CageRage Posted August 6, 2023 Author Share Posted August 6, 2023 Friday, Week 3, October 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Fury Awoken" Sukarno (31-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -910) vs. "The Bone Collector" Jackson Mollusck (10-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #193, Underdog: +720) Sukarno is a legendary figure in Asia and a favorite of MMA fans worldwide. He is one of the most viciously exciting fighters in the world to watch, if the concept of violence ever took on human form, it's name would be Sukarno. The star around which KDM FC was built, he jumped ship to ALPHA-1 in early 1999 and made the step up in competition look easy. His 31-0 pro record is unmatched in MMA, and the scary thing is he's probably not even in his prime yet. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Owen Oggleberry-Pipp in the second round of the tournament. Jackson Mollusck is a submission artist, a specialist in grabbing leglocks 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 of the tournament, then defeated Dalmo Pedrosa by first round submission in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Pain Express" Go Yamamoto (29-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -800) vs. "G-Force" Rodolphe Gygax (24-16-1NC, 1-0-1NC CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Underdog: +630) Go Yamamoto is a huge draw in Japan, and was, ironically, nearly the "nearly" man in 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. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Grande Silveira in the second round of the tournament. Rodolphe Gygax is Switzerland's main contribution to the world of MMA thus far, and is 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 to not get taken down. He has been with SIGMA since they began, but has not found a great deal of success and has often had to save himself from being cut by winning "do or die" fights. Gygax suffered a second round submission loss to Brock Youdale in the first round of the tournament, that was overturned to a No Contest, and Gygax was allowed to continue in the bracket in Youdale's place. Gygax then won by second round knock out over Johan Kavli in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Elvis "The King" Milissis (8-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #104, Favorite: -110) vs. Aaron "The Patriot" McBroom (13-6, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Underdog: +100) Elvis Milissis is one of the most physically imposing Lightweight competitors in the world (in reality he could probably fight as a Middleweight without too much trouble, but he is a master of cutting weight). 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. He won by 56 second knock out against Marek Warzycha in the first round of the tournament, then won by third round knock out over Chico Feijo in the second round of the tournament. 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. A former contender for the GAMMA Lightweight title back in 1997, since that high point his career has slid badly and he was only hanging on to his GAMMA contract by the skin of his teeth. He won by third round knock out over Henry Baldwin in the first round of the tournament, then won by second round knock out over Ross Smith in the tournament's second round. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Savage" Datuk Ong Ka Ting (12-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -1200) vs. Masayoshi "Fireball XXL" Tatsuko (6-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Underdog: +950) Datuk Ong Ka Ting is one of the few Malaysians in Mixed Martial Arts, a vicious pit bull 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 coming off a first round submission victory over Vince Dahl in the second round of the tournament. 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 their Lightweight division. Unfortunately for him, his debut saw him get outstruck by Fujimaro Hidaka and take his first pro defeat. He won by Unanimous Decision over Sadakuno Katoh in the first round of the tournament, then won by third round knock out over Olafur Pettursson in the second round. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Korekiyo Anzai (11-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -300) vs. Chan Kim Huat (7-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +230) Korekiyo Anzai is a very versatile fighter, who has the ability to stand up a strike with most opponents but is at his best when he can get the fight to the ground and use his submission skills. Unfortunately a terrible injury (a shattered knee) meant that he didn't fight at all between February 1998 and December 1999, but he has since returned to full fitness and is back causing waves in the ALPHA-1 Lightweight division. He won by fourth round submission over Nshan Ramazyan in the first round of the tournament, then won by first round submission over Roberto Perella Aun in the second 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. In 2000 he got a Lightweight title shot, his first attempt to win a pro title, but was roundly beaten by Atep of Indonesia to hand him his first professional defeat. He won a first round submission over Jake Walken in the first round of the tournament, then won by second round submission over Vinicius Azeredo in the second round. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Bud "The Rocket" Brockett (12-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -820) vs. Folke Dalen (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #169, Underdog: +650) Bud Brockett was one of the most successful collegiate wrestlers in recent memory, and is 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 of the tournament, then submitted Tessai Satou in the first round in the second round of the tournament. Folke Dalen is a Taekwondo fighter from Sweden, a solid striker who can do damage with his hands or feet. He doesn't have much in the way of grappling or a ground game, but he is young enough to develope given time. He won by second round TKO over Duane Weatherly in the first round of the tournament, then won by first round knock out over Rogelio Quesada in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Naizen Hamacho (14-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -810) vs. Rupert "Warpath" Lennox (11-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Underdog: +640) Naizen Hamacho is a very difficult opponent to face, an excellent striker who is known 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, he has been fighting for ALPHA-1 for several years. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Watson Viana in the first round of the tournament. Rupert Lennox is a former English national champion in Muay Thai, and 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 out-wrestled 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 of the tournament, then won a Unanimous Decision over Dominick Oppenheimer in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Chakrit Mamanee (3-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #145, Favorite: -190) vs. Yoshinori Morishita (5-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Underdog: +150) Chakrit Mamanee is a powerfully built 155lber 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 difficult fighter to stop. He won a Unanimous Decision over Cong Kao in the first round of the tournament, and then won a Unanimous Decision over Caca de Andrade in the second round of the tournament. 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 MMA debut in 2000 and was signed by ALPHA-1 after just two fights. He made a solid debut in the big leagues, beating Shiko Taka with some degree of ease. He won by first round submission over Neil Entopolski in the first round of the tournament, then won a Unanimous Decision over Sadahige Yoshida in the second round of the tournament. CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Ranieri "Martelo" Fernanda (11-2-1, 2-0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #150, Underdog: +140) vs. Guillermo "T-Bone" Morales (14-0-2, 1-0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -180) Ranieri Fernanda is a powerfully built wrestler from Brazil, who likes to work from close range where his raw strength makes him difficult to fight off. Known for grinding out results, his biggest weakness appears to be that he finds it difficult to translate his physical domination into clean finishes. He won by first round submission over Jon Silvers in the first round of the tournament, then won a Split Decision over Matti Kurri in the second round of the tournament. Guillermo Morales is a Cuban grappler, and one of the most powerful men at Light Heavyweight, a sheer bulldozer of a fighter who can almost literally run right through most opponents. Although quite short, he packs a lot of muscle onto his frame and has the advantage of a low center of gravity that makes him hard to take down and gives him great power in his near-unstoppable shot. He won by first round submission over Eddie Whelan in the second round of the tournament. This is the rematch from their Majority Draw in their Third Round bout. The winner will face Marlon John in the fourth round. Weigh-In Results Sukarno (155 lbs) vs. Jackson Mollusck (155 lbs) Go Yamamoto (155 lbs) vs. Rodolphe Gygax (155 lbs) Elvis Milissis (155 lbs) vs. Aaron McBroom (155 lbs) Datuk Ong Ka Ting (155 lbs) vs. Masayoshi Tatsuko (155 lbs) Korekiyo Anzai (155 lbs) vs. Chan Kim Huat (155 lbs) Bud Brockett (155 lbs) vs. Folke Dalen (155 lbs) Naizen Hamacho (155 lbs) vs. Rupert Lennox (155 lbs) Chakrit Mamanee (155 lbs) vs. Yoshinori Morishita (155 lbs) Ranieri Fernanda (205 lbs) vs. Guillermo Morales (205 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 59 Full Fight Card LW: Sukarno vs. Jackson Mollusck LW: Go Yamamoto vs. Rodolphe Gygax LW: Elvis Milissis vs. Aaron McBroom LW: Datuk Ong Ka Ting vs. Masayoshi Tatsuko LW: Korekiyo Anzai vs. Chan Kim Huat LW: Bud Brockett vs. Folke Dalen LW: Naizen Hamacho vs. Rupert Lennox LW: Charkrit Mamanee vs. Yoshinori Morishita LHW: Ranieri Fernanda vs. Guillermo Morales Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 6, 2023 Author Share Posted August 6, 2023 Friday, Week 3, October 2002 Live From Vancouver, British Columbia MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Ranieri "Martelo" Fernanda (11-2-1, 2-0-1 CTC, From: Manaus, Brazil, Underdog: +140) vs. Guillermo "T-Bone" Morales (14-0-2, 1-0-1 CTC, From: Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, Favorite: -180) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Ranieri 'Martelo' Fernanda going head to head with Guillermo 'T-Bone' Morales. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Alan Allen, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Morales is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Morales, controlling the grapple with Fernanda, tries to scoop him up for a slam. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Fernanda has no answers, he gets lifted up and planted down! Morales ends up in guard. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Morales begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:27) He passes guard, but Fernanda was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 04:14) The scramble leaves Fernanda on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Morales pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Fernanda tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Morales doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 03:34) In half guard, Morales catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Morales blocks Fernanda as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 02:51) In half guard, Morales throws a couple of punches designed to keep Fernanda guessing. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Morales blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Morales throws a few left hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Morales blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 1 - 01:27) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Morales shoots in hard and fast on Fernanda. (Rd 1 - 01:22) A big double leg takedown drives Fernanda off his feet and backward! (Rd 1 - 01:22) Fernanda ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Morales, with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:22) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Morales pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Morales begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Fernanda gets turned onto his back, and is left under side control. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Morales fires away with lefts, but does little in the way of actual damage. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Fernanda tries to pull guard on Morales but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Morales, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:45) Showing great timing, Morales comes in fast and looks for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Morales can't get past the sprawl of Fernanda and gets pushed down onto his hands and knees instead. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Fernanda pounds away, Morales is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (Rd 2 - 04:11) Fernanda starts unloading with massive rights and Morales is getting pasted! (Rd 2 - 04:11) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 03:56) By TKO, the winner is Ranieri Fernanda! Official Result: Ranieri 'Martelo' Fernanda defeats Guillermo 'T-Bone' Morales (TKO (Strikes) in 1:04 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Ranieri Fernanda name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says he has a lot of respect for Guillermo Morales and praises his toughness. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Chakrit Mamanee (3-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Thailand, Favorite: -190) vs. Yoshinori Morishita (5-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +150) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Chakrit Mamanee competes against Yoshinori Morishita. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Morishita moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Mamanee into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Mamanee lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Morishita throws a two-punch combo but Mamanee avoids both. (Rd 1 - 04:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Mamanee slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 04:02) A jab hits home from Mamanee and then he catches Morishita with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Morishita misses with a big right hand, allowing Mamanee to counter with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:20) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 02:47) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Morishita misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Mamanee attacks with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Morishita comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Mamanee throws a punch but Morishita avoids it. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Morishita gets hold of Mamanee, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Morishita tries to wrestle Mamanee backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Morishita can't do it though, and Mamanee gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Mamanee looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:49) He gets the takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Morishita gives up his back. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Mamanee tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Morishita stops Mamanee from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Morishita tries a roll, but doesn't budge Mamanee. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Mamanee tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Morishita doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Mamanee blocks Morishita as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Mamanee attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Morishita defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Mamanee, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Mamanee hits a left cross. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Morishita hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Mamanee connects with a nice jab and then hits Morishita with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Moving forward constantly, Morishita is pressuring Mamanee. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Mamanee fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:09) A jab is wide from Morishita, but then he catches Mamanee with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Morishita may have been aiming to get in close, but Mamanee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Mamanee can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Moving forward constantly, Morishita is pressuring Mamanee. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Mamanee hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Morishita lands a left jab but Mamanee evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 03:03) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Mamanee connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Morishita lands a left jab and a right cross. Mamanee lands a one-two. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Moving forward constantly, Morishita is pressuring Mamanee. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Mamanee hit two counter left hands. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Morishita throws a one-two, but Mamanee was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 01:36) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Morishita hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. Mamanee finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 01:26) For the first time, Morishita is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Morishita comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Mamanee lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Morishita lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Morishita comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Mamanee hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Morishita can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:43) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:17) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Morishita counters a right hand with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:02) A jab is wide from Mamanee, but then he hits Morishita with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Mamanee took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Mamanee is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:55) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 04:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Morishita uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. Mamanee is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:58) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 03:26) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Mamanee finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Morishita finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Mamanee looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 3 - 02:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Mamanee slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Morishita is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Mamanee hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Morishita comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Mamanee uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:51) Morishita is able to grab Mamanee. (Rd 3 - 01:42) Morishita is looking to muscle Mamanee back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:42) Mamanee out-wrestles him though. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Mamanee looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Mamanee gets the takedown! Morishita pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Mamanee attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 01:02) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Morishita starts a scramble for position. (Rd 3 - 00:49) The scramble ends with Mamanee grabbing Morishita and getting a waist lock, gaining back control. (Rd 3 - 00:31) Grappling from behind, Mamanee attempts to wrestle Morishita to the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:31) Mamanee gets the takedown with apparent ease, Morishita could do nothing to stop it. (Rd 3 - 00:11) Mamanee loses his control and Morishita is quick to try and scramble free. (Rd 3 - 00:11) Mamanee brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Mamanee took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Morishita needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Mamanee. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 4 - 04:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Morishita uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Mamanee doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Taking a few gulps of breath, Mamanee is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Morishita 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 - 04:12) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 03:40) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 4 - 03:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Morishita misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Mamanee to attack with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Looking very tired, Morishita clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Using his wrestling skills, Mamanee is trying to push Morishita up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Mamanee manages it and controls Morishita up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Morishita looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Mamanee pins Morishita up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 4 - 02:42) Morishita gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Mamanee catches Morishita with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:16) Mamanee catches Morishita with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Morishita gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 01:55) Morishita takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Mamanee looks for a foot stomp but Morishita works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Morishita misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Morishita clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Mamanee gets out-wrestled in the grapple and Morishita takes control. (Rd 4 - 01:03) Morishita attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Mamanee on the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:03) Mamanee blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 4 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Morishita looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Mamanee blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:34) Mamanee is looking to muscle Morishita back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:34) Morishita out-wrestles him though. (Rd 4 - 00:05) Morishita looks to take Mamanee down with a trip. (Rd 4 - 00:05) It doesn't work, Mamanee defended against it well. (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 Mamanee. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Morishita is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:54) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Morishita looks very, very tired. (Rd 5 - 04:37) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Mamanee hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Morishita finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Mamanee slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:05) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Mamanee tries to wrestle Morishita backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Morishita ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:53) Morishita is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 03:45) Mamanee uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 03:33) Morishita uses his wrestling skills to prevent Mamanee from throwing any knee strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:13) Morishita takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Morishita takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 02:47) Morishita gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 5 - 02:39) Morishita is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:28) Morishita gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:13) Morishita gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:01) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:01) Mamanee 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 - 01:46) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Mamanee doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Morishita is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 01:29) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 5 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:59) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 00:59) Mamanee uses a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:59) Morishita misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:45) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 00:45) Using his wrestling skills, Mamanee is trying to push Morishita up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:45) Mamanee does it, Morishita is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:33) Mamanee is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 00:33) Morishita, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the tired-looking Mamanee is exerting. (Rd 5 - 00:33) Both looking very tired, they see out the round hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Morishita looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (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 Mamanee, 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 50-45 (Benjamin Milligan III), 49-46 (Edward Wilde) and 50-46 (Alan Allen). (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Chakrit Mamanee! Official Result: Chakrit Mamanee defeats Yoshinori Morishita (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Chakrit Mamanee 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. Naizen Hamacho (14-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Favorite: -810) vs. Rupert "Warpath" Lennox (11-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Gateshead, England, Underdog: +640) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Naizen Hamacho taking on Rupert 'Warpath' Lennox. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Lennox comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Hamacho lands two right hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Lennox can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:33) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Lennox moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Hamacho into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Hamacho manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Lennox throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Hamacho finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Lennox lands with a quick punch but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Hamacho, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Lennox connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:05) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Hamacho acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Hamacho slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a good left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Hamacho used his reach advantage there, picking Lennox off at range. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Hamacho hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Lennox hits a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 01:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Hamacho misses a jab but hits a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Lennox hits a jab but misses with a spinning back kick. (Rd 1 - 01:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Hamacho slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a left cross. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:30) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Hamacho throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Lennox counters with a jab and a right hook. (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 Lennox. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Lennox 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 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Hamacho slips past a right hook and counters with a few quick jabs that are followed by a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Hamacho acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 2 - 04:13) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:13) Lennox misses a right hook and gets countered with a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 03:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Lennox misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hamacho to attack with a nice right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Lennox glances at his corner and gets a thumbs up in response. (Rd 2 - 03:41) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Lennox hits a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Hamacho uses a right jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:22) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Lennox misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hamacho to attack with a right jab and a left head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Lennox immediately covers up and tries to retreat, only to end up against the cage! I think that he is dazed! (Rd 2 - 03:10) Hamacho floors Lennox with a vicious head kick! (Rd 2 - 02:57) Hamacho senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 2 - 02:57) Hamacho starts unloading with massive lefts and Lennox is getting pasted! (Rd 2 - 02:57) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 02:46) The winner, by TKO, is Naizen Hamacho! Official Result: Naizen Hamacho defeats Rupert 'Warpath' Lennox (TKO (Strikes) in 2:14 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Naizen Hamacho thanks everyone connected to Dragon's Lair Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Naizen Hamacho gives a show of respect to his opponent. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Bud "The Rocket" Brockett (12-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Waterbury, Connecticut, Favorite: -820) vs. Folke Dalen (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Helsingborg, Sweden, Underdog: +650) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett competes against Folke Dalen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Dalen looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Brockett appeared to be going for a takedown, but Dalen took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab is wide from Dalen, but then he catches Brockett with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Brockett sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Brockett gets a single leg takedown! Dalen pulls guard off it. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Time slips away as Brockett successfully keeps Dalen stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Brockett lies on top of Dalen, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Dalen is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Brockett off of him. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Dalen is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Brockett off of him. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Dalen is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Brockett off of him. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Brockett fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Time slips away as Brockett successfully keeps Dalen stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 01:22) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 01:17) There's a takedown attempt from Brockett, showing great power and speed. (Rd 1 - 01:17) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:17) That's two takedowns from two attempts. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Brockett throws a quick, nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Brockett throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Brockett pounds away and Dalen eats a few big strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Brockett fires off some lefts, but Dalen isn't troubled by them. (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 Brockett. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Brockett 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 Dalen from this point onward. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:53) Dalen can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Brockett uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 2 - 04:33) He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Dalen to stay upright, the takedown is completed! (Rd 2 - 04:33) Dalen winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Brockett pressing onto him. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Dalen hasn't stopped a single takedown yet. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Brockett begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Brockett shows his ground skills and gets full mount! (Rd 2 - 03:35) Brockett throws short elbows over and over, Dalen is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 2 - 03:35) Dalen is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 2 - 03:21) The winner, by knock out, is Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett! Official Result: Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett defeats Folke Dalen (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:39 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bud Brocket praises his team at American Cage Fighters, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Korekiyo Anzai (11-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -300) vs. Chan Kim Huat (7-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Johor Bahru, Malaysia, Underdog: +230) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Korekiyo Anzai taking on Chan Kim Huat. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Anzai hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Huat hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Moving forward constantly, Anzai is pressuring Huat. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Huat fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:25) A one-two from Anzai fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Anzai comes forward. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Huat hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Anzai moves in behind three quick punches, one of them finding a home, and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:44) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Huat hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Anzai lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Huat hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Anzai is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Huat shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Anzai cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Huat keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Anzai smothers Huat with close control, stopping him from posturing up. (Rd 1 - 02:19) The clock runs down as Anzai is being smothered against the ground by Huat. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Huat lies on top of Anzai, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Huat keeps tight to Anzai, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Huat gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and Anzai quickly scrambles. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Huat seizes the opportunity, Anzai was too slow and gets caught in side control. (Rd 1 - 00:34) In side control, Huat begins working to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 00:34) He goes for the mount but Anzai starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Anzai brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back! (Rd 1 - 00:08) Anzai tries to finish Huat off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Huat defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Huat, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Anzai lands a left hand and then hits Huat with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Anzai forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Huat hit two counter left hands. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Anzai throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Anzai misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Huat attacks with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Huat lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Anzai lands a left jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Huat may have a seriously damaged jaw after that last shot. (Rd 2 - 03:49) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Anzai misses with a big right hand, allowing Huat to counter with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Anzai comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Huat hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:28) A jab is wide from Anzai, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Anzai moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Huat into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Huat manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Anzai throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Anzai comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Huat hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Anzai lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:45) For the first time, Anzai is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Anzai lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Anzai moves in on Huat, preparing to throw. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Anzai lands a jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:52) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 01:32) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 01:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Anzai initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Huat tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 00:38) A jab is wide from Anzai, but then he lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 00:38) Huat collapses, that shot knocked him out! (Rd 2 - 00:29) The winner, by knock out; Korekiyo Anzai! Official Result: Korekiyo Anzai defeats Chan Kim Huat (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:31 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Korekiyo Anzai thanks everyone connected to J1 Circle for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Savage" Datuk Ong Ka Ting (12-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Masayoshi "Fireball XXL" Tatsuko (6-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Savage' Datuk Ong Ka Ting squaring off with Masayoshi 'Fireball XXL' Tatsuko. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) There's a takedown attempt from Datuk, who set it up well. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Datuk gets the takedown! Tatsuko pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:40) In guard, Datuk begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 04:40) He eventually passes, but only into half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Tatsuko is really working hard on the ground to slow down Datuk and make him work for everything. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Datuk attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:05) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Datuk tries to lock Tatsuko in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:09) The kimura is fully applied, Tatsuko has no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:49) Datuk Ong Ka Ting takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'The Savage' Datuk Ong Ka Ting defeats Masayoshi 'Fireball XXL' Tatsuko (Submission (Kimura) in 2:11 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Datuk Ong Ka Ting praises his team at Wudang Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Datuk says that he is really happy with his submission game and that he was very confident that he could tap out Masayoshi Tatsuko if he got the opportunity. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Elvis "The King" Milissis (8-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Clarksville, Tennessee, Favorite: -110) vs. Aaron "The Patriot" McBroom (13-6, 2-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Underdog: +100) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Elvis 'The King' Milissis faces Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Alan Allen, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Milissis lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:47) McBroom connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Milissis misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing McBroom to attack with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 04:17) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:17) McBroom is off-target with a jab but hits a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Milissis uses a pair of right jabs and also unleashes a superb head kick! (Rd 1 - 04:01) He's down! McBroom falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Milissis knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on McBroom, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Milissis unloads with massive left hands and McBroom is getting destroyed! (Rd 1 - 04:01) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 03:46) The winner, by TKO, is Elvis 'The King' Milissis! Official Result: Elvis 'The King' Milissis defeats Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom (TKO (Strikes) in 1:14 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Elvis Milissis thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Pain Express" Go Yamamoto (29-10, 1-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -800) vs. "G-Force" Rodolphe Gygax (24-16-1NC, 1-0-1NC CTC, From: St. Gallen, Switzerland, Underdog: +630) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'Pain Express' Go Yamamoto battles 'G-Force' Rodolphe Gygax in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Alan Allen, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:47) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 04:14) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:56) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Gygax misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Yamamoto comes in with a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Gygax rewards that last punch with a big smile, a sure sign that it really hurt him. (Rd 1 - 03:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Yamamoto slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Yamamoto slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Yamamoto dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a leg kick that misses. (Rd 1 - 02:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Yamamoto is off target with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Gygax scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Yamamoto is off target with a left jab but lands a low kick. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Gygax misses with a pair of jabs but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Gygax acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 1 - 01:42) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Yamamoto dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 01:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:23) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Yamamoto is off-target with a jab and also fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Gygax doesn't find the mark with a right hand, Yamamoto slipped past it. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Yamamoto dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a spinning kick. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:44) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 00:10) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Gygax misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook. (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 Yamamoto, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Yamamoto. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:46) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 2 - 04:24) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Yamamoto feints to one side, causing Gygax to react and leave himself off balance. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Gygax misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Yamamoto to attack with a left jab and a kick into the body. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Gygax is not able to compete with Yamamoto in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck. (Rd 2 - 04:24) That said, he has such power that it would only take one clean shot to turn the tables entirely. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Gygax misses a right hook and gets countered with two jabs that are followed by a powerful straight right! (Rd 2 - 03:51) Gygax is knocked down! (Rd 2 - 03:51) Yamamoto knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Gygax, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 03:51) Yamamoto pounds away with rights, Gygax is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 2 - 03:51) The referee jumps in and saves Gygax from taking any more shots! (Rd 2 - 03:40) The winner, by TKO, is 'Pain Express' Go Yamamoto! Official Result: 'Pain Express' Go Yamamoto defeats 'G-Force' Rodolphe Gygax (TKO (Strikes) in 1:20 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Go Yamamoto praises his team at Dragon's Lair Gym, 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 repeats his challenge to Helio. "You're ducking me because you know you can't beat me". Go Yamamoto handled this interview with aplomb, it was a very impressive, assured performance. MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Fury Awoken" Sukarno (31-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -910) vs. "The Bone Collector" Jackson Mollusck (10-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Underdog: +720) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Fury Awoken' Sukarno fights 'The Bone Collector' Jackson Mollusck in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Attacking with a quick flurry, Sukarno lands five punches and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Sukarno lands a left hand and then hits Mollusck with a powerful leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Sukarno moves in on Mollusck, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Sukarno fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Mollusck hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Sukarno connects with a nice jab and then catches Mollusck with a superb right kick to the head! (Rd 1 - 03:50) Mollusck is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 03:41) Sukarno senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! (Rd 1 - 03:41) Incredibly, Mollusck holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 03:23) On his back, Mollusck watches as Sukarno leaps up and attempts a flying stomp! (Rd 1 - 03:23) Mollusck avoids the stomp and scrambles for position. (Rd 1 - 03:05) The scramble allows Sukarno to take his opponent's back! (Rd 1 - 02:53) Sukarno pounds away but Mollusck deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Mollusck prevents Sukarno from getting his hooks in. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Mollusck tries to move Sukarno off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Sukarno pounds away, landing several clean blows on Mollusck in the process. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Sukarno tries to pound on Mollusck, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Mollusck tries to move Sukarno off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Sukarno tries to pound on Mollusck, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Sukarno blocks Mollusck as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Mollusck prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Sukarno from getting hooks in. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Sukarno blocks Mollusck as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Sukarno, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:53) Sukarno hits a left jab and then hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Mollusck is on wobbly legs, he almost fell over as he attempted to back off! (Rd 2 - 04:42) Sukarno tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but just misses. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Mollusck appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sukarno took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Sukarno lands a jab and then catches Mollusck with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Sukarno steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:02) A one-two from Sukarno fails to land. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Sukarno can't connect with a jab, but then catches Mollusck with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 03:21) Sukarno lands two jabs and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Sukarno lands a left hand and then catches Mollusck with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 02:43) Sukarno lands a left hand and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Mollusck. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) A jab is wide from Sukarno, but then he hits a vicious body kick! (Rd 2 - 02:22) That blow causes Mollusck to fall to the ground in agony! He clearly can't continue, it's all over! (Rd 2 - 02:17) The winner, by body kick TKO; Sukarno! Official Result: 'Fury Awoken' Sukarno defeats 'The Bone Collector' Jackson Mollusck (TKO (Body Kick) in 2:43 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Sukarno praises his team at Dojo of Zui Quan, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Attendance: 404 Gate Reciepts: $31,997 Sponsorship: $26,296 Ad Revenue: $1,154,996 Merchandise: $3,729 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $287,691) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Sukarno $106,641 Jackson Mollusck $1,765 Go Yamamoto $97,056 Rodolphe Gygax $1,422 Elvis Milissis $7,500 Aaron McBroom $2,773 Perf: Milissis: $5,000 Datuk Ong Ka Ting $9,355 Masayoshi Tatsuko $2,144 SotN: Datuk: $5,000 Korekiyo Anzai $4,822 Chan Kim Huat $1,765 Bud Brockett $11,072 Folke Dalen $2,017 KotN: Brockett: $5,000 Naizen Hamacho $5,924 Rupert Lennox $3,152 Chakrit Mamanee $2,144 Yoshinori Morishita $2,017 Ranieri Fernanda $12,678 Guillermo Morales $13,444 FotN: Both: $10,000 Drug Testing: $10,134 Production: $19,528 Profit: $899,665 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 78% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +5.0% 79.5% (High Level Regional) USA +4.0% 74.0% (High Level Regional) UK +4.0% 73.8% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.5% 71.9% (High Level Regional) Australia +2.5% 72.0% (High Level Regional) Japan +4.4% 79.3% (High Level Regional) Asia +3.0% 71.0% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.6% 57.9% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.5% 69.7% (High Level Regional) South America +4.0% 74.6% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.5% 68.1% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.6% 49.6% (Mid Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Jackson Mollusck, Rodolphe Gygax, Aaron McBroom, Masayoshi Tatsuko, Chan Kim Huat, Folke Dalen, Rupert Lennox, Yoshinori Morishita, and Guillermo Morales. 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CageRage Posted August 7, 2023 Author Share Posted August 7, 2023 Saturday, Week 3, October 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Brandon "Sugar Rush" Sugar (30-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -400) vs. Lubos "The Experiment" Plasil (10-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Underdog: +310) Brandon Sugar was actually born in the Philippines on an army base but listed as American on his passport. He is a Jiu Jitsu black belt who is known for his particularly deadly triangle choke. A star of GAMMA, his trilogy of fights with Sean Morrison turned him into a geniune PPV 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. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Shuji Oshiro in the second round of the tournament. Lubos Plasil is a former instructor in Russian Combat Sambo, 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 of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Alain Saul in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Atep of Indonesia (15-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -1200) vs. Irving "Bang Bang" Braun (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Underdog: +950) Atep of Indonesia is a potential mega star 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 name 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. In contention for a title shot, he is likely heading for a showdown with ALPHA-1's Lightweight champion Sukarno who is the only man to have ever beaten him. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Adam McLeish in the second round of the tournament. 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 the opponent down in the first place. He was picked up by BCF in 2001 and made a splash on his debut, pounding Jeremy Sproule into oblivion with his trademark ground and pound. He won a Unanimous Decision over Selton de Oliveira in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round TKO over Morihiro Kiski in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Glen "The Marine" Siemaszko (10-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Underdog: +100) vs. "The Blonde Bomber" Nicholas Bretton (16-7, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -110) Glen Siemaszko is a tough Lightweight from Boston, Massachusetts, who is a kick boxer with a dynamite right hand. A real life former US Marine, he is noted for the trademark army colors on his shorts and other fight wear. In 2000 he became the XCC Lightweight champion by defeating Darren Southall, a win that put him on GAMMA's radar. He moved on to the bigger company in 2001 but had a disastrous debut when Bud Brockett thoroughly manhandled him for three rounds. He won by second round knock out over Ignatius Hepfinger in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Delma de Brito in the second round of the tournament. 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 has been a regular with GAMMA since late '96 although it is fair to say that he has struggled with the level of competition. He won by first round submission over Nik Minear in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Sammy Newton in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Branco (20-8, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Even: -110) vs. "Relentless" Ren Akai (10-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Even: -110) Branco is an exciting Brazilian striker, who has the kickboxing skills to pick apart opponents with tight, precise blows but also has a pronounced flair for the dramatic and often throws in funky, flashy strikes too. He was the FLB Lightweight Champion from January 1997 to May 1999 before being dethroned (and then beaten in the rematch) by Helio. A world-ranked Lightweight, he understably followed numerous other FLB alumni to ALPHA-1 after the companies demise. He won by first round knock out over Marcio do Amor Lima in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round knock out over Pentti Rovanpera in the second round of the tournament. 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 joined ALPHA-1's Lightweight division in 1999. He won by fourth round submission over Doug Minelli in the first round of the tournament, before winning a Unanimous Decision over Darren Southall in the second round fo the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Hillbilly Hammer" Luke Hilton (13-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Underdog: +190) vs. Patrik "The Troll" Pedersen (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Favorite: -240) Luke Hilton is a Lightweight competitor and a real threat to any opponent. His wrestling background gives him a solid base when competeing 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 Split Decision victory over Shusui Ikoma in the second round of the tournament. 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, he 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 joined SIGMA in 2000, and looks a good addition to the Lightweight ranks. He won by first round submission over Sebastian Fernandez in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round TKO over Timmy Dukes in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Mr. Intensity" Bruce Steven (21-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Underdog: +100) vs. Gregory "Chief" O'Hara (12-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Favorite: -110) Bruce Steven is a talented submission artist from Canada, who has always been one of the most dangerous Lightweight fighters 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 up with the elite. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Muhammad Hamzah in the second round of the tournament. Gregory O'Hara is a tough fighter who was 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 and smother his opponent. He joined BCF's Lightweight division in the summer of 1999 and has since gone on a five fight winning streak through the division. He won by fourth round knock out over Hidetada Matsumura in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round TKO over Nate Marx in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: H.M. Menzel (17-6, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -480) vs. Fujimaro Hidaka (11-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Underdog: +380) H.M. Menzel was originally a scrappy, tenacious wrestler, and 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 fighter. He is a former challenger for the GAMMA Lightweight title. He won by second round submission over Aiden Weinstein in the first round of the tournament, before winning a Unanimous Decision over Kazuya Chano in the second round of the tournament. 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 23 second knock out over Bae Yoon in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round TKO over Chad Zoff in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Sharpshooter" Georges Nouri (15-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -1200) vs. Norihide Kusonoki (4-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #212, Underdog: +950) Georges Nouri is a Greek grappling master, 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 has twice contended for the SIGMA Lightweight title but failed on both occasions. He won by 39 second submission over Raymond Austin in the first round of the tournament, before winning by 45 second submission over Matt Horowitz in the second round of the tournament. 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 of the tournament, before winning by fifth round submission over Teeratep Nutnum in the second round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Brandon Sugar (155 lbs) vs. Lubos Plasil (155 lbs) Atep of Indonesia (155 lbs) vs. Irving Braun (155 lbs) Glen Siemaszko (155 lbs) vs. Nicholas Bretton (155 lbs) Branco (155 lbs) vs. Ren Akai (155 lbs) Luke Hilton (155 lbs) vs. Patrik Pedersen (155 lbs) Bruce Steven (155 lbs) vs. Gregory O'Hara (155 lbs) H.M. Menzel (155 lbs) vs. Fujimaro Hidaka (155 lbs) Georges Nouri (155 lbs) vs. Norihide Kusonoki (155 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 60 Full Fight Card LW: Brandon Sugar vs. Lubos Plasil LW: Atep of Indonesia vs. Irving Braun LW: Glen Siemaszko vs. Nicholas Bretton LW: Branco vs. Ren Akai LW: Luke Hilton vs. Partik Pedersen LW: Bruce Steven vs. Gregory O'Hara LW: H.M. Menzel vs. Fujimaro Hidaka LW: Georges Nouri vs. Norihide Kusonoki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 8, 2023 Author Share Posted August 8, 2023 Saturday, Week 3, October 2002 Live From Chilliwack, British Columbia MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Sharpshooter" Georges Nouri (15-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Athens, Greece, Favorite: -1200) vs. Norihide Kusonoki (4-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is our first main fight of the night, in which 'The Sharpshooter' Georges Nouri takes on Norihide Kusonoki. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Nouri sets it up well and shoots in at speed. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Nouri has the takedown! Kusonoki pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Nouri looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Kusonoki keeps Nouri in half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Nouri throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Nouri throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Nouri starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:17) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Kusonoki starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Nouri spots an opportunity and moves quickly to try and secure Kusonoki in a guillotine choke. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Kusonoki pulls free before the choke can be tightened, and ends up in guard. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Perhaps wary of submissions, Kusonoki keeps extremely tight to Nouri and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Nouri attempts to grab an arm of Kusonoki from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Kusonoki fends off Nouri, and spins to side control in a great show of skill. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Kusonoki pounds away with elbow strikes, but Nouri calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Nouri skillfully moves to full guard. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Kusonoki lunges forward and slams his shoulder into Nouri. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Kusonoki throws several small strikes at Nouri, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Nouri grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Kusonoki into a triangle choke. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Kusonoki pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Kusonoki throws several small strikes at Nouri, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Grabbing an arm, Nouri attempts to lock on a triangle choke. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Kusonoki pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Kusonoki. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Kusonoki looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Kusonoki fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Nouri with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Kusonoki closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Nouri may have been setting up to shoot, but Kusonoki aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Kusonoki hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Kusonoki can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Two defensive jabs hit from Nouri, but neither had any power. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Kusonoki can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Nouri with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:44) It looks like Nouri has been cut above the eye. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Nouri shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Nouri drives forward and gets the takedown! Kusonoki couldn't quite stop it. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Kusonoki winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Nouri pressing onto him. (Rd 2 - 03:16) That's two takedowns from two attempts. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Nouri starts trying to get Kusonoki on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 2 - 03:06) He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Kusonoki, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Not liking his options, Nouri looks to get a better position over Kusonoki. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Nouri shows his ground skills and gets full mount! (Rd 2 - 01:02) Nouri tries to ensnare Kusonoki in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 01:02) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Kusonoki has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:36) The winner, by submission, is 'The Sharpshooter' Georges Nouri! Official Result: 'The Sharpshooter' Georges Nouri defeats Norihide Kusonoki (Submission (Armbar) in 4:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. 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 THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. H.M. Menzel (17-6, 2-0 CTC, From: Amos, Quebec, Favorite: -480) vs. Fujimaro Hidaka (11-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +380) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, H. M. Menzel goes up against Fujimaro Hidaka. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a noticeable lack of the usual touching of gloves to begin with. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Hidaka throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:33) A one-two from Hidaka fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Hidaka connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:52) A jab is wide from Hidaka, but then he catches Menzel with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:35) A jab hits home from Hidaka and then he catches Menzel with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Menzel, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Hidaka connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:58) It looked like we were about to see Menzel try and get some grappling started, but Hidaka was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Hidaka connects with a nice jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Menzel. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Hidaka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Menzel looked like he was going to shoot, but Hidaka simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Hidaka hits a left jab and then lands a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:03) A jab is wide from Hidaka, but then he catches Menzel with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Hidaka steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Hidaka fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Menzel hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Hidaka hits a left hand, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Menzel has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Menzel, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Hidaka throws a punch but Menzel was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 00:50) A jab lands from Hidaka, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Hidaka hits a left jab and then catches Menzel with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Moving around, Menzel is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 00:05) A flurry of three punches from Hidaka see one of them land but finds nothing but air with a big right. (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 Hidaka. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Menzel looks a little shell-shocked too. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Hidaka, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Menzel. (Rd 2 - 04:44) Menzel has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Hidaka lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Hidaka lands a left jab, but then can't connect with a head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Setting it up well, Menzel shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:56) The takedown is completed, Hidaka is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Menzel begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:44) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Hidaka tries to get back up. (Rd 2 - 03:30) The scramble sees Menzel up first, and he is quick to wrestle Hidaka up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Menzel tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Hidaka uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Menzel presses Hidaka into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 2 - 02:59) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Menzel smothers Hidaka up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:56) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Showing his ability to control opponents, Menzel simply smothers Hidaka against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:51) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Referee Roger Bennett decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (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 Menzel. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:53) Menzel looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 3 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Hidaka and then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 04:44) Menzel is limping noticeably. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Hidaka can't connect with a jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Menzel. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Hidaka is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Hidaka moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:18) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Menzel, but Hidaka was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Hidaka lands two of three quick punches but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Hidaka fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right head kick. (Rd 3 - 03:46) It looks like Menzel has been cut under the eye. (Rd 3 - 03:22) Hidaka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Hidaka hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:55) Hidaka acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 3 - 02:40) A jab is wide from Hidaka, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Menzel. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:22) A jab lands from Hidaka, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Setting it up well, Menzel shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:58) He has the takedown! Hidaka pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 01:58) That's two takedowns from two attempts. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Hidaka is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Menzel off of him. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Menzel begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 3 - 01:18) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Hidaka tries to get back up. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Menzel brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back! (Rd 3 - 00:48) Menzel attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Hidaka fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:17) Menzel blocks Hidaka as he tries to roll over. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Hidaka, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Hidaka. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Menzel. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 05:00) Barely able to walk now, the damage Menzel has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Circling, Menzel clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Hidaka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Menzel may have a broken nose from that shot, there is blood pouring down his face. (Rd 4 - 04:46) A smashed nose is going to force him to breathe through the mouth and will tire him out quicker. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Hidaka throws a punch but Menzel was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Menzel seizes the chance and grabs Hidaka into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Menzel is trying to push Hidaka so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:18) He does so and now has Hidaka pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Showing his ability to exert control, Menzel smothers Hidaka up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Hidaka is trapped against the cage and Menzel hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Menzel tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Hidaka uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Menzel smothers Hidaka against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 02:03) Menzel pins Hidaka up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 01:46) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Menzel is wearing Hidaka down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 4 - 01:46) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 4 - 00:37) Hidaka is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 00:37) Referee Roger Bennett decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:30) Hidaka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Menzel with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:26) Barely able to walk now, the damage Menzel has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 4 - 00:26) Hidaka moves confidently around the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Setting it up well, Menzel shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Menzel has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 4 - 00:08) Menzel fires away with elbows but Hidaka doesn't take much damage. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's 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) I have to give that round to Menzel, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 05:00) Menzel limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Menzel warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Hidaka hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 5 - 04:24) A jab is wide from Hidaka, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Menzel is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Barely able to walk now, the damage Menzel has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Hidaka closes in on Menzel, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Menzel appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Hidaka took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Hidaka throws a one-two, but Menzel was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 03:48) Menzel may have been setting up to shoot, but Hidaka aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 03:48) Hidaka throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Hidaka confidently comes in closer. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Menzel lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Hidaka uses a left jab, but Menzel evades a big right punch. (Rd 5 - 03:14) It looked like we were about to see Menzel try and get some grappling started, but Hidaka was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 03:14) Hidaka throws a one-two, but Menzel was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 03:00) Hidaka confidently comes in closer. (Rd 5 - 03:00) Hidaka throws a punch but Menzel avoids it. (Rd 5 - 02:48) Menzel had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 5 - 02:48) Hidaka can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 02:48) The gash under the eye of Menzel has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 5 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:29) A punch from Hidaka fails to land. (Rd 5 - 02:24) From the looks of things, I don't think Hidaka has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 02:24) With a clear opportunity, Menzel is able to move in fast and clinch with Hidaka. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Using his wrestling skills, Menzel is trying to push Hidaka up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Menzel does it, Hidaka is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:00) Hidaka, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Menzel is exerting. (Rd 5 - 02:00) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Menzel tries to use dirty boxing against Hidaka, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 5 - 00:30) Menzel uses dirty boxing to punish Hidaka while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:14) Menzel pins Hidaka up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (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 Menzel. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) H. M. Menzel wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: H. M. Menzel defeats Fujimaro Hidaka (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. Asked who he wants to fight next, he immediately brings up Yoritoki Iwahashi and makes some bad jokes about him. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Mr. Intensity" Bruce Steven (21-9, 2-0 CTC, From: Port Cartier, Quebec, Underdog: +100) vs. Gregory "Chief" O'Hara (12-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Favorite: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven faces Gregory 'Chief' O'Hara. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:54) Steven shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:54) O'Hara partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Steven has a hold of the other. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Steven drives O'Hara up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:41) O'Hara is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:41) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 03:39) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Steven is wearing O'Hara down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 1 - 03:39) They remain there for at least thirty seconds, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Steven tries to smother O'Hara against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Steven isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:31) A jab lands from O'Hara, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:13) O'Hara closes in on Steven, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:13) O'Hara lands a right hand and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:45) Steven clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:45) O'Hara can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Steven with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 01:26) O'Hara hits two right jabs and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:58) O'Hara closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:58) O'Hara uses a right jab, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 1 - 00:40) O'Hara confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Steven scores with a weak, flicked right hand jab. (Rd 1 - 00:40) O'Hara fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Steven chooses to shoot in on O'Hara. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Steven gets hold of a leg but O'Hara remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Steven uses the position to drive O'Hara up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Steven tries to smother O'Hara against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to O'Hara, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Moving around, Steven is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Two jabs hit home from O'Hara and then he hits Steven with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Setting it up well, Steven shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:32) O'Hara cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 04:19) For the moment Steven is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Steven keeps O'Hara guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Steven blocks O'Hara as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up. (Rd 2 - 03:21) Steven tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 03:21) He can't find a way past the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:57) O'Hara uses his legs to push Steven back, and tries to scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 02:57) It's a bad choice though, as Steven seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Steven tries to ensnare O'Hara in an arm triangle. (Rd 2 - 02:38) O'Hara defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Steven blocks O'Hara as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Steven attempts to kimura O'Hara from side control. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Steven gets the kimura fully applied and O'Hara has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 01:24) By submission, the winner is Bruce Steven! Official Result: 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven defeats Gregory 'Chief' O'Hara (Submission (Kimura) in 3:36 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Bruce Steven thanks everyone connected to Montreal Fight Sciences for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked about the finish, Bruce Steven reveals that he has been working on that submission in particular during training and that he is happy that all the hard work paid off. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Hillbilly Hammer" Luke Hilton (13-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, Alabama, Underdog: +190) vs. Patrik "The Troll" Pedersen (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Favorite: -240) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Luke Hilton battling Patrik 'The Troll' Pedersen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Pedersen doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Hilton throws a one-two, but Pedersen was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Pedersen gets hold of Hilton, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Pedersen attempts to wrestle Hilton to the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Hilton cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Pedersen throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Pedersen begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:51) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 1 - 03:36) The scramble results in Pedersen having his back taken! (Rd 1 - 03:19) Hilton fires away with punches, and Pedersen is stung by several big shots. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Hilton fires away with punches, but Pedersen doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Pedersen tries to move Hilton off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Hilton tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Pedersen fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Pedersen tries to move Hilton off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Hilton pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Hilton fires away with punches, and Pedersen is stung by several big shots. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Hilton gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Hilton pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Pedersen attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Hilton doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Hilton unloads with big right hands and Pedersen is struggling to cope! (Rd 1 - 00:23) Hilton pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Pedersen attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Hilton doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Hilton, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:46) Hilton uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Pedersen looked like he was going to shoot, but Hilton simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Hilton hits a left jab and then catches Pedersen with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Pedersen shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:11) A great sprawl from Hilton prevents the takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Hilton dances round with his hands low, making a big show of how easy he is finding this. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Pedersen had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:46) A jab is wide from Hilton, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Hilton steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 03:27) It looked like we were about to see Pedersen try and get some grappling started, but Hilton was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Hilton can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Hilton throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Pedersen moves in fast and clinches with Hilton. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Pedersen tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:00) An outside leg trip sweeps Hilton down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control! (Rd 2 - 02:49) Pedersen fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Hilton tries to move to guard, but Pedersen doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Pedersen attempts the mount. (Rd 2 - 02:06) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Pedersen mistakenly leaves his back exposed and Hilton seizes the chance to take it! (Rd 2 - 01:39) Hilton pounds away with right hands and Pedersen is in big trouble! (Rd 2 - 01:25) Hilton increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 2 - 01:06) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Hilton tries to finish Pedersen off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Pedersen doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 2 - 00:41) Hilton maintains his hooks, despite Pedersen trying to break them. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Hilton pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Hilton pounds away on Pedersen, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Hilton, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Hilton up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Attacking with intent, Hilton scores with a flurry of three punches but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Pedersen comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Hilton stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Hilton is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Pedersen had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Hilton lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:46) A jab hits home from Hilton and then he hits Pedersen with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Hilton moves in on Pedersen, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Hilton hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Pedersen may have been setting up to shoot, but Hilton aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Hilton fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Pedersen with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Retreating until backed against the cage, Pedersen looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable! (Rd 3 - 03:05) Hilton goes under the guard and nails Pedersen with a right uppercut! What a shot! (Rd 3 - 03:01) Hilton goes under the guard and nails Pedersen with a right uppercut! What a shot! (Rd 3 - 03:01) The referee jumps in and saves Pedersen from taking any more shots! (Rd 3 - 03:01) That's poor refereeing in my opinion, referee Roger Bennett should have gotten in there and stopped the bout faster. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Luke Hilton takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Luke Hilton defeats Patrik 'The Troll' Pedersen (TKO (Strikes) in 2:08 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Luke Hilton praises his team at Impact MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he is going to celebrate his win by heading to a local club for a victory party and everyone is invited. Luke Hilton gave a good account of himself here. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Branco (20-8, 2-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Even: -110) vs. "Relentless" Ren Akai (10-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Saitama, Japan, Even: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Branco squares off with 'Relentless' Ren Akai. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Akai shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:49) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Akai is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Akai isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Branco. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Branco tries to sweep Akai but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Akai attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Branco keeps his half guard secure. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Branco bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:34) It's a bad choice though, as Akai seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Akai fires off some rights, but Branco isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Branco tries to pull guard on Akai but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Akai throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Branco tries to pull guard on Akai but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Akai looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 02:06) He can't get the mount as Branco rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Akai increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Akai pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Akai keeps both hooks, despite Branco trying to pull them apart. (Rd 1 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Akai fires away with punches, but Branco deals with them fairly well. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Akai, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Branco doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Branco tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Akai pounds away on Branco, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Akai. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:54) There's a takedown attempt from Akai, who set it up well. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Akai has the takedown! Branco pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:54) That's two takedowns from two attempts. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Akai tries to pound on Branco, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Branco uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. (Rd 2 - 04:34) He may regret that choice, as it gives Akai the perfect opportunity to get side control. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Akai pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Branco tries to pull guard on Akai but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Akai throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Akai blocks Branco as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Akai keeps Branco guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:42) Branco tries to pull guard on Akai but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Akai throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Branco tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Akai throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Akai blocks Branco as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Akai pounds away on Branco but can't land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Branco tries to move to guard, but Akai doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 00:41) Akai throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Branco tries to move to guard, but Akai doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 00:06) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (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 Akai. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Akai. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:54) Branco lands a jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Branco throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Akai uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Akai drives forward and nails Branco with a huge double leg takedown! (Rd 3 - 04:16) The takedown leaves Branco seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Akai starts trying to get Branco on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Akai shifts his position brilliantly to get mount! (Rd 3 - 03:17) Akai pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Akai pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Akai pounds away but Branco deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Akai pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Branco. (Rd 3 - 02:20) Akai fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Akai pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Branco. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Akai fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Akai controls Branco, who was trying to wriggle to half guard. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Akai tries to pound on Branco, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Akai blocks Branco as he tries a sweep. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Akai pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Akai controls Branco, who was trying to wriggle to half guard. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Akai pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Branco tries to get to half guard but can't. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Akai took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Branco 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) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:51) Akai chooses to shoot in on Branco. (Rd 4 - 04:51) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Branco is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 4 - 04:43) In guard, Akai throws a couple of punches designed to keep Branco guessing. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Akai keeps Branco guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Branco throws out some punches, but Akai leans back to avoid them. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Akai fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Branco throws out some punches, but Akai leans back to avoid them. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Akai fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Branco throws out some punches, but Akai leans back to avoid them. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Akai looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Akai passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Branco starts scrambling. (Rd 4 - 02:44) The scramble leaves Branco on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:27) Akai throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 4 - 02:10) Akai is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 4 - 02:10) Branco tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 01:55) Akai ends up in guard. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Akai unloads with some right hands, but Branco deals with them comfortably. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Branco tries to pull Akai in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Akai looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 4 - 01:11) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Branco tries to catch Akai with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 4 - 00:09) The clock runs down as Branco is being smothered against the ground by Akai. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Akai took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Branco is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 5 - 04:51) Akai uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 5 - 04:51) The takedown is completed, Branco is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 5 - 04:51) He continues to enjoy a 100% takedown completion rate in this fight. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Akai looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 5 - 04:45) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Akai manages to come out on top, holding Branco down from behind with a waist-lock. (Rd 5 - 04:15) Taking advantage of a pause, Branco scrambles back up, but Akai gets back control. (Rd 5 - 03:29) Akai smothers Branco face-first up against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing to hit some nasty strikes to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 5 - 03:16) Akai uses dirty boxing to punish Branco while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Branco is controlled face-first up against the cage and takes a few left hands to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 5 - 02:51) Akai uses dirty boxing to punish Branco while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:34) Akai pins Branco face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face. (Rd 5 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Akai uses dirty boxing to punish Branco while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:02) Akai uses dirty boxing to punish Branco while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:45) Akai uses dirty boxing to punish Branco while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:26) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Roger Bennett brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:26) Branco is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 5 - 01:26) For the first time, Akai is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Akai, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Branco can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Akai with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 01:11) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Akai. (Rd 5 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:53) A jab hits home from Branco and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Akai keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Branco. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Branco fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Akai with a high right head kick. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Akai looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Branco lands a jab and then scores with a leg kick. (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 Akai, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Relentless' Ren Akai! Official Result: 'Relentless' Ren Akai defeats Branco (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ren Akai thanks everyone connected to Mok Gar Dojo for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Gene Oakley would probably be a great contest. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Glen "The Marine" Siemaszko (10-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +100) vs. "The Blonde Bomber" Nicholas Bretton (16-7, 2-0 CTC, From: Mont Laurier, Quebec, Favorite: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Glen 'The Marine' Siemaszko competes against 'The Blonde Bomber' Nicholas Bretton. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Bretton scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Siemaszko finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Bretton. (Rd 1 - 04:30) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Siemaszko lands a left jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Bretton hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Siemaszko pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 1 - 04:06) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 03:32) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Bretton misses with a left jab but lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Siemaszko scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Siemaszko pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Bretton uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Siemaszko is off-target with a jab but nails a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Bretton hits a jab but doesn't reach with a hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Siemaszko scores with a jab but comes up short on a body kick. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Shoulders hunched, Bretton studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Bretton hits a pair of jabs and also scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Siemaszko scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Bretton misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Siemaszko attacks with a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 01:57) With Bretton bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 01:57) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 1 - 01:57) The fight recommences! (Rd 1 - 01:47) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Siemaszko misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 01:24) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:24) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Bretton misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Siemaszko doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Bretton finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Siemaszko scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Bretton misses with a big right hand, allowing Siemaszko to counter with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Siemaszko throws a punch but Bretton avoids it. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Siemaszko steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Bretton hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Siemaszko can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a nice right head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Bretton almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked 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 Siemaszko. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Bretton is off target with a left jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Siemaszko misses with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:10) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Bretton fools Siemaszko with a feint. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Bretton counters a right hand with a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Bretton comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Siemaszko throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Bretton gets hold of Siemaszko, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Bretton looks to set up a judo throw. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Siemaszko grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 2 - 03:36) The referee gives Siemaszko a verbal warning! (Rd 2 - 03:36) Showing his ability to control opponents, Bretton smothers Siemaszko against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:36) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Bretton hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Bretton looks to take Siemaszko down by setting up a judo throw. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Bretton uses a nice inside leg trip and Siemaszko is forced to pull half guard! (Rd 2 - 01:56) Bretton punches down at Siemaszko, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 01:30) In half guard, Bretton throws a couple of punches designed to keep Siemaszko guessing. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Bretton throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Bretton throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Bretton pounds away, but Siemaszko calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Bretton fires off some rights, but Siemaszko isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Bretton. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:52) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Bretton doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Siemaszko lands a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:32) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Siemaszko is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 04:00) A jab lands from Siemaszko, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Bretton looked like he was going to shoot, but Siemaszko simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:33) A jab lands from Siemaszko, but Bretton evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Siemaszko initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Bretton lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Siemaszko misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs. (Rd 3 - 03:03) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:03) Bretton misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. Siemaszko uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 02:55) Bretton is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Siemaszko confidently comes in closer. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Bretton may have been setting up to shoot, but Siemaszko aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Siemaszko throws a punch but Bretton avoids it. (Rd 3 - 02:38) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:38) Bretton misses a right hook and gets countered with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:17) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:17) Bretton misses with a big right hand, allowing Siemaszko to counter with a left jab and a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Siemaszko steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Bretton looked like he was going to shoot, but Siemaszko simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Siemaszko hits a left jab and then catches Bretton with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 01:28) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Bretton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Siemaszko to attack with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Siemaszko throws a one-two, but Bretton was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 01:08) With a clear opportunity, Bretton is able to move in fast and clinch with Siemaszko. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Bretton looks to set up a judo throw. (Rd 3 - 01:01) An outside leg trip sweeps Siemaszko down to the ground! (Rd 3 - 01:01) The takedown allows Bretton to take the back of Siemaszko. (Rd 3 - 00:47) Bretton tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Siemaszko blocks it. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Siemaszko tries a roll, but doesn't budge Bretton. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Bretton attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Siemaszko stops Bretton from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Siemaszko took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Siemaszko up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Bretton connects with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Siemaszko uses a left jab and also lands a powerful right hook! (Rd 4 - 04:40) He's down! Bretton falls to the floor! (Rd 4 - 04:40) Siemaszko senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 4 - 04:40) Siemaszko pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Siemaszko fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Bretton tries to move to guard, but Siemaszko doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 03:56) Siemaszko keeps Bretton guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Bretton tries to move to guard, but Siemaszko doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 03:22) Siemaszko fires off some rights, but Bretton isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Siemaszko blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Siemaszko fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 02:39) Bretton tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Siemaszko pounds away, but Bretton isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Bretton tries to move to guard, but Siemaszko doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Siemaszko attempts an arm triangle. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Bretton defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 4 - 01:31) Bretton tries to pull guard on Siemaszko but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 4 - 01:19) In side control, Siemaszko catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:51) Bretton tries to pull guard on Siemaszko but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 4 - 00:35) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Siemaszko 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 - 00:28) Bretton appeared to be going for a takedown, but Siemaszko took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Siemaszko lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:13) Bretton appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Siemaszko took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:13) Siemaszko fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Bretton with a low kick to the front leg. (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 Siemaszko. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Bretton is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 04:46) Siemaszko throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 04:38) Bretton is able to grab Siemaszko. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Bretton is trying to push Siemaszko so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:28) He does so and now has Siemaszko pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:14) Siemaszko is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:14) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Unable to get free, Siemaszko is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:23) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 5 - 02:11) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Bretton is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 5 - 01:58) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 5 - 01:35) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Using his wrestling skills, Bretton is trying to push Siemaszko up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Bretton achieves it, pinning Siemaszko to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:17) Bretton tries to foot stomp Siemaszko, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:04) Siemaszko looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:57) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 00:23) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 00:23) Siemaszko slips past a right hook and counters with a clean right hand. (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 Bretton. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Glen 'The Marine' Siemaszko is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Glen 'The Marine' Siemaszko defeats 'The Blonde Bomber' Nicholas Bretton (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Glen Siemaszko praises his team at American Cage Fighters, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Tarcisio Dantas, saying he will kick his ass. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Atep of Indonesia (15-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Java, Indonesia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Irving "Bang Bang" Braun (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Atep of Indonesia takes on Irving 'Bang Bang' Braun in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Atep hits a right jab and then hits Braun with a high left head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:25) It looks like Braun has been cut across the forehead by a strike. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Atep steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Braun throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Atep hits a right jab and then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Atep initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Braun misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Atep connects with a nice jab and then he hits a high left kick to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Braun throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Atep takes the chance and shoots on Braun. (Rd 1 - 03:20) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Atep attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Atep gets past the guard, but doesn't go for side control after all, instead shifting straight into a mount. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Atep attempts to set up an armbar on Braun from the mount. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Atep gets the armbar fully applied and Braun has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:17) Atep of Indonesia takes the win by submission! Official Result: Atep of Indonesia defeats Irving 'Bang Bang' Braun (Submission (Armbar) in 2:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Atep of Indonesia thanks everyone connected to Dojo of Zui Quan for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Atep of Indonesia says that he is having an after show winner's party at a local club and invites everyone to drop in. Atep of Indonesia was great here, everything about him says star power. MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Brandon "Sugar Rush" Sugar (30-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Indianapolis, Indiana, Favorite: -400) vs. Lubos "The Experiment" Plasil (10-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Olomouc, Czech Republic, Underdog: +310) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Brandon 'Sugar Rush' Sugar battles Lubos 'The Experiment' Plasil in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:47) Sugar steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Plasil tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Sugar throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Sugar comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Sugar avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Sugar comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing two of them, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Sugar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Plasil hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:07) A jab hits home from Sugar and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Sugar lands a left hand and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:42) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Sugar has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Plasil doesn't find the mark with a right hand, Sugar slipped past it. (Rd 1 - 03:25) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Sugar doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Plasil uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Sugar comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Plasil fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Sugar throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Sugar misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Plasil comes in with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Sugar comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Plasil tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Plasil buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 02:28) A jab is wide from Sugar, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Sugar comes forward. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Plasil throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Sugar uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Sugar steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Plasil tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Sugar throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 01:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 01:20) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:52) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Sugar throws two punches but Plasil has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Plasil doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:35) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Sugar lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Plasil lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:13) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Plasil just about edged it. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 04:29) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Sugar attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Plasil fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Sugar throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Plasil avoids them all. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Plasil finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Sugar scores with three punches out of a flurry but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Sugar attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Plasil hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Sugar hits a left hand but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 02:48) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:20) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:20) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Sugar misses with a left jab and also misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Plasil doesn't connect with a right hand thanks to the great head movement of Sugar. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Sugar comes forward. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Sugar moves into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Sugar throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Sugar comes forward, walking down Plasil. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Plasil throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 01:45) A jab lands from Sugar but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 01:34) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Sugar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Plasil manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Sugar misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Sugar is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Plasil misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sugar attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a low kick that can't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Sugar dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Sugar, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:52) Sugar attacks with strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Plasil manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Sugar hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Sugar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Plasil lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Sugar lands a jab and then he hits a body kick. (Rd 3 - 04:16) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Sugar is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Plasil hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:06) That last hit did some damage, Sugar is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He slumps up against the cage looking dazed and unsteady! (Rd 3 - 04:06) Plasil smashes Sugar with a big right hand through the guard! Sugar can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 3 - 03:59) Sugar takes a right hand! (Rd 3 - 03:52) Plasil punishes Sugar with a straight right! (Rd 3 - 03:47) A right cross thumps into Sugar! (Rd 3 - 03:40) Sugar 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 - 03:36) Plasil knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Sugar, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 3 - 03:36) Plasil pounds away on Sugar, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 3 - 03:36) With Sugar taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 03:21) The winner, by TKO; Lubos Plasil! Official Result: Lubos 'The Experiment' Plasil defeats Brandon 'Sugar Rush' Sugar (TKO (Strikes) in 1:39 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Lubos Plasil thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Lubos Plasil gives a show of respect to his opponent. Attendance: 326 Gate Reciepts: $25,819 Sponsorship: $24,484 Ad Revenue: $922,687 Merchandise: $3,785 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $117,272) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Lubos Plasil $13,928 Brandon Sugar $13,776 KotN: Plasil: $5,000 Perf: Plasil: $5,000 Atep of Indonesia $7,840 Irving Braun $1,890 Glen Siemaszko $3,928 Nicholas Bretton $2,901 Ren Akai $4,110 Branco $3,152 Luke Hilton $17,425 Patrik Pedersen $2,017 Bruce Steven $10,576 Gregory O'Hara $3,278 SotN: Steven: $5,000 H.M. Menzel $3,928 Fujimaro Hidaka $2,648 Georges Nouri $14,110 Norihide Kusonoki $11,765 FotN: Both: $10,000 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $21,101 Profit: $829,394 Critical Rating: 74% Commercial Rating: 58% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +3.0% 82.5% (High Level Regional) USA +3.6% 77.6% (High Level Regional) UK +2.4% 76.2% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.8% 73.7% (High Level Regional) Australia +1.5% 73.5% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.4% 81.7% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.2% 73.2% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.2% 59.1% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +1.8% 71.5% (High Level Regional) South America +2.4% 77.0% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.0% 69.1% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.3% 50.9% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 57, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 58, and all fighters tested clean. - H.M. Menzel sustained a broken nose during his victory over Fujimaro Hidaka. He will miss a week of training, but the injury should not effect his ability to continue on in the tournament. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Brandon Sugar, Irving Braun, Branco, Patrik Pedersen, Gregory O'Hara, Fujimaro Hidaka, and Norihide Kusonoki. - The services of Nicholas Bretton have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules. - CTC Featherweight fighter Luiz Machado was awarded a black belt in jiu jitsu. He is said to be thrilled at the achievement, and thanks everyone who helped him along the way. - CTC Middleweight fighter Kadonomaro Deguchi is now training with Top Team Japan as he prepares for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round bout against Leonardo da Costa. He commented that he expects the team to be his long-term home, and he hopes being part of the team will significantly improve his ground game. 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CageRage Posted August 8, 2023 Author Share Posted August 8, 2023 Friday, Week 4, October 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Truck Man" Truck Gleeson (27-7-1NC, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -230) vs. "Mr. T." Tim Oldacres (11-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Underdog: +180) Truck Gleeson 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 second round TKO victory over Sammi Chan in the second round of the tournament. 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 has torn through the lower ranks of the Lightweight division in impressive fashion, knocking out or submitting anyone put in front of him. He won by 30 second knock out over Laerte Portinari in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round knock out over Jeremy Sproule in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Tarcisio Dantas (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Underdog: +260) vs. Heikichi Shimizu (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Favorite: -330) Tarcisio Dantas is a rising star in MMA, a thickly built powerhouse fighter who likes to smother opponents with his 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. A former FLB fighter, he joined GAMMA in mid-2001. He won by third round TKO over Shawn McCarthy in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round knock out over Masato Wai in the second round of the tournament. Heikichi Shimizu is considered a living legend in Judo circles, a born martial artist who has perfected his chosen art. He came to MMA late in life, making his debut after he had already 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 joined ALPHA-1 in 1998 and, although given carefully hand-picked opponents, was undefeated with the company. He won by second round submission over Geraint O'Connell in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Julian Beals in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Jake "The Natural Talent" Keane (28-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1020) vs. Harald "Hammer" Hubner (9-4, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +810) Jake Keane for years was perhaps the most bafflingly underrated 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 for 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 155lbers on the planet. He won by 40 second TKO over Nathan Wyles in the second round of the tournament. 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 very dangerous opponent for everyone else. He won by second round submission over Billy High in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round TKO (Cut) over Paulo Roberto Bezerra in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Helio (20-1-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -910) vs. Sid 'The Misfit" Morgan (10-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +720) 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 anyone 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. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Perry Madison in the second round of the tournament. Sid Morgan has a distinctive look and it is unlikely anyone will forget him, although he 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 signed a contract with BCF in early 1999 to be part of their Lightweight division. Outside of MMA, he is the frontman for the London-based cult favorite punk band "The Erroneus Apostraphe's". He won by first round submission over Quintino Setubal in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Split Decision over Mozart Pinto in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Seth "Submission King" O'Breen (18-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -1200) vs. Shiko Taka (11-7-1NC, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Underdog: +950) Seth O'Breen is a tough-as-nails fighter out of Dublin, Ireland, and 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, he signed with GAMMA while still champion but suffered the embarrassment 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 of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Avery Gleeson in the second round of the tournament. Shiko Taka is a long time student of Jiu-Jitsu, who 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. A regular with ALPHA-1, he's generally used in the prelims. He won by second round submission over Nicky Shapiro in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Pip Londress in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Doug "The Nightmare" Hansen (21-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -610) vs. Adenor Togni (15-7, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #183, Underdog: +480) Doug Hansen looks and talks trash like a street punk, but 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 smallish 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 over Seth O'Breen to become BCF Lightweight champion. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Steven Wu in the second round of the tournament. 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 companies collapse. He won by first round submission over Cyril Kamoze in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over George Astraire in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Manoel "Colagem" Cabral (8-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #151, Favorite: -350) vs. Yaichiro Munakata (11-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Underdog: +270) Manoel Cabral is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and 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 joined FLB in 2000, having racked up a 6-0 record on the local circuit, but only managed one fight with them prior to their closure and that was a loss to Branco. He won by fourth round submission over Warren Kitt in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fifth round submission over Edson Edmilson in the second round of the tournament. 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 loss on 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 of the tournament, before winning by third round submission over Cesar Granda in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Erico "Nemesis" Gil (23-13, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #154, Favorite: -130) vs. Duane "The Weather Man" Weatherly (19-11, 1-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Underdog: +100) 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 of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Kelv Bender in the second round of the tournament. 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 was the first ever XCC Lightweight champion, beating Jackson Gray for the belt way back in May 1997, but lost the title at the first hurdle and has been defeated both times he has tried to regain it. He lost by second round TKO to Folke Dalen in the first round of the tournament. He was placed back in the tournament when Min-Soo Sik failed a drug test, and was fired, then won by first round knock out over Sinali Shomen in the second round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Truck Gleeson (158 lbs*) vs. Tim Oldacres (155 lbs) Tarcisio Dantas (155 lbs) vs. Heikichi Shimizu (155 lbs) Jake Keane (155 lbs) vs. Harald Hubner (155 lbs) Helio (155 lbs) vs. Sid Morgan (155 lbs) Seth O'Breen (155 lbs) vs. Shiko Taka (155 lbs) Doug Hansen (155 lbs) vs. Adenor Togni (155 lbs) Manoel Cabral (155 lbs) vs. Yaichiro Munakata (155 lbs) Erico Gil (155 lbs) vs. Duane Weatherly (155 lbs) * Truck Gleeson missed weight by 3lbs, the bout will go forward and be fought at a catchweight. (Since somehow my weight miss fine was set to nothing he has not been fined, but future weight missers will be fined 20%) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 61 Full Fight Card LW: Truck Gleeson vs. Tim Oldacres LW: Tarcisio Dantas vs. Heikichi Shimizu LW: Jake Keane vs. Harald Hubner LW: Helio vs. Sid Morgan LW: Seth O'Breen vs. Shiko Taka LW: Doug Hansen vs. Adenor Togni LW: Manoel Cabral vs. Yaichiro Munakata LW: Erico Gil vs. Duane Weatherly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 9, 2023 Author Share Posted August 9, 2023 Friday, Week 4, October 2002 Live From Kingston, Ontario MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Erico "Nemesis" Gil (23-13, 2-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -130) vs. Duane "The Weather Man" Weatherly (19-11, 1-1 CTC, From: Chibougamau, Quebec, Underdog: +100) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is Erico 'Nemesis' Gil squaring off with Duane 'The Weather Man' Weatherly. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab hits home from Weatherly and then he scores with a lovely left head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:36) That last blow may have really hurt Gil, he staggers backward and tries to cover up as best he can! (Rd 1 - 04:36) A brutal left hand sends Gil staggering backward! He stumbles and crashes down to the floor! (Rd 1 - 04:30) Weatherly senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 04:30) Weatherly pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Weatherly tries to pound on Gil, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Gil tries to move to guard, but Weatherly doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Weatherly pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Weatherly blocks Gil as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Weatherly fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Weatherly blocks Gil as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Weatherly tries to pound on Gil, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Gil tries to move to guard, but Weatherly doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Weatherly fires away with punches, but Gil doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Gil tries to pull guard on Weatherly but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Weatherly fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Weatherly blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Weatherly throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Gil defends them well. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Seizing the opportunity, Gil clinches. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Gil tries to wrestle Weatherly backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Gil does it, Weatherly is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Showing good control, Gil keeps Weatherly stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:44) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for the remainder of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Weatherly, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Weatherly comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:47) A jab is wide from Weatherly, but then he hits Gil with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Gil had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:33) A jab is wide from Weatherly, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Weatherly fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Gil had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Weatherly can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Gil with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 03:48) A jab is wide from Weatherly, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Gil looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Weatherly simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Weatherly can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a crunching straight left to the jaw! (Rd 2 - 03:28) Gil goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 2 - 03:15) The winner, by knock out; Duane Weatherly! Official Result: Duane 'The Weather Man' Weatherly defeats Erico 'Nemesis' Gil (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:45 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Erico Gil announces that he has decided to retire from active competition following this loss. Post-Fight: Duane Weatherly gives a name-check to everyone at Montreal Fight Sciences, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Duane Weatherly praises Gil for his skill and toughness. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Manoel "Colagem" Cabral (8-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Favorite: -350) vs. Yaichiro Munakata (11-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +270) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Manoel 'Colagem' Cabral taking on Yaichiro Munakata. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:47) Munakata can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Cabral with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Munakata steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Munakata can't keep control of Cabral in the grapple, and is soon being pushed around. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Cabral looks to take Munakata down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Cabral can't get Munakata down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Cabral looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:29) He sweeps the leg, sending Munakata to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control! (Rd 1 - 03:17) Cabral throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Munakata tries to sweep Cabral, but rolls too far and gives up his back! (Rd 1 - 02:37) Cabral seems to be moving slowly toward a finish as he applies a very tight body triangle. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Cabral attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having the body triangle locked on tight. (Rd 1 - 02:20) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Cabral has Munakata flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:04) Manoel Cabral takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Manoel 'Colagem' Cabral defeats Yaichiro Munakata (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Manoel Cabral praises his team at House of Pain, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Vladimir Baskov would probably be a great contest. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Doug "The Nightmare" Hansen (21-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Favorite: -610) vs. Adenor Togni (15-7, 2-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +480) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Doug 'The Nightmare' Hansen squares off with Adenor Togni. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Marianne Froth, Stewart Morecambe, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:54) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 04:30) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 04:04) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Hansen comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Togni hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 03:35) A jab is wide from Hansen, but then he hits Togni with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Togni steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Hansen hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Togni can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:08) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 02:45) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Hansen comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Togni misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Hansen connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Togni hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Hansen lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:26) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Togni hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Hansen lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Togni misses a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Hansen hits a couple of jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:35) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Togni misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Togni backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him! (Rd 1 - 00:23) Hansen hits a right hand, but it lacked the power to put Togni down. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Hansen, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Hansen is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Togni hits a couple of jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Hansen hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 04:00) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Hansen dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Hansen comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Togni hit a counter left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:16) A jab is wide from Hansen, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:57) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Togni misses with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Hansen is off target with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:38) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Togni is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Hansen doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Hansen closes in on Togni, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Togni looked like he was going to shoot, but Hansen simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Hansen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Togni looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Moving forward constantly, Togni is pressuring Hansen. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Hansen lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Togni throws a two-punch combo but Hansen avoids both. (Rd 2 - 01:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Togni misses with a big right hand, allowing Hansen to counter with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:38) For the first time, Hansen is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Hansen initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Togni fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Hansen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Togni with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Hansen comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Togni fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Hansen connects with a jab but Togni evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 00:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Togni lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. Hansen hits a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Hansen moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Togni into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Togni manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Hansen hits a couple of minor left hands, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Hansen moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Hansen hits a left jab and then hits Togni with a straight right. (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 Hansen. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Hansen is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Togni. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Hansen dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:36) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Togni shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Hansen cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 04:04) However, Hansen locked up a guillotine on the way over and now threatens with a submission attempt! (Rd 3 - 03:53) Togni works a hand in and pulls free before the guillotine can be fully sunk in. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Togni starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:03) Togni is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 3 - 03:03) He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Togni blocks Hansen as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 02:20) Togni throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Hansen tries to sweep Togni but can't do it. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Togni unloads with some right hands, but Hansen deals with them comfortably. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Togni blocks Hansen as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Togni throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Togni blocks Hansen as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Togni is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Half guard proves to be no trouble for Togni, who passes to side control with ease. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Togni took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Hansen. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:54) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 4 - 04:26) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Hansen dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Togni is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 4 - 04:10) Hansen steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 4 - 04:10) Togni lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 04:10) Hansen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Togni with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Hansen is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Hansen comes forward. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Togni throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 4 - 03:51) A jab hits home from Hansen and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Hansen comes forward. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Hansen moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Togni. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Hansen lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Hansen slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:59) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Togni scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Hansen uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:41) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Togni lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Hansen finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Blood is visible on Hansen, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Hansen is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Hansen lets fly with a verbal barrage of trash talk. (Rd 4 - 01:19) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 4 - 00:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:49) Hansen scores with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:49) Togni is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Looking very tired, Hansen clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Togni looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 4 - 00:39) It doesn't work, Hansen defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 00:22) Togni looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:22) Togni uses a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 4 - 00:22) Togni takes the back off the takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Hansen, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Togni is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Hansen in between rounds. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 04:48) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Togni doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Hansen scores with a jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:27) Togni comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:27) Hansen lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:27) Togni throws a two-punch combo but Hansen avoids both. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Togni comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Hansen lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Togni throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 03:46) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 5 - 03:31) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:31) Togni tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 5 - 03:31) Togni can't get Hansen down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:12) Togni looks to take Hansen down with a trip. (Rd 5 - 03:12) Hansen has no answer to a slick trip, he is left down under side control! (Rd 5 - 02:56) Togni looks to get a mount. (Rd 5 - 02:56) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Hansen rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 5 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Hansen prevents Togni from applying a body triangle. (Rd 5 - 02:00) Togni blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 5 - 01:45) Hansen finds himself in major trouble, as Togni applies a tight body triangle. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Togni, with the body triangle, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Togni flattens Hansen out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 5 - 00:53) By submission, the winner is Adenor Togni! Official Result: Adenor Togni defeats Doug 'The Nightmare' Hansen (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:07 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Adenor Togni praises his team at Combat Team Curtiba, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He highlights what an amazing fight it was and says that "this is why I love MMA". CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Seth "Submission King" O'Breen (18-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Favorite: -1200) vs. Shiko Taka (11-7-1NC, 2-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Seth 'Submission King' O'Breen against Shiko Taka. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) O'Breen shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:51) He drives forward with a double leg takedown attempt, Taka is swept off his feet and backward! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Taka winds up seated, his back to the cage, with O'Breen pressing onto him. (Rd 1 - 04:43) O'Breen tries to improve his position. (Rd 1 - 04:43) O'Breen shifts his position brilliantly to get mount! (Rd 1 - 04:14) O'Breen attempts an armbar. (Rd 1 - 04:14) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Taka has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 03:54) The winner, by submission, is Seth 'Submission King' O'Breen! Official Result: Seth 'Submission King' O'Breen defeats Shiko Taka (Submission (Armbar) in 1:06 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Seth O'Breen 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. Helio (20-1-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Favorite: -910) vs. Sid "The Misfit" Morgan (10-1, 2-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +720) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Helio goes head to head with Sid 'The Misfit' Morgan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Helio dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a left hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 04:16) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Morgan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a kick driven into the thigh area. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Helio comes forward. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Morgan tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Helio feints an attack that leaves Morgan slightly off balance. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Helio connects with a nice jab and then he catches Morgan with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Helio comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Helio moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Helio lands a right hand and then he lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Moving forward constantly, Helio is pressuring Morgan. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Morgan hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Helio lands a jab and then he hits a crunching straight left to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 03:03) Morgan hits the floor, he has been knocked out! (Rd 1 - 02:55) Helio takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Helio defeats Sid 'The Misfit' Morgan (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:05 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Helio thanks everyone connected to Brazilian Estrella Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Atep of Indonesia would probably be a great contest. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Jake "The Natural Talent" Keane (28-4, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -1020) vs. Harald "Hammer" Hubner (9-4, 2-0 CTC, From: Bremen, Germany, Underdog: +810) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Jake 'The Natural Talent' Keane taking on Harald 'Hammer' Hubner. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Marianne Froth, Stewart Morecambe, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:54) Keane moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Hubner into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Hubner lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Hubner buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Keane hits a left jab and then he lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:39) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Keane uses a body kick but it is parried away. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Hubner misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Keane stalks forward, pressuring Hubner. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Hubner fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Keane can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Hubner with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:10) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 03:39) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Hubner misses a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Keane lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:14) It looks like Hubner has been cut under the eye. (Rd 1 - 02:55) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:55) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Keane doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Keane shows his good guard by absorbing a two punch flurry. (Rd 1 - 02:31) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 02:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Keane counters a right hand with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Keane comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Hubner hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:36) A flurry of three punches from Keane see them all connect and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Hubner misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Keane attacks with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 01:00) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Hubner misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Looking a bit tense, Hubner moves around the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:38) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Hubner is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Keane connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Hubner scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Keane lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Hubner finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:01) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Keane slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand. (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 Keane. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Keane 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 Hubner can do enough to take this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Hubner. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Keane comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Hubner tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Keane connects with a jab but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 2 - 04:30) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Keane throws a punch but Hubner avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Hubner seizes the chance and grabs Keane into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Hubner looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:59) The takedown is successful, Keane pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Hubner fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Time slips away as Hubner successfully keeps Keane stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:48) The clock runs down as Keane is being smothered against the ground by Hubner. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:23) The clock runs down as Keane is being smothered against the ground by Hubner. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Keane is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Hubner off of him. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Hubner tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Hubner passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Keane starts scrambling. (Rd 2 - 01:10) The scramble results in Hubner being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Keane looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 00:51) He passes guard, but Hubner was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 2 - 00:39) Hubner is left turtled up, facing Keane. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Keane fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Keane hits a big kick to the body of the turtled Hubner! (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Keane, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Keane. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Keane looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Keane fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Hubner with a high right head kick. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Hubner misses with a big right hand, allowing Keane to counter with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Keane is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Keane can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Hubner shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Keane cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Hubner fires off a few punches. (Rd 3 - 03:31) Hubner deflects a couple of punches that Keane threw from below. (Rd 3 - 03:16) Hubner throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 02:53) Keane pulls Hubner close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Keane is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Hubner off of him. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Hubner punches down at Keane, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:35) Keane pulls Hubner in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Hubner starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 3 - 01:17) He can't get free of the guard. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Keane tries to catch Hubner with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 3 - 00:12) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to 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 Hubner. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Keane up 29-28. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:48) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 4 - 04:25) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Hubner counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Moving forward constantly, Keane is pressuring Hubner. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Keane steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Hubner. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Keane throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 03:59) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Keane comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Hubner hit a counter left hand. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Keane can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Keane connects with a jab, but Hubner steps back to avoid a right to the body. (Rd 4 - 02:53) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Hubner misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Keane, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Keane tries to take Hubner down. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Hubner blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) With control of the clinch, Keane tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:30) Keane can't get Hubner down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 02:12) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 4 - 01:58) Keane is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 4 - 01:58) Taking a few gulps of breath, Hubner is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Keane steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Keane steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Keane connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 4 - 01:24) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Hubner misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Keane attacks with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:04) Hubner misses with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:04) Keane hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Keane misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Keane looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Clinched with Keane, Hubner looks to try and take him down. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Hubner gets the takedown! Keane pulls half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Hubner fires off some rights, but Keane isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Keane tries to get full guard on Hubner but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Hubner. (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) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 04:45) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Keane nails a right cross. Hubner scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Keane initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Hubner throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Keane throws a two-punch combo but Hubner avoids both. (Rd 5 - 04:18) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Breathing very hard, Keane is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Keane, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 5 - 04:03) With control of the clinch, Hubner tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Keane blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Hubner, controlling the grapple with Keane, tries to scoop him up for a slam. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Hubner has him! Slams him down! Keane pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 03:32) Hubner is trying to pass guard. (Rd 5 - 03:32) He passes guard, but Keane was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 5 - 03:18) The scramble leaves Hubner on top in side control. (Rd 5 - 03:02) Hubner tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 5 - 03:02) Keane tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 5 - 02:40) Keane gets into an even worse position as Hubner applies a body triangle. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Hubner fires away and manages to connect with two or three heavy shots that rock Keane! (Rd 5 - 02:00) Hubner fires away with punches, but Keane deals with them fairly well. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Hubner unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 5 - 01:28) Hubner pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Keane struggles against Hubner but cannot get himself free from the body triangle. (Rd 5 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 5 - 00:54) With the body triangle on tight, Hubner tries to flatten Keane out for the rear naked choke. (Rd 5 - 00:54) Keane doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 5 - 00:29) Keane improves his chances of survival by breaking free of the body triangle. (Rd 5 - 00:12) Hubner fires away with punches, but does little in the way 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 Hubner. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Marianne Froth), 48-47 (Stewart Morecambe) and 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Jake 'The Natural Talent' Keane! Official Result: Jake 'The Natural Talent' Keane defeats Harald 'Hammer' Hubner (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Jake Keane thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Sukarno would be a particularly good contest. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Tarcisio Dantas (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Underdog: +260) vs. Heikichi Shimizu (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Favorite: -330) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Tarcisio Dantas competes against Heikichi Shimizu in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marianne Froth, Stewart Morecambe, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Shimizu lands a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Dantas doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Dantas comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Dantas steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Dantas fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Shimizu with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:20) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Dantas comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Shimizu tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Dantas connects with two left jabs, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Dantas attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Shimizu throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Dantas lands a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:12) A jab is wide from Dantas, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:53) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Shimizu falls for a clever feint. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Shimizu misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Dantas initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Shimizu throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Dantas uses a left jab but Shimizu avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Dantas fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Shimizu with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Dantas stalks forward, pressuring Shimizu. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Dantas steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Shimizu. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Dantas can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Dantas throws a punch but Shimizu avoids it. (Rd 1 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Dantas moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Shimizu into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Dantas bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Dantas opens Shimizu up with a feint. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Dantas can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 00:33) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (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 Dantas, but only a 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Shimizu may have been aiming to get in close, but Dantas aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Dantas lands a left hand and then hits Shimizu with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:33) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Dantas counters a left hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Dantas glances at his corner and gets a thumbs up in response. (Rd 2 - 03:40) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Shimizu lands a right jab and a left cross. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Dantas uses a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Shimizu misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Dantas comes in with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 03:01) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Shimizu connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Dantas hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Shimizu misses a jab but connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Dantas lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:16) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Shimizu misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:56) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Shimizu misses with a big left hand, allowing Dantas to counter with a jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 01:27) It looked like we were about to see Shimizu try and get some grappling started, but Dantas was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Dantas throws a punch but Shimizu was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 01:22) For the first time, Dantas is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Shimizu misses a left hook and gets countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Shimizu was rocked by that last shot! He backs away until up against the cage, covering up, but looks very unsteady! (Rd 2 - 01:02) Dantas smashes Shimizu with a big right hand through the guard! Shimizu can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 2 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:58) A big right hand catches Shimizu flush and snaps his head back! (Rd 2 - 00:58) With Shimizu slumped against the cage and taking a beating, the referee leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 2 - 00:58) That's poor refereeing in my opinion, referee Kyle Crisp should have gotten in there and stopped the bout faster. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Tarcisio Dantas takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Tarcisio Dantas defeats Heikichi Shimizu (TKO (Strikes) in 4:07 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Tarcisio Dantas thanks everyone connected to House of Pain for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He praises Shimizu for a tough fight. MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Truck Man" Truck Gleeson (27-7-1NC, 1-0 CTC, From: Memphis, Tennessee, Favorite: -230) vs. "Mr. T." Tim Oldacres (11-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Coventry, England, Underdog: +180) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Truck Man' Truck Gleeson takes on 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marianne Froth, Stewart Morecambe, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Gleeson doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:45) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Oldacres scores with a jab but can't get a kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Gleeson lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Gleeson forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Oldacres fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Oldacres falls for a clever feint. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Gleeson lands a left jab but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Gleeson misses badly with a right roundhouse kick to the body and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Oldacres lands a left jab but fails to land a body kick. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Gleeson lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Gleeson slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hand to the body that is too short. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:51) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Oldacres misses a jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Gleeson throws two punches but Oldacres has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Gleeson slips past a right hook and counters with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Oldacres misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Gleeson comes in with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 1 - 01:51) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Oldacres easily checks a leg kick and counters with a jab and a body kick that misses. (Rd 1 - 01:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Gleeson misses with a spinning kick and gets countered with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 01:09) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Gleeson comes forward. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Oldacres hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Gleeson lands a left jab but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 1 - 00:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:11) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Oldacres misses with a left jab and also can't get a kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Gleeson tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Oldacres came out just ahead on my score card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:54) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:54) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Oldacres is off target with a left jab and also misses a high kick. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Up on the balls of his feet, Oldacres dances out of range to make a spinning kick come up well short. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Gleeson scores with a brace of jabs and also lands a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Oldacres misses with a left jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Gleeson has a broad grin on his face, proof if proof was needed that that last punch really stung. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Gleeson pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Oldacres misses a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Gleeson doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Oldacres sees a head kick coming and counters Gleeson with a jab and a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Oldacres misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Oldacres misses a jab and also comes up short on a body kick. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Gleeson goes for a roundhouse kick to the body but finds that Oldacres is far too quick on his feet to get caught out this time. (Rd 2 - 02:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Oldacres misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Gleeson hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Oldacres nails a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:47) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Oldacres is off-target with a head kick and, now off balance, gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Gleeson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 01:22) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:22) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Oldacres misses with a left jab and also comes up short on a body kick. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Gleeson goes for a leg kick but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Gleeson closes in on Oldacres, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:07) A combo that ends with a spinning back kick fails to land for Gleeson. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Oldacres uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Gleeson hits a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Oldacres backs off and covers up...he is dazed! Gleeson comes forward, he knows that this is a chance for victory! Oldacres is trapped against the cage with nowhere to go! (Rd 2 - 00:40) Gleeson throws a head kick but Oldacres absorbs the power with his raised arms. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Gleeson punishes Oldacres with a straight right! (Rd 2 - 00:20) Oldacres takes a right hand! (Rd 2 - 00:12) Oldacres blocks most of a right head kick with his arms. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gleeson, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Gleeson lands a left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Oldacres hits a jab and also lands a powerful right hook! (Rd 3 - 04:43) Gleeson is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 3 - 04:43) Oldacres starts pounding away on Gleeson, looking to finish him off! (Rd 3 - 04:43) Oldacres fires away with punches and Gleeson is taking powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 3 - 04:43) Gleeson is out! Referee Kyle Crisp leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 3 - 04:31) The winner, by knock out, is 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres! Official Result: 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres defeats 'The Truck Man' Truck Gleeson (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:29 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Tim Oldacres 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 will fight anyone but that Bud Brockett in particular makes a lot of sense. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter. Attendance: 372 Gate Reciepts: $38,465 Sponsorship: $24,649 Ad Revenue: $843,040 Merchandise: $4,108 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $148,881) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Tim Oldacres $10,179 Truck Gleeson $12,178 KotN: Oldacres: $5,000 Tarcisio Dantas $2,858 Heikichi Shimizu $31,520 Jake Keane $18,122 Harald Hubner $1,765 Helio $6,970 Sid Morgan $3,152 Seth O'Breen $6,072 Shiko Taka $2,521 Adenor Togni $23,751 Doug Hansen $19,550 FotN: Both: $10,000 SotN: Togni: $5,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Manoel Cabral $2,500 Yaichiro Munakata $2,144 Duane Weatherly $3,834 Erico Gil $1,765 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $21,905 Profit: $730,468 Critical Rating: 76% Commercial Rating: 68% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +4.0% 86.5% (High Level Regional) USA +4.0% 81.6% (High Level Regional) UK +4.0% 80.2% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.2% 75.9% (High Level Regional) Australia +2.2% 75.7% (High Level Regional) Japan +4.0% 85.7% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.5% 75.7% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.3% 60.4% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.2% 73.7% (High Level Regional) South America +3.6% 80.6% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 70.4% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.5% 52.4% (Mid Level Regional) News - Erico Gil announced his retirement to the crowd following his loss to Duane Weatherly. He retires with a professional record of 23-14, with a promotional record of 2-1 with CTC, including a Unanimous Decision victory over Toson Ono at Canadian Tournament Combat 6, a second round submission victory over Kelv Bender at Canadian Tournament Combat 27, and a second round knock out loss to Duane Weatherly at Canadian Tournament Combat 61. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Truck Gleeson, Heikichi Shimizu, Harald Hubner, Sid Morgan, Shiko Taka, Doug Hansen, and Yaichiro Munakata. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows American Large Local Show (Friday, Week 4, October 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Tank Manu'a vs. Barry Strachan KO of the Night: Mortimer Greenfell (vs. Blaze Weeks) Submission of the Night: Randy Carsley (vs. Wyatt Ashur) Performance Bonus: Gavin Marshall vs. Derren Barton Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 9, 2023 Author Share Posted August 9, 2023 Saturday, Week 4, October 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Lightning Kid" Fumiaki Hayashi (20-8, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -340) vs. "The Karate Kid" Carl Chenoweth (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Underdog: +270) Fumiaki Hayashi is a big name in Japan, who capture the attention of MMA fans in the early '90s through his flamboyant style of fighting which is base 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 to be a threat to the elite. He won by second round TKO over Dieter Kolzig in the first round of the tournament, before winning by third round knock out over Campbell Crane in the second round of the tournament. 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 on the feet and his skills at avoiding damage on the ground, and poses a threat with his striking. With experience and further training he could become a huge star. GAMMA signed him in 2001 after he had gone 6-0 on the local scene and he marked his debut with a solid win over Aaron McBroom. He won by second round knock out over Bhumibol Ektawatkul in the first round of the tournament, then won by fourth round TKO over Floyd Haywood in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Wing Chun Superstar" Motoki Hojo (22-6, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -390) vs. Yoshitomo Horigome (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Underdog: +310) 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 won by second round TKO over Franak Pavilchenko in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round TKO over Hatsu Nishijima in the second round of the tournament. Yoshitomo Horigome comes from an extensive Judo background and is, as you would expect, at his best when he can grab hold of an opponent, his throws and trips are tricky, and he knows his way around the submission game. Signed by ALPHA-1 in 2001, he has fitted into the Lightweight division perfectly. He won by fourth round submission over Scotty Griffiths in the first round of the tournament, before winning a Unanimous Decision over Clinton Kent in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Fiyero Lermontov (19-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -1200) vs. Mal "Bad Intentions" Beswick (9-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Underdog: +950) Fiyero Lermontov is an absolutely devastating Lightweight competitor, who is considered one of the toughest fighters in all of MMA, if not the toughest. A former member of the Russian army's special forces unit, 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 first round submission victory over Jose Gonzales in the second round of the tournament. Mal Beswick is a submission artist, whose game revolves around launching takedown attempts and, if successful, keeping their opponent planted on their back while he sets up submission holds. A BCF regular since the end of 1997, Beswick has done pretty well for himself, putting together a 6-3 record against good competition. He won by first round submission over Tony Ibsen in the first round of the tournament, before winning a Split Decision over Jochen Bellof in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Man With No Nickname" Sean Morrison (31-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1200) vs. Eberhard Dahm (7-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Underdog: +950) Sean Morrison is the most dominant Lightweight fighter in MMA history, and 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 at the hands of 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. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Cole Moor in the second round of the tournament. 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 a fight. He is virtually impossible to outwork due to his phenomenal cardio too. He joined SIGMA's Lightweight division in early 2001. He won by second round TKO over Brendon Job in the first round of the tournament, before winning a Unanimous Decision over Lucas Mueller in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "El Diablo" Luis Basora (24-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -1200) vs. Vladimir "The Impaler" Baskov (9-4, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +950) 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, he traditionally fights at a lower weight class than his sibling. The first ever SIGMA Lightweight champion, he regained the title in 2001. He won by fourth round submission over Charles Stiles in the second round of the tournament. 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 second means he can't be taken lightly. He has been a regular in the SIGMA Lightweight ranks since 1997, but has mostly been kept in the prelims fighting other non-elite talent. He won by third round submission over Flavio Luiz Oliveira in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Milenko Rudonja in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Benny "The Jet" Danare (13-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -1200) vs. Gerardo Diez (8-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Underdog: +950) Benny Danare is a Canadian submission expert, a high level student of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu who is known for his extensive use of the rubber guard. A former contender for the GAMMA Lightweight title, Danare's inconsistency has plagued his career with the company. He won a Unanimous Decision over Goncalves Cassaro in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Kyle Sagal in the second round of the tournament. 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 of the tournament, before winning a Unanimous Decision over Takahiro Nakamura in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Ice Cold Swede" Lukas Mellberg (20-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -560) vs. "Rock Steady" Gordon Idle (13-5, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Underdog: +440) 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 155lbers in the world though. He won by second round submission over Nigel Collett in the first round of the tournament. 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 a fight in a hurry. Originally a Welterweight, he has since dropped to Lightweight. He has competed in three BCF title fights, losing every time, and that has given him a reputation as something of a choker. He won by first round submission over Kikunojo Miyamae in the first round of the tournament, before winning a Unanimous Decision over Nod Palli in the second round of the tournament. CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Yoritoki Iwahashi (11-7, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #227, Favorite: -240) vs. "Flaming Fury" Gene Oakley (7-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #222, Underdog: +190) 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 imaginable. He's unlikely to win Fighter of the Year any time soon. He won a Unanimous Decision over Eizan Ijichi in the first round of the tournament, before winning a Unanimous Decision over Cory Brewer in the second round of the tournament. 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 ground or grappling 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 of the tournament, before winning by 32 second knock out over Ahmed Mohamed Farag in the second round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Fumiaki Hayashi (155 lbs) vs. Carl Chenoweth (155 lbs) Motoki Hojo (155 lbs) vs. Yoshitomo Horigome (155 lbs) Fiyero Lermontov (155 lbs) vs. Mal Beswick (155 lbs) Sean Morrison (155 lbs) vs. Eberhard Dahm (155 lbs) Luis Basora (155 lbs) vs. Vladimir Baskov (155 lbs) Benny Danare (155 lbs) vs. Gerardo Diez (155 lbs) Lukas Mellberg (155 lbs) vs. Gordon Idle (155 lbs) Yoritoki Iwahashi (155 lbs) vs. Gene Oakley (155 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 62 Full Fight Card LW: Fumiaki Hayashi vs. Carl Chenoweth LW: Motoki Hojo vs. Yoshitomo Horigome LW: Fiyero Lermontov vs. Mal Beswick LW: Sean Morrison vs. Eberhard Dahm LW: Luis Basora vs. Vladimir Baskov LW: Benny Danare vs. Gerardo Diez LW: Lukas Mellberg vs. Gordon Idle LW: Yoritoki Iwahashi vs. Gene Oakley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 10, 2023 Author Share Posted August 10, 2023 Saturday, Week 4, October 2002 Live From Toronto, Ontario MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Yoritoki Iwahashi (11-7, 2-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -240) vs. "Flaming Fury" Gene Oakley (7-2, 2-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +190) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is Yoritoki Iwahashi against 'Flaming Fury' Gene Oakley. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) There's a takedown attempt from Iwahashi. (Rd 1 - 04:52) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Oakley pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Oakley is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iwahashi off of him. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Oakley is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iwahashi off of him. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Oakley is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iwahashi off of him. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Iwahashi throws a quick, ultra-nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Oakley stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Iwahashi smothers Oakley with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Iwahashi fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Iwahashi leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Oakley. (Rd 1 - 01:02) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Iwahashi chooses to shoot in on Oakley. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Oakley gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Oakley stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Iwahashi pounds away, landing several clean blows on Oakley in the process. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Iwahashi, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:48) There's a takedown attempt from Iwahashi. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Oakley gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Iwahashi unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Oakley. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Oakley stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Iwahashi unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Oakley. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Oakley stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Oakley is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iwahashi off of him. (Rd 2 - 02:33) The clock runs down as Oakley is being smothered against the ground by Iwahashi. (Rd 2 - 01:58) The clock runs down as Oakley is being smothered against the ground by Iwahashi. (Rd 2 - 01:24) The clock runs down as Oakley is being smothered against the ground by Iwahashi. (Rd 2 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:57) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Iwahashi looked like he was going to shoot, but Oakley simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:45) A jab hits home from Oakley and then he hits Iwahashi with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Oakley looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Iwahashi appeared to be going for a takedown, but Oakley took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Oakley lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Iwahashi took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Iwahashi up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:55) There's a takedown attempt from Iwahashi. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Iwahashi has the takedown! Oakley pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Iwahashi fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Iwahashi blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Iwahashi tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Oakley tries to get full guard on Iwahashi but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Iwahashi pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Oakley. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Iwahashi blocks Oakley as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Iwahashi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Iwahashi blocks Oakley as he tries a sweep from half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Iwahashi punches down at Oakley, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 02:13) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 3 - 02:06) Iwahashi chooses to shoot in on Oakley. (Rd 3 - 02:06) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Iwahashi throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Iwahashi keeps Oakley guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Iwahashi punches down at Oakley, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Iwahashi blocks Oakley as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 00:49) In half guard, Iwahashi catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Oakley gets some separation and tries to scramble for position. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Iwahashi is too quick though, and grabs side control before Oakley can get up. (Rd 3 - 00:04) Iwahashi unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Oakley. (Rd 3 - 00:04) Iwahashi is wincing, he may have damaged his hand while pounding away. (Rd 3 - 00:04) A damaged hand will obviously cause Iwahashi some major problems when it comes to striking. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Iwahashi took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Oakley needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:50) A jab is wide from Oakley, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Iwahashi shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Oakley cannot stop the takedown and only catches Iwahashi in half guard. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Iwahashi fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 4 - 03:57) Iwahashi throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 4 - 03:29) Oakley tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 03:17) Iwahashi tries a slicing elbow strike, but Oakley deflects it. (Rd 4 - 03:08) Oakley tries to get full guard on Iwahashi but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Iwahashi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Oakley tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Iwahashi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Iwahashi fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Oakley tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 01:18) Iwahashi lands a glancing elbow strike on Oakley. (Rd 4 - 01:18) It looks like Oakley has been cut under the eye. (Rd 4 - 01:10) Oakley tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Iwahashi doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:58) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Iwahashi looked like he was going to shoot, but Oakley simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Oakley connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:19) A jab hits home from Oakley and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Iwahashi took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Oakley realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Bleeding, Oakley is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:54) Iwahashi shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:54) He has the takedown! Oakley pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 04:47) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Oakley stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Iwahashi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 5 - 03:51) Oakley throws out some punches, but Iwahashi leans back to avoid them. (Rd 5 - 03:39) Iwahashi lies on top of Oakley, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Iwahashi lies on top of Oakley, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:27) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 5 - 02:27) Taking a few gulps of breath, Iwahashi is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Iwahashi shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Iwahashi gets the takedown! Oakley pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 02:07) Iwahashi pounds away on Oakley, landing a few glancing elbow strikes but nothing too damaging. (Rd 5 - 01:55) Iwahashi leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Oakley. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Iwahashi throws some minor strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Iwahashi deflects a couple of punches that Oakley threw from below. (Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:55) Iwahashi smothers Oakley with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Time slips away as Iwahashi successfully keeps Oakley stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Iwahashi took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 50-45 (Edward Wilde), 49-46 (Ian Rivers) and 49-46 (Stewart Morecambe). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Yoritoki Iwahashi! Official Result: Yoritoki Iwahashi defeats 'Flaming Fury' Gene Oakley (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Yoritoki Iwahashi thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Ice Cold Swede" Lukas Mellberg (20-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Favorite: -560) vs. "Rock Steady" Gordon Idle (13-5, 2-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Underdog: +440) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Ice Cold Swede' Lukas Mellberg fights 'Rock Steady' Gordon Idle. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Idle throws a punch but Mellberg avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Mellberg shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Mellberg couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Idle hops in place on the other. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Unable to complete the takedown, Mellberg instead pushes Idle up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Mellberg attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Idle on the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:26) He sweeps the leg, sending Idle to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control! (Rd 1 - 04:08) Mellberg tries to lock Idle into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Idle stops Mellberg from applying it. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Mellberg blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:19) In side control, Mellberg catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Idle tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Mellberg tries to ensnare Idle in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Mellberg gets the kimura fully applied and Idle has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:08) Lukas Mellberg takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'The Ice Cold Swede' Lukas Mellberg defeats 'Rock Steady' Gordon Idle (Submission (Kimura) in 2:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. 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. He brings up Sean Morrison, calling him out and threatening to embarras him when they fight. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Benny "The Jet" Danare (13-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Gracefield, Quebec, Favorite: -1200) vs. Gerardo Diez (8-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Benny 'The Jet' Danare vs. Gerardo Diez. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Danare scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:52) A quick flurry of punches from Diez sees two of four hit home and then catches Danare with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Diez confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Danare may have been setting up to shoot, but Diez aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Diez comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing all of them, and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Danare, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Diez lands two jabs and then catches Danare with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Diez comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Diez moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:04) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Danare, but Diez was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Diez comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing all of them, and then hits Danare with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Diez throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Attacking with a quick flurry, Diez lands two of three punches but Danare evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Diez uses a flurry of five punches but Danare wasn't caught by any of them. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Danare quickly shoots on Diez. (Rd 1 - 01:13) He has the takedown! Diez pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Danare attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 01:01) He passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Danare unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Diez, 10-9 on my card. (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. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Danare comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:47) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Diez has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Danare looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Diez can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Danare at half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Danare looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:58) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Danare attempts to armbar Diez from side control. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Danare gets the armbar fully applied and Diez has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 02:57) By submission, the winner is Benny Danare! Official Result: Benny 'The Jet' Danare defeats Gerardo Diez (Submission (Armbar) in 2:03 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Benny Danare praises his team at Team Desire, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Benny Danare calls it a fantastic fight, a career highlight, and says that he hopes the fans enjoyed it. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "El Diablo" Luis Basora (24-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Barcelona, Spain, Favorite: -1200) vs. Vladimir "The Impaler" Baskov (9-4, 2-0 CTC, From: Yekatarinberg, Russia, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'El Diablo' Luis Basora squares off with Vladimir 'The Impaler' Baskov. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Basora looked like he was going to shoot, but Baskov simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:15) A one-two from Baskov fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Baskov scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Basora hits a pair of jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Basora hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Baskov doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:09) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Baskov misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Basora looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 1 - 02:51) A one-two from Baskov fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Seizing the opportunity, Basora shoots. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Basora drives forward and gets the takedown! Baskov couldn't quite stop it. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Baskov winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Basora pressing onto him. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Basora attempts to guillotine Baskov, who is stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Baskov fights off the guillotine attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Baskov hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Basora attempts a guillotine. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Baskov doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Baskov hits Basora with a few weak strikes to the back. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Not liking his options, Basora looks to get a better position over Baskov. (Rd 1 - 00:46) He is much too good for Baskov, and gets the mount! (Rd 1 - 00:22) Basora fires away with punches, but Baskov doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Baskov tries to move Basora enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space. (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 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 Baskov from this point onward. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:49) A punch from Baskov fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Basora looked like he was going to shoot, but Baskov simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Baskov connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:12) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Baskov misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Baskov misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:22) There's a very quick takedown attempt from Basora. (Rd 2 - 03:22) The takedown is completed, Basora gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 03:22) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Basora keeps Baskov guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:42) Baskov tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Basora tries to lock Baskov in a kimura. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Baskov blocks it. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Basora blocks Baskov as he tries a sweep from side control. (Rd 2 - 01:39) In side control, Basora catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Basora takes the back as Baskov tries to sweep him! (Rd 2 - 00:48) Basora gets into a really dominant position by applying a body triangle. (Rd 2 - 00:30) With great control via the body triangle, Basora tries to finish Baskov off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Basora gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Baskov has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:09) The winner, by submission; Luis Basora! Official Result: 'El Diablo' Luis Basora defeats Vladimir 'The Impaler' Baskov (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:51 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. 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. 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. Luis Basora has the looks that mean he remains very marketable even if he's far from a great talker. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Man With No Nickname" Sean Morrison (31-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Louisville, Kentucky, Favorite: -1200) vs. Eberhard Dahm (7-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Berlin, Germany, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Man With No Nickname' Sean Morrison battling Eberhard Dahm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (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 - 04:45) Showing good hand speed, Dahm lands a flurry of three punches and then hits Morrison with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Dahm confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Dahm moves in behind five quick punches, all of them landing, and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Dahm closes in on Morrison, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Dahm lands a left jab, but Morrison avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Dahm comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Morrison may have been aiming to get in close, but Dahm aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Stepping in, Dahm throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Dahm pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Circling warily, Morrison is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Attacking with a quick flurry, Dahm lands three of three punches and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Dahm confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Stepping in, Dahm throws three quick punches, one of which land, and then hits Morrison with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Morrison may have been setting up to shoot, but Dahm aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:51) A quick flurry of punches from Dahm sees one of three hit home and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Moving around, Morrison is looking for an opening to shoot without exposing himself to a counter-strike. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Dahm lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:58) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Morrison, but Dahm was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:58) A quick flurry of punches from Dahm sees three of five hit home and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:25) There's a takedown attempt from Morrison, who set it up well. (Rd 1 - 00:25) The takedown is successful, Dahm pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Morrison drops some elbows on Dahm but they're all taken comfortably on the arms or pushed away. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Morrison pounds away on Dahm with elbow strikes but can't land anything significant. (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 Dahm. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:48) A quick flurry of punches from Dahm sees five of five hit home and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Morrison appeared to be going for a takedown, but Dahm took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Attacking with intent, Dahm scores with four out of a flurry of four punches and then catches Morrison with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:21) It looks like Morrison has been cut across the forehead by a strike. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Attacking with intent, Dahm scores with three out of a flurry of five punches and then catches Morrison with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Dahm comes in fast with five quick punches, landing three of them, and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Morrison sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:50) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Morrison attempts a kimura. (Rd 2 - 02:41) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Dahm has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 02:24) Sean Morrison takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'The Man With No Nickname' Sean Morrison defeats Eberhard Dahm (Submission (Kimura) in 2:36 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Sean Morrison gives a name-check to everyone at Animal House, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he has a lot of respect for Eberhard Dahm and praises his toughness. Sean Morrison gave a good account of himself here. CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Fiyero Lermontov (19-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Omsk, Russia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Mal "Bad Intentions" Beswick (9-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Kent, England, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Fiyero Lermontov competing against Mal 'Bad Intentions' Beswick. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 155lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Lermontov is much bigger. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Lermontov comes forward, walking down Beswick. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Beswick throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Attacking with intent, Lermontov scores with one out of a flurry of three punches and then he hits Beswick with a powerful right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:32) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Lermontov comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Beswick hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Lermontov throws a two-punch combo but Beswick avoids both. (Rd 1 - 03:57) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Beswick misses with a big right hand, allowing Lermontov to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Lermontov comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Beswick fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Two jabs hit home from Lermontov and then he lands a vicious right hand to the body! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Beswick collapses to the ground, clutching his chest! (Rd 1 - 03:00) Lermontov quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Beswick! (Rd 1 - 03:00) Lermontov pounds away with rights, Beswick is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 1 - 03:00) The referee pulls Lermontov away, stopping the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:42) The winner, by TKO; Fiyero Lermontov! Official Result: Fiyero Lermontov defeats Mal 'Bad Intentions' Beswick (TKO (Strikes) in 2:18 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. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Wing Chun Superstar" Motoki Hojo (22-6, 2-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -390) vs. Yoshitomo Horigome (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: +310) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Wing Chun Superstar' Motoki Hojo battles Yoshitomo Horigome in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Hojo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Hojo hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:35) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Horigome. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Hojo connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Horigome scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 1 - 03:58) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Hojo. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Hojo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Horigome with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Retreating until backed against the cage, Horigome looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable! (Rd 1 - 03:41) A head kick lands hard, Horigome falls to the ground and is in major trouble! (Rd 1 - 03:29) Hojo senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 03:29) Hojo pounds away with rights, but Horigome covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Hojo tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Horigome tries to pull guard on Hojo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Hojo pounds away with elbow strikes, but Horigome calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Horigome tries to pull guard on Hojo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Hojo tries to pound on Horigome with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Horigome tries to pull guard on Hojo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Hojo tries to pound on Horigome with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Horigome tries to pull guard on Hojo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Hojo throws some elbows but Horigome isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Hojo blocks Horigome as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Hojo fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Horigome brings his legs in to trap Hojo in half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Hojo. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Horigome is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:53) Horigome had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Hojo can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Hojo lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Hojo confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Horigome looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Hojo simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:07) A jab is wide from Hojo, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Horigome. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Horigome chooses to shoot in on Hojo. (Rd 2 - 03:49) A great sprawl from Hojo prevents the takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Horigome wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Hojo hits a left jab and then catches Horigome with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Hojo hits a left jab and then lands a nice right head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:56) That last shot may have done some damage, Horigome backs off until against the cage and tries to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 2 - 02:56) Horigome uses his hands to push away a weak short-range knee strike. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Circling back to the center, Horigome looks like he has regained his composure. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Horigome chooses to shoot in on Hojo. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Horigome gets hold of a leg but Hojo remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 2 - 02:37) With Hojo not going down, Horigome settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:23) Horigome pins Hojo up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:23) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Horigome presses Hojo into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 2 - 01:18) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 00:15) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Hojo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (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 Hojo. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Hojo up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:46) Hojo closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Hojo lands two jabs and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Horigome looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Hojo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:29) The gash above the eye of Horigome has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Hojo is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Hojo can't connect with a jab, but then hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head! (Rd 3 - 04:17) Horigome is knocked down! (Rd 3 - 04:02) Hojo quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Horigome! (Rd 3 - 04:02) Hojo pounds away, Horigome is taking heavy shot after heavy shot! (Rd 3 - 04:02) The referee jumps in and saves Horigome from taking any more shots! (Rd 3 - 03:42) 'The Wing Chun Superstar' Motoki Hojo takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'The Wing Chun Superstar' Motoki Hojo defeats Yoshitomo Horigome (TKO (Strikes) in 1:18 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Motoki Hojo praises his team at Dojo of Zui Quan, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he has a lot of respect for Yoshitomo Horigome and praises his toughness. He knows how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself. MAIN EVENT CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Lightning Kid" Fumiaki Hayashi (20-8, 2-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Favorite: -340) vs. "The Karate Kid" Carl Chenoweth (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: St. Elsewhere, Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +270) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Lightning Kid' Fumiaki Hayashi goes up against 'The Karate Kid' Carl Chenoweth in the CTC Lightweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The 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 - 04:54) Chenoweth stands ready as Hayashi moves in. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Chenoweth scores with a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Hayashi lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Hayashi moves in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Chenoweth counters a right hand with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Chenoweth stands ready as Hayashi moves in. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Hayashi misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 03:41) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Moving forward, Hayashi looks to strike. Chenoweth stands ready. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Hayashi lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Chenoweth hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Hayashi moves in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Hayashi misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Chenoweth attacks with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Hayashi moves in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Hayashi misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Chenoweth to attack with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Stepping in, Hayashi looks to engage. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Chenoweth uses a left jab but is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Hayashi misses with a left jab but scores with a stinging right high kick. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Chenoweth immediately backs up against the cage and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him! (Rd 1 - 02:16) Hayashi tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Chenoweth slips past it at the very last possible second. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Having apparently cleared his head, Chenoweth is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:58) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Hayashi comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Hayashi throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Chenoweth sees an opportunity and attacks with a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Moving forward, Hayashi looks to strike. Chenoweth stands ready. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Hayashi hits a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 1 - 01:08) With great movement, Chenoweth hits a two punch combination as cover for a vicious leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Moving forward, Hayashi looks to strike. Chenoweth stands ready. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Hayashi misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick kick. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Stepping in, Hayashi looks to engage. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Hayashi hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Chenoweth uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Stepping in, Hayashi looks to engage. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Hayashi misses with a big right hand, allowing Chenoweth to counter with a thumping kick to the thigh. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Chenoweth, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:46) Chenoweth lets Hayashi step in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Hayashi misses with a big right hand, allowing Chenoweth to counter with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Hayashi comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Chenoweth counters a right hand with a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Hayashi comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Hayashi misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a powerful straight right! (Rd 2 - 04:02) He's down! Hayashi falls to the floor! (Rd 2 - 04:02) Chenoweth moves in quickly to try and finish Hayashi with stomps and kicks! (Rd 2 - 04:02) Chenoweth stomps and kicks away at the stunned Hayashi but can't put him away! (Rd 2 - 03:37) Chenoweth looks to get on top of Hayashi. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Hayashi pulls Chenoweth into guard, preventing him from getting any further. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Chenoweth fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Hayashi tries to sweep Chenoweth but can't do it. (Rd 2 - 03:02) In guard, Chenoweth throws a couple of punches designed to keep Hayashi guessing. (Rd 2 - 02:42) Hayashi works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. (Rd 2 - 02:42) There wasn't enough separation though, Chenoweth is able to catch him and secure side control. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Chenoweth fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Hayashi tries to move to guard, but Chenoweth doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Chenoweth unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Hayashi turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 2 - 01:32) Hayashi prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Chenoweth from getting hooks in. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Chenoweth blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Hayashi prevents Chenoweth from getting his hooks in. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Chenoweth blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Hayashi prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Chenoweth from getting hooks in. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Hayashi tries to turn over and sweep Chenoweth 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 think Chenoweth took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Chenoweth. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:50) Hayashi steps in, watched all the way by Chenoweth. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Chenoweth slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a wicked right uppercut! (Rd 3 - 04:39) Hayashi is knocked down! (Rd 3 - 04:39) Chenoweth quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Hayashi! (Rd 3 - 04:39) Chenoweth pounds away with rights, Hayashi is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 3 - 04:39) Referee Christian Maugham jumps in and saves Hayashi from taking any more shots! (Rd 3 - 04:19) By TKO, the winner is Carl Chenoweth! Official Result: 'The Karate Kid' Carl Chenoweth defeats 'The Lightning Kid' Fumiaki Hayashi (TKO (Strikes) in 0:41 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Carl Chenoweth praises his team at Evolution MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks that a fight against Chakrit Mamanee would probably be a great contest. Carl Chenoweth is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself. Attendance: 393 Gate Reciepts: $40,636 Sponsorship: $27,168 Ad Revenue: $900,812 Merchandise: $4,212 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $180,189) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Carl Chenoweth $8,037 Fumiaki Hayashi $12,356 KotN: Chenoweth: $5,000 Motoki Hojo $18,752 Yoshitomo Horigome $2,144 Fiyero Lermontov $7,494 Mal Beswick $1,890 Sean Morrison $48,562 Eberhard Dahm $6,890 Perf: Both: $5,000 Luis Basora $17,425 Vladimir Baskov $1,638 Benny Danare $24,110 Gerardo Diez $16,890 FotN: Both: $10,000 SotN: Danare: $5,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Lukas Mellberg $7,143 Gordon Idle $2,773 Yoritoki Iwahashi $2,320 Gene Oakley $1,765 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $20,762 Profit: $762,869 Critical Rating: 79% Commercial Rating: 66% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +3.5% 90.0% (High Level Regional) USA +3.2% 84.8% (High Level Regional) UK +3.2% 83.4% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.0% 77.9% (High Level Regional) Australia +1.8% 77.5% (High Level Regional) Japan +4.0% 89.7% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.2% 77.9% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.3% 61.7% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.0% 75.7% (High Level Regional) South America +3.2% 83.8% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 71.7% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.3% 53.7% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 59, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 60, and Brandon Sugar tested positive for TRT ahead of his loss to Lubos Plasil. He claims that he is a victim of a lab error, and that the positive is 100% false. He has been banned for a year. He was already released by CTC following his loss. - Yoritoki Iwahashi suffered a broken wrist during his victory over Gene Oakley. He will miss two and a half weeks of training, but it shouldn't effect his ability to compete in the tournament going forward. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Fumiaki Hayashi, Yoshitomo Horigome, Mal Beswick, Eberhard Dahm, Vladimir Baskov, Gerardo Diez, Gordon Idle, and Gene Oakley. - CTC Lightweight fighter Elvis Milissis is now training with American Cage Fighters as he prepares for his Fourth Round fight against Naizen Hamacho. This is expected to be a long-term arrangement where he will train with the team for the forseeable future, as he looks to improve his ability to finish on the ground. - CTC Middleweight fighter Heath Kaladaris is now training with KO Fighters as he prepares for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Zaco, and may stick with the team if things go well. He commented he's enjoying experience different training methods and hopes this will result in him advancing in the tournament. - CTC Light Heavyweight fighter Ranieri Fernanda is now training with Escola Da Luta as he prepares for his CTC Lightweight Heavyweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight with Marlon John. This is expected to be his long-term base of operations, and he hopes that training there will help him improve his ground game. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows Japanese Large Local Show (Monday, Week 1, November 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Jungo Futagawa vs. Bakin Sakamoto KO of the Night: Saemon Endo (vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei) Submission of the Night: Genki Shinashi (vs. Mochihito Yamazaki) British Large Local Show (Tuesday, Week 1, November 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Charlie Oakley vs. Davis Spyrou KO of the Night: Rhys Buck (vs. Augustus Shorrock) Submission of the Night: Charlie Oakley (vs. Davis Spyrou) Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round (Round of 32) Sukarno vs. Korekiyo Anzai Datuk Ong Ka Ting vs. Chakrit Mamanee Naizen Hamacho vs. Elvis Milissis Go Yamamoto vs. Bud Brockett Atep of Indonesia vs. Glen Siemaszko Luke Hilton vs. Georges Nouri Lubos Plasil vs. H.M. Menzel Bruce Steven vs. Ren Akai Jake Keane vs. Tarcisio Dantas Tim Oldacres vs. Seth O'Breen Helio vs. Duane Weatherly Adenor Togni vs. Manoel Cabral Fiyero Lermontov vs. Yoritoki Iwahashi Lukas Mellberg vs. Motoki Hojo Luis Basora vs. Carl Chenoweth Sean Morrison vs. Benny Danare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 10, 2023 Author Share Posted August 10, 2023 CTC Lightweight Finalized Roster and Current Rankings #25. Glen "The Marine" Siemaszko (11-2) Glen Siemaszko is a tough Lightweight from Boston, Massachusetts, 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Glen Siemaszko defeats Ignatius Hepfinger by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:02 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 4 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Glen Siemaszko defeats Delma de Brito by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:51 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 26 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Glen Siemaszko defeats Nicholas Bretton by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 60 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Atep of Indonesia at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Jamie Hewitt defeats Glen Siemaszko by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) XCC: Hewitt vs. Siemaszko (April 1998) Jamie Hewitt Retains The XCC Lightweight title 2. Glen Siemaszko defeats Kyle Sagal by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Ash (February 1999) 3. Glen Siemaszko defeats Kenny Magilton by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:49 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Dickering vs. Champion (August 1999) 4. Glen Siemaszko defeats Darren Southall by TKO (Strikes) in 3:20 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) XCC: Southall vs. Siemaszko (September 2000) Glen Siemaszko Won The XCC Lightweight Title 5. Glen Siemaszko defeats Duane Weatherly by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) Glen Siemaszko Retains The XCC Lightweight Title 6. Glen Siemaszko defeats Bud Brockett by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 45: John vs. Watson (July 2001) #24. Adenor Togni (16-7) 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 collapsed. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Adenor Togni defeats Cyril Kamoze by Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 4:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 6 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Adenor Togni defeats George Astaire by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:54 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 27 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Adenor Togni defeats Doug Hansen by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:07 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 61 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Manoel Cabral at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Anderson Desailly defeats Adenor Togni by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:44 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) FLB: Satinho vs. Camara (January 2000) 2. Tarcisio Dantas defeats Adenor Togni by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) FLB: Aldez vs. Villar III (March 2001) #23. Tarcisio Dantas (11-0) Tarcisio Dantas is a rising star in MMA, a thickly built powerhouse fighter who likes to smother opponents with his 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Tarcisio Dantas defeats Shawn McCarthy by TKO (Strikes) in 4:15 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 5 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Tarcisio Dantas defeats Masato Wai by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:18 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 27 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Tarcisio Dantas defeats Heikichi Shimizu by TKO (Strikes) in 4:07 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 61 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Jake Keane at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Tarcisio Dantas defeats Adenor Togni by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) FLB: Aldez vs. Villar III (March 2001) 2. Tarcisio Dantas defeats Gerardo Diez by 4:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) #22. "The Karate Kid" Carl Chenoweth (10-0) 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Carl Chenoweth defeats Bhumibol Ektawatkul by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:51 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 8 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Carl Chenoweth defeats Floyd Haywood by TKO (Strikes) in 0:26 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Carl Chenoweth defeats Fumiaki Hayashi by TKO (Strikes) 0:41 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 62 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: Luis Basora at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Carl Chenoweth defeats Aaron McBroom by Unanimous Decision at 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #21. Korekiyo Anzai (12-0) 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Korekiyo Anzai defeats Nshan Ramazyan by Submission (Arm Triangle) in 2:14 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 3 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Korekiyo Anzai defeats Roberto Perrella Aun by Submission (Kimura) in 3:00 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Korekiyo Anzai defeats Chan Kim Huat by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:31 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 59 (October 2002) This as a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Sukarno at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Korekiyo Anzai defeats Mikio Inouye by Submission (Americana) in 6:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Asanovic (May 2001) #20. Lubos "The Experiment" Plasil (11-2) 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 where 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Lubos Plasil defeats Ralph Concannon by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 5 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Lubos Plasil defeats Alain Saul by Submission (Arm Triangle) in 4:24 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 26 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Lubos Plasil defeats Brandon Sugar by TKO (Strikes) in 1:39 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 60 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. H.M. Menzel at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Georges Nouri defeats Lubos Plasil by Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 1:03 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Kurri (October 1999) 2. Lubos Plasil defeats Maurice Braudel by Submission (Armbar) in 1:39 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Ivanov vs. Oktay (December 2000) 3. Lubos Plasil defeats Rodolphe Gygax by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Dargomyzhsky (May 2001) 4. Georges Nouri defeats Lubos Plasil by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Gunnarsson III (December 2001) #19. Bud "The Rocket" Brockett (13-2) Bud Brockett was one of the most successful collegiate wrestler in recent memory, who is a relentless takedown machine who generally cuts well over 20lbs to fight at Lightweight and just bullies opponents with his size and intensity. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Bud Brockett defeats Jazz Snide by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 4 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Bud Brockett defeats Tessai Satou by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:49 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Bud Brockett defeats Folke Dalen by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:39 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 59 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Go Yamamoto at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Luke Hilton defeats Bud Brockett by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:42 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA Battle Lines 1: Foster vs. Boyer (June 1999) 2. Sean Morrison defeats Bud Brockett by Submission (Guillotine) in 3:11 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 37: Rushton vs. Sampson (October 2000) 3. Bud Brockett defeats Glen Siemaszko by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 45: John vs. Watson (July 2001) #18. Benny "The Jet" Danare (14-3) 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 with the company. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Benny Danare defeats Goncalves Cassaro by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 8 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Benny Danare defeats Kyle Sagal by Submission (Armbar) in 3:24 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Benny Danare defeats Gerardo Diez by Submission (Armbar) in 2:03 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 62 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Sean Morrison II at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Sean Morrison defeats Benny Danare by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:47 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 25: Morrison vs. Danare (July 1998) Sean Morrison Retains the GAMMA Lightweight Title 2. Benny Danare defeats Nicholas Bretton by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA Battle Lines 4: Brubaker vs. Gallego (January 2001) 3. Benny Danare defeats Seth O'Breen by Submission (Kimura) in 1:36 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) #17. "The Savage" Datuk Ong Ka Ting (13-1) 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 his opponent on his back. Once he's on top it is nearly impossible to shake him loose. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Datuk Ong Ka Ting defeats Vince Dahl by Submission (Armbar) in 2:00 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Datuk Ong Ka Ting defeats Masayoshi Tatsuko by Submission (Kimura) in 2:11 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 59 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Chakrit Mamanee at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Sukarno defeats Datuk Ong Ka Ting by TKO (Cut) in 3:11 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Ting (October 2000) Sukarno Retains the ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 2. Datuk Ong Ka Ting defeats Eizan Ijichi by Submission (Armbar) in 0:47 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Cabal vs. Fezzik II (February 2001) 3. Datuk Ong Ka Ting defeats Davi Carlos Ramos by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) #16. "The Sharpshooter" Georges Nouri (16-3) Georges Nouri is a Greek grappling master, who is 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Georges Nouri defeats Raymond Austin by Submission (Ankle Lock) in 0:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 4 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Georges Nouri defeats Matt Horowitz by Submission (Guillotine) in 0:45 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 26 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Georges Nouri defeats Norihide Kusonoki by Submission (Armbar) in 4:24 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 60 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Luke Hilton at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Georges Nouri defeats Lubos Plasil by Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 1:03 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Kurri (October 1999) 2. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Georges Nouri by TKO (Strikes) in 4:16 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Nouri (October 2000) Fiyero Lermontov Retains the SIGMA Lightweight Title 3. Luis Basora defeats Georges Nouri by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:09 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Kanchelskis vs. Amaro (March 2001) Luis Basora Won The SIGMA Lightweight Title 4. Georges Nouri defeats Lubos Plasil by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Gunnarsson III (December 2001) #15. "The Hillbilly Hammer" Luke Hilton (14-2) Luke Hilton is a Lightweight competitor and a real threat to any opponent. His wrestling background gives him a solid base when competeing up close, but his main weapon, and the source of his nickname, is his massive punching power. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Luke Hilton defeats Shusui Ikoma by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 26 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Luke Hilton defeats Patrik Pedersen by TKO (Strikes) in 2:08 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 60 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Georges Nouri at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Luke Hilton defeats Bud Brockett by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:42 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA Battle Lines 1: Foster vs. Boyer (June 1999) 2. Luke Hilton defeats Aaron McBroom by TKO (Strikes) in 4:13 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 34: Rubenstein vs. Herringbone (March 2000) 3. Brandon Sugar defeats Luke Hilton by Submission (Armbar) in 0:41 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 38: Sugar vs. Hilton (November 2000) Brandon Sugar Retains the GAMMA Lightweight Title 4. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Luke Hilton by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 44: Thomas vs. De Vries (June 2001) 5. Luke Hilton defeats Charles Stiles by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:24 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 48: Foster vs. Hughes (November 2001) #14. "The Man With No Nickname" Sean Morrison (32-6) 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Sean Morrison defeats Cole Moor by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:54 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Sean Morrison defeats Eberhard Dahm by Submission (Kimura) in 2:36 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 62 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Benny Danare at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Sean Morrison defeats Beau Gorshin by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:19 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 5: Morrison vs. Gorshin (May 1995) Sean Morrison Won The GAMMA Lightweight Title 2. Sean Morrison defeats Bruce Steven by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 7: Morrison vs. Steven (November 1995) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 3. Sean Morrison defeats Truck Gleeson by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:45 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 9: Morrison vs. Gleeson (April 1996) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 4. Sean Morrison defeats Brandon Sugar by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 12: Morrison vs. Sugar (September 1996) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 5. Sean Morrison defeats H.M. Menzel by TKO (Strikes) in 2:47 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 15: Morrison vs. Menzel (February 1997) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 6. Sean Morrison defeats Aaron McBroom by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 21: Morrison vs. McBroom (November 1997) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 7. Sean Morrison defeats Benny Danare by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:47 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 25: Morrison vs. Danare (July 1998) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 8. Sean Morrison defeats Beau Gorshin by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:06 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 29: Morrison vs. Gorshin II (March 1999) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 9. Brandon Sugar defeats Sean Morrison by Submission (Triangle) in 1:27 of Round 2 (Rated: Excellent) GAMMA Battle Lines 2: Morrison vs. Sugar II (January 2000) Brandon Sugar Won The GAMMA Lightweight Title 10. Sean Morrison defeats Bud Brockett by Submission (Guillotine) in 3:11 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 37: Rushton vs. Sampson (October 2000) 11. Brandon Sugar defeats Sean Morrison by Submission (Triangle) in 4:59 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 42: Sugar vs. Morrison III (April 2001) Brandon Sugar Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 12. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Sean Morrison by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 48: Foster vs. Hughes (November 2001) #13. "The Ice Cold Swede" Lukas Mellberg (21-5) 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Lukas Mellberg defeats Nigel Collett by Submission (Americana) in 1:21 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Lukas Mellberg defeats Gordon Idle by Submission (Kimura) in 2:52 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 62 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Motoki Hojo at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Luis Basora defeats Lukas Mellberg by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Basora vs. Mellberg (August 1998) Luis Basora Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title 2. Lukas Mellberg defeats Harald Hubner by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:24 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Kanchelskis vs. Gnocchi (June 2000) 3. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Lukas Mellberg by TKO in 2:32 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Mellberg (February 2001) Fiyero Lermontov Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title 4. Lukas Mellberg defeats Harald Hubner by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Kurri III (November 2001) #12. "The Wing Chun Superstar" Motoki Hojo (23-6) 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Motoki Hojo defeats Franak Pavilchenko by TKO (Strikes) in 2:35 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 7 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Motoki Hojo defeats Hatsu Nishijima by TKO (Strikes) in 4:27 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Motoki Hojo defeats Yoshitomo Horigome by TKO (StrikeS) in 1:18 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 62 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Lukas Mellberg at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Sukarno defeats Motoki Hojo by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hojo (June 2001) Sukarno Retains The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 2. Motoki Hojo defeats Branco by TKO (Cut) in 3:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1's Warriors of the Ring 2 (December 2001) #11. "Pain Express" Go Yamamoto (30-10) 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 is struggle endeared him to the fans. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Go Yamamoto defeats Grande Silveira by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:36 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Go Yamamoto defeats Rodolphe Gygax by TKO (Strikes) in 1:20 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 59 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Bud Brockett at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Shizuya Nakae defeats Go Yamamoto by TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 2:23 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Kikuchi vs. Sarkisian (December 1995) Shizuya Nakae Won The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 2. Fumiaki Hayashi defeats Go Yamamoto by TKO (Strikes) in 2:25 of Round 2 (Rated: Excellent) ALPHA-1 Hayashi vs. Yamamoto (December 1996) Fumiaki Hayashi Retains The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 3. Go Yamamoto defeats Fumiaki Hayashi by Knock Out (Knee) in 3:40 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Hayashi vs. Yamamoto II (April 1998) Go Yamamoto Won The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 4. Go Yamamoto defeats Naizen Hamacho by Knock Out (Kick) in 8:15 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Hamacho (April 1999) Go Yamamoto Retains The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 5. Sukarno defeats Go Yamamoto by TKO (Strikes) in 4:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Sukarno (September 2001) Sukarno Won The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title #10. Seth "Submission King" O'Breen (19-3) Seth O'Breen is a tough as nails fighter from Dublin, Ireland, and 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. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Seth O'Breen defeats Edgidijus Fomenka by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:29 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 6 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Seth O'Breen defeats Avery Gleeson by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:51 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 27 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Seth O'Breen defeats Shiko Taka by Submission (Armbar) in 1:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 61 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Tim Oldacres at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Seth O'Breen defeats Jeremy Sproule by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:14 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) BCF: Kane vs. Idle (March 1998) 2. Jake Keane defeats Seth O'Breen by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) BCF: Keane vs. O'Breen (December 1998) Jake Keane Retains The BCF Lightweight Title 3. Seth O'Breen defeats Mal Beswick by Submission (Leglock) in 3:52 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) BCF: Best of British 1 (July 1999) 4. Seth O'Breen defeats Gordon Idle by Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 1:28 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) BCF: Best of British 2 (March 2000) Seth O'Breen Won The BCF Lightweight Title 5. Seth O'Breen defeats Keith Jolly by Submission (Armbar) in 3:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Fantastic) BCF: Kitson vs. McFadden (December 2000) Seth O'Breen Retains The BCF Lightweight Title 6. Doug Hansen defeats Seth O'Breen by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) BCF: O'Breen vs. Hansen (June 2001) Doug Hansen Won The BCF Lightweight Title 7. Benny Danare defeats Seth O'Breen by Submission (Kimura) in 1:36 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) #9. "Mr. T." Tim Oldacres (12-0) 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. He is known for his very powerful hands. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Tim Oldacres defeats Laerte Portinari by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:30 in Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 6 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Tim Oldacres defeats Jeremy Sproule by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:38 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 27 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 3. Tim Oldacres defeats Truck Gleeson by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:29 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 61 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Seth O'Breen at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Tim Oldacres defeats Sid Morgan by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:18 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) BCF: Spyrou vs. Baines (March 2001) 2. Tim Oldacres defeats Keith Jolly by Submission (Guillotine) in 3:44 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) BCF: Potter vs. Millican (October 2001) #8. "Mr. Intensity" Bruce Steven (22-9) Bruce Steven is a talented submission artist, who has always been one of the most dangerous Lightweight fighters 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 up with the elite. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Bruce Steven defeats Muhammad Hamzah by TKO (Strikes) in 1:04 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 26 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Bruce Steven defeats Gregory O'Hara by Submission (Kimura) in 3:36 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 60 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ren Akai at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Sean Morrison defeats Bruce Steven by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 7: Morrison vs. Steven (November 1995) Sean Morrison Retains The GAMMA Lightweight Title 2. Bruce Steven defeats Ian Linderman by Submission (Triangle) in 1:40 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 27: Rubenstein vs. LeToussier (November 1998) 3. Bruce Steven defeats Truck Gleeson by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:22 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA Battle Lines 4: Brubaker vs. Gallego (January 2001) 4. Helio defeats Bruce Steven by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) GAMMA Clash of the Titans Season 2 Finals (October 2001) #7. Naizen Hamacho (15-1) Naizen Hamacho is a very difficult opponent to face, an excellent striker who is known 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Naizen Hamacho defeats Watson Viana by Submission (Guillotine) in 4:11 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Naizen Hamacho defeats Rupert Lennox by TKO (Strikes) in 2:14 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 59 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Elvis Milissis at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Go Yamamoto defeats Naizen Hamacho by Knock Out (Kick) in 8:15 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Hamacho (April 1999) Go Yamamoto Retains The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 2. Naizen Hamacho defeats Fumiaki Hayashi by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1 Heavyweight Grand Prix 2001 (March 2001) 3. Naizen Hamacho defeats Shizuya Nakae by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Arai (July 2001) #6. Atep of Indonesia (16-1) Atep of Indonesia is a potential 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 name with KDM FC as a great Lightweight champion and face of the company. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Atep of Indonesia defeats Adam McLeish by TKO (Strikes) in 2:03 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 26 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Atep of Indonesia defeats Irving Braun by Submission (Armbar) in 2:43 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 60 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Glen Siemaszko at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Sukarno defeats Atep of Indonesia by TKO (Strikes) in 2:11 of Round 5 (Rated: Excellent) KDM FC 5: Sukarno vs. Atep (May 1998) Sukarno Retains The KDM FC Lightweight Title 2. Atep of Indonesia defeats Ahmed Mohamed Farag by Submission (Armbar) in 0:57 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 10: Atep vs. Farag (July 1999) Atep of Indonesia Won The KDM FC Lightweight Title 3. Atep of Indonesia defeats Taufik Wijaya by TKO in 2:55 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) KDM FC 12: Atep vs. Wijaya (January 2000) Atep of Indonesia Retains The KDM FC Lightweight Title 4. Atep of Indonesia defeats Chan Kim Huat by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 15: Atep vs. Huat (November 2000) Atep of Indonesia Retains The KDM FC Lightweight Title 5. Atep of Indonesia defeats Takahiro Nakamura by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) KDM FC 17: Atep vs. Nakamura (May 2001) Atep of Indonesia Retains The KDM FC Lightweight Title 6. Atep of Indonesia defeats Fumiaki Hayashi by TKO (Strikes) in 2:01 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Kitabatake (November 2001) #5. Helio (21-1-1) Helio is one of the most vicious and feared strikers in MMMA, a world calibre Muay Thai fighter who has perhaps the most destructive leg kicks of anyone 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Helio defeats Perry Madison by TKO (Leg Kick) in 0:29 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 27 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Helio defeats Sid Morgan by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:05 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 61 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Duane Weatherly at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Helio defeats Delma de Brito by TKO in 3:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) FLB: Moura vs. Satinho (September 1998) 2. Helio defeats Branco by Knock Out (Kick) in 4:22 of Ruond 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Moura vs. Laurentino (May 1999) 3. Helio defeats Branco by TKO (Strikes) in 1:57 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) FLB: Satinho vs. Camara (January 2000) Helio Won The FLB Lightweight Title 4. Helio defeats Anderson Desailly by Knock OUt (Kick) in 1:07 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Helio vs. Desailly (October 2000) Helio Retains The FLB Lightweight Title 5. Helio draws with Edson Edmilson by Unanimous Draw in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) FLB: Helio vs. Edmilson (May 2001) Helio Retains The FLB Lightweight Title 6. Helio defeats Bruce Steven by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) GAMMA Clash of the Titans Season 2 Finals (October 2001) #4. "El Diablo" Luis Basora (25-5) 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 he traditionally fights at a lower weight class than his sibling. The first ever SIGMA Lightweight champion, he regained the title in 2001. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Luis Basora defeats Charles Stiles by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:05 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Luis Basora defeats Vladimir Baskov by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:51 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 62 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Carl Chenoweth at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Luis Basora defeats Milenko Rudonja by Submission (Armbar) in 2:52 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Basora vs. Rudonja (April 1997) Luis Basora Won The SIGMA Lightweight Title 2. Luis Basora defeats Lukas Mellberg by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Basora vs. Mellberg (August 1998) Luis Basora Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title 3. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Luis Basora by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:59 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Basora vs. Lermontov (June 1999) Fiyero Lermontov Won The SIGMA Lightweight Title 4. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Luis Basora by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Basora II (December 1999) Fiyero Lermontov Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title 5. Luis Basora defeats Rodolphe Gygax by Submission (Kneebar) in 3:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Nouri (October 2000) 6. Luis Basora defeats Georges Nouri by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:09 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Kanchelskis vs. Amaro (March 2001) Luis Basora Won The SIGMA Lightweight Title 7. Luis Basora defeats Lucas Mueller by Submission (Arm Triangle) in 4:40 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Basora vs. Mueller (August 2001) Luis Basora Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title #3. Fiyero Lermontov (20-0) Fiyero Lermontov is an absolutely devastating Lightweight competitor, and is considered one of the toughest fighters in all MMA, if not the toughest. A former member of the Russian army's special forces unit, his training has left him with excellent boxing, world class sambo, and an iron will, and the end product is a 155lbs wrecking machine of the highest calibre. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Jose Gonzales by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Mal Beswick by TKO (Strikes) in 2:18 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 62 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Yoritoki Iwahashi at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Lucas Mueller by Submission (Armbar) in 2:16 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Chekhov (June 1998) 2. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Luis Basora by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:59 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Basora vs. Lermontov (June 1999) Fiyero Lermontov Won The SIGMA Lightweight Title 3. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Luis Basora by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Basora II (December 1999) Fiyero Lermontov Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title 4. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Georges Nouri by TKO (Strikes) in 4:16 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Nouri (October 2000) Fiyero Lermontov Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title 5. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Lukas Mellberg by TKO in 2:32 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Mellberg (February 2001) Fiyero Lermontov Retains The SIGMA Lightweight Title 6. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Luke Hilton by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 44: Thomas vs. De Vries (June 2001) 7. Fiyero Lermontov defeats Sean Morrison by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 48: Foster vs. Hughes (November 2001) #2. Jake "The Natural Talent" Keane (29-4) Jake Keane for years was perhaps the most bafflingly underrated fighter in MMA, overlooked by most critics despite dominating the Lightweight scene in the UK and Europe. In February 2001, having scythed through every credible challenger as BCF Lightweight champion, he finally got the chance at recognition when GAMMA signed him. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Jake Keane defeats Nathan Wyles by TKO (Strikes) in 0:40 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 27 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Jake Keane defeats Harald Hubner by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 61 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Tarcisio Dantas at Canadian Tournament Combat 98 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Jake Keane defeats William Powell by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:51 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) BCF: Webb vs. Sithalayan (September 1996) Jake Keane Won The BCF Lightweight Title 2. Jake Keane defeats George Astaire by Submission (Guillotine) in 0:25 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) BCF: Keane vs. Astaire (April 1997) Jake Keane Retains The BCF Lightweight Title 3. Jake Keane defeats Jochen Bellof by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:32 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) BCF: Spyrou vs. Rush (December 1997) Jake Keane Retains The BCF Lightweight Title 4. Jake Keane defeats Seth O'Breen by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Roudn 5 (Rated: Decent) BCF: Keane vs. O'Breen (December 1998) Jake Keane Retains The BCF Lightweight Title 5. Jake Keane defeats Dominick Oppenheimer by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:29 of Round 4 (Rated: Excellent) BCF Best of British 1 (July 1999) Jake Keane Retains The BCF Lightweight Title 6. Jake Keane defeats Moss Gilbert by Submission (Armbar) in 3:22 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 36: Foster vs. Lopes (June 2000) 7. Jake Keane defeats H.M. Menzel by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) GAMMA Battle Lines 5: Rushton vs. Pickering (April 2001) 8. Jake Keane defeats Brandon Sugar by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 46: Sugar vs. Keane (August 2001) Jake Keane Won The GAMMA Lightweight Title #1. Sukarno (32-0) Sukarno is a legendary figure in Asia and a favorite of MMA fans world wide, and is one of the most viciously exciting fighters in the world to watch. If the concept of violence ever took on human form it's name would be Sukarno. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Sukarno defeats Owen Oggleberry-Pipp by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:24 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (May 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament 2. Sukarno defeats Jackson Mollusck by TKO (Body Kick) in 2:43 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 59 (October 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Korekiyo Anzai at Canadian Tournament Combat 97 (March 2003) Other Results: 1. Sukarno defeats Taufik Wijaya by Knock Out (Knee) in 1:58 of Round 2 (Rated: Excellent) KDM FC 1: Sukarno vs. Wijaya (April 1997) Sukarno Won The KDM FC Lightweight Title 2. Sukarno defeats Teeratep Nutnum by TKO (Strikes) in 2:15 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 3: Sukarno vs. Nutnum (September 1997) Sukarno Retains The KDM FC Lightweight Title 3. Sukarno defeats Atep of Indonesia by TKO (Strikes) in 2:15 of Round 1 (Rated: Excellent) KDM FC 5: Sukarno vs. Atep (May 1998) Sukarno Retains The KDM FC Lightweight Title 4. Sukarno defeats Sammi Chan by Knock Out (Kick) in 3:11 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 8: Sukarno vs. Chan (February 1999) Sukarno Retains The KDM FC Lightweight Title 5. Sukarno defeats Shinji Oiwa by Knock Out (Kick) in 5:23 of Round 1 (Rated: Fantastic) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Hamacho (April 1999) 6. Sukarno defeats Fumiaki Hayashi by TKO (Strikes) in 7:54 of Round 1 (Rated: Excellent) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hayashi (February 2000) Sukarno Won The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 7. Sukarno defeats Datuk Ong Ka Ting by TKO (Cut) in 3:11 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Ting (October 2000) Sukarno Retains The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 8. Sukarno defeats Motoki Hojo by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6(Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hojo (June 2001) Sukarno Retain The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title 9. Sukarno defeats Go Yamamoto by TKO (Strikes) in 4:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Sukarno (September 2001) Sukarno Retains The ALPHA-1 Lightweight Title Unranked Fighters Braxton Pryce (4-7, 0-1 CTC) Chad Zoff (8-1, 1-1 CTC) Chakrit Mamanee (4-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Datuk Ong Ka Ting at Canadian Tournament Combat 97) Cory Brewer (10-5, 1-1 CTC) Duane Weatherly (20-11, 2-1 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Helio at Canadian Tournament Combat 98) Elvis Milissis (9-2, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Naizen Hamacho at Canadian Tournament Combat 97) H.M. Menzel (18-6, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Lubos Plasil at Canadian Tournament Combat 97) Jake Walken (1-1, 0-1 CTC) Jeffrey Foxworthy (6-2, 0-1 CTC) Kevin Sponge (1-1, 0-1 CTC) Manoel Cabral (9-1, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Adenor Togni at Canadian Tournament Combat 98) Nicholas Bretton (16-8, 2-1 CTC) Nik Minear (12-6, 0-1 CTC) Owen Oggleberry-Pipp (6-4, 1-1 CTC) Ren Akai (11-1, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Bruce Steven at Canadian Tournament Combat 97) Robbie Lynn (4-1, 0-1 CTC) Roy Arnett (6-3, 0-1 CTC) Urlington Rogers (10-7, 0-1 CTC) Vince Dahl (3-1, 1-1 CTC) Yoritoki Iwahashi (12-7, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Fiyero Lermontov at Canadian Tournament Combat 98) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 10, 2023 Author Share Posted August 10, 2023 Friday, Week 1, November 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Philip "Kid" Ziskie (23-2-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Ward "Dizzy" Maloprop (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +950) Philip Ziskie is widely considered to be the best Featherweight in the world, and has found great success through 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 two-time champion for them. He is coming off a fifth round knock out victory over Tommy Ray in the Second Round of the tournament. 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. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Jinzaburo Iseki in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (15-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -1200) vs. Bobby Castillo (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +950) 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, exiting fights. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Clint Royle in the second round of the tournament. Bobby Castillo is a Mexican kick boxer, who is mostly known for the speed with 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. He is coming off a fifth round submission victory over Rory McEnterry in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Snorri Gunnarsson (25-6-1NC, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jan "Thunderbolt" Ilic (6-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, 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 coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Stewart Point in the second round of the tournament. 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 look out for an opportunity 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 third round TKO victory over Olly Whiskerton in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Yoshiro Makamori (12-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -1200) vs. James "Buster" Busfield (10-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Underdog: +950) Yoshiro Makamori is a star in the making at Featherweight, an excellent submission artist who has also developed some 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 KDM FC 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. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Tan Su in the second round of the tournament. James Busfield trained in Muay Thai when he was 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 second round knock out victory over Gregg Grable in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Francesco Marazzina (23-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -610) vs. "The Archer" Ivan Bokhour (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Underdog: +480) Francesco Marazzina is a veteran competitor, who is highly skilled at Judo and uses that as the basis for 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 fifth round submission victory over Hisamitsu Sasaki in the second round of the tournament. Ivan Bokhour is a student of the game, and has trained in a number of disciplines and so definitely puts the "mixed" in Mixed Martial Arts. A natural Featherweight he has been fighting in that division for XCC since 1997. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Daniel Litton in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Chan Wan Wah (10-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -380) vs. Lucky Lyman (10-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Underdog: +300) 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 has so far been getting a KDM FC Featherweight title shot back in 2000, although he came out on the losing end of his battle with the great Tomohiro Takeuchi. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Buck Graham in the second round of the tournament. Lucky Lyman is a fleet-footed Featherweight who uses his quick hands and good boxing to outstrike his opponents. Difficult to catch, he's a tough opponent to figure out on his feet. However, his weaknesses, 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 first round TKO victory over Beau LuPone in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Pat "Blue Boy" Troy (8-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #153, Underdog: +450) vs. Ikeda "Kid" Kenkichio (6-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -570) 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 of the tournament, before winning by fifth round submission over Greg Chiang in the second round of the tournament. Ikeda Kenkichio looks set to be another top contender in the Featherweight division, increasing Japan's strong presence in the division. A fine striker with good bases in both wrestling and submissions, he is a very tough opponent to face. He joined KDM FC 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 third round TKO victory over Geoff Taggart in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Alvaro "The Hornet" Negredo (23-11, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -540) vs. "The Serpent King" Cong Dun (13-7, 0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Underdog: +430) Alvaro Negredo is a kick boxer by trade, and earned the nickname "The Hornet" from his stinging leg kicks and elusive striking nature. He nowhere near an elite level fighter, not even when it comes to his kick boxing, but he is good enough to cause mid-level opponents a lot of headaches. He has twice competed for the SIGMA Featherweight title, which remain his career highlights thus far. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Kenshin Hamamoto in the second round of the tournament. 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 Featherweight allows him to strike over great distance. He has been fighting for KDM FC since 1997, and even got as far as a title shot against the great Tomohiro Takeuchi, but since them he has struggled, age appears to finally be taking it's toll on his skills and athletic ability. He lost by second round submission to Teruaki Ogi in the second round of the tournament, however Ogi held the submission too long, and was both suspended by the athletic commission, and fired by CTC, and Dun was allowed to continue in the tournament in his stead. Weigh-In Results Philip Ziskie (145 lbs) vs. Ward Maloprop (145 lbs) Sammy Gaffigan (145 lbs) vs. Bobby Castillo (145 lbs) Snorri Gunnarsson (145 lbs) vs. Jan Ilic (145 lbs) Yoshiro Makamori (145 lbs) vs. James Busfield (145 lbs) Francesco Marazzina (145 lbs) vs. Ivan Bokhour (145 lbs) Chan Wan Wah (145 lbs) vs. Lucky Lyman (145 lbs) Pat Troy (145 lbs) vs. Ikeda Kenkichio (145 lbs) Alvaro Negredo (145 lbs) vs. Cong Dun (145 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 63 Full Fight Card FW: Philip Ziskie vs. Ward Maloprop FW: Sammy Gaffigan vs. Bobby Castillo FW: Snorri Gunnarsson vs. Jan Ilic FW: Yoshiro Makamori vs. James Busfield FW: Francesco Marazzina vs. Ivan Bokhour FW: Chan Wan Wah vs. Lucky Lyman FW: Pat Troy vs. Ikeda Kenkichio FW: Alvaro Negredo vs. Cong Dun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 11, 2023 Author Share Posted August 11, 2023 Friday, Week 1, November 2002 Live From Sherbrooke, Quebec MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Alvaro "The Hornet" Negredo (23-11, 1-0 CTC, From: Barcelona, Spain, Favorite: -540) vs. "The Serpent King" Cong Dun (13-7, 0-1 CTC, From: Denpasar, Indonesia, Underdog: +430) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Alvaro 'The Hornet' Negredo battling 'The Serpent King' Cong Dun. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Reginald Wodehouse, 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 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Negredo dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 04:37) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Negredo has a leg kick easily checked. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Negredo shows his good footwork by dodging out of the way of a couple of punches and a head kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 04:14) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Dun misses with a big right hand, allowing Negredo to counter with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 03:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Negredo hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Dun lands a left jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:10) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Negredo dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Dun is limping slightly. (Rd 1 - 02:48) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:53) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Negredo misses with a head kick attempt and gets countered with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Limping slightly, Dun is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 1 - 01:25) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 01:03) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Dun hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Negredo hits two out of a flurry of three punches and then lands a low kick. (Rd 1 - 00:40) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Negredo hits a kick to the lead leg. Dun lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:17) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Negredo dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Negredo, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 05:00) Limping heavily, Dun is struggling to move around. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Dun scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Negredo hits a left jab and also lands a powerful right head kick! (Rd 2 - 04:39) It's a knock out! Dun is down and out! (Rd 2 - 04:39) The winner, by knock out; Alvaro Negredo! Official Result: Alvaro 'The Hornet' Negredo defeats 'The Serpent King' Cong Dun (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:21 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Cong Dun takes the microphone and announces that he is now retiring from fighting after this loss. 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. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Pat "Blue Boy" Troy (8-1, 2-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Underdog: +450) vs. Ikeda "Kid" Kenkichio (6-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Favorite: -570) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Pat 'Blue Boy' Troy goes head to head with Ikeda 'Kid' Kenkichio. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Troy doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Kenkichio lands a left hand and then catches Troy with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Kenkichio fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a massive right head kick! (Rd 1 - 04:32) Troy is out! It's all over! (Rd 1 - 04:23) The winner, by knock out, is Ikeda 'Kid' Kenkichio! Official Result: Ikeda 'Kid' Kenkichio defeats Pat 'Blue Boy' Troy (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:37 of round 1). 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 friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Ivan Bokhour would be someone he'd like to compete against. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Chan Wan Wah (10-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Favorite: -380) vs. Lucky Lyman (10-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Pembroke Pines, Florida, Underdog: +300) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Chan Wan Wah takes on Lucky Lyman. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Donald Coward. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Lyman steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Wan Wah hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:53) A one-two from Lyman fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 04:19) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 03:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Wan Wah misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lyman to attack with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:33) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Lyman misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Wan Wah attacks with a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Wan Wah is off-target with two jabs but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Lyman scores with a jab and also lands a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Wan Wah doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Lyman finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Lyman stalks forward, pressuring Wan Wah. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Lyman moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Lyman doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Lyman stalks forward, pressuring Wan Wah. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Wan Wah fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Lyman lands a jab and then he hits Wan Wah with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:52) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Lyman comes forward, walking down Wan Wah. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Wan Wah fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Lyman feints an attack that leaves Wan Wah slightly off balance. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Lyman lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Lyman hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Wan Wah hits a jab but doesn't connect with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Moving forward constantly, Lyman is pressuring Wan Wah. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Wan Wah lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Lyman can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Lyman comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Wan Wah hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Lyman hits a left hand but Wan Wah evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:08) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Lyman is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Lyman bobs and weaves, making two punches miss. (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 Lyman, but only a 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:45) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Lyman comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Wan Wah hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Lyman throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Lyman initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Wan Wah hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Lyman throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 03:59) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Wan Wah scores with a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Lyman hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Lyman lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Wan Wah lands one of a flurry of quick punches but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:19) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 03:02) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Lyman steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Wan Wah manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Lyman throws a two-punch combo but Wan Wah avoids both. (Rd 2 - 02:04) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 2 - 01:39) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Wan Wah scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Lyman finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Lyman lands a left jab and a right cross. Wan Wah goes to the legs with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Lyman comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Wan Wah hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Lyman throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Lyman misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Wan Wah to attack with a left jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target. (Rd 2 - 00:22) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (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 Lyman 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Lyman is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Wan Wah hits a left cross. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Lyman scores with a jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 3 - 04:33) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Wan Wah misses with a big right hand, allowing Lyman to counter with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:07) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Lyman hits a left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Wan Wah uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 3 - 03:56) Taking a few gulps of breath, Lyman is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 03:42) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Lyman checks a leg kick and counters with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Wan Wah pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Lyman misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a high kick that misses. (Rd 3 - 03:09) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Lyman lands a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Wan Wah hits a left jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Wan Wah is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 02:52) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Lyman slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Lyman closes in on Wan Wah, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Lyman uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:14) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Lyman counters a leg kick with a quick left hook. (Rd 3 - 01:52) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Lyman hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Wan Wah misses a jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Lyman doesn't connect with a brace of jabs but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Wan Wah lands a left jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 3 - 01:06) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Lyman counters a leg kick with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Wan Wah is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Lyman scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Lyman lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Wan Wah is off target with a left jab but hits a glancing high kick. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Blood is visible on Lyman, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Lyman misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wan Wah comes in with a quick left jab and a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Lyman came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Wan Wah needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Lyman is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:48) Wan Wah wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Lyman throws a punch but Wan Wah was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 04:44) With a clear opportunity, Wan Wah is able to move in fast and clinch with Lyman. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Wan Wah is trying to lock Lyman into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:37) He gets it, and now has Lyman in trouble. (Rd 4 - 04:23) From the Muay Thai clinch, Lyman eats a knee to the side of the ribs. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Lyman blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:33) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Wan Wah scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Lyman tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 4 - 02:50) From the clinch, Lyman gets caught with a knee to the chest. (Rd 4 - 02:36) Wan Wah keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike. (Rd 4 - 02:14) Wan Wah breaks his grip and steps back to consider a new strategy. (Rd 4 - 01:55) It looked like we were about to see Wan Wah try and get some grappling started, but Lyman was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 01:55) Lyman can't connect with a jab, but then hits Wan Wah with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Lyman is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 01:40) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Lyman shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Lyman doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:19) Lyman hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:58) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 00:26) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 00:26) Wan Wah slips past a right hook and counters with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 00:03) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of 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 Wan Wah. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Wan Wah winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The red marks on the body of Lyman show clearly how many blows to the ribs he has taken tonight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 5 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:51) Lyman misses a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:51) Wan Wah lands a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 04:38) Limping quite noticeably, Lyman is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 5 - 04:29) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Lyman uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Wan Wah uses a left jab and also scores with a stinging right high kick. (Rd 5 - 04:15) Lyman backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow! (Rd 5 - 04:15) Wan Wah is looking to get Lyman in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:15) Wan Wah manages it and now controls Lyman by the back of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:59) Using the clinch, Wan Wah hits a knee to the ribs of Lyman. (Rd 5 - 03:41) Lyman blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:18) Using the clinch, Wan Wah blasts Lyman with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest. (Rd 5 - 03:01) Wan Wah misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:38) From the clinch, Wan Wah drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Wan Wah finally loses his grip and the clinch is broken. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Wan Wah is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Lyman looks very tired out there, I think he is deep into his gas tank now. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Lyman limps pretty heavily as he circles around. (Rd 5 - 02:12) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 02:12) Lyman misses with a big right hand, allowing Wan Wah to counter with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Wan Wah is looking to get Lyman in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Lyman can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 5 - 01:43) Using the clinch, Wan Wah hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it. (Rd 5 - 01:32) Wan Wah misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:04) Using the clinch, Wan Wah blasts Lyman with a powerful knee to the cheek! Lyman is knocked out! (Rd 5 - 00:53) By knock out, the winner is Chan Wan Wah! Official Result: Chan Wan Wah defeats Lucky Lyman (Knock Out (Knee) in 4:07 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Chan Wan Wah thanks everyone connected to Tai Sheng Men Society 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 repeats his challenge to Colm Dee. "You're ducking me because you known you can't beat me." CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Francesco Marazzina (23-9, 1-0 CTC, From: Torino, Italy, Favorite: -610) vs. "The Archer" Ivan Bokhour (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Indianapolis, Indiana, Underdog: +480) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Francesco Marazzina squaring off with 'The Archer' Ivan Bokhour. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Bokhour steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Bokhour lands two left hands and then catches Marazzina with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Bokhour moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:23) It looked like we were about to see Marazzina try and get some grappling started, but Bokhour was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Bokhour can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Bokhour hits a left jab and then catches Marazzina with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Marazzina appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Bokhour took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Bokhour connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Bokhour hits a left jab and then hits Marazzina with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Bokhour steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Marazzina appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Bokhour took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Bokhour connects with a nice jab and then hits Marazzina with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Bokhour confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Marazzina looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Bokhour simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Bokhour can't connect with a jab, but then hits Marazzina with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Marazzina appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Bokhour took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Bokhour can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) A jab is wide from Bokhour, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Marazzina may have been aiming to get in close, but Bokhour aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Bokhour fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Bokhour connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Bokhour can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Marazzina with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 1 - 01:31) Marazzina wobbles, then falls! (Rd 1 - 01:26) Bokhour knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Marazzina, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 01:26) Bokhour fires away and Marazzina is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 1 - 01:26) Referee Kyle Crisp is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 01:12) Ivan Bokhour takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: 'The Archer' Ivan Bokhour defeats Francesco Marazzina (TKO (Strikes) in 3:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ivan Bokhour thanks everyone connected to Shark Tank for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says it's difficult to get fights as everyone is scared of him, but if he gets his way it would be Heiko Pander who he'd fight, and beat, next. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Yoshiro Makamori (12-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. James "Buster" Busfield (10-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Twin Falls, Idaho, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Yoshiro Makamori battles James 'Buster' Busfield. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Makamori slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a hook to the body that fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Busfield moves in on Makamori, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:29) A jab is wide from Busfield, but then he hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:01) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Busfield is well off target with a head kick and gets punished with a quick left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:49) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Busfield confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Makamori, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Busfield fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Makamori with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:59) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Busfield lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. Makamori lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Busfield moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:42) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Makamori, but Busfield was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Busfield doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo. (Rd 1 - 02:18) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Makamori shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Makamori has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:54) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Makamori counters a leg kick with a pair of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:23) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Busfield counters a body shot with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:05) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Makamori misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Busfield to attack with a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Makamori misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Busfield comes in with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Busfield confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Makamori may have been setting up to shoot, but Busfield aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Busfield hits a left jab and then hits Makamori with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Showing great speed, Makamori shoots in on Busfield. (Rd 1 - 00:08) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Busfield is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on 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 round goes to Busfield, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:54) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Busfield throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Makamori defended them all. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Seizing the opportunity, Makamori shoots. (Rd 2 - 04:05) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Busfield is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Makamori seems to be trying to loosen the guard in an attempt to create a leglock opportunity. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Busfield stops Makamori from applying it by keeping him tightly in guard. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Makamori fires away with elbows but Busfield doesn't take much damage. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Makamori attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Busfield can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Makamori at half guard. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Makamori keeps Busfield guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Makamori attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 2 - 02:17) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Makamori tries to grab a leg to prepare Busfield for a kneebar. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Busfield stops Makamori from hooking a leg. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Makamori attempts to kimura Busfield from side control. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Makamori gets a kimura, he twists the arm backwards at a painful angle! (Rd 2 - 00:45) Out of the blue, Busfield pops his arm free! Makamori must not have had it locked in as tight as it looked. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Busfield is still under side control though and so the threat of more submission attempts remains. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Makamori unleashes three vicious looking elbows, although none of them land cleanly. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Makamori throws some elbows and Busfield struggles to deal with them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Makamori, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Makamori looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Busfield misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a spin kick attempt. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Makamori takes the chance and shoots on Busfield. (Rd 3 - 03:59) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Busfield pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Makamori looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 3 - 03:49) He eventually passes, but only into half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Makamori looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Makamori gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Makamori attempts a kimura. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Makamori gets the kimura fully applied and Busfield has to tap out! (Rd 3 - 01:17) The winner, by submission, is Yoshiro Makamori! Official Result: Yoshiro Makamori defeats James 'Buster' Busfield (Submission (Kimura) in 3:43 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Yoshiro Makamori praises his team at Tiger Claw Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Naming a local club, Yoshiro Makamori invites everyone along to his post-show winner's party to celebrate with him. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Snorri Gunnarsson (25-6-1NC, 1-0 CTC, From: Reykjavik, Iceland, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jan "Thunderbolt" Ilic (6-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Warszawa, Poland, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Snorri Gunnarsson facing Jan 'Thunderbolt' Ilic. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Gunnarsson misses with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Ilic is off target with a left jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:34) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:34) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Gunnarsson doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Ilic has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Gunnarsson shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:19) The takedown is successful, Ilic pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Gunnarsson looks to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:07) He manages to pass, but only to half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Gunnarsson pounds away and Ilic is in serious trouble! (Rd 1 - 03:05) In half guard, Gunnarsson begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Gunnarsson is too skilled for Ilic, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Everything Ilic is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Gunnarsson, which is probably the best he can hope for. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Gunnarsson tries to lock Ilic in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Ilic blocks it. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Gunnarsson attempts an armbar. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Ilic defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Gunnarsson tries to lock Ilic in an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Ilic blocks it. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Gunnarsson begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Gunnarsson takes the back instead, Ilic rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Gunnarsson tries to finish Ilic off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:21) The rear naked choke is in deep, but Ilic only has to survive a few seconds before 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 Gunnarsson. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Gunnarsson, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Ilic misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Gunnarsson misses with a big right hand, allowing Ilic to counter with a quick left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Ilic throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Gunnarsson seizes the chance and grabs Ilic into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Gunnarsson has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:56) He lifts his opponent and suplexes him to the ground! Ilic pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Gunnarsson attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Gunnarsson attempts to armbar Ilic from side control. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Ilic defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Gunnarsson tries to lock Ilic in an arm triangle. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Ilic blocks it. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Gunnarsson begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Ilic rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Ilic is in huge trouble now, as Gunnarsson successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Gunnarsson fires away with punches and Ilic takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 2 - 01:03) With both hooks in, Gunnarsson tries to flatten Ilic out for the rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Ilic gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap! (Rd 2 - 00:33) By submission, the winner is Snorri Gunnarsson! Official Result: Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Jan 'Thunderbolt' Ilic (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:27 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. 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 says that he is really happy at the submission win and that he has a lot of confidence in his choke holds. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (15-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Trenton, New Jersey, Favorite: -1200) vs. Bobby Castillo (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Aguascalientes, Mexico, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan squares off with Bobby Castillo in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Gaffigan lets Castillo step in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Gaffigan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Moving forward, Castillo looks to strike. Gaffigan stands ready. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Castillo scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Gaffigan hits three out of a flurry of four punches and then lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:33) There is now a noticeable gash above the hairline of Gaffigan where a strike must have cut him. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Gaffigan lets Castillo step in, ready to counter. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Castillo scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Gaffigan lands with a quick punch and then launches a stiff head kick that finds its mark! (Rd 1 - 03:53) Castillo wobbles, then falls! (Rd 1 - 03:53) Gaffigan starts pounding away on Castillo, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 03:53) Gaffigan pounds away with rights, Castillo is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 1 - 03:53) Referee Harry A. Bierce is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 03:33) The winner, by TKO, is Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan! Official Result: Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan defeats Bobby Castillo (TKO (Strikes) in 1:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Sammy Gaffigan gives a name-check to everyone at Shark Tank, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Sammy Gaffigan is good in these interviews and really knows how to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Philip "Kid" Ziskie (23-2-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. Ward "Dizzy" Maloprop (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Davenport, Iowa, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Philip 'Kid' Ziskie faces Ward 'Dizzy' Maloprop in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Donald Coward. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Maloprop ignores the offer of a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Ziskie may have been setting up to shoot, but Maloprop aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Maloprop can't connect with a jab, but then hits Ziskie with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Ziskie appeared to be going for a takedown, but Maloprop took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Maloprop throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 04:31) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Ziskie, but Maloprop was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Maloprop moves in behind four quick punches, two of them finding a home, but Ziskie avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Ziskie looked like he was going to shoot, but Maloprop simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Maloprop lands three of five quick punches and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Ziskie looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Maloprop throws a wide hook to the body but Ziskie avoids it. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Ziskie takes the chance and shoots on Maloprop. (Rd 1 - 03:28) The takedown is completed, Maloprop is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Ziskie tries to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Maloprop can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Ziskie throws a few left hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Ziskie attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Ziskie passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Maloprop starts scrambling. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Maloprop mistakenly leaves his back exposed and Ziskie seizes the chance to take it! (Rd 1 - 01:11) Ziskie tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Ziskie flattens Maloprop out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 00:34) Philip Ziskie takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Philip 'Kid' Ziskie defeats Ward 'Dizzy' Maloprop (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:26 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Philip Ziskie gives a name-check to everyone at Halvorsen's, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Philip Ziskie says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Ward Maloprop. Philip Ziskie is the whole package, a charismatic talker with looks to match, he has real superstar quality in this sort of setting. Attendance: 354 Gate Reciepts: $33,276 Sponsorship: $26,116 Ad Revenue: $881,099 Merchandise: $4,232 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $100,588) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Philip Ziskie $31,258 Ward Maloprop $11,476 FotN: Both: $10,000 Sammy Gaffigan $6,796 Bobby Castillo $1,598 Snorri Gunnarsson $6,098 Jan Ilic $1,598 Yoshiro Makamori $9,530 James Busfield $1,598 SotN: Makamori: $5,000 Ivan Bokhour $2,614 Francesco Marazzina $2,952 Chan Wan Wah $2,614 Lucky Lyman $1,722 Ikeda Kenkichio $12,440 Pat Troy $1,765 KotN: Kenkichio: $5,000 Perf: Kenkichio: $5,000 Alvaro Negredo $4,009 Cong Dun $2,520 Drug Testing: $8,400 Production: $21,585 Profit: $814,150 Critical Rating: 75% Commercial Rating: 59% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +2.5% 92.5% (High Level Regional) USA +3.6% 88.4% (High Level Regional) UK +2.4% 85.8% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.5% 79.4% (High Level Regional) Australia +1.5% 79.0% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.0% 91.7% (High Level Regional) Asia +1.5% 79.4% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.2% 62.9% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +1.8% 77.5% (High Level Regional) South America +2.4% 86.2% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.0% 72.7% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.3% 55.0% (Mid Level Regional) News - Cong Dun announced his retirement to the crowd following his loss to Alvaro Negredo. He retires from the sport with a professional record of 13-8, with a promotional record of 0-2 with CTC, including a second round submission loss to Teruaki Ogi at Canadian Tournament Combat 29, and a second round knock out loss to Alvaro Negredo at Canadian Tournament Combat 63. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Ward Maloprop, Bobby Castillo, Jan Ilic, James Busfield, Francesco Marazzina, Lucky Lyman, and Pat Troy. - CTC Super Heavyweight fighter Jutaro Honma has been seen training at Snake Temple as he prepares for his CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round fight against MA Parker. He will likely not be with the camp long term, but is just trying out some new training methods. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 12, 2023 Author Share Posted August 12, 2023 Saturday, Week 1, November 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Little Dragon" Li-Kong Ho (22-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -850) vs. Freddy "The Ax" Lomax (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +670) Li-Kong Ho is one of the most popular fighters in Asia and a cult hero in his home country 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 thus far have been his two defeats, both times after getting overwhelmed by Tomohiro Takeuchi in KDM FC title bouts. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Taizoh Chung Man in the second round of the tournament. Freddy Lomax is a young British prospect, a versatile fighter who is competent in 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. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Ronaldo Freitas in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Swithens Corcoran (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #100, Underdog: +710) vs. "Lightning" Lamont Banner (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -900) 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 too. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Marco Bernacci in the second round of the tournament. Lam#ont Banner is a youngster that comes into MMA with an enormous amount of hype behind him. The son of 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 to anyone. He took his first steps toward greatness when he joined XCC in April 2001. He is coming off a 31 second TKO victory over Ned Butterfield in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Scorching" Shuler Eigenberg (13-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -310) vs. Wallace "All Night Long" Everett (10-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Underdog: +240) Shular 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 then 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 first round TKO victory over Aidan McHugh in the second round of the tournament. Wallace Everett 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 beginning of the first. His wrestling and ground game are improving over time, and if he is handled correctly he could become a contender. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Jefferson "The Hitman" Mndawe (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Underdog: +480) vs. Foggy Lee (11-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -610) Jefferson Mndawe is one of the few African fighters around, who is a good kick boxer 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. Seeking better competition, Mndawe moved to England and now resides in London. He won by second round TKO over Joshua Goldberg in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round knock out over Fernando Peragon in the second round of the tournament. Foggy Lee is a young Featherweight from Canada, a bit of an all-rounder, his striking game is competent, albeit based on a high volume of small punches rather than possessing any power, and he is surprisingly adept on the ground given that he is entirely self-taught in this area. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Milovan Ajetovic in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Kenji "Star" Akita (15-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Hot Chocolate" Brian Berkley (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +950) Kenji Akita is a flamboyant 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 stand-up and submissions, his weakest areas, seem to improve from fight to fight. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Jurg Lewandowski in the first round of the tournament. Brian Berkley came to MMA after a fairly successful career as a college level amateur wrestler. Known for his unending cardio and all-attack mentality, the Californian could go on the be a big name in the sport. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Jackson Gray in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: David James Diggle (12-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -580) vs. Ryota "Ronin" Sugimoto (10-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Underdog: +460) David James Diggle is one of the fastest rising Featherweight fighters in the world, a Muay Thai competitor who is noted for his ability to obliterate people from the clinch with elbows and knees. A highly technical striker, his 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 is coming off a first round knock out victory over Guilherme de Barros in the first round of the tournament. Ryota Sugimoto is short, and squat, and 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. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Naruhiko Yonai in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Rafael "Slick" Tavares (16-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -320) vs. Alejandro "Lobo" Laguera (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Underdog: +250) Rafael Tavares is a well-rounded competitor who mixes very good BJJ skills with a striking game that is very 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 dangerous fighter who can hang with the best. A regular with XCC, his relatively poor win-loss record is a result of only competing against top-tier talent and is not a reflection of his true skill level. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Noah Smithee in the second round of the tournament. Alejandro Laguera is a potential future star at Featherweight, and 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 instant impact, knocking out Jimmy Schott in under two minutes. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Saul Cervantes in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Kid Britain" Manish Khan (12-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -800) vs. Reza Afshar (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Underdog: +630) Manish Khan excelled in England's amateur boxing ranks, and moved 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 coming off a 53 second TKO victory over Hetcher Durante in the second round of the tournament. Reza Afshar is from Abu Dhabi, and 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 rankings before long. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Marvin Crews in the second round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Li-Kong Ho (145 lbs) vs. Freddy Lomax (145 lbs) Swithens Corcoran (145 lbs) vs. Lamont Banner (145 lbs) Shuler Eigenberg (145 lbs) vs. Wallace Everett (145 lbs) Jefferson Mndawe (145 lbs) vs. Foggy Lee (145 lbs) Kenji Akita (145 lbs) vs. Brian Berkley (145 lbs) David James Diggle (145 lbs) vs. Ryota Sugimoto (145 lbs) Rafael Tavares (145 lbs) vs. Alejandro Laguera (145 lbs) Manish Khan (145 lbs) vs. Reza Afshar (145 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 64 Full Fight Card FW: Li-Kong Ho vs. Freddy Lomax FW: Swithens Corcoran vs. Lamont Banner FW: Shuler Eigenberg vs. Wallace Everett FW: Jefferson Mndawe vs. Foggy Lee FW: Kenji Akita vs. Brian Berkley FW: David James Diggle vs. Ryota Sugimoto FW: Rafael Tavares vs. Alejandro Laguera FW: Manish Khan vs. Reza Afshar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 12, 2023 Author Share Posted August 12, 2023 Saturday, Week 1, November 2002 Live From Drummondville, Quebec MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Kid Britain" Manish Khan (12-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Sheffield, England, Favorite: -800) vs. Reza Afshar (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Underdog: +630) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan going head to head with Reza Afshar. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Khan lets Afshar step in, ready to counter. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Khan scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Afshar hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:30) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Khan lets Afshar step in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Afshar hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Khan uses a left jab and also lands cleanly with a powerful straight right! (Rd 1 - 03:55) Afshar is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 03:55) Khan quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Afshar! (Rd 1 - 03:55) Khan unloads with massive right hands and Afshar is getting destroyed! (Rd 1 - 03:55) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and saves Afshar from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 03:37) The winner, by TKO, is 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan! Official Result: 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan defeats Reza Afshar (TKO (Strikes) in 1:23 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. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Rafael "Slick" Tavares (16-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -320) vs. Alejandro "Lobo" Laguera (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Underdog: +250) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Rafael 'Slick' Tavares faces Alejandro 'Lobo' Laguera. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Tavares may have weighed in the same as Laguera 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 - 04:53) Laguera closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Laguera lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Tavares appeared to be going for a takedown, but Laguera took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Laguera lands a left hand and then hits Tavares with a powerful right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Laguera lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Laguera connects with a jab, but Tavares avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Tavares comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:43) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Laguera has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:37) In guard, Tavares begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Tavares gets past, but Laguera stops him at half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:52) In half guard, Tavares begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Tavares is too skilled for Laguera, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Working patiently, Tavares tries to ensnare Laguera in a D'Arce choke. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Tavares sinks the D'Arce choke in fully...Laguera has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 01:11) The winner, by submission, is Rafael 'Slick' Tavares! Official Result: Rafael 'Slick' Tavares defeats Alejandro 'Lobo' Laguera (Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 3:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. 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. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. David James Diggle (12-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Cleveland, Ohio, Favorite: -580) vs. Ryota "Ronin" Sugimoto (10-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +460) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, David James Diggle takes on Ryota 'Ronin' Sugimoto. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Diggle closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Sugimoto lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Diggle lands a jab and then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Sugimoto is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 04:35) Diggle senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 04:35) Diggle pounds away on Sugimoto, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 1 - 04:35) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 04:19) David James Diggle takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: David James Diggle defeats Ryota 'Ronin' Sugimoto (TKO (Strikes) in 0:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: David James Diggle thanks everyone connected to Halvorsen's for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. David James Diggle boasts about his undefeated streak. David James Diggle can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Kenji "Star" Akita (15-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Hot Chocolate" Brian Berkley (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Kenji 'Star' Akita battles 'Hot Chocolate' Brian Berkley. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Berkley looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) A jab is wide from Akita, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Berkley may have been setting up to shoot, but Akita aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Akita can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:14) There's a takedown attempt from Berkley. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Akita sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Akita uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:49) The takedown is completed, Akita gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Akita tries to lock Berkley into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Berkley gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 03:09) The winner, by submission; Kenji Akita! Official Result: Kenji 'Star' Akita defeats 'Hot Chocolate' Brian Berkley (Submission (Kimura) in 1:51 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Kenji Akita gives a name-check to everyone at Top Team Japan, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he has Tomohiro Takeuchi in his sights as his next victim. A charismatic talker with the looks to match, Kenji Akita has real star power. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Jefferson "The Hitman" Mndawe (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Lagos, Nigeria, Underdog: +480) vs. Foggy Lee (11-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Sherbrooke, Quebec, Favorite: -610) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Jefferson 'The Hitman' Mndawe battles Foggy Lee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Lee gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Lee counters a right hand with two jabs that are followed by a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Mndawe looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Mndawe lands with a quick punch and then lands a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Lee punches in bunches with five rapid strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:08) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 03:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Displaying his quick hands, Lee lands four quick punches. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Mndawe scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Mndawe finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Lee lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Lee manages to connect with only one punch out of a flurry but only finds gloves with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Mndawe hits a jab and also lands a spin kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 02:12) With Mndawe bleeding, referee Harry A. Bierce pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 02:12) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 1 - 02:12) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 1 - 02:05) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Mndawe misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 01:35) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Mndawe scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Lee manages to connect with four punches out of a flurry but misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:09) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Mndawe misses with a big right hand, allowing Lee to counter with a quick left jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:51) There's a takedown attempt from Lee. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The takedown is successful, Mndawe pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Lee fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Lee tries to pound on Mndawe, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Lee throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Lee, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Lee, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:53) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Lee quickly throws five punches and four of them land but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Mndawe misses with a flurry of three quick punches but lands a nice high roundhouse kick. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Mndawe sees that Lee is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Lee just covers up, leaning on the cage, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds! (Rd 2 - 04:16) Lee eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright! (Rd 2 - 04:09) Mndawe tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but Lee avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Lee manages to clear his head and circle away from the cage, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Lee shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Mndawe gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Lee attempts to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) He passes to half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Lee punches down at Mndawe, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Lee fires away with punches and Mndawe takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 2 - 02:36) Lee pounds away on Mndawe but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Lee looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Lee gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Lee looks to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 01:22) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Mndawe rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Mndawe prevents Lee from applying a body triangle. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Mndawe attempts to turn over. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Mndawe turns Lee over and escapes his grip, and they both scramble back to their feet. (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 Lee, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Lee is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:53) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:53) Mndawe misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Mndawe lands a left hand and then catches Lee with a hard low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Mndawe doesn't land any of the three strikes he threw at Lee. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Mndawe scores with a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Lee uses a pair of left jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:31) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:31) Mndawe misses with a big right hand, allowing Lee to counter with a few quick jabs that are followed by a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Lee chooses to shoot in on Mndawe. (Rd 3 - 03:07) The takedown is successful, Mndawe pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:07) That's three takedowns from three attempts for Lee. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Lee begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Mndawe can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Lee attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 3 - 01:59) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Mndawe is defending with tenacity, he is frustrating Lee and making him work hard. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Lee tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Lee takes the back instead, Mndawe rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Lee pounds away, Mndawe is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (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) That round goes to Lee, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Mndawe, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:47) Mndawe moves in on Lee, preparing to throw. (Rd 4 - 04:47) A pair of tentative jabs from Lee land, but have zero effect. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Mndawe doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 4 - 04:29) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 4 - 04:11) Taking a few gulps of breath, Lee is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 04:04) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Mndawe confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Lee may have been setting up to shoot, but Mndawe aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 03:27) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Mndawe. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Even worse, Lee manages to catch the last kick! (Rd 4 - 03:22) Lee tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:22) Mndawe cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 03:15) In guard, Lee begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 4 - 03:15) He may have been passed, but Mndawe is making Lee work very hard on the ground for position. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Lee looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Lee gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Everything Mndawe is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Lee, which is probably the best he can hope for. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Lee attempts a kimura. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Lee gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Mndawe has to tap! (Rd 4 - 00:57) Foggy Lee takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Foggy Lee defeats Jefferson 'The Hitman' Mndawe (Submission (Kimura) in 4:03 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Foggy Lee praises his team at Montreal Fight Sciences, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Showing respect, Foggy Lee praises Mndawe for his strength and toughness. Foggy Lee has a lot of natural charisma, and that shines in these sort of settings. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Scorching" Shuler Eigenberg (13-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Jerusalem, Israel, Favorite: -310) vs. Wallace "All Night Long" Everett (10-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +240) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Scorching' Shuler Eigenberg vs. Wallace 'All Night Long' Everett. (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, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Everett comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Eigenberg manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Attacking with intent, Everett scores with two out of a flurry of three punches but Eigenberg evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:32) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Everett comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Eigenberg scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Everett connects with a nice jab and then he hits Eigenberg with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:45) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 03:07) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:33) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:08) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Everett attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Eigenberg lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Everett can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Everett lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Eigenberg hits a pair of jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Eigenberg appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 01:08) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Everett rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward. (Rd 1 - 00:36) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Everett tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Eigenberg has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) A superb round of action there, and the fans are all on their feet now. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Everett came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Eigenberg. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Everett doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Eigenberg doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Everett comes forward. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Eigenberg lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:30) A one-two from Everett fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Everett forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Eigenberg manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:10) A jab hits home from Everett and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Everett attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Eigenberg hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Everett lands two of three quick punches but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Everett steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Eigenberg hit a counter left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Everett can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:01) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Everett attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Eigenberg hit a counter left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Everett throws a two-punch combo but Eigenberg avoids both. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Everett comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Eigenberg hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:21) A jab lands from Everett but Eigenberg evades a big right to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Everett comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Eigenberg scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Two left hands land from Everett, but Eigenberg avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 01:33) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Everett comes forward, walking down Eigenberg. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Eigenberg misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Everett throws a one-two, but Eigenberg was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Everett comes forward. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Everett moves into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Everett lands a jab and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:32) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Eigenberg misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Eigenberg warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Everett lands three of three quick punches and then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 00:16) Eigenberg hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 2 - 00:03) Everett starts pounding away on Eigenberg, looking to finish him off! (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Everett, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Everett up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Everett slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Everett slips past a right hook and counters with a good right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Attacking with a quick flurry, Everett lands three punches and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 03:44) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 3 - 03:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Everett avoids a right hand to the body and counters with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 3 - 02:54) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Eigenberg misses with a big right hand, allowing Everett to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 02:38) Everett lands a jab and then catches Eigenberg with a right hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Everett is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 02:22) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:22) Eigenberg misses with a big right hand, allowing Everett to counter with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:22) Everett winces after landing that last punch, he may have damaged his hand. (Rd 3 - 02:22) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon his chances of winning. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Eigenberg misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 01:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:26) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Everett is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Eigenberg is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:12) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:12) Everett avoids a right hand to the body and counters with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Everett slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 00:25) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Eigenberg misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Everett attacks with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Standing and trading is not working for Eigenberg, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck. (Rd 3 - 00:09) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Everett misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hook to the side of the body. (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 Everett, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Eigenberg will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 4 Quote Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:48) Everett comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:48) A jab lands from Everett, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Eigenberg lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Everett lands a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Everett doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Eigenberg is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:38) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 4 - 03:17) Everett throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Everett is off-target with a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Eigenberg misses a couple of jabs and also fails on a hook attempt to the body. (Rd 4 - 02:34) Eigenberg is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Eigenberg counters a right hand with a left jab and a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Everett lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Eigenberg lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 4 - 01:49) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 4 - 01:13) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:13) Eigenberg scores with a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:13) Everett lands a one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Everett doesn't connect with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Eigenberg misses a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 00:23) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Everett is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Eigenberg hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Eigenberg starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Everett just about edged it. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Eigenberg 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) Bleeding, Eigenberg is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:49) Eigenberg misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Everett to attack with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Everett hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Eigenberg lands a one-two. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Everett dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:54) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Eigenberg is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 5 - 03:54) Everett 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 - 03:40) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Everett misses with a big right hand, allowing Eigenberg to counter with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 5 - 03:18) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:18) Everett dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice left hand. (Rd 5 - 02:58) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Eigenberg misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Everett comes in with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 5 - 02:49) Breathing very hard, Eigenberg is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 02:49) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:49) Eigenberg tries to take Everett down. (Rd 5 - 02:49) Eigenberg can't get the takedown as Everett wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 5 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Wanting to take it to the ground, Everett attempts to drag Eigenberg down into his guard. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Eigenberg cannot prevent it, and is sucked into the guard. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Eigenberg blocks Everett as he tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Eigenberg punches down at Everett, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 01:34) Eigenberg pounds away, but Everett isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:34) Everett loses his guard while defending the strikes, and Eigenberg is left standing in front of him. (Rd 5 - 01:18) Everett is allowed to stand back up, Eigenberg simply stepped away. (Rd 5 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:57) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:57) Everett finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Eigenberg hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 5 - 00:37) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 5 - 00:28) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Eigenberg attempts to wrestle Everett to the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Eigenberg doesn't get it, Everett blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Eigenberg looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Eigenberg can't get the takedown as Everett wrestles his way into a dominant position. (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 Everett. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Benjamin Milligan III), 49-46 (Millhouse Twain) and 48-47 (Marianne Froth). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Wallace 'All Night Long' Everett is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Wallace 'All Night Long' Everett defeats 'Scorching' Shuler Eigenberg (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Wallace Everett gives a name-check to everyone at Halvorsen's, 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 Swithens Corcoran would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Swithens Corcoran (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +710) vs. "Lightning" Lamont Banner (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Columbus, Ohio, Favorite: -900) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Swithens Corcoran goes up against 'Lightning' Lamont Banner in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Corcoran falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Banner counters a right hand with a jab and a powerful right hook to the body! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Corcoran collapses to the ground! That shot has ended the fight! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Lamont Banner takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: 'Lightning' Lamont Banner defeats Swithens Corcoran (TKO in 0:15 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 is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Little Dragon" Li-Kong Ho (22-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -850) vs. Freddy "The Ax" Lomax (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Warwickshire, England, Underdog: +670) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Little Dragon' Li-Kong Ho squares off with Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Ho warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Lomax connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Lomax uses a left jab, but Ho steps back to avoid a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Lomax lands a left jab, but Ho avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:00) A jab is wide from Lomax, but then he hits Ho with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Lomax connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Ho looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Lomax lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:00) A jab hits home from Lomax and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Lomax moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Ho lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 02:39) A jab is wide from Lomax, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Ho. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Lomax lands a left hand and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Lomax connects with a nice jab and then catches Ho with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Lomax hits a left jab and then catches Ho with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Lomax throws a punch but Ho avoids it. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Seizing the opportunity, Ho clinches. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Ho is looking to wrestle Lomax to the ground. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Lomax cannot stop being taken over with a belly-to-belly, he can only pull half guard! (Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Ho punches down at Lomax, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:33) In half guard, Ho begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Lomax tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 00:20) As they scramble, Ho sees an opportunity and dives for a leg. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Lomax avoids the threat of a leg lock and ends up pushing down on Ho who is facing him in turtle position. (Rd 1 - 00:20) That was a big error from Ho, going for the leg has ended up handing the advantage to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Lomax, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Ho is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Lomax comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:50) A flurry of three punches from Lomax see them all connect and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Lomax closes in on Ho, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Ho had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Lomax can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Lomax throws a punch but Ho was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Ho seizes the chance and grabs Lomax into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Ho is trying to push Lomax so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Lomax out-wrestles him though. (Rd 2 - 03:35) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Lomax is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Lomax confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Ho may have been aiming to get in close, but Lomax aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Showing good hand speed, Lomax lands a flurry of three punches but Ho avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Lomax comes in fast with three quick punches, landing one of them, and then catches Ho with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Lomax lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Ho appeared to be going for a takedown, but Lomax took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Lomax fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Ho is bleeding above his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Lomax can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Ho comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Ho gets a single leg takedown! Lomax pulls guard off it. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Ho throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Ho looks to get past the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Ho passes guard, but Lomax was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Lomax leaves his neck exposed as they scramble, and Ho immediately tries to grab a guillotine. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Lomax get free almost immediately, leaving Ho pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Lomax keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Ho grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Lomax into a triangle choke. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Lomax blocks the triangle attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Lomax took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Lomax up 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Ho. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:48) There's a takedown attempt from Ho. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Ho couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Lomax hops in place on the other. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Ho uses the position to drive Lomax up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Ho has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Lomax down. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Ho sweeps the legs and takes Lomax down, hard. (Rd 3 - 04:35) The takedown leaves Lomax seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Ho tries to improve his position. (Rd 3 - 04:21) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Lomax! (Rd 3 - 03:49) Ho tries to lock Lomax in an armbar. (Rd 3 - 03:49) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Lomax has to tap out! (Rd 3 - 03:17) By submission, the winner is Li-Kong Ho! Official Result: 'Little Dragon' Li-Kong Ho defeats Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax (Submission (Armbar) in 1:43 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Li-Kong Ho praises his team at Dojo of Zui Quan, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Looking at a replay of the finish, Li-Kong Ho says that he is happy that all the submission training paid off. Attendance: 317 Gate Reciepts: $29,798 Sponsorship: $27,172 Ad Revenue: $600,916 Merchandise: $4,450 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $106,724) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Li-Kong Ho $27,425 Freddy Lomax $11,968 FotN: Both: $10,000 Lamont Banner $12,318 Swithens Corcoran $1,968 Perf: Banner: $5,000 Wallace Everett $2,440 Shuler Eigenberg $2,706 Foggy Lee $2,440 Jefferson Mndawe $2,017 Kenji Akita $4,530 Brian Berkley $135 David James Diggle $14,879 Ryota Sugimoto $1,722 KotN: Diggle: $5,000 Perf: Diggle: $5,000 Rafael Tavares $14,182 Alejandro Laguera $2,090 SotN: Tavares: $5,000 Perf: Tavares: $5,000 Manish Khan $4,182 Reza Afshar $1,722 Drug Testing: $8,400 Production: $20,947 Profit: $526,265 Critical Rating: 78% Commercial Rating: 55% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +0.5% 93.0% (High Level Regional) USA +1.6% 90.0% (High Level Regional) UK +1.2% 87.0% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.0% 80.4% (High Level Regional) Australia +0.8% 79.8% (High Level Regional) Japan +0.4% 92.1% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.0% 81.4% (High Level Regional) Russia +0.9% 63.8% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +1.2% 78.7% (High Level Regional) South America +1.2% 87.4% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.9% 73.6% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.0% 56.0% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 61, and Jake Keane tested positive for recreational drugs. He held a candid interview with Blurcat and apologized to all his fans, taking full responsibility for the failed test, and promising to come back clean and better than ever. He has been suspended for a year by the athletic commission, and his victory over Harald Hubner has been converted to a No Contest. He has been released by CTC. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 62, and all fighters tested clean. - Wallace Everett suffered broken fingers during his victory over Shuler Eigenberg, and will miss two and a half weeks of training. This should not impact his ability to continue in the tournament. - It is announced that Canadian veteran Nicholas Bretton will re-enter the tournament in Keane's place. Bretton lost a close Unanimous Decision to Glen Siemaszko at Canadian TOurnament Combat 60. He will face Tarcisio Dantas in the fourth round. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Freddy Lomax, Swithens Corcoran, Shuler Eigenberg, Jefferson Mndawe, Brian Berkley, Ryota Sugimoto, Alejandro Laguera, and Reza Afshar. - CTC Lightweight fighter Bud Brockett has left American Cage Fighters. Brockett commented that despite enjoying success since being with the team, it was always meant to be a short term arrangement, and that he is keen to keep his training methods fresh by looking elsewhere. Brockett was recently spotted training at Mean Machines, and is not expected to remain there long-term either, but instead is continuing to look to freshen up his training methods. - CTC Womens Flyweight fighter Leslie Myers has joined Femme Fatale Fighting, and says she will be training there from now on, expecting it to be her long-term base of operations. She is hoping the team will help her improve her ground game. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows GAMMA 51: Garner vs. Boone (Sunday, Week 1, November 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Paris Nelson vs. Norman Austin KO of the Night: Nelson Collins (vs. Chad Hudson) Submission of the Night: Toussnint Dube (vs. Eloy Fournier) South American Large Local Show (Monday, Week 2, November 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Lucas vs. Domingo de Vivanco KO of the Night: Davi Carlos Ramos (vs. Laerte Portinari) Submission of the Night: Lucas (vs. Domingo de Vivanco) Performance Bonus: Kleber Pereira (vs. Franco Ortiz) Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 13, 2023 Author Share Posted August 13, 2023 Friday, Week 2, November 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (23-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1200) vs. Ryan "Prime Time" Landingham (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, 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 isnt 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 (twice, to date) and Kenji Akita. He is coming off a fourth round submission victory over Hercules Zerbini in the second round of the tournament. Ryan Landingham is a submission fighter, who is 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 him getting takedowns can generally beat him up without too many problems. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Arturo Diaz in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Tropical Tornado" Azor Portela Nunes (25-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -290) vs. Gu "Sifu" Ueda (22-11, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Underdog: +230) Azor Portela Nunes is Venezuela's first professional MMA competitor, but he was actually trained in Brazil where he learned the art of 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 for XCC, where he is a mainstay of the Featherweight division. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Gonkuro Miyagi in the second round of the tournament. Gu Ueda is a veteran, and a dangerous opponent, a highly technical boxer who can take apart unsuspecting opponents with his flurries and combinations. What he has always lacked in a "plan B" for the 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 Eastern fighters to actively use heavy weight cutting to his advantage, and so could be considered ahead of his time. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Hovhannes Javakhyan in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Masahiro Maeno (21-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roger "Jumpin'" Bean (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +950) Masahiro Maeno is small for the Featherweight division that he actively competes in, and is a Japanese submission fighter who 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 him dropping down to Bantamweight, but for the time being he seems intent on his dream of unseating Tomohiro Takeuchi for the KDM FC Featherweight title. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Mark Lee in the second round of the tournament. 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. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Jimmy Schott in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Easton "Small" Frye (17-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -1200) vs. Elijah "Funeral" Pyre (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +950) Easton Frye is a highly decorated amateur wrestler, who uses his excellent grappling skills to control and wear down his opponents, often winning by simply dominating them for a Unanimous Decision from the judges. It's a simply 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 fourth round submission victory over Benoit LeMarche in the second round of the tournament. 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 just about any Featherweight all they can handle standing, it's unfortunate that his wrestling and ground game are so poor in comparison. Should he ever be able to address those flaws, he could be a real contender in the future. He is coming off a fourth round knock out victory over Baiko Asuhara in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Yagi Jokichi (12-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -630) vs. Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Underdog: +500) Yagi Jokichi is considered one of the elite in Karate circles, and is one of the most promising MMA Featherweights from Japan. A master of defensive fighting, his ability to pick apart opponents with counter-striking is going to cause a lot of problems. After putting together a perfect 10-0 record on local events, KDM FC signed him in April 2001. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Henry Zachary in the second round of the tournament. Nuno Valentino earned a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at just 18, and is something of a prodigy when it comes to the ground game. If he can build up his striking game to be 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 won his debut in strong style, tapping out Milovan Ajetovic. He is coming off a 51 second submission victory over Ian Linderman in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Colm "The Celtic Warrior" Dee (16-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Underdog: +250) vs. Hans Christian Bloch (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -320) 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 has been a regular in the SIGMA Featherweight division since day one. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Duey Rickert in the second round of the tournament. Hans Christian Bloch is a young Norwegian fighter, a very good catch wrestler who looks like he could become a force in the Featherweight rankings. Not a finesse fighter by any means, his 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 tough to escape. SIGMA signed him to a contract in late 1999. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Louie Sullivan in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Black Dog" Anthony Ray Shenkman (20-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -870) vs. Yoshitora Ouchi (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Underdog: +690) 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 Unanimous Decision victory over Clifton Curry in the second round of the tournament. Yoshitora Ouchi is a decent grappler and submission artist thanks to his Judo background, and is a solid competitor as long as things are conducted at close quarters. If the fight turns into a prolonged striking battle though, he struggles. KDM FC picked him up to join their Featherweight division in April 2001. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Dule Bayliffe in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Highlight" Harvey Ripa (13-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Underdog: +150) vs. Stephen "The Monk" Conti (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -200) Harvey Ripa is a kick boxer by trade, and is almost a throwback to the older days of MMA in that he is very one-dimensional. If his opponents can figure out a ways 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 first round TKO victory over Liam O'Donnell in the second round of the tournament. Stephen Conti is a youngster from England who shows great promise, an all-rounder who has studied multiple martial arts disciplines. Known for his extraordinary work ethic, he could be something special if he gets the right breaks and continues to improve. He is coming off a first round TKO (Cut) victory over Samba Nakamura in the second round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Tomohiro Takeuchi (145 lbs) vs. Ryan Landingham (145 lbs) Azor Portela Nunes (145 lbs) vs. Gu Ueda (145 lbs) Masahiro Maeno (145 lbs) vs. Roger Bean (145 lbs) Easton Frye (145 lbs) vs. Elijah Pyre (145 lbs) Yagi Jokichi (145 lbs) vs. Nuno Valentino (145 lbs) Colm Dee (145 lbs) vs. Hans Christian Bloch (145 lbs) Anthony Ray Shenkman (145 lbs) vs. Yoshitora Ouchi (145 lbs) Harvey Ripa (145 lbs) vs. Stephen Conti (145 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 65 Full Fight Card FW: Tomohiro Takeuchi vs. Ryan Landingham FW: Azor Portela Nunes vs. Gu Ueda FW: Masahiro Maeno vs. Roger Bean FW: Easton Frye vs. Elijah Pyre FW: Yagi Jokichi vs. Nuno Valentino FW: Colm Dee vs. Hans Christian Bloch FW: Anthony Ray Shenkman vs. Yoshitora Ouchi FW: Harvey Ripa vs. Stephen Conti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 13, 2023 Author Share Posted August 13, 2023 Friday, Week 2, November 2002 Live From St. John's, Newfoundland MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Highlight" Harvey Ripa (13-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Charleston, West Virginia, Underdog: +150) vs. Stephen "The Monk" Conti (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -200) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with 'The Highlight' Harvey Ripa battling Stephen 'The Monk' Conti. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Marianne Froth, Gregory C. James, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 145lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Ripa is much bigger. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ripa lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Conti finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ripa looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Conti hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Ripa doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a quick head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Conti immediately covers up and tries to retreat, I think that he is dazed! (Rd 1 - 04:09) Ripa punishes Conti with a straight right! (Rd 1 - 04:09) Back-pedalling further, Conti ends up backed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Ripa throws a head kick but Conti absorbs the power with his raised arms. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Staggering backward further, Conti half slumps against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Ripa launches a head kick that lands hard! Conti goes down! (Rd 1 - 03:38) Ripa senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! (Rd 1 - 03:38) Conti is back up too fast though. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Ripa comes forward. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Conti fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Ripa can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Conti with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:50) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:35) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Conti scores with a jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Ripa is off-target with a jab but scores with a stinging right high kick. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Conti backs off and covers up...he is dazed! Ripa comes forward, he knows that this is a chance for victory! Conti is trapped against the cage with nowhere to go! (Rd 1 - 02:21) Conti takes a right hand! (Rd 1 - 02:15) Ripa tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but Conti avoids it. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Conti clears his head and circles away from the cage back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:08) The clock is stopped as referee Kyle Crisp wants to check the cut on Ripa. (Rd 1 - 02:08) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 1 - 02:08) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 1 - 02:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Ripa dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a glancing high kick. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Conti misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ripa to attack with a pair of jabs that are followed by a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 01:25) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Conti is off target with a right jab but connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Ripa lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:09) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Ripa slips past a left hook and counters with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Ripa misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Conti comes in with a jab and a left hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 00:29) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Conti lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Ripa lands cleanly with a powerful straight right! (Rd 1 - 00:23) He's down! Conti falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 00:23) Ripa starts pounding away on Conti, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 00:23) Ripa pounds away and Conti is in serious trouble! (Rd 1 - 00:03) Conti keeps cool and tips Ripa off balance as he postures up for another strike. They both quickly scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 00:03) The scramble sees Conti up first, and he is quick to wrestle Ripa up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Ripa, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:54) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Conti misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ripa to attack with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:32) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 04:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:04) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Ripa attempts a body kick but comes up short. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Conti doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:59) For the first time, Ripa is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:44) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Conti misses with a right jab but hits a left cross. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Ripa hits a couple of jabs and also hits a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Ripa is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Conti 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 Ripa, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 2 - 03:09) Ripa lands a crunching head kick on Conti, who collapses! He's out cold! (Rd 2 - 02:55) The winner, by knock out, is 'The Highlight' Harvey Ripa! Official Result: 'The Highlight' Harvey Ripa defeats Stephen 'The Monk' Conti (Knock Out (Kick) in 2:05 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Harvey Ripa praises his team at Mean Machines, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Black Dog" Anthony Ray Shenkman (20-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Favorite: -870) vs. Yoshitora Ouchi (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +690) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Black Dog' Anthony Ray Shenkman faces Yoshitora Ouchi. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Shenkman looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Shenkman may have been setting up to shoot, but Ouchi aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Ouchi throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Shenkman looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Ouchi throws a punch but Shenkman avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Seizing the opportunity, Shenkman shoots. (Rd 1 - 04:16) The takedown is completed, Ouchi is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Shenkman throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Shenkman throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Shenkman blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Shenkman unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Shenkman blocks Ouchi as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Shenkman throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:17) In half guard, Shenkman throws a couple of punches designed to keep Ouchi guessing. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Ouchi tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 01:45) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Shenkman aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Ouchi uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Without taking too much damage, Shenkman is able to clinch with Ouchi. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Shenkman is trying to muscle Ouchi up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Shenkman does it, Ouchi is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Unable to break free, Ouchi is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:07) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Shenkman took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Shenkman is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Shenkman looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Ouchi throws a punch but Shenkman was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Seizing the opportunity, Shenkman shoots. (Rd 2 - 04:33) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Shenkman throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Shenkman punches down at Ouchi, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Ouchi bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. (Rd 2 - 03:31) He may regret that choice, as it gives Shenkman the perfect opportunity to get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:06) In side control, Shenkman catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Ouchi tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Shenkman is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Ouchi desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Ouchi scrambles to his feet, but Shenkman immediately drives him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Shenkman traps Ouchi up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 2 - 02:12) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Ouchi, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Shenkman is exerting. (Rd 2 - 01:19) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Shenkman drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Shenkman, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Shenkman is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:48) Ouchi throws a punch but Shenkman avoids it. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Ouchi throws a punch but Shenkman avoids it. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Shenkman gets hold of Ouchi, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Shenkman looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Shenkman gets it! Ouchi manages to pull guard upon impact. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Shenkman throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Ouchi throws out some punches, but Shenkman leans back to avoid them. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Shenkman smothers Ouchi with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 03:01) The clock runs down as Ouchi is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Shenkman smothers Ouchi with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 02:01) The clock runs down as Ouchi is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Shenkman fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Ouchi throws out some punches, but Shenkman leans back to avoid them. (Rd 3 - 00:48) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Kyle Crisp standing them both back up. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Ouchi moves in on Shenkman, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Shenkman may have been aiming to get in close, but Ouchi aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Ouchi uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Shenkman aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Ouchi hits a left jab 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) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Shenkman. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Ouchi needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:50) Ouchi can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Shenkman has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Ouchi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Without taking too much damage, Shenkman is able to clinch with Ouchi. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Shenkman looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Shenkman has him! Slams him down! Ouchi pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 03:57) Shenkman lies on top of Ouchi, basically smothering him. (Rd 4 - 03:17) The clock runs down as Ouchi is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman. (Rd 4 - 02:38) The clock runs down as Ouchi is being smothered against the ground by Shenkman. (Rd 4 - 02:16) Ouchi is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Time slips away as Shenkman successfully keeps Ouchi stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:18) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 01:18) For the first time, Shenkman is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Shenkman steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Ouchi can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:58) Shenkman is able to grab Ouchi. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Shenkman is looking to muscle Ouchi back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Shenkman achieves it, pinning Ouchi to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:37) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Shenkman. (Rd 4 - 00:37) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 4 - 00:37) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 4 - 00:24) A jab hits home from Ouchi and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Shenkman had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Ouchi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Shenkman starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the nasty cut on his head. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Shenkman, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Ouchi is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Shenkman. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:50) A jab lands from Ouchi, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:40) Shenkman gets hold of Ouchi without taking too much damage. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Shenkman tries to take Ouchi down. (Rd 5 - 04:34) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Shenkman begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 5 - 04:17) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins. (Rd 5 - 04:03) The scramble results in Ouchi having his back taken! (Rd 5 - 03:43) Ouchi is in huge trouble now, as Shenkman successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Shenkman, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 5 - 03:20) The rear naked choke is in deep, Ouchi has to tap out! (Rd 5 - 02:58) By submission, the winner is Anthony Ray Shenkman! Official Result: 'The Black Dog' Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Yoshitora Ouchi (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:02 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Anthony Ray Shenkman thanks everyone connected to Mean Machines for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Colm "The Celtic Warrior" Dee (16-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Underdog: +250) vs. Hans Christian Bloch (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Oslo, Norway, Favorite: -320) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee battles Hans Christian Bloch. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Bloch uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Dee stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Bloch comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Bloch can't get past the sprawl of Dee and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Bloch shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Dee cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:15) That's his first successful takedown from three attempts. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Bloch attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:09) After a struggle, he gets to half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Bloch attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Dee keeps Bloch in half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Bloch tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:09) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Bloch attempts to move to mount. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Bloch takes the back instead, Dee rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Bloch tries to put Dee in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:24) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Bloch has Dee flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 00:03) The winner, by submission; Hans Christian Bloch! Official Result: Hans Christian Bloch defeats Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:57 of round 1). 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. Asked about the finish, Hans Christian Bloch says that he was very confident of getting the win once the opportunity presented itself as he has a lot of confidence in his submission game. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Yagi Jokichi (12-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -630) vs. Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Lisbon, Portugal, Underdog: +500) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Yagi Jokichi competing against Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Marianne Froth, Gregory C. James, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Jokichi lands a left hand and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Jokichi moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Valentino hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 04:27) A flurry of four punches from Jokichi see four of them land and then catches Valentino with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Jokichi hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:44) A jab hits home from Jokichi and then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Jokichi moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Jokichi connects with a nice jab and then scores with a massive right head kick! (Rd 1 - 03:30) Valentino hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 03:23) Jokichi moves in quickly, kneeling beside Valentino and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 1 - 03:23) Jokichi fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Jokichi tries to pound on Valentino, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Valentino tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Jokichi throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Valentino struggles and gets half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Jokichi throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Jokichi fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Jokichi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Jokichi blocks Valentino as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Jokichi fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Valentino tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Jokichi, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Jokichi. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Two left hands land from Jokichi, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Valentino hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Jokichi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Jokichi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Circling, Valentino clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Jokichi connects with a nice jab and then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 2 - 03:57) Valentino is out! It's all over! (Rd 2 - 03:50) Yagi Jokichi takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Yagi Jokichi defeats Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:10 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Yagi Jokichi praises his team at J1 Circle, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Hyobe Kamioka would probably be a great contest. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Easton "Small" Frye (17-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Atlanta, Georgia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Elijah "Funeral" Pyre (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sunset Strip, California, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Easton 'Small' Frye competing against Elijah 'Funeral' Pyre. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Frye looks significantly bigger than Pyre as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Pyre and then he catches Frye with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Pyre throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:20) With a clear opportunity, Frye is able to move in fast and clinch with Pyre. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Frye is trying to muscle Pyre up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Frye does it, Pyre is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:57) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Frye is wearing Pyre down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Frye and Pyre remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Pyre is trapped against the cage and Frye hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Showing his ability to exert control, Frye smothers Pyre up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:33) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 1 - 01:31) 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 - 01:19) Pyre throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Frye seizes the chance and grabs Pyre into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Frye uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Pyre. (Rd 1 - 00:45) From the grapple, Frye tries to pick Pyre up on his shoulder for a slam. (Rd 1 - 00:45) There's the slam! Pyre is planted onto his back, and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Frye fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Frye unloads with some right hands, but Pyre deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Frye tries to pound on Pyre, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (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 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 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Pyre lands a left jab, but Frye evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Without taking too much damage, Frye is able to clinch with Pyre. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Frye uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pyre as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Frye is looking to muscle Pyre back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:16) He does so and now has Pyre pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Frye smothers Pyre against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Pyre is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Pyre is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 2 - 03:37) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Frye pins Pyre up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:08) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Pyre moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Frye appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Pyre took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Pyre lands a left jab, but Frye evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Pyre moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Pyre can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Frye with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Frye circles, smirking. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Frye, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Pyre lands a jab and then hits Frye with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Frye wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Pyre lands a left jab, but Frye evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Frye gets hold of Pyre. (Rd 2 - 00:39) Pyre tries to wriggle free, but Frye controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Using his wrestling skills, Frye is trying to push Pyre up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Frye achieves it, pinning Pyre to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Pyre is trapped against the cage and Frye hits him with a short left uppercut. (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 Frye. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Frye ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:52) Coming forward, Frye is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Pyre fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:28) A jab lands from Pyre, but Frye evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Frye gets hold of Pyre without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Frye uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Pyre. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Frye uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pyre as they grapple. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Pyre gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Frye uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Frye hits Pyre with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Frye is trying to push Pyre so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:18) He does so and now has Pyre pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Frye uses dirty boxing to punish Pyre while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Pyre is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Pyre, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Frye is exerting. (Rd 3 - 02:41) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Pyre is trapped against the cage and Frye hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Showing his ability to exert control, Frye smothers Pyre up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:19) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 3 - 00:07) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp separates the two fighters. (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 Frye, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Pyre is running out of rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:47) Pyre fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Frye with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Pyre can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Frye gets hold of Pyre. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Frye uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pyre as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 04:01) Frye uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:01) Pyre blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 04:01) Pyre gets a verbal warning from the referee! (Rd 4 - 04:01) Pyre is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Frye has over him. (Rd 4 - 04:01) 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 - 02:57) Frye pins Pyre up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 02:46) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Frye is keeping Pyre pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:46) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 01:31) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:31) Frye is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 4 - 01:31) For the first time, Pyre is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Pyre lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:09) Frye hears a fan shout his name and responds by pointing to them and nodding. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Pyre fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Pyre was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught! (Rd 4 - 00:52) Seizing his chance, Frye attempts a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:52) The takedown is completed, Pyre is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 00:45) Frye pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Time slips away as Frye successfully keeps Pyre stuck against the ground. (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 Frye, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Pyre winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:47) Pyre hits a left hand, but Frye avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 04:25) A jab is wide from Pyre, but then he hits Frye with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:21) Frye is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Frye had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Pyre hits a left hand, but Frye dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Pyre lands a jab and then catches Frye with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Pyre lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:36) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Frye. (Rd 5 - 03:17) Pyre confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:17) Pyre can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 02:51) A jab hits home from Pyre and then he catches Frye with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Pyre throws a one-two, but Frye was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 02:26) Frye seizes the chance and grabs Pyre into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:16) Frye gets solid control and may be looking for a wrestling-based takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:16) A belly-to-belly leaves Pyre on his back under side control! (Rd 5 - 01:56) Frye throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 5 - 01:36) Frye fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 5 - 01:08) Frye throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 5 - 00:41) Frye throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 5 - 00:23) Frye unloads with big right hands and Pyre is struggling to cope! (Rd 5 - 00:23) Pyre tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Frye has his back! (Rd 5 - 00:03) Frye fires away with punches and Pyre takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Frye took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 50-45 (Marianne Froth) and 50-45 (Gregory C. James). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Easton 'Small' Frye wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: Easton 'Small' Frye defeats Elijah 'Funeral' Pyre (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Easton Frye gives a name-check to everyone at Halvorsen's, 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 Yoshiro Makamori, demanding that he make the fight happen. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Masahiro Maeno (21-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Fukuoka, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roger "Jumpin'" Bean (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Masahiro Maeno battles Roger 'Jumpin'' Bean. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Bean connects with a nice jab and then catches Maeno with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Maeno hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 04:28) A jab is wide from Bean, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Maeno, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Bean connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Bean can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Maeno with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Maeno has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Bean hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Bean closes in on Maeno, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Maeno had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Bean fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Maeno with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Bean lands a jab and then hits Maeno with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Maeno wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Bean hits a left hand, but Maeno avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Maeno warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Bean hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Bean moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Bean lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:52) Bean can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Bean hits a left hand, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Bean hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:04) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Maeno. (Rd 1 - 01:04) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem. (Rd 1 - 01:04) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) It looked like we were about to see Maeno try and get some grappling started, but Bean was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:58) A jab lands from Bean, but then can't connect with a head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Maeno had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Bean can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Maeno with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Bean can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Moving around, Maeno is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Bean connects with a jab, but can't connect with a right to the body. (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 Bean, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bean 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 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Bean moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Maeno had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Bean lands two jabs, but Maeno evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Bean steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Bean throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Bean connects with a nice jab and then catches Maeno with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Bean can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Circling warily, Maeno is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Bean can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Bean can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Maeno clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Bean lands a jab and then catches Maeno with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Bean moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:50) A defensive jab hits from Maeno. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Bean throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) A jab is wide from Bean, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Bean is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Bean moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Maeno may have been aiming to get in close, but Bean aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Bean connects with a jab, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark. (Rd 2 - 01:39) A punch from Bean fails to land. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Bean moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 01:30) It looked like we were about to see Maeno try and get some grappling started, but Bean was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Bean can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Bean throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Maeno takes the chance and grabs Bean into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Maeno tries to take Bean down. (Rd 2 - 00:59) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Maeno attempts to grab a leg and kneebar Bean. (Rd 2 - 00:46) The kneebar is hooked, Maeno falls backward and sinks it in, Bean has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:15) By submission, the winner is Masahiro Maeno! Official Result: Masahiro Maeno defeats Roger 'Jumpin'' Bean (Submission (Kneebar) in 4:45 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Masahiro Maeno praises his team at Mok Gar Dojo, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Looking at a replay of the finish, Masahiro Maeno brags about how good his submission game is. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Tropical Tornado" Azor Portela Nunes (25-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Caracas, Venezuela, Favorite: -290) vs. Gu "Sifu" Ueda (22-11, 1-0 CTC, From: Mishima, Japan, Underdog: +230) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Tropical Tornado' Azor Portela Nunes goes up against Gu 'Sifu' Ueda in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Nunes is off target with a pair of jabs but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Ueda hits a punch but misses with a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Nunes lands a left jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Ueda attacks with five quick punches and lands two of them but only finds gloves with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:02) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Nunes scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Ueda finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Ueda lands two of three quick punches but misses with a right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Nunes launches a right head kick that did damage. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Backing off, Ueda stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt! (Rd 1 - 03:19) Nunes is aiming to get Ueda into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:19) He gets it and now has Ueda in trouble. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Using the clinch, Nunes hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Ueda. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Ueda tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 1 - 02:07) From the clinch, Ueda gets hit with a knee to the side of the face...and it's enough to knock him out cold! (Rd 1 - 01:51) By knock out, the winner is Azor Portela Nunes! Official Result: 'The Tropical Tornado' Azor Portela Nunes defeats Gu 'Sifu' Ueda (Knock Out (Knee) in 3:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Gu Ueda announces that he has decided to retire from active competition following this defeat. 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. MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (23-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Ryan "Prime Time" Landingham (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, Alabama, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi faces Ryan 'Prime Time' Landingham in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Marianne Froth, Gregory C. James, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) There's a takedown attempt from Takeuchi, showing great power and speed. (Rd 1 - 04:45) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Landingham has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Takeuchi lies on top of Landingham, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 03:59) The clock runs down as Landingham is being smothered against the ground by Takeuchi. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Takeuchi attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Landingham is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Takeuchi firmly in guard. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Landingham is defending with tenacity, he is doing everything possible to frustrate Takeuchi. It's not pretty, but it is effective. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Takeuchi lies on top of Landingham, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Landingham is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Takeuchi off of him. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Takeuchi looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Takeuchi uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Landingham as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:57) With control of the clinch, Takeuchi tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:57) The takedown is completed, Landingham is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Takeuchi lies on top of Landingham, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:05) The clock runs down as Landingham is being smothered against the ground by Takeuchi. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Takeuchi, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:49) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Takeuchi manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Takeuchi achieves it, pinning Landingham to the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Takeuchi hits Landingham, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Takeuchi smothers Landingham against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Unable to break free, Landingham is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Takeuchi and Landingham remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Takeuchi pins Landingham up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Showing his ability to exert control, Takeuchi smothers Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:30) 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 - 01:29) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp separates the two fighters. (Rd 2 - 01:17) There's a takedown attempt from Takeuchi, who set it up well. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Landingham cannot stop the takedown and only catches Takeuchi in half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:08) In half guard, Takeuchi begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 01:08) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Landingham starts a scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:54) The scramble allows Landingham to take his opponent's back! (Rd 2 - 00:43) Landingham gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Landingham, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Takeuchi doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Takeuchi struggles against Landingham but cannot get himself free from the hooks. (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 Takeuchi, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Takeuchi up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:51) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Takeuchi manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:44) Takeuchi is trying to push Landingham so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:44) Takeuchi achieves it, pinning Landingham to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Takeuchi presses Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:25) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 03:22) Takeuchi presses Landingham into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 3 - 03:22) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 3 - 02:08) Takeuchi shows great control, keeping Landingham pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:08) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 3 - 00:50) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Takeuchi is the aggressor. (Rd 3 - 00:42) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:42) Takeuchi manages it and controls Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:30) Landingham is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Takeuchi uses dirty boxing to punish Landingham while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Smothered against the cage, Landingham cannot get free. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the rest of the round as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Takeuchi took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Takeuchi is ahead 30-27 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:49) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Takeuchi manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Takeuchi tries to wrestle Landingham backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Takeuchi achieves it, pinning Landingham to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Landingham, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Takeuchi is exerting. (Rd 4 - 04:24) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Takeuchi hits Landingham, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Landingham is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 02:45) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:45) Takeuchi is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 4 - 02:37) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Takeuchi seems to get the advantage. (Rd 4 - 02:31) Landingham gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Takeuchi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Takeuchi achieves it, pinning Landingham to the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Takeuchi leans all of his weight up against Landingham, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:00) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Takeuchi hits Landingham, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Landingham is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 4 - 00:53) The next thirty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:16) Smothered against the cage, Landingham is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 4 - 00:16) Nothing really happens for the remainder of the round, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's 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) That round goes to Takeuchi, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Takeuchi is ahead 40-36 on my scorecard. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number five begins! (Rd 5 - 04:52) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 5 - 04:20) Takeuchi chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Landingham down. (Rd 5 - 04:20) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Takeuchi looks to get a mount. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Landingham keeps Takeuchi at side control, not letting the mount happen. (Rd 5 - 03:13) Takeuchi starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 5 - 03:13) He can't get the mount. (Rd 5 - 03:13) Landingham is working hard on the ground to frustrate Takeuchi and make him work for every single thing. (Rd 5 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Takeuchi looks to get a mount. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Landingham rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Takeuchi pounds away, landing several clean blows on Landingham in the process. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Takeuchi tries to put Landingham in a rear naked choke. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Landingham defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 5 - 01:16) Landingham tries to turn over and sweep Takeuchi but can't do it. (Rd 5 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:52) Takeuchi attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 5 - 00:52) Landingham doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Takeuchi blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 5 - 00:15) Takeuchi tries to put Landingham in a rear naked choke. (Rd 5 - 00:15) Landingham doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Round five ends as time expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Takeuchi. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Landingham needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 6 Quote (Rd 6 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number six begins! (Rd 6 - 04:45) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 6 - 04:45) Takeuchi looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 6 - 04:38) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 6 - 04:38) Takeuchi does it, Landingham is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 6 - 04:18) Takeuchi smothers Landingham against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 6 - 04:02) Landingham is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 6 - 04:02) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 6 - 02:58) Landingham, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Takeuchi is exerting. (Rd 6 - 02:58) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 6 - 02:05) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 6 - 02:05) Takeuchi is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 6 - 02:05) Landingham is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 6 - 01:59) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 6 - 01:59) Takeuchi is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 6 - 01:52) Takeuchi tries to pick Landingham up for a slam. (Rd 6 - 01:52) He gets Landingham up! Takeuchi slams him down, ending up in guard. (Rd 6 - 01:37) Landingham is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Takeuchi off of him. (Rd 6 - 01:06) Takeuchi lies on top of Landingham, basically smothering him. (Rd 6 - 00:39) Landingham is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Takeuchi off of him. (Rd 6 - 00:09) Breathing very hard, Takeuchi is looking ragged. (Rd 6 - 00:09) Takeuchi smothers Landingham with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 6 - 00:00) The time runs out on round six. (Rd 6 - 00:00) That round goes to Takeuchi, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 6 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Landingham will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 7 Quote (Rd 7 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number seven begins! (Rd 7 - 04:45) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 7 - 04:45) Takeuchi seems to get the advantage. (Rd 7 - 04:36) Takeuchi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Landingham. (Rd 7 - 04:23) Landingham tries to wriggle free, but Takeuchi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 7 - 04:06) Takeuchi is looking to muscle Landingham back against the cage. (Rd 7 - 04:06) He does so and now has Landingham pinned to the cage. (Rd 7 - 03:53) Takeuchi hits Landingham, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 7 - 03:41) Looking pretty gassed, Takeuchi buys some recovery time by smothering Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 7 - 03:41) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 7 - 02:48) Takeuchi uses dirty boxing to punish Landingham while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 7 - 02:34) Landingham wrestles back against Takeuchi, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 7 - 02:13) Takeuchi wrestles back against Landingham, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 7 - 01:46) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 7 - 01:33) Landingham moves in and clinches. (Rd 7 - 01:16) Landingham is trying to muscle Takeuchi up against the cage. (Rd 7 - 01:16) Landingham does it, Takeuchi is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 7 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 7 - 00:56) Landingham tries to maintain control, but Takeuchi wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Landingham ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 7 - 00:27) Tired but still with something left in his gas tank, Takeuchi traps Landingham up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 7 - 00:27) The rest of the round sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 7 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round seven. (Rd 7 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. (Rd 7 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Takeuchi. (Rd 7 - 00:00) Landingham needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 8 Quote (Rd 8 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 8 - 04:50) Landingham moves in and clinches. (Rd 8 - 04:39) Landingham tries to wrestle Takeuchi backward and up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 04:39) Landingham can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 8 - 04:27) Takeuchi looks very, very tired. (Rd 8 - 04:27) Takeuchi is trying to push Landingham so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 04:27) Takeuchi achieves it, pinning Landingham to the cage. (Rd 8 - 04:10) Takeuchi tries to use dirty boxing against Landingham, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 8 - 03:52) A few short punches to the ribs land, as Landingham fights back. (Rd 8 - 03:41) Landingham is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 8 - 03:26) Takeuchi smothers Landingham up against the cage, although he looks absolutely exhausted at this point. (Rd 8 - 03:26) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 8 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 8 - 02:25) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 8 - 02:13) Landingham chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Takeuchi down. (Rd 8 - 02:13) Takeuchi sprawls brilliantly, not only preventing the takedown but pushing Landingham down onto his hands and knees. (Rd 8 - 01:57) Takeuchi prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Landingham who is able to spring back up. (Rd 8 - 01:46) Landingham is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 8 - 01:41) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 8 - 01:41) Takeuchi works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 8 - 01:32) Takeuchi tries to wrestle Landingham backward and up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 01:32) Takeuchi manages it and controls Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 01:13) Takeuchi tries to maintain control, but Landingham wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Takeuchi ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 8 - 00:47) Takeuchi is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 8 - 00:47) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 8 - 00:00) The time runs out on round eight. (Rd 8 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Takeuchi. (Rd 8 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Landingham winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 9 Quote (Rd 9 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 9 - 04:54) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 9 - 04:54) Takeuchi seems to get the advantage. (Rd 9 - 04:44) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Landingham up against the cage. (Rd 9 - 04:44) He does so and now has Landingham pinned to the cage. (Rd 9 - 04:26) Takeuchi pins Landingham up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 9 - 04:12) Takeuchi looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 9 - 04:12) Landingham is pressed up against the cage and held there by his exhausted opponent. (Rd 9 - 04:12) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 9 - 03:21) An exhausted-looking Takeuchi somehow manages to push Landingham back and up against the cage. (Rd 9 - 03:21) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 9 - 02:11) 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 9 - 01:57) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 9 - 01:57) Takeuchi looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 9 - 01:51) Takeuchi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Landingham. (Rd 9 - 01:38) Takeuchi tries to take Landingham down. (Rd 9 - 01:38) The takedown is successful, Landingham pulls guard. (Rd 9 - 01:26) Landingham is looking really tired. (Rd 9 - 01:26) Takeuchi throws some minor strikes. (Rd 9 - 01:08) Landingham tries to get double underhooks on Takeuchi so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 9 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 9 - 00:58) In guard, Takeuchi is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 9 - 00:38) Landingham tries to pull Takeuchi in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 9 - 00:32) In guard, Takeuchi begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 9 - 00:32) Landingham fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 9 - 00:17) The scramble results in Takeuchi being on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 9 - 00:04) Landingham pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 9 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 9 - 00:00) That round goes to Takeuchi, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 9 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 9 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 90-81. (Rd 9 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi! Official Result: 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Ryan 'Prime Time' Landingham (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 9). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Tomohiro Takeuchi thanks everyone connected to Dragon's Lair Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Tomohiro Takeuchi says that he is having an after-show winners party at a local club and invites everyone to drop in. He is really good at handling these sort of interviews, and it doesn't hurt that the camera loves him. Attendance: 278 Gate Reciepts: $22,796 Sponsorship: $23,844 Ad Revenue: $652,914 Merchandise: $3,957 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $78,117) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Tomohiro Takeuchi $7,494 Ryan Landingham $1,598 Azor Portela Nunes $11,273 Gu Ueda $2,706 KotN: Nunes: $5,000 Masahiro Maeno $9,009 Roger Bean $1,968 SotN: Maeno: $5,000 Easton Frye $3,834 Elijah Pyre $1,722 Yagi Jokichi $2,788 Nuno Valentino $1,968 Hans Christian Bloch $12,440 Colm Dee $11,845 FotN: Both: $10,000 Anthony Ray Shenkman $3,834 Yoshitora Ouchi $1,722 Harvey Ripa $2,440 Stephen Conti $1,476 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $23,669 Profit: $592,717 Critical Rating: 70% Commercial Rating: 54% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -0.5% 92.5% (High Level Regional) USA -0.4% 89.6% (High Level Regional) UK -0.4% 86.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +0.2% 80.6% (High Level Regional) Australia -0.2% 79.6% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.4% 94.5% (High Level Regional) Asia +1.5% 82.9% (High Level Regional) Russia +0.7% 64.5% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +0.2% 78.9% (High Level Regional) South America -0.4% 87.0% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.4% 74.0% (High Level Regional) Africa +0.9% 56.9% (Mid Level Regional) News - Gu Ueda announced his retirement to the crowd following his loss to Azor Portela Nunes. He retires from the sport with a professional record of 22-12, with a promotional record of 1-1 with CTC, including a first round TKO victory over Hovhannes Javakhyan at Canadian Tournament Combat 31, and a first round knock out loss to Azor Portela Nunes at Canadian Tournament Combat 65. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Ryan Landingham, Elijah Pyre, Nuno Valentino, Colm Dee, Yoshitora Ouchi, and Stephen Conti. - The services of Roger Bean have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows Canadian Large Local Show (Friday, Week 2, November 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Gordy Gallant vs. Matsuta Satou KO of the Night: Xie Ming (vs. Kojuro Ijichi) Submission of the Night: Gordy Gallant (vs. Matsuta Satou) European Large Local Show (Friday, Week 2, November 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Aleksei Chekhov vs. Makhak Kirakosyan KO of the Night: Aleksei Chekhov (vs. Makhak Kirakosyan) Submission of the Night: Roko Stipanovic (vs. Alekos Karabatsos) Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 13, 2023 Author Share Posted August 13, 2023 Saturday, Week 2, November 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (26-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -760) vs. Hyobe Kamioka (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Underdog: +600) Luiz Machado is a dedicated student of BJJ, who has excellent submission skills and is well known for his ability to work from 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 opened, headlining their first show against Philip Ziskie. In 2000, three years after failing at his first attempt to win the XCC Featherweight title, he succeeded when he managed to beat Easton Frye. He is coming off a 48 second submission victory over Chan Siu-wei in the second round of the tournament. 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 submission win over Yoshitora Ouchi. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Zuenir Merquior in the second round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (53-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -1200) vs. Peter "The Predator" Porter (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Underdog: +950) 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 coming off a nine round Unanimous Decision victory over Quincy McGarry in the second round of the tournament. 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. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Rory Fagin in the second round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Norberto (31-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -530) vs. Kei "Demon Eyes" Maki (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Underdog: +420) 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 is 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 his time there. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Raul Piexoto in the second round of the tournament. Kei Maki is widely recognized as one of the most dangerous strikers among Featherweights, and is an elite-level kick boxer whose precision and speed are hard to match. If he can improve his lacklustre ground game, he 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. He is coming off a fifth round knock out victory over So Yip in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Miniature Killer" Jason Dalglish (22-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1200) vs. "First Strike" Marcus Speed (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +950) Jason Dalglish is physically very small, a scrappy young Featherweight, who is nonetheless not someone to be taken lightly. A strong Jiu-Jitsu background gives him submission skills that can end a fight in an instant, and he has proven to be a very 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 coming off a first round submission victory over Gonzalo Ramos in the second round of the tournament. Marcus Speed may be small but he packs a mean punch, a Muay Thai fighter who looks to have a strong future based on his striking ability. Originally an undersized Lightweight, upon signing with XCC in 2000 he decided to drop to his more natural weight class of Featherweight. He is coming off a 10 second knock out victory over Hugo Cruz in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Banker" Frank Romita (14-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -890) vs. Ivano "Ace" Ancic (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Underdog: +710) 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 a range by strikers, especially by leg kicks that seem to be kryptonite for him. He has been rapidly rising up the XCC Featherweight rankings since joining them in 1998. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Jerry Pie in the second round of the tournament. 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, he 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 victory over Pim Pim Gwon in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Dutch Master" Gerrit Dudok (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Underdog: +200) vs. Taki Inouye (12-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Favorite: -260) 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, he 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 fifth round TKO victory over Klaus Greis in the second round of the tournament. 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 mid-2001. It's early days, but Inouye could develope into a real threat if he becomes more versatile. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Tyler Aidi in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Tyler "Black Ops" Aidi (8-1, 0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Underdog: +310) vs. "Mighty Mouse" Heiko Pander (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -400) 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's got 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. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Taki Inouye in the second round of the tournament, but was allowed to re-enter the bracket when Pedro Alves failed a drug test and was fired. 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 will start to rocket up the rankings. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Roman Danielyan in the second round of the tournament. CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Josuke Hino (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #30, Underdog: +100) vs. "Bulldozer" Benedikt Streit (20-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Favorite: -130) 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 a 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, he joined KDM FC in early 2001. He marked his debut with a brutally eye-catching knock out of fellow rising star Kei Maki. He is coming off a fourth round knock out victory over Krzysztof Bujnicki in the second round of the tournament. Benedikt Streit was originally a Lightweight competitor, but dropped 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-eagled 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 second round TKO victory over Ruben Ericsson in the second round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Luiz Machado (145 lbs) vs. Hyobe Kamioka (145 lbs) Lars Bohlin (145 lbs) vs. Peter Porter (145 lbs) Norberto (145 lbs) vs. Kei Maki (145 lbs) Jason Dalglish (145 lbs) vs. Marcus Speed (145 lbs) Frank Romita (145 lbs) vs. Ivano Ancic (145 lbs) Gerrit Dudok (145 lbs) vs. Taki Inouye (145 lbs) Tyler Aidi (145 lbs) vs. Heiko Pander (145 lbs) Josuke Hino (145 lbs) vs. Benedikt Streit (145 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 66 Full Fight Card FW: Luiz Machado vs. Hyobe Kamioka FW: Lars Bohlin vs. Peter Porter FW: Norberto vs. Kei Maki FW: Jason Dalglish vs. Marcus Speed FW: Frank Romita vs. Ivano Ancic FW: Gerrit Dudok vs. Taki Inouye FW: Tyler Aidi vs. Heiko Pander FW: Josuke Hino vs. Benedikt Streit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 13, 2023 Author Share Posted August 13, 2023 Saturday, Week 2, November 2002 Live From St. John, New Brunswick MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Josuke Hino (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +100) vs. "Bulldozer" Benedikt Streit (20-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Munich, Germany, Favorite: -130) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is Josuke Hino battling 'Bulldozer' Benedikt Streit. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Streit looks significantly bigger than Hino 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 - 04:47) Hino hits a left hand, but Streit evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:22) A jab is wide from Hino, but then he catches Streit with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Covering up, Streit backs off until pressed up against the cage! He is hurt! (Rd 1 - 04:14) Hino lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, Streit partially blocked it! (Rd 1 - 04:05) Hino throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Streit, but he is just able to dodge it. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Streit clears his head and circles away from the cage back to the center. (Rd 1 - 03:47) A jab hits home from Hino and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Streit. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Streit hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Hino can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Hino connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Streit looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Hino throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Seizing the opportunity, Streit clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Streit is looking to muscle Hino back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:29) He does so and now has Hino pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Streit uses dirty boxing to punish Hino while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Streit tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Hino uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Streit smothers Hino up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:32) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Streit uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Showing good control, Streit keeps Hino stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:15) 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) That was a very close round but I think Streit just about edged it. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:48) A jab is wide from Hino, but then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 04:21) A jab lands from Hino, but Streit avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Hino confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Streit lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Hino connects with two left jabs, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Hino can't connect with a jab, but then hits Streit with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Hino connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:03) Streit, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:03) A jab hits home from Hino and then he catches Streit with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Hino looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:44) A jab is wide from Hino, but then he hits Streit with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Hino is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Circling, Streit clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Hino connects with a nice jab and then catches Streit with a stunning right hook! (Rd 2 - 02:27) He's down! Streit falls to the floor! (Rd 2 - 02:20) Hino moves in quickly to try and finish Streit with stomps and kicks! (Rd 2 - 02:20) Hino goes to work on Streit with incredibly vicious stomps and kicks, but somehow cannot finish him! (Rd 2 - 01:55) Streit makes Hino step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Streit tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Hino step back. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Streit tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Hino step back. (Rd 2 - 01:10) An up-kick makes Hino think twice about advancing. (Rd 2 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Hino looks to get on top of Streit. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Streit is unable to prevent Hino from getting side control. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Hino tries to lock Streit into a kimura. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Streit doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Streit tries to pull guard on Hino but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of 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. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:46) Streit had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Hino hits two left jabs and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Hino closes in on Streit, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:26) A jab is wide from Hino, but then he hits Streit with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:11) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Streit, but Hino was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:11) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Hino. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Hino comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Hino fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 3 - 03:54) Hino may have damaged his hand with that last punch. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Any sort of major damage to the hand is going to cause Hino some major problems. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Streit is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 3 - 03:42) Hino quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Streit! (Rd 3 - 03:42) Hino fires away and Streit is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 3 - 03:42) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 03:31) Josuke Hino takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Josuke Hino defeats 'Bulldozer' Benedikt Streit (TKO (Strikes) in 1:29 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Josuke Hino gives a name-check to everyone at Snake Temple, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Josuke Hino boasts about his undefeated streak. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Tyler "Black Ops" Aidi (8-1, 0-1 CTC, From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Underdog: +310) vs. "Mighty Mouse" Heiko Pander (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Favorite: -400) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Tyler 'Black Ops' Aidi faces 'Mighty Mouse' Heiko Pander. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Pander comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Pander looks to pressure Aidi, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Two left hands land from Pander, but Aidi evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:27) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Pander slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Aidi connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Pander hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:12) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Aidi slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 02:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Aidi hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Pander scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:02) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Pander initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Aidi throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:32) A jab lands from Pander but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:08) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:44) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Aidi throws two punches but Pander has a great guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Pander has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Aidi misses a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Pander lands a left jab but misses a right hook. (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 Pander. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:45) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Aidi lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Pander hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:24) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Pander dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Pander slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Pander forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Aidi misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:43) A one-two from Pander fails to land. (Rd 2 - 03:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Pander dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:59) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Pander moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aidi into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Pander avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Pander can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:17) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Aidi misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:00) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Pander comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Aidi hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Pander connects with two left hands and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Pander misses with a big right hand, allowing Aidi to counter with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Pander forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Aidi misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Pander fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:34) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:34) Aidi misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:16) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (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 Pander. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Pander. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:47) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Pander has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Aidi can't get past the great guard of Pander, two punches were simply absorbed. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Aidi hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Pander lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Pander is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 03:59) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Aidi misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Standing and trading is not working for Aidi, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck. (Rd 3 - 03:39) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Aidi misses a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Pander misses a jab but nails a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Pander dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:47) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Aidi misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Pander attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 3 - 01:57) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Pander counters a right hand with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:46) Aidi misses a right hook and gets countered with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Aidi scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Pander scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Aidi hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Pander hits a couple of jabs and also connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Aidi is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Aidi misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Pander to attack with a nice right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:31) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:31) Pander counters a right hand with a left jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm. (Rd 3 - 00:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Pander, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Aidi, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:45) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Pander scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Aidi is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Pander slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Pander rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Aidi misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Pander has a right hook blocked. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Aidi throws a two punch combination but Pander maintains his good guard and is safe. (Rd 4 - 03:17) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:17) Aidi misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:08) Pander is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Aidi hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Pander lands a one-two. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Pander clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Using his wrestling skills, Pander is trying to push Aidi up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Pander achieves it, pinning Aidi to the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:35) Aidi uses his wrestling skills to prevent Pander from getting the space to throw any knees. (Rd 4 - 02:16) Aidi throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Pander stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Pander keeps Aidi up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Aidi is trapped against the cage and Pander hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 01:35) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Aidi. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Pander tries to throw a knee but Aidi uses wrestling to prevent it. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Pander looks for a foot stomp but Aidi works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 00:39) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Pander dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Pander is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Looking very tired, Pander clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Pander is trying to muscle Aidi up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Pander can't do it though, Aidi defended it well. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Pander is trying to push Aidi so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Pander does it, Aidi is stuck with his back to 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 Pander. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Aidi winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Aidi. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:52) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:52) Aidi doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:52) Pander misses with a left jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Aidi misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a clean right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:22) Aidi steps back and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt! (Rd 5 - 04:22) Pander moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Aidi goes down! (Rd 5 - 04:18) Pander starts pounding away on Aidi, looking to finish him off! (Rd 5 - 04:18) Pander pounds away on Aidi, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Pander unloads with some right hands, but Aidi deals with them comfortably. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Pander blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 03:37) Pander tries to pound on Aidi, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 5 - 03:22) Pander blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Pander tries to pound on Aidi, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 5 - 02:56) Pander blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 02:41) Pander starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 5 - 02:41) Aidi fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 5 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:30) The scramble results in Aidi being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 5 - 02:19) Pander seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 02:19) Pander fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 5 - 02:01) Aidi tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 5 - 02:01) An armbar is applied, and as soon as the arm is pulled straight Pander has to tap out! (Rd 5 - 01:39) Tyler 'Black Ops' Aidi takes the win by submission! Official Result: Tyler 'Black Ops' Aidi defeats 'Mighty Mouse' Heiko Pander (Submission (Armbar) in 3:21 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Tyler Aidi name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Foggy Lee would be a particularly good contest. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Dutch Master" Gerrit Dudok (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +200) vs. Taki Inouye (12-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Favorite: -260) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Dutch Master' Gerrit Dudok fights Taki Inouye. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Dudok confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Dudok misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a spin kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Inouye catches the last kick! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Holding the leg, Inouye tries for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:46) The takedown is unsuccessful, Dudok pulled his leg free and stepped back to safety. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Dudok moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Dudok lands a left jab, but a right head kick is too slow and Inouye catches it! (Rd 1 - 03:59) Inouye tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Dudok refuses to be taken down and manages to eventually pull his leg free. He steps away to safety. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Dudok can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Dudok connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Dudok lands two left hands and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Dudok lands a jab and then hits Inouye with a sensational high right head kick! (Rd 1 - 02:33) Inouye is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Moving quickly, Dudok comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 1 - 02:21) Dudok goes to work on Inouye with vicious stomps and kicks, but can't finish him! (Rd 1 - 02:01) An up-kick makes Dudok think twice about advancing. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Inouye makes Dudok step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Inouye keeps Dudok back with an up-kick. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Dudok motions for Inouye to stand up, which he does. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Dudok throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Inouye takes the chance and grabs Dudok into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:35) With Dudok in his grasp, Inouye tries to set up a judo-style throw. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Dudok blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 1 - 00:35) Dudok doesn't get away with it, referee Roger Bennett sees it and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 1 - 00:35) Smothered against the cage, Dudok is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 00:35) They remain there for the rest of the round, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Dudok, but only a 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Dudok hits a left jab and then catches Inouye with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 2 - 04:39) That last hit did some damage, Inouye is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He slumps up against the cage looking dazed and unsteady! (Rd 2 - 04:39) Dudok nails Inouye with a sudden spinning back fist, sending him down to the mat! (Rd 2 - 04:27) Moving quickly, Dudok comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 2 - 04:27) Inouye is back to his feet too quickly though. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Dudok hits a left jab and then hits Inouye with a great high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Covering up, Inouye backs off until pressed up against the cage! He is hurt! (Rd 2 - 03:48) A brutal right hand lands! Inouye slumps against the cage for a second, then collapses to the floor! (Rd 2 - 03:39) Dudok knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Inouye, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 03:39) Dudok pounds away with rights, Inouye is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 2 - 03:39) Referee Roger Bennett has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 03:27) The winner, by TKO, is 'The Dutch Master' Gerrit Dudok! Official Result: 'The Dutch Master' Gerrit Dudok defeats Taki Inouye (TKO (Strikes) in 1:33 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Gerrit Dudok name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Gerrit Dudok gives a show of respect to his opponent. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Banker" Frank Romita (14-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Favorite: -890) vs. Ivano "Ace" Ancic (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Rijeka, Croatia, Underdog: +710) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Banker' Frank Romita faces Ivano 'Ace' Ancic. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Romita looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ancic connects with a nice jab and then hits Romita with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Ancic lands a left hand and then catches Romita with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Ancic lands a left hand and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Romita shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:48) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Ancic has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Romita lies on top of Ancic, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Romita tries to pound on Ancic, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Romita leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Ancic. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Romita lies on top of Ancic, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Romita fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Ancic tries to pull Romita in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Ancic is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Romita off of him. (Rd 1 - 00:45) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:34) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Romita, but Ancic was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Ancic can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Romita with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Romita may have been aiming to get in close, but Ancic aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:21) A jab hits home from Ancic and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Romita appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ancic took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Ancic can't connect with a jab, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (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 Ancic. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Ancic to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Ancic lands a left hand and then catches Romita with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:38) There's a takedown attempt from Romita. (Rd 2 - 04:38) The takedown is completed, Ancic is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Romita lies on top of Ancic, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Time slips away as Romita successfully keeps Ancic stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Ancic is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Romita off of him. (Rd 2 - 03:11) In guard, Romita throws a couple of punches designed to keep Ancic guessing. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Romita leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Ancic. (Rd 2 - 02:36) Romita looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 02:36) He passes guard, but Ancic was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) The scramble sees Ancic up first, only to be grabbed in a waist lock from behind. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Romita pins Ancic face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Romita pins Ancic face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Romita smothers Ancic face-first up against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing to hit some nasty strikes to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Romita uses dirty boxing to punish Ancic while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Romita uses dirty boxing to punish Ancic while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Romita uses dirty boxing to punish Ancic while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to 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 Romita took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:45) A jab hits home from Ancic and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Blood is visible, it appears that Romita has suffered a large gash above his eye. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Ancic moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Romita hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:31) A jab is wide from Ancic, but then he catches Romita with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Ancic lands a left hand and then hits a body kick. (Rd 3 - 03:55) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Ancic. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Even worse, Romita manages to catch the last kick! (Rd 3 - 03:49) Seeing his opportunity, Romita tries to put Ancic on the mat. (Rd 3 - 03:49) The takedown is completed, Ancic is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:49) He continues to enjoy a 100% takedown completion rate in this fight. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Romita fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Romita feels Ancic prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. (Rd 3 - 03:08) In half guard, Romita begins working to get side control. (Rd 3 - 03:08) He passes to side control. (Rd 3 - 02:40) Romita throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Ancic tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Romita throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Ancic tries to pull guard on Romita but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Romita fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Romita throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Romita blocks Ancic as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 3 - 00:26) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. (Rd 3 - 00:13) Ancic hits a left hand, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Romita took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Romita. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Romita is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:53) Romita comes in fast, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Romita gets the takedown! Ancic pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Romita begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Ancic allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Romita manages to come out on top with side control. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Romita looks to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 04:13) He tries to get the mount but Ancic was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Romita is up first and quickly grabs Ancic as he too stands up, getting back control. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Romita uses dirty boxing to punish Ancic while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:52) Ancic is controlled face-first up against the cage and takes a few left hands to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 4 - 02:34) Romita pins Ancic face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Ancic is controlled face-first up against the cage and takes a few left hands to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 4 - 02:10) Romita smothers Ancic face-first up against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing to hit some nasty strikes to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 4 - 01:55) Ancic is trapped face-first up against the cage and Romita punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Romita uses dirty boxing to punish Ancic while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:31) Romita smothers Ancic face-first up against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing to hit some nasty strikes to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Romita uses dirty boxing to punish Ancic while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:58) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:58) Taking a few gulps of breath, Romita is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 00:58) Ancic is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Ancic comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Ancic throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 00:24) There's a takedown attempt from Romita, showing great power and speed. (Rd 4 - 00:24) The takedown is successful, Ancic pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 00:18) Romita lies on top of Ancic, basically smothering him. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Romita, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Ancic is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 5 - 04:48) Ancic connects with a jab, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 5 - 04:40) Romita gets hold of Ancic. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Romita has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Romita suplexes Ancic to the ground. (Rd 5 - 04:32) The takedown allows Romita to take the back of Ancic. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Romita gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. (Rd 5 - 03:59) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Romita tries to finish Ancic off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 5 - 03:59) Ancic stops Romita from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 5 - 03:16) Romita, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 5 - 03:16) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Romita has Ancic flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 5 - 02:57) The winner, by submission, is 'The Banker' Frank Romita! Official Result: 'The Banker' Frank Romita defeats Ivano 'Ace' Ancic (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:03 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 turned out to support him. Frank Romita gives a show of respect to his opponent. Frank Romita is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Miniature Killer" Jason Dalglish (22-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Favorite: -1200) vs. "First Strike" Marcus Speed (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Gainesville, Florida, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Miniature Killer' Jason Dalglish going head to head with 'First Strike' Marcus Speed. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Speed throws a punch but Dalglish avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Dalglish quickly shoots on Speed. (Rd 1 - 04:30) The takedown is successful, Speed pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Dalglish attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 04:22) He passes guard, but Speed was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Dalglish somehow ends up on top of Speed in north-south position. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Dalglish looks to spin out and secure an armbar. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Pulling free of the armbar attempt, Speed scrambles. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Dalglish takes his back! He was lightning quick there, what a great move! (Rd 1 - 03:15) Dalglish tries to finish Speed off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Dalglish flattens Speed out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 02:36) 'The Miniature Killer' Jason Dalglish takes the win by submission! Official Result: 'The Miniature Killer' Jason Dalglish defeats 'First Strike' Marcus Speed (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jason Dalglish praises his team at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Norberto (31-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Favorite: -530) vs. Kei "Demon Eyes" Maki (9-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +420) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Norberto squaring off with Kei 'Demon Eyes' Maki. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Maki moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Norberto scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Maki lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Attacking with a quick flurry, Maki lands five punches and then hits Norberto with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 1 - 04:39) Norberto is out! It's all over! (Rd 1 - 04:26) By knock out, the winner is Kei Maki! Official Result: Kei 'Demon Eyes' Maki defeats Norberto (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:34 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Norberto announces that he has decided to retire from active competition following this loss. Post-Fight: Kei Maki thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he knows that this result is a shock but that it shows what can happen when you believe in yourself. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (53-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Favorite: -1200) vs. Peter "The Predator" Porter (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Nashville, Tennessee, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin goes up against Peter 'The Predator' Porter in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's no touch of gloves to start with, drawing an audible reaction from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Bohlin keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Porter. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Porter fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Bohlin seizes the chance and shoots in on Porter. (Rd 1 - 04:34) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Porter has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Bohlin tries to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Porter keeps his guard secure. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Bohlin leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Porter. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Bohlin starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Bohlin throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Bohlin blocks Porter as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:10) In side control, Bohlin begins working to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Bohlin shows his ground skills and slips to mount. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Bohlin pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Bohlin blocks an attempt to move him from mount. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Bohlin drives down with an elbow strike, rocking Porter. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Bohlin fires away with elbow strikes but Porter deals with all of them fairly well. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Bohlin unleashes three vicious looking elbows, although none of them land cleanly. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Bohlin fires away with elbows but Porter doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Bohlin took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bohlin 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 Porter from this point onward. Round 2 ( Quote Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:45) Bohlin aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Porter throws a one-two, but Bohlin was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Bohlin gets hold of Porter. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Using his wrestling skills, Bohlin is trying to push Porter up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Porter ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Porter is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Porter is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Bohlin hits Porter, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Porter is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Porter is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Porter is trapped against the cage and Bohlin punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Bohlin hits Porter, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 02:11) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Roger Bennett brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Bohlin comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Porter hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Blood is visible on Bohlin, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Porter steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Porter connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Porter comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Bohlin, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Porter throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Bohlin is equal to all of them. (Rd 2 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Porter throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 00:34) A jab is wide from Porter, but then he catches Bohlin with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Porter lands a left hand and then lands a low kick to the legs. (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 Bohlin. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Bohlin up 20-18. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Bohlin is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:47) Porter throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Bohlin gets hold of Porter, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Bohlin is looking to muscle Porter back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Bohlin manages it and controls Porter up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Bohlin pins Porter up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Bohlin smothers Porter against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 03:47) Bohlin uses dirty boxing to punish Porter while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Porter is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Porter is trapped against the cage and Bohlin hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Porter is trapped against the cage and Bohlin punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Porter is trapped against the cage and Bohlin punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:21) Bohlin smothers Porter against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:02) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Porter confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:48) A jab is wide from Porter, but then he hits Bohlin with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:23) Porter throws a two-punch combo but Bohlin avoids both. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Bohlin takes the chance and grabs Porter into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Bohlin is trying to muscle Porter up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:04) He does so and now has Porter pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Bohlin hits Porter, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Bohlin pins Porter up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:12) Porter is trapped against the cage and Bohlin punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Bohlin 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 Porter will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:46) Porter throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Bohlin defended them all. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Porter is too slow with his final kick and that allows Bohlin to catch it! (Rd 4 - 04:38) Seizing his chance, Bohlin attempts a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:38) He has the takedown! Porter pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Bohlin is trying to pass guard. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Bohlin passes to side control with ease. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Bohlin fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Bohlin blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Bohlin begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Porter tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 4 - 02:42) Bohlin tries to finish Porter off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 4 - 02:42) Porter doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Bohlin blocks Porter as he tries to roll over. (Rd 4 - 02:02) Bohlin increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 4 - 01:46) Bohlin, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 4 - 01:46) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Bohlin has Porter flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 4 - 01:25) The winner, by submission, is 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin! Official Result: 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin defeats Peter 'The Predator' Porter (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:35 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Lars Bohlin thanks everyone connected to Euro Team Thunder for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. MAIN EVENT CTC FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (26-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -760) vs. Hyobe Kamioka (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +600) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Luiz 'The Tarantula' Machado goes up against Hyobe Kamioka in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, 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) Machado shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:50) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Kamioka has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Machado looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Machado passes guard, but Kamioka was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 1 - 04:28) The scramble sees Machado up first, and he is quick to wrestle Kamioka up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Machado attempts a trip to put Kamioka on the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Machado uses a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 1 - 04:09) The takedown allows Machado to take the back of Kamioka. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Machado increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Machado, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Machado flattens Kamioka out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 02:54) The winner, by submission; Luiz Machado! Official Result: Luiz 'The Tarantula' Machado defeats Hyobe Kamioka (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:06 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. 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 brings up Lars Bohlin, calling him out and threatening to embarrass him when they fight. Attendance: 277 Gate Reciepts: $22,714 Sponsorship: $25,349 Ad Revenue: $533,690 Merchandise: $4,245 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $83,679) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Luiz Machado $16,622 Hyobe Kamioka $11,968 FotN: Both: $10,000 Lars Bohlin $6,446 Peter Porter $1,476 Kei Maki $12,788 Norberto $2,830 KotN: Maki: $5,000 Perf: Maki: $5,000 Jason Dalglish $4,355 Marcus Speed $1,722 Frank Romita $9,182 Ivano Ancic $1,722 SotN: Romita: $5,000 Gerrit Dudok $2,788 Taki Inouye $1,968 Tyler Aidi $2,720 Heiko Pander $1,598 Josuke Hino $2,788 Benedikt Streit $2,706 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $21,483 Profit: $471,828 Critical Rating: 75% Commercial Rating: 52% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -0.5% 92.0% (High Level Regional) USA +0.4% 90.0% (High Level Regional) UK -0.4% 86.2% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.0% 81.6% (High Level Regional) Australia -0.2% 79.4% (High Level Regional) Japan -0.8% 93.7% (High Level Regional) Asia -0.2% 82.7% (High Level Regional) Russia +0.7% 65.2% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +0.2% 79.1% (High Level Regional) South America +2.4% 89.4% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.4% 74.4% (High Level Regional) Africa +0.9% 57.8% (Mid Level Regional) News - Drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 63, and all fighters tested clean. - Drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 64, and all fighters tested clean. - Norberto announced his retirement to the crowd following his defeat at the hands of Kei Maki. He retires from the sport with a professional record of 31-9, with a promotional record with CTC of 1-1, including a Unanimous Decision victory over Raul Piexoto at Canadian Tournament Combat 32, and a first round knock out loss to Kei Maki at Canadian Tournament Combat 66. He held a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu. - Josuke Hino suffered a strained wrist in his victory over Benedikt Streit. He will miss a few days of training, but it should not effect his ability to continue in the tournament. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Hyobe Kamioka, Peter Porter, Marcus Speed, Ivano Ancic, Taki Inouye, Heiko Pander, and Benedikt Streit. - CTC Lightweight fighter Ren Akai has left Mok Gar Dojo. Despite enjoying success since joining the team, he is looking to keep his training methods fresh by looking elsewhere. It is thought that the door is open should he wish to return. - CTC Welterweight fighter Walter May has started training at Leamington Spa Muay Thai as he prepares for his CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Noach Van Der Capellen. He is not expected to remain with the team long-term, but is looking to improve his striking while he's there. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows XCC: Moreau vs. Simard (Saturday, Week 2, November 2002) Title Result: Norice Simard Won The XCC Lightweight Title Title Result: Delancy Lachance Won The XCC Featherweight Title Fight of the Night: Delancy Lachance vs. Aubry Lavoie KO of the Night: Delancy Lachance (vs. Aubry Lavoie) Submission of the Night: Norm Hebert (vs. Ranger Boucher) Performance Bonus: Norice Simard (vs. Jorden Moreau) Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round (Round of 32) Philip Ziskie vs. Alvaro Negredo Yoshiro Makamori vs. Ivan Bokhour Sammy Gaffigan vs. Ikeda Kenkichio Snorri Gunnarsson vs. Chan Wan Wah Li-Kong Ho vs. Lamont Banner David James Diggle vs. Manish Khan Kenji Akita vs. Wallace Everett Foggy Lee vs. Rafael Tavares Tomohiro Takeuchi vs. Harvey Ripa Easton Frye vs. Azor Portela Nunes Masahiro Maeno vs. Yagi Jokichi Anthony Ray Shenkman vs. Hans Christian Bloch Lars Bohlin vs. Josuke Hino Frank Romita vs. Kei Maki Luiz Machado vs. Gerrit Dudok Jason Dalglish vs. Tyler Aidi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 CTC Featherweight Finalized Roster and Current Rankings #25. "The Highlight" Harvey Ripa (14-7) Harvey Ripa is a kick boxer by trade, almost a throwback to the older days of MMA in that he is very 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 also present a knock out danger. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Harvey Ripa defeats Liam O'Donnell by TKO (Strikes) in 3:40 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Harvey Ripa defeats Stephen Conti by Knock Out (Kick) in 2:05 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 65 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Tomohiro Takeuchi at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. David James Diggle defeats Harvey Ripa by TKO (Strikes) in 2:00 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 2. Harvey Ripa defeats Lucky Lyman by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Weatherly vs. Smith (July 2001) #24. "Lightning" Lamont Banner (10-0) Lamont Banner comes into MMA with a ton of hype behind him, the son of legendary world championship 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 to anyone. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Lamont Banner defeats Ned Butterfield by TKO (Strikes) in 0:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Lamont Banner defeats Swithens Corcoran by TKO in 0:15 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 64 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Li-Kong Ho at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Lamont Banner defeats James Busfield by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:14 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) 2. Lamont Banner defeats Marcus Speed by TKO (Strikes) in 4:15 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) #23. Alvaro "The Hornet" Negredo (24-11) 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 it comes to his kick boxing, but he is good enough to cause mid-level opponents a lot of headaches. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Alvaro Negredo defeats Kenshin Hamamoto by TKO (Strikes) in 2:33 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Alvaro Negredo defeats Cong Dun by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:21 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 63 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Philip Ziskie at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Lars Bohlin defeats Alvaro Negredo by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Negredo (November 1997) Lars Bohlin Retains The SIGMA Featherweight title 2. Alvaro Negredo defeats Francesco Marazzina by TKO in 4:38 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Chekhov (June 1998) 3. Alvaro Negredo defeats Marco Bernacci by Knock Out (Kick) in 1:47 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Gilchrist (February 1999) 4. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Alvaro Negredo by Submission (Guillotine) in 1:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Kanchelskis vs. Tariverdiev (August 1999) Snorri Gunnarsson Retains The SIGMA Featherweight Title 5. Fernando Peragon defeats Alvaro Negredo by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:23 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Crumb (January 2001) 6. Pedro Alves defeats Alvaro Negredo by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Gunnarsson III (December 2001) #22. Yagi Jokichi (13-0) Yagi Jokichi is considered one of the elite in karate circles, and is one of the most promising Featherweights from Japan. A master of defensive fighting, his ability to pick apart opponents with counter-striking is going to cause a lot of problems. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Yagi Jokichi defeats Henry Zachary by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:12 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Yagi Jokichi defeats Nuno Valentino by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:10 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 65 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Masahiro Maeno at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 Other Results: 1. Yagi Jokichi defeats Reza Afshar by TKO (Strikes) in 0:50 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 18: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) #21. Josuke Hino (11-0) 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 a 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Josuke Hino defeats Krzysztof Bujnicki by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:21 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 32 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Josuke Hino defeats Benedikt Streit by TKO (Strikes) in 1:29 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 66 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Lars Bohlin at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Josuke Hino defeats Kei Maki by Knock Out (Knee) in 0:46 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 18: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) #20. Chan Wan Wah (11-1) 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 and exploit, but getting close enough means wading into his kicks, not something many will be happy to do. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Chan Wan Wah defeats Buck Graham by TKO (Leg Kick) in 1:46 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Chan Wan Wah defeats Lucky Lyman by Knock Out (Knee) in 4:07 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 63 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Snorri Gunnarsson at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Chan Wan Wah by TKO (Strikes) in 3:40 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) KDM FC 14: Takeuchi vs. Wah (August 2000) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 2. Chan Wan Wah defeats Cong Dun by TKO (Strikes) in 3:14 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) #19. Rafael "Slick" Tavares (17-4) 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 been 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Rafael Tavares defeats Noah Smithee by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Rafael Tavares defeats Alejandro Laguera by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 3:49 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 64 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Schedule Fight: vs. Foggy Lee at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Philip Ziskie defeats Rafael Tavares by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) XCC: Ziskie vs. Tavares (November 1997) Philip Ziskie Retains The XCC Featherweight Title 2. Frank Romita defeats Rafael Tavares by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (RateD: Poor) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 3. Easton Frye defeats Rafael Tavares by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) #18. "The Dutch Master" Gerrit Dudok (11-0) 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Gerrit Dudok defeats Klaus Greis by TKO (Strikes) in 0:38 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 32 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Gerrit Dudok defeats Taki Inouye by TKO (Strikes) in 1:33 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 66 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Luiz Machado at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Gerrit Dudok defeats Hovhannes Javakhyan by TKO (Strikes) in 0:58 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Kanchelskis vs. Amaro (March 2001) 2. Gerrit Dudok defeats Ivano Ancic by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Basora (July 2001) #17. "Kid Britain" Manish Khan (13-4) Manish Khan, having excelled in England's amateur boxing ranks, moved 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Manish Khan defeats Hetcher Durante by TKO (Strikes) in 0:53 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Manish Khan defeats Reza Afshar by TKO (Strikes) in 1:23 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 64 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. David James Diggle at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Manish Khan defeats Benedikt Streit by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:11 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Boniek vs. Papaioannou (April 1999) 2. Manish Khan defeats Milovan Ajetovic by TKO in 3:22 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Kurri (October 1999) 3. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Manish Khan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Kurri vs. Soldo II (August 2000) Snorri Gunnarsson Retains The XCC Featherweight Title 4. Jason Dalglish defeats Manish Khan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Mellberg (February 2001) 5. Fernando Peragon defeats Manish Khan by TKO (Strikes) in 4:57 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Basora (July 2001) #16. Easton "Small" Frye (18-6) Easton Frye was a highly decorated amateur wrestler, who uses his excellent grappling skills 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Easton Frye defeats Benoit LeMarche by Submission (Kimura) in 4:16 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Easton Frye defeats Elijah Pyre by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 65 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Azor Portela Nunes at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Easton Frye defeats Wallace Everett by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) XCC: Hewitt vs. Southall (May 1999) 2. Easton Frye defeats Sammy Gaffigan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Excellent) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Frye (March 2000) Easton Frye Won The XCC Featherweight Title 3. Luiz Machado defeats Easton Frye by Submission (Triangle) in 3:18 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) XCC: Frye vs. Machado (December 2000) Luiz Machado Won The XCC Featherweight Title 4. Shuler Eigenberg defeats Easton Frye by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) 5. Easton Frye defeats Rafael Tavares by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (RateD: Very Poor) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) #15. "The Banker" Frank Romita (15-2) 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 like kryptonite to him. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Frank Romita defeats Jerry Pie by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 32 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Frank Romita defeats Ivano Ancic by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:03 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 66 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Kei Maki at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Frank Romita defeats Rafael Tavares by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 2. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Frank Romita by TKO (Strikes) in 2:09 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) XCC: Weatherly vs. Smith (July 2001) #14. "The Tropical Tornado" Azor Portela Nunes (26-6) Azor Portela Nunes is Veneuela's first professional MMA competitor, but was actually trained in Brazil here he learned the art of Muay Thai. A dangerous striker, he is pretty lethal if he can get into a clinch, and has nasty leg kicks. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Azor Portela Nunes defeats Gonkuro Miyagi by TKO (Body Kick) in 0:50 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Azor Portela Nunes defeats Gu Ueda by Knock Out (Knee) in 3:09 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 65 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Easton Frye at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Azor Portela Nunes by TKO in 1:29 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Nunes (August 1997) 2. Philip Ziskie defeats Azor Portela Nunes by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 3. David James Diggle defeats Azor Portela Nunes by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XXC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) #13. Yoshiro Makamori (13-2) Yoshiro Makamori is a star-in-the-making at Featherweight, 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Yoshiro Makamori defeats Tan Su by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:29 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Yoshiro Makamori defeats James Busfield by Submission (Kimura) in 3:43 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 63 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ivan Bokhour at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Yoshiro Makamori defeats Masahiro Maeno by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 6: Makamori vs. Maeno (August 1998) 2. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Yoshiro Makamori by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 11: Takeuchi vs. Makamori (October 1999) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 3. Yoshiro Makamori defeats Norberto by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) KDM FC 17: Atep vs. Nakamura (May 2001) 4. Masahiro Maeno defeats Yoshiro Makamori by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:30 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 19: Togo vs. Mamanee (August 2001) #12. "The Black Dog" Anthony Ray Shenkman (21-5) 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Clifton Curry by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Yoshitora Ouchi by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:02 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 65 (November 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Hans Christian Bloch at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Dominic Ash defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:10 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Hewitt vs. Siemaszko (April 1998) 2. Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Sammy Gaffigan by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) 3. Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Shuler Eigenberg by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:33 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) 4. Philip Ziskie defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:01 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) Philip Ziskie Retains The XCC Featherweight Title #11. David James Diggle (13-0) David James Diggle is one of the fastest rising Featherweight fighters in the world, a Muay Thai competitor who is noted for his ability to obliterate people from the clinch with elbows and knees. A highly technical striker, his only real flaw seems to be that he is somewhat inconsistent. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. David James Diggle defeats Guilherme de Barros by Knock Out (Knee) in 2:03 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. David James Diggled defeats Ryota Sugimoto by TKO (Strikes) in 0:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 64 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Manish Khan at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. David James Diggle defeats Harvey Ripa by TKO (Strikes) in 2:00 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 2. David James Diggle defeats Azor Portela Nunes by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) 3. David James Diggle defeats Wallace Everett by TKO (Strikes) in TKO (Strikes) in 2:04 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) #10. Snorri Gunnarsson (26-6-1NC) 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Stewart Point by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Jan Ilic by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:27 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 63 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Chan Wan Wah at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Colm Dee by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:12 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Boniek vs. Nilsson II (April 1998) 2. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Lars Bohlin by TKO (Strikes) in 2:08 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Gunnarsson (October 1998) Snorri Gunnarsson Won The SIGMA Featherweight Title 3. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Alvaro Negredo by Submission (Guillotine) in 1:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Kanchelskis vs. Tariverdiev (August 1999) Snorri Gunnarsson Retains The SIGMA Featherweight Title 4. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Manish Khan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Kurri vs. Soldo II (August 2000) Snorri Gunnarsson Retains The SIGMA Featherweight Title 5. Lars Bohlin defeats Snorri Gunnarsson by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Very Poor) SIGMA: Gunnarsson vs. Bohlin II (April 2001) Lars Bohlin Won The SIGMA Featherweight Title 6. Lars Bohlin defeats Snorri Gunnarsson by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Gunnarsson III (December 2001) Lars Bohlin Retains The SIGMA Featherweight Title #9. Kenji "Star" Akita (16-2) Kenji Akita is 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 stand-up and submissions, his weakest areas, seem to improve from fight to fight. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Kenji Akita defeats Jurg Lewandowski by Submission (Kimura) in 3:20 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Kenji Akita defeats Brian Berkley by Submission (Kimura) in 1:51 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 64 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Wallace Everett at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Kenji Akita by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 2. Kenji Akita defeats Norberto by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:19 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 20: Nakamura vs. Wijaya (November 2001) #8. Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (16-3) Sammy Gaffigan was originally a kick boxer, but toured the Far East in his early twenties and picked up many different martial arts techniques. He has successfully blended them together to make a unique and highly dangerous style, one that places the emphasis on staying calm and utilizing precision strikes for maximum damage. A star for XCC, he is a former Featherweight champion and is famous for producing dramatic, exciting fights. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Clint Royle by TKO (Strikes) in 4:56 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Bobby Castillo by TKO (Strikes) in 1:27 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 63 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ikeda Kenkichio at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Azor Portela Nunes by TKO in 1:29 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Nunes (August 1997) 2. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Shuler Eigenberg by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Eigenberg (March 1998) 3. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Philip Ziskie by TKO (Strikes) in 4:11 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Ziskie vs. Gaffigan (August 1998) Sammy Gaffigan Won The XCC Featherweight Title 4. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Dominic Ash by Knock Out (Kick) in 3:56 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Ash (February 1999) Sammy Gaffigan Retains The XCC Featherweight Title 5. Easton Frye defeats Sammy Gaffigan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Excellent) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Frye (March 2000) Easton Frye Won The XCC Featherweight Title 6. Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Sammy Gaffigan by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) 7. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Frank Romita by TKO (Strikes) in 2:09 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) XCC: Weatherly vs. Smith (July 2001) #7. "The Miniature Killer" Jason Dalglish (23-5) Jason Dalglish is a very small, scrappy young Featherweight who is nonetheless not someone to be taken lightly. A strong Jiu-Jitsu background gives him submission skills that can end a match in an instant, and he has proven to be a very tough opponent to finish off. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Jason Dalglish defeats Gonzalo Ramos by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 32 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Jason Dalglish defeats Marcus Speed by Submission (Rear Nake Choke) in 2:24 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 66 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Tyler Aidi at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 Other Results: 1. Lars Bohlin defeats Jason Dalglish by TKO (Strikes) in 3:34 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Dalglish (February 1997) Lars Bohlin Won The SIGMA Featherweight Title 2. Jason Dalglish defeats Manish Khan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Mellberg (February 2001) 3. Jason Dalglish defeats Francesco Marazzina by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Basora vs. Mueller (August 2001) #6. Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (27-5) Luiz Machado is a dedicated student of BJJ, who has excellent submission skills and is well known for his ability to work from 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Luiz Machado defeats Chan Siu-wei by Submission (Kimura) in 0:48 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 32 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Luiz Machado defeats Hyobe Kamioka by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 66 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Gerrit Dudok at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Philip Ziskie defeats Luiz Machado by TKO in 2:58 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Ziskie vs. Machado (April 1997) Philip Ziskie Won The XCC Featherweight Title 2. Luiz Machado defeats Campbell Crane by Submission (Armbar) in 2:02 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Ash (February 1999) 3. Luiz Machado defeats Ivan Bokhour by Submission (Kimura) in 1:59 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) XCC: Southall vs. Smith (December 1999) 4. Luiz Machado defeats Easton Frye by Submission (Triangle) in 3:18 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) XCC: Frye vs. Machado (December 2000) Luiz Machado Won The XCC Featherweight Title 5. Philip Ziskie defeats Luiz Machado by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) Philip Ziskie Won The XCC Featherweight Title #5. Masahiro Maeno (22-5) Masahiro Maeno is small for the Featherweight division that he competes in. A Japanese submission fighter who 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Masahiro Maeno defeats Mark Lee by Submission (Kneebar) in 2:53 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Masahiro Maeno defeats Roger Bean by Submission (Kneebar) in 4:45 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 65 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Yagi Jokichi at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Yoshiro Makamori defeats Masahiro Maeno by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 6: Makamori vs. Maeno (August 1998) 2. Li-Kong Ho defeats Masahiro Maeno by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:32 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) 3. Masahiro Maeno defeats Yoshiro Makamori by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:30 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 19: Togo vs. Mamanee (August 2001) #4. "Little Dragon" Li-Kong Ho (23-2) Li-Kong Ho is one of the most popular fighters in Asia and a cult hero in his home country 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Li-Kong Ho defeats Taizoh Chung Man by Submission (Kimura) in 1:56 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Li-Kong Ho defeats Freddy Lomax by Submission (Armbar) in 1:43 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 64 (November 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Lamont Banner at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 Other Results: 1. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Li-Kong Ho by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 4: Takeuchi vs. Ho (February 1998) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 2. Li-Kong Ho defeats Masahiro Maeno by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:32 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) 3. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Li-Kong Ho by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) KDM FC 18: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title #3. "Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (24-2) 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 arguably the best in the world at that weight class. He isn't the most entertaining, clearly being a case of safety first, but it is undeniable that it works extremely well. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Hercules Zerbini by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:52 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Ryan Landingham by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 9 (Rated: Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 65 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Harvey Ripa at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Norberto by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 2: Takeuchi vs. Norberto (June 1997) Tomohiro Takeuchi Won The KDM FC Featherweight Title 2. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Li-Kong Ho by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 4: Takeuchi vs. Ho (February 1998) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 3. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Cong Dun by TKO (Strikes) in 1:52 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 7: Takeuchi vs. Dun (December 1998) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 4. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Yoshiro Makamori by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 11: Takeuchi vs. Makamori (October 1999) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 5. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Chan Wan Wah by TKO (Strikes) in 3:40 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) KDM FC 14: Takeuchi vs. Wah (August 2000) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 6. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Kenji Akita by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 7. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeast Li-Kong Ho by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated Poor) KDM FC 18: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) Tomohiro Takeuchi Retains The KDM FC Featherweight Title 2. "Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (54-7) Lars Bohlin is a veteran of the sport, who 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Lars Bohlin defeats Quincy McGarry by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 9 (Rated: Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 32 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Lars Bohlin defeats Peter Porter by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:35 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 66 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Josuke Hino at Canadian Tournament Combat 100 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Lars Bohlin defeats Jason Dalglish by TKO (Strikes) in 3:34 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Dalglish (February 1997) Lars Bohlin Won The SIGMA Featherweight Title 2. Lars Bohlin defeats Alvaro Negredo by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Negredo (November 1997) Lars Bohlin Retains The SIGMA Featherweight Title 3. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Lars Bohlin by TKO (Strikes) in 2:08 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Gunnarsson (October 1998) Snorri Gunnarsson Won The SIGMA Featherweight Title 4. Lars Bohlin defeats Heiko Pander by Submission (Triangle) in 2:59 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Ivanov vs. Oktay (December 2000) 5. Lars Bohlin defeats Snorri Gunnarsson by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Very Poor) SIGMA: Gunnarsson vs Bohlin II (April 2001) Lars Bohlin Won The SIGMA Featherweight Title 6. Lars Bohlin defeats Snorri Gunnarsson by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) SIGMA: Bohlin vs. Gunnarsson III (December 2001) Lars Bohlin Retains The SIGMA Featherweight Title #1. Philip "Kid" Ziskie (24-2-1) Philip Ziskie is widely considered to be the best Featherweight in the world, and has found great success through 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. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Philip Ziskie defeats Tommy Ray by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:39 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (June 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament 2. Philip Ziskie defeats Ward Maloprop by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 63 (November 2002) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Alvaro Negredo at Canadian Tournament Combat 99 Other Results: 1. Philip Ziskie defeats Luiz Machado by TKO in 2:58 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Ziskie vs. Machado (April 1997) Philip Ziskie Won The XCC Featherweight Title 2. Philip Ziskie defeats Rafael Tavares by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) XCC: Ziskie vs. Tavares (November 1997) Philip Ziskie Retains The XCC Featherweight Title 3. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Philip Ziskie by TKO (Strikes) in 4:11 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Ziskie vs. Gaffigan (August 1998) Sammy Gaffigan Won The XCC Featherweight Title 4. Philip Ziskie defeats Coltrane Aaronson by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:25 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) XCC: Dickering vs. Champion (August 1999) 5. Philip Ziskie defeats Jamie Hewitt by TKO (Strikes) in 3:47 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) XCC: Dickering vs. Claremont (June 2000) 6. Philip Ziskie defeats Azor Portela Nunes by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 7. Philip Ziskie defeats Luiz Machado by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) Philip Ziskie Won The XCC Featherweight Title 8. Philip Ziskie defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:01 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) Philip Ziskie Retains The XCC Featherweight Title Unranked Fighters Beau LuPone (7-3, 0-1 CTC) Benoit LeMarche (3-1, 1-1 CTC) Buck Graham (3-1, 1-1 CTC) Foggy Lee (12-3, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Rafael Tavares at Canadian Tournament Combat 99) Hans Christian Bloch (9-1, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Anthony Ray Shenkman at Canadian Tournament Combat 100) Ikeda Kenkichio (7-1, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Sammy Gaffigan at Candian Tournament Combat 99) Ivan Bokhour (10-2, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Yoshiro Makamori at Canadian Tournament Combat 99) Kei Maki (10-1, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Frank Romita at Canadian Tournament Combat 100) Richie Stiller (6-4, 0-1 CTC) Roger Bean (9-1, 1-1 CTC) Tyler Aidi (9-1, 1-1 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Jason Dalglish at Canadian Tournament Combat 100) Wallace Everett (11-2, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Kenji Akita at Canadian Tournament Combat 99) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 15, 2023 Author Share Posted August 15, 2023 Friday, Week 3, November 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Brian "Barrage" Claremont (10-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -1020) vs. Masazou Nonaka (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Underdog: +810) Brian Claremont is a power puncher, who earned his nickname in rapid fashion when people saw his fighting style, never taking a step back, he comes out swinging and doesn't stop until someone is knocked out. It may not be the best long-term strategy, but for the time being it makes him one of the most dangerous opponents to face. XCC signedd him to their Bantamweight division in 1999, and he beat Britt Dickering to capture the tite in his second fight with the company. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Ray Bellinger in XCC. Masazou Nonaka is a young Japanese Bantamweight, a Jiu-Jitsu student who loves to engage in battles of human chess on the ground. Very small at only 5'4", his lack of reach means that he's vulnerable in striking battles even though he does possess some tidy boxing. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Blas Suarez vs. Ashihei Bando in the Second Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Stiffy Little (10-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -560) vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Underdog: +440) Stiffy Little is a bad ass ground and pound specialist from Toronto who has been smashing through most of the Bantamweight division since 1996. XCC signed him in 1999 and he proceeded to plough through the division before being stopped in his tracks by a motivated Brian Claremont. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Brian Claremont in XCC. Nadir Mendes Ferreira is a boxer from Brazil, and does his best work on his feet, blitzing his opponents with a high volume of punches to keep them off balance and under pressure. If he can develope some wrestling and ground defence, Ferreira could become a real handful. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Mitchell Bryan vs. Dallin Friedland in the Second Round. MAIN CARD CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Markus Waller (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Favorite: -450) vs. Maya Asgar (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Underdog: +350) Markus Waller is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who placed highly in the world championships in 1996, and is of course one of the most dangerous MMA competitors on the ground, especially off his back. The rest of his MMA game is a work in progress, and if he can raise them to a competent level he could become a top contender. He joined XCC in 1999 as part of their newly launched Bantamweight division, dropping from his normal Featherweight class. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Britt Dickering in XCC. Maya Asgar is a judoka from the Philippines who has a particularly fearsome guillotine choke. Good on the ground and in the clinch, his main problem is that his striking is slow and awkward. Formerly a Featherweight, he dropped to Bantamweight in mid-1999 in order to join KDM FC's new division. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Tito del Sol in KDM FC. The winner of this fight will face #2 Ranked Roddy Wickham in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Blas "The Coyote" Suarez (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -190) vs. Ashihei Bando (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Underdog: +150) Blas Suarez is a scrappy little wrestler, who is all about control, loving nothing more than to grab hold of an opponent early in the round and not let go until the end. He is a tough opponent to fight because of that tenacity. Ashihei Bando is a judoka from Kitakyushu in Japan, who likes to use his trip and throw takedowns to set up submission attacks. Very slight in build, Bando is prone to getting overwhelmed and bullied by bigger grapplers, but by the same token is often underestimated, and has been known to catch people unawares with submissions. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Brian Claremont vs. Masazou Nonaka in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Mantis" Po-Han Yue (8-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Underdog: +390) vs. John "The Mad" Hatter (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -490) Po-Han Yue proves that appearances can be decieving. He looks like he should be a pushover but is in fact a great striker who can chop much bigger fighters down with his precision leg kicks. He was part of KDM FC's initial Bantamweight roster, and got his first title shot in April 2000, unfortunately for him, he was beaten by the champion, Sophan Sastrowardoya. He has since fallen out of the title picture completely. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a third round TKO loss to Apolonio Redondo Jr in KDM FC. John Hatter is a Texas who has been fighting since 1999. An all-rounder, his years of experience in Judo gives him an excellent base from which to work and make him extremely hard to take down. Noted for his great cardio and work ethic, Hatter is one for the future. The winner of this fight will face #9 Ranked Aubrey Bassington-Bassington in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Mitchell "Boom" Bryan (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Touranment Seed: #16, Favorite: -820) vs. Dallin Friedland (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Underdog: +650) Mitchell Bryan is a Muay Thai fighter from Atlanta, Georgia. A sharp striker who loves to use leg kicks, he joined XCC's new Bantamweight division when it opened in June 1999. His debut saw him lose for the first time in his career, to future champion Brian Claremont, but he has been on a tear since then and looks like he'll be a major threat to titles in a few years. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Jez Worplesdon in XCC. Dallin Friedland is a striker from Northern Ireland, who has quick hands and is pretty elusive, by really lacks any sort of substantial attacking threat because he simply doesn't hit very hard. The rest of his MMA game is bordering on non-existent. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Stiffy Little vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Lito Alcala (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -400) vs. Stefan "Stealth Ninja" Champion (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Underdog: +310) Lito Alcala is a youngster who is best described as a jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none. He is good at just about every aspect of MMA, which makes him a tough opponent, but isn't great at any one specific item to make him truly dangerous. Having started his career as a Featherweight, he dropped to Bantamweight in 1999 in order to be part of KDM FC's new division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Sinthaweechai Miprathang in KDM FC. Stefan Champion is a Jiu-Jitsu student who can cause opponents a lot of discomfort on the ground if underestimated. He is elusive on his feet too, which is just as well given that he lacks any sort of power in his hands and so is little threat in a stand-up battle. Originally a Featherweight, he dropped to his more natural home of Bantamweight in June 1999 when XCC opened their new division. The "Stealth Ninja" fought for the new title just two months later, but lost to Britt Dickering. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Mitchell Bryan in XCC. The winner of this fight will face #1 ranked Willy Bassett in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kawin Kayem (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Underdog: +100) vs. Bonzo "Gonzo" Anstruther (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Favorite: -130) Kawin Kayem is a fast rising Bantamweight star, a Muay Thai killer who can absolutely batter opponents into submission with his great kicks. Boasting a fantastic look, he was a natural addition to the KDM FC 135lb division when it was launched in 1999. His rise to the top was stalled somewhat by his first loss, a submission defeat to Ryozo Ozawa, but odds are that he will return stronger and better in the future. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Ryozo Ozawa in KDM FC. Bonzo Anstruther is a BJJ student, who is best known for being part of the original XCC Bantamweight division line-up. He has some skills on the ground, but his woeful stand-up is a major, major weakness, albeit one that he is clearly working hard to improve. He is coming off a Majority Decision victory over D'Arcy Spode in XCC. The winner of this fight will face #5 Ranked Ray Bellinger in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kim Wiriyaudomsiri (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -150) vs. Tossapol Puangchan (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Underdog: +100) Kim Wiriyaudomsiri is a wrestler who is pretty limited, his only real threat coming from his ability to control opponents with top control to take wins via the scorecards. He has been part of KDM FC's Bantamweight division since it opened in 1999 and, to be absolutely fair to him, has not only managed to make the most of his limited skills and be pretty successful but has also shown signs of improving his overall game. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai in KDM FC. Tossapol Puangchan is a potential future star, a high calibre Taekwondo fighter who brings a fearsome intensity to his bouts, going after opponents with a real kill or be killed mentality. He will probably need to build the rest of his MMA game up as he is a little one-dimensional, but for now he is an exciting prospect. Signing for KDM FC in 2000, people are already talking about Puangchan as a future champion. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Suporn Yooyen in KDM FC. The winner of this fight will face #4 Ranked Zach Steggles in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ronnarit Mamanee (14-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Favorite: -430) vs. Tsunahei Ogawa (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +340) Ronnarit Mamanee is a Taekwondo fighter from Bangkok, one of the many Thai's that were brought in to star in KDM FC's new Bantamweight division in 1999. Ranked amongst the top fifteen in the world at that weight, he is a decent enough striker but his terrible ground game and poor grappling are definitely major weak points. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Kanji Togo in a KDM FC Bantamweight Title bout. Tsunahei Ogawa is a Japanese competitor whose background is in freestyle wrestling. He's decent enough when engaging in grappling, but his awful striking is a real area of concern. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Dominic Ash vs. Kameo Oya in the Second Round. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Dominic "The Smash" Ash (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Underdog: +100) vs. Kameo Oya (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Favorite: -110) Dominic Ash was a fairly late convert to MMA, who used to be a decent pro boxer before deciding to switch sports after seeing a GAMMA event on television at a bar. He's a very good technical boxer, with great movement, hand speed and technique, but is lacking in other aspects of MMA. He does, however, have a good sprawl, and that helps him keep fights standing. He began his career as a Featherweight, but after losing his one and only title shot, (against Sammy Gaffigan) in 1999 he dropped down to Bantamweight instead. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Roddy Wickham in XCC. Kameo Oya is a rising star in Japanese MMA, who combines good wrestling with dangerously powerful punches. Known for his hyper aggressive approach to fighting, many feel Oya could develope into one of the best Bantamweights in the world. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ronnarit Mamanee vs. Tsunahei Ogawa in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Supachai Thamsatchanan (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Favorite: -1180) vs. Ade "Thrasher" Travers (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Underdog: +940) Supachai Thamsatchanan is a high quality Shaolin Kung Fu fighter, who looks like he could be one of the future stars of MMA. A Bantamweight, he is especially deadly at using his amazing array of kicks to destroy opponents. He joined KDM FC in 2000 and has swiftly moved up the 135lbs rankings. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Suporn Yooyen in KDM FC. Ade Travers is a kick boxing Bantamweight who turned pro in 1997. A decent enough striker, he will need to improve the other aspects of his MMA game if he ever wants to be a top MMA fighter. He has been fighting for XCC since they opened their Bantamweight division in 1999. He is coming off back-to-back losses to Riveron Potter-Pirbright in XCC. The winner of this fight will face #8 Ranked Gus Waters in the Second Round. Weigh-In Results Brian Claremont (135 lbs) vs. Masazou Nonaka (135 lbs) Stiffy Little (135 lbs) vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira (135 lbs) Markus Waller (135 lbs) vs. Maya Asgar (135 lbs) Blas Suarez (135 lbs) vs. Ashihei Bando (135 lbs) Po-Han Yue (135 lbs) vs. John Hatter (135 lbs) Mitchell Bryan (135 lbs) vs. Dallin Friedland (135 lbs) Lito Alcala (135 lbs) vs. Stefan Champion (135 lbs) Kawin Kayem (135 lbs) vs. Bonzo Anstruther (135 lbs) Kim Wiriyaudomsiri (135 lbs) vs. Tossapol Puangchan (135 lbs) Ronnarit Mamanee (135 lbs) vs. Tsunahei Ogawa (135 lbs) Dominic Ash (135 lbs) vs. Kameo Oya (135 lbs) Supachai Thamsatchanan (135 lbs) vs. Ade Travers (135 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 67 Full Fight Card BW: Brian Claremont vs. Masazou Nonaka BW: Stiffy Little vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira BW: Markus Waller vs. Maya Asgar BW: Blas Suarez vs. Ashihei Bando BW: Po-Han Yue vs. John Hatter BW: Mitchell Bryan vs. Dallin Friedland BW: Lito Alcala vs. Stefan Champion BW: Kawin Kayem vs. Bonzo Anstruther BW: Kim Wiriyaudomsiri vs. Tossapol Puangchan BW: Ronnarit Mamanee vs. Tsunahei Ogawa BW: Dominic Ash vs. Kameo Oya BW: Supachai Thamsatchanan vs. Ade Travers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 Friday, Week 3, November 2002 Live From Calgary, Alberta PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Supachai Thamsatchanan (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Favorite: -1180) vs. Ade "Thrasher" Travers (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Charlotte, North Carolina, Underdog: +940) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The preliminary fights start with Supachai Thamsatchanan against Ade 'Thrasher' Travers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Alan Allen, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Thamsatchanan counters a right hand with a jab and a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 03:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Travers misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Thamsatchanan attacks with a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Travers misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Thamsatchanan to attack with a right head kick that did damage. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Travers covers up...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt! (Rd 1 - 03:19) Thamsatchanan steps in to capitalise and unleashes a right high kick, but Travers steps back far enough to avoid it by a fraction of an inch. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Travers clears his head and circles back to the center. (Rd 1 - 03:02) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Thamsatchanan raises his arms and plays to the crowd, never taking his eyes off his opponent. (Rd 1 - 02:34) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:01) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Travers misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Thamsatchanan attacks with a quick left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:35) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Thamsatchanan uses a body kick but it is parried away. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Travers is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:14) There's a takedown attempt from Thamsatchanan. (Rd 1 - 01:14) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Travers is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Thamsatchanan unloads with big rights and Travers is getting rocked! (Rd 1 - 00:45) Thamsatchanan looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Travers can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Thamsatchanan at half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Travers made it as hard as possible and is really concentrating on trying to slow Thamsatchanan down. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Good effort there, that was a very exciting round to watch. More please! (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Thamsatchanan took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Thamsatchanan 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 Travers from this point onward. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Travers misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Thamsatchanan comes in with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Travers can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Thamsatchanan with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Thamsatchanan fools Travers with a feint. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Thamsatchanan dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Thamsatchanan chooses to shoot in on Travers. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Thamsatchanan has the takedown! Travers pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Thamsatchanan pounds away and Travers eats a few big strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Thamsatchanan fires away with punches, but Travers deals with them fairly well. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Thamsatchanan pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Travers. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Thamsatchanan pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Thamsatchanan tries to pound on Travers, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Thamsatchanan fires off some rights, but Travers isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Thamsatchanan throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Thamsatchanan attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:38) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Thamsatchanan tries to lock Travers in a kimura. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Thamsatchanan gets the kimura fully applied and Travers has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:11) The winner, by submission; Supachai Thamsatchanan! Official Result: Supachai Thamsatchanan defeats Ade 'Thrasher' Travers (Submission (Kimura) in 4:49 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Supachai Thamsatchanan praises his team at Tai Sheng Men Society, 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. VS. Dominic "The Smash" Ash (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Underdog: +100) vs. Kameo Oya (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Dominic 'The Smash' Ash takes on Kameo Oya in the CTC Bantamweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Oya rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin. (Rd 1 - 04:55) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Oya misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 04:15) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Oya misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:51) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Oya misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Ash comes in with a right jab and a hook to the body that fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Ash slips past a right hook and counters with a nice left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Ash hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Oya hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:41) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Oya misses with a big right hand, allowing Ash to counter with a nice right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Oya appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Oya hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Ash doesn't connect with a right jab but lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Ash slips past a right hook and counters with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Ash slips past a right hook and counters with a right jab and a right hook to the side of the body. (Rd 1 - 01:31) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Oya is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Showing his speed, Ash hits a nice four punch combination. (Rd 1 - 00:36) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Ash lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Oya misses a jab but connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:19) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Ash dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:01) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Ash dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a solid left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Ash took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Oya. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:50) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 04:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Oya misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Oya misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ash to attack with a right jab and a right hook to the side of the body. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Oya is being totally outstruck so far in this fight. (Rd 2 - 03:51) He has a puncher's chance though, of course - anyone with that much power in their hands always does. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Ash dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick right jab and a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Oya misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ash attacks with a jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm. (Rd 2 - 03:00) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Oya buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Ash dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a good left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:00) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Oya. (Rd 2 - 02:45) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Oya misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook to the side of the body. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Ash has a left hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Oya throws a two punch combination but Ash maintains his good guard and is safe. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Ash slips past a right hook and counters with a right jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Oya misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ash attacks with a nice left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Oya misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ash to attack with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a good left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:23) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Ash misses a jab and also doesn't reach with a hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Ash deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Ash counters a right hand with a solid left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Oya is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 00:46) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Ash slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with two jabs that are followed by a solid left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:23) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Ash tries to go to the body but doesn't reach. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Ash shows his good guard by absorbing a two punch flurry. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Oya lands a one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Displaying his quick hands, Ash lights up his opponent with five quick punches. (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 Ash. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Ash. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Oya. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:54) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Ash counters a right hand with a right jab and a right to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:32) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Oya doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Ash scores with two punches out of a flurry and then scores with a right hook to the side of the body. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Ash is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 04:15) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Oya doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Ash finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Oya misses with a big right hand, allowing Ash to counter with a few quick jabs that are followed by a left hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 3 - 02:57) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Oya misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Ash comes in with a nice right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:36) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 3 - 02:04) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Ash connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Oya hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 01:47) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 3 - 01:22) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 3 - 00:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Oya misses with a big right hand, allowing Ash to counter with a quick right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Ash counters a right hand with two jabs that are followed by a hook to the body that fails to land. (Rd 3 - 00:23) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (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 Ash. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Oya 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 - 04:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Oya misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ash attacks with a jab and a good left hand. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Ash goes to the body with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Oya misses with a left jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:20) That last shot may have done some damage, Ash is backing off and looks totally dazed! (Rd 4 - 04:20) Oya tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but just misses. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Ash scores with a great left hook. Oya hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Oya misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ash attacks with a right jab and a left hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Oya wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Ash is already advancing to try and finish! (Rd 4 - 03:28) Oya eats a left hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright! (Rd 4 - 03:23) Ash smashes Oya with a big left hand through the guard! Oya can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 4 - 03:23) The referee pulls Ash away, stopping the fight! Oya is left slumped against the cage, dazed and wobbling. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Oya took more shots than necessary, in my opinion the referee should have gotten in there quicker. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Dominic Ash takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Dominic 'The Smash' Ash defeats Kameo Oya (TKO (Strikes) in 1:44 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Dominic Ash gives a name-check to everyone at Pittsburgh Steel, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Dominic Ash says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ronnarit Mamanee (14-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Favorite: -430) vs. Tsunahei Ogawa (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +340) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Ronnarit Mamanee squaring off with Tsunahei Ogawa. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, 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) Mamanee lands a right jab, but Ogawa avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Ogawa clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Mamanee can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Ogawa, backing off, hits two weak right hands. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Mamanee can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Ogawa appeared to be going for a takedown, but Mamanee took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:10) A jab hits home from Mamanee and then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Ogawa lands a couple of weak right hands that barely registered. (Rd 1 - 03:55) A jab hits home from Mamanee and then he lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Mamanee throws a punch but Ogawa was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Mamanee comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Mamanee lands a jab and then catches Ogawa with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:01) A jab hits home from Mamanee and then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Mamanee lands a right hand and then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Ogawa hits a tentative right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Mamanee hits a right hand, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Mamanee uses a right jab, but Ogawa avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Circling, Ogawa clearly wants to shoot in but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Mamanee hits a right hand, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Ogawa chooses to shoot in on Mamanee. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Ogawa gets the takedown! Mamanee pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Ogawa lies on top of Mamanee, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Ogawa lies on top of Mamanee, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Ogawa keeps tight to Mamanee, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Ogawa deflects a couple of punches that Mamanee threw from below. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Mamanee, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:53) Mamanee closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:53) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Ogawa, but Mamanee was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Mamanee can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Ogawa with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Ogawa comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:30) The takedown is successful, Mamanee pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Ogawa keeps very tight to Mamanee and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Mamanee throws out some punches, but Ogawa leans back to avoid them. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Ogawa keeps very tight to Mamanee, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Mamanee tries to pull Ogawa in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Ogawa keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Mamanee tries to pull Ogawa in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 2 - 02:52) The clock runs down as Mamanee is being smothered against the ground by Ogawa. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Ogawa fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Mamanee tries to catch Ogawa with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 2 - 01:40) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Ogawa keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Mamanee tries to pull Ogawa in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 2 - 01:14) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Ogawa looked like he was going to shoot, but Mamanee simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Mamanee lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Mamanee lands a right hand and then catches Ogawa with a crunching left hook. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Ogawa comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Ogawa gets the takedown! Mamanee pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Mamanee is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Ogawa off of him. (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 Ogawa. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:52) Ogawa keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Mamanee can't connect with a jab, but then hits Ogawa with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 3 - 04:37) A jab is wide from Mamanee, but then he hits Ogawa with a straight left. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Mamanee uses a right jab, but Ogawa catches the low kick that it set up! (Rd 3 - 04:07) Holding the leg, Ogawa tries for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:07) He has the takedown! Mamanee has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Ogawa keeps very tight to Mamanee, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Ogawa leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Mamanee. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Ogawa lies on top of Mamanee, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Ogawa smothers Mamanee with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 02:38) The clock runs down as Mamanee is being smothered against the ground by Ogawa. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Time slips away as Ogawa successfully keeps Mamanee stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 01:34) The lack of progress forces referee Harry A. Bierce to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Mamanee is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 01:23) A jab hits home from Mamanee and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Ogawa. (Rd 3 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Ogawa lands a couple of weak right hands that barely registered. (Rd 3 - 00:59) A jab is wide from Mamanee, but then he catches Ogawa with a crunching left hook. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Mamanee uses a right jab, but Ogawa avoids a big left. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Glaring at Ogawa, Mamanee motions for him to come on and attack. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Mamanee steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Mamanee fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Ogawa with a straight left. (Rd 3 - 00:10) Mamanee can't connect with a jab, but then catches Ogawa with a left hook. (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 Mamanee, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Mamanee up 29-28. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:51) Mamanee moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 4 - 04:51) A jab is wide from Mamanee, but then he scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Mamanee closes in on Ogawa, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Ogawa looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Mamanee simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Mamanee connects with a nice jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Mamanee uses a right jab, but Ogawa avoids a big left. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Mamanee lands a right hand and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Ogawa looked like he was going to shoot, but Mamanee simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Mamanee lands a right hand and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 03:28) A few deep breaths betray that Mamanee is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Mamanee can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Mamanee connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 02:45) A jab hits home from Mamanee and then he hits Ogawa with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 4 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:22) Mamanee lands a right hand and then hits Ogawa with a straight left. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Ogawa keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Mamanee hits a right jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Mamanee closes in on Ogawa, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Ogawa looked like he was going to shoot, but Mamanee simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Mamanee lands a right hand and then catches Ogawa with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 01:36) Mamanee is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Mamanee lands a right hand and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 4 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Mamanee steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Ogawa may have been aiming to get in close, but Mamanee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Mamanee connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Mamanee connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 00:16) Mamanee moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 4 - 00:16) Ogawa appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Mamanee took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:16) Mamanee connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (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 Mamanee. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Ogawa realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:46) Mamanee fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Ogawa shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:29) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Mamanee pulling guard. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Ogawa lies on top of Mamanee, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 03:48) Ogawa smothers Mamanee with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 03:27) Ogawa lies on top of Mamanee, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:51) Ogawa unloads with elbows, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Mamanee tries to get double underhooks on Ogawa so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 5 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:28) Ogawa lies on top of Mamanee, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:03) Ogawa lies on top of Mamanee, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 01:32) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 5 - 01:26) Ogawa shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:26) Ogawa gets the takedown! Mamanee pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 01:26) Mamanee hasn't stopped a single takedown yet. (Rd 5 - 01:19) The clock runs down as Mamanee is being smothered against the ground by Ogawa. (Rd 5 - 00:42) Mamanee is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Ogawa off of him. (Rd 5 - 00:14) Ogawa smothers Mamanee 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) That round goes to Ogawa, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 48-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 48-46 (Benjamin Milligan III) and 48-47 (Alan Allen). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Ronnarit Mamanee the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Ronnarit Mamanee defeats Tsunahei Ogawa (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Ronnarit Mamanee gives a name-check to everyone at Tai Sheng Men Society, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and replies that Riveron Potter-Pirbright had better get prepared because he is coming for him. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Kim Wiriyaudomsiri (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Favorite: -150) vs. Tossapol Puangchan (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Underdog: +110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Kim Wiriyaudomsiri goes up against Tossapol Puangchan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Alan Allen, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Puangchan can't connect with a jab, but then hits Wiriyaudomsiri with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Wiriyaudomsiri comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:36) The takedown is successful, Puangchan pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Puangchan is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Wiriyaudomsiri off of him. (Rd 1 - 04:08) The clock runs down as Puangchan is being smothered against the ground by Wiriyaudomsiri. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Wiriyaudomsiri throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Puangchan throws out some punches, but Wiriyaudomsiri leans back to avoid them. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Puangchan is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Wiriyaudomsiri off of him. (Rd 1 - 02:17) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Puangchan closes in on Wiriyaudomsiri, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Wiriyaudomsiri scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Puangchan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Wiriyaudomsiri with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Wiriyaudomsiri backs off, dazed but alert enough to cover up! Puangchan follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now! (Rd 1 - 02:02) Wiriyaudomsiri takes a right hand! (Rd 1 - 01:55) Puangchan throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Wiriyaudomsiri, but he is just able to step back avoid it. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Wiriyaudomsiri manages to clear his head and circle away, back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:42) A jab is wide from Puangchan, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Puangchan lands two jabs, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Puangchan uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:47) A jab is wide from Puangchan, but then he hits Wiriyaudomsiri with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Puangchan steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Wiriyaudomsiri, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Puangchan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a massive right head kick! (Rd 1 - 00:25) It's a knock out! Wiriyaudomsiri is down and out! (Rd 1 - 00:17) By knock out, the winner is Tossapol Puangchan! Official Result: Tossapol Puangchan defeats Kim Wiriyaudomsiri (Knock Out (Kick) in 4:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Tossapol Puangchan thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Tossapol Puangchan praises Wiriyaudomsiri for his skill and toughness. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Kawin Kayem (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Underdog: +100) vs. Bonzo "Gonzo" Anstruther (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Erie, Pennsylvania, Favorite: -130) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Kawin Kayem takes on Bonzo 'Gonzo' Anstruther. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kayem doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Kayem comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Anstruther throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Kayem and then he scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Kayem hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:16) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Kayem lands a jab and then catches Anstruther with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:39) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 03:16) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Anstruther misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kayem comes in with a glancing high kick. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Kayem moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Anstruther into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Anstruther manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Kayem fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Kayem steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Kayem moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Anstruther. (Rd 1 - 02:39) A jab is wide from Kayem, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:24) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Kayem has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Anstruther doesn't find the mark with a right hand, Kayem slipped past it. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Kayem moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Kayem hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:51) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Kayem lands a jab and then catches Anstruther with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Kayem lands a jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Kayem moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Kayem connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Anstruther misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Kayem attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Circling, Anstruther clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Kayem fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (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 Kayem. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Kayem doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Anstruther misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:26) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Kayem doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Anstruther has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Kayem counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:47) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Anstruther scores with a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Kayem finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Anstruther misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kayem comes in with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:02) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Kayem comes in fast with three quick punches, landing three of them, and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:07) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Kayem goes for a high kick but misses. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Anstruther tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Kayem lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Anstruther misses with a big right hand, allowing Kayem to counter with a left jab and a left hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:28) For the first time, Kayem is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 01:14) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Anstruther misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kayem comes in with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Anstruther uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Kayem lights up his opponent with four quick punches. (Rd 2 - 00:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Kayem slips past a right hook and counters with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kayem. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Kayem up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:45) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Anstruther misses with a big right hand, allowing Kayem to counter with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Kayem connects with a nice jab and then catches Anstruther with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Anstruther looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Kayem simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:09) A jab lands from Kayem, but Anstruther avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 03:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Kayem slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left hook. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Kayem slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Anstruther appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 3 - 03:07) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Anstruther misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kayem comes in with a left jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 02:45) A jab is wide from Kayem, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:27) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Kayem dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:14) For the first time, Anstruther is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 01:59) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Kayem opens Anstruther up with a feint. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Anstruther misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Kayem slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 01:13) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:38) A jab is wide from Kayem, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:21) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Anstruther misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kayem comes in with a left jab and a right hand. (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 Kayem. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Anstruther needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Anstruther is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Kayem slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Anstruther is being totally outstruck so far in this fight. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Anstruther moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Kayem lands a left jab, but Anstruther catches the low kick that it set up! (Rd 4 - 04:15) Seizing his chance, Anstruther attempts a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:15) The takedown is unsuccessful, Kayem pulled his leg free and stepped back to safety. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Anstruther keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Kayem fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Anstruther is limping a little bit. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Anstruther had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 03:27) A jab is wide from Kayem, but then he hits Anstruther with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Kayem can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a lovely right head kick. (Rd 4 - 03:04) Anstruther looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him! (Rd 4 - 03:04) Kayem is trying to lock Anstruther into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:04) Kayem achieves it, Anstruther could not fight out of it. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Kayem scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power. (Rd 4 - 02:34) Kayem misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Kayem blasts Anstruther with a big knee to the face! Anstruther falls to the ground, out cold! (Rd 4 - 01:52) The winner, by knock out, is Kawin Kayem! Official Result: Kawin Kayem defeats Bonzo 'Gonzo' Anstruther (Knock Out (Knee) in 3:08 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Kawin Kayem thanks everyone connected to Tai Sheng Men Society 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 wants Tossapol Puangchan, any time, any place, and is going to embarrass him. There's no doubt that Kawin Kayem benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Lito Alcala (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Manila, Philippines, Favorite: -400) vs. Stefan "Stealth Ninja" Champion (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Underdog: +310) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Lito Alcala squares off with Stefan 'Stealth Ninja' Champion. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Alcala counters a right hand with a left jab and a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Champion misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Backing off, Champion looks very wobbly, I think he may be hurt! (Rd 1 - 04:17) Alcala lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, Champion got a partial block that saved him. (Rd 1 - 03:56) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Champion hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Alcala uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 03:38) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Champion misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Alcala to attack with a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Alcala glances at his corner and gets a few words of encouragement in response. (Rd 1 - 03:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Champion misses a jab but connects with a right hand. Alcala uses a left jab but misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Alcala slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:45) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Alcala throws a couple of punches and a roundhouse kick to the body but Champion is too quick and moves out of range. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Alcala shows his good guard by absorbing a two punch flurry. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Alcala goes for a high kick but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Champion has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:57) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Champion misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Alcala attacks with a quick kick. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Alcala stalks forward, pressuring Champion. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Champion hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Alcala connects with a nice jab and then he catches Champion with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 01:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Alcala is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Champion throws two punches but Alcala has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Champion is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Alcala scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Champion is not able to compete with Alcala in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Champion tries to cover up but is very clearly wobbling! Here comes Alcala, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 1 - 00:24) A head kick lands hard, Champion falls to the ground and is in major trouble! (Rd 1 - 00:11) Alcala senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! (Rd 1 - 00:11) Alcala goes to work on Champion with incredibly vicious stomps and kicks, but somehow cannot finish him! (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by Alcala, a 10-8 round on my score card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Alcala moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Alcala hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Champion steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Alcala can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Champion backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him! (Rd 2 - 04:29) A huge right hand catches Champion behind the ear and sends him down! (Rd 2 - 04:16) Moving quickly, Alcala comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 2 - 04:16) Alcala hits several vicious stomps and kicks, but Champion incredibly weathers the storm! (Rd 2 - 04:00) Champion tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Alcala step back. (Rd 2 - 03:43) An up-kick makes Alcala think twice about advancing. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Champion tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Alcala step back. (Rd 2 - 03:15) An up-kick makes Alcala think twice about advancing. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Alcala steps back and allows Champion to stand back up. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Alcala is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Champion is limping a little bit. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Alcala can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Champion with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:16) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Alcala. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Champion takes the chance and grabs Alcala into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Using his wrestling skills, Champion is trying to push Alcala up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Alcala isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Using his wrestling skills, Alcala is trying to push Champion up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Champion ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Champion is trapped against the cage and Alcala hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Alcala uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Champion waits for Alcala to throw a knee, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Alcala now has his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Champion tries to keep him up against the cage, but Alcala works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Alcala looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Champion appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Alcala took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:20) A jab hits home from Alcala and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (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 Alcala, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Alcala up 20-17. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 05:00) Champion is limping noticeably. (Rd 3 - 04:53) Champion may have been aiming to get in close, but Alcala aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:53) Alcala hits two left jabs and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 04:43) Champion was rocked by that last shot! He backs away, covering up, but looks very unsteady! (Rd 3 - 04:43) Champion is dropped by a big right hook! (Rd 3 - 04:38) Alcala moves in quickly, kneeling beside Champion and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 3 - 04:38) Alcala pounds away with rights, Champion is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 3 - 04:38) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and stops the fight as Champion went limp! (Rd 3 - 04:26) Lito Alcala takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Lito Alcala defeats Stefan 'Stealth Ninja' Champion (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:34 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Lito Alcala 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 Ang Dong would be a particularly good contest. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Mitchell "Boom" Bryan (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Atlanta, Georgia, Favorite: -820) vs. Dallin Friedland (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +650) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Mitchell 'Boom' Bryan squares off with Dallin Friedland. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 04:14) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Friedland is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Set up with good movement, Bryan hits a two punch combination as cover for a quick leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:57) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Bryan slips past a right hook and counters with a crunching kick to the thigh. (Rd 1 - 03:42) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Friedland limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 1 - 03:12) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:49) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:12) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Bryan doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Bryan shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Friedland limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Friedland misses with a big right hand, allowing Bryan to counter with a jab and a right head kick that doesn't make contact. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Friedland is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Friedland misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Bryan to attack with a jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Friedland is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 1 - 01:05) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Friedland hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Bryan hits a jab and also 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 - 00:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Friedland buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Friedland misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Bryan dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Bryan finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Friedland can't catch Bryan, whose good head movement allows him to slip away from a two punch combination. (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 Bryan. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Bryan is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:47) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 2 - 04:31) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Bryan dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:10) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Friedland misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Bryan attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:10) A stand-up striking battle is doing Friedland no favours, Bryan is comfortably winning the exchanges so far in this fight. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Friedland limps pretty heavily as he circles around. (Rd 2 - 03:46) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Friedland has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 2 - 03:19) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Friedland scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Bryan hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 02:04) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Bryan slips past a right hook and counters with a left hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:43) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Bryan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a good kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 01:28) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Friedland misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Bryan attacks with a quick left jab and a low kick that narrowly misses. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Friedland is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Bryan lands a left jab and also lands a spin kick. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Limping heavily, Friedland is struggling to move around. (Rd 2 - 00:46) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:46) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Bryan is off-target with a jab and also fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Bryan shows his great guard by absorbing a two punch flurry. (Rd 2 - 00:31) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Friedland misses with a big right hand, allowing Bryan to counter with a left jab and a head kick that is off-target. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Bryan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a low kick that narrowly misses. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Bryan. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Bryan ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:46) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Friedland misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a hook to the body that fails to land. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Friedland limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 3 - 04:27) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Friedland is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Bryan slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Friedland limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 3 - 03:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Friedland scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Bryan hits a jab and also lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Friedland is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 3 - 03:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Bryan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Bryan is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 03:21) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:21) Friedland hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:21) Bryan scores with a jab and also connects with a quick head kick. (Rd 3 - 03:09) That last blow may have really hurt Friedland, he staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best he can! (Rd 3 - 03:09) Bryan is trying to lock Friedland into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Friedland is too groggy to fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Using the clinch, Bryan blasts Friedland with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Bryan tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Friedland isn't able to get free of the clinch either. (Rd 3 - 02:17) From the clinch, Bryan drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Friedland tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Bryan blasts Friedland with a big knee to the chest. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Friedland finally escapes the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Barely able to walk now, the damage Friedland has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 3 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:55) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Friedland misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:47) Friedland can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 00:33) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 00:09) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Friedland buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Friedland misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Bryan comes in with a left jab and a nice right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Bryan, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Friedland needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) A big black bruise on his side is evidence that the shots that Friedland has taken tonight have definitely been doing damage. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Friedland misses with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Bryan uses a left jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Friedland looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Bryan tries to get Friedland into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:42) He gets it, and now has Friedland in trouble. (Rd 4 - 04:24) From the clinch, Friedland gets caught with a massive knee to the chest. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Friedland blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:40) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Bryan blasts Friedland with a big knee to the chest. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Friedland blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:03) From the clinch, Bryan drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Friedland blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:11) From the clinch, Bryan drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Friedland pulls free of the clinch after taking a beating. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Breathing very hard now, Friedland is looking a little ragged. (Rd 4 - 01:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:48) Bryan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Friedland attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 4 - 01:28) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Friedland misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Bryan to attack with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Looking very tired, Friedland clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Bryan is trying to force Friedland into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Bryan manages it and now controls Friedland by the back of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Bryan blasts Friedland with a big knee to the chest. (Rd 4 - 00:41) Bryan keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike. (Rd 4 - 00:18) From the clinch, Friedland gets caught with a massive knee to the chest. (Rd 4 - 00:06) Friedland blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Bryan took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Friedland really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 04:54) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 04:18) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Friedland seems to be fighting against exhaustion, I'm not sure he has much left to give. (Rd 5 - 03:52) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Friedland misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Bryan comes in with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a quick kick. (Rd 5 - 03:37) Friedland 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 Bryan, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 5 - 03:37) Bryan is looking to get Friedland in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:37) Bryan manages it and now controls a very dazed Friedland by the back of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:24) From the clinch, Friedland gets caught with a massive knee to the chest. (Rd 5 - 03:06) Bryan misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:42) From the clinch, Bryan drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Friedland blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:50) Using the clinch, Bryan blasts Friedland with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Friedland looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Bryan loses his control of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Bryan is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 5 - 01:32) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Friedland gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Bryan uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:59) Bryan is trying to force Friedland into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:59) Bryan achieves it, Friedland could not fight out of it. (Rd 5 - 00:41) Using the clinch, Bryan hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Friedland. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Friedland blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (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 Bryan. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm), 50-45 (Millhouse Twain) and 50-44 (Reginald Wodehouse). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Mitchell 'Boom' Bryan! Official Result: Mitchell 'Boom' Bryan defeats Dallin Friedland (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Mitchell Bryan thanks everyone connected to Pittsburgh Steel for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Mitchell Bryan says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. He has the innate charisma that allows him to get a good reaction during these interviews. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Mantis" Po-Han Yue (8-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Batangas City, Philippines, Underdog: +390) vs. John "The Mad" Hatter (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Austin, Texas, Favorite: -490) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Mantis' Po-Han Yue faces John 'The Mad' Hatter. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Alan Allen, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Yue comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Hatter manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:45) A one-two from Yue fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:26) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Yue comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Yue bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Yue can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Hatter may have been aiming to get in close, but Yue aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Yue can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Circling warily, Hatter is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Yue lands a jab and then catches Hatter with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Yue connects with a jab, but misses with a left body kick. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Yue lands a right hand and then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Yue studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Yue closes in on Hatter, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Hatter had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Yue lands two right hands and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Yue steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Hatter tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Yue connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 01:09) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Yue misses a jab but lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Hatter is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:23) A jab is wide from Yue, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Hatter looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Yue simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Yue connects with two right hands and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Yue, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Yue 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 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Yue can't connect with a jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Hatter. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Yue hits a right jab and then scores with a spinning back kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Hatter keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Yue can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Yue studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Yue looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:41) It looked like we were about to see Hatter try and get some grappling started, but Yue was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Yue hits a right jab and then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Yue lands two jabs and then catches Hatter with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Yue is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 02:56) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Yue hits a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Hatter hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Yue comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Hatter manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Yue connects with a nice jab and then he lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Yue lands a right hand and then hits Hatter with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Yue comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Hatter fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Yue hits a right hand but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Circling, Hatter clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Yue fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Hatter with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 01:10) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Yue confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:46) A defensive jab hits from Hatter. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Yue connects with a nice jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Hatter. (Rd 2 - 00:29) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Yue lands two jabs and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Hatter. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Yue, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Yue is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:54) Yue lands a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Hatter clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Yue throws a punch but Hatter avoids it. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Seizing the opportunity, Hatter clinches. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Hatter tries to wrestle Yue backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Yue ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Yue takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Hatter presses Yue up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:04) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 3 - 02:53) Smothered against the cage, Yue cannot get free. (Rd 3 - 02:53) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 3 - 01:42) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:32) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Yue is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Yue misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Hatter was ready and manages to catch the kick! (Rd 3 - 01:08) Seeing his opportunity, Hatter tries to put Yue on the mat. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Hatter can't get Yue down and loses control of the leg in the process. (Rd 3 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:49) A jab is wide from Yue, but then he hits Hatter with a body kick. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Without taking too much damage, Hatter is able to clinch with Yue. (Rd 3 - 00:31) Hatter tries to wrestle Yue backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:31) He does so and now has Yue pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:19) With Yue stuck against the cage, Hatter tries to set up a judo-style throw. (Rd 3 - 00:19) An outside leg trip sweeps Yue down to the ground! (Rd 3 - 00:19) The takedown leaves Yue seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Hatter took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Yue up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:47) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Looking very tired, Yue clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Hatter looks to set up a judo throw. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Yue has no answer to a great hip throw, he is left down under side control! (Rd 4 - 04:18) Hatter begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Hatter takes the back instead, Yue rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Hatter tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Hatter flattens Yue out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 4 - 03:00) John Hatter takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: John 'The Mad' Hatter defeats 'The Mantis' Po-Han Yue (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:00 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: John Hatter gives a name-check to everyone at Shark Tank, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Maya Asgar, saying that "he can't beat me". John Hatter is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Blas "The Coyote" Suarez (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Guadalajara, Mexico, Favorite: -190) vs. Ashihei Bando (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kitakyushu, Japan, Underdog: +150) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Blas 'The Coyote' Suarez battles Ashihei Bando. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:54) Bando can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Bando lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Bando fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Bando moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:10) A jab hits home from Bando and then he catches Suarez with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Bando hits a left jab and then hits Suarez with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Bando lands a left hand and then catches Suarez with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Blood is visible on Suarez, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Suarez warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Bando lands a jab and then hits Suarez with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Bando closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:52) A jab lands from Bando, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Suarez appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Bando took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Bando hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Bando hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Suarez may have been aiming to get in close, but Bando aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:01) A punch from Bando fails to land. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Bando steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Suarez looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Bando simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Bando lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Bando connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Suarez looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Bando uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Bando throws a punch but Suarez was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 00:42) A jab hits home from Bando and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Suarez wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Bando lands a jab and then hits Suarez with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:20) With Suarez bleeding, referee Kyle Crisp pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 00:20) The doctor doesn't take long to come to the conclusion that the cut is a bad one, and the fight needs stopping! (Rd 1 - 00:20) Ashihei Bando takes the win by TKO due to a cut! Official Result: Ashihei Bando defeats Blas 'The Coyote' Suarez (TKO (Cut) in 4:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Ashihei Bando 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 BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Markus Waller (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Favorite: -450) vs. Maya Asgar (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Batangas City, Philippines, Underdog: +350) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Markus Waller taking on Maya Asgar. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Asgar gets fired up by his corner as the introductions are conducted. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Waller looked like he was about to shoot, but Asgar stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:34) With Waller controlled by the clinch, Asgar looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw. (Rd 1 - 04:34) An excellent outside leg trip sees Waller get thrown to the mat! (Rd 1 - 04:34) Waller gives up his back off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Asgar tries to put Waller in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Waller doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Asgar blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Asgar tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Waller defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Asgar blocks Waller as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Asgar attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Waller doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Asgar blocks Waller as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Asgar tries to put Waller in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Waller doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Waller tries to turn over and sweep Asgar but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Asgar tries to increase his control by applying a body triangle, but Waller fights it off. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Waller tries to turn over and sweep Asgar but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 00:11) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Asgar gets in close and clinches with Waller. (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 Asgar. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Asgar to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:46) Asgar steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Asgar attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Waller to the ground. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Waller is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard! (Rd 2 - 04:20) Looking to catch his breath, Asgar is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Waller transitions from half guard to full guard. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Asgar throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Waller attempts a triangle choke on Asgar from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 2 - 03:15) The triangle is locked in deep, Asgar has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 02:44) Markus Waller takes the win by submission! Official Result: Markus Waller defeats Maya Asgar (Submission (Triangle) in 2:16 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Markus Waller thanks everyone connected to Evolution MMA 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 he responds by calling out Ang Dong, saying he will take him out easily. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Stiffy Little (10-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -560) vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +440) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Stiffy Little goes up against Nadir Mendes Ferreira in the CTC Bantamweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Alan Allen, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Stepping in, Ferreira lands five quick punches and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:24) A flurry of three punches from Ferreira see them all connect and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Ferreira looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Attacking with a quick flurry, Ferreira lands three of three punches and then hits Little with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Little clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:39) A flurry of five punches from Ferreira see them all connect and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Circling warily, Little is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Ferreira fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Little keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Ferreira fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Little with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Attacking with a quick flurry, Ferreira lands four of five punches but Little evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Ferreira fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Little with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:48) A jab is wide from Ferreira, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Ferreira can't connect with a jab, but then hits Little with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Little looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Stepping in, Ferreira throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 01:21) Little is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 01:03) Ferreira moves in quickly, kneeling beside Little and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 1 - 01:03) Ferreira pounds away, Little is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 1 - 01:03) The referee jumps in and saves Little from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 00:51) Nadir Mendes Ferreira takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Nadir Mendes Ferreira defeats Stiffy Little (TKO (Strikes) in 4:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Nadir Mendes Ferreira 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 Markus Waller would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying. MAIN EVENT CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Brian "Barrage" Claremont (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Athens, Georgia, Favorite: -1020) vs. Masazou Nonaka (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +810) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Brian 'Barrage' Claremont squares off with Masazou Nonaka in the CTC Bantamweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Alan Allen, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Claremont looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) A tentative jab from Nonaka lands. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Claremont can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Claremont moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Claremont lands a jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Claremont confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Nonaka may have been aiming to get in close, but Claremont aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Claremont can't connect with a jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 04:09) Nonaka is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 04:04) Claremont moves in quickly, kneeling beside Nonaka and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 1 - 04:04) Claremont pounds away, Nonaka is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 1 - 04:04) Referee Harry A. Bierce is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 03:53) By TKO, the winner is Brian Claremont! Official Result: Brian 'Barrage' Claremont defeats Masazou Nonaka (TKO (Strikes) in 1:07 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Brian Claremont praises his team at Shark Tank, 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. Attendance: 210 Gate Reciepts: $16,632 Sponsorship: $23,513 Ad Revenue: $379,118 Merchandise: $4,220 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $81,890) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Brian Claremont $3,910 Masazou Nonaka $1,320 Nadir Mendes Ferreira $2,380 Stiffy Little $1,680 Markus Waller $7,720 Maya Asgar $1,920 SotN: Waller: $5,000 Ashihei Bando $2,210 Blas Suarez $1,800 John Hatter $12,890 Po-Han Yue $11,680 FotN: Both: $10,000 Mitchell Bryan $2,720 Dallin Friedland $1,560 Lito Alcala $2,380 Stefan Champion $1,680 Kawin Kayem $7,550 Bonzo Anstruther $1,920 KotN: Kayem: $5,000 Tossapol Puangchan $2,890 Kim Wiriyaudomsiri $1,560 Ronnarit Mamanee $2,550 Tsunahei Ogawa $1,920 Dominic Ash $2,100 Kameo Oya $1,600 Supachai Thamsatchanan $2,550 Ade Travers $1,400 Drug Testing: $13,512 Production: $22,768 Profit: $305,313 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 35% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -6.0% 86.0% (High Level Regional) USA -4.0% 86.0% (High Level Regional) UK -4.0% 82.2% (High Level Regional) Europe -2.5% 79.1% (High Level Regional) Australia -2.5% 76.9% (High Level Regional) Japan -4.0% 89.7% (High Level Regional) Asia -2.5% 80.2% (High Level Regional) Russia -1.2% 64.0% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico -2.5% 76.6% (High Level Regional) South America -4.0% 85.4% (High Level Regional) Central America -1.5% 72.9% (High Level Regional) Africa -1.2% 56.6% (Mid Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Masazou Nonaka, Maya Asgar, Blas Suarez, Po-Han Yue, Dallin Friedland, Stefan Champion, Bonzo Anstruther, Kim Wiriyaudomsiri, Tsunahei Ogawa, Kameo Oya, and Ade Travers. - The services of Stiffy Little have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows KDM FC 23: Ryan vs. Tsai (Friday, Week 3, November 2002 Title Result: Hyun-Shik Tsai Won The KDM FC Lightweight Title Fight of the Night: Park Woo vs. Richard Richard KO of the Night: Maricel Liou (vs. Jennifer Ryan) Submission of the Night: Park Wu (vs. Richard Richard) Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 17, 2023 Author Share Posted August 17, 2023 Saturday, Week 3, November 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: D'Arcy Spode (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -460) vs. Suporn Yooyen (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Underdog: +360) D'Arcy Spode is an all-round fighter from Canada, who joined XCC in June 1999 after impressing on the regional circuit all across North America. The youngster, known for his arrogant persona, swiftly became one of the most talked about Bantamweights in the country after reeling off three straight wins in the organization, but that hype receded a lot after two crushing defeats made 2001 a year to forget. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Majority Decision loss to Bonzo Anstruther in XCC. Suporn Yooyen is a Judo player who is best known as one of the initial members of the KDM FC Bantamweight division which launched in 1999. Known for his chokes, he can be a difficult opponent to face but has yet to really find his groove as a professional MMA fighter. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Tossapol Puangchan in KDM FC. The winner of this fight will face #6 Ranked Apolonio Redondo Jr. in the Second Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Riveron "R.P.P." Potter-Pirbright (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -320) vs. Britt "Sniper Viper" Dickering (7-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +250) Riveron Potter-Pirbright is a good kick boxer who is noted for having excellent leg kicks. He joined XCC in 1999 when they launched their new Bantamweight division, despite having less than two years of experience at that point, but has fitted in exceptionally well and four years into his career he has still yet to be defeated. He is coming off back-to-back victories over Ade Travers in XCC. Britt Dickering is a fan favorite, a talented striker who favors vicious knee strikes from the Muay Thai clinch as his weapon of choice. A smooth, precise striker, he lacks the power to be truly lethal, but is nonetheless an opponent who can not be taken lightly. Brought in by XCC to be part of their newly launched Bantamweight division in 1999, he became the first champion of the division when he beat Stefan Champion. Unfortunately three straight defeats followed that high, and he surprisingly left the company in the summer of 2001. He is on the three fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Markus Waller in XCC. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Shoin Chiba vs. Chris Byng in the Second Round. MAIN CARD CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "One Minute" Ollie Rockmetteller (8-0-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -310) vs. Newton "The Mongoose" Reis (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Underdog: +240) Ollie Rockmetteller is a tall and thin Bantamweight, a quality striker who is widely tipped to be a big star in the future. Known for his quick demolition job, his nickname "One Minute" came about after he finished each of his first four opponents in under sixty seconds, he joined XCC in 2000. He is coming off a Unanimous Draw with Ray Bellinger in XCC. Newton Reis is a deceptive fighter, who at first glance looks like he'd have trouble standing up to a stiff breeze, but in reality he is a dangerous Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who is more than capable of causing much larger men to beg for mercy. One of the rising stars of South American MMA, he looks set to be a major player in the future. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sophan Sastrowardoya vs. Tito del Sol in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sophan Sastrowardoya (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -1020) vs. "Little Devil" Tito del Sol (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Underdog: +810) Sophan Sastrowardoya has a background in submission fighting and that is his primary mode of attack, but he also possesses excellent punching power for such a small fighter and has the ability to knock opponents out cold. Originally an undersized Featherweight, he found his niche when he was part of KDM FC's initial Bantamweight roster. He became their first champion in April 1999, but an awful 2001 where he lost two fights and his title have put the brakes on his formerly skyrocketing career. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Ang Dong in KDM FC. Tito del Sol is a young fighter who relies a lot on his fast hands and accurate jab to overwhelm his opponents and rack up points with the judges. His punches make his stand-up something that can not be taken lightly, but the rest of his MMA game needs some serious improvement. He joined the new KDM FC Bantamweight division when it opened in early 1999. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Maya Asgar in KDM FC. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ollie Rockmetteller vs. Newton Reis in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ryozo Ozawa (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -840) vs. Takauji "No Respect" Aida (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Underdog: +670) Ryozo Ozawa is a Bantamweight competitor who comes from a Jiu-Jitsu background initially, but has added some solid striking skills to his arsenal since beginning MMA. A fine prospect for the future, he joined KDM FC in 2000 and has continued to impress with every performance. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Kawin Kayem in KDM FC. Takauji Aida is a Japanese Bantamweight who is known for his outrageous behavior and antics. A striker, he has a lot of power in his left hand and a pronounced mean streak that means he loves to let it fly. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Shusui Ohmiya vs. Zabit Mansurov in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Mr. Twenty-Two" Jez Worplesdon (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #30, Underdog: +230) vs. Webster Fittleworth (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Favorite: -300) Jez Worplesdon is a Northern Irish fighter with powerful punches, and comes from a boxing background originally but has been fighting in MMA since 1997. He has been competeing for XCC at Bantamweight since 2000, and is best known for his spectacularly fast knock out of Chris Byng, and has since taken the nickname "Mr. Twenty-Two" in reference to the number of seconds it took. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Mitchell Bryan in XCC. Webster Fittleworth is a flame-haired Brit, a BJJ specialist who is noted for having a killer rear naked choke. A Bantamweight, he moved to the US in 1999 to joined XCC. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Gus Waters in XCC. The winner of this fight will face #3 Ranked Kanji Togo in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai (41-12-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -420) vs. Aleessandro Adauto (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Underdog: +330) Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai is a vastly experienced Malaysian fighter, a hard-hitting Muay Thai competitor who loves to use his razor sharp elbow strikes to cause damage. He was signed to KDM FC's new Bantamweight division in February 1999 and was part of the title fight to crown the first champion. Unfortunately for him, he came up short against Sophan Sastrowardoya, and has since fallen right down the pecking order. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Kim Wiriyaudomsiri in KDM FC. Alessandro Adauto is a young Muay Thai competitor who many in the sport feel could go on the big things. A vicious competitor, he tends to swarm opponents from the first bell and unleash devastating strikes, a tactic that often overwhelms them. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Alongkorn Phuk-hom vs. Mako Day in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ang "Ding" Dong (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -510) vs. Sinthaweechai Miprathang (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Underdog: +400) Ang Dong fights out of Bangkok, and is an experienced Judoka, having started training when he was only four years old. His MMA style is strongly based on his Judo background, primarily involving him getting a clinch and using some of his excellent trips and throws to take the fight to the floor where he can use his submission skills. Since April 1999 he has been fighting in the KDM FC Bantamweight division, and has an impressive win over former champion Sophan Sastrowardoya on his record. Sinthaweechai Miprathang is a submission based grappler from the Philippines. A master of locking up armbars from out of nowhere, he has been fighting for KDM FC since 1999 as part of their Bantamweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Lito Alcala in KDM FC. The winner of this fight will face #7 Pipob Jakkuprasat in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Shusui Ohmiya (10-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Underdog: +150) vs. Zabit Mansurov (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -200) Shusui Ohmiya is a Japanese kick boxer who usually competes at Bantamweight. Known for his distinctive spiked hair, he has been fighting for KDM FC since they launched their 135lb division in 1999. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Pipob Jakkuprasat in KDM FC. Zabit Mansurov is a quality wrestler from Georgia, and is all about high intensity pressure grappling, pushing the pace constantly and simply wearing down his opponents body and mind with his never ending assaults. Many feel Mansurov could be one to watch in the lighter weight classes. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ryozo Ozawa vs. Takauji Aida in the Second Round. CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Alongkorn Phuk-hom (12-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -170) vs. Mako Day (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Underdog: +130) Alongkorn Phuk-hom is a solid taekwondo fight from Bangkok. A comparative veteran in the relatively new world of Bantamweights, he was one of the first signings KDM FC made when they opened their new 135lb division. He can be a tough opponent, but his glass jaw is a fairly well known weakness of his. He is coming off a third round knock out loss to Ronnarit Mamanee in KDM FC. Mako Day is a Jamaican competitor who trains and fights in Europe. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student, he is at his best when he can get the fight to the floor, and he is quite happy to pull guard or try and lure an opponent down if that's what it takes. A rubber guard fan, he can pull submissions out of nowhere. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai vs. Alessandro Adauto in the Second Round. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Shoin Chiba (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -350) vs. Chris "Badda" Byng (4-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Underdog: +270) Shoin Chiba is a submission artist, who has a variety of holds at his disposal and his strategy is normally to spend the entire fight searching for opportunities to try them. Vulnerable to strikes, if he could improve his basic stand-up then he'd really be a handful. Chris Byng is a Muay Thai student noted for his brutal knee strikes, and became a pro MMA fighter in 1998. Impressing on the local circuit, he was hired by XCC in 2000. He is unfortunately best known at present for being on the recieving end of one of the quickest knock outs in MMA history, a twenty second defeat to Jez Worplesdon. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Riveron Potter-Pirbright vs. Britt Dickering in the Second Round. Weigh-In Results D'Arcy Spode (135 lbs) vs. Suporn Yooyen (135 lbs) Riveron Potter-Pirbright (135 lbs) vs. Britt Dickering (135 lbs) Ollie Rockmetteller (135 lbs) vs. Newton Reis (135 lbs) Sophan Sastrowardoya (135 lbs) vs. Tito del Sol (135 lbs) Ryozo Ozawa (135 lbs) vs. Takauji Aida (135 lbs) Jez Worplesdon (135 lbs) vs. Webster Fittleworth (135 lbs) Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai (135 lbs) vs. Alessandro Adauto (135 lbs) Ang Dong (135 lbs) vs. Sinthaweechai Miprathang (135 lbs) Shusui Ohmiya (135 lbs) vs. Zabit Mansurov (135 lbs) Alongkorn Phuk-hom (135 lbs) vs. Mako Day (135 lbs) Shoin Chiba (135 lbs) vs. Chris Byng (135 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 68 Full Fight Card BW: D'Arcy Spode vs. Suporn Yooyen BW: Riveron Potter-Pirbright vs. Britt Dickering BW: Ollie Rockmetteller vs. Newton Reis BW: Sophan Sastrowardoya vs. Tito del Sol BW: Ryozo Ozawa vs. Takauji Aida BW: Jez Worplesdon vs. Webster Fittleworth BW: Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai vs. Alessandro Adauto BW: Ang Dong vs. Sinthaweechai Miprathang BW: Shusui Ohmiya vs. Zabit Mansurov BW: Alongkorn Phuk-hom vs. Mako Day BW: Shoin Chiba vs. Chris Byng Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 17, 2023 Author Share Posted August 17, 2023 Saturday, Week 3, November 2002 Live From Red Deer, Alberta PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Shoin Chiba (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -350) vs. Chris "Badda" Byng (4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Gainesville, Florida, Underdog: +270) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) In the night's only preliminary fight, Shoin Chiba battles Chris 'Badda' Byng in the CTC Bantamweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Stewart Morecambe, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Byng connects with a jab, but Chiba dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Byng can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Byng moves in on Chiba, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Chiba may have been setting up to shoot, but Byng aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Byng hits a left jab and then catches Chiba with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Chiba may have been setting up to shoot, but Byng aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:43) A jab hits home from Byng and then he hits Chiba with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Chiba hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Byng hits a left hand, but Chiba evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Chiba chooses to shoot in on Byng. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Byng cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Chiba attempts the mount. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Chiba shifts to mount. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Chiba tries to lock Byng in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 02:16) The armbar is fully applied, Byng has no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 01:53) The winner, by submission, is Shoin Chiba! Official Result: Shoin Chiba defeats Chris 'Badda' Byng (Submission (Armbar) in 3:07 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Shoin Chiba thanks everyone connected to Top Team Japan 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. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Alongkorn Phuk-hom (12-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Favorite: -170) vs. Mako Day (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kingston, Jamaica, Underdog: +130) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Alongkorn Phuk-hom taking on Mako Day. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Donald Coward, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Day looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Phuk-hom simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Phuk-hom lands a right hand and then hits Day with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Phuk-hom connects with a jab, but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Phuk-hom lands a right hand and then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Day looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Phuk-hom simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Phuk-hom can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 03:29) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Phuk-hom. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Day comes in and grabs Phuk-hom in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Using his wrestling skills, Day is trying to push Phuk-hom up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Day manages it and controls Phuk-hom up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:57) With Phuk-hom stuck against the cage, Day tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Day uses a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 1 - 02:57) Day takes the back of Phuk-hom directly off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Phuk-hom prevents Day from getting his hooks in. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Phuk-hom tries to turn over. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Phuk-hom turns Day over and gets free, they both end up scrambling back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Phuk-hom can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Day with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Day keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 01:34) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Phuk-hom. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Day seizes the chance and grabs Phuk-hom into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Day looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Phuk-hom grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 1 - 01:20) Referee Kyle Crisp loudly gives a verbal warning! (Rd 1 - 01:20) Day traps Phuk-hom up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 1 - 01:20) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Day attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Phuk-hom on the ground. (Rd 1 - 00:06) An excellent outside leg trip sees Phuk-hom get sent to the mat! (Rd 1 - 00:06) Phuk-hom ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Day, with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Day, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Day moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Phuk-hom lands a right hand and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Phuk-hom fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:16) A jab lands from Phuk-hom, but the following kick to the body is poor and allows Day to catch it! (Rd 2 - 04:07) Holding the leg, Day tries for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Day can't get Phuk-hom down and loses control of the leg in the process. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Day may have been aiming to get in close, but Phuk-hom aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Phuk-hom can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Phuk-hom throws a punch but Day was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Seizing the opportunity, Day clinches. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Day tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Phuk-hom, desperate, grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 2 - 03:19) Phuk-hom gets a break as the referee apparently didn't see that piece of cheating! (Rd 2 - 03:19) With the cage trapping Phuk-hom, Day looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:19) A great inside leg trip sees Phuk-hom get thrown to the mat and Day is left in half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Day pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 02:46) In half guard, Day begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 02:46) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Day begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 2 - 01:43) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Phuk-hom rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Day attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Phuk-hom defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Phuk-hom attempts to turn over. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Day gets turned onto his back, and cannot stop Phuk-hom spinning into guard. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Phuk-hom hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Day. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Day brings his legs up and tries to lock Phuk-hom in a triangle choke. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Phuk-hom gets caught by the triangle, and it's deep...there's no alternative but to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:12) The winner, by submission; Mako Day! Official Result: Mako Day defeats Alongkorn Phuk-hom (Submission (Triangle) in 4:48 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Mako Day thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his pro debut victory and says that he is looking forward to getting another fight soon. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Shusui Ohmiya (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +150) vs. Zabit Mansurov (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tblisi, Georgia, Favorite: -200) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Shusui Ohmiya competes against Zabit Mansurov. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Marianne Froth, and Donald Coward. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Mansurov looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ohmiya simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:47) A punch from Ohmiya fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Ohmiya lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:33) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Mansurov. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Ohmiya hits a left hand, but Mansurov avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Ohmiya hits a left jab and then hits Mansurov with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:32) An attempt to land a hook to the body from Ohmiya fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Ohmiya hits a left hand, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Ohmiya moves in on Mansurov, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Ohmiya lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:35) With Mansurov bleeding, referee Kyle Crisp pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 02:35) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Referee Kyle Crisp brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Two left hands land from Ohmiya, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Ohmiya throws a two-punch combo but Mansurov avoids both. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Mansurov takes the chance and grabs Ohmiya into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Mansurov attempts to wrestle Ohmiya to the ground. (Rd 1 - 01:32) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Mansurov tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Mansurov mounts Ohmiya. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Mansurov drives down with an elbow strike, rocking Ohmiya. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Mansurov throws some short elbows and at least one catches Ohmiya in the face. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Judging from his body language, Mansurov may have broken his hand while pounding away. (Rd 1 - 00:27) If it's a break, that's really going to affect his striking ability dramatically. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Mansurov pounds away on Ohmiya with several elbows that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 1 - 00:08) With punches raining down, Ohmiya desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Mansurov, but only a 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Ohmiya looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Ohmiya can't connect with a jab, but then catches Mansurov with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Mansurov aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Ohmiya throws a one-two, but Mansurov was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:13) Mansurov gets hold of Ohmiya. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Mansurov is looking to muscle Ohmiya back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Mansurov manages it and controls Ohmiya up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Ohmiya is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:49) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 2 - 02:43) Ohmiya, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Mansurov is exerting. (Rd 2 - 02:43) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Mansurov stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:09) A jab lands from Ohmiya, but Mansurov avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Mansurov seizes the chance and grabs Ohmiya into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Mansurov tries to wrestle Ohmiya backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Mansurov achieves it, pinning Ohmiya to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Ohmiya is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 2 - 00:38) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for the remainder of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Mansurov, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Mansurov. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:51) Mansurov aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:51) A one-two from Ohmiya fails to land. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Mansurov is able to grab Ohmiya. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Mansurov is trying to push Ohmiya so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Mansurov manages it and controls Ohmiya up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Showing good control, Mansurov keeps Ohmiya stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:11) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Showing his ability to exert control, Mansurov smothers Ohmiya up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ohmiya is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 01:44) A jab lands from Ohmiya, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 01:31) Mansurov gets hold of Ohmiya. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Mansurov tries to take Ohmiya down. (Rd 3 - 01:21) The takedown is completed, Mansurov gets side control from it. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Mansurov tries to lock Ohmiya into a kimura. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Ohmiya gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 3 - 00:47) The winner, by submission, is Zabit Mansurov! Official Result: Zabit Mansurov defeats Shusui Ohmiya (Submission (Kimura) in 4:13 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Zabit Mansurov thanks God, his sponsors, and all of his supporters. He says he has a lot of respect for Shusui Ohmiya and praises his toughness. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ang "Ding" Dong (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Favorite: -510) vs. Sinthaweechai Miprathang (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Manila, Philippines, Underdog: +400) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Ang 'Ding' Dong taking on Sinthaweechai Miprathang. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Stewart Morecambe, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Miprathang connects with a jab, but Dong evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Miprathang throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Dong seizes the chance and grabs Miprathang into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Dong is trying to push Miprathang so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Dong manages it and controls Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Dong is keeping Miprathang pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:58) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Unable to break free, Miprathang is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:46) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Miprathang moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Miprathang hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Miprathang throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Dong comes in and grabs Miprathang in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Dong is trying to muscle Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Dong can't do it though, Miprathang defended it well. (Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Dong is looking to muscle Miprathang back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Dong can't do it though, Miprathang defended it well. (Rd 1 - 00:41) With Miprathang in his grasp, Dong tries to set up a judo-style throw. (Rd 1 - 00:41) He sweeps the leg and turns his hip, tossing Miprathang to the mat with a beautiful hip throw! (Rd 1 - 00:41) Dong takes the back off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Dong attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Miprathang stops Dong from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Miprathang tries to move Dong off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Dong, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:48) Miprathang throws a punch but Dong was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Dong takes the chance and grabs Miprathang into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Using his wrestling skills, Dong is trying to push Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Dong manages it and controls Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Dong leans all of his weight up against Miprathang, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) 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 2 - 03:28) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Dong is keeping Miprathang pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:28) 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 2 - 02:37) Dong tries to keep him up against the cage, but Miprathang works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Miprathang can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Dong looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Miprathang uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Miprathang looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Dong, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Miprathang throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Shoulders hunched, Miprathang studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Miprathang throws a two-punch combo but Dong avoids both. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Dong takes the chance and grabs Miprathang into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Dong is looking to muscle Miprathang back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Dong achieves it, pinning Miprathang to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Showing his ability to control opponents, Dong smothers Miprathang against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Nothing really happens for the remainder of the round, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (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 Dong. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Dong. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Dong. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Miprathang connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Miprathang hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 04:23) For the first time, Miprathang is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Miprathang throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Dong comes in and grabs Miprathang in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:59) With Miprathang in his grasp, Dong tries to set up a judo-style throw. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Dong gets side control off a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 3 - 03:48) Dong throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 3 - 03:32) Dong counters an attempt by Miprathang to sweep him by taking his back! (Rd 3 - 03:17) Dong attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 03:17) Miprathang stops Dong from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Miprathang tries to turn over and sweep Dong but can't do it. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Dong tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Miprathang doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Miprathang tries a roll, but doesn't budge Dong. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Dong tries to finish Miprathang off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 01:50) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Dong has Miprathang flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 3 - 01:12) By submission, the winner is Ang Dong! Official Result: Ang 'Ding' Dong defeats Sinthaweechai Miprathang (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:48 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ang Dong praises his team at Tai Sheng Men Society, 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 BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai (41-12-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Favorite: -420) vs. Alessandro Adauto (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +330) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai competes against Alessandro Adauto. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Donald Coward, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Adauto fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Najib with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Najib looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Najib, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 1 - 04:29) A jab hits home from Adauto and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Najib may have been aiming to get in close, but Adauto aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Adauto throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Adauto throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Najib gets hold of Adauto. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Najib is looking to muscle Adauto back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Adauto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Najib uses dirty boxing to punish Adauto while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Najib hits Adauto, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Najib tries to use dirty boxing against Adauto, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Adauto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 1 - 01:11) 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 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Najib steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 00:58) A jab hits home from Adauto and then he catches Najib with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Adauto moves in on Najib, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Adauto hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:26) A jab lands from Adauto, but Najib avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Adauto hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Najib, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Najib in between rounds. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:55) Adauto confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Najib lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 2 - 04:55) A one-two from Adauto fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:33) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Adauto. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Najib was ready and manages to catch the kick! (Rd 2 - 04:21) Seizing his chance, Najib attempts a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Adauto refuses to be taken down and manages to eventually pull his leg free. He steps away to safety. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Moving in, Najib appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Adauto throws a punch but Najib was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:50) With a clear opportunity, Najib is able to move in fast and clinch with Adauto. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Najib is trying to muscle Adauto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Najib achieves it, pinning Adauto to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Najib tries to use some dirty boxing, but Adauto uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Adauto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:23) Najib pins Adauto up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Najib uses dirty boxing to punish Adauto while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Adauto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Adauto confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Najib appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Adauto took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Adauto connects with a nice jab and then hits Najib with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Najib steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Adauto lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Adauto confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Najib appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Adauto took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Adauto throws a one-two, but Najib was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Adauto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Najib, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Najib. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:46) Adauto fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Adauto can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Adauto is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 04:10) Adauto throws a one-two, but Najib was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Najib is able to grab Adauto. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Using his wrestling skills, Najib is trying to push Adauto up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Adauto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 03:16) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 02:40) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 02:12) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:12) For the first time, Najib is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Najib may have been aiming to get in close, but Adauto aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Adauto hits a left hand, but Najib evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 01:41) It looked like we were about to see Najib try and get some grappling started, but Adauto was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Adauto throws a punch but Najib was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Adauto connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Najib gets hold of Adauto without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Najib is trying to muscle Adauto up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Najib manages it and controls Adauto up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Najib uses dirty boxing to punish Adauto while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:41) Adauto uses his wrestling skills to prevent Najib from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Adauto lands a few quick punches to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Najib took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Adauto needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:52) Adauto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Najib seizes the chance and grabs Adauto into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:38) Najib tries to wrestle Adauto backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:38) Najib achieves it, pinning Adauto to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Najib tries some dirty boxing, but Adauto seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Adauto glares at his opponent. (Rd 4 - 03:58) A jab is wide from Adauto, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Najib gets hold of Adauto. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Najib is trying to muscle Adauto up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:41) He does so and now has Adauto pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Adauto uses his wrestling skills to prevent Najib from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Adauto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Adauto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 02:35) Najib hits Adauto, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Najib uses dirty boxing to punish Adauto while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Adauto is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Najib tries dirty boxing, but Adauto works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 01:34) A few deep breaths betray that Najib is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Adauto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Najib with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Adauto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:50) Adauto moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 4 - 00:50) A jab lands from Adauto, but Najib evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 00:41) Adauto is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 00:26) Najib had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:26) A jab is wide from Adauto, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Adauto steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Najib looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Adauto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Adauto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (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 Najib. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Adauto winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 5 - 04:49) A jab lands from Adauto, but sees the following low kick get caught! (Rd 5 - 04:32) Adauto hops on one foot, trying to balance. Najib tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Adauto refuses to be taken down and manages to eventually pull his leg free. He steps away to safety. (Rd 5 - 04:05) A punch from Adauto fails to land. (Rd 5 - 03:58) With a clear opportunity, Najib is able to move in fast and clinch with Adauto. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Najib tries to wrestle Adauto backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Najib does it, Adauto is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:37) Breathing very hard, Najib is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 03:37) Najib pins Adauto up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 5 - 03:21) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 03:07) Najib tries to use some dirty boxing, but Adauto uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 5 - 02:49) Najib smothers Adauto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 02:38) Najib tries to dirty box Adauto, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Adauto looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:08) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Najib. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Najib can't get past the sprawl of Adauto and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Adauto comes in looking to strike. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Adauto throws a punch but Najib was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 01:31) Adauto moves in on Najib, preparing to throw. (Rd 5 - 01:31) Adauto connects with a jab, but Najib avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 01:09) A jab lands from Adauto, but Najib avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 00:58) Najib gets hold of Adauto. (Rd 5 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Najib tries to wrestle Adauto backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Najib can't do it though, Adauto defended it well. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Najib is trying to muscle Adauto up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Najib does it, Adauto is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:20) Adauto uses his wrestling skills to prevent Najib from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Adauto is trapped against the cage and Najib hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Najib 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 give a score of 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai! Official Result: Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai defeats Alessandro Adauto (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai thanks everyone connected to Wudang Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Mr. Twenty-Two" Jez Worplesdon (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +230) vs. Webster Fittleworth (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sheffield, England, Favorite: -300) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'Mr. Twenty-Two' Jez Worplesdon squares off with Webster Fittleworth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Marianne Froth, and Donald Coward. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Fittleworth had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab is wide from Worplesdon, but then he scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Moving around, Fittleworth is looking for an opening to shoot without exposing himself to a counter-strike. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Worplesdon can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Worplesdon throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Worplesdon can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Worplesdon moves in on Fittleworth, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Worplesdon hits a right hand, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Worplesdon goes to a traditional stance. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Fittleworth shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:29) A great sprawl from Worplesdon prevents the takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Worplesdon can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Worplesdon can't connect with a jab, but then hits Fittleworth with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Worplesdon confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Worplesdon can't connect with a jab, but then hits Fittleworth with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Worplesdon connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Worplesdon can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:50) A jab is wide from Worplesdon, but then he hits Fittleworth with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:36) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Fittleworth, but Worplesdon was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:36) A jab is wide from Worplesdon, but then he hits Fittleworth with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Fittleworth comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Worplesdon stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Worplesdon can't connect with a jab, but then hits Fittleworth with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 1 - 00:43) Fittleworth goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 1 - 00:39) 'Mr. Twenty-Two' Jez Worplesdon takes the win by knock out! Official Result: 'Mr. Twenty-Two' Jez Worplesdon defeats Webster Fittleworth (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jez Worplesdon 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. Jez Worplesdon proved to be a charismatic interviewee. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ryozo Ozawa (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -840) vs. Takauji "No Respect" Aida (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +670) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Ryozo Ozawa takes on Takauji 'No Respect' Aida. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Stewart Morecambe, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Aida can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Aida moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Ozawa may have been setting up to shoot, but Aida aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Aida lands one of four quick punches and then catches Ozawa with a stunning left hook! (Rd 1 - 04:33) Ozawa hits the floor, he has been knocked out! (Rd 1 - 04:19) The winner, by knock out; Takauji Aida! Official Result: Takauji 'No Respect' Aida defeats Ryozo Ozawa (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Takauji Aida 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. Takauji Aida is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Sophan Sastrowardoya (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -1020) vs. "Little Devil" Tito del Sol (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Manila, Philippines, Underdog: +810) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Sophan Sastrowardoya goes up against 'Little Devil' Tito del Sol. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Stewart Morecambe, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Circling warily, Sastrowardoya is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:52) del Sol moves in behind four quick punches, two of them finding a home, and then catches Sastrowardoya with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Two jabs hit home from del Sol and then he hits Sastrowardoya with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:01) del Sol comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:01) del Sol moves in behind four quick punches, all of them landing, but Sastrowardoya avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Attacking with a quick flurry, del Sol lands three punches but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Attacking with intent, del Sol scores with two out of a flurry of five punches but Sastrowardoya steps back to avoid a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Attacking with a quick flurry, del Sol lands two of five punches and then catches Sastrowardoya with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) del Sol closes in on Sastrowardoya, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:24) A flurry of five punches from del Sol see three of them land and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:49) del Sol moves in behind three quick punches, two of them finding a home, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Attacking with intent, del Sol scores with three out of a flurry of five punches but Sastrowardoya avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:02) del Sol moves in on Sastrowardoya, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 01:02) del Sol lands two of four quick punches but Sastrowardoya avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:42) del Sol moves in on Sastrowardoya, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Sastrowardoya may have been aiming to get in close, but del Sol aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Two left hands land from del Sol, but Sastrowardoya avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:20) del Sol throws a three-punch combo but Sastrowardoya defends against all of them. (Rd 1 - 00:04) del Sol can't connect with his set-up strikes, 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) I have to give that round to del Sol, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:54) del Sol looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:54) del Sol lands two left hands and then hits Sastrowardoya with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Sastrowardoya isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:32) del Sol doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Seizing the opportunity, Sastrowardoya clinches. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Sastrowardoya uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with del Sol. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Using his wrestling skills, Sastrowardoya is trying to push del Sol up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:56) del Sol ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:37) del Sol is trapped against the cage and Sastrowardoya punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 03:18) del Sol is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 2 - 03:07) del Sol is trapped against the cage and Sastrowardoya hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 02:49) del Sol is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 01:37) del Sol is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 2 - 01:25) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to separate the two fighters. (Rd 2 - 01:25) del Sol is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Sastrowardoya warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 01:12) del Sol lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Sastrowardoya looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but del Sol simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Showing good hand speed, del Sol lands five out of a flurry of five punches and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Stepping in, del Sol throws four quick punches, three of which land, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think del Sol just about edged it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) del Sol is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:51) del Sol comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing four of them, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 04:23) del Sol is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Attacking with a quick flurry, del Sol lands four of four punches and then hits Sastrowardoya with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 03:44) del Sol connects with two left hands and then hits Sastrowardoya with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:44) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Sastrowardoya. (Rd 3 - 03:19) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:19) del Sol is off-target with two jabs but hits a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Sastrowardoya connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:07) del Sol is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! (Rd 3 - 03:07) Sastrowardoya moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! del Sol goes down! (Rd 3 - 02:55) Sastrowardoya starts pounding away on del Sol, looking to finish him off! (Rd 3 - 02:55) Sastrowardoya unloads with massive right hands and del Sol is getting destroyed! (Rd 3 - 02:55) del Sol is out! Referee Kyle Crisp leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 3 - 02:39) By knock out, the winner is Sophan Sastrowardoya! Official Result: Sophan Sastrowardoya defeats 'Little Devil' Tito del Sol (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:21 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Sophan Sastrowardoya name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Sophan Sastrowardoya celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "One Minute" Ollie Rockmetteller (8-0-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Athens, Georgia, Favorite: -310) vs. Newton "The Mongoose" Reis (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Underdog: +240) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'One Minute' Ollie Rockmetteller taking on Newton 'The Mongoose' Reis. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Stewart Morecambe, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) A jab hits home from Rockmetteller and then he catches Reis with a stunning right hook! (Rd 1 - 04:54) He's down! Reis falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Rockmetteller moves in quickly, kneeling beside Reis and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Rockmetteller pounds away, Reis is taking heavy shot after heavy shot! (Rd 1 - 04:46) The referee jumps in and stops the fight as Reis went limp! (Rd 1 - 04:31) 'One Minute' Ollie Rockmetteller takes the win by knock out! Official Result: 'One Minute' Ollie Rockmetteller defeats Newton 'The Mongoose' Reis (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:29 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ollie Rockmetteller gives a name-check to everyone at Shark Tank, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Ray Bellinger would be a particularly good contest. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Riveron "R.P.P." Potter-Pirbright (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Paterson, New Jersey, Favorite: -320) vs. Britt "Sniper Viper" Dickering (7-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Raleigh, North Carolina, Underdog: +250) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Riveron 'R-P-P' Potter-Pirbright goes up against Britt 'Sniper Viper' Dickering in the CTC Bantamweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marianne Froth, Donald Coward, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Potter-Pirbright slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Dickering misses a right hook and gets countered with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Dickering lands a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Potter-Pirbright lands a left jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:51) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:22) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Potter-Pirbright hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Dickering is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Dickering misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Potter-Pirbright to attack with a quick left jab and a kick driven into the thigh area. (Rd 1 - 02:45) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Limping slightly, Dickering is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Dickering hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Potter-Pirbright lands two jabs but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 02:02) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Limping slightly, Dickering is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 1 - 01:38) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:38) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Potter-Pirbright doesn't connect with a brace of jabs and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Dickering sets up a big head kick attempt with punches but doesn't get any joy as Potter-Pirbright shows his good head movement. (Rd 1 - 01:18) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Dickering doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:51) With great movement, Potter-Pirbright lights his opponent up with a one-two followed by a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Limping quite noticeably, Dickering is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Dickering misses a couple of jabs but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Potter-Pirbright hits a crunching kick to the thigh. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Potter-Pirbright. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:53) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Potter-Pirbright lands a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Dickering hits a couple of jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Dickering misses with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Potter-Pirbright lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:13) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Barely able to walk now, the damage Dickering has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 2 - 03:55) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Potter-Pirbright hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Dickering scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Limping heavily, Dickering is struggling to move around. (Rd 2 - 03:35) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Potter-Pirbright counters a right hand with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Blood is visible on Dickering, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Potter-Pirbright dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Dickering blocks a leg kick and counters with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Potter-Pirbright misses a jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Potter-Pirbright deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Dickering limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Potter-Pirbright dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Potter-Pirbright doesn't connect with a left jab but scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Dickering hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:33) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Dickering hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Potter-Pirbright scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:22) With Dickering bleeding, referee Kyle Crisp pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 2 - 01:22) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem. (Rd 2 - 01:22) We're back underway! (Rd 2 - 01:07) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Potter-Pirbright counters a right hand with a jab and a low kick. (Rd 2 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:54) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:54) Potter-Pirbright counters a right hand with a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 00:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Dickering misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Dickering is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Potter-Pirbright uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Potter-Pirbright, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Potter-Pirbright up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:45) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Dickering misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Potter-Pirbright to attack with a quick left jab and a leg kick that misses. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Dickering limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Potter-Pirbright pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 3 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Potter-Pirbright doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Potter-Pirbright bobs and weaves, making three punches miss. (Rd 3 - 04:10) Taking a few gulps of breath, Potter-Pirbright is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:01) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:01) A successful feint leaves Dickering vulnerable. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Dickering misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a glancing high kick. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Dickering is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 03:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Dickering misses a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Potter-Pirbright uses a left jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Dickering is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 3 - 03:24) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 3 - 02:46) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Potter-Pirbright slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a good kick to the leg. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Dickering is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Dickering falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Dickering misses with a big right hand, allowing Potter-Pirbright to counter with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Potter-Pirbright slips past a right hook and counters with two jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 01:42) Potter-Pirbright hits a left jab and then lands a right head kick. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Potter-Pirbright counters a right hand with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 01:10) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:10) Dickering misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Potter-Pirbright to attack with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Potter-Pirbright counters a right hand with a vicious kick to the thigh! (Rd 3 - 00:42) Dickering finally collapses, unable to stand up any longer - this fight is over! (Rd 3 - 00:42) Riveron Potter-Pirbright takes the victory by way of leg kick TKO! Official Result: Riveron 'R-P-P' Potter-Pirbright defeats Britt 'Sniper Viper' Dickering (TKO (Leg Kick) in 4:18 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Riveron Potter-Pirbright gives a name-check to everyone at Shark Tank, 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 Pipob Jakkuprasat, saying he will kick his ass. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews. MAIN EVENT CTC BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. D'Arcy Spode (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Lynn Lake, Manitoba, Favorite: -460) vs. Suporn Yooyen (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Batangas City, Philippines, Underdog: +360) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! D'Arcy Spode takes on Suporn Yooyen in the CTC Bantamweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Marianne Froth, and Donald Coward. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Spode hits a couple of minor left hands, but Yooyen evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Spode throws a punch but Yooyen was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Yooyen chooses to shoot in on Spode. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Yooyen gets hold of a leg but Spode remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 04:09) With Spode not going down, Yooyen settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Yooyen presses Spode into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 1 - 03:48) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Spode, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Yooyen is exerting. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Yooyen and Spode remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 01:52) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Spode confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Spode can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Yooyen with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Spode comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:21) A jab hits home from Spode and then he hits Yooyen with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Yooyen appeared to be going for a takedown, but Spode took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Spode hits a couple of minor left hands, but Yooyen dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Spode confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Yooyen scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Spode lands two left hands and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:08) That last strike may have hurt Yooyen, he is backing away but looks punch-drunk! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Spode, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:52) A punch from Spode fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Yooyen had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Spode fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Spode looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:15) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Spode. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Yooyen keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Two jabs hit home from Spode and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Spode connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Spode can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Spode misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Yooyen comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Yooyen gets hold of a leg but Spode remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Unable to complete the takedown, Yooyen instead pushes Spode up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Unable to break free, Spode is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Yooyen and Spode remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Showing his ability to control opponents, Yooyen smothers Spode against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:33) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 2 - 00:38) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:28) A jab lands from Spode, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Yooyen moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Spode throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Yooyen seizes the chance and grabs Spode into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Spode, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Spode ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:54) Yooyen isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Spode lands a left hand and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Spode can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Spode moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Yooyen had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Spode lands a left hand and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Spode is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Spode closes in on Yooyen, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Yooyen appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Spode took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:50) A jab hits home from Spode and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Spode steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 03:30) A jab hits home from Spode and then he catches Yooyen with a right kick to the head. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Spode confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Spode lands a left hand and then hits Yooyen with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Spode lets fly with a verbal barrage of trash talk. (Rd 3 - 02:40) Spode tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Yooyen looked like he was going to shoot, but Spode simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Spode fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Yooyen wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Spode can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:40) Yooyen may have been setting up to shoot, but Spode aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 01:40) Spode lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Spode lands a jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 01:00) Running his mouth, Spode trash talks his opponent. (Rd 3 - 00:54) A jab is wide from Spode, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Spode confidently comes in closer. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Spode can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Yooyen with a high right head kick. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Spode moves in on Yooyen, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 00:24) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Yooyen, but Spode was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Spode hits two left jabs and then lands a low kick to the legs. (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 Spode. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Spode ahead 30-27. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:51) Yooyen chooses to shoot in on Spode. (Rd 4 - 04:51) Spode almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Yooyen has hold of one leg. (Rd 4 - 04:51) With Spode not going down, Yooyen settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Spode, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Yooyen is exerting. (Rd 4 - 04:28) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 4 - 03:31) Yooyen looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Spode works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Spode lands a left hand and then catches Yooyen with a crunching right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:44) Moving around, Yooyen is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 4 - 02:44) Spode fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:38) A few deep breaths betray that Spode is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) Spode fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Yooyen is limping noticeably. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Spode connects with a nice jab and then catches Yooyen with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Spode fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Yooyen with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:39) Spode confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 01:39) Spode can't connect with a jab, but then catches Yooyen with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Spode closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Yooyen appeared to be going for a takedown, but Spode took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Spode lands a jab and then catches Yooyen with a stunning right hook! (Rd 4 - 01:27) Yooyen hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 4 - 01:18) Spode knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Yooyen, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 4 - 01:18) Spode pounds away on Yooyen, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 4 - 01:18) With Yooyen taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 4 - 01:05) By TKO, the winner is D'Arcy Spode! Official Result: D'Arcy Spode defeats Suporn Yooyen (TKO (Strikes) in 3:55 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: D'Arcy Spode gives a name-check to everyone at Shark Tank, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. D'Arcy Spode says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself. Attendance: 213 Gate Reciepts: $16,870 Sponsorship: $24,327 Ad Revenue: $381,548 Merchandise: $4,252 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $85,001) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) D'Arcy Spode $2,550 Suporn Yooyen $1,560 Riveron Potter-Pirbright $2,890 Britt Dickering $1,800 Ollie Rockmetteller $7,720 Newton Reis $1,800 Perf: Rockmetteller: $5,000 Sophan Sastrowardoya $13,740 Tito del Sol $11,560 FotN: Both: $10,000 Takauji Aida $5,204 Ryozo Ozawa $2,040 Perf: Aida: $5,000 Jez Worplesdon $7,720 Webster Fittleworth $1,680 KotN: Worplesdon: $5,000 Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai $3,910 Alessandro Adauto $1,680 Ang Dong $7,720 Sinthaweechai Miprathang $1,680 SotN: Dong: $5,000 Zabit Mansurov $2,550 Shusui Ohmiya $1,560 Mako Day $187 Alongkorn Phuk-hom $1,800 Shoin Chiba $2,250 Chris Byng $1,400 Drug Testing: $12,386 Production: $22,434 Profit: $307,176 Critical Rating: 68% Commercial Rating:37% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -5.5% 80.5% (High Level Regional) USA -2.8% 83.2% (High Level Regional) UK -4.4% 77.8% (High Level Regional) Europe -2.8% 76.3% (High Level Regional) Australia -2.8% 74.1% (High Level Regional) Japan -4.4% 85.3% (High Level Regional) Asia -2.2% 78.0% (High Level Regional) Russia -1.3% 62.7% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico -2.8% 73.8% (High Level Regional) South America -4.4% 81.0% (High Level Regional) Central America -1.6% 71.3% (High Level Regional) Africa -1.0% 55.6% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 65, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 66, and all fighters tested clean. - Zabit Mansurov suffered a strained wrist during his victory over Shusui Ohmiya, and will miss a week of training. This should not affect his ability to continue in the tournament. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Suporn Yooyen, Britt Dickering, Newton Reis, Tito del Sol, Ryozo Ozawa, Webster Fittleworth, Alessandro Adauto, Sinthaweechai Miprathang, Shusui Ohmiya, Alongkorn Phuk-hom, and Chris Byng. - CTC Featherweight fighter Kei Maki is currently training at Mok Gar Dojo, and will be backed by the team as he prepares for his CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight against Frank Romita. He is not expected to be with the team long-term, and is just looking to keep his training methods fresh. - CTC Bantamweight fighter Stiffy Little has stopped training at Slaughterhouse following his TKO loss to Nadir Mendes Ferreira. He has decided he would benefit from training elsewhere with a new environment and new approach. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 32) Willy Bassett vs. Lito Alcala Mitchell Bryan vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira Gus Waters vs. Supachai Thamsatchanan Aubrey Bassington-Bassington vs. John Hatter Zach Steggles vs. Tossapol Puangchan Brian Claremont vs. Ashihei Bando Ray Bellinger vs. Kawin Kayem Ronnarit Mamanee vs. Dominic Ash Roddy Wickham vs. Markus Waller Zabit Mansurov vs. Takauji Aida Pipob Jakkuprasat vs. Ang Dong Ollie Rockmetteller vs. Sophan Sastrowardoya Kanji Togo vs. Jez Worplesdon Mako Day vs. Najib Sri Aziz vin Zai Apolonio Redondo Jr. vs. D'Arcy Spode Riveron Potter-Pirbright vs. Shoin Chiba Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 17, 2023 Author Share Posted August 17, 2023 CTC Bantamweight Finalized Roster and Current Rankings #25. D'Arcy Spode (10-2) D'Arcy Spode is an all-rounder from Canada, who joined XCC in 1999 after impressing in the regional circuit all across North America. The youngster, known for his arrogant persona, swiftly became one of the most talked about Bantamweights in the country after reeling off three straight wins in the organization, but that hype receeded a lot after two crushing defeats made 2001 a year to forget. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. D'Arcy Spode defeats Suporn Yooyen by TKO (Strikes) in 3:55 of Round 4 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Apolonio Redondo Jr. at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Ollie Rockmetteller defeats D'Arcy Spode by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 2. Bonzo Anstruther defeats D'Arcy Spode by Majority Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Weatherly vs. Smith (July 2001) #24. Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai (42-12-2) Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai is a vastly experienced Malaysian fighter, a hard-hitting Muay Thai competitor who loves to use his razor sharp elbow strikes to cause damage. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai defeats Alessandro Adauto by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Mako Day at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Sophan Sastrowardoya defeats Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai by Submission (Kimura) in 4:48 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 9: Sastrowardoya vs. Zai (April 1999) Sophan Sastrowardoya Won the KDM FC Bantamweight Title 2. Kim Wiriyaudomsiri defeats Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) KDM FC 15: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) #23. Lito Alcala (6-1) Lito Alcala is a Filipino fighter, a youngster who is best described as a jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none. He is good at just about every aspect of MMA, which makes him a tough opponent, but isn't great at any one specific item to make him truly dangerous. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Lito Alcala defeats Stefan Champion by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:34 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Willy Bassett at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Lito Alcala defeats Sinthaweechai Miprathang by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 18: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) #22. "Mr. Twenty-Two" Jez Worplesdon (8-1) Jez Worplesdon is a Northern Irishman with powerful punches, who comes from a boxing background originally but has been fighting in MMA since 1997. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Jez Worplesdon defeats Webster Fittleworth by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Kanji Togo at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Jez Worplesdon defeats Chris Byng by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:22 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) 2. Mitchell Bryan defeats Jez Worplesdon by Submission (Kneebar) in 3:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) #21. Sophan Sastrowardoya (8-2) Sophan Sastrowardoya has a background in submission fighting and that is his primary mode of attack, but he also possesses excellent punching power for such a small fighter and has the ability to knock opponents out cold. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Sophan Sastrowardoya defeats Tito del Sol by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:21 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ollie Rockmetteller at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Sophan Sastrowardoya defeats Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai by Submission (Kimura) in 4:48 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 9: Sastrowardoya vs. Zai (April 1999) Sophan Sastrowardoya Won The KDM FC Bantamweight Title 2. Sophan Sastrowardoya defeats Po-Han Yue by Submission (Guillotine) in 3:49 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) KDM FC 13: Sastrowardoya vs. Yue (April 2000) Sophan Sastrowardoya Retains The KDM FC Bantamweight Title 3. Kanji Togo defeats Sophan Sastrowardoya by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:08 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) Kanji Togo Won The KDM FC Bantamweight Title 4. Ang Dong defeats Sophan Sastrowardoya by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) KDM FC 18: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) #20. Kawin Kayem (7-1) Kawin Kayem is a fast rising Bantamweight star, a Muay Thai killer who can absolutely batter opponents into submission with his great kicks. Boasting a fantastic look, he was a natural addition to the KDM FC 135lb division when it was launched in 1999. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Kawin Kayem defeats Bonzo Anstruther by Knock Out (Knee) in 3:08 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) Scheduled Fight: vs. Ray Bellinger at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Ryozo Ozawa defeats Kawin Kayem by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:25 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) #19. Markus Waller (6-0) Markus Waller is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who placed highly in the world championships in 1996, and is one of the most dangerous MMA competitors on the ground, especially off his back. The rest of his MMA game is a work in progress, and if he can raise it to a competent level he could become a top contender. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Markus Waller defeats Maya Asgar by Submission (Triangle) in 2:16 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Roddy Wickham at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Markus Waller defeats Britt Dickering by Submission (Triangle) in 4:01 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Weatherly vs. Smith (July 2001) #18. Ang "Ding" Dong (7-0) Ang Dong fights out of Bangkok, and is an experience Judoka, having started training when he was only four years old. His MMA style is strongly based on his Judo background, primarily involving him getting a clinch and using some of his excellent trips and throws to get the fight to the floor where he can use his submission skills. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Ang Dong defeats Sinthaweechai Miprathang by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:48 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Pipob Jakkuprasat at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Ang Dong defeats Sophan Sastrowardoya by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) KDM FC 18: Takeuchi vs. Ho II (July 2001) #17. Supachai Thamsatchanan (7-0) Supachai Thamsatchanan is a high quality Shaolin Kung Fu fighter, who looks like he could be one of the future stars of MMA. A Bantamweight, he is especially deadly at using his amazing array of kicks to destroy opponents. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Supachai Thamsatchanan defeats Ade Travers by Submission (Kimura) in 4:49 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Gus Waters at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Supachai Thamsatchanan defeats Suporn Yooyen by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) KDM FC 17: Atep vs. Nakamura (May 2001) #16. Shoin Chiba (9-0) Shoin Chiba is a submission artist, who has a wide variety of holds at his disposal and his strategy is normally to spend the entire fight searching for opportunities to try them. Vulnerable to strikes, if he could improve his basic stand-up then he'd really be a handful. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Shoin Chiba defeats Chris Byng by Submission (Armbar) in 3:07 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Riveron Potter-Pirbright at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) #15. Dominic "The Smash" Ash (9-2) Dominic Ash was a fairly late convert to MMA, who used to be a decent pro boxer before deciding to switch sports after seeing a GAMMA event on television in a bar. He is a very good technical boxer, with great movement, hand speed and technique, but is lacking in the other aspects of MMA. He does, however, have a good sprawl, and that helps him keep fights standing. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Dominic Ash defeats Kameo Oya by TKO (Strikes) in 1:44 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ronnarit Mamanee at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Dominic Ash defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:10 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) XCC: Hewitt vs. Siemaszko (April 1998) 2. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Dominic Ash by Knock Out (Kick) in 3:56 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Gaffigan vs. Ash (February 1999) Sammy Gaffigan Retains The XCC Featherweight Title 3. Roddy Wickham defeats Dominic Ash by Submission (Kimura) in 1:07 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Weatherly vs. Smith (July 2001) #14. Mitchell "Boom" Bryan (10-1) Mitchell Bryan is a Muay Thai fighter from Atlanta, Georgia. A sharp striker who loves to use leg kicks, he joined XCC's new Bantamweight division when it opened in 1999. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Mitchell Bryan defeats Dallin Friedland by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Nadir Mendes Ferreira at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Brian Claremont defeats Mitchell Bryan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) XCC: Southall vs. Smith (December 1999) 2. Mitchell Bryan defeats Stefan Champion by TKO (Strikes) in 2:33 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) 3. Mitchell Bryan defeats Jez Worplesdon by Submission (Kneebar) in 3:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) #13. Ronnarit Mamanee (15-3) Ronnarit Mamanee is a Taekwondo fighter from Bangkok, one of the many Thai's that were brought in to star in KDM FC's new Bantamweight division in 1999. Ranked among the top 15 in the world at that weight, he is a decent enough striker but his terrible ground game and poor grappling are definitely major weak points. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Ronnarit Mamanee defeats Tsunahei Ogawa by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Dominic Ash at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Ronnarit Mamanee defeats Alongkorn Phuk-hom by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:22 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) 2. Kanji Togo defeats Ronnarit Mamanee by Submission (Kimura) in 3:24 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 18: Togo vs. Mamanee (August 2001) Kanji Togo Retains The CTC Bantamweight Title #12. "Golden Boy" Aubrey Bassington-Bassington (9-1) Aubrey Bassington-Bassington is a fine freestyle wrestler from Boston. Noted for his great takedowns, he has added some decent ground and pound and submission to his already suffocatingly good top game, and he therefore pretty deadly if he can get on top of his opponent. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. John Hatter at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Roddy Wickham defeats Aubrey Bassington-Bassington by Submission (Armbar) in 2:07 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) 2. Aubrey Bassington-Bassington defeats Gus Waters by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) #11. Gus "Rough" Waters (14-2) Gus Waters is a wrestler who is always in phenomenal condition, and has one of the fastest shots in all of MMA. One of the most experienced Bantamweights around, having been fighting there since 1995 when there were very few opponents to be found, he has been competeing for XCC since their opened their division in 1999. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. Supachai Thamsatchanan at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Gus Waters defeats Webster Fittleworth by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) 2. Aubrey Bassington-Bassington defeats Gus Waters by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) #10. Brian "Barrage" Claremont (11-3) Brian Claremont is a power puncher, who earned his nickname in rapid fashion when people saw his fighting style. Never taking a step back, he comes out swinging and doesn't stop until somebody is knocked out. It may not be the best long-term strategy, but for the time being it makes him one of the most dangerous opponents to face. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Brian Claremont defeats Masazou Nonaka by TKO (Strikes) in 1:07 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 67 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ashihei Bando at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Brian Claremont defeats Mitchell Bryan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) XCC: Southall vs. Smith (December 1999) 2. Brian Claremont defeats Britt Dickering by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:10 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) XCC: Dickering vs. Claremont (June 2000) Brian Claremont won the XCC Bantamweight Title 3. Willy Bassett defeats Brian Claremont by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) Willy Bassett Won The XCC Bantamweight Title 4. Brian Claremont defeats Stiffy Little by TKO (Strikes) in 1:22 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) 5. Ray Bellinger defeats Brian Claremont by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) #9. Riveron "R.P.P." Potter-Pirbright (9-0) Riveron Potter-Pirbright is a good kick boxer who is noted for having excellent leg kicks. He joined XCC in 1999 when they launched their new Bantamweight division, despite having less than two years experience at that point, but has fitted in exceptionally well and four years into he career he still has yet to be defeated. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Riveron Potter-Pirbright defeats Britt Dickering by TKO (Leg Kick) in 4:18 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Shoin Chiba at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Riveron Potter-Pirbright defeats Ade Travers by TKO (Cut) in 2:13 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) 2. Riveron Potter-Pirbright defeats Ade Travers by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) #8. Pipob Jakkuprasat (12-2) Pipob Jakkuprasat is a pretty good kick boxer who may not have the power to stop people but certainly has the technique that he can chip away at people over the course of a fight. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. Ang Dong at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Pipob Jakkuprasat defeats Shusui Ohmiya by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) KDM FC 17: Atep vs. Nakamura (May 2001) 2. Apolonio Redondo Jr. defeats Pipob Jakkuprasat by TKO (Strikes) in 2:50 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 20: Nakamura vs. Wijaya (November 2001) #7. Apolonio Redondo Jr. (8-0) Apolonio Redondo Jr. is a Taekwondo fighter from the Philippines, and a rising star of Asain MMA who likes to batter opponents into defeat with a crowd pleasing arsenal of flashy kicks and stinging punches. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. D'Arcy Spode at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Apolonio Redondo Jr. defeats Po-Han Yue by TKO (Strikes) in 1:14 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 17: Atep vs. Nakamura (May 2001) 2. Apolonio Redondo Jr. defeats Pipob Jakkuprasat by TKO (Strikes) in 2:50 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 20: Nakamura vs. Wijaya (November 2001) #6. "One Minute" Ollie Rockmetteller (9-0-1) Ollie Rockmetteller is a tall and thin Bantamweight, a quality striker who is widely tipped to be a big star in the future. Known for his quick demolition jobs, his nickname "One Minute" came about after he finished each of his first four opponents in under sixty seconds. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Ollie Rockmetteller defeats Newton Reis by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:29 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 68 (November 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Sophan Sastrowardoya at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Ollie Rockmetteller defeats D'Arcy Spode by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 2. Ollie Rockmetteller drew with Ray Bellinger by Unanimous Draw in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) #5. "Radical" Ray Bellinger (11-2-1) Ray Bellinger is a ground and pound specialist, who likes to blitz opponents with barrages of punches. Regarded as one of the top Bantamweights in the world, he joined XCC in 1999 when they launched their Bantamweight division. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. Kawin Kayem at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Zach Steggles defeats Ray Bellinger by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 2. Ray Bellinger drew with Ollie Rockmetteller by Unanimous Draw in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) XCC: Machado vs. Ziskie II (June 2001) 3. Ray Bellinger defeats Brian Claremont by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) XCC: Ziskie vs. Shenkman (October 2001) #4. Zach "Beatdown" Steggles (11-1) Zach Steggles is a Muay Thai specialist who has been fighting with XCC since 1999. Known as one of the most vicious Bantamweight competitors in the world, his elbows are just plain nasty. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. Tossapol Puangchan at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Zach Steggles defeats Ray Bellinger by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) 2. Willy Bassett defeats Zach Steggles by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:54 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) Willy Bassett Retains The XCC Bantamweight Title #3. Kanji Togo (18-5) Kanji Togo is one of the best Bantamweights in the world, and is a tricky opponent to face thanks to his strong Jiu-Jitsu skills. Especially dangerous off of his back thanks to his extremely active guard, he is also particularly adept at using the rubber guard. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. Jez Worplesdon at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Kanji Togo defeats Sophan Sastrowardoya by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:08 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) KDM FC 16: Takeuchi vs. Akita (February 2001) Kanji Togo Won The KDM FC Bantamweight Title 2. Kanji Togo defeats Ronnarit Mamanee by Submission (Kimura) in 3:24 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) KDM FC 19: Togo vs. Mamanee (August 2001) Kanji Togo Retains The KDM FC Bantamweight Title #2. "Rowdy" Roddy Wickham (12-2) Roddy Wickham is a submission wrestler from Florida who has some of the best armlock submissions in the entire sport. Tough as nails, he can stand and strike if necessary, but is at his best if he can get his opponent down to the mat and work them over. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. Markus Waller at Canadian Tournament Combat 102 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Roddy Wickham defeats Aubrey Bassington-Bassington by Submission (Armbar) in 2:07 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) XCC: Siemaszko vs. Weatherly (April 2001) 2. Roddy Wickham defeats Dominic Ash by Submission (Kimura) in 1:07 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) XCC: Weatherly vs. Smith (July 2001) #1. "Wild" Willy Bassett (20-2) Willy Bassett is one of the biggest Bantamweights in the world, and uses his crushing wrestling power to simply shut down his opponents. He has been fighting for XCC since they opened their Bantamweight division in 1999, and has proven to be one of their big recent success stories. He has quickly established himself as one of the best Bantamweights in the world (if not the best), and was a dominant champion for them. CTC Record: 0-0 CTC Results: None Scheduled Fight: vs. Lito Alcala at Canadian Tournament Combat 101 (April 2003) Other Results: 1. Willy Bassett defeats Brian Claremont by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) XCC: Claremont vs. Bassett (February 2001) Willy Bassett Won The XCC Bantamweight Title 2. Willy Bassett defeats Zach Steggles by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:54 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) XCC: Bassett vs. Steggles (August 2001) Willy Bassett Retains The XCC Bantamweight Title Unranked Fighters Ashihei Bando (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Brian Claremont at Canadian Tournament Combat 101) John Hatter (6-0, 1-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Aubrey Bassington-Bassington at Canadian Tournament Combat 101) Mako Day (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Najib Sri Aziz bin Zai at Canadian Tournament Combat 102) Nadir Mendes Ferreira (6-1, 1-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Mitchell Bryan at Canadian Tournament Combat 101) Stiffy Little (10-3, 0-1 CTC) Takauji Aida (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Zabit Mansurov at Canadian Tournament Combat 102) Tossapol Puangchan (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Zach Steggles at Canadian Tournament Combat 101) Zabit Mansurov (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Takauji Aida at Canadian Tournament Combat 102) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 17, 2023 Author Share Posted August 17, 2023 Friday, Week 4, November 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Beast of Birmingham" Rav Kapur (12-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -1190) vs. Kieran "The Dragon" Morgan (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Underdog: +950) Rav Kapur is an enormously powerful kick boxer, who burst onto the scene in 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 June 2000. His first defeat, to Gladstone Lopes in January 2001, has provided the first speed bump in his career. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Vittorio Pescatelli in the first round of the tournament. Kieran Morgan is a Welsh fighter, 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. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Sahan Ozbek in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bunjiro Sammiya vs. Mugur Boc in the Third Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Armen "A-Game" Sarkisian (29-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Bast Moulke (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Underdog: +950) Armen Sarkisian is an Olympic calibre Greco-Roman wrestler, who is hugely burly fighter from Armenia. Very few people can stand up to a man as big and talented as him in a grappling contest, and his heavy hands mean that he is not to be taken lightly in a fist fight either, but he is renowned for having the dullest fights in MMA. A long-time ALPHA-1 Heavyweight, he has undoubtedly suffered more than anyone else from being in the same division as Hassan Fezzik, as otherwise he would definately have at least one world title to his name. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Lefter Oktay in ALPHA-1. 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. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Oscar Gomez in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Nimrod Wickhammersley vs. Toshiya Furube in the Third Round. MAIN CARD CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ari "The Finnisher" Peltonen (29-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -1200) vs. Scotty Arnsson (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +950) 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 has been with ALPHA-1 for most of his career and is highly respected by the Japanese fans. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over John Rivero in the first round of the tournament. Scott 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 hold of you, he's difficult to shift. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Constantin Burlacu in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Harv Dennis vs. Giovanni de Matos in the Third Round. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Duke "Nukem" Aiona (16-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -220) vs. Jozef "Pole Ax" Jankowski (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Underdog: +170) Duke Aiona is a 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 type of fighter. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Schalk Rhodes in the first round of the tournament. Jozef Jankowski is a Heavyweight kick boxer from Poland, 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 to his striking, but he has time to improve. After a perfect 6-0 record on the local circuit, he joined SIGMA in March 2001. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Mathieu Aumont in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fatuma Roy vs. Tyke Milligan in the Third Round. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Horrible" Harv Dennis (7-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Even: -110) vs. Giovanni de Matos (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Even: -110) Harv Dennis is relatively short but extremely solidly built, and 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 Jesse Singh in the first round of the tournament. Giovanni de Matos is a striker who is well known for his devastating leg kicks, and a formidable opponent when it comes to stand-up battles. His ground game is fairly weak however, although he does have the skills to defend himself fairly well. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Gary Sampson in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ari Peltonen vs. Scotty Arnsson in the Third Round. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Chief" Fatuma Roy (24-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -220) vs. Tyke "No Nonsense" Milligan (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Underdog: +170) Fatuma Roy is a big tough Samoan, who was a fine amateur 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 victory over Aljur Paras in the first round of the tournament. Tyke Milligan is a hard-nosed wrestler who is an expert in turning fights into wars of attrition, pinning his opponents to the cage 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 February 2001, allowing him to quit his job as a fireman and turn fully professional. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Fletcher Merman in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Duka Aiona vs. Jozef Jankowski in the Third Round. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Stunner" Bunjiro Sammiya (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Underdog: +890) vs. "The Crusher" Mugur Boc (11-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -1120) 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 skills at controlling opponents as the basis for his MMA game. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Wilson Franklyn in the first round of the tournament. Mugur Boc is Moldova's top MMA star, and 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 leglocks, are deadly. He is best known for his time with SIGMA, where he is perenially one of their top-ranked Heavyweights. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Guy Broom in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rav Kapur vs. Kieran Morgan in the Third Round. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Nimrod "The Tall Guy" Wickhammersley (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Favorite: -210) vs. Toshiya Furube (7-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Underdog: +160) 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. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kirk Purchase in the first round of the tournament. Toshiya Furube is a monster Heavyweight from Japan, who is a former Sumo competitor. His size alone makes him a difficult fighter to deal with, but his lack of basic striking or submission defence means that he is always vulnerable to getting beaten. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Bernard Alfredson in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Armen Sarkisian vs. Bast Moulke in the Third Round. Weigh-In Results Rav Kapur (265 lbs) vs. Kieran Morgan (243 lbs) Armen Sarkisian (265 lbs) vs. Bast Moulke (252 lbs) Ari Peltonen (236 lbs) vs. Scotty Arnsson (246 lbs) Duke Aiona (238 lbs) vs. Jozef Jankowski (249 lbs) Harv Dennis (249 lbs) vs. Giovanni de Matos (238 lbs) Fatuma Roy (236 lbs) vs. Tyke Milligan (250 lbs) Bunjiro Sammiya (238 lbs) vs. Mugur Boc (265 lbs) Nimrod Wickhammersley (242 lbs) vs. Toshiya Furube (265 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 69 Full Fight Card HW: Rav Kapur vs. Keiran Morgan HW: Armen Sarkisian vs. Bast Moulke HW: Ari Peltonen vs. Scotty Arnsson HW: Duke Aiona vs. Jozef Jankowski HW: Harv Dennis vs. Giovanni de Matos HW: Fatuma Roy vs. Tyke Milligan HW: Bunjiro Sammiya vs. Mugur Boc HW: Nimrod Wickhammersley vs. Toshiya Furube Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted August 18, 2023 Author Share Posted August 18, 2023 Friday, Week 4, November 2002 Live From Regina, Saskatchewan MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Nimrod "The Tall Guy" Wickhammersley (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Bolton, England, Favorite: -210) vs. Toshiya Furube (7-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +160) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley squares off with Toshiya Furube. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Wickhammersley is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 20lbs. That may be decisive. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Furube keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Wickhammersley lands two left hands, but Furube avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Wickhammersley lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Wickhammersley lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Wickhammersley lands a left hand and then hits Furube with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:05) A jab hits home from Wickhammersley and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Furube warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Wickhammersley can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Furube shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Wickhammersley partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Furube has a hold of the other. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Furube drives Wickhammersley up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:02) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Furube is wearing Wickhammersley down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 1 - 02:02) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Wickhammersley is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:00) The rest of the round sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (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 Wickhammersley. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Wickhammersley lands a jab and then catches Furube with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Furube wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Wickhammersley uses a left jab, but Furube dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Wickhammersley is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Wickhammersley connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Wickhammersley steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Wickhammersley fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Furube had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:05) A jab lands from Wickhammersley, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Furube hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Wickhammersley lands two left hands, but then can't connect with a head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:10) A jab is wide from Wickhammersley, but then he lands a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Wickhammersley is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Wickhammersley confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Wickhammersley connects with two left hands and then hits Furube with a great high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:32) That last blow may have really hurt Furube, he staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best he can! (Rd 2 - 01:32) A head kick hits Furube, but it didn't land with any real degree of power. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Wickhammersley floors Furube with a stiff head kick! (Rd 2 - 01:02) Wickhammersley quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Furube! (Rd 2 - 01:02) Wickhammersley unloads with massive right hands and Furube is getting destroyed! (Rd 2 - 01:02) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 00:44) The winner, by TKO, is Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley! Official Result: Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley defeats Toshiya Furube (TKO (Strikes) in 4:16 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Nimrod Wickhammersley name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Showing respect, Nimrod Wickhammersley praises Furube for his skill and toughness. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Stunner" Bunjiro Sammiya (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: +890) vs. "The Crusher" Mugur Boc (11-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Tighina, Moldova, Favorite: -1120) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Stunner' Bunjiro Sammiya squaring off with 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Sammiya 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) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Boc comes forward. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Sammiya manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Boc uses a right jab but Sammiya evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Boc moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sammiya into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Boc steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Boc connects with a nice jab and then he lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:10) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Sammiya misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick right jab and a good left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:01) That was the perfect example of how Boc can use his reach advantage. (Rd 1 - 04:01) He picked off Sammiya from range and was in no danger himself. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Boc chooses to shoot in on Sammiya. (Rd 1 - 03:55) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Boc attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Sammiya blocks it. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Sammiya tries to move to guard, but Boc doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Boc tries to ensnare Sammiya in a kneebar. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Sammiya gets caught by the kneebar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 02:15) Mugur Boc takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc defeats 'The Stunner' Bunjiro Sammiya (Submission (Kneebar) in 2:45 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Mugur Boc name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Chief" Fatuma Roy (24-10, 1-0 CTC, From: The San Francisco Bay Area, Favorite: -220) vs. Tyke "No Nonsense" Milligan (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Barnsley, England, Underdog: +170) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'Chief' Fatuma Roy battles Tyke 'No Nonsense' Milligan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Milligan 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 - 04:48) It looked like we were about to see Milligan try and get some grappling started, but Roy was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab lands from Roy, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Roy moves in on Milligan, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Milligan looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Roy simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Roy throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Roy fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Milligan comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:54) A jab hits home from Roy and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Roy fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Roy throws a one-two, but Milligan was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Milligan takes the chance and shoots on Roy. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Roy sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Milligan had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Roy fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Milligan aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 02:22) A jab hits home from Roy and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Milligan appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Roy took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Roy can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Milligan with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Milligan appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Roy took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Roy uses a left jab, but Milligan avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:30) A jab hits home from Roy and then he catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Blood is visible, it appears that Milligan has suffered a large gash above his eye. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Roy connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Taking a few gulps of breath, Roy is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Milligan chooses to shoot in on Roy. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Roy almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Milligan has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Unable to complete the takedown, Milligan instead pushes Roy up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Roy is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Milligan catches Roy with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Milligan smothers Roy against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Roy, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Milligan. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:49) Roy moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Milligan appeared to be going for a takedown, but Roy took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Roy lands a left jab, but Milligan evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Roy connects with a nice jab and then hits Milligan with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:21) The gash above the eye of Milligan has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Milligan may have been setting up to shoot, but Roy aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Roy lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Roy can't connect with a jab, but then catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Milligan is able to grab Roy. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Milligan tries to wrestle Roy backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Roy doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Roy looks to take Milligan down with a trip. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Milligan is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard! (Rd 2 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Roy begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Milligan can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Roy unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Roy pounds away with rights, Milligan is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 2 - 01:54) The referee jumps in and saves Milligan from taking any more shots! (Rd 2 - 01:35) 'Chief' Fatuma Roy takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'Chief' Fatuma Roy defeats Tyke 'No Nonsense' Milligan (TKO (Strikes) in 3:25 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Fatuma Roy gives a name-check to everyone at Bear Pit, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Naming a local club, Fatuma Roy invites everyone along to his post-show winner's party to celebrates with him. There's no doubt Fatuma Roy benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Horrible" Harv Dennis (7-0, 1-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Even: -110) vs. Giovanni de Matos (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Even: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Horrible' Harv Dennis takes on Giovanni de Matos. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:46) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 04:23) de Matos steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Dennis hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:23) A jab hits home from de Matos and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:08) de Matos moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Dennis into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Dennis hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 04:08) de Matos hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:48) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 03:19) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:51) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:25) de Matos counters a right hand with a jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:10) de Matos is off target with a pair of jabs but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Dennis lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Dennis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Matos comes in with a brace of jabs that are followed by a low kick. (Rd 1 - 01:23) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:56) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Dennis misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. de Matos attacks with a left jab and a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 00:41) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Dennis misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing de Matos to attack with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 00:12) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Dennis scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:12) de Matos scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to de Matos, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:54) de Matos is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Dennis is off-target with a jab and also misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:30) de Matos misses with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Dennis uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:12) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:12) de Matos lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Dennis misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:01) For the first time, Dennis is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:49) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:49) de Matos misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Dennis attacks with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:29) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:29) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 2 - 03:29) de Matos doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Dennis doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Dennis hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:16) de Matos lands two jabs and also connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, de Matos is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Limping slightly, Dennis is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:48) de Matos is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Dennis nails a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:35) de Matos uses a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Dennis lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Dennis counters a roundhouse kick with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 01:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Dennis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Matos comes in with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Dennis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 01:33) de Matos uses a left jab and also connects with a quick head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:20) That last hit did some damage, Dennis is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 2 - 01:20) de Matos hits a straight right hand! Dazed, Dennis continues to cover up. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Staggering backward further, Dennis half slumps against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:16) de Matos tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Dennis slips past it at the very last possible second. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Dennis manages to clear his head and circle away, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:02) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:02) de Matos dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a quick head kick. (Rd 2 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Retreating, Dennis 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 2 - 00:51) Dennis takes a right hand! (Rd 2 - 00:47) de Matos throws a head kick but Dennis absorbs the power with his raised arms. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Staggering backward further, Dennis half slumps against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:33) de Matos hits a straight right hand! Dazed, Dennis continues to cover up. (Rd 2 - 00:29) de Matos tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses as Dennis quickly steps backward and out of range. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Dennis circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat. (Rd 2 - 00:17) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to de Matos, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have de Matos ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:47) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Dennis misses with a big right hand, allowing de Matos to counter with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Dennis is limping slightly. (Rd 3 - 04:26) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 3 - 04:08) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Dennis is trying to muscle de Matos up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:08) He does so and now has de Matos pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Dennis is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Dennis catches de Matos with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:41) de Matos is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 03:29) Dennis smothers de Matos against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 03:14) Dennis smothers de Matos against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Dennis scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Dennis hits de Matos, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:25) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Stanley Wright brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:25) de Matos 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 - 02:14) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:14) de Matos slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Dennis has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Dennis misses with a big right hand, allowing de Matos to counter with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 01:35) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:35) Dennis uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches de Matos to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 01:21) de Matos looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Dennis is trying to muscle de Matos up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Dennis achieves it, pinning de Matos to the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:01) From the looks of things, I don't think Dennis has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 01:01) de Matos is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 00:49) de Matos takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Dennis smothers de Matos against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 00:27) de Matos is trapped against the cage and Dennis punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 00:11) de Matos is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (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 Dennis. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to de Matos. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:48) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 04:34) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:34) Using his wrestling skills, Dennis is trying to push de Matos up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:34) de Matos ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Dennis hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 4 - 04:12) de Matos is trapped against the cage and Dennis hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 04:01) Dennis tries to use dirty boxing against de Matos, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Dennis looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Dennis smothers de Matos against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 03:27) de Matos takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 03:19) de Matos is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 03:05) de Matos gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Dennis catches de Matos with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:51) de Matos takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 4 - 02:39) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Stanley Wright brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 02:30) Dennis misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:30) de Matos hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 4 - 02:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 02:01) de Matos is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg. Dennis misses a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Limping quite noticeably, Dennis is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 4 - 01:38) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:38) de Matos hits a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 4 - 01:38) Dennis is off target with a left jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Dennis falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack. (Rd 4 - 01:11) de Matos slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:57) From the looks of things, I don't think de Matos has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:45) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 00:13) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (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 Dennis. (Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 5 - 04:49) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:49) Dennis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Matos comes in with a jab and a quick kick. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:28) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 5 - 04:28) de Matos tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Dennis is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 04:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 03:35) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Dennis misses with a big right hand, allowing de Matos to counter with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:08) de Matos is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 5 - 03:08) Dennis misses a jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 02:53) Limping quite noticeably, Dennis is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 5 - 02:39) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:39) Dennis misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a kick to the leg. (Rd 5 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:16) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:16) de Matos finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. Dennis lands a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:03) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:03) Dennis is trying to muscle de Matos up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:03) He does so and now has de Matos pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:52) de Matos waits for Dennis to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 01:33) de Matos dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 5 - 01:05) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:05) de Matos hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Dennis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 5 - 00:54) de Matos looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 5 - 00:54) Dennis has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 5 - 00:40) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:40) Dennis misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing de Matos to attack with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 5 - 00:19) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:19) Dennis doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:19) de Matos is off-target with a jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:05) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:05) Dennis is trying to muscle de Matos up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:05) de Matos ends up backed 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 think de Matos 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 given 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Giovanni de Matos! Official Result: Giovanni de Matos defeats 'Horrible' Harv Dennis (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giovanni de Matos 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 Harv Dennis and praises his toughness. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Duke "Nukem" Aiona (16-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Kailua, Hawaii, Favorite: -220) vs. Jozef "Pole Ax" Jankowski (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Underdog: +170) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Duke 'Nukem' Aiona vs. Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Jankowski moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aiona into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Aiona tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Jankowski lands a flurry of three quick punches and then he catches Aiona with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:21) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 03:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Aiona uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Jankowski lands a nice left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Jankowski attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Aiona throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Jankowski can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Aiona with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Jankowski comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Aiona lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Jankowski can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Aiona with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Jankowski attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Aiona hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he hits Aiona with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 02:48) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Jankowski moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aiona into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Aiona hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Jankowski throws a two-punch combo but Aiona avoids both. (Rd 1 - 01:44) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Jankowski hits a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Aiona lands two jabs but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:25) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Aiona is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Jankowski lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:08) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Aiona scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Jankowski hits a jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Jankowski initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Aiona hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Jankowski hits a couple of minor right hands, but Aiona evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 00:29) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (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 Jankowski. Round 2 Quote (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) Aiona hits a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. Jankowski lands a right jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Jankowski comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Aiona fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Jankowski connects with a nice jab and then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:11) For the first time, Jankowski is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 04:06) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Jankowski initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Aiona hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Jankowski can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Aiona with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Aiona misses with a head kick attempt and gets countered with a glancing high kick. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Jankowski comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Aiona fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 02:58) A jab is wide from Jankowski, but then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Aiona misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a left cross. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Aiona misses a right hook and gets countered with a right jab and a left cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 01:19) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Aiona hits a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Jankowski throws three quick punches and lands two of them and then hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Jankowski comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Aiona manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Jankowski lands a right hand and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Aiona. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Jankowski connects with a jab, but the following leg kick is too slow and gets caught by Aiona! (Rd 2 - 00:01) Holding the leg, Aiona tries for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Doing superbly, Jankowski prevents the takedown and manages to yank his leg free entirely. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Jankowski took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Jankowski up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:55) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Aiona misses with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Jankowski scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Jankowski, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Clinched with Aiona, Jankowski looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Jankowski can't get the takedown as Aiona wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 04:07) With control of the clinch, Aiona tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Jankowski stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Clinched with Aiona, Jankowski looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 03:37) The takedown doesn't work, Aiona blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Jankowski doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 3 - 03:13) With control of the clinch, Aiona tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Aiona doesn't get it, Jankowski blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Aiona looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Aiona can't get the takedown as Jankowski wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:27) With control of the clinch, Jankowski tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Jankowski doesn't get the takedown, Aiona instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Aiona looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:13) It's unsuccessful, Jankowski maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 01:54) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Aiona is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Jankowski hits a right jab and then catches Aiona with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 01:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Aiona misses a jab but lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Jankowski lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Aiona doesn't connect with a leg kick and gets countered with a jab and a right to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:41) Jankowski looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 00:41) Aiona hits Jankowski with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Aiona hits Jankowski with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Jankowski seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Aiona is looking to muscle Jankowski back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Aiona achieves it, pinning Jankowski to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to 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 Jankowski. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Aiona, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:50) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Aiona lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Jankowski uses a right jab and also lands with a right hand to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:23) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Jankowski misses with a big left hand, allowing Aiona to counter with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 04:09) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 4 - 03:44) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:44) Aiona uses a left jab but is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 4 - 03:44) Jankowski hits a right jab but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Limping slightly, Aiona is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Jankowski can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 03:05) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Aiona uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Jankowski lands a right jab and also connects cleanly with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Aiona is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Aiona had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Jankowski hits a right hand, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:24) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Jankowski looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Aiona limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 4 - 01:57) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Jankowski connects with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Aiona uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Jankowski uses a right jab but doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Aiona hits a jab and also just about lands a head kick. (Rd 4 - 01:21) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:21) Jankowski gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Aiona uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Aiona tries to wrestle Jankowski backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:06) He does so and now has Jankowski pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Aiona is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Jankowski gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Aiona smothers Jankowski against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 00:30) Aiona scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:19) Aiona attempts to hit a knee but Jankowski tightens the clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Aiona attempts to use a close-range elbow strike but Jankowski pulls the clinch tighter. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Jankowski came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Aiona is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 5 - 04:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 04:35) Aiona looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Jankowski simply took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:35) Jankowski connects with a nice jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:21) Aiona limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 5 - 04:06) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Aiona doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Jankowski finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 5 - 03:45) Jankowski lands a right hand and then hits Aiona with a straight left. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Aiona limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 5 - 03:27) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 03:27) Jankowski dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a great left hook. (Rd 5 - 03:17) That last shot may have done some damage, Aiona is backing off and trying to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 5 - 03:17) Aiona takes a left hand! (Rd 5 - 03:17) Back-pedalling further, Aiona ends up backed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Jankowski lands a left uppercut but did not get all of it, Aiona partially blocked it! (Rd 5 - 03:03) A brutal left hand sends Aiona staggering backward! He stumbles and crashes down to the floor! (Rd 5 - 02:55) Jankowski quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Aiona! (Rd 5 - 02:55) Jankowski pounds away with left hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 5 - 02:37) Jankowski fires away with elbows but Aiona doesn't take much damage. Rd 5 - 02:22) Aiona tries to pull guard on Jankowski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Jankowski pounds away with elbow strikes but Aiona isn't troubled by them. (Rd 5 - 02:00) Aiona tries to pull guard on Jankowski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 5 - 01:48) Jankowski pounds away with elbow strikes, but Aiona calmly deals with them. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Aiona pulls half guard. (Rd 5 - 01:19) Jankowski attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 5 - 01:19) Aiona allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 5 - 01:06) The scramble results in Jankowski being on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 5 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:52) Aiona begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 5 - 00:52) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Jankowski tries to get back up. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Aiona ends up holding a waist-lock behind Jankowski, who is kneeling. (Rd 5 - 00:21) Aiona unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Aiona seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Aiona pounds away and Jankowski eats a few big strikes. (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 Jankowski. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 49-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski defeats Duke 'Nukem' Aiona (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Jozef Jankowski thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Jozef Jankowski says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Duke Aiona. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Ari "The Finnisher" Peltonen (29-10, 1-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Favorite: -1200) vs. Scotty Arnsson (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen takes on Scotty Arnsson. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Peltonen uses a left jab, but Arnsson steps back to avoid a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Peltonen fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Arnsson with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Arnsson may have been aiming to get in close, but Peltonen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Peltonen lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Arnsson gets in close and clinches with Peltonen. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Arnsson is trying to muscle Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Arnsson achieves it, pinning Peltonen to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Arnsson tries to maintain control, but Peltonen wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Peltonen comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Peltonen can't get past the sprawl of Arnsson and gets pushed down onto his hands and knees instead. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Arnsson unloads with big right hands, but Peltonen is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Arnsson pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Sensing a knee strike about to be thrown, Peltonen scoots backward quickly and springs to his feet. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Peltonen closes in on Arnsson, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:46) A tentative jab from Arnsson lands. (Rd 1 - 01:46) A jab lands from Peltonen, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Peltonen looked like he was about to shoot, but Arnsson stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Arnsson is looking to muscle Peltonen back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Arnsson achieves it, pinning Peltonen to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Arnsson shows great control, keeping Peltonen pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Thirty seconds passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Arnsson shows great control, keeping Peltonen pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:19) 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) I have to give that round to Arnsson, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Peltonen, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:49) There's a takedown attempt from Peltonen. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Peltonen can't get past the sprawl of Arnsson and gets pushed down onto his hands and knees instead. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Arnsson fires away with right hands, but Peltonen doesn't take much damage. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Arnsson pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Peltonen. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Arnsson tries to pound on Peltonen, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Taking advantage of a pause, Peltonen stands up. (Rd 2 - 03:34) For the first time, Arnsson is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:21) Peltonen connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Peltonen looked like he was about to shoot, but Arnsson stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Arnsson is looking to muscle Peltonen back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:46) He does so and now has Peltonen pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Arnsson tries to smother Peltonen against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Moving in fast, Arnsson wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Arnsson is looking to muscle Peltonen back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Arnsson can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Peltonen attempts to wrestle Arnsson to the ground. (Rd 2 - 01:21) The takedown is successful, Arnsson pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Peltonen pounds away with rights and Arnsson is eating some heavy shots! (Rd 2 - 00:48) Peltonen begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 2 - 00:48) He passes to half guard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Peltonen. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:47) Peltonen can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Arnsson aggressively moves in and grapples with Peltonen. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Arnsson is trying to muscle Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Arnsson can't do it though, and Peltonen gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Peltonen looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Arnsson cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Peltonen begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Arnsson can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Arnsson is defending with tenacity, he is doing everything possible to frustrate Peltonen. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Peltonen fires away and Arnsson is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Peltonen starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Peltonen is too skilled for Arnsson, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 3 - 01:40) Peltonen throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Peltonen throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Peltonen fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:35) Peltonen attempts to move to mount. (Rd 3 - 00:35) He can't get the mount as Arnsson rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (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 Peltonen. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Peltonen. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:47) Peltonen lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Arnsson aggressively moves in and grapples with Peltonen. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Using his wrestling skills, Arnsson is trying to push Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Peltonen doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Arnsson doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Peltonen uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Arnsson to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Using his wrestling skills, Peltonen is trying to push Arnsson up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Peltonen can't manage it, Arnsson fought it. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Arnsson gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 03:11) Peltonen attempts to wrestle Arnsson to the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:11) Arnsson, desperate, grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 4 - 03:11) Referee Kyle Crisp spots that bit of cheating and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 03:11) Peltonen looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 4 - 03:11) Arnsson blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 03:11) Somehow referee Kyle Crisp didn't see it! (Rd 4 - 03:11) Peltonen looks to take Arnsson down with a trip. (Rd 4 - 03:11) An outside leg trip sweeps Arnsson down to the ground! (Rd 4 - 03:11) Peltonen takes the back of Arnsson directly off the takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:46) Peltonen unloads with massive right hands and Arnsson is getting destroyed! (Rd 4 - 02:46) With Arnsson taking a beating, referee Kyle Crisp has to stop the fight! (Rd 4 - 02:28) The winner, by TKO, is Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen! Official Result: Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen defeats Scotty Arnsson (TKO (Strikes) in 2:32 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ari Peltonen takes the microphone and announces that he is now retiring following this fight. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Armen "A-Game" Sarkisian (29-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Artashat, Armenia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Bast Moulke (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Armen 'A-Game' Sarkisian goes up against Bast Moulke in the CTC Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Stanley Wright. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moulke is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 30lbs. That may be decisive. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Sarkisian hits a left jab and then hits Moulke with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Sarkisian can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Sarkisian can't connect with a jab, but then catches Moulke with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:09) There is blood dripping from the nose of Moulke, it may have been broken by that shot. (Rd 1 - 04:09) That's really going to affect his breathing. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Sarkisian throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Moulke gets close enough to clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Using his wrestling skills, Moulke is trying to push Sarkisian up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Moulke can't move Sarkisian at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Sarkisian is trying to muscle Moulke up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Sarkisian can't do it though, Moulke defended it well. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Sarkisian looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. (Rd 1 - 02:46) He gets Moulke up! Sarkisian slams him down, ending up in guard. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Sarkisian is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Sarkisian passes to side control with ease. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Sarkisian tries to ensnare Moulke in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Moulke doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Sarkisian blocks Moulke as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Sarkisian tries to ensnare Moulke in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Moulke gets caught by a kimura, it's in deep! (Rd 1 - 00:50) Shockingly, Sarkisian loses it! Moulke pops his arm free, and has somehow survived! (Rd 1 - 00:50) Sarkisian retains side control though, so the danger has far from passed. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Sarkisian blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Sarkisian pounds away on Moulke, 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 have to give that round to Sarkisian, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Sarkisian, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:53) Moulke may have been aiming to get in close, but Sarkisian aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Sarkisian uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Sarkisian seems to get the advantage. (Rd 2 - 04:23) With underhooks giving him solid control over Moulke, Sarkisian looks for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:23) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! He gets side control of it! (Rd 2 - 04:09) Sarkisian tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 2 - 04:09) He gets the mount. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Sarkisian tries to set up Moulke for an armbar. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Sarkisian gets the armbar fully applied and Moulke has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 03:06) The winner, by submission, is Armen 'A-Game' Sarkisian! Official Result: Armen 'A-Game' Sarkisian defeats Bast Moulke (Submission (Armbar) in 1:54 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Armen Sarkisian praises his team at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Beast of Birmingham" Rav Kapur (12-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, England, Favorite: -1190) vs. Kieran "The Dragon" Morgan (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Beast Of Birmingham' Rav Kapur fights Kieran 'The Dragon' Morgan in the CTC Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, Kapur is probably at least 25lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Morgan to try and overcome. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Kapur steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Kapur looks to pressure Morgan, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab is wide from Kapur, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a vicious head kick! (Rd 1 - 04:14) Morgan is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 04:14) Kapur senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 04:14) Kapur pounds away, Morgan is taking heavy shot after heavy shot! (Rd 1 - 04:14) Morgan appears to go limp and the referee dives in and pulls Kapur away - it's all over! (Rd 1 - 03:54) 'The Beast Of Birmingham' Rav Kapur takes the win by knock out! Official Result: 'The Beast Of Birmingham' Rav Kapur defeats Kieran 'The Dragon' Morgan (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:06 of round 1). 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. Asked about the knock out, Rav Kapur says that he can always rely on his punches to get the job done and that it's a big advantage for him. Attendance: 290 Gate Reciepts: $22,968 Sponsorship: $26,069 Ad Revenue: $580,574 Merchandise: $3,949 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $140,670) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Rav Kapur $22,425 Kieran Morgan $1,845 KotN: Kapur: $5,000 Armen Sarkisian $41,820 Bast Moulke $1,845 Ari Peltonen $25,682 Scotty Arnsson $11,968 FotN: Both: $10,000 Jozef Jankowski $2,788 Duke Aiona $4,182 Giovanni de Matos $2,961 Harv Dennis $1,968 Fatuma Roy $6,273 Tyke Milligan $1,968 Mugur Boc $9,009 Bunjiro Sammiya $1,354 SotN: Boc: $5,000 Nimrod Wickhammersley $2,614 Toshiya Furube $1,968 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $20,951 Profit: $462,931 Critical Rating: 70% Commercial Rating: 57% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +2.0% 82.5% (High Level Regional) USA +1.2% 84.4% (High Level Regional) UK +2.8% 80.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.2% 77.5% (High Level Regional) Australia +1.2% 75.3% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.4% 87.7% (High Level Regional) Asia +1.0% 79.0% (High Level Regional) Russia +0.9% 63.6% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +1.2% 75.0% (High Level Regional) South America +1.6% 82.6% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.7% 72.0% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.0% 56.6% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 67, and all fighters tested clean. - Ari Peltonen announced his retirement to the crowd following his victory over Scotty Arnsson. He retires from the sport with a professional record of 30-10, with a CTC promotional record of 2-0, including a Split Decision victory over John Rivero at Canadian Tournament Combat 33, and a fourth round TKO victory over Scotty Arnsson at Canadian Tournament Combat 69. - Ari Peltonen's replacement in the tournament will be announced at a later date. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Kieran Morgan, Bast Moulke, Scotty Arnsson, Duke Aiona, Harv Dennis, Tyke Milligan, Bunjiro Sammiya, and Toshiya Furube. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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