slingsby is looking to muscle Matsuzawa back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Matsuzawa ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Slingsby smothers Matsuzawa up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Slingsby pins Matsuzawa up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Slingsby tries to take Matsuzawa down.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) The takedown is successful, Matsuzawa goes down.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Slingsby takes the back off the takedown.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Slingsby tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Matsuzawa blocks it.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Slingsby blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Slingsby tries to put Matsuzawa in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Slingsby flattens Matsuzawa out with the rear naked choke, but took too long because the round ends!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Slingsby took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Slingsby 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) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) A jab hits home from Matsuzawa and then he hits Slingsby with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Slingsby looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Matsuzawa throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Matsuzawa is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Matsuzawa can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Slingsby seizes the chance and grabs Matsuzawa into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Slingsby looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) The takedown is successful, Matsuzawa pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Slingsby tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Slingsby gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) Slingsby tries to lock Matsuzawa in an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) Matsuzawa doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Breathing very hard, Matsuzawa is looking ragged.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Slingsby is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Matsuzawa rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Slingsby attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) The rear naked choke is in deep, Matsuzawa has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Mort Slingsby takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'Mighty' Mort Slingsby defeats Josuke Matsuzawa (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:28 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mort Slingsby thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Mort Slingsby celebrates winning his debut fight with CTC. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Perry "Battleship" Potenkin (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Favorite: -280) vs. "The Big Scot" Moray McWhirter (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Underdog: +220)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Perry 'Battleship' Potenkin taking on 'The Big Scot' Moray McWhirter.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) A jab hits home from McWhirter and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Blood is visible on Potenkin, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) McWhirter connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Coming forward, Potenkin is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) McWhirter throws a punch but Potenkin was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) With a clear opportunity, Potenkin is able to move in fast and clinch with McWhirter.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) McWhirter ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Using tight body-to-body control, Potenkin is slowly wearing McWhirter down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) McWhirter is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Potenkin hits McWhirter, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Potenkin looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but McWhirter works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Potenkin is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) A jab lands from McWhirter, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Potenkin.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 1 - 01:17) McWhirter confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Potenkin looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but McWhirter simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) A jab lands from McWhirter, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) McWhirter hits a right jab and then hits Potenkin with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) For the first time, McWhirter is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Potenkin is bleeding again from just above his hairline, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) McWhirter uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(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 McWhirter.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Potenkin.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Potenkin aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) McWhirter connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter without taking too much damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) McWhirter ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Potenkin shows his grappling ability by trapping McWhirter up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Potenkin uses dirty boxing to punish McWhirter while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Breathing very hard, Potenkin is looking ragged.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Potenkin tries some dirty boxing, but McWhirter seizes the chance to create some space and break free.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) McWhirter lands a right hand and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) McWhirter is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) A jab lands from McWhirter, but Potenkin avoids a big left.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) McWhirter moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) McWhirter throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) McWhirter is looking really tired.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) McWhirter lands a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) He does so and now has McWhirter pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Potenkin uses dirty boxing to punish McWhirter while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut.

(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 Potenkin, but only a 10-9.

(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 - 04:50) Potenkin lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) McWhirter hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Potenkin steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) McWhirter can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Potenkin is able to grab McWhirter.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Potenkin is looking to muscle McWhirter back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Potenkin does it, McWhirter is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Potenkin looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Potenkin, despite being visibly almost out on his feet with exhaustion, manages to get McWhirter backed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Nothing really happens for the next minute or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches and trying to recover. Both fighters are looking very tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Showing good control, the exhausted Potenkin keeps McWhirter stuck against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) They spend the next minute or so in that position, hitting each other with tired-looking punches.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) McWhirter lands a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) McWhirter looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) A jab is wide from McWhirter, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) McWhirter can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) Potenkin is looking to muscle McWhirter back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) McWhirter doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) McWhirter tries to take Potenkin down.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) McWhirter can't get the takedown as Potenkin wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Potenkin manages it and controls McWhirter up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) The gas tank looks empty on Potenkin.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Potenkin is keeping McWhirter pressed up tightly against the cage despite his apparent exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Nothing at all happens for the rest of the round, they simply clinch up and try to recover a little. Both fighters look exhausted.

(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 Potenkin.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Potenkin 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 - 04:49) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Potenkin with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) McWhirter lands a jab and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) McWhirter looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Potenkin is able to grab McWhirter.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Potenkin is trying to muscle McWhirter up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) McWhirter doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Potenkin is trying to muscle McWhirter up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Potenkin manages it and controls McWhirter up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) Potenkin tries to keep him up against the cage, but McWhirter works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Moving in, Potenkin appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) McWhirter lands a jab and then hits Potenkin with a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) McWhirter closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Potenkin had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) McWhirter hits a right jab and then hits Potenkin with a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Potenkin steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) McWhirter lands a right hand and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) McWhirter lands a right hand and then catches Potenkin with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) McWhirter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Potenkin with a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) McWhirter hits a right hand, but Potenkin avoids a big left.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Coming forward, Potenkin is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) McWhirter hits a right jab and then hits Potenkin with a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) McWhirter lands a jab and then catches Potenkin with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) McWhirter closes in on Potenkin, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) McWhirter throws a one-two, but Potenkin was equal to it.

(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 McWhirter, but only a 10-9.

(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) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) A jab is wide from McWhirter, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Potenkin comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) A jab is wide from McWhirter, but then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) Potenkin seizes the chance and grabs McWhirter into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Potenkin is trying to muscle McWhirter up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Potenkin does it, McWhirter is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:46) Potenkin smothers McWhirter against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Potenkin pins McWhirter up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 03:12) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Potenkin smothers McWhirter against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Potenkin smothers McWhirter against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Potenkin looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but McWhirter works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 5 - 01:55) Potenkin, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 5 - 01:55) McWhirter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Potenkin with a straight left.

(Rd 5 - 01:35) McWhirter can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 5 - 01:19) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) Using his wrestling skills, Potenkin is trying to push McWhirter up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) Potenkin does it, McWhirter is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) Potenkin presses McWhirter up against the cage. Exhausted, he is clearly running on fumes now.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) To the annoyance of the crowd, the two exhausted fighters simply lean into each other in a sloppy clinch for a full minute, trying to get their breath back.

(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 Potenkin.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Perry 'Battleship' Potenkin!

 

 

Official Result: Perry 'Battleship' Potenkin defeats 'The Big Scot' Moray McWhirter (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Perry Potenkin 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 Toshiya Furube and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Rapid Fire" Gaby Corrales (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +190) vs. Morgan "Hoppy" Hopwood (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Favorite: -240)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Rapid Fire' Gaby Corrales competes against Morgan 'Hoppy' Hopwood.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Edward Wilde, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Corrales connects with two left hands and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Corrales confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Corrales connects with two left hands and then catches Hopwood with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) A quick flurry of punches from Corrales sees three of three hit home and then hits Hopwood with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Stepping in, Corrales lands three quick punches but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Hopwood, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands four out of a flurry of four punches and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Corrales lands a flurry of three quick punches and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Corrales hits a couple of minor left hands, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Corrales closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Hopwood had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Corrales connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) There's a takedown attempt from Hopwood.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Corrales cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Hopwood begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Hopwood shifts to mount.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Hopwood pounds away, Corrales is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Corrales turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Hopwood pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Corrales.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Hopwood fires away with punches, but Corrales deals with them fairly well.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Wow, great round, that has gotten the crowd rocking.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Corrales comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing five of them, and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Taking a few gulps of breath, Hopwood is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Hopwood, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Hopwood unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Corrales.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Hopwood may have hurt his hand while pounding away, judging from his body language.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon his chances of winning.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Hopwood looks very tired out there.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) In half guard, Hopwood begins working to get side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Corrales tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Corrales scrambles to his feet, but Hopwood grabs him from behind.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Hopwood tries to take Corrales down from behind.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Corrales defends the takedown well, and breaks away from the clutches of Hopwood entirely.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) Corrales is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) Corrales pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Corrales confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Hopwood lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Stepping in, Corrales throws five quick punches, three of which land, but can't connect with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Hopwood had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Attacking with a quick flurry, Corrales lands five of five punches and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Hopwood tries to goad Corrales into stepping in, leaning forward and purposely exposing his chin.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Corrales throws a punch but Hopwood was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Hopwood appeared to be going for a takedown, but Corrales took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Corrales connects with two left hands and then catches Hopwood with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Corrales can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Hopwood with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Corrales closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Hopwood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Corrales took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Corrales throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Corrales, 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 - 04:52) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Corrales lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Corrales lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) It looks like Hopwood has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Corrales is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Hopwood clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Corrales hits two left jabs and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Corrales lands two jabs and then hits Hopwood with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Corrales moves in behind three quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then hits Hopwood with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Corrales is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) A jab is wide from Corrales, but then he catches Hopwood with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Hopwood warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Corrales moves in behind four quick punches, all of them landing, but can't connect with a right to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Corrales moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands a flurry of four punches but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Corrales comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Corrales seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Corrales.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Hopwood in between rounds.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Corrales hits a left jab and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Hopwood clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) A quick flurry of three punches from Corrales sees all of them hit home and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Hopwood is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) A flurry of three punches from Corrales see them all connect and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Corrales motions for Hopwood to come on and fight.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Hopwood looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Corrales simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) A tired-looking Hopwood shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Corrales pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) That's his third takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Hopwood throws several small strikes at Corrales, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) Corrales tries to get double underhooks on Hopwood so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Perhaps wary of submissions, Hopwood keeps extremely tight to Corrales and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Corrales tries to pull Hopwood in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Hopwood begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Corrales finds his opponent too skilled, and Hopwood passes guard into side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Hopwood looks to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) He is too good for Corrales, and has mount.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Corrales eats a hard elbow strike that landed right on his cheek.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) The strikes are hard enough to force Corrales to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process!

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Hopwood looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Hopwood unloads with big rights, but Corrales covers up well.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Hopwood.

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Attacking with intent, Corrales scores with a flurry of three punches but Hopwood avoids a big right.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Corrales looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Hopwood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Corrales took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Corrales connects with two left hands and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) A jab hits home from Corrales and then he catches Hopwood with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) A flurry of three punches from Corrales see one of them land and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Stepping in, Corrales throws five quick punches, three of which land, and then hits Hopwood with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:56) Hopwood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Corrales took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 01:56) Corrales throws three quick punches, all easily avoided or blocked, and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) Corrales comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, but Hopwood evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) Corrales lands two jabs, but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(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 Corrales.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Rapid Fire' Gaby Corrales wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Rapid Fire' Gaby Corrales defeats Morgan 'Hoppy' Hopwood (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gaby Corrales thanks God, his sponsors, and all of his supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and responds by calling out Sylvester Collins, saying he will kick his ass.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Mr. Saturday Night" Phil Verdigree (24-16-1-2NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Favorite: -400) vs. Hayden "The Face" Ellery (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Liverpool, England, Underdog: +310)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Mr. Saturday Night' Phil Verdigree going up against Hayden 'The Face' Ellery.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Verdigree hits a right hand, but Ellery avoids a big left.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Verdigree can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Ellery with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Verdigree lands a right hand and then catches Ellery with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Ellery tries to intimidate his opponent with some quality trash talk.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Circling, Ellery clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Verdigree hits a couple of minor right hands, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Verdigree connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Verdigree throws a hook to the body, but Ellery steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Verdigree can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Verdigree hits two right jabs and then hits Ellery with a left to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) For the first time, Verdigree is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Ellery keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Verdigree throws a two-punch combo but Ellery avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Seizing the opportunity, Ellery clinches.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Ellery is looking to muscle Verdigree back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Ellery manages it and controls Verdigree up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Verdigree is trapped against the cage and Ellery hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Verdigree.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Ellery tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Verdigree is able to stop it.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Ellery attempts to use a close-range elbow strike but Verdigree pulls the clinch tighter.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Verdigree takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Breathing very hard now, Verdigree is looking a little ragged.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) A jab is wide from Verdigree, but then he hits a nice straight left.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Verdigree.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Ellery hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Verdigree hits a right jab and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Ellery aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) A jab hits home from Verdigree and then he hits Ellery with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Blood is visible on Ellery, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Verdigree hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Verdigree lands a right hand and then catches Ellery with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Ellery scores with two weak, flicked right hand jabs.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Verdigree throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Verdigree can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Verdigree tries to wriggle free, but Ellery controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Verdigree looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Ellery uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Verdigree as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Using his wrestling skills, Ellery is trying to push Verdigree up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Ellery manages it and controls Verdigree up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Ellery.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) We're back underway!

(Rd 2 - 01:42) A punch from Verdigree fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Verdigree tries to wriggle free, but Ellery controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Ellery is looking to muscle Verdigree back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Ellery does it, Verdigree is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Ellery catches Verdigree with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Verdigree takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Ellery took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Verdigree comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Verdigree throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Verdigree lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Verdigree looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Ellery is able to grab Verdigree.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Ellery uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Verdigree as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Verdigree tries to wriggle free, but Ellery controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Ellery hits Verdigree with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 3 - 03:26) Ellery is trying to muscle Verdigree up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:26) Verdigree ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Ellery smothers Verdigree against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Ellery uses dirty boxing to punish Verdigree while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Ellery hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Verdigree takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Stanley Wright brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Ellery is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Verdigree moves in on Ellery, preparing to throw.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Verdigree hits a right jab and then hits Ellery with a straight left.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) Verdigree fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Ellery with a straight left.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Verdigree lands a right hand and then hits Ellery with a straight left.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) Verdigree can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Ellery is able to grab Verdigree.

(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 Ellery, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Ellery is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Verdigree throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) With a clear opportunity, Ellery is able to move in fast and clinch with Verdigree.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Ellery uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Verdigree as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Ellery is trying to push Verdigree so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) He does so and now has Verdigree pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Ellery drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Verdigree is trapped against the cage and Ellery hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Ellery smothers Verdigree against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Ellery catches Verdigree with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:05) Ellery catches Verdigree with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Ellery is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Ellery attempts to hit a knee but Verdigree tightens the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:34) With no progress being made, referee Stanley Wright separates the two fighters.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Verdigree throws a punch but Ellery avoids it.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) With a clear opportunity, Ellery is able to move in fast and clinch with Verdigree.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Ellery is looking to muscle Verdigree back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Verdigree ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) Ellery attempts to hit a knee but Verdigree tightens the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Ellery drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Ellery uses dirty boxing to punish Verdigree while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) Ellery uses dirty boxing to punish Verdigree while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Ellery catches Verdigree with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Ellery appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Verdigree took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) A jab lands from Verdigree, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ellery, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Verdigree 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 - 04:50) Verdigree throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Ellery hits Verdigree with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Ellery tries to wrestle Verdigree backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) He does so and now has Verdigree pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Ellery looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Ellery uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Ellery drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 03:23) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Verdigree gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:01) Ellery scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) Verdigree is trapped against the cage and Ellery punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) Verdigree fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree without taking too much damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Verdigree gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Ellery uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Ellery uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Verdigree.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Ellery is trying to push Verdigree so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Ellery manages it and controls Verdigree up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Ellery hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Ellery hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) The gas tank looks empty on Ellery.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) Ellery goes for a knee to the thigh but Verdigree pulls the clinch tighter to block it.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Ellery smothers Verdigree against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Verdigree uses his wrestling skills to prevent Ellery from throwing any knee strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Ellery 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 give a score of 49-46.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Hayden 'The Face' Ellery!

 

 

Official Result: Hayden 'The Face' Ellery defeats 'Mr. Saturday Night' Phil Verdigree (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hayden Ellery name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Hayden Ellery celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. He gave a good performance, engaging with the crowd and making himself look great.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Iancu Trailescu (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Bucharest, Romania, Underdog: +120) vs. Sergio do Vale (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -160)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Iancu Trailescu goes head to head with Sergio do Vale.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Trailescu steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) do Vale lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Trailescu fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Trailescu moves forward, constantly trying to pressure do Vale into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Trailescu moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Trailescu can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) do Vale lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Trailescu quickly throws a punch and lands it and then lands a right kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Trailescu comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) do Vale manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Trailescu hits two right jabs and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Trailescu comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) do Vale hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Trailescu uses a right jab but do Vale evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Trailescu dances round with his hands low, making a big show of how easy he is finding this.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Trailescu comes forward, walking down do Vale.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) do Vale fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Trailescu moves in behind three quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Trailescu steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) do Vale appeared to be going for a takedown, but Trailescu took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Trailescu can't connect with a jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Trailescu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) do Vale lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Trailescu lands a right jab but a big left head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Trailescu goes to a traditional stance.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Moving forward constantly, Trailescu is pressuring do Vale.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) do Vale fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Trailescu lands a jab and then he hits do Vale with a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Trailescu moves forward, constantly trying to pressure do Vale into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) do Vale manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Trailescu lands a jab and then he catches do Vale with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) For the first time, Trailescu is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Trailescu comes forward, walking down do Vale.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Trailescu avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Trailescu connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Trailescu slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a low kick that narrowly misses.

(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 Trailescu.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Trailescu forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) do Vale fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Trailescu hits a right hand but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Trailescu steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) do Vale throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Trailescu connects with a jab but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Trailescu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) do Vale fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) A jab is wide from Trailescu, but then he hits a high left kick to the side of the head.

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

(Rd 2 - 03:04) do Vale hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Trailescu lands a right hand and then he hits do Vale with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Trailescu, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) do Vale looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) He has the takedown! Trailescu pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) do Vale lands a glancing elbow strike on Trailescu.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Trailescu tries to move from half guard to full guard, but do Vale doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) do Vale pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Trailescu.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Trailescu tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) do Vale tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) do Vale blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) In half guard, do Vale begins working to get side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Trailescu fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) The scramble results in do Vale being on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Trailescu doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Trailescu throws a few relatively weak left hands.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) do Vale glances an elbow strike off the top of the head of Trailescu.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Trailescu tries to pound on do Vale with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Trailescu deflects a couple of punches that do Vale threw from below.

(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 do Vale.

(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 and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) do Vale misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Trailescu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Trailescu steps into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) A jab hits home from Trailescu and then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) do Vale is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Trailescu comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) do Vale tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) A jab hits home from Trailescu and then he catches do Vale with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Trailescu comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) do Vale hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Trailescu lands a right hand and then he catches do Vale with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Looking very tired, Trailescu clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) do Vale tries to take Trailescu down.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) He gets a big takedown and he is left on top of a turtled up Trailescu.

(Rd 3 - 03:26) Trailescu takes the opportunity to stand up, albeit under back control.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) do Vale looks for a trip takedown while holding Trailescu from behind.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) do Vale gets the takedown with apparent ease, Trailescu could do nothing to stop it.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Trailescu lands on his hands and knees with do Vale on top.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) do Vale pounds away and Trailescu struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) do Vale pounds away on Trailescu, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) do Vale pounds away with right hands, Trailescu is getting smashed!

(Rd 3 - 02:34) With do Vale pounding away, referee William Yeats stops the fight!

(Rd 3 - 02:16) The winner, by TKO; Sergio do Vale!

 

 

Official Result: Sergio do Vale defeats Iancu Trailescu (TKO (Strikes) in 2:44 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sergio do Vale thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Count" Jean-Pierre Richelleau (23-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Normandy, France, Favorite: -710) vs. Malcolm "Beef" Stew (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +560)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Count' Jean-Pierre Richelleau takes on Malcolm 'Beef' Stew.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Richelleau is much taller than his opponent, towering over him as the referee gives them their instructions.

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

(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 - 04:18) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Richelleau is well off-target with a high kick and that leaves him wide open. Stew attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Stew hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Richelleau hits a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Stew comes forward, walking down Richelleau.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Richelleau hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Stew lands a left hand and then he hits Richelleau with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Stew comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Richelleau hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Stew throws a two-punch combo but Richelleau avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Stew comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Richelleau hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Stew throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Stew tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Richelleau is off target with a pair of jabs and also can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Richelleau hits a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Stew misses a jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Richelleau smiles, which is generally a sign that that last shot hurt him.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Stew can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Richelleau with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Richelleau looks a little shell-shocked too.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Stew stalks forward, pressuring Richelleau.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Richelleau lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) A one-two from Stew fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Richelleau is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Stew hits a left jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) For the first time, Stew is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Stew lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Richelleau is off-target with two jabs but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Stew hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Richelleau lands a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Stew uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Taking a few gulps of breath, Richelleau is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Stew lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Richelleau lands a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Stew misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Stew is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Stew doesn't connect with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Richelleau is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Stew is limping slightly.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Richelleau dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Stew scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Richelleau uses a pair of left jabs and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Richelleau hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Stew misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Stew looks very tired out there.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Richelleau steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Stew fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Richelleau 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 Stew, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Stew 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 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Richelleau lands a left jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Stew hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Richelleau is trying to push Stew so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Richelleau does it, Stew is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Richelleau pins Stew up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Breathing very hard, Richelleau is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Stew takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Richelleau tries to hit him with a knee, but Stew works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Stew hits a jab and also scores with a great right hook. Richelleau is off-target with a jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

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

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Richelleau slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Stew seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Richelleau misses with a big right hand, allowing Stew to counter with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Looking glassy-eyed, Richelleau staggers backward...he may have been stunned by that last blow!

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Stew throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Richelleau, but he is just able to avoid it.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Stew misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Richelleau comes in with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Richelleau tries to wrestle Stew backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) He does so and now has Stew pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Richelleau looks very, very tired.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Showing his ability to control opponents, Richelleau fights through his apparent exhaustion and smothers Stew against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) They remain there for the remainder of the round, barely active, with both fighters clearly absolutely gassed.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Stew ahead 29-28.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Richelleau slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a head kick that is off-target.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) With control of the clinch, Richelleau tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Richelleau doesn't get it, Stew blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Clinched with Stew, Richelleau looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Richelleau can't get Stew down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Stew is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Stew comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Richelleau lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Stew throws a one-two, but Richelleau was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Stew connects with a jab, but Richelleau evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Stew looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Richelleau seizes the chance and grabs Stew into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Richelleau looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Richelleau tries to wrestle Stew backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) He does so and now has Stew pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Richelleau hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Looking physically spent, Richelleau buys some recovery time by smothering Stew up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) A full minute elapses with virtually nothing happening. Both fighters are clearly absolutely shattered and happy to get a breather by clinching up.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) Richelleau smothers Stew against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 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 4 - 00:27) Stew is limping a little bit.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Richelleau connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Stew doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Richelleau took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(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) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Richelleau slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Richelleau is trying to muscle Stew up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Richelleau achieves it, pinning Stew to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Richelleau catches Stew with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) Richelleau drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Stew is trapped against the cage and Richelleau hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Richelleau tries to hit him with an elbow, but Stew works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) Richelleau slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Richelleau is trying to push Stew so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Richelleau does it, Stew is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Stew is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Unable to break free despite his opponent's obvious exhaustion, Stew is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) They spend the next minute or so in that position, both fighters looking absolutely shattered.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, an exhausted-looking Richelleau keeps Stew stuck against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) The referee warns them to stay active but they're both so exhausted that they simply remain where they are, barely doing anything more than leaning into each other, for a full minute.

(Rd 5 - 00:44) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Moving forward constantly, Stew is pressuring Richelleau.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Stew looks to pressure Richelleau, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) A jab is wide from Stew, but then he hits Richelleau with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Richelleau 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 give scores of 48-47 (Millhouse Twain), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 48-47 (Christina Shaw).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Count' Jean-Pierre Richelleau!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Count' Jean-Pierre Richelleau defeats Malcolm 'Beef' Stew (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jean-Pierre Richelleau 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Paulie "Blood Eagle" Albarado (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Toluca, Mexico, Even: -110) vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa (13-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Paulie 'Blood Eagle' Albarado takes on Felipe Luiz Rosa.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Albarado is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 25lbs at least on Rosa. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Albarado scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Rosa connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Albarado chooses to shoot in on Rosa.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Rosa is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Albarado tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Albarado throws some elbows but Rosa deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Albarado tries to pound on Rosa with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) With no progress being made, referee William Yeats brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Albarado appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rosa took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) A jab hits home from Rosa and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Rosa hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(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 Albarado, 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 - 04:50) There's a takedown attempt from Albarado.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Rosa cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Time slips away as Albarado successfully keeps Rosa stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Albarado fires off a few punches.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) The lack of progress forces referee William Yeats to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Rosa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Albarado with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Albarado chooses to shoot in on Rosa.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Rosa cannot stop the takedown and only catches Albarado in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Albarado fires off some lefts, but Rosa isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Looking to catch his breath, Albarado is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Albarado unloads with lefts, but does fairly minimal damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Albarado took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Albarado up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Rosa throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Albarado quickly shoots on Rosa.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Rosa is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Albarado unloads with elbows, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Rosa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Albarado off of him.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down.

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

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Time slips away as Albarado successfully keeps Rosa stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) For the first time, Albarado is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Albarado may have been setting up to shoot, but Rosa aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Rosa hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Albarado may have been setting up to shoot, but Rosa aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Rosa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Two defensive jabs hit from Albarado, but neither had any power.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) A jab hits home from Rosa and then he hits Albarado with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Rosa lands a jab and then hits Albarado with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) There's a takedown attempt from Albarado.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) He has the takedown! Rosa pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) He continues to enjoy a 100% takedown completion rate in this fight.

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

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Rosa 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 and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Rosa looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Albarado, but Rosa was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Rosa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Albarado with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) It looks like Albarado has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Rosa is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Rosa steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Albarado, but Rosa was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Rosa connects with a nice jab and then hits Albarado with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:34) Rosa moves in on Albarado, preparing to throw.

(Rd 4 - 03:34) A jab hits home from Rosa and then he hits Albarado with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Rosa closes in on Albarado, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) A few deep breaths betray that Rosa is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 02:37) Rosa confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 02:37) Rosa throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Rosa looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Rosa lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Rosa looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Albarado warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Rosa lands a left hand and then hits Albarado with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:38) Rosa hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) With Albarado bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) We're back underway!

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Rosa lands a left jab, but Albarado evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) A jab is wide from Rosa, but then he catches Albarado with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Rosa steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Albarado shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Rosa cannot stop the takedown and only catches Albarado in half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(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 Rosa.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Rosa 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 for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Rosa moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Albarado appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rosa took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Rosa throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Rosa looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) Rosa confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 5 - 04:22) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Rosa lands a left hand and then hits Albarado with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) The gash under the eye of Albarado has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) Rosa lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Albarado appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rosa took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Albarado, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) The takedown is successful, Rosa pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Rosa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Albarado off of him.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Rosa.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse), 48-47 (Christina Shaw) and 49-46 (Ian Rivers).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Paulie 'Blood Eagle' Albarado!

 

 

Official Result: Paulie 'Blood Eagle' Albarado defeats Felipe Luiz Rosa (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Paulie Albarado thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Chuck Dooley "better be prepared" because he is coming for him.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Muscles From The Midlands" Mark Bicknell (11-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Coventry, England, Favorite: -1020) vs. "The Pride of Pakistan" Amir Ahmed (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Karachi, Pakistan, Underdog: +810)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'The Muscles From The Midlands' Mark Bicknell takes on 'The Pride Of Pakistan' Amir Ahmed in the CTC Heavyweight division.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Bicknell uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Ahmed shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Bicknell gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Time slips away as Ahmed successfully keeps Bicknell stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Ahmed starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Ahmed attempts an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Bicknell defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Ahmed blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Ahmed begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Advancing his position, he gets mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Ahmed pounds away with right hands and Bicknell is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Referee William Yeats jumps in and stops the fight as Bicknell went limp!

(Rd 1 - 01:27) The winner, by knock out; Amir Ahmed!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Pride Of Pakistan' Amir Ahmed defeats 'The Muscles From The Midlands' Mark Bicknell (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Amir Ahmed thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Amir Ahmed says that he knows that beating Mark Bicknell is a big upset but that he always believed in himself.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

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CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Big Dog" Dave Lennon (16-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Exeter, England, Favorite: -200) vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos (8-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +150)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is our first main fight of the night, in which 'The Big Dog' Dave Lennon squares off with Kerlon Guerra de Bastos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Lennon hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) de Bastos finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Lennon lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) de Bastos hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) de Bastos hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Lennon hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) de Bastos misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Lennon attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Lennon slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Lennon steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) de Bastos hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Lennon uses a left jab but de Bastos avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) de Bastos comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Lennon throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) de Bastos lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) de Bastos comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Lennon hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) de Bastos can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Lennon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Lennon misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Bastos comes in with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Lennon scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. de Bastos lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) de Bastos backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow!

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Lennon lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, de Bastos got a partial block that saved him.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Lennon misses with a big right hand, allowing de Bastos to counter with a right hook.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) de Bastos misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Lennon misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Lennon looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Lennon is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Taking a few gulps of breath, de Bastos is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) de Bastos hits a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Lennon misses with a left jab but scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 03:45) de Bastos hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Lennon knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on de Bastos, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Lennon pounds away on de Bastos, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Lennon fires away with punches, but de Bastos doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Lennon blocks de Bastos as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Lennon unloads with some right hands, but de Bastos deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Lennon blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Lennon pounds away, but de Bastos calmly deals with them.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) de Bastos tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Lennon fires off some rights, but de Bastos isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) Lennon blocks de Bastos as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) In side control, Lennon catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Lennon blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Lennon pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on de Bastos.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Lennon unloads with some right hands, but de Bastos deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) de Bastos tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Lennon.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 04:15) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:15) de Bastos misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) Lennon finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) de Bastos uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) A few deep breaths betray that Lennon is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) de Bastos dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) de Bastos is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) de Bastos lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Lennon lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Lennon doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Lennon comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) de Bastos hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Lennon throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) de Bastos lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Lennon finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Lennon lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) de Bastos scores with a jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Lennon initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) de Bastos fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Lennon throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Lennon misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) de Bastos finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Lennon hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) A strike has re-opened the cut above the eye of Lennon.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) de Bastos looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Clinched with Lennon, de Bastos looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) It doesn't work, Lennon defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to de Bastos, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to de Bastos.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Lennon.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Lennon connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) de Bastos lands a left jab and also scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 4 - 04:43) Lennon is knocked down!

(Rd 4 - 04:43) de Bastos knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Lennon, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 4 - 04:43) de Bastos pounds away, landing several clean blows on Lennon in the process.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) de Bastos unloads with big right hands, but Lennon is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) From the looks of things, I don't think Lennon has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) de Bastos pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Lennon.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) de Bastos unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 4 - 03:05) de Bastos pounds away on Lennon, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) de Bastos looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Lennon tries to pull guard on de Bastos but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 4 - 02:37) de Bastos fires off some rights, but Lennon isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) de Bastos fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) de Bastos blocks Lennon as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) de Bastos fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) de Bastos tries to pound on Lennon, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) de Bastos blocks Lennon as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) de Bastos pounds away, but Lennon isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:11) de Bastos blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Lennon 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 - 04:47) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) de Bastos hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Lennon connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Lennon hits a left jab and also hits a good right hand. de Bastos hits a good right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Lennon lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) de Bastos is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) de Bastos 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 Lennon, he knows that this is a chance to finish!

(Rd 5 - 03:56) A right cross thumps into de Bastos!

(Rd 5 - 03:48) de Bastos can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard!

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Lennon starts pounding away on de Bastos, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Lennon pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock de Bastos.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) The gas tank looks empty on Lennon.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) Lennon pounds away with rights, but de Bastos covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 5 - 03:12) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 5 - 02:57) Lennon fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 5 - 02:43) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Lennon pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) The gas tank looks empty on de Bastos.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Lennon begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Lennon almost gets the mount, but de Bastos bucks his hips and starts scrambling.

(Rd 5 - 01:42) The scramble sees Lennon up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) de Bastos smothers Lennon against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) Lennon is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 01:05) de Bastos hits Lennon, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Lennon is trapped against the cage and de Bastos punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) de Bastos pins Lennon up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:09) Lennon is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(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 Lennon.

(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 Lennon.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain: 48-47 de Bastos.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse: 48-47 de Bastos.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Kerlon Guerra de Bastos wins by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Kerlon Guerra de Bastos defeats 'The Big Dog' Dave Lennon (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kerlon Guerra de Bastos thanks everyone connected to Combat Team Curitiba 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. There's no doubt that Kerlon Guerra de Bastos benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ozzy Bintley (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Worcester, England, Favorite: -490) vs. "Longshore" Damien Jones (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Gilbert, Arizona, Underdog: +390)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Ozzy Bintley goes up against 'Longshore' Damien Jones.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Jones comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Bintley fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Jones throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Jones misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Jones uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Bintley hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Jones hits a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Bintley hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Jones doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Bintley manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry but misses with a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Jones scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Bintley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Bintley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Jones lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Bintley backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Jones tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but just misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Jones uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Bintley finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

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

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Bintley slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Jones comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Bintley fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Jones can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Jones doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Displaying tight boxing skills, Bintley hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Bintley lands two jabs and also lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Jones lands two jabs and also connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Jones counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Jones is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Bintley slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Backing off, Jones stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt!

(Rd 2 - 03:14) A right cross catches Jones but lacked power.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Jones steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Bintley hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Jones throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Jones forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Bintley hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Jones connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Bintley dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Bintley scores with a brace of jabs and also connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Jones is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Bintley can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Bintley shows his good guard by absorbing a three punch flurry.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Jones misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Bintley took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Bintley.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Bintley misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Jones hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Bintley hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Bintley is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Bintley counters a right hand with a nice left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Jones 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 - 03:38) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Jones scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Displaying tight boxing skills, Bintley throws a flurry of three punches that end with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Jones looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him!

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Bintley moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Jones goes down!

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Bintley starts pounding away on Jones, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Bintley pounds away on Jones, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 3 - 02:38) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Ozzy Bintley takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Ozzy Bintley defeats 'Longshore' Damien Jones (TKO (Strikes) in 2:33 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ozzy Bintley 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The African Dream" Souleymane Ya Konan (12-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, Favorite: -710) vs. Gareth Grundy (10-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Venice Beach, California, Underdog: +560)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The African Dream' Souleymane Ya Konan takes on Gareth Grundy.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Grundy looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ya Konan simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Ya Konan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Grundy with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) Ya Konan closes in on Grundy, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) Ya Konan lands a left jab, but Grundy avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) A jab hits home from Ya Konan and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Grundy.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) A jab is wide from Ya Konan, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Backing off, Grundy looks very wobbly, I think he may be hurt!

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Ya Konan acts fast, moving in and flooring Grundy with a right hand to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Moving quickly, Ya Konan comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Incredibly, Grundy holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Grundy makes Ya Konan step back by throwing a vicious up-kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) On his back, Grundy watches as Ya Konan comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Ya Konan is quick, Grundy can't stop him getting side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Ya Konan fires away with punches, but Grundy doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Grundy tries to pull guard on Ya Konan but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Ya Konan begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) The scramble results in Grundy being on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Ya Konan fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Grundy pulls Ya Konan close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Ya Konan fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Ya Konan leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Grundy.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Ya Konan throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Ya Konan gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face.

(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 Ya Konan, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Ya Konan, 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 - 04:50) A jab is wide from Ya Konan, but then he hits Grundy with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Ya Konan moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Grundy appeared to be going for a takedown, but Ya Konan took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Ya Konan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Grundy with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Ya Konan lands a left hand and then catches Grundy with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Grundy wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Ya Konan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Grundy is knocked down!

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Ya Konan knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Grundy, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Ya Konan pounds away on Grundy, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Referee Leo Behan pulls Ya Konan away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 2 - 03:36) The winner, by TKO; Souleymane Ya Konan!

 

 

Official Result: 'The African Dream' Souleymane Ya Konan defeats Gareth Grundy (TKO (Strikes) in 1:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Souleymane Ya Konan 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Big Show" Sylvester Collins (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Favorite: -570) vs. Norman "Conquest" MacAskill (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Aberdeen, Scotland, Underdog: +450)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Big Show' Sylvester Collins squaring off with Norman 'Conquest' MacAskill.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Collins enters, he is from around here.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Collins comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) MacAskill connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Collins wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) MacAskill connects with a nice jab and then catches Collins with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) MacAskill moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) A punch from MacAskill fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) MacAskill can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Collins gets hold of MacAskill without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Collins is looking to muscle MacAskill back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Collins does it, MacAskill is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Collins presses MacAskill into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Smothered against the cage, MacAskill cannot get free.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) MacAskill wrestles back against Collins, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) MacAskill closes in on Collins, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Collins appeared to be going for a takedown, but MacAskill took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) MacAskill lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Collins steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) MacAskill lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Collins looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) MacAskill fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Collins with a straight right.

(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 MacAskill.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected MacAskill to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Collins.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Collins isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he shoots in at the wrong moment.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) MacAskill throws a punch but Collins avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Collins moves in fast and shoots on MacAskill.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) MacAskill stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) MacAskill lands a jab and then catches Collins with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) MacAskill is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Collins steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) MacAskill hits a left jab and then hits Collins with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) The gash under the eye of Collins has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) MacAskill fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Collins gets hold of MacAskill.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Collins catches MacAskill with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Collins looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) It doesn't work, MacAskill defended against it well.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Collins looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) It's unsuccessful, MacAskill maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Collins uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches MacAskill to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Collins tries to wrestle MacAskill backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) He does so and now has MacAskill pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) MacAskill, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Collins is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Collins tries to maintain control, but MacAskill wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) For the first time, Collins is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Collins uses a left jab but misses with a right hand. MacAskill hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) MacAskill clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Collins uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches MacAskill to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Collins tries to wrestle MacAskill backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Collins does it, MacAskill is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins hits him with a quick elbow.

(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 Collins, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Collins.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Several red marks around his ribs show that MacAskill has taken some heavy shots to the body tonight.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Collins had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) A punch from MacAskill fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) MacAskill looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) MacAskill hits a left jab and then catches Collins with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) A few deep breaths betray that MacAskill is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) MacAskill lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) MacAskill doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) MacAskill is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Collins scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:26) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:26) Collins misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. MacAskill comes in with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) MacAskill lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Collins misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Collins is looking to muscle MacAskill back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) He does so and now has MacAskill pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Collins goes to use some dirty boxing, but MacAskill is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Collins drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Collins smothers MacAskill against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 3 - 00:38) Collins smothers MacAskill against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Collins hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Collins is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Collins tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but MacAskill uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(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 Collins.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Collins up 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) MacAskill definitely has a large bruise starting to develop on his body, that has got to hurt.

 

 

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) MacAskill connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Collins misses with a left jab but lands a powerful right hook!

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Collins took an accidental eye poke there, that looked nasty.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) He is given time to recover.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) The fight resumes.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Collins tries to wrestle MacAskill backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Collins manages it and controls MacAskill up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) MacAskill gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) MacAskill uses his wrestling skills to prevent Collins from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) MacAskill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) Collins goes to use some dirty boxing, but MacAskill is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) Collins tries to use dirty boxing against MacAskill, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Collins looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Leo Behan restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) MacAskill seems to be fighting against exhaustion, I'm not sure he has much left to give.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Collins slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Collins is looking to muscle MacAskill back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Collins does it, MacAskill is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) MacAskill is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) MacAskill has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) Collins looks for an elbow strike, but MacAskill works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Collins hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) MacAskill lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) The gas tank looks empty on MacAskill.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Collins hits a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) MacAskill finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Collins is trying to muscle MacAskill up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Collins manages it and controls MacAskill up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The gas tank looks empty on Collins.

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

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

(Rd 4 - 00:00) MacAskill 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 tries to stop the bleeding for MacAskill 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 - 04:55) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Collins hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) MacAskill lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Collins misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. MacAskill attacks with a nice left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) Collins may have been setting up to shoot, but MacAskill aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) MacAskill can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) MacAskill lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) Collins misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Collins hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) MacAskill hits a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:57) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:57) Collins hits MacAskill with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) MacAskill tries to wriggle free, but Collins controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Collins is trying to muscle MacAskill up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Collins achieves it, pinning MacAskill to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) Collins smothers MacAskill against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) MacAskill uses his wrestling skills to prevent Collins from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) MacAskill takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 01:05) MacAskill uses his wrestling skills to prevent Collins from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 5 - 00:13) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:13) Collins is trying to push MacAskill so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:13) Collins doesn't manage it though, MacAskill 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 has to go down as a 10-9 round to Collins.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 49-46.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Big Show' Sylvester Collins!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Big Show' Sylvester Collins defeats Norman 'Conquest' MacAskill (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sylvester Collins name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Sylvester Collins says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kurt "Chopper" McDonald (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Auckland, New Zealand, Underdog: +190) vs. Chuck "The Laughing Man" Dooley (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -240)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Kurt 'Chopper' McDonald battles Chuck 'The Laughing Man' Dooley.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Dooley enters, he is from around here.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) McDonald confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Dooley appeared to be going to try and get in close, but McDonald took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) McDonald fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Dooley with a hard low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) McDonald hits a right jab and then hits Dooley with a powerful body kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) McDonald connects with two right hands and then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) From the looks of it, that shot may have smashed the jaw of Dooley.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) McDonald lands a jab and then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) McDonald lands two jabs, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) McDonald lands a right hand and then catches Dooley with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) McDonald lands a jab and then scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) McDonald connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Dooley scores with a weak, flicked right hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) McDonald can't connect with a jab, but then hits Dooley with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) McDonald is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Dooley is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) McDonald moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) McDonald uses a right jab, but sees the following low kick get caught!

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Seizing his chance, Dooley attempts a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) McDonald gets taken down and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Dooley is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Dooley passes guard, but McDonald was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Somehow, the scramble leaves McDonald under the north-south control of Dooley.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Dooley loses control of McDonald, who scrambles quickly.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The scramble leaves McDonald on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Dooley tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Dooley pounds away on McDonald, but few of the shots lands clean.

(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 McDonald.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:49) McDonald lands a jab and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Dooley shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) McDonald cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Dooley lies on top of McDonald, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) In guard, Dooley is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Time slips away as Dooley successfully keeps McDonald stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Dooley starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) McDonald tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Dooley manages to come out on top with side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Dooley fires away with right hands, but McDonald doesn't take much damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) McDonald tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Dooley pounds away on McDonald, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Dooley blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Dooley attempts the mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) McDonald desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) McDonald scrambles to his feet, but Dooley immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) Dooley pins McDonald up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) McDonald, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Dooley is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) A stalemate endures until the end of the round as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(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 Dooley, 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 for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) A jab hits home from McDonald and then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) McDonald hits a right jab and then catches Dooley with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) McDonald is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) A jab is wide from McDonald, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) McDonald confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) A jab is wide from McDonald, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Limping quite noticeably, Dooley is definitely feeling the damage to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Dooley appeared to be going to try and get in close, but McDonald took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) A jab lands from McDonald, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) A jab hits home from McDonald and then he scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) McDonald can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Dooley appeared to be going for a takedown, but McDonald took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) McDonald fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Dooley with a stunning left hook!

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Dooley is out! It's all over!

(Rd 3 - 02:21) By knock out, the winner is Kurt McDonald!

 

 

Official Result: Kurt 'Chopper' McDonald defeats Chuck 'The Laughing Man' Dooley (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:39 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kurt McDonald name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Kurt McDonald celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gyokusho "Fujizilla" Fujimoto (11-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Favorite: -980) vs. Oldano "Taurus" Kalil (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +780)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Gyokusho 'Fujizilla' Fujimoto battling Oldano 'Taurus' Kalil.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) A flurry of three punches from Fujimoto see one of them land but Kalil steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Fujimoto lands three of three quick punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Kalil.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Moving around, Kalil is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) A flurry of three punches from Fujimoto see them all connect and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Fujimoto comes in fast with five quick punches, landing three of them, and then hits Kalil with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Attacking with a quick flurry, Fujimoto lands five punches and then catches Kalil with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Fujimoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Circling warily, Kalil is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) A jab is wide from Fujimoto, but then he hits Kalil with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Kalil hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Fujimoto throws a punch but Kalil avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Kalil moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Fujimoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Fujimoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Kalil with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Fujimoto lands a jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) A quick flurry of five punches from Fujimoto sees all of them hit home and then hits Kalil with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Fujimoto can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Fujimoto on my card, Kalil was well behind.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Fujimoto 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 Kalil can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:54) A flurry of three punches from Fujimoto see three of them land and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Fujimoto comes in fast with four quick punches, landing three of them, but Kalil dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) For the first time, Fujimoto is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Limping slightly, Kalil is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Fujimoto comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing two of them, and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Kalil.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) A flurry of four punches from Fujimoto see them all connect and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Fujimoto lands two left hands and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Kalil may have a broken rib after that strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Any sort of significant damage to the ribs is going to leave Kalil in a world of trouble.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Fujimoto attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Kalil throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) A jab is wide from Fujimoto, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Fujimoto stalks forward, pressuring Kalil.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Kalil fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Two jabs hit home from Fujimoto and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Fujimoto comes forward, walking down Kalil.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Kalil manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Fujimoto fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Fujimoto comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Kalil manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Fujimoto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Kalil limps slightly as he circles.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Fujimoto steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Kalil manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Fujimoto can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Fujimoto is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Looking very tired, Fujimoto clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Kalil gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Fujimoto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Fujimoto uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kalil.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Fujimoto is trying to push Kalil so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Fujimoto does it, Kalil is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Fujimoto smothers Kalil against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Fujimoto on my card, Kalil was well behind.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Kalil will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Kalil misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Fujimoto to attack with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Fujimoto is breathing very hard.

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

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Fujimoto feints one way and then the other, throwing Kalil off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Kalil misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Fujimoto attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a quick kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Kalil has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Fujimoto slips past a left hook and counters with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Kalil is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Kalil has an obvious limp as he circles.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Kalil misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Fujimoto comes in with two jabs that are followed by a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Kalil looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go!

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Fujimoto moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Kalil is rocked again!

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Referee Stanley Wright has seen enough and jumps in to stop the fight! Kalil wasn't offering enough intelligent defence.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) The winner, by TKO; Gyokusho Fujimoto!

 

 

Official Result: Gyokusho 'Fujizilla' Fujimoto defeats Oldano 'Taurus' Kalil (TKO (Strikes) in 3:40 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gyokusho Fujimoto thanks everyone connected to J1 Circle 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. Gyokusho Fujimoto proved to be a charismatic interviewee.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ikuhisa Tamura (23-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Hiroshima, Japan, Favorite: -760) vs. "Big Loz" Laurence Lamping (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Swindon, England, Underdog: +600)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Ikuhisa Tamura goes head to head with 'Big Loz' Laurence Lamping.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Tamura comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Lamping scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Tamura throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Tamura moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Lamping into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Lamping hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) A one-two from Tamura fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Relentlessly walking down his opponent, Tamura comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Tamura confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) A one-two from Tamura fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Tamura attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Lamping scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Tamura throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Lamping dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Tamura moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Lamping into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Lamping fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Tamura can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Tamura comes forward, walking down Lamping.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Lamping hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) A one-two from Tamura fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Tamura comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Lamping throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Tamura throws a one-two, but Lamping was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Lamping slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Lamping aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Tamura lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Lamping misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Tamura to attack with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) For the first time, Tamura is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Shoulders hunched, Tamura studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Tamura initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Lamping manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Tamura throws a two-punch combo but Lamping avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Lamping misses with a big right hand, allowing Tamura to counter with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Lamping just about edged it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Tamura, 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 - 04:55) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Lamping hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Tamura scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) Lamping is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover!

(Rd 2 - 04:41) A right cross thumps into Lamping!

(Rd 2 - 04:32) A right cross thumps into Lamping!

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Tamura moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Lamping is rocked again!

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Referee Stanley Wright jumps in and saves Lamping from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 04:26) That's poor refereeing in my opinion, referee Stanley Wright should have gotten in there and stopped the bout faster.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) The winner, by TKO; Ikuhisa Tamura!

 

 

Official Result: Ikuhisa Tamura defeats 'Big Loz' Laurence Lamping (TKO (Strikes) in 0:39 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ikuhisa Tamura gives a name-check to everyone at Top Team Japan, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Lamping for a tough fight. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Great Japanese Hope" Kanezane Fujii (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -800) vs. Josimar Martins (17-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +630)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Great Japanese Hope' Kanezane Fujii goes up against Josimar Martins.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, Fujii is probably at least 20lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Martins to try and overcome.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Martins lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Fujii hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Martins almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Fujii moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Martins goes down!

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Fujii starts pounding away on Martins, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Fujii pounds away with rights, Martins is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 1 - 04:23) With Martins taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 04:03) The winner, by TKO; Kanezane Fujii!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Great Japanese Hope' Kanezane Fujii defeats Josimar Martins (TKO (Strikes) in 0:57 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kanezane Fujii thanks everyone connected to J1 Circle 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.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Brixton Butcher" Stafford Alois (28-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Brixton, England, Underdog: -110) vs. Pai Cheng (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Favorite: -130)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Brixton Butcher' Stafford Alois goes up against Pai Cheng in the CTC Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Alois throws a punch but Cheng avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Cheng moves in fast and clinches with Alois.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Cheng starts trying to set-up up a suplex.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a suplex! He gets side control of it!

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Cheng looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Alois tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Alois prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Cheng from getting hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Alois tries a roll, but doesn't budge Cheng.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Cheng successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Cheng, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Alois doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Alois tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) With both hooks in, Cheng tries to flatten Alois out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Alois doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Alois tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Cheng unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Cheng pounds away and Alois eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Cheng pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Alois!

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Alois appears to go limp and the referee dives in and pulls Cheng away - it's all over!

(Rd 1 - 00:28) The winner, by knock out; Pai Cheng!

 

 

Official Result: Pai Cheng defeats 'The Brixton Butcher' Stafford Alois (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Pai Cheng praises his team at Tai Sheng Men Society, 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.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Urso Grande" Murilo Satinho (12-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Paulo Boas (19-14, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Urso Grande' Murilo Satinho faces Paulo Boas in the CTC Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Satinho shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Boas gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Satinho unloads with big right hands and Boas is struggling to cope!

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Satinho throws a quick, ultra-nasty elbow strike to the head.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Boas.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Satinho pounds away and Boas is struggling to stay conscious!

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Referee William Yeats jumps in quickly as Boas has gone out!

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Murilo Satinho takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'Urso Grande' Murilo Satinho defeats Paulo Boas (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Murilo Satinho thanks God, his sponsors, and all of his supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

Attendance: 23

Gate Reciepts: $2,378

Sponsorship: $23,726

Ad Revenue: $35,544

Merchandise: $4,499

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $164,280)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Murilo Satinho            $16,970      Paulo Boas               $1,680       KotN: Satinho: $5,000
                                                                             Perf: Satinho: $5,000
Pai Cheng                 $12,720      Stafford Alois           $22,480      FotN: Both: $10,000
Kanezane Fujii            $11,290      Josimar Martins          $1,680       Perf: Fujii: $5,000
Ikuhisa Tamura            $5,950       Laurence Lamping         $1,920
Gyokusho Fujimoto         $6,290       Oldano Kalil             $1,440
Kurt McDonald             $4,080       Chuck Dooley             $1,920
Sylvester Collins         $4,420       Norman MacAskill         $1,920
Souleymane Ya Konan       $4,080       Gareth Grundy            $1,560
Ozzy Bintley              $2,720       Damien Jones             $1,680
Kerlon Guerra de Bastos   $3,740       Dave Lennon              $2,880
Amir Ahmed                $6,800       Mark Bicknell            $2,300       Perf: Ahmed: $5,000
Paulie Albarado           $2,250       Felipe Luiz Rosa         $2,100
Jean-Pierre Richelleau    $3,450       Malcolm Stew             $1,200
Sergio do Vale            $2,100       Iancu Trailescu          $2,300
Hayden Ellery             $7,400       Phil Verdigree           $1,400       Perf: Ellery: $5,000
Gaby Corrales             $2,400       Morgan Hopwood           $1,200
Perry Potenkin            $1,350       Moray McWhirter          $110
Mort Slingsby             $7,400       Josuke Matsuzawa         $1,400       SotN: Slingsby: $5,000
Deverill Butt             $2,250       Bairei Akutagawa         $1,400
Sanraku Kawabata          $2,550       Mitch Woodburn           $1,500

 

 

Drug Testing: $22,520

Production: $22,431

 

Profit: $-143,084

 

Critical Rating: 67%

Commercial Rating: 48%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -1.5%             78.0% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -1.2%             84.5% (High Level Regional)
UK                  +1.6%             77.8% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.0%             49.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           +0.5%             62.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +0.8%             62.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +1.2%             57.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +0.7%             48.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +0.8%             56.7% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +1.2%             73.0% (High Level Regional)
Central America     +0.4%             58.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.0%             29.0% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Paulo Boas, Stafford Alois, Josimar Martins, Laurence Lamping, Oldano Kalil, Norman MacAskill, Gareth Grundy, Damien Jones, Dave Lennon, Mark Bicknell, Felipe Luiz Rosa, Malcolm Stew, Iancu Trailescu, Phil Verdigree, Morgan Hopwood, Moray McWhirter, Josuke Matsuzawa, Bairei Akutagawa, and Mitch Woodburn.

- The services of Chuck Dooley have been retained per Canandian fighter rules.

- Chuck Dooley sufferd a broken jaw in his loss to Kurt McDonald, he will miss three weeks of training, but will likely have plenty of time before his next fight.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

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Sunday, Week 4, June 2002

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Tower of Power" Tim Boyer (27-5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -960) vs. "Big" Joss Wiltshire (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #123, Underdog: +760)

Tim Boyer is a veteran Heavyweight, one of the most difficult fighters in North America to take on due to his size, massive reach, and ability to simultaneously use the clinch to both shut down the opponents offence and do serious damage himself. He is particularly noted for how devastating his knee strikes are. A GAMMA regular, he has beaten pretty much every Heavyweight who has fought for the company with the sole exception of James Foster, who he has not been able to unseat as champion. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Duke Aiona in GAMMA. Joss Wiltshire was a standout wrestler in college who is now looking to make an impact on MMA. A powerful competitor who loves to use his grappling to control and wear down opponents, he has also been trained in the art of submission wrestling and is extremely good at finishing opponents off with holds once he gets on top of them.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Brazilian Bomber" Gladstone Lopes (16-2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -890) vs. "Granite" Kevin Portman (13-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +710)

Gladstone Lopes is a kick boxer by trade and is highly respected for his raw punching power and killer leg kicks. However, he is far from a one-dimensional striker as he also has a very underrated grappling game too. After a few matches with FLB he came on the radar of GAMMA, who signed him in December 1998. Promoted heavily from day one, he had his first Heavyweight title shot in 2000, and despite many predictions from the media that he would win, he fell in defeat to James Foster for his first pro loss. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Tony McCall in GAMMA. Kevin Portman is possibly the most physically intimidating man in MMA, and is a former bodybuilder who looks like he was carved from granite, hence the nickname. Unfortunately for him, his skills do not match his look, and although he can do damage because of the power he possesses, he is no match for the elite in the sport.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Elzo Alves Moura (14-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tadasu Tsukahara (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #115, Underdog: +950)

Elzo Alves Moura is a very tough customer, who has the twin threats of being able to knock opponents out with his powerful hands or submit them with his jiu-jitsu prowess. He has very few weaknesses, making him one of the most dangerous Heavyweights around. He was the very first FLB Heavyweight champion, but lost the belt, and the subsequent match, to Murilo Satinho. Now a regular with ALPHA-1 and in his prime, many expect him to do well in Japan. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Ikuhisa Tamura in ALPHA-1. Tadasu Tsukahara is a big submission based wrestler, who is one of the new generation of Japanese fighters that many have high hopes for. Very capable on the ground, he just needs experience and to work on his ragged striking game.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Christopher "The Knife" Sharp (35-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -510) vs. "The Destroyer" Libor Pudil (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #110, Underdog: +400)

Christopher Sharp is the biggest MMA star that never was, an elite wrestler who could toss opponents around like rag dolls, everyone felt he was going to be a poster boy for the sport. He fizzled out though, primarily because of his glass chin and poor striking, and by the time GAMMA started becoming big he was already an afterthought. He returned to the limelight in 1999, rejoining GAMMA for an unlikely attempt at a career rebirth having worked hard on his striking while working the local circuit. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Norman Pike in GAMMA. Libor Pudil is ultra muscular, a Heavyweight prospect who uses his incredible power to bully opponents. His lack of ways to end a fight is an issue as he doesn't have the gas tank to engage in lengthy battles of attrition, as is his pedestrian striking.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Not-So-Gentle-Giant" Fritz Phipps (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -1200) vs. Terry "Sitting" Bull (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #87, Underdog: +950)

Fritz Phipps is a big slugger from Manchester, who likes to load up his right hands and swing, but also has a very underestimated wrestling game too. His most potent weapon, however, is his nasty ground and pound. Few survive if they end up with Phipps on top of them with space to start throwing bombs. Phipps suffered his first pro defeat in May 1999, getting beaten by Percy Catcher, but has since gone on to get his career back on track. He is on a winning streak, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Reynolds Baer in BCF. Terry Bull is a lumbering Heavyweight from England. Nominally a wrestler who specializes in ground and pound tactics, but his lack of mobility, cardio, and all-around skills mean that he's usually fighting on the defensive. He started his career brightly, destroying hand-picked cans to get him some wins, but since stepping up in competition and competeing against some real talent he has found life much harder.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Sweet Baby" Tank Manu'a (20-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Swedish Predator" Ed Bensson (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +950)

Tank Manu'a is American Samoa's first MMA representative, and is a weighty problem for any opponent. Using his bulk he is more than capable of keeping opponents on the ground, either subjecting them to ground and pound attacks or grinding out wins by controlling them for long periods of time. A regular in the GAMMA Heavyweight division, he has struggled to make an impression at 265 lbs and it is thought that he will likely jump to the Super Heavyweight division at some point. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kurt McDonald in GAMMA. Ed Bensson is a lanky Swedish kick boxer, who is always in great shape and could well be a major player down the line. Fighting at Heavyweight, the 6'7" striker is particularly adept at using his height to his advantage by delivering killer knee strikes.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Urban Cowboy" Steve Mason (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -430) vs. Shing Lai (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #102, Underdog: +340)

Steve Mason is a rising star in the Heavyweight division, a former kick boxer who possesses dangerous strikes and also has some underrated ground and pound. Having racked up a perfect 11-0 record on the local scene, GAMMA brought Mason in to take part in the Clash of the Titans TV show. He was eliminated at the quarter-final stage by eventual winner Sam Hoynes in the "battle of the cowboys". He made a disappointing full debut towards the end of 2001, getting tapped out with ease by Antonio Rimando. Shing Lai is a massive Chinese fighter who comes from a folk wrestling background. Noted for having an explosive takedown for such a big man, his stock in trade is brutal ground and pound, smashing his opponent with hammerfists.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Reynolds "Grizzly" Baer (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +270) vs. Nate "Big Mac" MacReary (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Favorite: -350)

Reynolds Baer is a big English Heavyweight, who likes to use his grappling skills to wear down opponents before putting them down and finishing them with his powerful ground and pound. His natural strength also translates to his strikes and he has the power to make things very uncomfortable for anyone who stands with him. He joined BCF in late 1998 and has since gone on to become one of the big threats in the division. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Fritz Phipps in BCF. Nate MacReary is about as forgiving as a brick wall, an enormously powerful freak athlete. He is a tough opponent to be saddled with, virtually unmovable due to his size, strength, and wrestling skill, once he has hold of his victim theres usually not much chance of escape.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Dallas Cowboy" Sam Hoynes (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -950) vs. Lachlan "The Thing" Bowen (12-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #107, Underdog: +750)

Sam Hoynes is a big cowboy, a tough Heavyweight fighter who came to fame when he won the second season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show, earning a guaranteed five fight contract in the process. A solid wrestler with some nasty ground and pound and underrated submissions, he is one for the future. Smartly, Hoynes has joined the Halvorsen's team sincce his career-making COTT experience and that is bound to take him to the next level. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Wilson Franklyn at the Clash of the Titans Finale. Lachlan Bowen is a powerhouse wrestler from Canada, who is a tough customer, but lacks the skill to pose too many attacking questions. That said, anybody who takes him lightly is in for a rude awakening.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Halifax Smasher" Linton Renn (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Favorite: -580) vs. "The MVP" Manny Van Post (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Underdog: +460)

Linton Renn is a big, powerful fighter from England. He has big punching power, albeit without much technique behind it, and can also smother opponents with grappling. He signed with BCF in late 1998 and has become a good test for other Heavyweights. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Tyke Milligan in BCF. Manny Van Post is a big tough Dutch Muay Thai specialist, a powerful striker who can never be taken lightly. Noted for his vicious kicks, he has also spent time learning enough wrestling and anti-Jiu-Jitsu to make sure that even when he is out of his comfort zone, he isn't out of the fight.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Stjepan "The Mammoth" Andric (16-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -460) vs. Ilson de Lima (18-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Underdog: +360)

Stjepan Andric is a huge fighter from Zadar in Croatia, who uses his power and bulk to crush his way through opponents, often bullying them into a decision defeat. He is usually found in the SIGMA Heavyweight division. After years of struggling to find consistency, in recent years he has found his stride and started moving up to the top end of the rankings and is now a genuine threat to the title. He is on a winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Stratos Papaioannou in SIGMA. Ilson de Lima is a 6'5" Brazilian kick boxer who is known for his physical strength and brutal kicks. A handful for anyone in a stand-up fight, he also has competent grappling skills, but his ground game is poor and easily exploitable by anyone who can get him to the floor. A veteran of the sport, he is one of the top names on the Brazilian regional scene.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Big Trouble" Jacco Landeweerd (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -1180) vs. Jacques "The Executioner" Perron (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #83, Underdog: +940)

Jacco Landeweerd is another one of the fine kick boxers that the gyms of the Netherlands has produced, a big bruiser who looks to be a tough test for any Heavyweight. He joined SIGMA in 1999, his first case of major league competition, and has quickly risen up the rankings by finishing all four of his opponents so far despite having been the underdog in each fight. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Jean-Pierre Richelleau in SIGMA. Jacques Perron is a big Heavyweight bruiser from France, a fairly one-dimensional slugger who relies almost exclusively on the combination of his hard right hand and solid chin.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kozue Amori (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Underdog: +200) vs. Vitor de Melo (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Favorite: -260)

Kozue Amori is a submission wrestling specialist, who joined ALPHA-1 in the summer of 2001 after putting together a 6-0 record on the local circuit. A prospect for sure, many see him as one of the big hopes for Japanese Heavyweight MMA. Unfotunately his ALPHA-1 debut saw him take his first pro defeat, a Unanimous Decision loss to Eien Kawano, but his future remains bright. Vitor de Melo is a physically intimidating Heavyweight from Brazil who nobody can take lightly. He has devastating power in his hands and is not shy about using it. As well as his knock out threat, he also has extremely underrated wrestling skills and some vicious ground and pound at his disposal. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Raimundo Pinheiro in FLB.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Darius "Best In Show" Best (3-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Underdog: +110) vs. Paulo Sergio Parente (7-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Favorite: -150)

Darius Best is a competent kick boxer, who turned pro in late 1998 and took only three years to get picked up by GAMMA, appearing on season two of the Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Eliminated by Harv Dennis in the first episode, Best stuck around in the Heavyweight division after, making his official debut with a defeat at the hands of fellow castmate Lars-Gunnar Ekberg. Paulo Sergio Parente is a Vale Tudo fighter from Brazil, who is extremely limited and his only real threat is if his opponent chooses to stand with him and gets clipped by a wild haymaker.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Dangerous" Randall Donnelly (14-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Favorite: -630) vs. "The Big Bopper" Barry Strachan (26-19, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Underdog: +500)

Randall Donnelly is big and strong, his size alone making him a threat to opponents. He likes to get in close and grapple, but also has big canned hams for hands and so can deliver knock out blows at times. He fought for GAMMA for a few years, but was cut in 2000 after a three fight losing run, although in his defence he was paired with some absolute killers during that time. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Rav Kapur in GAMMA. Barry Strachan is a hired gun who is quite happy to turn up on short notice if there's a payday involved. He was one of the first generation of MMA fighters, back when matches were basically caged street fights and the guy who punched the hardest could win comfortably. The business passed him by a long time ago and now he's just fodder for up and coming Heavyweights.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gerson Mauricio (11-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -850) vs. Jukichi Ito (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #106, Underdog: +670)

Gerson Mauricio is a vicious striker, a knock out artist who has fight ending power in both his hands and feet. If he could improve his ground game and wrestling to be even half as dangerous as his stand-up, he'd become a major force. He joined ALPHA-1 in 1996 and was rising quickly, even being talked about as a potential title challenger, before getting knocked out by Mason Archer in early 1998. Since taking his first defeat his career has gone completely off the rails and losses have come thick and fast. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Sanraku Kawabata in ALPHA-1. Jukichi Ito is a big burly wrestler, a rookie Heavyweight fighter who likes to impose himself on his opponent by getting up close. It's hard to judge his potential prior to his pro debut, but talk amongst his trainers is he could be one to watch.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Morgan "The Maori" Wakarewarewa (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -450) vs. Aston "The Joker" Merryman (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +350)

Morgan Wakarewarewa is a massive New Zealander, a promising young Heavyweight who could be one of the stars of the future. A hugely powerful beast of a fighter who can manhandle most opponents with ease, he also has naturally heavy hands. Aston Merryman is a colorful addition to MMA's Heavyweight ranks, a larger than life personality and jovial attitude are bound to make him a fan favorite wherever he goes. A grappler, Merryman is at his best when he can get up close and unleash his potent submission game on opponents.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Roope "The Second Generation Star" Kuqi (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Favorite: -1060) vs. Antonio "The Hulk" Santos (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Underdog: +870)

Roope Kuqi is the eldest son of Finland's first ever professional MMA fighter (Veeti Kuqi), and has been training towards a career in the sport since he was very young. A giant of a man, he has inherited the powerful heavy hands that were his dad's main weapon but has added a strong wrestling base and defensive skills that make him a much more complete mixed martial artist and therefore more of a threat. He has been fighting in SIGMA's Heavyweight division since 2000 and steadily moving up the ranks by bullying opponents into defeat. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Iancu Trailescu in SIGMA. Antonio Santos is a powerhouse from Brazil, a human battering ram who simply smashes his way through opponents with his raw strength and vicious striking.

 

 

CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Razor Rivers (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: ##30, Even: -110) vs. Nelson Kenney (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Even: -110)

Razor Rivers is a kick boxer, who had only two professional fights when GAMMA came calling, signing him up to be part of their Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Rivers went out in the first round, to Antonio Rimando by submission, but has stayed around with the company even after the show has ended. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Paulie Albarado in GAMMA. Nelson Kenney is a big Heavyweight from London, who likes to club at opponents with his huge fists until they break. A pure brawler, he may be tough and have a lot of guts but his lack of versatility and poor cardio are career-breakers and you can't really see him achieving much in MMA.

 

Weigh-In Results

Tim Boyer (265 lbs) vs. Joss Wiltshire (237 lbs)

Gladstone Lopes (265 lbs) vs. Kevin Portman (244 lbs)

Elzo Alves Moura (244 lbs) vs. Tadasu Tsukahara (247 lbs)

Christopher Sharp (265 lbs) vs. Libor Pudil (242 lbs)

Fritz Phipps (245 lbs) vs. Terry Bull (265 lbs)

Tank Manu'a (265 lbs) vs. Ed Bensson (252 lbs)

Steve Mason (242 lbs) vs. Shing Lai (255 lbs)

Reynolds Baer (254 lbs) vs. Nate MacReary (246 lbs)

Sam Hoynes (249 lbs) vs. Lachlan Bowen (239 lbs)

Linton Renn (240 lbs) vs. Manny Van Post (243 lbs)

Stjepan Andric (254 lbs) vs. Ilson de Lima (251 lbs)

Jacco Landeweerd (244 lbs) vs. Jacques Perron (242 lbs)

Kozue Amori (243 lbs) vs. Vitor de Melo (251 lbs)

Darius Best (248 lbs) vs. Paulo Sergio Parente (240 lbs)

Randall Donnelly (239 lbs) vs. Barry Strachan (240 lbs)

Gerson Mauricio (248 lbs) vs. Jukichi Ito (244 lbs)

Morgan Wakarewarewa (252 lbs) vs. Aston Merryman (251 lbs)

Roope Kuqi (265 lbs) vs. Antonio Santos (252 lbs)

Razor Rivers (238 lbs) vs. Nelson Kenney (246 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 35 Full Fight Card

HW: Tim Boyer vs. Joss Wiltshire

HW: Gladstone Lopes vs. Kevin Portman

HW: Elzo Alves Moura vs. Tadasu Tsukahara

HW: Christopher Sharp vs. Libor Pudil

HW: Fritz Phipps vs. Terry Bull

HW: Tank Manu'a vs. Ed Bensson

HW: Steve Mason vs. Shing Lai

HW: Reynolds Baer vs. Nate MacReary

HW: Sam Hoynes vs. Lachlan Bowen

HW: Linton Renn vs. Manny Van Post

 

HW: Stjepan Andric vs. Ilson de Lima

HW: Jacco Landeweerd vs. Jacques Perron

HW: Kozue Amori vs. Vitor de Melo

HW: Darius Best vs. Paulo Sergio Parente

HW: Randall Donnelly vs. Barry Strachan

HW: Gerson Mauricio vs. Jukichi Ito

HW: Morgan Wakarewarewa vs. Aston Merryman

HW: Roope Kuqi vs. Antonio Santos

HW: Razor Rivers vs. Nelson Kinney

[CageRage]

 

 

Sunday, Week 4, June 2002

Live From Sarnia, Ontario

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Razor Rivers (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Plano, Texas, Even: -110) vs. Nelson Kenney (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the prelim fights is Razor Rivers battling Nelson Kenney.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Rivers initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Kenney tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) A jab hits home from Rivers and then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Rivers steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Rivers connects with a nice jab and then catches Kenney with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Rivers attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Kenney throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) A jab lands from Rivers but Kenney avoids a big left.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Kenney misses with a big right hand, allowing Rivers to counter with a quick right jab and a body kick that fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Rivers steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Kenney fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Rivers uses a right jab but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Rivers dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a clean left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Kenney smiles, which is generally a sign that that last shot hurt him.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Rivers hits a right hand, but a big left to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Rivers is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Kenney with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Rivers steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Kenney fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Rivers lands a right hand and then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Kenney isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Rivers lands a jab and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Rivers scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Kenney hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Kenney appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Rivers confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Rivers can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice left hook to the ribs.

(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 Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Kenney 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 - 04:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Rivers steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Rivers steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Kenney with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Rivers is looking really tired.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Rivers steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Kenney hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Rivers connects with a jab but Kenney evades a big left punch.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Kenney clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Rivers lands a right hand and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Rivers comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Kenney fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Rivers lands a jab and then he lands a left hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Rivers comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Kenney misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Rivers lands a right jab but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Rivers comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Kenney misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Rivers throws a two-punch combo but Kenney avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) A jab hits home from Rivers and then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Kenney.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Rivers clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Kenney is looking to muscle Rivers back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Rivers ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Rivers looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Rivers is trapped against the cage and Kenney hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Rivers takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Kenney smothers Rivers against the cage, then hits him with a vicious knee to the ribs!

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Kenney hits Rivers, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(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 Kenney.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Kenney.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:54) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Kenney is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Rivers gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Kenney uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Kenney is looking to muscle Rivers back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Kenney does it, Rivers is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Kenney smothers Rivers against the cage, then hits him with a hard elbow.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Kenney pins Rivers up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Kenney smothers Rivers against the cage, then hits him with a vicious knee to the ribs!

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Rivers is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Kenney is keeping Rivers pressed up tightly against the cage despite the fact that he is looking increasingly tired.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) The grappling continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters only occasionally throwing short strikes. Both competitors look very fatigued.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Rivers looks utterly exhausted, he has absolutely nothing left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Rivers doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Kenney has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Rivers looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Kenney looks very, very tired.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Kenney hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Rivers scores with a jab but misses a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Rivers comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Kenney hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Rivers connects with a nice jab and then he hits Kenney with a left to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Kenney uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Rivers as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) Kenney uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Rivers as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Kenney tries to wrestle Rivers backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Kenney achieves it, pinning Rivers to the cage.

(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 Kenney.

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

(Rd 3 - 00:00) As he sits on his stool, Rivers 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 come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Kenney is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Rivers lands a right jab and also lands with a right hand to the body.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) Kenney counters a body shot with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Rivers comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Kenney fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Kenney with a straight left.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) Kenney uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) Rivers finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Rivers steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Kenney fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) A jab is wide from Rivers, but then he scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Rivers attacks with strikes.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Kenney throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Rivers comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Kenney hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Rivers throws a one-two, but Kenney was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Rivers comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Kenney hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Rivers throws a two-punch combo but Kenney avoids both.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Rivers comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Kenney lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Rivers can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Rivers misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Kenney looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Rivers throws a punch but Kenney avoids it.

(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 Kenney.

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

 

 

Round 5

 

 

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

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Kenney with a straight left.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Kenney comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Rivers lands a jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Kenney, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Rivers throws a punch but Kenney was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Kenney is able to grab Rivers.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Kenney looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) A great inside leg trip sees Rivers get thrown to the mat and Kenney is left in guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:37) Kenney keeps tight to Rivers, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Rivers tries to pull Kenney in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Kenney keeps very tight to Rivers and peppers him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Rivers tries to pull Kenney in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Kenney lies on top of Rivers, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) Kenney smothers Rivers with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Kenney lies on top of Rivers, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Kenney keeps very tight to Rivers, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Rivers tries to smother Kenney by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 01:04) Kenney throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Rivers dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good left hook.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Kenney took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Benjamin Milligan III), 49-46 (Shaunagh Irvine) and 49-47 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Nelson Kenney wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Nelson Kenney defeats Razor Rivers (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Nelson Kenney 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 Paulie Albarado, saying he will kick his ass.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Roope "The Second Generation Star" Kuqi (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Favorite: -1090) vs. Antonio "The Hulk" Santos (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +870)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Roope 'The Second Generation Star' Kuqi facing Antonio 'The Hulk' Santos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Kuqi comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Santos can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Kuqi seizes the chance and grabs Santos into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Kuqi tries to wrestle Santos backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Santos ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Kuqi pins Santos up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Santos is trapped against the cage and Kuqi punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Kuqi smothers Santos against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Santos is trapped against the cage and Kuqi punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Santos is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Kuqi uses dirty boxing to punish Santos while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Kuqi uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Kuqi drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) A jab hits home from Santos and then he catches Kuqi with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Santos connects with a nice jab and then hits Kuqi with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) It looked like we were about to see Kuqi try and get some grappling started, but Santos was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Santos throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) It looked like we were about to see Kuqi try and get some grappling started, but Santos was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) A jab is wide from Santos, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Santos throws a two-punch combo but Kuqi avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Kuqi gets hold of Santos, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Santos tries to wriggle free, but Kuqi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Kuqi is trying to push Santos so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) He does so and now has Santos pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Kuqi 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 Santos from this point onward.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Kuqi, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Santos throws a one-two, but Kuqi was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Kuqi gets hold of Santos, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Kuqi is trying to push Santos so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Kuqi manages it and controls Santos up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Santos is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Kuqi shows his grappling ability by trapping Santos up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Kuqi pins Santos up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Santos is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Kuqi pins Santos up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Kuqi is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Santos is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Kuqi appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Santos took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) Santos hits a left jab and then catches Kuqi with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Kuqi appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Santos took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) A jab hits home from Santos and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Kuqi hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Santos starts pounding away on Kuqi, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Santos pounds away on Kuqi, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Referee Roger Bennett pulls Santos away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 2 - 01:01) By TKO, the winner is Antonio Santos!

 

 

Official Result: Antonio 'The Hulk' Santos defeats Roope 'The Second Generation Star' Kuqi (TKO (Strikes) in 3:59 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Antonio Santos thanks everyone connected to House of Pain for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Antonio Santos says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Morgan "The Maori" Wakarewarewa (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Christchurch, New Zealand, Favorite: -450) vs. Aston "The Joker" Merryman (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +350)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Morgan 'The Maori' Wakarewarewa fighting Aston 'The Joker' Merryman.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Wakarewarewa steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Wakarewarewa moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) A jab is wide from Wakarewarewa, but then he catches Merryman with a crunching right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Merryman misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Wakarewarewa moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Merryman into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Merryman scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Wakarewarewa connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Merryman misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Merryman hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Wakarewarewa hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Wakarewarewa comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Merryman fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Wakarewarewa connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Wakarewarewa misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Merryman misses a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Wakarewarewa moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Merryman into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Merryman fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Wakarewarewa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) That last shot may have done some damage, Merryman is backing off and looks totally dazed!

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Wakarewarewa moves in a smacks Merryman with an overhand right...and down he goes!

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Wakarewarewa knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Merryman, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Wakarewarewa starts unloading with massive rights and Merryman is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Referee Roger Bennett is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:06) By TKO, the winner is Morgan Wakarewarewa!

 

 

Official Result: Morgan 'The Maori' Wakarewarewa defeats Aston 'The Joker' Merryman (TKO (Strikes) in 4:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Morgan Wakarewarewa gives a name-check to everyone at KO Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and he replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Toshiya Furube and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gerson Mauricio (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -850) vs. Jukichi Ito (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +670)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Gerson Mauricio faces Jukichi Ito.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Mauricio lands two jabs and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Mauricio connects with a nice jab and then catches Ito with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Ito moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Mauricio lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Circling warily, Ito is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Mauricio connects with two left hands and then hits Ito with a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) A jab hits home from Mauricio and then he hits Ito with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Mauricio steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) It looked like we were about to see Ito try and get some grappling started, but Mauricio was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Mauricio closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Mauricio lands two jabs and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Ito clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Ito with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Ito had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) A jab hits home from Mauricio and then he hits Ito with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Ito keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Mauricio uses a left jab, but Ito dodges the leg kick that follows.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Mauricio connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) It looked like we were about to see Ito try and get some grappling started, but Mauricio was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Mauricio fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Mauricio lands a left hand and then lands a right hand to the body.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Mauricio 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 Ito can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Mauricio steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Ito appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Mauricio took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Mauricio can't connect with a jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) A jab hits home from Mauricio and then he hits Ito with a sensational high right head kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Ito is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Mauricio quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Ito!

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Mauricio pounds away on Ito, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Ito appears to go limp and the referee dives in and pulls Mauricio away - it's all over!

(Rd 2 - 03:58) The winner, by knock out; Gerson Mauricio!

 

 

Official Result: Gerson Mauricio defeats Jukichi Ito (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:02 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gerson Mauricio 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Dangerous" Randall Donnelly (14-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Favorite: -630) vs. "The Big Bopper" Barry Strachan (26-19, 0-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Underdog: +500)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Dangerous' Randall Donnelly takes on 'The Big Bopper' Barry Strachan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Strachan throws a one-two, but Donnelly was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Donnelly gets hold of Strachan.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Donnelly uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Strachan.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Strachan tries to wriggle free, but Donnelly controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Donnelly uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Strachan to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Donnelly tries to take Strachan down.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) The takedown is completed, Donnelly would not be denied.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Donnelly takes the back of Strachan directly off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Donnelly pounds away with right hands and Strachan is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Donnelly pounds away on Strachan, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Referee William Yeats has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:37) The winner, by TKO, is 'Dangerous' Randall Donnelly!

 

 

Official Result: 'Dangerous' Randall Donnelly defeats 'The Big Bopper' Barry Strachan (TKO (Strikes) in 2:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Randall Donnelly thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Randall Donnelly celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Darius "Best In Show" Best (3-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Underdog: +110) vs. Paulo Sergio Parente (7-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -150)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Darius 'Best In Show' Best squares off with Paulo Sergio Parente.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Parente aggressively paces around during the introductions, obviously eager to get to fighting.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Best initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Parente throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) A jab lands from Best but then can't connect with a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Best attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Parente tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Best throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Parente misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) A defensive jab hits from Parente.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Best connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Best steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Best looks to pressure Parente, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) A jab hits home from Best and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Parente uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Best lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Best fails to find a home for his jab, but then 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 - 01:34) Best comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Parente scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Best lands a jab and then he lands a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Best is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Best fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Best steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Parente fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Best throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Best confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Parente had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) A jab is wide from Best, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) It looks like Parente has been cut under the eye.

(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 Best.

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Best comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Parente manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Best lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Best lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Best is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Best scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Parente misses with a big right hand, allowing Best to counter with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Taking a few gulps of breath, Parente is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Parente misses with a big right hand, allowing Best to counter with a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Best is looking really tired.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Best scores with a left hook. Parente connects with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Best forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Parente fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) A jab hits home from Best and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Parente scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Best finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Parente.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Parente misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Best comes in with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Parente scores with a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Best finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(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 Best.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Best.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Parente 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 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Parente misses with a big right hand, allowing Best to counter with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Best looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Parente looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) With control of the clinch, Parente tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Breathing very hard, Parente is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Parente misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:26) Parente motions for Best to come on and fight.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Parente dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Best is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Parente connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Parente tries to take Best down.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Best blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Parente looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Parente and Best break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Parente tries to take Best down.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Parente looks to take Best down with a trip.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Parente doesn't get it, Best blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Parente separates from Best and we're back to a stand-off.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Best looks exhausted.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:44) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:44) Best hits a left hand. Parente hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Best finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Parente just about edged it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Best.

 

 

Round 4

 

 

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Parente misses with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Best hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Parente looks exhausted.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Best shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Parente misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Best dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) Best slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Parente tries to take Best down.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Best cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) In guard, Parente throws a couple of punches designed to keep Best guessing.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) Best tries to get double underhooks on Parente so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Parente throws some elbows but Best deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Best tries to smother Parente by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) For the moment Parente is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Parente doesn't allow Best to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Parente throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Parente doesn't let Best pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Parente fires off a few punches.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) Best tries to get double underhooks on Parente so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Parente throws some elbows but Best deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 4 - 00:07) Best grabs Parente and draws him in close, smothering him.

(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 Parente.

(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) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Parente scores with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Best lands a one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Best doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. Parente hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Parente hits a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Best scores with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Parente tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) It doesn't work, Best defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) It doesn't work, Best defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) Best is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) Parente doesn't get it, Best blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) With control of the clinch, Parente tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Parente can't get Best down to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) Parente seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) It doesn't work, Best defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Parente 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde: 48-47 Parente.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm gives a score of 49-46 in favour of Best.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III has scored it 49-46 Best.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Darius 'Best In Show' Best!

 

 

Official Result: Darius 'Best In Show' Best defeats Paulo Sergio Parente (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Darius Best 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 Harv Dennis "better get prepared" because he is coming for him.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kozue Amori (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +200) vs. Vitor de Melo (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Favorite: -260)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Kozue Amori going up against Vitor de Melo.

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

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Amori shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves de Melo pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Time slips away as Amori successfully keeps de Melo stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Amori fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) de Melo tries to sweep Amori but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Amori pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) de Melo tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Amori.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Amori lies on top of de Melo, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) In guard, Amori is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) A jab is wide from de Melo, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Amori chooses to shoot in on de Melo.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves de Melo pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Amori fires off some rights, but de Melo isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Amori blocks an attempted sweep.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Amori lies on top of de Melo, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Amori pounds away, but de Melo calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Amori, 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 - 04:51) Amori shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Amori can't get past the sprawl of de Melo and has to give up on the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) Amori lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) de Melo throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) A jab is wide from de Melo, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) de Melo moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Amori, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) de Melo throws a punch but Amori was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) de Melo lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Amori appeared to be going for a takedown, but de Melo took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) de Melo connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) de Melo lands a jab and then catches Amori with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) A defensive jab hits from Amori.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) de Melo uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) de Melo throws a punch but Amori avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Amori moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) de Melo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Amori with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Amori shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) A great sprawl from de Melo prevents the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Taking a few gulps of breath, de Melo is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) de Melo fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Amori with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) de Melo throws a punch but Amori avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Amori seizes the chance and grabs de Melo into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Amori is looking to muscle de Melo back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Amori manages it and controls de Melo up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Amori looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but de Melo works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(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 de Melo, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Amori had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) de Melo lands a jab and then catches Amori with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:37) de Melo connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Amori may have been setting up to shoot, but de Melo aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) de Melo lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) de Melo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Amori with a stunning right hook!

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Amori is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 3 - 03:48) de Melo knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Amori, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 3 - 03:48) de Melo pounds away on Amori, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Amori goes limp for a second, referee Harry A. Bierce leaps in to stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Vitor de Melo takes the win by knock out!

 

 

Official Result: Vitor de Melo defeats Kozue Amori (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:27 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Vitor de Melo 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 HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Big Trouble" Jacco Landeweerd (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Eindhoven, Netherlands, Favorite: -1180) vs. Jacques "The Executioner" Perron (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +940)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Big Trouble' Jacco Landeweerd battling Jacques 'The Executioner' Perron.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(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) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Landeweerd comes in with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Moving forward constantly, Perron is pressuring Landeweerd.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Landeweerd lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Perron throws a two-punch combo but Landeweerd avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Landeweerd hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. Perron is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Landeweerd hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Perron lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Landeweerd uses a left jab but comes up short on a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Perron is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Perron uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Landeweerd scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Perron misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Perron misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(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 Landeweerd, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Landeweerd. 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 - 04:53) Perron comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Landeweerd fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Perron throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Perron comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Landeweerd lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Perron throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Perron is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Perron comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Landeweerd hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Perron throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a jab and a left hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Perron scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Landeweerd scores with a jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Landeweerd misses with a left jab and also misses with an attempted shot to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Perron is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Landeweerd feints, causing Perron to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Landeweerd comes in with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Perron falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Landeweerd slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a low kick to the lead leg.

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

(Rd 2 - 02:22) A few deep breaths betray that Perron is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Perron stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Landeweerd tries to wrestle Perron backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Landeweerd manages it and controls Perron up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Landeweerd pins Perron up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Landeweerd hits Perron, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Landeweerd drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Perron is trapped against the cage and Landeweerd hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Breathing very hard, Perron is looking ragged.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Landeweerd uses dirty boxing to punish Perron while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Perron gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(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 Landeweerd, but only a 10-9.

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

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Perron stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Landeweerd is looking to muscle Perron back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Landeweerd does it, Perron is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Landeweerd scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) With the cage trapping Perron, Landeweerd looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Landeweerd gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Landeweerd throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Landeweerd blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Landeweerd attempts the mount.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) He is too good for Perron, and has mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Landeweerd pounds away and Perron is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 3 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) Landeweerd pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Perron!

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Landeweerd pounds away and Perron struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Landeweerd pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) Landeweerd pounds away and Perron eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) Landeweerd pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Landeweerd fires away with punches, but Perron doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) Perron tries to move Landeweerd out of mount but can't.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Landeweerd fires away and Perron is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Perron turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Landeweerd pounds away, landing several clean blows on Perron in the process.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Landeweerd pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Landeweerd is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Landeweerd takes that round easily by 10-8 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Perron 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 - 04:54) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:43) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:43) Perron tries to wriggle free, but Landeweerd controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Landeweerd is trying to muscle Perron up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Landeweerd manages it and controls Perron up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Landeweerd catches Perron with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Perron gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Perron is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Perron is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:13) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Perron uses his wrestling skills to prevent Landeweerd from throwing any elbow strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Landeweerd pins Perron up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Perron looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Landeweerd scores with a left hook. Perron misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Landeweerd uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Perron as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Landeweerd looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Using his wrestling skills, Landeweerd is trying to push Perron up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) He does so and now has Perron pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Landeweerd drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Landeweerd pins Perron up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Landeweerd uses dirty boxing to punish Perron while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Landeweerd stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) Perron is trapped against the cage and Landeweerd punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) Perron is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(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 Landeweerd, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Perron 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) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Perron misses with a big right hand, allowing Landeweerd to counter with a left jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) There's no question that Perron is getting badly outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Landeweerd fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Perron is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Landeweerd dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a great right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Landeweerd looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Perron doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Landeweerd hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Perron tries to wriggle free, but Landeweerd controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Perron looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Landeweerd is trying to muscle Perron up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Landeweerd does it, Perron is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) Perron is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Perron takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) Landeweerd hits a knee strike to the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Perron takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 01:59) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Landeweerd uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Perron is trapped against the cage and Landeweerd punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:19) 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 - 01:10) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Landeweerd dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice left hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Perron misses with a big right hand, allowing Landeweerd to counter with a clean right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:43) Perron steps back and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt!

(Rd 5 - 00:43) Perron is dropped by a big right hook!

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Moving quickly, Landeweerd comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Landeweerd stomps and kicks away at the stunned Perron but can't put him away!

(Rd 5 - 00:13) Landeweerd tries to come in and secure a ground position.

(Rd 5 - 00:13) Landeweerd comes around the raised legs and gets side control.

(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 Landeweerd.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 50-45 (Edward Wilde), 50-44 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 50-43 (Benjamin Milligan III).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Big Trouble' Jacco Landeweerd wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Big Trouble' Jacco Landeweerd defeats Jacques 'The Executioner' Perron (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jacco Landeweerd name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Jacco Landeweerd says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Stjepan "The Mammoth" Andric (16-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Zadar, Croatia, Favorite: -460) vs. Ilson de Lima (18-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +360)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Stjepan 'The Mammoth' Andric goes up against Ilson de Lima in the CTC Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Shaunagh Irvine.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Lima initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Andric tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Lima connects with a nice jab and then he catches Andric with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) de Lima steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Andric fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) de Lima can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Andric with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) de Lima attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Andric scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) de Lima can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Andric misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) de Lima hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Andric uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) de Lima can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) de Lima steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Andric fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) de Lima connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) de Lima forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Andric hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) de Lima can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Moving forward constantly, de Lima is pressuring Andric.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Andric throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) de Lima can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) de Lima comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Andric hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for de Lima.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) de Lima is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) de Lima initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Andric hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) de Lima lands a left hand and then he hits Andric with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Andric misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Lima comes in with a jab and a leg kick that misses.

(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 de Lima.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Andric looks a little shell-shocked too.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Andric misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) de Lima scores with a jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) de Lima moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Andric into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Andric lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) de Lima lands two jabs and then he hits Andric with a powerful leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) de Lima connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) de Lima is off target with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Andric is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) de Lima is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Andric looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but de Lima simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) de Lima lands a jab and then catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) de Lima comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Andric lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) A jab is wide from de Lima, but then he catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Breathing very hard, de Lima is looking ragged.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Barely able to walk now, the damage Andric has taken to his legs has really taken its toll.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Andric lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) de Lima finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) de Lima looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) With control of the clinch, Andric tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) The takedown is completed, Andric gets side control from it.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Andric attempts a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) de Lima fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) de Lima tries to pull guard on Andric but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Andric looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) de Lima tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 2 - 00:25) Andric fires away and de Lima is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 00:25) With de Lima taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Stjepan Andric takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Stjepan 'The Mammoth' Andric defeats Ilson de Lima (TKO (Strikes) in 4:53 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Stjepan Andric 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 Souleymane Ya Konan, saying that he'll destroy him.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

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CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Halifax Smasher" Linton Renn (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Halifax, England, Favorite: -580) vs. "The MVP" Manny Van Post (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +460)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with 'The Halifax Smasher' Linton Renn against 'The MVP' Manny Van Post.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) A jab hits home from Van Post and then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Van Post hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Van Post closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Van Post hits a left jab and then hits Renn with a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Renn steps back against the cage and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt!

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Van Post tries to get Renn into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Van Post achieves it, Renn is too dazed and could not fight free.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Van Post holds the clinch despite Renn struggling to get free.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Renn uses his grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Renn tries to wrestle Van Post backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Renn manages it and controls Van Post up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Renn pins Van Post up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Van Post, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Renn is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Van Post is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Van Post is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Renn has over him.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Van Post took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Van Post 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 - 04:48) A tentative jab from Renn lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) A jab hits home from Van Post and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Van Post can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Renn with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Van Post comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) A jab is wide from Van Post, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) For the first time, Van Post is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Renn hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Renn with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Van Post hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Van Post looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) A defensive jab hits from Renn.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) A jab lands from Van Post, but Renn dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Van Post closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Van Post connects with a jab, but Renn avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Van Post glances at his corner and gets a thumbs up in response.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Van Post closes in on Renn, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) A tentative jab from Renn lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Van Post throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Van Post hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Renn warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Van Post lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Renn limps slightly as he circles.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Renn keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) A few deep breaths betray that Van Post is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Renn is limping noticeably.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Van Post moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Renn lands a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Van Post moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Van Post connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Van Post fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Renn with a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Van Post doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Renn has an obvious limp as he circles.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Van Post, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Van Post up 20-18.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Van Post, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Van Post comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Renn may have been aiming to get in close, but Van Post aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Van Post throws a two-punch combo but Renn avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Van Post moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Van Post.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Even worse, Renn manages to catch the last kick!

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Seeing his opportunity, Renn tries to put Van Post on the mat.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Renn can't get Van Post down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Renn leans all of his weight up against Van Post, pressing him against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Van Post is trapped against the cage and Renn hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Renn traps Van Post up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Renn is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Van Post comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Van Post lands a left jab, but Renn avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Van Post looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Renn appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Van Post took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Van Post lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(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 Renn.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Van Post 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 - 04:51) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then hits Renn with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Van Post confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Renn, but Van Post was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Van Post lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Renn shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Van Post almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Renn holds the other.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Renn can't get Van Post down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:53) Unable to get free, Van Post is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:53) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Renn pins Van Post up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Van Post is trapped against the cage and Renn punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Renn presses Van Post up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Van Post connects with a nice jab and then catches Renn with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Van Post looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) A tired-looking Renn shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Renn can't get past the sprawl of Van Post and has to give up on the takedown.

(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 Renn.

(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) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Renn looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Van Post simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Van Post throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Renn steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) A jab hits home from Van Post and then he hits Renn with a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Renn.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Renn gets hold of a leg but Van Post remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Unable to complete the takedown, Renn instead pushes Van Post up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Renn shows his grappling ability by trapping Van Post up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) An ugly but effective tactic, Renn is pressing Van Post up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Renn is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) Van Post moves in on Renn, preparing to throw.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) Renn had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then catches Renn with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Van Post lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Van Post steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then catches Renn with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) A one-two from Van Post fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Renn is able to grab Van Post.

(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 Renn, 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 Renn.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Van Post.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm: 48-47 Renn.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is 'The Halifax Smasher' Linton Renn!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Halifax Smasher' Linton Renn defeats 'The MVP' Manny Van Post (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Linton Renn thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Showing respect, Linton Renn praises Van Post for his skill and toughness.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Dallas Cowboy" Sam Hoynes (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Dallas, Texas, Favorite: -950) vs. Lachlan "The Thing" Bowen (12-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Dallas Cowboy' Sam Hoynes battles Lachlan 'The Thing' Bowen.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats 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) There's a pre-fight staredown, which is almost comical as Hoynes is so much taller than Bowen.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Bowen keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Hoynes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Bowen with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Hoynes lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Hoynes steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) A jab hits home from Hoynes and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Hoynes fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Hoynes confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Hoynes lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Hoynes connects with a nice jab and then hits Bowen with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Hoynes shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Hoynes drives forward and nails Bowen with a huge double leg takedown!

(Rd 1 - 02:50) The takedown leaves Bowen seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Hoynes pounds away with rights, but Bowen covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Hoynes begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Bowen!

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Hoynes tries to lock Bowen in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Bowen gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:18) 'The Dallas Cowboy' Sam Hoynes takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Dallas Cowboy' Sam Hoynes defeats Lachlan 'The Thing' Bowen (Submission (Armbar) in 3:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sam Hoynes thanks everybody connected to Halvorsen's for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and say that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Reynolds "Grizzly" Bear (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Bristol, England, Underdog: +270) vs. Nate "Big Mac" MacReary (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Greater Napanee, Ontario, Favorite: -350)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Reynolds 'Grizzly' Baer battles Nate 'Big Mac' MacReary.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) MacReary, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Baer dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) MacReary covers up...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 04:38) MacReary takes a right hand!

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Baer moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! MacReary goes down!

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Baer quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned MacReary!

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Baer fires away with punches and MacReary is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:25) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 04:14) By TKO, the winner is Reynolds Baer!

 

 

Official Result: Reynolds 'Grizzly' Baer defeats Nate 'Big Mac' MacReary (TKO (Strikes) in 0:46 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Reynolds Baer 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. There's no doubt that Reynolds Baer benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Urban Cowboy" Steve Mason (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Houston, Texas, Favorite: -430) vs. Shing Lai (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Underdog: +340)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Urban Cowboy' Steve Mason goes head to head with Shing Lai.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Lai warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Mason doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Lai takes the chance and grabs Mason into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Lai tries to wrestle Mason backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Mason ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Lai presses Mason up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Lai smothers Mason up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 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 1 - 02:32) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Circling warily, Lai is looking for a chance to shoot.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) A jab hits home from Mason and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) A tentative jab from Lai lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Mason connects with a nice jab and then catches Lai with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) A jab lands from Mason, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Mason can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Lai with a right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Mason lands a jab and then hits Lai with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Mason lands a left hand and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Mason moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Mason connects with a nice jab and then catches Lai 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) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mason.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Mason hits two left jabs and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Mason raises his arms and plays to the crowd, never taking his eyes off his opponent.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Circling warily, Lai is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) A jab lands from Mason, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) A jab hits home from Mason and then he hits Lai with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Mason is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Lai looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Mason connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) A jab is wide from Mason, but then he scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Mason connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Mason hits a left jab and then hits Lai with a great high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) Covering up, Lai backs off until trapped against the cage! Mason may have rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 01:55) Lai somehow dodges a vicious overhand right.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Lai clears his head and circles away from the cage back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) A jab lands from Mason, but Lai catches the low kick that it set up!

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Mason hops on one foot, trying to balance. Lai tries for a takedown attempt.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Mason gets taken down and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Lai pounds away on Mason but can't land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Lai leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Mason.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Lai pounds away on Mason but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Lai leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Mason.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Mason is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Lai off of him.

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

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

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Mason up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

Round 3

 

 

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

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Mason lands a jab and then hits Lai with a high right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Mason lands a left hand and then hits Lai with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Mason connects with two left jabs, but Lai avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Mason moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Lai looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Mason simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Mason lands two left hands and then scores with a lovely right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Lai wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Mason is already advancing to try and finish!

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Mason lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, Lai partially blocked it!

(Rd 3 - 03:20) Lai can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard!

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Mason moves in quickly, kneeling beside Lai and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Mason pounds away on Lai, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 3 - 03:13) With Lai taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Steve Mason takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Urban Cowboy' Steve Mason defeats Shing Lai (TKO (Strikes) in 2:02 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Steve Mason gives a name-check to everyone at Pittsburgh Steel, 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.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Sweet Baby" Tank Manu'a (20-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Pago Pago, American Samoa, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Swedish Predator" Ed Bensson (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Sweet Baby' Tank Manu'a against 'Swedish Predator' Ed Bensson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(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 - 04:51) Bensson uses a right jab, but Manu'a avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Bensson moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Bensson lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Bensson can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Manu'a with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Bensson looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Two jabs hit home from Bensson and then he hits Manu'a with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Bensson can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Manu'a with a great high left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Manu'a was rocked by that last shot! He backs away until up against the cage, covering up, but looks very unsteady!

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Bensson hits a straight left hand! Dazed, Manu'a continues to cover up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Bensson smashes Manu'a with a big left hand through the guard! Manu'a can do nothing but try and cover up!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and saves Manu'a from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 02:51) 'Swedish Predator' Ed Bensson takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Swedish Predator' Ed Bensson defeats 'Sweet Baby' Tank Manu'a (TKO (Strikes) in 2:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ed Bensson thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Gaby Corrales, saying that "he can't beat me".

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Not-So-Gentle-Giant" Fritz Phipps (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. Terry "Sitting" Bull (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Devon, England, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Not-So-Gentle Giant' Fritz Phipps competing against Terry 'Sitting' Bull.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Phipps initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Bull throws a counter right but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Phipps lands a left hand and then he hits Bull with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Phipps steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Phipps looks to pressure Bull, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Phipps lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Phipps steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Bull fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Phipps hits a left jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Phipps attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Bull throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Phipps can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Phipps forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Bull throws a counter right but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Phipps uses a left jab but Bull evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Bull lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Phipps fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.

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

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Phipps looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Phipps lands a jab and then lands a big right hand.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Phipps 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 Bull can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Phipps steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Bull throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) A jab is wide from Phipps, but then he catches Bull with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Bull misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Bull goes down hard, he's out!

(Rd 2 - 04:14) By knock out, the winner is Fritz Phipps!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Not-So-Gentle Giant' Fritz Phipps defeats Terry 'Sitting' Bull (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:46 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Fritz Phipps thanks everyone connected to KO fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Fritz Phipps celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Christopher "The Knife" Sharp (35-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Erie, Pennsylvania, Favorite: -510) vs. "The Destroyer" Libor Pudil (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Liberec, Czech Republic, Underdog: +400)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Christopher 'The Knife' Sharp fights 'The Destroyer' Libor Pudil.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, Sharp is probably at least 20lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Pudil to try and overcome.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Sharp works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Sharp uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Pudil.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Sharp is trying to muscle Pudil up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Sharp does it, Pudil is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Pudil is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Pudil is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Pudil is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Sharp and Pudil remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) 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 1 - 01:33) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Sharp is the aggressor.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Sharp hits Pudil with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) With a good grip giving him solid control over Pudil, Sharp looks to wrestle him down.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a belly-to-belly! Pudil pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Sharp throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Sharp unloads with some right hands, but Pudil deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Sharp feels Pudil prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen.

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

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

 

 

Round 2

 

 

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Sharp moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Sharp lands two jabs, but Pudil avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Sharp hits a left jab and then catches Pudil with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Pudil appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sharp took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Sharp connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Pudil has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Sharp works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Sharp uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pudil as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Sharp has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Pudil to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) The underhooks are used to set up a trip, Pudil is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Sharp begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Sharp shifts to mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Sharp pounds away on Pudil, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Referee Harry A. Bierce is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Christopher 'The Knife' Sharp takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Christopher 'The Knife' Sharp defeats 'The Destroyer' Libor Pudil (TKO (Strikes) in 3:01 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Christopher Sharp thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Christopher Sharp celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Elzo Alves Moura (14-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tadasu Tsukahara (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Elzo Alves Moura takes on Tadasu Tsukahara.

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

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Moura comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Tsukahara hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Moura lands a jab and then he catches Tsukahara with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Tsukahara throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Moving forward constantly, Moura is pressuring Tsukahara.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Tsukahara hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Tsukahara falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) A jab hits home from Moura and then he hits Tsukahara with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Moura slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Moura steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Tsukahara fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Moura can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Tsukahara with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Moura slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Moura comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Moura bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Moura connects with a nice jab and then he catches Tsukahara with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Moura lands a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Tsukahara is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Moving forward constantly, Moura is pressuring Tsukahara.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Tsukahara throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Moura can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Tsukahara confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Tsukahara throws a punch but Moura was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Tsukahara confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Moura may have been aiming to get in close, but Tsukahara aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) A one-two from Tsukahara fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Tsukahara misses with a big right hand, allowing Moura to counter with a left jab and a powerful straight right!

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Judging from his reaction, Moura may have a broken hand after landing that last punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) If it's a break, that's really going to affect his striking ability dramatically.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) He's down! Tsukahara falls to the floor!

(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 Moura.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Moura, 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 - 04:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Moura tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Tsukahara finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) A pair of tentative jabs from Moura land, but have zero effect.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) A jab is wide from Tsukahara, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Tsukahara is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Moura shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Tsukahara almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Moura holds the other.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Moura uses the position to drive Tsukahara up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Moura looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) He sweeps the leg, sending Tsukahara to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Moura tries to lock Tsukahara in a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Tsukahara gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 03:01) The winner, by submission; Elzo Alves Moura!

 

 

Official Result: Elzo Alves Moura defeats Tadasu Tsukahara (Submission (Kimura) in 1:59 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Elzo Alves Moura gives a name-check to everyone at House of Pain, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. Elzo Alves Moura says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Brazilian Bomber" Gladstone Lopes (16-2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -890) vs. "Granite" Kevin Portman (13-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Underdog: +710)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Brazilian Bomber' Gladstone Lopes takes on 'Granite' Kevin Portman in the CTC Heavyweight division.

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Shaunagh Irvine, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Portman must be giving up at least 20lbs to his opponent.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Lopes comes forward, walking down Portman.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Portman lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Lopes.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Lopes comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Portman scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Lopes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Portman with a spin kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Moving forward constantly, Lopes is pressuring Portman.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Portman tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Lopes hits a left jab and then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Portman misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lopes to attack with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Portman hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Lopes drives a kick into the thigh area.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Lopes comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Portman hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Lopes throws a one-two, but Portman was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Lopes comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Portman misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Lopes fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Portman with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Portman is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Lopes steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Portman hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Lopes connects with a jab but Portman evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Lopes connects with a nice jab and then hits Portman with a leg kick.

(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 Lopes.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Lopes, 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 - 04:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Portman misses with a big right hand, allowing Lopes to counter with a jab and a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Portman has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Lopes steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Portman manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) A jab is wide from Lopes, but then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Taking a few gulps of breath, Lopes is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Lopes misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Portman misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Lopes misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Portman has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Portman is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Portman misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Lopes comes in with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Portman limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Lopes goes for a leg kick but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Portman has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) Lopes is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Lopes forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Portman scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Lopes misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) A successful feint leaves Portman vulnerable.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Portman misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lopes to attack with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Lopes steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Portman lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Lopes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) Portman is limping noticeably.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Portman misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a kick to the body that gets parried.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Portman has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Lopes stalks forward, pressuring Portman.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Portman hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Lopes fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Lopes doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Lopes, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Using his wrestling skills, Lopes is trying to push Portman up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Portman doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Portman attempts to wrestle Lopes to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Lopes stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(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 Lopes.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Lopes 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 - 04:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Lopes has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Portman is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Portman is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Lopes misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Portman doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Portman limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Portman hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Lopes scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Standing and trading is not working for Portman, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Lopes misses a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Portman is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Breathing very hard, Portman is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Portman lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Lopes lands a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Using his wrestling skills, Lopes is trying to push Portman up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Lopes manages it and controls Portman up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Lopes seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Lopes hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Lopes tries to foot stomp Portman, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Portman misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Portman can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Lopes misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Portman comes in with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) He does so and now has Portman pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) From the looks of things, I don't think Portman has much energy left.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) Lopes hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Lopes catches Portman with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) The gas tank looks empty on Lopes.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Lopes tries to throw an elbow, but Portman seizes the chance to create some space and break free.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Lopes uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Portman lands a left jab and a right cross.

(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 Lopes.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Portman 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

 

 

Quote

 

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

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Lopes misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Lopes manages it and controls Portman up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Lopes smothers Portman against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Lopes smothers Portman against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Lopes attempts to hit a knee to the thigh area but Portman tightens the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Lopes looks for a knee to the thigh, but Portman works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) Portman is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Portman slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Lopes tries to wrestle Portman backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Lopes can't do it though, and Portman gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Portman tries to take Lopes down.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) It doesn't work, Lopes defended against it well.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) The gas tank looks empty on Portman.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Portman attempts to wrestle Lopes to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Lopes blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 4 - 01:59) Portman seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.

(Rd 4 - 01:40) Limping heavily, Portman is struggling to move around.

(Rd 4 - 01:40) Lopes motions for Portman to come on and fight.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Lopes slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Lopes tries to wrestle Portman backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Lopes achieves it, pinning Portman to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Lopes hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Lopes goes for a knee to the thigh but Portman wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(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 Lopes, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Portman really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Portman 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 5

 

 

Quote

 

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

(Rd 5 - 04:52) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Lopes is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Portman finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) Portman hits a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) Lopes finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Lopes tries to use some dirty boxing, but Portman uses his wrestling skills to smother him.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Lopes achieves it, pinning Portman to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:01) Portman is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Lopes stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Lopes hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Lopes catches Portman with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:11) Portman uses his wrestling skills to prevent Lopes from throwing any knee strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Lopes drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Limping heavily, Portman is struggling to move around.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Portman lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Lopes doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) Portman uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) Lopes connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) That last shot clearly hurt Portman, although he tries to disguise it by flashing a wide smile in response.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) Barely able to walk now, the damage Portman has taken to his legs has really taken its toll.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) Portman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:25) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:25) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:25) Lopes achieves it, pinning Portman to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Lopes attempts to hit a knee but Portman tightens the clinch.

(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 Lopes.

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

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 50-45 (Shaunagh Irvine), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Brazilian Bomber' Gladstone Lopes!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Brazilian Bomber' Gladstone Lopes defeats 'Granite' Kevin Portman (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gladstone Lopes gives a name-check to everyone at House of Pain, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Aleksander Ivanov, saying he will kick his ass.

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Tower of Power" Tim Boyer (27-5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -960) vs. "Big" Joss Wiltshire (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Wichita Falls, Texas, Underdog: +760)

 

 

Round 1

 

 

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Tower Of Power' Tim Boyer fights 'Big' Joss Wiltshire in the CTC Heavyweight division.

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

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

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Boyer is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 25lbs at least on Wiltshire. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) About to fight in front of a home crowd, Boyer unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as he makes his entrance.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Boyer throws a two-punch combo but Wiltshire avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Wiltshire takes the chance and grabs Boyer into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Using his wrestling skills, Wiltshire is trying to push Boyer up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Boyer ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Boyer wrestles back against Wiltshire, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Boyer can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Wiltshire with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Moving around, Wiltshire is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Boyer fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Wiltshire with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Boyer looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Boyer can't connect with a jab, but then catches Wiltshire with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Boyer can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Wiltshire with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Boyer connects with a nice jab and then hits Wiltshire with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Boyer rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Boyer can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Wiltshire appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Boyer moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Wiltshire appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Boyer took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Boyer lands a jab and then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Wiltshire hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Boyer moves in quickly, kneeling beside Wiltshire and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Boyer starts unloading with massive rights and Wiltshire is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Referee William Yeats jumps in and saves Wiltshire from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 01:25) 'The Tower Of Power' Tim Boyer takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Tower Of Power' Tim Boyer defeats 'Big' Joss Wiltshire (TKO (Strikes) in 3:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tim Boyer gives a name-check to everyone at Slaughterhouse, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.

 

 

Attendance: 23

Gate Reciepts: $2,378

Sponsorship: $24,548

Ad Revenue: $32,957

Merchandise: $4,459

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $171,359)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Tim Boyer                 $54,540      Joss Wiltshire           $10,132      FotN: Both: $10,000
Gladstone Lopes           $4,080       Kevin Portman            $1,680
Elzo Alves Moura          $6,120       Tadasu Tsukahara         $1,320
Christopher Sharp         $4,250       Libor Pudil              $1,800
Fritz Phipps              $7,550       Terry Bull               $1,680       KotN: Phipps: $5,000
Ed Bensson                $5,170       Tank Manu'a              $4,200       Perf: Bensson: $5,000
Steve Mason               $4,250       Shing Lai                $132
Reynolds Baer             $9,080       Nate MacReary            $2,040       Perf: Baer: $5,000
Sam Hoynes                $9,420       Lachlan Bowen            $1,560       SotN: Hoynes: $5,000
Linton Renn               $2,380       Manny Van Post           $1,800
Stjepan Andric            $3,300       Ilson de Lima            $1,500
Jacco Landeweerd          $3,900       Jacques Perron           $1,100
Vitor de Melo             $2,250       Kozue Amori              $1,400
Darius Best               $1,950       Paulo Sergio Parente     $1,300
Randall Donnelly          $1,950       Barry Strachan           $2,200
Gerson Mauricio           $3,300       Jukichi Ito              $110
Morgan Wakarewarewa       $2,700       Aston Merryman           $1,300
Antonio Santos            $5,165       Roope Kuqi               $1,600        Perf: Santos: $5,000
Nelson Kenney             $1,650       Razor Rivers             $1,500

 

 

Drug Testing: $21,394

Production: $21,651

 

Profit: $-150,062

 

Critical Rating: 71%

Commercial Rating: 46%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -0.5%             77.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -0.4%             84.1% (High Level Regonal)
UK                  -1.6%             76.2% (High Level Regional)
Europe              -0.2%             49.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -0.5%             61.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -0.8%             61.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -0.2%             57.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +0.1%             48.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -0.2%             56.5% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       -1.6%             71.4% (High Level Regional)
Central America     -0.1%             58.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +0.9%             29.9% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- The drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 31, and all fighters have tested clean.

- The drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 32, and Pedro Alves tested positive for a performance enhancing substance following his second round submission victory over Ryan Fenniman. Alves is suspended for a year, and his victory has been overturned to a No Contest. He has been fired by Canadian Tournament Combat, and will be replaced in the tournament by Tyler Aidi, a young Canadian fighter who lost a razor thing Split Decision to Taki Inouye at the same show. Aidi will face Heiko Pander in the Third Round.

- Elzo Alves Moura suffered a strained wrist in his victory over Tadasu Tsukahara, and will miss a few days of training, but it shouldn't impact his ability to continue in the tournament.

- The following fighters have been released by CTC after their elimination from the tournament: Joss Wiltshire, Kevin Portman, Tadasu Tsukahara, Libor Pudil, Terry Bull, Tank Manu'a, Shing Lai, Manny Van Post, Ilson de Lima, Jacques Perron, Kozue Amori, Paulo Sergio Parente, Barry Strachan, Jukichi Ito, Aston Merryman, Roope Kuqi, and Razor Rivers.

- The services of Nate MacReary and Lachlan Bowen have been retained per Canadian fighter rules.

- After his big victory over Nate MacReary, Reynolds Baer will prepare for this second round fight against rookie phenom Ed Bensson at KO Fighters. He may even stick there if things go well. He joined the team in order to improve his striking going into the fight.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

 

Confirmed Fights For CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 64)

Armen Sarkisian vs. Bast Moulke

Nimrod Wickhammersley vs. Toshiya Furube

Fatuma Roy vs. Tyke Milligan

Duke Aiona vs. Jozef Jankowski

Ari Peltonen vs. Scotty Arnsson

Harv Dennis vs. Giovanni de Matos

Rav Kapur vs. Kieran Morgan

Bunjiro Sammiya vs. Mugur Boc

Mason Archer vs. Sly Twinge

Eien Kawano vs. Lee Chavis

Aleksander Ivanov vs. Bronson Berle

Sylvester Collins vs. Souleymane Ya Konan

Carter Potter vs. Perry Potenkin

Kanezane Fujii vs. Mort Slingsby

Pai Cheng vs. Sergio do Vale

Ikuhisa Tamura vs. Amir Ahmed

Hiro Arai vs. Hayden Ellery

Paulie Albarado vs. Gaby Corrales

Gyokusho Fujimoto vs. Jean-Pierre Richelleau

Kurt McDonald vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos

Murilo Satinho vs. Ozzy Bintley

Sanraku Kawabata vs. Deverill Butt

Gladstone Lopes vs. Linton Renn

Gerson Mauricio vs. Fritz Phipps

Terron Cabal vs. Randall Donnelly

Nelson Kenney vs. Vitor de Melo

Elzo Alves Moura vs. Antonio Santos

Christopher Sharp vs. Jacco Landeweerd

Tim Boyer vs. Morgan Wakarewarewa

Steve Mason vs. Darius Best

Ed Bensson vs. Reynolds Baer

Sam Hoynes vs. Stjepan Andric

[CageRage]

 

 

Friday, Week 1, July 2002

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Log "The Snake" Drake (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Underdog: +300) vs. Don "The Rumble King" Norman (25-16, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Favorite: -380)

Log Drake is a tall, lanky kick boxer who is a competent yet unspectacular striker. His massive weakness is his ground game, which is awful, and the fact that he's easy to bully, especially fighting at Heavyweight, where a great many of his opponents are much bigger and bulkier than he is. Don Norman is a former amateur boxer, who is now a veteran of MMA with over forty fights to his name. Good with his hands, his big weakness has always been that he is almost entirely useless when caught by a grappler or taken down to the mat.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Tiago da Paixao (10-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -530) vs. Keaton Spratt (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +420)

Tiago da Paixao is a big strong Heavyweight from Brazil, who is a straight ahead power puncher. If he can connect with one of his huge fists then he can do a lot of damage, but outside of that he doesn't possess any other weapons that could pose a threat. Keaton Spratt is a brawler, who doesn't seem to have what it takes to hang with the big hitters in the Heavyweight division, lacking both the knock out power to make him a threat and the technique to pick apart opponents. As a result he is mainly found on the regional circuit taking on other low-grade talent.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Angus Silversmith (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -200) vs. August "Hulk Daddy" Pennell (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Underdog: +150)

Angus Silversmith is a big powerful Super Heavyweight from Scotland. A ground and pound specialist, his shot is pretty slow so he relies grabbing his opponent and rag-dolling them to the ground where he can dole out some heavy duty punches. A surprise signing for ALPHA-1 in 2001, he made his debut for the company with a hard fought Split Decision victory over Yang Fa Kun. August Pennell is a huge Super Heavyweight fighter from the mean streets of Oakland, California. His background is in submission wrestling, and only a fool would underestimate his skills on the floor. An enormous pro wrestling fan, he is somewhat famous for trying wrestling moves during his fights, he's likely the only MMA fighter in history to actually perform a Samoan Drop mid-bout.

 

 

CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Eric Coleman (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -830) vs. Zair "The Z Man" Williams (1-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +660)

Eric Coleman is an enormously powerful wrestler out of San Diego. Debuting at the very end of 1998, he quickly established himself as one to watch, blasting his way to a 5-0 record on the local circuit via his strong grappling base and deadly ground and pound. The subject of a bidding war between ALPHA-1 and GAMMA, he chose the former in May 2001. He won his debut by second round TKO over Zsolt Hargitay, but is coming off a first round TKO loss to Jutaro Honma in his last fight. Zair Williams is a young Super Heavyweight who comes from a Savate background, using his long legs to great effect with his kicks. He joined the cast of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show despite only having one pro MMA fight to his name and unsurprisingly lost in the qualifiers (to Hanley Polter). A great natural athlete in phenomenal shape, Williams could still mature into a good 265lbs+ fighter if handled right, but he was clearly out of his depth in GAMMA and was cut in 2001 after three losses in a row. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Randolph Gilliver in GAMMA.

 

 

CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Soren Jellyman (14-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournaemnt Seed: #62, Underdog: +300) vs. Raimundo Pinheiro (7-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -380)

Soren Jellyman is 6'5", a veteran kick boxer who is noted for his sharp, powerful kicks. He probably should have made more of his MMA career given his physical abilities, but a curious inconsistency has always plagued him and it is probably too late for him to turn it around now. Raimundo Pinheiro is a solid kick boxer who is noted for his tree trunk like legs. His main weapons are his punching power and brutally hard leg kicks. He's good enough that nobody will ever take him lightly, but he's unlikely to ever become a major contender due to his weak chin and atrocious ground game. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Vitor de Melo in FLB.

 

 

CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Chris Boyle (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +790) vs. Taye Burnett (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -990)

Chris Boyle is pretty small for a Heavyweight, and uses that fact to his advantage by basing his in-cage style on quick movement and evasive dodging, making the most of the speed advantage he has over nearly all the other fighters in his weight class. A talented kick boxer, his precision strikes soon mount up. Taye Burnett is a young Heavyweight fighter who established a big reputation for himself as an amateur wrestler in his college days. Enormously powerful and athletic, he can overwhelm opponents with sheer physicality at times. Many consider him to be a future star at Heavyweight.

 

 

CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ted "Amazing" Grace (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -330) vs. "Unbreakable" Jamie Barrington (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +260)

Ted Grace was a stand-out wrestler in college, and is a massively powerful Heavyweight grappler now that he's brought his strength and size to MMA. A ground and pound specialist, he is not someone you want to get top control over you as it is likely to be a very short and violent encounter. Jamie Barrington is a former amateur wrestling stand-out who is now fighting as a pro MMA competitor. Little is known about him at this stage of his career, although his powerful shot and high quality grappling ability should provide a good base for him to be successful.

 

 

CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: John "Doom" Draper (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -510) vs. Brady Crawford (10-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +400)

John Draper is a big powerful Heavyweight from New Jersey, who comes from a wrestling background originally but has worked hard to make sure that he's a solid all-rounder. He probably lacks the punching power to be a really elite fighter, but he's going to be a very, very tough opponent for a lot of fighters. Brady Crawford is a fairly non-descript Heavyweight competitor who like to take down his opponents and smother them into defeat. With little or no striking or submission threat, he relies entirely on his very average wrestling. Given that he fights in a division full of powerhouses and excellent strikers, that's unlikely to be enough to take him very far.

 

 

CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Big" Ben Lees (2-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Underdog: +270) vs. Sebastian Cyr (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Favorite: -340)

Ben Lees is a California native who has heavy hands and a great chin but not a great deal else in his locker. He was fortunate enough to debuted just a year or so before ALPHA-1 launched their Super Heavyweight division and so was able to get a job with them fairly swiftly. He debuted for them in August 1999, but did so with a loss to Ali Shivari, and has thus far looked out of his depth. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Sun Lu Tang in ALPHA-1. Sebastian Cyr is a big beast of a man, a French-Canadian who comes from a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background and is known for the threat he possesses on the ground. Although he has no striking background whatsoever, Cyr has the advantage of naturally heavy hands and so even though his punches are technically awful and decidedly slow, if he does land one he can put someone to sleep in a hurry.

 

 

CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Hungry Hungarian" Zsolt Hargitay (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -560) vs. Koryusai Tamura (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +440)

Zsolt Hargitay is one of the most deceptive looking men in MMA, a wrestler who appears at first glance to be an overweight slob who has never seen the inside of a gym. In reality, while it's true that he has truly awful cardio, he possesses great upper body strength and excellent grappling ability, on top of heavy hands. Recruited by ALPHA-1 to fight in their Super Heavyweight Division, he made a poor start to life in Japan when he dropped his first two fights. His last fight was a Unanimous Decision loss to Abe Locke. Koryusai Tamura is a former Sumo trainee who has now entered MMA with the idea of using his ground and pound style tactics to bring some violence to the Super Heavyweight division. Whether he will be able to bully the other monsters that fight above 265 lbs remains to be seen.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Chi "F-U Manchu" Ji Guang (3-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -160) vs. Tommy Cowan (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +120)

Chi Ji Guang is a 6'10" Chinese fighter who is considered to be a bright prospect for the Super Heavyweight Division. A kick boxer, he may not have the quickest strikes in the world but if they land they are going to hurt even the toughest of opponents. He joined ALPHA-1 in 1999 and marked his debut by knocking Yoshikazu Inamoto out cold with a brutal head kick. Unfortunately he followed that with two losses, and is now in a limbo slightly. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Hidehira Nakamoto in ALPHA-1. Tommy Cowan is a big Scotsman who turned to MMA in 2001 having been successful in many strongman and grappling contests around his native country. He's not hugely skilled, although he does know his way around the grappling game, but he has enough natural athleticism and heart that he can't be taken lightly.

 

 

CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Bahman Baboumian (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Underdog: +100) vs. Zydrunas Sigauskas (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Favorite: -110)

Bahman Baboumian is an Iranian who now lives in Europe, who is an all-rounder who combines a tidy grappling and ground game with some fantastic power in his hands. He's not the prettiest fighter to watch, but he is very effective. Zydrunas Sigauskas is a massive Super Heavyweight from Lithuania. A grappler of immense physical strength, if he gets hold of an opponent then he's very difficult to shake off. In great shape despite his bulk, he could become a real major player amongst the sports heaviest.

 

 

CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ariano Craveiro (14-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -300) vs. Simon "Beatdown" Youngman (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +230)

Ariano Craveira is a big strong boxer from Brazil, who has been around for awhile but has never shown much of an aptitude for MMA. Other than his punching power, which isn't even that great for a Heavyweight, he doesn't pose too much of a threat. Simon Youngman is an Australian Heavyweight, a former amateur boxer who is now using his fists in an MMA environment. Very one dimensional, he is dangerous as long as his opponent is standing in front of him, but becomes much less threatening once taken down or tied up with grappling. With the Australian MMA scene being about as dead as it gets, he has relocated to England in order to get his career going.

 

 

CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Iggy Coan (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +190) vs. "Japanese Hulk" Sorai Yoshizaki (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -250)

Iggy Coan is a Muay Thai fighter from California. A massive man at 6'7" and well over 280 lbs, he possesses great physical strength and hits like a truck. He will be a real threat to the Super Heavyweight world rankings once he has gained some experience. Sorai Yoshizaki is massive and ridiculously powerful for a Super Heavyweight from Nagoya, Japan. A power lifter in his early to mid-teens, he boasts upper body strength that is far beyond what most fighters can hope for and allows him to outmuscle most opponents with seeming ease.

 

Weigh-In Results

Log Drake (218 lbs) vs. Don Norman (235 lbs)

Tiago da Paixao (235 lbs) vs. Keaton Spratt (218 lbs)

Angus Silversmith (268 lbs) vs. August Pennell (302 lbs)

Eric Coleman (299 lbs) vs. Zair Williams (267 lbs)

Soren Jellyman (235 lbs) vs. Raimundo Pinheiro (235 lbs)

Chris Boyle (212 lbs) vs. Taye Burnett (235 lbs)

Ted Grace (235 lbs) vs. Jamie Barrington (235 lbs)

John Draper (235 lbs) vs. Brady Crawford (219 lbs)

Ben Lees (270 lbs) vs. Sebastian Cyr (283 lbs)

Zsolt Hargitay (270 lbs) vs. Koryusai Tamura (305 lbs)

Chi Ji Guang (278 lbs) vs. Tommy Cowan (271 lbs)

Bahman Baboumian (278 lbs) vs. Zydrunus Sigauskas (305 lbs)

Ariano Craveiro (235 lbs) vs. Simon Youngman (235 lbs)

Iggy Coan (289 lbs) vs. Sorai Yoshizaki (273 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 36 Full Fight Card

CW: Log Drake vs. Don Norman

CW: Tiago da Paixao vs. Keaton Spratt

SHW: Angus Silversmith vs. August Pennell

SHW: Eric Coleman vs. Zair Williams

CW: Soren Jellyman vs. Raimundo Pinheiro

CW: Chris Boyle vs. Taye Burnett

CW: Ted Grace vs. Jamie Barrington

CW: John Draper vs. Brady Crawford

SHW: Ben Lees vs. Sebastian Cyr

SHW: Zsolt Hargitay vs. Koryusai Tamura

 

SHW: Chi Ji Guang vs. Tommy Cowan

SHW: Bahman Baboumian vs. Zydrunas Sigauskas

CW: Ariano Craveiro vs. Simon Youngman

SHW: Iggy Coan vs. Sorai Yoshizaki