CageRage Posted September 12, 2023 Author Share Posted September 12, 2023 Saturday, Week 1, January 2003 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 SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Texas Bulldozer" Cory Frain (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Dallas, Texas, Underdog: +150) vs. Abe "Pit Bull" Locke (7-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Springfield, Ohio, Favorite: -200) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with 'Texas Bulldozer' Cory Frain squaring off with Abe 'Pit Bull' Locke. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) A tentative jab from Frain lands. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Locke lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Locke can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Locke moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Locke hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Locke lands a left jab, but Frain avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Locke lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Frain moves in and clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Frain is trying to push Locke so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Frain can't move Locke at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 02:18) With control of the clinch, Locke tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Frain cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Locke lies on top of Frain, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Time slips away as Locke successfully keeps Frain stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Locke smothers Frain with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 00:25) The clock runs down as Frain is being smothered against the ground by Locke. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Locke, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Circling warily, Frain is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Locke fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Frain with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Locke comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Frain, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Locke hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Taking a few gulps of breath, Locke is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Locke connects with a jab, but Frain avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Locke hits a left jab and then catches Frain with a stunning right hook! (Rd 2 - 03:57) Frain wobbles, then falls! (Rd 2 - 03:47) Locke senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 2 - 03:47) Locke pounds away, Frain is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 2 - 03:47) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 03:36) Abe Locke takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Abe 'Pit Bull' Locke defeats 'Texas Bulldozer' Cory Frain (TKO (Strikes) in 1:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Abe Locke name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Noddy "War Elephant" Pascow (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Baltimore, Maryland, Favorite: -420) vs. Gunnar Rasmussen (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Copenhagen, Denmark, Underdog: +330) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Noddy 'War Elephant' Pascow squares off with Gunnar Rasmussen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Pascow, but Rasmussen was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Rasmussen hits a couple of minor left hands, but Pascow evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Pascow shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Rasmussen partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Pascow has a hold of the other. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Pascow uses the position to drive Rasmussen up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Pascow uses dirty boxing to punish Rasmussen while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Pascow keeps Rasmussen stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:50) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Rasmussen is trapped against the cage and Pascow punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Pascow pins Rasmussen up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:15) 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 - 02:00) Pascow shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Pascow can't get past the sprawl of Rasmussen...and eats a hard knee strike too! (Rd 1 - 02:00) Pascow is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 01:44) Rasmussen moves in quickly to try and finish Pascow with stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 01:44) Rasmussen stomps and kicks away at the stunned Pascow but can't put him away! (Rd 1 - 01:23) Rasmussen tries to come in and secure a ground position. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Rasmussen attains side control. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Rasmussen attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Rasmussen gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Pascow has to tap! (Rd 1 - 00:30) The winner, by submission, is Gunnar Rasmussen! Official Result: Gunnar Rasmussen defeats Noddy 'War Elephant' Pascow (Submission (Kimura) in 4:30 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Gunnar Rasmussen name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Talking about causing such an upset, Gunnar Rasmussen said that being labelled such a heavy underdog hurt his pride and helped spur him on in the fight. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Yoshikazu "Fat Boy" Inamoto (10-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Even: -110) vs. "California" Marty Sinnar (6-3, 1-0 CTC, From: San Andreas, California, Even: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Yoshikazu 'Fat Boy' Inamoto battling 'California' Marty Sinnar. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Inamoto uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Sinnar gets hold of Inamoto without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Sinnar tries to wrestle Inamoto backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Inamoto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Inamoto is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Smothered against the cage, Inamoto is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 04:08) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Sinnar smothers Inamoto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:06) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more. (Rd 1 - 02:33) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Sinnar comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:19) The takedown is unsuccessful, Inamoto sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Inamoto connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Inamoto throws a one-two, but Sinnar was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Sinnar comes in and grabs Inamoto in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Sinnar is trying to push Inamoto so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Inamoto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Sinnar presses Inamoto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:01) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Sinnar smothers Inamoto against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Sinnar presses Inamoto into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 1 - 00:03) A stalemate endures until the end of the round as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Sinnar, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:49) Inamoto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Sinnar with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Inamoto moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Inamoto throws a one-two, but Sinnar was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Inamoto is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Sinnar is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Sinnar looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Inamoto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Inamoto hits a left jab and then hits Sinnar with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Inamoto is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Inamoto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Inamoto confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Sinnar had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Inamoto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:53) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Sinnar, but Inamoto was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:53) A one-two from Inamoto fails to land. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Inamoto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Sinnar shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:13) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Inamoto is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Sinnar gets his first takedown of the bout. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Sinnar smothers Inamoto with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Sinnar attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Sinnar gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Sinnar throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Sinnar blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Sinnar pounds away but Inamoto deals with the blows fairly easily. (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 Sinnar. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Sinnar up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:52) Sinnar uses a brace of left jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Inamoto throws a two-punch combo but Sinnar avoids both. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Inamoto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Inamoto looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Sinnar comes in and grabs Inamoto in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Using his wrestling skills, Sinnar is trying to push Inamoto up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Sinnar manages it and controls Inamoto up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Sinnar hits Inamoto, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 03:40) Inamoto, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Sinnar is exerting. (Rd 3 - 03:40) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Sinnar tries to maintain control, but Inamoto wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Sinnar is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Inamoto hits a left jab and then catches Sinnar with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Sinnar appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Inamoto took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 01:58) A one-two from Inamoto fails to land. (Rd 3 - 01:34) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Sinnar. (Rd 3 - 01:34) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Inamoto pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 01:15) In guard, Sinnar begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Sinnar is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Sinnar throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Inamoto tries to move to guard, but Sinnar doesn't allow it. (Rd 3 - 00:17) Sinnar pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Sinnar blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Sinnar. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Inamoto is running out of rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:46) Inamoto closes in on Sinnar, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:46) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Sinnar, but Inamoto was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Inamoto throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Inamoto can be heard trash talking as the two fighters circle. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Sinnar looked like he was going to shoot, but Inamoto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Inamoto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Inamoto looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Inamoto throws a one-two, but Sinnar was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 03:56) Seizing the opportunity, Sinnar clinches. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Using his wrestling skills, Sinnar is trying to push Inamoto up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Sinnar does it, Inamoto is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Inamoto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 03:12) Sinnar smothers Inamoto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Sinnar smothers Inamoto up against the cage, although he looks increasingly tired. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two tired-looking fighters try to get their wind back. (Rd 4 - 01:53) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:53) Inamoto lets fly with a verbal barrage of trash talk. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Sinnar aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Inamoto connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Sinnar seizes the chance and grabs Inamoto into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:19) Inamoto uses his wrestling to smother Sinnar and stop him from using any dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Inamoto gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Sinnar seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Sinnar is trying to push Inamoto so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:48) He does so and now has Inamoto pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Sinnar looks for a foot stomp but Inamoto works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Sinnar aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Inamoto connects with a jab, but Sinnar evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Sinnar took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Inamoto 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) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:48) A tired-looking Sinnar shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Inamoto cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 04:48) That's his third takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:39) The clock runs down as Inamoto is being smothered against the ground by Sinnar. (Rd 5 - 04:15) Sinnar lies on top of Inamoto, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Sinnar lies on top of Inamoto, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Sinnar fires away with punches, and Inamoto is stung by several big shots. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Sinnar pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Inamoto. (Rd 5 - 02:40) Time slips away as Sinnar successfully keeps Inamoto stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:09) Sinnar catches Inamoto with a glancing elbow strike. (Rd 5 - 02:09) It looks like Inamoto has been cut across the forehead by a strike. (Rd 5 - 02:02) Sinnar looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 02:02) Sinnar doesn't let Inamoto pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Sinnar pounds away, but Inamoto isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Sinnar doesn't allow Inamoto to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 5 - 01:30) Time slips away as Sinnar successfully keeps Inamoto stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:52) Sinnar lies on top of Inamoto, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Sinnar begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Inamoto finds his opponent too skilled, and Sinnar passes guard into side control. (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 Sinnar. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'California' Marty Sinnar! Official Result: 'California' Marty Sinnar defeats Yoshikazu 'Fat Boy' Inamoto (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Marty Sinnar thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Marty Sinnar gives a show of respect to his opponent. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Renato (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Warren Scumboon (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Omaha, Nebraska, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Renato takes on Warren Scumboon. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Scumboon can't connect with a jab, but then hits Renato with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Coming forward, Renato is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:34) A jab is wide from Scumboon, but then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Renato is able to grab Scumboon. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Renato is trying to push Scumboon so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:15) He does so and now has Scumboon pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:01) With Scumboon stuck against the cage, Renato tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Scumboon grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Scumboon gets a verbal warning from the referee! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Renato ducks down and grabs a leg. Scumboon remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Scumboon, desperate, grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Scumboon is lucky, as referee Kyle Crisp apparently didn't see it! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Renato keeps Scumboon stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:01) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:47) An ugly but effective tactic, Renato is pressing Scumboon up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 1 - 02:47) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 01:42) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp separates the two fighters. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Renato shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Scumboon cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Renato attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Renato struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Renato, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Renato, 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 - 04:50) Scumboon can't connect with a jab, but then catches Renato with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Renato warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Scumboon connects with a nice jab and then catches Renato with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Renato may have been aiming to get in close, but Scumboon aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Scumboon can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Coming forward, Renato is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Scumboon lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Renato, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Scumboon throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:30) A jab lands from Scumboon, but Renato evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Scumboon lands a left hand and then catches Renato with a right hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:52) There's a takedown attempt from Renato. (Rd 2 - 02:52) The takedown is completed, Renato gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Renato looks to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Renato takes the back instead, Scumboon rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Renato tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Scumboon defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Scumboon tries to move Renato off his back but can't. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Renato tries to finish Scumboon off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Renato flattens Scumboon out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 2 - 00:32) Renato takes the win by submission! Official Result: Renato defeats Warren Scumboon (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:28 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Renato thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Graham "The Man Mountain" Goodbody (20-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Favorite: -520) vs. Lucius M Banks (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Underdog: +410) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Graham 'The Man Mountain' Goodbody squares off with Lucius M Banks. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 04:32) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Goodbody chooses to shoot in on Banks. (Rd 1 - 04:01) The takedown is successful, Banks pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Goodbody smothers Banks with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Goodbody pounds away and Banks eats a few big strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:58) The clock runs down as Banks is being smothered against the ground by Goodbody. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Goodbody catches Banks with a wicked slicing elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Goodbody fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 1 - 02:01) The clock runs down as Banks is being smothered against the ground by Goodbody. (Rd 1 - 01:38) The clock runs down as Banks is being smothered against the ground by Goodbody. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Goodbody lies on top of Banks, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:26) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Banks throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (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 Goodbody. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:53) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 2 - 04:29) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 04:07) For the first time, Goodbody is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Banks scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Goodbody lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Banks closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Goodbody may have been aiming to get in close, but Banks aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Banks connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Banks comes forward. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Goodbody fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Banks hits a left jab and then he catches Goodbody with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:00) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Banks can't connect with a jab, but then catches Goodbody with a right hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Banks is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:20) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Banks comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Banks confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Banks fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Goodbody wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Banks lands two left hands and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Banks moves in on Goodbody, preparing to throw. (Rd 2 - 01:13) A jab hits home from Banks and then he catches Goodbody with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Banks comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Banks steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Banks connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:19) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Banks lands a left jab, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Banks. (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 - 04:51) Banks comes forward, walking down Goodbody. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Banks looks to pressure Goodbody, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Banks connects with a nice jab and then he hits Goodbody with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Banks clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Goodbody is looking to muscle Banks back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Banks ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:21) With Banks stuck against the cage, Goodbody tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Banks gets slammed down, ending up on his hands and knees with Goodbody on top of him. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Goodbody pounds away and Banks eats a few big strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Breathing very hard, Goodbody is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Goodbody pounds away on Banks, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Goodbody pounds away with rights, but Banks covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Goodbody is too slow to stop Banks getting back up. (Rd 3 - 03:08) Banks is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Banks can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 3 - 02:59) He's down! Goodbody falls to the floor! (Rd 3 - 02:54) Banks looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Banks moves in quickly, kneeling beside Goodbody and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 3 - 02:54) Banks pounds away and Goodbody eats a few big strikes. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Banks pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Goodbody tries to move to guard, but Banks doesn't allow it. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Banks pounds away on Goodbody, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 3 - 01:40) Goodbody tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Banks unloads with big rights, but Goodbody covers up well. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Banks blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Banks pounds away with rights, but Goodbody covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Goodbody tries to pull guard on Banks but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Banks pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 00:13) Goodbody tries to move to guard, but Banks doesn't allow it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Banks took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Banks up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:51) Banks hits a left hand, but Goodbody avoids a big right. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Banks fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 4 - 04:30) Goodbody is knocked down! (Rd 4 - 04:24) From the looks of things, I don't think Banks has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Banks moves in quickly, kneeling beside Goodbody and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 4 - 04:24) Banks pounds away and Goodbody eats a few big strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Banks pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Goodbody. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Goodbody tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Banks unloads with big right hands, but Goodbody is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 4 - 03:18) Goodbody tries to move to guard, but Banks doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 03:04) Banks pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Goodbody tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Banks unloads with some right hands, but Goodbody deals with them comfortably. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Goodbody tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Banks attempts to armbar Goodbody from side control. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Goodbody doesn't allow the armbar to be applied. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Goodbody seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Banks blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 01:19) Banks pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 4 - 00:59) Goodbody tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 00:43) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Banks rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Banks confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Banks can't connect with a jab, but then hits Goodbody with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:20) That last blow may have really hurt Goodbody, he staggers backward and tries to cover up as best he can! (Rd 4 - 00:20) A vicious right hand from Banks drops Goodbody! He is knocked out! (Rd 4 - 00:14) The winner, by knock out; Lucius M Banks! Official Result: Lucius M Banks defeats Graham 'The Man Mountain' Goodbody (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:46 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Graham Goodbody announces that he has decided to retire from active competition following this loss. Post-Fight: Lucius M Banks announces that he has decided to retire form active competition following this fight. Lucius M Banks thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he has a lot of respect for Graham Goodbody and praises his toughness. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Sherman "The Tank" Shields (22-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Bracebridge, Ontario, Favorite: -340) vs. Melvin Yeo (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Langkawi, Malaysia, Underdog: +270) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Sherman 'The Tank' Shields going head to head with Melvin Yeo. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan 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) The weight difference here is obvious, as Shields must be giving up at least 90lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 04:22) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Yeo initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Shields manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Yeo throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Shields comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Yeo throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Shields can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Yeo looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Shields simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Shields throws a punch but Yeo was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:57) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Shields tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Yeo finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Shields misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Yeo comes in with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:07) For the first time, Yeo is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Shields misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Taking a few gulps of breath, Shields is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Yeo misses with a big right hand, allowing Shields to counter with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Yeo stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Yeo is trying to push Shields so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:15) He does so and now has Shields pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Yeo doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Yeo smothers Shields against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Shields is trapped against the cage and Yeo hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Shields is trapped against the cage and Yeo hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Yeo catches Shields with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Yeo uses a hard foot stomp. (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 Yeo. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Yeo slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Shields steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Yeo hit a counter left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Shields throws a one-two, but Yeo was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:20) A few deep breaths betray that Shields is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 04:10) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Shields lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Yeo hits a jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Breathing very hard, Shields is looking ragged. (Rd 2 - 03:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:48) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Shields misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Yeo is off target with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Yeo counters a right hand with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 2 - 02:59) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Shields misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Yeo comes in with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Yeo looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 2 - 02:44) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Using his wrestling skills, Yeo is trying to push Shields up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Shields ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Yeo catches Shields with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Shields is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Yeo hits Shields, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Shields takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Yeo drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Yeo catches Shields with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Yeo pins Shields up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Yeo smothers Shields against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Yeo smothers Shields against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Referee Leo Behan decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Yeo comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Shields throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Yeo can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Shields with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Shields was rocked by that last shot! He backs away, covering up, but looks very unsteady! (Rd 2 - 00:27) Yeo goes under the guard and floors Shields with a right uppercut! (Rd 2 - 00:19) Yeo looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 2 - 00:19) Yeo moves in quickly, kneeling beside Shields and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 2 - 00:19) Yeo pounds away and Shields eats a few big strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Yeo tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Yeo. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Yeo up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:48) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 3 - 04:31) From the looks of things, I don't think Shields has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 04:23) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 3 - 03:59) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Yeo is looking to muscle Shields back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Yeo manages it and controls Shields up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Yeo attempts to throw an elbow, but Shields tightens the clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Yeo keeps Shields up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Yeo attempts to hit a knee to the thigh area but Shields tightens the clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:53) Shields gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Shields gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Yeo smothers Shields against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Yeo scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Shields takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Referee Leo Behan decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:41) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 3 - 01:19) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Shields misses with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Yeo tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Shields uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Yeo is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:38) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Shields misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Yeo to attack with a jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Shields was rocked by that last shot! He backs away until up against the cage, covering up, but looks very unsteady! (Rd 3 - 00:23) A vicious right hand from Yeo drops Shields! He is knocked out! (Rd 3 - 00:18) Melvin Yeo takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Melvin Yeo defeats Sherman 'The Tank' Shields (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:42 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Sherman Shields announces that he thinks the time is right to announce his retirement from the sport. Post-Fight: Melvin Yeo name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Watching a replay of the finish, Yeo says that he's really happy with it and that it landed perfectly, a testament to his training. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Hanley "The Great White" Polter (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sydney, Australia, Favorite: -870) vs. Jeremy-Brett Teller (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hawaii, Underdog: +690) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Hanley 'The Great White' Polter takes on Jeremy-Brett Teller in the CTC Super Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Teller. (Rd 1 - 04:46) There's a takedown attempt from Polter. (Rd 1 - 04:46) The takedown is completed, Teller is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Polter looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Polter shows his skill, slipping from half guard straight into a mount with minimum fuss. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Polter unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Teller. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Polter unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Polter unloads with big rights, but Teller covers up well. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Polter pounds away but Teller deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Polter pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Teller. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Polter pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Teller. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Polter unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Teller tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Polter has his back! (Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Polter attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Teller stops Polter from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Polter blocks Teller as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Teller is in huge trouble now, as Polter successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Polter attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Polter flattens Teller out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 01:08) Hanley Polter takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Hanley 'The Great White' Polter defeats Jeremy-Brett Teller (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Hanley Polter thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Frank Sheedy would be someone he'd like to compete against. Hanley Polter is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Giant Killer" Stanley Rine (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Bradford, England, Underdog: +630) vs. Kiyomori Sanda (6-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -800) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Giant Killer' Stanley Rine takes on Kiyomori Sanda in the CTC Super Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Rine hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Sanda is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:20) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Sanda slips past a right hook and counters with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Rine misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sanda attacks with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:38) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Sanda throws a leg kick but it gets checked. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Rine doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:21) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:50) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Rine misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sanda to attack with a jab and a kick driven into the thigh area. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Rine buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Rine misses a right hook and gets countered with a right jab and a big left hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 02:07) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Sanda slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:37) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Sanda dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Sanda appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rine took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Rine lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:53) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Both fighters strike but without success. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Sanda can't hit a left cross. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Rine can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Sanda dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a left cross. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Sanda uses a right jab but misses with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Rine hits a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (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 Sanda, but only a 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:49) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Rine misses with a big right hand, allowing Sanda to counter with a right jab and a kick driven into the thigh area. (Rd 2 - 04:49) A stand-up striking battle is doing Rine no favours, Sanda is comfortably winning the exchanges so far in this fight. (Rd 2 - 04:49) However, he has enough power in his hands that it would only take one shot to end this fight. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Rine slips past a left hook and counters with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Rine is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 04:07) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Rine closes in on Sanda, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Sanda appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rine took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Rine throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Rine is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 2 - 03:38) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Rine misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick kick. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Rine moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 03:13) A jab is wide from Rine, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Sanda hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Rine misses a jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Sanda isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he shoots in at the wrong moment. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Rine throws a punch but Sanda was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Sanda quickly shoots on Rine. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Rine sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 2 - 01:56) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Rine is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 01:41) A defensive jab hits from Sanda. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Rine can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:27) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Sanda counters a right hand with a pair of jabs that are followed by a powerful kick to the thigh! (Rd 2 - 01:15) With his legs completely gone, Rine falls to the ground in agony! He clearly can't continue, it's all over! (Rd 2 - 01:15) The winner, by leg kick TKO, is Kiyomori Sanda! Official Result: Kiyomori Sanda defeats 'The Giant Killer' Stanley Rine (TKO (Leg Kick) in 3:45 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Kiyomori Sanda 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 Abe Locks is a great fighter and would be someone he'd like to test himself against. Kiyomori Sanda has looks that mean he remains very marketable even if he's far from a great talker. Attendance: 265 Gate Reciepts: $21,730 Sponsorship: $24,433 Ad Revenue: $514,805 Merchandise: $3,661 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $72,590) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Kiyomori Sanda $3,136 Stanley Rine $1,680 Hanley Polter $14,930 Jeremy-Brett Teller $11,476 FotN: Both: $10,000 Melvin Yeo $2,440 Sherman Shields $1,800 Lucius M Banks $11,098 Graham Goodbody $1,680 KotN: Banks: $5,000 Renato $9,250 Warren Scumboon $1,476 SotN: Renato: $5,000 Marty Sinnar $2,440 Yoshikazu Inamoto $2,640 Gunnar Rasmussen $2,264 Noddy Pascow $1,920 Abe Locke $2,440 Cory Frain $1,920 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $21,388 Profit: $461,643 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 43% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -3.0% 82.0% (High Level Regional) USA -0.8% 87.2% (High Level Regional) UK -2.4% 81.8% (High Level Regional) Europe -1.5% 80.7% (High Level Regional) Australia -1.5% 76.9% (High Level Regional) Japan -0.8% 78.4% (High Level Regional) Asia -1.5% 79.5% (High Level Regional) Russia -0.6% 71.3% (High Level Regional) Mexico -1.5% 76.6% (High Level Regional) South America -2.4% 83.0% (High Level Regional) Central America -0.6% 73.7% (High Level Regional) Africa -0.3% 61.3% (Mid Level Regional) News - Hassan Fezzik has become the first fighter ever inducted into the Blurcat MMA Hall of Fame! Fezzik retired with a professional record of 30-1, and was a two-time ALPHA-1 champion (August 1996-August 2000, 4 Defences, February 2001-July 2001, 1 Defence). His 26-0 unbeaten streak is the most amazing streak in MMA history. He was also part of the Fight of the Year in 1997 against Kunimichi Kikuchi at ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Kikuchi II. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 77, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 78, and all fighters tested clean. - Lucius M Banks announced his retirement following his knock out victory over Graham Goodbody. He retires from the sport with a professional record of 4-0, with a promotional record of 2-0 in CTC, including a Unanimous Decision victory over Henri Laureys at Canadian Tournament Combat 37, and a fourth round knock out victory over Graham Goodbody at Canadian Tournament Combat 80. - The CTC announce that Canadian fighter Irwin Middleton will take Banks' place in the tournament going forward. - Graham Goodbody announced his retirement following his knock out loss to Lucius M Banks. He retires from the sport with a professional record of 20-11, with a promotional record of 0-1 with CTC, including a fourth round knock out loss to Lucius M Banks at Canadian Tournament Combat 80. - Sherman Shields announced his retirement following his knock out loss to Melvin Yeo. He retires with a professional record of 22-14, with a promotional record of 0-1 with CTC, including a third round knock out loss to Melvin Yeo at Canadian Tournament Combat 80. - The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Stanley Rine, Jeremy-Brett Teller, Warren Scumboon, Yoshikazu Inamoto, Noddy Pascow, and Cory Frain. - CTC Womens Bantamweight fighter Honor O'Neill confirmed that she will be training at Femme Fatale Fighting as she prepares for the CTC Womens Bantmaweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Stella Massey, and she may stick with the team if things go well. She is hoping that being part of the time will help her quickly raise the level of her ground game. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows European Large Local Show (Tuesday, Week 2, January 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Dominykas Jankovic vs. Willem Van Ommen KO of the Night: Benni Peyroux (vs. Lev Safanov) Submission of the Night: Ern Fathoui (vs. Maxime Giresse) Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted September 13, 2023 Author Share Posted September 13, 2023 Friday, Week 2, January 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: George "Guillotine" Pickering (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -550) vs. Matas "The Beard" Fialkowska (4-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Underdog: +430) George Pickering is an ultra-tough Welshman who currently resides in the US. Trained in traditional submission-style wrestling, he has been dividing his time between submission tournaments and MMA since 1995. A cast member of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality show, he was upset by Terry Shakespeare in the quarter-finals but remained in the division and has since gone on to become the surprise star of it. He won the GAMMA title in 2001 and was entrenched as #1 in the company. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Frank Paul in GAMMA. Matas Fialkowska is a tall Polish fighter who started competeing in the Super Heavyweight class in 2000, although in truth he could easily have made a really big Heavyweight instead. A born fighter, he loves going into the cage and engaging in a war. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Veeti Kuqi in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Drew D'Acosto vs. Frank Sheedy in the Third Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kel "Big Baby" Ryan (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1080) vs. OJ Oberst (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Underdog: +860) Kel Ryan is a heavy-handed slugger, who first appeared on the MMA radar when he took part in GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament. Although he lost in the qualifiers to John-James McInleen, he was kept on as part of the new Super Heavyweight division. His biggest moment came at GAMMA 35 when he was fed to the divisions star name Norbert Vinkus. Apparently not content to know his role, he promptly beat the crap out of Vinkus and made himself an instant star. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Seb Morehead in GAMMA. OJ Oberst is a former professional boxer who made the leap to MMA in 2001. Skilled as a pugilist, and certainly one of the best pure boxers in the sport, the question is now whether Oberst can train up the other areas of MMA enough to support his primary skill set. He is coming off a fourth round knock out victory over Tomiichi Tsujimura in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yan Hasluck vs. Eric Hughes in the Third Round. MAIN CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Zachary "The Firefighter" Nobell (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -260) vs. Sugimoto Tarumi (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +200) Zachary Nobell is a real Chicago firefighter who competes in MMA in his spare time. A student of Jeet Kune Do, he isn't the most technically gifted fighter but does have natural athleticism, a good reach, and some nice power. He became part of ALPHA-1's Super Heavyweight division in 2000, and has blasted his way to a 3-0 record, all by first round stoppage, at time of writing. He is definitely a potential star. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Korekiyo Okuma in ALPHA-1. Sugimoto Tarumi is one of Japan's big hopes for the future in the Super Heavyweight division, a huge wrestler from Tokyo. A grinder, he likes to wear down his opponents with his grappling skills, using his size and strength to break them. He is coming off a fourth round submission victory over Vinnie MacEntyre in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Namboku Okuda vs. Hidehira Nakamoto in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jutaro Honma (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -570) vs. MA Parker (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Underdog: +450) Jutaro Honma comes from a Sumo background, and is a big fighter who works from up close. His grappling and ability to control fighters is good, and his excellent balance makes him hard to take down. However, his striking is mediocre at best, and he has problems finishing fights. He was signed to ALPHA-1's freshly launched Super Heavyweight division in 1999 and challenged for the title the following summer, losing to Palmer Lette. That remains his sole defeat at Super Heavyweight so far. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Eric Coleman in ALPHA-1. MA Parker is a wrestler by trade, a powerhouse who started competeing in MMA's Super Heavyweight weight class in late 2001. At his best up close and personal, if he can get hold of someone then he generally has the power and poise to control them. What he lacks, badly, is a striking game. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Colin J L Capes in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Joe Snettisham vs. Korekiyo Okuma in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Drew "Leviathan" D'Acosto (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Underdog: +280) vs. Frank "The Baby Bull" Sheedy (22-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -360) Drew D'Acosto is a Super Heavyweight powerhouse who loves to work opponents over in the clinch with his grappling skills. Unlike most men who tip the scales at nearly 300lbs, he has great cardio and no trouble taking fights into the later rounds. After starting his career strongly with three straight wins, GAMMA signed him to beef up their Super Heavyweight division. He made a strong debut, beating up Terry Shakespeare for three rounds. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Jouko Kiri in the first round of the tournament. Frank Sheedy is an old school fighter, who was on the card at the first ever GAMMA event, and uses his size advantage to overwhelm opponents, especially if he can get them to the ground where he can control them simply by lying on top of them. In recent years he has begun to struggle badly against the newer generation of fighters, and that led to him getting cut by GAMMA in April 2001. Since then, he has moved up to fight as a Super Heavyweight. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Randolph Gilliver in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of George Pickering vs. Matas Fialkowska in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yan "The Enforcer" Hasluck (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -500) vs. Eric "Tugboat" Hughes (5-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Underdog: +390) Yan Hasluck is a Super Heavyweight who first came to peoples attention when he took part in GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Eliminated by Frank Paul in the qualifiers, he didn't really get much air time and although he has continued to be part of the Super Heavyweight division post-show, he has not had much success. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Peter Windsor in GAMMA. Eric Hughes is a straight ahead brawler with a heavy right hand, who was one of the cast members of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Beaten in the qualifiers by eventual winner Davey Rushton, he was nonetheless kept on to be part of the new Super Heavyweight division. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Stan Still in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kel Ryan vs. OJ Oberst in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Jersey" Joe Snettisham (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Underdog: +510) vs. Korekiyo Okuma (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -650) Joe Snettisham is a striker who regularly competes at Super Heavyweight. Capable of turning off anybody's lights with his powerful punches, his big weakness is his atrocious cardio. After putting together an eight fight winning streak on the local circuit, GAMMA picked him up to beef up their Super Heavyweight division. Snettisham has started poorly however, losing both of his first two fights. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to John-James McInleen in GAMMA. Korekiyo Okuma is a former Sumo wrestler who has converted to MMA. A solid wrestler, he also boxed in his youth and so has better stand-up than you would perhaps expect. After going 6-0 on the local scene, ALPHA-1 signed him, only to see him get obliterated by Zachary Nobell on his debut. Still young, he has plenty of time to recover however. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Hans Gorner in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jutaro Honma vs. MA Parker in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Namboku Okuda (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -670) vs. Hidehiro Nakamoto (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Underdog: +530) Namboku Okuda is a big powerful wrestler, and one of the least flashy fighters around but his ultra low risk grinding style is hugely effective. He joined ALPHA-1's Super Heavyweight division in 2001. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Stanley Rine in ALPHA-1. Hidehira Nakamoto is a former sumo wrestler, who decided to turn to MMA in mid-2000 after becoming frustrated with his lack of success in his native sport. ALPHA-1 signed him after just one pro fight, although quite how they think they're going make something out of such a limited athlete is a mystery. That said, he marked his debut with a win, using his bulk to bully Chi Ji Guang into defeat. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Martin Greenstein in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Zachary Nobell vs. Sugimoto Tarumi in the Third Round. Weigh-In Results George Pickering (284 lbs) vs. Matas Fialkowski (270 lbs) Kel Ryan (278 lbs) vs. OJ Oberst (296 lbs) Zachary Nobell (270 lbs) vs. Sugimoto Tarumi (298 lbs) Jutaro Honma (271 lbs) vs. MA Parker (277 lbs) Drew D'Acosto (296 lbs) vs. Frank Sheedy (268 lbs) Yan Hasluck (266 lbs) vs. Eric Hughes (281 lbs) Joe Snettisham (272 lbs) vs. Korekiyo Okuma (294 lbs) Namboku Okuda (293 lbs) vs. Hidehira Nakamoto (344 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 81 Full Fight Card SHW: George Pickering vs. Matas Fialkowska SHW: Kel Ryan vs. OJ Oberst SHW: Zachary Nobell vs. Sugimoto Tarumi SHW: Jutaro Honma vs. MA Parker SHW: Drew D'Acosto vs. Frank Sheedy SHW: Yan Hasluck vs. Eric Hughes SHW: Joe Snettisham vs. Korekiyo Okuma SHW: Namboku Okuda vs. Hidehira Nakamoto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted September 14, 2023 Author Share Posted September 14, 2023 Friday, Week 2, January 2003 Live From Calgary, Alberta 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 SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Namboku Okuda (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -670) vs. Hidehira Nakamoto (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: +530) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Namboku Okuda going head to head with Hidehira Nakamoto. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Okuda is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 50lbs. That may be decisive. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Stepping in, Okuda aggressively get a dominant clinch position. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Okuda is trying to push Nakamoto so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:33) He does so and now has Nakamoto pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Okuda looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 1 - 04:22) The trip doesn't work, Nakamoto blocked it and then turns it so that Okuda is the one against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:59) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Nakamoto is wearing Okuda down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 1 - 03:59) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Smothered against the cage, Okuda is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next thirty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Unable to break free, Okuda is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Nakamoto and Okuda remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 01:45) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Harry A. Bierce separating them. (Rd 1 - 01:39) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Nakamoto seems to be the aggressor. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Nakamoto is trying to muscle Okuda up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Okuda doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Nakamoto tries to wrestle Okuda backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Okuda ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Okuda, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Nakamoto is exerting. (Rd 1 - 00:58) They exchange close-quarters punches until the round ends. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round was pretty dire, and the fans are letting the fighters know it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Nakamoto. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Nakamoto 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 - 04:52) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Nakamoto aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Nakamoto is trying to push Okuda so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Nakamoto can't manage it, Okuda fought it. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Okuda is trying to push Nakamoto so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Nakamoto doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Okuda is trying to muscle Nakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Okuda can't move Nakamoto at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Nakamoto is trying to muscle Okuda up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:03) He does so and now has Okuda pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Okuda wrestles back against Nakamoto, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Showing good control, Okuda keeps Nakamoto stuck against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:23) Okuda looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Nakamoto proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Nakamoto doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Okuda seems to get the advantage. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Okuda is trying to muscle Nakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Okuda doesn't manage it though, Nakamoto defended it well. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Nakamoto is trying to muscle Okuda up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:21) He does so and now has Okuda pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Nakamoto tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Okuda reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Showing his ability to exert control, Okuda smothers Nakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:32) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Okuda, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:54) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Okuda aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Okuda is looking to muscle Nakamoto back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Okuda can't manage it, Nakamoto fought it. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Using his wrestling skills, Okuda is trying to push Nakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:29) He does so and now has Nakamoto pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Okuda tries to take Nakamoto down. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Okuda gets the takedown! Nakamoto pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Okuda punches down at Nakamoto, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Okuda pounds away on Nakamoto, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Okuda blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Okuda lashes out and lands with a very nasty slicing elbow to the head. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Okuda fires away and Nakamoto is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 3 - 02:39) Okuda hits a fast elbow strike to the head. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Nakamoto tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Okuda tries a slicing elbow strike, but Nakamoto deflects it. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Nakamoto uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. (Rd 3 - 02:05) He may regret that choice, as it gives Okuda the perfect opportunity to get side control. (Rd 3 - 01:49) Okuda tries to lock Nakamoto into an armbar. (Rd 3 - 01:49) A straight armbar is applied, Nakamoto is in danger of having his arm hyper-extended! (Rd 3 - 01:49) Okuda loses the hold! Somehow Nakamoto got his arm free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. (Rd 3 - 01:49) Nakamoto tries to scramble but Okuda is too fast and gets side control. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Nakamoto looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Nakamoto tries to pull guard on Okuda but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Okuda tries to ensnare Nakamoto in an arm triangle. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Okuda gets the arm triangle, sinks it in deeply, but Nakamoto is still trying to fight out of it! (Rd 3 - 00:54) No! He breaks free. That was really close. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Okuda blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Okuda pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 3 - 00:14) With punches raining down, Nakamoto desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Okuda. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Okuda. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:45) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Okuda wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Okuda is looking to muscle Nakamoto back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Okuda does it, Nakamoto is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Okuda looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Nakamoto blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Okuda looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 04:00) With the cage trapping Nakamoto, Okuda looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 4 - 04:00) It's unsuccessful, Nakamoto maintained a good solid base. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Okuda looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Okuda can't get Nakamoto down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Okuda drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Nakamoto stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Okuda against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Okuda, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the exhausted-looking Nakamoto is exerting. (Rd 4 - 03:14) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. Both are looking fatigued. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Nakamoto tries to maintain control, but Okuda wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Nakamoto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Okuda tries to smother Nakamoto against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Okuda against the cage instead. (Rd 4 - 01:16) Nakamoto looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 01:16) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:11) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Nakamoto is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:01) Nakamoto is trying to push Okuda so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:01) Nakamoto does it, Okuda is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Okuda looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 00:43) An exhausted-looking Nakamoto somehow manages to push Okuda back and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:43) They remain up against the cage for the rest of the round, both fighters completely and utterly spent. (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) I have to give that round to Nakamoto, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:55) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Okuda seems to be the aggressor. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Using his wrestling skills, Okuda is trying to push Nakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Nakamoto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Okuda attempts a trip to put Nakamoto on the ground. (Rd 5 - 04:34) It doesn't work, Nakamoto defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 04:22) With Nakamoto stuck against the cage, Okuda tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:22) It doesn't work, Nakamoto defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 04:22) Nakamoto may have stopped the takedown but he is having less luck getting away from the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:04) With the cage trapping Nakamoto, Okuda looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 5 - 04:04) It's unsuccessful, Nakamoto maintained a good solid base. (Rd 5 - 03:53) Okuda looks to take Nakamoto down with a trip. (Rd 5 - 03:53) Okuda can't get the trip, as Nakamoto wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Nakamoto tries to maintain control, but Okuda wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Nakamoto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:14) Okuda looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 03:14) Okuda tries to maintain control, but Nakamoto wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Okuda ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:45) It isn't pretty, but the dog-tired Nakamoto has Okuda stuck up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Exhausted, both fighters seem content to stay in a dull clinch for the next minute despite the referee half-heartedly warning them to stay active. (Rd 5 - 01:44) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:36) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:36) Nakamoto seems to get the advantage. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Nakamoto tries to wrestle Okuda backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Nakamoto does it, Okuda is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:15) Nakamoto, despite being visibly almost out on his feet with exhaustion, manages to get Okuda backed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:15) They spend the next thirty seconds in that position, both fighters looking absolutely shattered. (Rd 5 - 00:43) Nakamoto looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Okuda proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Okuda, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Nakamoto hopping on one foot. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Nakamoto yanks his leg free and circles out. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Nakamoto, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has scored it 49-46 Okuda. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm has scored it 48-47 Nakamoto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse scores the contest as 48-47 to Nakamoto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Hidehira Nakamoto is the winner by split decision! Official Result: Hidehira Nakamoto defeats Namboku Okuda (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Very Poor. Post-Fight: Hidehira Nakamoto thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he knows this result is a shock but that it shows what can happen when you believe in yourself. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Jersey" Joe Snettisham (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Scranton, New Jersey, Underdog: +510) vs. Korekiyo Okuma (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -650) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Jersey' Joe Snettisham against Korekiyo Okuma. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Okuma is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 20lbs at least on Snettisham. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Okuma. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Snettisham moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Okuma into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Okuma lands a right hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:46) A one-two from Snettisham fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:27) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Snettisham initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Okuma throws a counter right but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Snettisham hits a left hand but Okuma evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Snettisham comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Snettisham looks to pressure Okuma, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Snettisham can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Okuma with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Taking a few gulps of breath, Snettisham is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Snettisham hits a left jab and then hits Okuma with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Snettisham is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Okuma may have been setting up to shoot, but Snettisham aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Snettisham fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Okuma with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 1 - 03:08) Okuma wobbles, then falls! (Rd 1 - 02:59) Snettisham is breathing very hard. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Snettisham knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Okuma, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 02:59) Snettisham pounds away, landing several clean blows on Okuma in the process. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Snettisham gets over excited trying to finish the fight and leaves himself open to being swept! Okuma scrambles for position. (Rd 1 - 02:40) The scramble somehow results in Snettisham underneath Okuma in north-south position. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Snettisham takes a short knee strike to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Okuma blocks an attempted escape. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Okuma hits a ferocious knee strike to the head! (Rd 1 - 01:37) Snettisham takes a few sharp elbows to the midsection. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Snettisham tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Okuma. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Snettisham takes a knee strike to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Snettisham tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Okuma. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Okuma fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Snettisham tries to move from under Okuma, but can't get free. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Okuma hits a knee strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Okuma blocks Snettisham as he tries to scramble. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Good round, that's the sort of action we like to see. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Okuma. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Okuma 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 Snettisham can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Snettisham steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Snettisham can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Okuma looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Snettisham simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Snettisham throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Snettisham looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Moving in, Okuma appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Snettisham throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Okuma gets hold of Snettisham, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Using his wrestling skills, Okuma is trying to push Snettisham up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Snettisham ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Okuma drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Snettisham blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage! (Rd 2 - 03:40) Snettisham doesn't get away with it, referee Harry A. Bierce sees it and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 2 - 03:40) Okuma drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Snettisham blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage! (Rd 2 - 03:40) Snettisham is lucky, as referee Harry A. Bierce apparently didn't see it! (Rd 2 - 03:40) Showing his ability to exert control, Okuma smothers Snettisham up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:40) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Snettisham, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Okuma is exerting. (Rd 2 - 02:27) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 2 - 01:26) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Snettisham throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Snettisham lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Okuma uses a right jab and also scores with a great left hook. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Snettisham looks totally gassed. (Rd 2 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Okuma is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 00:42) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Snettisham misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Okuma comes in with a right jab and a left hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 00:19) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:19) Okuma slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a powerful left hook! (Rd 2 - 00:05) Snettisham hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 2 - 00:05) Okuma moves in quickly, kneeling beside Snettisham and starting to hammer down with punches! (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 Okuma. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Okuma. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:45) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Snettisham misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Okuma attacks with a jab and a nice left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Okuma lands a left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Snettisham uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 03:50) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Snettisham misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Okuma comes in with a vicious left cross! (Rd 3 - 03:40) Snettisham is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 3 - 03:40) Okuma senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 3 - 03:40) Okuma pounds away, Snettisham is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 3 - 03:40) Snettisham goes limp for a second, referee Harry A. Bierce leaps in to stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 03:20) The winner, by knock out; Korekiyo Okuma! Official Result: Korekiyo Okuma defeats 'Jersey' Joe Snettisham (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:40 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Korekiyo Okuma thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Naming a local club, Korekiyo Okuma invites everyone along to his post-show winners party to celebrate with him. There's no doubt that Korekiyo Okuma benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Yan "The Enforcer" Hasluck (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Yonkers, New York, Favorite: -500) vs. Eric "Tugboat" Hughes (5-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Trenton, New Jersey, Underdog: +390) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Yan 'The Enforcer' Hasluck taking on Eric 'Tugboat' Hughes. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Gregory C. James, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Hughes closes in on Hasluck, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:54) It looked like we were about to see Hasluck try and get some grappling started, but Hughes was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Hughes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Hughes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 1 - 04:36) Hasluck goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 1 - 04:31) Eric 'Tugboat' Hughes takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Eric 'Tugboat' Hughes defeats Yan 'The Enforcer' Hasluck (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:29 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Eric Hughes thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Celebrating the win, Eric Hughes brags about laying his opponent out and warns that he can knock out anyone in the world. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Drew "Leviathan" D'Acosto (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Underdog: +280) vs. Frank "The Baby Bull" Sheedy (22-12, 1-0 CTC, From: Killeen, Texas, Favorite: -360) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Drew 'Leviathan' D'Acosto vs. Frank 'The Baby Bull' Sheedy. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, D'Acosto is probably at least 25lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Sheedy to try and overcome. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:45) D'Acosto steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Sheedy can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits D'Acosto with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:39) D'Acosto is able to grab Sheedy. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 04:13) D'Acosto uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Sheedy. (Rd 1 - 03:53) D'Acosto gets a couple of ineffective strikes in, but ultimately loses control of the grapple after being caught off-balance. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Clinched with D'Acosto, Sheedy looks to try and take him down. (Rd 1 - 03:37) The takedown is successful, D'Acosto pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:18) For the moment Sheedy is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:49) D'Acosto tries to get double underhooks on Sheedy so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Sheedy throws some minor strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Sheedy doesn't allow D'Acosto to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 1 - 02:15) In guard, Sheedy throws a couple of punches designed to keep D'Acosto guessing. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Sheedy doesn't let D'Acosto pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Sheedy fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Sheedy doesn't let D'Acosto pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Sheedy throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Sheedy doesn't allow D'Acosto to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 1 - 00:42) For the moment Sheedy is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Sheedy clings very tight to D'Acosto while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:02) D'Acosto tries to pull Sheedy in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sheedy. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Sheedy lands a left hand and then hits D'Acosto with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:24) It looked like we were about to see D'Acosto try and get some grappling started, but Sheedy was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Sheedy hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:59) D'Acosto aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Sheedy connects with a jab, but D'Acosto avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 03:47) D'Acosto seizes the chance and grabs Sheedy into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 03:08) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Sheedy uses his wrestling to smother D'Acosto and stop him from using any dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:41) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Using his wrestling skills, D'Acosto is trying to push Sheedy up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Sheedy isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 2 - 02:13) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 01:56) D'Acosto tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Sheedy uses wrestling to smother the attacks. (Rd 2 - 01:39) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 01:25) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 01:11) D'Acosto uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Sheedy. (Rd 2 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:51) D'Acosto uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Sheedy as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Using his wrestling skills, D'Acosto is trying to push Sheedy up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:40) D'Acosto can't do it though, and Sheedy gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Sheedy tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:18) It's unsuccessful, D'Acosto maintained a good solid base. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to D'Acosto, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:55) Sheedy moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Sheedy, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:44) D'Acosto, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 3 - 04:44) Sheedy hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Sheedy can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Sheedy is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 04:20) D'Acosto gets hold of Sheedy without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 04:10) D'Acosto is trying to push Sheedy so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:10) D'Acosto achieves it, pinning Sheedy to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:56) D'Acosto catches Sheedy with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:42) D'Acosto drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Sheedy gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 3 - 03:30) D'Acosto smothers Sheedy against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 03:12) D'Acosto stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Sheedy is trapped against the cage and D'Acosto punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:37) D'Acosto hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:22) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Roger Bennett brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Sheedy connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Sheedy connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Sheedy lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Sheedy fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:02) D'Acosto gets hold of Sheedy. (Rd 3 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Sheedy looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Sheedy tries to wriggle free, but D'Acosto controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Sheedy tries to wriggle free, but D'Acosto controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (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 D'Acosto. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has D'Acosto up 29-28. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:52) Sheedy hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 04:29) D'Acosto had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Sheedy can't connect with a jab, but then catches D'Acosto with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Taking a few gulps of breath, D'Acosto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 04:13) It looked like we were about to see D'Acosto try and get some grappling started, but Sheedy was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Sheedy throws a punch but D'Acosto was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 03:54) D'Acosto wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Sheedy hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Sheedy moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 4 - 03:35) D'Acosto looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sheedy simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:35) A jab hits home from Sheedy and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Blood is visible on D'Acosto, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Sheedy looks exhausted. (Rd 4 - 03:12) Sheedy confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 03:12) D'Acosto looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sheedy simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:12) A jab hits home from Sheedy and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:46) Sheedy connects with a nice jab and then catches D'Acosto with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Sheedy fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:59) A jab hits home from Sheedy and then he catches D'Acosto with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:30) D'Acosto looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sheedy simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 01:30) Sheedy lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 01:04) Moving in, D'Acosto appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 4 - 01:04) A one-two from Sheedy fails to land. (Rd 4 - 00:50) D'Acosto is able to grab Sheedy. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Sheedy tries to wriggle free, but D'Acosto controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 4 - 00:27) D'Acosto catches Sheedy with a knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Sheedy, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for D'Acosto in between rounds. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 5 - 04:45) D'Acosto aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:45) A jab is wide from Sheedy, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:37) D'Acosto seizes the chance and grabs Sheedy into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:30) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 04:18) Sheedy tries to wriggle free, but D'Acosto controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 5 - 04:01) D'Acosto uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Sheedy. (Rd 5 - 03:41) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:27) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 03:13) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 02:59) D'Acosto hits Sheedy with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 5 - 02:47) Sheedy gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as D'Acosto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:28) D'Acosto uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Sheedy as they grapple. (Rd 5 - 02:17) D'Acosto tries to wrestle Sheedy backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:17) He does so and now has Sheedy pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Sheedy is trapped against the cage and D'Acosto hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 01:41) D'Acosto smothers Sheedy against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 01:22) Sheedy is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:07) D'Acosto catches Sheedy with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 5 - 00:53) Sheedy is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:39) D'Acosto hits Sheedy, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 00:19) Sheedy uses his wrestling skills to prevent D'Acosto from throwing any elbow strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to D'Acosto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 48-47 (Johnny Beerbohm), 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Drew 'Leviathan' D'Acosto! Official Result: Drew 'Leviathan' D'Acosto defeats Frank 'The Baby Bull' Sheedy (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Drew D'Acosto thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He names a local club and says he is heading there for a post-victory party and that everyone is welcome. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Jutaro Honma (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -570) vs. MA Parker (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: New York, New York, Underdog: +450) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Jutaro Honma battles MA Parker. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Gregory C. James, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Honma looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Honma looks to sweep a leg out from under Parker so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 04:43) He sweeps the leg, sending Parker to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control! (Rd 1 - 04:26) Honma fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Honma throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Parker tries to pull guard on Honma but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Honma pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Parker. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Honma blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Honma unloads with big rights, but Parker covers up well. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Honma blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Honma pounds away on Parker, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Honma unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 1 - 01:52) Honma pounds away on Parker, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Parker tries to move to guard, but Honma doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Honma tries to pound on Parker, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Parker tries to pull guard on Honma but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Honma fires off some rights, but Parker isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Honma blocks Parker as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Honma pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Honma, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:45) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Honma manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:39) With control of the clinch, Honma tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:39) He has the takedown! Parker pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Honma begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Parker is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Honma firmly in guard. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Honma blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Honma starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 2 - 03:43) He passes to side control. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Honma throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Honma blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Honma pounds away with rights, but Parker covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Honma blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Honma pounds away on Parker, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Honma blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Honma attempts to grab a leg and kneebar Parker. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Parker blocks it. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Parker tries to move to guard, but Honma doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Honma pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Honma blocks an attempt to pull guard. (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 Honma. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Honma. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:55) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Honma seems to get the advantage. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Honma tries to wrestle Parker backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Parker ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Parker is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Honma has over him. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Honma keeps Parker stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:48) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 3 - 02:35) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:35) For the first time, Honma is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:25) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Honma is the aggressor. (Rd 3 - 02:19) With control of the clinch, Honma tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Honma has the takedown, slamming Parker down. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Parker gives up his back. (Rd 3 - 01:53) Honma gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. (Rd 3 - 01:35) Honma fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Honma pounds away and Parker struggles to deal with them. (Rd 3 - 01:07) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Honma tries to finish Parker off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Parker stops Honma from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Parker improves his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Honma pounds away on Parker but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Honma pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Honma, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Parker, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:53) Stepping in, Honma aggressively get a dominant clinch position. (Rd 4 - 04:33) With control of the clinch, Honma tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:33) The takedown is ugly but ultimately successful, he ends up on top of a turtled up Parker, holding him in a loose facelock-type hold. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Honma pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Honma unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Parker. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Honma unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 4 - 03:33) Honma pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Breathing very hard, Honma is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Honma pounds away on Parker but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Honma pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 4 - 02:50) Parker gets back to his feet. (Rd 4 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:27) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:27) Parker is the aggressor. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Parker looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:18) It's ugly as sin, but Honma does end up on the ground. He is turtled up on his hands and knees, Parker on top and facing him. (Rd 4 - 02:02) Parker fires away and Honma is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Parker fires away with punches and Honma takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 4 - 01:31) Parker pounds away, Honma is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (Rd 4 - 01:19) Parker rolls Honma out of turtle position and into side control. (Rd 4 - 01:03) Parker fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Honma tries to move to guard, but Parker doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Parker throws some elbows but Honma isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Parker blocks Honma as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 00:06) Parker tries to pound on Honma with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Parker, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Parker 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) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:51) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:51) Parker looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Parker is looking to muscle Honma back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Parker manages it and controls Honma up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Parker shows great control, keeping Honma pressed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 5 - 03:38) Parker shows his grappling ability by trapping Honma up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:38) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 5 - 02:52) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:52) Taking a few gulps of breath, Parker is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 5 - 02:45) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Parker manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:39) Using his wrestling skills, Parker is trying to push Honma up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:39) Parker can't move Honma at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 5 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:25) With control of the clinch, Honma tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:25) Parker cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Honma punches away, but doesn't really do any damage. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Honma gets pushed back, out of guard, and is left standing above Parker. (Rd 5 - 01:53) From the looks of things, I don't think Honma has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Honma tries to secure a ground position. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Parker scoots backward as soon as Honma comes in, initiating a scramble for position. (Rd 5 - 01:40) The scramble results in Honma being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Time slips away as Parker successfully keeps Honma stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:55) Parker lies on top of Honma, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 00:30) Parker smothers Honma with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Parker fires away with elbows but Honma doesn't take much damage. (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 Parker, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come 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 Jutaro Honma! Official Result: Jutaro Honma defeats MA Parker (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jutaro Honma thanks everyone connected to Snake Temple for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Zachary "The Firefighter" Nobell (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Favorite: -260) vs. Sugimoto Tarumi (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +200) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Zachary 'The Firefighter' Nobell going up against Sugimoto Tarumi. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Nobell 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) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Tarumi had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Nobell connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Tarumi shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Tarumi can't get past the sprawl of Nobell and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Nobell moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Nobell can't connect with a jab, but then catches Tarumi with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 03:42) A jab hits home from Nobell and then he lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Tarumi looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Nobell throws a punch but Tarumi avoids it. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Tarumi comes in and grabs Nobell in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Tarumi attempts to wrestle Nobell to the ground. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Nobell fights it as best he can, but ultimately ends up on his hands and knees with Tarumi on top and facing him. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Tarumi prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Nobell who is able to spring back up. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Nobell throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Nobell comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Nobell can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Nobell lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Tarumi appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Tarumi looked like he was going to shoot, but Nobell simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:05) A jab is wide from Nobell, but then he hits Tarumi with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Nobell closes in on Tarumi, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Nobell can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Tarumi lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 01:30) A jab hits home from Nobell and then he hits Tarumi with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Tarumi shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Nobell sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Stepping in, Nobell throws four quick punches, three of which land, but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Tarumi shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:15) A great sprawl from Nobell prevents the takedown. (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 Nobell. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Tarumi in between rounds. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:46) Tarumi looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Nobell simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Nobell connects with a nice jab and then hits Tarumi with a body kick. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Nobell lands a left hand and then hits Tarumi with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:17) A jab is wide from Nobell, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:14) For the first time, Nobell is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Tarumi warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Nobell lands a jab and then catches Tarumi with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Moving around, Tarumi is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 2 - 03:43) A jab is wide from Nobell, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Tarumi takes the chance and grabs Nobell into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Using his wrestling skills, Tarumi is trying to push Nobell up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Nobell ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:14) With the cage trapping Nobell, Tarumi looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 2 - 03:14) The takedown is successful, Nobell goes down. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Tarumi ends up holding a seated Nobell around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Nobell fights off Tarumi as he tries to smother him against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Nobell, trapped against the cage, pummels Tarumi on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Tarumi tries to control Nobell against the cage, but finds it a struggle. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Nobell hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Tarumi tries to control Nobell against the cage, but finds it a struggle. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Nobell hits Tarumi with a few weak strikes to the back. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Tarumi tries to pound on Nobell, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Nobell hits Tarumi with a few weak strikes to the back. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Tarumi tries to control Nobell against the cage, but finds it a struggle. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Nobell, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 2 - 00:14) With no progress being made, the referee separates them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Tarumi just about edged it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:53) Stepping in, Nobell lands three quick punches and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Nobell closes in on Tarumi, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Nobell lands two left hands and then catches Tarumi with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Nobell connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Nobell comes in fast with four quick punches, landing four of them, and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Nobell confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Nobell throws a punch but Tarumi was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Tarumi appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Nobell took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Nobell can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 02:57) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Nobell is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 02:42) A jab is wide from Nobell, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:17) Nobell moves in on Tarumi, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 02:17) Nobell can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:17) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Tarumi. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Tarumi chooses to shoot in on Nobell. (Rd 3 - 01:56) A great sprawl from Nobell prevents the takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Nobell lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Tarumi had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Nobell hits a left jab and then hits Tarumi with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Nobell is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Nobell can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Tarumi had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:25) A jab is wide from Nobell, but then he hits Tarumi with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:20) The clock is stopped as referee Harry A. Bierce wants to check the cut on Tarumi. (Rd 3 - 00:20) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 3 - 00:20) The referee signals for the fight to continue! (Rd 3 - 00:13) Nobell lands a left jab, but Tarumi dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Nobell. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Nobell is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:50) Nobell can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:39) Tarumi looked like he was going to shoot, but Nobell simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:39) A punch from Nobell fails to land. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Nobell hits a left hand, but Tarumi then catches the spin kick that follows! (Rd 4 - 04:14) Seizing his chance, Tarumi attempts a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Unable to complete the takedown, Tarumi instead pushes Nobell up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Tarumi ducks down and grabs a leg. Nobell remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Tarumi twists Nobell down to the floor and manages to get side control! (Rd 4 - 03:34) Tarumi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Nobell tries to pull guard on Tarumi but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Tarumi attempts a kimura. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Nobell doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Nobell tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 01:58) Tarumi punches down at Nobell, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 01:36) Tarumi blocks Nobell as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 01:25) Tarumi throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:07) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Tarumi comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:55) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Nobell has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 00:55) That's his fourth successful takedown from nine attempts. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Tarumi fires off some rights, but Nobell isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Tarumi leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Nobell. (Rd 4 - 00:00) From the looks of things, I don't think Nobell has much energy left. (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 Tarumi, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 04:45) Nobell can't connect with a jab, but then catches Tarumi with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Nobell connects with a nice jab and then catches Tarumi with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Nobell hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:02) Tarumi wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 5 - 04:02) Nobell throws a punch but Tarumi was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 03:58) Tarumi comes in and grabs Nobell in a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Clinched with Nobell, Tarumi looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Nobell fights it as best he can, but ultimately ends up on his hands and knees with Tarumi on top and facing him. (Rd 5 - 03:33) Tarumi fires away with punches, and Nobell is stung by several big shots. (Rd 5 - 03:13) Nobell gets up sharply, sensing that Tarumi was preparing to throw a vicious knee strike to the head. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Nobell lands a left hand and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 5 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:30) Nobell connects with a nice jab and then catches Tarumi with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:09) Nobell can't connect with a jab, but then catches Tarumi with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 01:48) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Tarumi, but Nobell was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 01:48) A combo that ends with a spinning back kick fails to land for Nobell. (Rd 5 - 01:48) Nobell is too slow with his final kick and that allows Tarumi to catch it! (Rd 5 - 01:41) Nobell hops on one foot, trying to balance. Tarumi tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 5 - 01:41) Tarumi gets the takedown! Nobell pulls guard off it. (Rd 5 - 01:41) That's his sixth successful takedown from attempts. (Rd 5 - 01:21) Tarumi smothers Nobell with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Tarumi unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 5 - 00:32) Nobell tries to smother Tarumi by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Tarumi pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 5 - 00:11) Tarumi doesn't allow Nobell to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 5 - 00:02) Time slips away as Tarumi successfully keeps Nobell 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'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Tarumi. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Zachary 'The Firefighter' Nobell the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Zachary 'The Firefighter' Nobell defeats Sugimoto Tarumi (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Zachary Nobell thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Zachary Nobell says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Kel "Big Baby" Ryan (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Favorite: -1080) vs. OJ Oberst (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Austin, Texas, Underdog: +860) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Kel 'Big Baby' Ryan goes up against OJ Oberst in the CTC Super Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Gregory C. James, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Oberst counters a right hand with a quick right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Oberst comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Ryan fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Oberst throws a one-two, but Ryan was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Oberst throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Ryan seizes the chance and shoots in on Oberst. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Oberst cannot stop the takedown and only catches Ryan in half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Ryan pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Oberst tries to sweep Ryan but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Ryan lashes out with a nasty glancing elbow. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Oberst appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Oberst bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Ryan is too quick though, and grabs side control before Oberst can get up. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Ryan attempts to kimura Oberst from side control. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Oberst gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 02:16) Kel Ryan takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Kel 'Big Baby' Ryan defeats OJ Oberst (Submission (Kimura) in 2:44 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Kel Ryan thanks everyone connected to Bear Pit for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Kel Ryan celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. He has the innate charisma that allows him to get a good reaction during these interviews. MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. George "Guillotine" Pickering (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Swansea, Wales, Favorite: -550) vs. Matas "The Beard" Fialkowska (4-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Underdog: +430) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! George 'Guillotine' Pickering battles Matas 'The Beard' Fialkowska in the CTC Super Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Gregory C. James, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Fialkowska forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Pickering misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Fialkowska fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Pickering with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:24) A jab is wide from Fialkowska, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Fialkowska throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Pickering comes in and grabs Fialkowska in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:49) With control of the clinch, Pickering tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:49) The takedown is successful, Fialkowska pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:33) In half guard, Pickering catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Pickering pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Fialkowska tries to sweep Pickering but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Pickering looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Pickering almost gets side control, but Fialkowska was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Pickering ends up in side control. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Pickering attempts an armbar. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Fialkowska doesn't allow the armbar to be applied. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Fialkowska tries to sweep Pickering but can't. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Pickering tries to ensnare Fialkowska in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Fialkowska fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Fialkowska tries to pull guard on Pickering but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Fialkowska takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Pickering pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Fialkowska tries to sweep Pickering but can't. (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 Fialkowska. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:47) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 04:18) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 03:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Fialkowska slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:29) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Pickering scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Fialkowska lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Pickering backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow! (Rd 2 - 03:15) Fialkowska tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses. (Rd 2 - 02:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Fialkowska scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Pickering misses a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:34) An errant finger caught Fialkowska in the eye, he backs off clutching his face. (Rd 2 - 02:34) He is given time to recover. (Rd 2 - 02:34) The referee signals for the fight to resume. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Fialkowska is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Fialkowska dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:28) From the looks of it, that shot may have smashed the nose of Pickering. (Rd 2 - 02:28) That's really going to affect his breathing. (Rd 2 - 02:04) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Fialkowska slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:39) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Pickering misses a right hook and gets countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 01:08) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Fialkowska slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Pickering wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Fialkowska is already advancing to try and finish! (Rd 2 - 00:59) Pickering eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright! (Rd 2 - 00:51) A vicious right hand from Fialkowska drops Pickering! He is knocked out! (Rd 2 - 00:45) The winner, by knock out; Matas Fialkowska! Official Result: Matas 'The Beard' Fialkowska defeats George 'Guillotine' Pickering (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:15 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Matas Fialkowska thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he knows this result is a shock but that it shows what can happen when you believe in yourself. Attendance: 220 Gate Reciepts: $17,424 Sponsorship: $25,676 Ad Revenue: $472,483 Merchandise: $4,046 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $78,918) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Matas Fialkowska $7,614 George Pickering $3,240 KotN: Fialkowska: $5,000 Kel Ryan $19,590 OJ Oberst $11,598 FotN: Both: $10,000 SotN: Ryan: $5,000 Zachary Nobell $4,590 Sugimoto Tarumi $1,476 Jutaro Honma $3,910 MA Parker $1,476 Drew D'Acosto $2,961 Frank Sheedy $2,830 Eric Hughes $7,264 Yan Hasluck $1,680 Perf: Hughes: $5,000 Korekiyo Okuma $2,614 Joe Snettisham $1,680 Hidehira Nakamoto $4,355 Namboku Okuda $2,040 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $20,570 Profit: $411,133 Critical Rating: 67% Commercial Rating: 43% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -4.5% 77.5% (High Level Regional) USA -1.2% 86.0% (High Level Regional) UK -2.8% 79.0% (High Level Regional) Europe -1.8% 78.9% (High Level Regional) Australia -1.8% 75.1% (High Level Regional) Japan -2.8% 75.6% (High Level Regional) Asia -1.8% 77.7% (High Level Regional) Russia -1.0% 70.3% (High Level Regional) Mexico -1.8% 74.8% (High Level Regional) South America -3.6% 79.4% (High Level Regional) Central America -1.0% 72.7% (High Level Regional) Africa -0.7% 60.6% (Mid Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: George Pickering, OJ Oberst, Sugimoto Tarumi, MA Parker, Frank Sheedy, Yan Hasluck, Joe Snettisham, and Namboku Okuda. 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CageRage Posted September 15, 2023 Author Share Posted September 15, 2023 Saturday, Week 2, January 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Tomoji "HULK" Takaoka (4-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -680) vs. Sun Lu Tang (4-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Underdog: +540) Tomoji Takaoka is a sumo star in his native Japan, who left the sport in 1996 in order to prepare himself for the challenge of MMA. His background has given him uncanny balance for a man his size, making him almost impossible to take down, but he certainly lacks the striking or submission skills to make him an attacking threat. He joined ALPHA-1's Super Heavyweight division in 1999, but lost in his first fight to Palmer Lette. He has since won two fights on the bounce and looks to be getting the hang of the MMA game. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Abe Locke in ALPHA-1. Sun Lu Tang is one of the surprising number of Chinese Super Heavyweights, a big burly grappler who likes to get on top and rain down strikes. He was signed by ALPHA-1 in 1999 despite being a rookie. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Hector Jimenez in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Marvin Stevens vs. Vasily Klyushev in the Third Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Silverback" Osser Mallaby (4-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #30, Underdog: +460) vs. Davey Rushton (6-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Favorite: -580) Osser Mallaby is a stocky powerhouse who uses his raw strength and bulk to crush opponents into defeat. He was a member of the Clash of the Titans cast, GAMMA's reality TV tournament, but he went out in the qualifiers to Peter Windsor. He was retained to be part of the new Super Heavyweight division after words and, after a rocky start, has established himself as a solid fighter. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Bruno Doman in GAMMA. Davey Rushton is a very good boxer, who originally only dabbled in MMA, working occasional local shows where he would generally use his superior hands to beat up fat, out of shape guys for some quick cash. That changed when he was signed to be part of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament. He not only won the tournament with ease, he went on to beat the vastly more experienced Gary Sampson to become the first ever Super Heavyweight champion. His one-dimensionality has been exposed since however and he has slid down the rankings. He is coming off a 32 second TKO victory over Hugo Filiou in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ali Shivari vs. Moses Amokachi in the Third Round. MAIN CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Taroemon Abukara (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -1200) vs. Svein Haugen (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Underdog: +950) Taroemon Abukara is a deceptively skillful Super Heavyweight who has been trained in the art of submission grappling. One of the original big native hopes for ALPHA-1's new Super Heavyweight division, he shocked the world in April 2001 when he survived a severe beating to come back and submit Palmer Lette to become champion. Although he lost in the rematch, the victory and the fighting spirit he showed turned Abukara into an overnight big star. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Palmer Lette that lost him the ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight title. Svein Haugen is a 6'8" Muay Thai specialist from Norway. Known for his destructive knee strikes, he can be absolutely deadly from the clinch. His general striking is perhaps not quite so effective, but he possesses enough quality that he cannot be underestimated. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Tarmo Lurich in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yang Fa Kun vs. Terry Shakespeare in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Doctor Death" Ali Shivari (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -830) vs. Moses Amokachi (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Underdog: +660) Ali Shivari is one of the very best Super Heavyweight competitors in the world, an Egyptian fighter who, if he can get his opponent to the mat, has impressive submission skills for such a big man. After making a name for himself in Europe, where he went 8-0, he was signed by ALPHA-1 in 1999 to be part of their new Super Heavyweight division. Three straight submission wins quickly made it clear that he was a major force to be reckoned with and a potential future champion. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Noddy Pascow in ALPHA-1. Moses Amokachi is a big ultra-powerful wrestler from Kenya. Moving to the US when he was just 12, he became a star wrestler at college level and is now looking to use that as the basis for a successful MMA career in the Super Heavyweight ranks. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Devon Marunde in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Osser Mallaby vs. Davey Rushton in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Seb Morehead (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Underdog: +180) vs. Jerry Benderoth (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Favorite: -230) Seb Morehead probably has the most impressive physique in the Super Heavyweight division, and is an intimidating sight to see across the cage from you. A decent enough kick boxer, he is no joke when it comes to the actual fight either. He joined GAMMA in 2001. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Kel Ryan in GAMMA. Jerry Benderoth was a good wrestler in college, but turned to MMA in late 2001. Very much a grinder, his low-risk approach to the sport isn't very pretty to watch but is definitely his best strategy as he simply doesn't have the striking to stand with anyone for very long. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Fred Goggins in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Teddy Glossop vs. Charlie Howerd. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The New Jersey Crusher" Marvin Stevens (27-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -710) vs. Vasily "Krusher" Klyushev (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Underdog: +560) Marvin Stevens is a super-sized fighter from New Jersey, whose dimensions alone make him a difficult competitor to face. He uses his girth to control opponents, often grinding out points victories by lying on top of them for minutes at a time. He fought at Heavyweight for most of his career, but switched to the Super Heavyweight ranks in 1999 when more opponents started becoming available and he got tired of skipping desert. Vasily Klyushev is a heavily muscled juggernaut of a fighter, a Super Heavyweight who competes on the European regional circuit. Very powerful, he can stand and bang with anyone on the planet. Where he falls down is that he gasses quickly and has little to no skill when it comes to close-quarters grappling. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Daugvinas Blekaitis in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tomoji Takaoka vs. Sun Lu Tang in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Texas" Teddy Glossop (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -810) vs. Charlie "Lurch" Howerd (5-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Underdog: +640) Teddy Glossop is a good ol' boy from the Lone Star State, who likes huntin', shootin', beer drinkin' and, apparently, apostrophes. An outspoken critic of just about anything that bothers him, he is at his happiest when he's punchin' someone in the face. GAMMA signed him in 2001 to be part of their Super Heavyweight division and he scored a big win over former champion Davey Rushton in only his second bout. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Davey Rushton in GAMMA. Charlie Howerd is an old school slugger who just loves to stand and bang. He joined ALPHA-1 in 1999, a real out of left field signing if there ever was one, but made a bad start to his career in the big leagues by going 0-2 in 2000. Mild redemption was had when he scored his first victory in Japan with a win over Vinnie MacEntyre the following year, but he does seem to be quite out of his league in the company. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Lenny DiMaria in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Seb Morehead vs. Jerry Benderoth in the Third Round. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yang Fa Kun (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -230) vs. "Wreck 'Em" Terry Shakespeare (5-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Underdog: +180) Yang Fa Kun is a tall, muscular Taekwondo fighter who is originally from Southern China. He got into MMA relatively late in life, but going 5-0 at the start of his career was enough to get him hired to ALPHA-1's new Super Heavyweight division nonetheless. He has struggled since going to Japan, although his 1-3 record over the first three years is slightly misleading as two of those losses were extremely tight decisions that could have realistically gone either way. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Angus Silversmith in ALPHA-1. Terry Shakespeare is a 6'11" Northern Irishman is a kick boxer by trade. He appeared on the first season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament, ending up being knocked out at the semi-final stage by Irwin Middleton in a minor upset. He has remained in GAMMA's new Super Heavyweight division after the tournament, although it is fair to say that he has struggled so far. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Erich Dymek in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Taroemon Abukara vs. Svein Haugen in the Third Round. Weigh-In Results Tomoji Takaoka (292 lbs) vs. Sun Lu Tang (288 lbs) Osser Mallaby (272 lbs) vs. Davey Rushton (280 lbs) Taroemon Abukara (272 lbs) vs. Svein Haugen (316 lbs) Ali Shivari (294 lbs) vs. Moses Amokachi (278 lbs) Seb Morehead (281 lbs) vs. Jerry Benderoth (271 lbs) Marvin Stevens (276 lbs) vs. Vasily Klyushev (286 lbs) Teddy Glossop (270 lbs) vs. Charlie Howerd (289 lbs) Yang Fa Kun (282 lbs) vs. Terry Shakespeare (289 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 82 Full Fight Card SHW: Tomoji Takaoka vs. Sun Lu Tang SHW: Osser Mallaby vs. Davey Rushton SHW: Taroemon Abukara vs. Svein Haugen SHW: Ali Shivari vs. Moses Amokachi SHW: Seb Morehead vs. Jerry Benderoth SHW: Marvin Stevens vs. Vasily Klyushev SHW: Teddy Glossop vs. Charlie Howerd SHW: Yang Fa Kun vs. Terry Shakespeare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted September 28, 2023 Author Share Posted September 28, 2023 Saturday, Week 2, January 2003 Live From Red Deer, Alberta 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 SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Yang Fa Kun (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Southern China, Favorite: -230) vs. "Wreck 'Em" Terry Shakespeare (5-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +180) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Yang Fa Kun going head to head with 'Wreck 'Em' Terry Shakespeare. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:54) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Kun misses with a big right hand, allowing Shakespeare to counter with a jab and a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:26) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Kun misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Shakespeare hits a jab but is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Kun hits a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 03:27) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Kun lands a left hook. Shakespeare hits a jab but misses a high kick. (Rd 1 - 03:01) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Shakespeare scores with a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Kun misses a jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:36) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:01) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Kun tries a kick to the body but can't get it. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Shakespeare misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:38) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Kun is off target with a left jab and also misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Shakespeare misses a jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:53) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 00:24) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Kun misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Shakespeare attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Not a lot happened in that round and the fans are getting a bit restless as a result. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kun. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:49) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Kun misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Shakespeare hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Shakespeare hits a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. Kun finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Kun is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 04:12) For the first time, Shakespeare is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:57) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 2 - 03:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Kun finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Shakespeare is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Shakespeare scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Kun hits a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Shakespeare misses a right hook and gets countered with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Shakespeare dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 02:11) A few deep breaths betray that Shakespeare is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 01:59) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Kun misses with a big right hand, allowing Shakespeare to counter with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 01:48) A few deep breaths betray that Kun is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 01:38) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Kun misses a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Shakespeare hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:25) Shakespeare looks very tired out there. (Rd 2 - 01:15) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Shakespeare misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kun comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 01:03) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Kun tries to wrestle Shakespeare backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Kun manages it and controls Shakespeare up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Kun is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Kun catches Shakespeare with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Kun uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Kun tries to throw a knee but Shakespeare uses wrestling to prevent it. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Shakespeare is trapped against the cage and Kun punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Kun took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Kun. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Kun dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 04:34) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Shakespeare misses a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Kun lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Shakespeare connects with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Kun misses a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Shakespeare scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Kun hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:04) Shakespeare looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 02:59) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Kun misses a right hook and gets countered with a clean right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:51) From the looks of things, I don't think Kun has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 02:43) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Shakespeare hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Kun finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:20) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:20) Shakespeare counters a right hand with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 3 - 02:00) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Kun lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Shakespeare finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Shakespeare appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 3 - 01:41) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Kun dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:11) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Shakespeare misses with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Kun hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Shakespeare misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Kun to attack with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 00:40) The gas tank looks empty on Shakespeare. (Rd 3 - 00:34) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Shakespeare hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Kun hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Kun looks exhausted. (Rd 3 - 00:22) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Using his wrestling skills, Kun is trying to push Shakespeare up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Kun does it, Shakespeare is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Kun pins Shakespeare up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Kun 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 Shakespeare will be able to take the victory without a finish. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Shakespeare. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:51) Shakespeare initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:51) Kun hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 4 - 04:51) A one-two from Shakespeare fails to land. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Kun hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Shakespeare scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:18) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Shakespeare tries to take Kun down. (Rd 4 - 04:18) The takedown is successful, Kun pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Shakespeare catches Kun with a wicked slicing elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 04:06) It looks like Kun has been cut under the eye. (Rd 4 - 03:56) Shakespeare pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Shakespeare pounds away and Kun struggles to deal with them. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Shakespeare pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 4 - 03:04) Shakespeare doesn't let Kun pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Shakespeare unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Kun. (Rd 4 - 02:44) Shakespeare pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Kun tries to pull Shakespeare in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 4 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:25) Shakespeare pounds away, but Kun calmly deals with them. (Rd 4 - 02:08) Shakespeare blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 4 - 01:51) Shakespeare fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Kun tries to sweep Shakespeare but can't do it. (Rd 4 - 01:25) Shakespeare fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Kun tries to sweep Shakespeare but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 4 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:51) Shakespeare tries to pass the guard. (Rd 4 - 00:51) He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. (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 Shakespeare, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Shakespeare 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 Kun. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:45) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:45) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Kun misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Shakespeare can't hit a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Kun misses a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Shakespeare finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 5 - 04:28) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Shakespeare. (Rd 5 - 04:09) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Shakespeare slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Kun looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Shakespeare simply took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Shakespeare connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 5 - 03:13) Shakespeare moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Kun into exchanging strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:13) Kun manages a counter jab. (Rd 5 - 03:13) A jab is wide from Shakespeare, but then he hits Kun with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 5 - 03:13) Kun hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 5 - 03:05) Moving quickly, Shakespeare comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 5 - 03:05) Kun is back up too fast though. (Rd 5 - 02:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Kun lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Shakespeare lands a one-two. (Rd 5 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Shakespeare lands a left hook. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Kun finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 5 - 01:54) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Kun is trying to muscle Shakespeare up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Kun achieves it, pinning Shakespeare to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:20) With Shakespeare bleeding, referee Leo Behan pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 5 - 01:20) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 5 - 01:20) We're back underway! (Rd 5 - 01:12) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 01:12) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Kun has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Shakespeare misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:53) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 00:53) Shakespeare slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a nice right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:33) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 00:33) Kun scores with a left hook. (Rd 5 - 00:33) Shakespeare lands a one-two. (Rd 5 - 00:22) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:22) Clinched with Shakespeare, Kun looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 00:22) Shakespeare blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 5 - 00:11) Kun attempts to wrestle Shakespeare to the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:11) Shakespeare cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Shakespeare 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) Edward Wilde gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Shakespeare. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Kun. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse gives a score of 48-46 in favour of Shakespeare. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Wreck 'Em' Terry Shakespeare is the winner by split decision! Official Result: 'Wreck 'Em' Terry Shakespeare defeats Yang Fa Kun (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Terry Shakespeare thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He praises Kun for a tough fight. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Texas" Teddy Glossop (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Worth, Texas, Favorite: -810) vs. Charlie "Lurch" Howerd (5-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Spokane, Washington, Underdog: +640) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Texas' Teddy Glossop faces Charlie 'Lurch' Howerd. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Glossop deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Glossop dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:32) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Glossop dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:53) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Glossop slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Glossop dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Howerd misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Glossop to attack with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Howerd is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 03:04) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Howerd misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Glossop to attack with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Glossop is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Howerd lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Howerd misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:09) That last shot clearly hurt Howerd, although he tries to disguise it by flashing a wide smile in response. (Rd 1 - 02:01) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Glossop dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Howerd clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Glossop tries to wrestle Howerd backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Glossop manages it and controls Howerd up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Howerd is trapped against the cage and Glossop punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Glossop catches Howerd with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Glossop smothers Howerd against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Glossop smothers Howerd against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Howerd is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Howerd is trapped against the cage and Glossop hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Glossop attempts to hit a knee to the thigh area but Howerd tightens the clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Breathing very hard, Howerd is looking ragged. (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 Glossop. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Glossop 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 Howerd from this point onward. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Howerd misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Glossop comes in with a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Glossop lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Howerd nails a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Taking a few gulps of breath, Glossop is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 04:09) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Howerd misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Standing and trading is not working for Howerd, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck. (Rd 2 - 03:56) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Glossop tries to intimidate his opponent with some quality trash talk. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Glossop counters a right hand with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:55) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Glossop misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Howerd to attack with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:41) From the looks of things, I don't think Howerd has much energy left. (Rd 2 - 02:36) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:36) Howerd misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Glossop attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:11) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Howerd scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Glossop uses a left jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:53) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Howerd scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Glossop uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:02) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 00:30) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Glossop counters a right hand with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Howerd misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Glossop to attack with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Howerd looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (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 Glossop, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Glossop 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) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Glossop dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:33) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Howerd misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Glossop attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Glossop is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 04:14) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Howerd doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Glossop finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 04:03) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Howerd tries to wriggle free, but Glossop controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Howerd tries to wriggle free, but Glossop controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Glossop is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Glossop tries to wrestle Howerd backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Glossop achieves it, pinning Howerd to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:17) Howerd takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Glossop smothers Howerd against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Howerd is trapped against the cage and Glossop hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Howerd looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Glossop pins Howerd up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Howerd is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 01:55) Glossop stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Glossop attempts to use a knee strike but Howerd pulls the clinch tighter. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:18) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Glossop can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Howerd has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 01:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Glossop misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Using his wrestling skills, Glossop is trying to push Howerd up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Glossop does it, Howerd is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Glossop looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Glossop smothers Howerd against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Howerd is trapped against the cage and Glossop punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Glossop, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Howerd is running out of rounds. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Howerd is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:52) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Howerd lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Glossop lands a one-two. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Howerd starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye. (Rd 4 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Howerd misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Glossop to attack with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 4 - 04:09) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Glossop is trying to muscle Howerd up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Glossop manages it and controls Howerd up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:53) Glossop drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 4 - 03:44) Howerd gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Glossop catches Howerd with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Glossop stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 4 - 03:18) Howerd is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Glossop pins Howerd up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Glossop uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Glossop looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Howerd is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Glossop slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 4 - 02:10) That last blow may have really hurt Howerd, he staggers backward and tries to cover up as best he can! (Rd 4 - 02:10) A big right hand from Glossop drops Howerd! (Rd 4 - 02:01) Glossop senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 4 - 02:01) Glossop pounds away, landing several clean blows on Howerd in the process. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Glossop attempts the mount. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Glossop mounts Howerd. (Rd 4 - 01:18) Glossop pounds away on Howerd, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Glossop pounds away and Howerd eats a few big strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Glossop pounds away and Howerd struggles to deal with them. (Rd 4 - 00:55) The strikes are hard enough to force Howerd to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process! (Rd 4 - 00:36) Glossop fires off some rights, but Howerd isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Howerd tries to move Glossop off his back but can't. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Glossop fires away and Howerd is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Glossop on my card, Howerd was well behind. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Howerd winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Howerd in between rounds. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:53) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Howerd hits a left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Glossop scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:43) Howerd almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him! (Rd 5 - 04:43) Glossop comes in fast and smashes Howerd with a right hand! Down he goes! He is out! (Rd 5 - 04:28) 'Texas' Teddy Glossop takes the win by knock out! Official Result: 'Texas' Teddy Glossop defeats Charlie 'Lurch' Howerd (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:32 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Teddy Glossop thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Teddy Glossop celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Teddy Glossop gave a good account of himself here. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The New Jersey Crusher" Marvin Stevens (27-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Paterson, New Jersey, Favorite: -710) vs. Vasily "Krusher" Klyushev (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Underdog: +560) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The New Jersey Crusher' Marvin Stevens going head to head with Vasily 'Krusher' Klyushev. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Klyushev can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Stevens with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Stevens backs off, dazed but alert enough to cover up! Klyushev follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Klyushev moves in close and knocks Stevens out with a single brutal right uppercut from beneath the guard! What a punch! (Rd 1 - 04:44) By knock out, the winner is Vasily Klyushev! Official Result: Vasily 'Krusher' Klyushev defeats 'The New Jersey Crusher' Marvin Stevens (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:16 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Vasily Klyushev name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he knows that this result is a shock but that it shows what can happen if you believe in yourself. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Seb Morehead (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Manitoba, Canada, Underdog: +180) vs. Jerry Benderoth (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Favorite: -230) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Seb Morehead battles Jerry Benderoth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Morehead confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Benderoth may have been aiming to get in close, but Morehead aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:32) A jab is wide from Morehead, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Morehead comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Benderoth manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Morehead lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Morehead moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Benderoth into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Benderoth hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:54) A jab hits home from Morehead and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:33) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 03:17) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Morehead attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Benderoth throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Morehead fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Morehead moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 02:27) A jab is wide from Morehead, but then he hits Benderoth with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Morehead steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Benderoth hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Morehead throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Morehead feints an attack that leaves Benderoth slightly off balance. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Morehead dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:46) That was the perfect example of how Morehead can use his reach advantage. (Rd 1 - 01:46) He can use it to hit Benderoth at range. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Morehead comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Benderoth scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Morehead can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:18) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Benderoth misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Morehead comes in with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Morehead comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Benderoth hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Benderoth is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Morehead hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:25) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (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 Morehead. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Morehead can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Benderoth with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Morehead moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Benderoth into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Benderoth hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Morehead throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Benderoth had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Morehead can't connect with a jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 2 - 04:02) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 03:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 03:12) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Morehead stalks forward, pressuring Benderoth. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Benderoth hit a counter left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Morehead lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:36) For the first time, Morehead is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Morehead moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Morehead connects with a jab, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 01:32) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 2 - 01:16) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Moving forward constantly, Morehead is pressuring Benderoth. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Morehead looks to pressure Benderoth, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 00:50) A jab lands from Morehead but Benderoth evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Morehead attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Benderoth fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Morehead throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Morehead moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Benderoth appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Morehead took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Morehead hits a left jab and 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 think Morehead took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Morehead up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Morehead comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Benderoth tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 3 - 04:17) A jab hits home from Morehead and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:58) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Morehead lands a jab and then catches Benderoth with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Benderoth shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:09) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Looking to catch his breath, Benderoth is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:37) Benderoth blocks Morehead as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Benderoth fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Benderoth blocks Morehead as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 3 - 01:53) Benderoth attempts to armbar Morehead from side control. (Rd 3 - 01:53) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Morehead has to tap out! (Rd 3 - 01:13) Jerry Benderoth takes the win by submission! Official Result: Jerry Benderoth defeats Seb Morehead (Submission (Armbar) in 3:47 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jerry Benderoth thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Doctor Death" Ali Shivari (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Cairo, Egypt, Favorite: -830) vs. Moses Amokachi (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Kenya, Underdog: +660) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Doctor Death' Ali Shivari taking on Moses Amokachi. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Alan Allen, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Shivari misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Amokachi comes forward, walking down Shivari. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Shivari manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Amokachi fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Shivari throws a one-two, but Amokachi was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:40) With a clear opportunity, Amokachi is able to move in fast and clinch with Shivari. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Using his wrestling skills, Amokachi is trying to push Shivari up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Amokachi achieves it, pinning Shivari to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Smothered against the cage, Shivari is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 03:22) A minute or so passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Shivari, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Amokachi is exerting. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 01:13) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:06) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Amokachi attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Shivari tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Amokachi can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Shivari with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:23) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (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 Amokachi. (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 - 04:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Amokachi dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Shivari rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward. (Rd 2 - 04:19) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Amokachi counters a left hand with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Amokachi chooses to shoot in on Shivari. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Amokachi gets a single leg takedown! Shivari pulls guard off it. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Amokachi tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Shivari comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Amokachi in guard. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Shivari attempts to grab an arm of Amokachi from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Shivari gets an armbar fully applied and forces the tap out! (Rd 2 - 02:20) The winner, by submission, is 'Doctor Death' Ali Shivari! Official Result: 'Doctor Death' Ali Shivari defeats Moses Amokachi (Submission (Armbar) in 2:40 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Ali Shivari name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Ali Shivari celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Taroemon Abukara (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Svein Haugen (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sirdal, Norway, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Taroemon Abukara going head to head with Svein Haugen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Abukara must be giving up at least 40lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Haugen ignores the offer of a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Haugen doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Haugen confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Abukara scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Haugen doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Abukara looked like he was going to shoot, but Haugen simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Haugen fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Haugen moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Abukara appeared to be going for a takedown, but Haugen took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Haugen lands a left jab, but Abukara evades a big right to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Haugen hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Haugen throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Glaring at Abukara, Haugen motions for him to come on and attack. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Haugen hits a left hand, but Abukara evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Taking a few gulps of breath, Haugen is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Abukara had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:09) A jab is wide from Haugen, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Haugen steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Abukara, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Haugen throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 01:09) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Haugen misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Haugen hits a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Abukara finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:17) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Haugen, 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 and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Haugen comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Haugen connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:28) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Haugen is off target with a left jab but lands a left kick to the body. Abukara hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:10) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Haugen is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 04:03) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Abukara dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Abukara may have been setting up to shoot, but Haugen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Haugen can't connect with a jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Haugen misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. Abukara lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Haugen doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 02:53) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Abukara counters a right hand with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:07) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Abukara misses a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Haugen hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:42) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Haugen connects with a left hand. Abukara uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Haugen clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Abukara is trying to muscle Haugen up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Abukara does it, Haugen is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Haugen takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Haugen takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Abukara pins Haugen up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Haugen gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Abukara smothers Haugen against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Haugen takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Abukara uses dirty boxing to punish Haugen while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Abukara pins Haugen up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (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 Abukara, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:54) Abukara may have been setting up to shoot, but Haugen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Haugen fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:46) From the looks of things, I don't think Haugen has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 04:36) A jab is wide from Haugen, but then he catches Abukara with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Abukara lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Haugen hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:56) Abukara comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:56) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Abukara looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Haugen can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Abukara gains side control. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Abukara fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Abukara tries to lock Haugen in an arm triangle. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Haugen blocks it. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Abukara tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Abukara takes the back instead, Haugen rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Abukara attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Haugen doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Abukara blocks Haugen as he tries to roll over. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Abukara, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Abukara ahead 29-28. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:52) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Abukara misses with a left jab but hits a right hand. Haugen lands a left hook. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Looking very tired, Haugen clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Abukara is looking to muscle Haugen back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Abukara manages it and controls Haugen up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Abukara smothers Haugen against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 04:27) It looks like Haugen has been cut above the eye. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Abukara catches Haugen with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Abukara hits Haugen, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Haugen takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Abukara catches Haugen with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Abukara pins Haugen up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 03:02) Abukara pins Haugen up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Haugen looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Abukara hits Haugen, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 02:33) The lack of progress forces referee Leo Behan to separate the two fighters. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Abukara is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Abukara, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:18) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Abukara attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:09) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Abukara tries to ensnare Haugen in a kimura. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Haugen gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 4 - 00:37) By submission, the winner is Taroemon Abukara! Official Result: Taroemon Abukara defeats Svein Haugen (Submission (Kimura) in 4:23 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Taroemon Abukara praises his team at Way of the Crane's Beak, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Silverback" Osser Mallaby (4-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Charlotte, North Carolina, Underdog: +460) vs. Davey Rushton (6-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Sterling, Scotland, Favorite: -580) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Silverback' Osser Mallaby squares off with Davey Rushton in the CTC Super Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Moving around, Mallaby is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Rushton can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:28) It looked like we were about to see Mallaby try and get some grappling started, but Rushton was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Rushton can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Mallaby moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Rushton can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Mallaby with a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Circling, Mallaby clearly wants to shoot in but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Rushton can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Mallaby shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Mallaby gets the takedown! Rushton pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Mallaby keeps very tight to Rushton and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Rushton tries to catch Mallaby with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Mallaby lies on top of Rushton, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Mallaby looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Mallaby unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Mallaby blocks Rushton as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Mallaby pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Rushton tries to pull guard on Mallaby but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Mallaby pounds away on Rushton, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Rushton tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Mallaby pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Mallaby, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Rushton looks a little shell-shocked too. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:48) Rushton steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Rushton looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Mallaby cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Rushton starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 2 - 04:12) He is too good for Mallaby, and has mount. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Rushton pounds away, Mallaby is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (Rd 2 - 03:17) Rushton starts unloading with massive lefts and Mallaby is getting pasted! (Rd 2 - 03:17) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and saves Mallaby from taking any more shots! (Rd 2 - 03:02) The winner, by TKO; Davey Rushton! Official Result: Davey Rushton defeats 'The Silverback' Osser Mallaby (TKO (Strikes) in 1:58 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Davey Rushton thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He praises Mallaby for a tough fight. MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Tomoji "HULK" Takaoka (4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Favorite: -680) vs. Sun Lu Tang (4-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Underdog: +540) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Tomoji 'HULK' Takaoka battles Sun Lu Tang in the CTC Super Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Moving in fast, Tang wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Using his wrestling skills, Tang is trying to push Takaoka up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Takaoka out-wrestles him though. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Takaoka is trying to push Tang so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Takaoka achieves it, pinning Tang to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Showing good control, Takaoka keeps Tang stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:54) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Takaoka presses Tang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 01:53) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:40) A jab is wide from Takaoka, but then he catches Tang with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Tang looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Takaoka throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Tang takes the chance and grabs Takaoka into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Tang tries to wrestle Takaoka backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Tang can't move Takaoka at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Takaoka is trying to push Tang so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Tang isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Takaoka tries to wrestle Tang backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Takaoka doesn't manage it though, Tang defended it well. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Takaoka is looking to muscle Tang back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Takaoka does it, Tang is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Takaoka scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Takaoka, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:48) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Takaoka wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Takaoka has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Tang to the ground. (Rd 2 - 04:42) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! He gets side control of it! (Rd 2 - 04:28) Takaoka fires away and manages to connect with two or three heavy shots that rock Tang! (Rd 2 - 04:28) Tang turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 2 - 04:10) Takaoka pounds away, Tang is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 2 - 04:10) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 03:52) The winner, by TKO; Tomoji Takaoka! Official Result: Tomoji 'HULK' Takaoka defeats Sun Lu Tang (TKO (Strikes) in 1:08 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Tomoji Takaoka name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is asked who he wants to face next, and once again calls out Korekiyo Okuma, accusing him of ducking the challenge and being afraid. He gave a charismatic performance. Attendance: 257 Gate Reciepts: $20,354 Sponsorship: $25,542 Ad Revenue: $537,526 Merchandise: $4,164 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $90,785) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Tomoji Takaoka $15,980 Sun Lu Tang $1,722 Davey Rushton $14,182 Osser Mallaby $11,680 FotN: Both: $10,000 Taroemon Abukara $5,780 Svein Haugen $1,476 Ali Shivari $4,760 Moses Amokachi $1,476 Jerry Benderoth $5,173 Seb Morehead $1,920 SotN: Benderoth: $5,000 Vasily Klyushev $7,440 Marvin Stevens $2,880 Perf: Klyushev: $5,000 Teddy Glossop $9,080 Charlie Howerd $1,722 KotN: Glossop: $5,000 Terry Shakespeare $3,834 Yang Fa Kun $1,680 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $20,575 Profit: $467,218 Critical Rating: 67% Commercial Rating: 51% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -1.0% 76.5% (High Level Regional) USA +1.6% 87.6% (High Level Regional) UK -1.2% 77.8% (High Level Regional) Europe -0.8% 78.1% (High Level Regional) Australia -0.5% 74.6% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.0% 77.6% (High Level Regional) Asia -0.5% 77.2% (High Level Regional) Russia -0.3% 70.0% (High Level Regional) Mexico -0.5% 74.3% (High Level Regional) South America -1.2% 78.6% (High Level Regional) Central America -0.3% 72.4% (High Level Regional) Africa +0.3% 60.9% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 79, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 80, and all fighters tested clean. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Sun Lu Tang, Osser Mallaby, Svein Haugen, Moses Amokachi, Marvin Stevens, Charlie Howerd, and Yang Fa Kun. - The services of Seb Morehead have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules. - CTC Cruiserweight fighter Waly da Cunha was seen training at House of Pain as he prepares for his CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Percy Catcher. He is not expecting to remain with the camp as a long term member, and is looking to improve his ground game during his time with the team. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows XCC: Simard vs. Hebert (Saturday, Week 2, January 2003) Title Result: Norm Hebert Won The XCC Lightweight Title Fight of the Night: Norm Hebert vs. Norice Simard KO of the Night: Norm Hebert (vs. Norice Simard) Submission of the Night: Aubry Lavoie (vs. Henri Joslin) Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Third Round (Round of 32) Palmer Lette vs. Eric Coleman Sebastian Cyr vs. Efren Luat Bahman Baboumian vs. John-James McInleen Dwight Witherspoon vs. Marmaduke Chuffnell Renato vs. Kiyomori Sanda Irwin Middleton vs. Marty Sinnar Hanley Polter vs. Abe Locke Melvin Yeo vs. Gunnar Rasmussen Matas Fialkowska vs. Drew D'Acosto Zachary Nobell vs. Hidehira Nakamoto Kel Ryan vs. Eric Hughes Jutaro Honma vs. Korekiyo Okuma Ali Shivari vs. Davey Rushton Jerry Benderoth vs. Teddy Glossop Taroemon Abukara vs. Terry Shakespeare Vasily Klyushev vs. Tomoji Takaoka Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted September 29, 2023 Author Share Posted September 29, 2023 Friday, Week 3, January 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Jonathan "The Locust" Huang (12-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Favorite: -630) vs. "Blazin'" Callum Henson (24-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Underdog: +500) Jonathan Huang is a superstar in Asia, and is widely regarded as one of the best Jiu-Jitsu competitors of all time and has been a dominant force in international tournaments for years. He made his MMA debut in early 1996 and although his appearances since have been sporadic at best and he has been specifically matched up with fighters who do not have the striking or wrestling to exploit his obvious weaknesses, he has nonetheless looked very impressive in all his fights. He won by first round submission over Raniere de Lima in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Yeijiro Yamamoto in the second round of the tournament. Callum Henson is a good striker, who is feared for his kicking power and accuracy, especially his scything low kicks that have left many an opponent limping. He joined GAMMA in 2000, officially signing on his 30th birthday, but had to wait over a year and compete in three fights before he got his first win with the company. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Juan de Castro in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Noach Van Der Capellen vs. Walter May in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Super Animal" Noach Van Der Capellen (30-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Walter May (22-8, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Underdog: +950) Noach Van Der Capellen is one of the most exciting strikers in MMA, a crowd favorite who loves to throw in spectacular punches and crazy kicks along with his more traditional, and very effective, boxing attacks. His unorthodox striking, KO power, and difficulty to hold down have made him one of the most successful Welterweights on the planet. After gaining rave reviews with SIGMA, ALPHA-1 signed him in June 1999, and he has gone on to be a superb Welterweight champion. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Phil Ball in the second round of the tournament. Walter May is a proud Scotsman who was part of the vanguard of European MMA, fighting on shows across the British Isles and Europe before there were any official organizations or proper rules. He retired in early 1995 in order to go and live with Bhuddist monks in China. He returned to MMA in 2000, keen to once again experience the rush of fighting. SIGMA took note of his interesting story and competitive ability and signed him to their Welterweight division in late 2001. He won by Unanimous Decision over Reynaldo Varela in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fourth round TKO over Mikey Wallace in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jonathan Huang vs. Callum Henson in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Pain Train" Chew Chua (24-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -260) vs. Filip Hristov (8-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +200) Chew Chua is a very dangerous striker from Singapore, and a devastating Thai boxing champion who has a string of vicious knock outs to his name. There are very few opponents who can go toe-to-toe with him without suffering a bad beating. He is a former two-time challenger for the ALPHA-1 Welterweight title. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Tristao Bosi in the second round of the tournament. Filip Hristov is an elite level judoka, who has represented Bulgaria in many international judo tournaments and is regarded as one of the best in the world at his chosen discipline. He moved to MMA in 1997, wishing to experience a new challenge, and after winning his first four fights without any trouble at all, he joined SIGMA to look for more challenging opponents. He suffered his first defeat in late 2001, losing to the far more experience Jens Halle. He won by first round submission over Zeke Eliot in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Dominykas Jankovic in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rich Robinson vs. Konstantinos Chorophas in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Fist of Justice" Ikku Funaki (21-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Even: -110) vs. Evan "The Carpenter" Pizzarro (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #201, Even: -110) Ikku Funaki is one of the hardest punchers in MMA, and has knocked out more than his fair share of opponents with his trusty right hand. He is also known for his vicious ground and pound, raining down bombs like a mad man. He was the first ever ALPHA-1 Welterweight champion, although since losing the belt he has not really come close to getting back into the title picture. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Lev Safanov in the second round of the tournament. Evan Pizzarro comes to MMA from a Judo background and loves to use the trips and throws from that sport to disorientate his opponents. A very good submission artist, he is a dangerous fighters to let get hold of you, and appears to be quickly developing a decent striking game to go along with it. He won by Unanimous Decision over Timothy Latchkey in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Ragnar Gunnlaugsson in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Vikram Sithalayan vs. Bruno Epps in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Rich "Hard Rain" Robertson (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #153, Favorite: -1080) vs. Konstantinos "Tapper" Chorophas (10-8, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +860) Rich Robinson got the nickname "Hard Rain" because of his brutal ground and pound, raining down big bombs from above onto his helpless victim. Although he is dangerous when on top, he is far from a one-dimensional fighter, he strikes with venom, and has an extensive wrestling background to fall back on too. He won by first round TKO over Deacon Stawford in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fifth round TKO over Bakin Sakamoto in the second round of the tournament. Konstantinos Chorophas is a low level fighter from Greece, whose main threat is his submission game on the ground, as he is always alert to the possibility of a kimura or armbar. Other than that though, he doesn't have much to offer and is particularly vulnerable to anyone with a good striking game. He won by first round submission over Tyler Rechslatter in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fifth round submission over Keita Oshima in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Chew Chua vs. Filip Hristov in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: David "Spider Man" Webb (20-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -580) vs. Felix "Kick Ass" Mattherson Jr. (10-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Underdog: +460) David Webb is a skilled catch-style wrestler who is closely associated with BCF. A two-time Welterweight champion, he is a very difficult fighter to deal with but does get a lot of criticism for the ultra low risk style he employs, being nicknamed "Decision Dave" by some. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Joe Hinchcliffe in the second round of the tournament. Felix Mattherson Jr is a Puerto Rican fighter, a versatile athlete who can strike, wrestle, or work on the ground, and as such is a dangerous opponent to face as he has the ability to exploit weaknesses without having many of his own to target. He joined GAMMA in 2001 where his debut saw him lose his undefeated record to fellow newcomer Diego Arteta via a vicious knock out. He won by first round knock out over Sawyer Hines in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Christijan Van Belkum in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Garth Neill vs. Malloy Mahoney in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Vikram "Punishment" Sithalayan (20-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Cannonball" Bruno Epps (13-7, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #169, Underdog: +950) Vikram Sithalayan is Pakistan's premier MMA competitor, and has been very successful thanks to his seemingly inexhaustable cardio, his top notch grappling skills, and his biggest weapon, a deadly array of submission holds with an emphasis on applying leg locks from the most unlikely places. A long-time BCF Welterweight, he has twice earned a title shot only to be defeated, and is probably best known for his trilogy with David Webb. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Ronaldo Roncatto in the second round of the tournament. Bruno Epps is a wrestler, a former star grappler for Oklahoma State. He can cause problems if he can get hold of an opponent, but his lack of stand-up or ground game really hold him back from achieving much in MMA. He won by fifth round submission over Ray Eton in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Dana Delaney in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ikku Funaki vs. Evan Pizzarro in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Garth "Vader" Neill (6-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #144, Favorite: -810) vs. "Macho Man" Malloy Mahoney (8-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Underdog: +640) Garth Neill is a Welterweight prospect from Texas, an all-rounder whose base is his solid wrestling skills. The youngster is currently suffering from jack-of-all-trades syndrome, not being amazing at anything in particular, but he will no doubt improve with age. He won by first round TKO over Edwin Ascher in the first round of the tournament, before winning by third round TKO over Syed Tan in the second round of the tournament. Malloy Mahoney is known for the trademark outlandishly designed shorts that he wears to fights, and is an up-and-coming fighter from London, England. A former kick boxer, he is at his best when he can stand and utilize his strikes, and his excellent sprawl means that he is pretty hard to take down into his weakest area, the ground game. Since 1999 he has been fighting for BCF at his favored Welterweight. He won by third round TKO over Harold Carrie in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Origenes Salgado in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of David Webb vs. Felix Mattherson Jr in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Jonathan Huang (170 lbs) vs. Callum Henson (170 lbs) Noach Van Der Capellen (170 lbs) vs. Walter May (170 lbs) Chew Chua (170 lbs) vs. Filip Hristov (170 lbs) Ikku Funaki (170 lbs) vs. Evan Pizzarro (170 lbs) Rich Robinson (170 lbs) vs. Konstantinos Chorophas (170 lbs) David Webb (170 lbs) vs. Felix Mattherson Jr. (170 lbs) Vikram Sithalayan (170 lbs) vs. Bruno Epps (170 lbs) Garth Neill (170 lbs) vs. Malloy Mahoney (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 83 Full Fight Card WW: Jonathan Huang vs. Callum Henson WW: Noach Van Der Capellen vs. Walter May WW: Chew Chua vs. Filip Hristov WW: Ikku Funaki vs. Evan Pizzarro WW: Rich Robinson vs. Konstantinos Chorophas WW: David Webb vs. Felix Mattherson Jr. WW: Vikram Sithalayan vs. Bruno Epps WW: Garth Neill vs. Malloy Mahoney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted September 30, 2023 Author Share Posted September 30, 2023 CTC Super Heavyweight Finalized Roster And Current Rankings #25. Gunnar Rasmussen (4-0) Gunnar Rasmussen is a Dane who is Mongolian on his mothers side. A huge towering figure, the big man has been doing Karate since he was twelve year old and is noted for his excellent movement and counter-strikes. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Gunnar Rasmussen defeats Peter Windsor by Submission (Armbar) in 4:50 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Gunnar Rasmussen defeats Noddy Pascow by Submission (Kimura) in 4:30 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 80 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Melvin Yeo at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) #24. Vasily "Krusher" Klyushev (4-0) Vasily Klyushev is a heavily muscled juggernaut of a fighter, a Super Heavyweight who competes on the European regional circuit. Very powerful, he can stand and bang with anyone on the planet. Where he falls down is that he gasses quickly and has little or no skill when it comes to close-quarters grappling. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Vasily Klyushev defeats Daugvinas Blekaitis by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:13 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 38 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Vasily Klyushev defeats Marvin Stevens by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:16 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 82 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Tomoji Takaoka at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) #23. Seb Morehead (9-2) Seb Morehead probably has the most impressive physique in the Super Heavyweight division, and is an intimidating sight to see across the cage from you. A decent enough kick boxer, he's no joke when it comes to the actual fight either. CTC Record: 0-1 CTC Results: 1. Jerry Benderoth defeats Seb Morehead by Submission (Armbar) in 3:47 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 82 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: None Other Results: 1. Seb Morehead defeats Terry Shakespeare by Submission (Armbar) in 3:45 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 44: Thomas vs. De Vries (June 2001) 2. Kel Ryan defeats Seb Morehead by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #22. "California" Marty Sinnar (7-3) Marty Sinnar is a Greco-Roman wrestler, a big Super Heavyweight who likes to dominate opponents with his grappling acumen. Turning pro in 1996, he established a 5-0 record before being signed by ALPHA-1 to their new Super Heavyweight division in 1999. He lost his undefeated record on his debut though, falling to Yang Fa Kun's superior striking, and has since dropped his last two fights as well to leave him on the brink of being cut from the roster, if his fights didn't tend to be so exciting, he probably already would have been. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Marty Sinnar defeats Benoit LeVoir by TKO (Strikes) in 3:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Marty Sinnar defeats Yoshikazu Inamoto by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 80 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Irwin Middleton at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Yang Fa Kun defeats Marty Sinnar by TKO (Strikes) in 9:44 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hayashi (February 2000) 2. Noddy Pascow defeats Marty Sinnar by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 9:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Cabal vs. Fezzik II (February 2001) 3. Kiyomori Sanda defeats Marty Sinnar by Submission (Kimura) in 2:53 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) #21. Eric "Tugboat" Hughes (6-3) Eric Hughes is a straight-ahead brawler with a heavy right hand, and was one of the cast members on GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Beaten in the qualifiers by eventual winner Davey Rushton, Hughes was nonetheless kept on to be part of the new Super Heavyweight division. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Eric Hughes defeats Stan Still by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:30 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 38 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Eric Hughes defeats Yan Hasluck by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:29 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 81 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Kel Ryan at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Randolph Gilliver defeats Eric Hughes by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) GAMMA 33: Regueiro vs. Kendall (November 1999) 2. Eric Hughes defeats Lenny DiMaria by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 36: Foster vs. Lopes (June 2000) 3. Irwin Middleton defeats Eric Hughes by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 40: Herringbone vs. John (February 2001) 4. Cory Frain defeats Eric Hughes by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:58 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #20. Dwight Witherspoon (7-0) Dwight Witherspoon is a lanky Canandian, who comes from a kick boxing background but has taken enough BJJ classes that he has solid grappling and ground fundamentals too, including a nasty triangle that makes great use of his incredibly long legs. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Dwight Witherspoon defeats Sydney Badenhorst by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Dwight Witherspoon defeats Frank Paul by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 79 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Marmaduke Chuffnell at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) #19. Drew "Leviathan" D'Acosto (6-0) Drew D'Acosto is a Super Heavyweight powerhouse who loves to work opponents over in the clinch with his grappling skills. Unlike most men who tip at scales at nearly 300lbs, he has great cardio and has no trouble taking fights into the later rounds. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Drew D'Acosto defeats Jouko Kiri by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Very Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Drew D'Acosto defeats Frank Sheedy by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 81 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Matas Fialkowska at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Drew D'Acosto defeats Terry Shakespeare by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #18. Korekiyo Okuma (8-1) Korekiyo Okuma is a former sumo wrestler who has converted to MMA. A solid wrestler, he also boxed in his youth and so has better stand-up than you'd perhaps expect. After going 6-0 on the local scene, ALPHA-1 signed him, only to see him get obliterated by Zachary Nobell on his debut. Still young, he has plenty of time to recover. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Korekiyo Okuma defeats Hans Gorner by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 38 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Korekiyo Okuma defeats Joe Snettisham by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:40 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 81 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Jutaro Honma at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Zachary Nobell defeats Korekiyo Okuma by TKO (Strikes) in 2:20 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Kitabatake (November 2001) #17. Efren Luat (8-1) Efren Luat is an enormous Filipino that is a frightening prospect to deal with, not only is he incredibly bulky, on top of that he has heavy hands, and very, very good grappling ability, particularly when it comes to pressing opponents up against the cage or ropes and wearing them down with strikes. His one glaring weakness is his cardio. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Efren Luat defeats Chi Ji Guang by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 79 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Sebastian Cyr at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Jutaro Honma defeats Efren Luat by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hojo (June 2001) #16. Davey Rushton (7-2) Davey Rushton is a very good boxer, who originally only dabbled in MMA, working occasional local shows where he would generally use his superior hands to beat up fat, out of shape guys for quick cash. That changed when he was signed to be part of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament. Rushton not only won the tournament with ease, he went on to beat the vastly more experienced Gary Sampson to become the first ever GAMMA Super Heavyweight champion. His one-dimensionality has been exposed since however and he has slid down the rankings. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Davey Rushton defeats Hugo Filiou by TKO (Strikes) in 0:32 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 38 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Davey Rushton defeats Osser Mallaby by TKO (Strikes) in 1:58 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 82 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ali Shivari at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Davey Rushton defeats Irwin Middleton by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:10 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) GAMMA Clash of the Titans Finals (October 1999) Davey Rushton Won The First Season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans 2. Davey Rushton defeats Gary Sampson by TKO (Strikes) in 1:29 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 37: Rushton vs. Sampson (October 2000) Davey Rushton Won The CTC Super Heavyweight Title 3. George Pickering defeats Davey Rushton by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 4:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) GAMMA Battle Lines 5: Rushton vs. Pickering (April 2001) George Pickering Won The CTC Super Heavyweight Title 4. Teddy Glossop defeats Davey Rushton by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 46: Sugar vs. Keane (August 2001) #15. Eric Coleman (8-1) Eric Coleman is enormously powerful, a wrestler out of San Diego. Debuting at the very end of 1998, he quickly established himself as one to watch, blasting his way to a 5-0 record on the local circuit via his strong grappling base and deadly ground and pound. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Eric Coleman defeat Zair Williams by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:23 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 36 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Eric Coleman defaets August Pennell by TKO (Strikes) in 1:14 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 79 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Palmer Lette at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Eric Coleman defeats Zsolt Hargitay by TKO (Strikes) in 2:39 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hojo (June 2001) 2. Jutaro Honma defeats Eric Coleman by TKO (Strikes) in 3:01 of Round 1 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Abukara vs. Lette II (October 2001) #14. Matas "The Beard" Fialkowska (5-0) Matas Fialkowska is a tall Polish fighter who started competeing in the Super Heavyweight class in 2000 although in truth he could easily have made a very big Heavyweight instead. A born fighter, he loves going into a cage and engaging in a war. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Matas Fialkowska defeats Veeti Kuqi by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:17 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent13) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Matas Fialkowski defeats George Pickering by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:15 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 81 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Drew D'Acosto at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) #13. John-James McInleen (6-0) John-James McInleen is a huge hulking Super Heavyweight who has some nasty ground and pound. He was a semi-finalist on GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show in 1999, losing to eventual winner Davey Rushton. He stayed on after the show to be part of the initial Super Heavyweight roster and has become one of the most consistently dangerous fighters in the division, TKO finishing all four fights he's had since. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. John-James McInleen defeats Zsolt Hargitay by TKO (Strikes) in 4:58 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 79 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Bahman Baboumian at Candian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. John-James McInleen defeats Terry Shakespeare by TKO (Strikes) in 3:16 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA Clash of the Titans Finals (October 1999) 2. John-James McInleen defeats Zair Williams by TKO (Strikes) in 3:42 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA Battle Lines 3: Regueiro vs. Brubaker (August 2000) 3. John-James McInleen defeats Benoit LeVoir by TKO (Strikes) in 1:47 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 41: Foster vs. Boyer II (March 2001) 4. John-James McInleen defeats Joe Snettisham by TKO (Strikes) in 1:34 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 48: Foster vs. Hughes (November 2001) #12. "Texas" Teddy Glossop (6-1) Teddy Glossop is a good ole boy from the Lone Star state, who likes shootin', huntin', beer drinkin', and apparently apostrophes. An outspoken critic of just about anythin' that bothers him, he is at his happiest when he's punchin' someone in the face. GAMMA signed him in 2001 to be part of their Super Heavyweight division and he scored a big win over former champion Davey Rushton in only his second bout. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Teddy Glossop defeats Charlie Howerd by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:32 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 82 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Jerry Benderoth at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Hanley Polter defeats Teddy Glossop by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 43: Dean vs. Moura (May 2001) 2. Teddy Glossop defeats Davey Rushton by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 46: Sugar vs. Keane (August 2001) #11. Tomoji "HULK" Takaoka (5-1) Tomoji Takaoka is a sumo star in his native Japan, but left the sport in late 1996 in order to prepare himself for the challenge of MMA. His background has given him uncanny balance for a man his size, making him almost impossible to take down, but he currently lacks the striking or submission skills to make him an attacking threat. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Tomoji Takaoka defeats Sun Lu Tang by TKO (Strikes) in 1:08 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 82 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Vasily Klyushev at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Palmer Lette defeats Tomoji Takaoka by TKO (Strikes) in 3:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. Miyazaki (February 1999) Palmer Lette Won The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title 2. Tomoji Takaoka defeats Charlie Howerd by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) ALPHA-1: Miyagi vs. Capellen (December 2000) 3. Tomoji Takaoka defeats Abe Locke by TKO (Strikes) in 1:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Abukara (April 2001) #10. Zachary "The Firefighter" Nobell (7-0) Zachary Nobell is a real Chicago firefighter who competes in MMA in his spare time. A student of Jeet Kune Do, he isn't the most technically gifted fighter but he does have natural athleticism, a good reach, and some nice power. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Zachary Nobell defeats Sugimoto Tarumi by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 81 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Hidehira Nakamoto at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Zachary Nobell defeats Abe Locke by Knock Out (Kick) in 1:45 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Cabal (August 2000) 2. Zachary Nobell defeats Chi Ji Guang by TKO (Strikes) in 2:48 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1 Heavyweight Grand Prix 2001 (March 2001) 3. Zachary Nobell defeats Korekiyo Okuma by TKO (Strikes) in 2:20 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Kitabatake (November 2001) #9. Abe "Pit Bull" Locke (8-3) Abe Locke is a bulldozing wrestler who loves to pick up and slam his opponents before using suffocating top control to wear them down. A Super Heavyweight, he was picked up by ALPHA-1 to be part of the launch of their new division in 1999. After a poor start in which he went 0-3, he was on the verge of being cut from the roster but managed to rally and save his job for the time being with a win over Zsolt Hargitay towards the end of 2001. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Abe Locke defeats Den Bickersteth by Submission (Arm Triangle) in 3:14 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Abe Locke defeats Cory Frain by TKO (Strikes) in 1:24 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 80 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Hanley Polter at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Stanley Rine defeats Abe Locke by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:39 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Hamacho (April 1999) 2. Zachary Nobell defeats Abe Locke by Knock Out (Kick) in 1:45 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Cabal (August 2000) 3. Tomoji Takaoka defeats Abe Locke by TKO (Strikes) in 1:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Abukara (April 2001) 4. Abe Locke defeats Zsolt Hargitay by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Kitabatake (November 2001) #8. Kiyomori Sanda (7-0) Kiyomori Sanda is considered one of Japan's big hopes for a native Super Heavyweight star, a huge athletic specimen who can strike and grapple with aplomb. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Kiyomori Sanda defeats Fatty Tarbuckle by Submission (Armbar) in 2:41 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (July 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament 2. Kiyomori Sanda defeats Stanley Rine by TKO (Leg Kick) in 3:45 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 80 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Renato at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Kiyomori Sanda defeats Marty Sinnar by Submission (Kimura) in 2:53 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) #7. Jutaro Honma (8-1) Jutaro Honma comes from a sumo background, a big fighter who works from up close. His grappling and ability to control fighters is good, and his excellent balance makes him hard to take down. However, his striking is mediocre at best, and he has problems finishing fights. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Jutaro Honma defeats MA Parker by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 81 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Korekiyo Okuma at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Jutaro Honma defeats Vinnie MacEntyre by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Fujimoto (June 1999) 2. Palmer Lette defeats Jutaro Honma by Knock Out (Punch) in 6:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamada vs. Katou III (June 2000) Palmer Lette Retains The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title 3. Jutaro Honma defeats Efren Luat by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hojo (June 2001) 4. Jutaro Honma defeats Eric Coleman by TKO (Strikes) in 3:01 of Round 1 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Abukara vs. Lette II (October 2001) #6. Kel "Big Baby" Ryan (8-0) Kel Ryan is a heavy-handed slugger, who first appeared on the MMA radar when he took part in GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament. Although he lost in the qualifiers to John-James McInleen, he was kept on to be part of the new Super Heavyweight division. His biggest moment came at GAMMA 35 when he was "fed" to the division's star name, Norbert Vinkus, apparently not content to know his role, he promptly beat the crap out of Vinkus and made himself an instant star. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Kel Ryan defeats OJ Oberst by Submission (Kimura) in 2:44 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 81 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Eric Hughes at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Kel Ryan defeats Benoit LeVoir by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:50 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 33: Regueiro vs. Kendall (November 1999) 2. Kel Ryan defeats Norbert Vinkus by Submission (Strikes) in 4:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 35: Dean vs. Benn (April 2000) 3. Kel Ryan defeats Yan Hasluck by Knock Out (Punches) in 0:39 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 37: Rushton vs. Sampson (October 2000) 4. Kel Ryan defeats Joe Snettisham by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA Battle Lines 5: Rushton vs. Pickering (April 2001) 5. Kel Ryan defeats Seb Morehead by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #5. Taroemon Abukara (9-1) Taroemon Abukara is a deceptively skillful Super Heavyweight who has been trained in the art of submission grappling. One of the original big native hopes for ALPHA-1's Super Heavyweight division. Abukara shocked the world in April 2001 when he survived a severe beating to come back and submit Palmer Lette to become champion. Although he lost in the rematch, the victory and the fighting spirit he showed turned Abukara into an overnight big star. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Taroemon Abukara defeats Svein Haugen by Submission (Kimura) in 4:23 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 82 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Terry Shakespeare at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Taroemon Abukara defeats Yang Fa Kun by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:44 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. Miyazaki (February 1999) 2. Taroemon Abukara defeats Sun Lu Tang by Submission (Guillotine) in 6:48 of Round 1 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Yamada II (December 1999) 3. Taroemon Abukara defeats Palmer Lette by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:39 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Abukara (April 2001) Taroemon Abukara Won The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title 4. Palmer Lette defeats Taroemon Abukara by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Abukara vs. Lette II (October 2001) Palmer Lette Won The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title #4. Hanley "The Great White" Polter (8-0) Hanley Polter is a massive wrestler from Australia, who has awesome strength to go with his grappling acumen. A quarter-finalist from GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament, his laid back charm and aussie humour made him an instant fan favorite. Since his time on the show Polter has proved himself to be one of the most able fighters in the Super Heavyweight division and seems to be headed toward a title shot at speed. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Hanley Polter defeats Jeremy-Brett Teller by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:52 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 80 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Abe Locke at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Hanley Polter defeats Yan Hasluck by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA Clash of the Titans Finals (October 1999) 2. Hanley Polter defeats Teddy Glossop by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 43: Dean vs. Moura (May 2001) 3. Hanley Polter defeats Randolph Gilliver by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:59 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) #3. Renato (9-0) Renato is a huge powerhouse from Brazil, primarily a grappler who bullies opponents with sheer size and strength, although his ridiculously heavy hands means that he's a threat standing too. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Renato defeats Warren Scumboon by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:28 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 80 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Kiyomori Sanda at Canadian Tournament Combat 109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Renato defeats Kerlon Guerra de Bastos by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) FLB: Aldez vs. Villar III (March 2001) 2. Renato defeats Yoshikazu Inamoto by Submission (Armbar) in 2:02 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) #2. "Doctor Death" Ali Shivari (12-0) Ali Shivari is one of the very best Super Heavyweight competitors in the world, an Egyptian fighter who, if he can get his opponent to the mat, has impressive submission skills for such a big man. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Ali Shivari defeats Moses Amokachi by Submission (Armbar) in 2:40 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 82 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Davey Rushton at Canadian Tournament Combat 110 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Ali Shivari defeats Ben Lees by Submission (Americana) in 4:53 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. Shinashi (August 1999) 2. Ali Shivari defeats Stanley Rine by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1's Warriors of the Ring 1 (January 2001) 3. Ali Shivari defeats Noddy Pascow by Submission (Armbar) in 5:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Arai (July 2001) #1. Palmer "Daddy Bear" Lette (25-6-2-2NC) Palmer Lette is a hugely powerful bear of a man, he is a charismatic cult figure in Japan where he is popular enough to be the star of a series of well known commercials. Originally a Heavyweight, when ALPHA-1 opened their Super Heavyweight division he was the first to sign up as it meant an end to the torturous weight cuts he had to make. The first champion of the new division, he has since gone on to lose and regain the title. Lette is generally considered the #1 Super Heavyweight in the world. CTC Record: 1-0 CTC Results: 1. Palmer Lette defeats Iggy Coan by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:59 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 79 (January 2003) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Eric Coleman at Canadian Tournament Combat #109 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Hassan Fezzik defeats Palmer Lette by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:04 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Lette (November 1997) Hassan Fezzik Retains The ALPHA-1 Heavyweight Title 2. Palmer Lette defeats Tomoji Takaoka by TKO (Strikes) in 3:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. Miyazaki (February 1999) Palmer Lette Won The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title 3. Palmer Lette defeats Jutaro Honma by Knock Out (Punch) in 6:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamada vs. Katou III (June 2000) Palmer Lette Retains The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title 4. Taroemon Abukara defeats Palmer Lette by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:39 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Abukara (April 2001) Taroemon Abukara Won The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title 5. Palmer Lette defeats Taroemon Abukara by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Abukara vs. Lette II (October 2001) Palmer Lette Won The ALPHA-1 Super Heavyweight Title Unranked Fighters Bahman Baboumian (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. John-James McInleen at Canadian Tournament Combat 109) Hidehira Nakamoto (4-0, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Zachary Nobell at Canadian Tournament Combat 110) Hugo Filiou (0-1, 0-1 CTC) Irwin Middleton (5-2, 0-1 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Marty Sinnar at Canadian Tournament Combat 109) Jerry Benderoth (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Teddy Glossop at Canadian Tournament Combat 110) Marmaduke Chuffnell (6-0, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Dwight Witherspoon at Canadian Tournament Combat 109) Melvin Yeo (4-0, 2-0, Scheduled Fight: vs. Gunnar Rasmussen at Canadian Tournament Combat 109) Peter Windsor (1-3, 0-1 CTC) Sebastian Cyr (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Efren Luat at Canadian Tournament Combat 109) Terry Shakespeare (6-3, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Taroemon Abukara at Canadian Tournament Combat 110) Vinnie MacEntyre (3-4, 0-1 CTC) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 1, 2023 Author Share Posted October 1, 2023 Friday, Week 3, January 2003 Live From Moose Jaw, 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 WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Garth "Vader" Neill (6-0, 2-0 CTC, From: McFarlane's Ranch, Texas, Favorite: -810) vs. "Macho Man" Malloy Mahoney (8-2, 2-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +640) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which Garth 'Vader' Neill squares off with 'Macho Man' Malloy Mahoney. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Neill comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Neill gets hold of a leg but Mahoney remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Neill can't get Mahoney down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:39) With the cage trapping Mahoney, Neill looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Neill has the takedown, using the fact that Mahoney was pressed against the cage to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 04:39) The takedown leaves Mahoney seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Neill attempts a guillotine. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Mahoney gets caught by the guillotine, and it's tight enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 03:51) The winner, by submission, is Garth 'Vader' Neill! Official Result: Garth 'Vader' Neill defeats 'Macho Man' Malloy Mahoney (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Garth Neill thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Garth Neill boasts about being undefeated and warns that he has a lot more still to give. He gave a charismatic performance. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Vikram "Punishment" Sithalayan (20-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Islamabad, Pakistan, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Cannonball" Bruno Epps (13-7, 2-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Vikram 'Punishment' Sithalayan takes on 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Edward Wilde, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Epps gets in close and clinches with Sithalayan. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Epps is trying to push Sithalayan so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Epps can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Sithalayan looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Sithalayan gets side control off a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 1 - 04:08) Sithalayan attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Epps gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 03:45) The winner, by submission; Vikram Sithalayan! Official Result: Vikram 'Punishment' Sithalayan defeats 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps (Submission (Kimura) in 1:15 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Vikram Sithalayan thanks everyone connected to Bulldog Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Looking at a replay of the finish, Vikram Sithalayan says that he is happy that all the submission training paid off. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. David "Spider Man" Webb (20-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Kent, England, Favorite: -580) vs. Felix "Kick Ass" Mattherson Jr (10-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Puerto Rico, Underdog: +460) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which David 'Spider Man' Webb goes up against Felix 'Kick Ass' Mattherson Jr. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Mattherson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Mattherson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Webb with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Mattherson fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Webb with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:13) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Webb. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Webb clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:48) A jab hits home from Mattherson and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Mattherson moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Mattherson connects with two left jabs, but Webb evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Mattherson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Webb with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Webb uses a brace of left jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Mattherson throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Mattherson fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Webb with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:35) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Webb. (Rd 1 - 02:35) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 1 - 02:35) We're back underway! (Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Webb had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:23) A jab is wide from Mattherson, but then he catches Webb with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Mattherson connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Webb shoots in hard and fast for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Mattherson almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Webb has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Webb drives Mattherson up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:45) With the cage trapping Mattherson, Webb looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 01:45) He has the takedown! Mattherson pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Mattherson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Webb off of him. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Webb lies on top of Mattherson, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Mattherson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Webb off of him. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Webb lies on top of Mattherson, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mattherson. (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 - 04:53) Mattherson hits a left jab and then hits Webb with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:31) A jab hits home from Mattherson and then he catches Webb with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Webb is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Mattherson fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Mattherson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Mattherson hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Mattherson lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Mattherson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Webb had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Mattherson connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:33) A jab lands from Mattherson, but Webb avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Mattherson hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Circling warily, Webb is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Mattherson lands a jab and then catches Webb with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Mattherson throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Mattherson closes in on Webb, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Mattherson connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Webb chooses to shoot in on Mattherson. (Rd 2 - 01:23) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Mattherson has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:23) That's his second takedown of the fight. (Rd 2 - 01:10) The clock runs down as Mattherson is being smothered against the ground by Webb. (Rd 2 - 00:48) The clock runs down as Mattherson is being smothered against the ground by Webb. (Rd 2 - 00:19) Mattherson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Webb off of him. (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 Mattherson. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Mattherson up 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Webb. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:45) Mattherson steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Mattherson throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Mattherson lands a jab and then catches Webb with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Mattherson lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Mattherson fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Mattherson looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Mattherson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Webb comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Mattherson gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 03:30) That's his third takedown of the fight. (Rd 3 - 03:22) Webb lies on top of Mattherson, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Webb lies on top of Mattherson, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 02:17) Webb smothers Mattherson with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 01:37) Time slips away as Webb successfully keeps Mattherson stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Webb lies on top of Mattherson, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Mattherson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Webb off of him. (Rd 3 - 00:11) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Mattherson. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Webb 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) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:52) A jab is wide from Mattherson, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Setting it up with excellent timing, Webb comes forward and shoots for the takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Webb couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Mattherson hops in place on the other. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Webb can't get Mattherson down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Looking for a takedown, Webb drops down and gets hold of a leg. Mattherson remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Sweeping the standing leg, Webb puts Mattherson down hard and gets side control! (Rd 4 - 04:12) In side control, Webb catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Webb blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Webb seems to be looking to increase his control by applying a crucifix. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Mattherson does well to keep Webb from applying the crucifix. (Rd 4 - 03:08) Webb blocks Mattherson as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 02:50) Webb attempts to move to mount. (Rd 4 - 02:50) Mattherson keeps Webb at side control, not letting the mount happen. (Rd 4 - 02:25) Mattherson tries to move to guard, but Webb doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Webb is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Mattherson can't fend off his opponent and is mounted. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Webb pounds away on Mattherson, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Webb pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 4 - 01:13) Webb maintains control, despite Mattherson trying to wriggle free. (Rd 4 - 01:02) Webb unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 4 - 01:02) With punches raining down, Mattherson desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back! (Rd 4 - 00:43) Webb attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Mattherson defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 4 - 00:13) Mattherson tries to turn over and sweep Webb but can't do it. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Mattherson is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Webb. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Webb 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) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:51) Mattherson lands a jab and then catches Webb with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Mattherson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Webb takes the chance and grabs Mattherson into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Webb tries to take Mattherson down. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Webb can't get the takedown as Mattherson wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 5 - 03:47) Mattherson looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:47) Webb blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Webb is trying to muscle Mattherson up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Mattherson ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Showing good control, Webb keeps Mattherson stuck against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:09) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:05) Webb tries to take Mattherson down. (Rd 5 - 02:05) The takedown is successful and he is now on top of a turtled up Mattherson. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Webb pounds away with right hands and Mattherson is in big trouble! (Rd 5 - 01:32) Webb tries to pound on Mattherson, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 5 - 01:16) Webb is too slow to stop Mattherson getting back up, but does get back control. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Grappling from behind, Webb attempts to pick Mattherson up and force him down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Mattherson shows stubborn resistance and Webb cannot complete the takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:33) Webb loses back control, Mattherson wrestled free and circled back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:07) Mattherson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Webb with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Webb, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has given 48-47 to Webb. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Marianne Froth: 48-47 Mattherson. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse has scored it 48-47 Mattherson. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is Felix 'Kick Ass' Mattherson Jr! Official Result: Felix 'Kick Ass' Mattherson Jr defeats David 'Spider Man' Webb (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Felix Mattherson Jr gives a name-check to everyone at Evolution MMA, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Felix Mattherson Jr says that he can't believe that all the judges didn't award him the win as he felt he was the clear winner. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Rich "Hard Rain" Robinson (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Wood Buffalo, Alberta, Favorite: -1080) vs. Konstantinos "Tapper" Chorophas (10-8, 2-0 CTC, From: Patras, Greece, Underdog: +860) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Rich 'Hard Rain' Robinson battling Konstantinos 'Tapper' Chorophas. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Edward Wilde, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Robinson may have weighed in the same as Chorophas yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Chorophas throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Chorophas confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Robinson may have been setting up to shoot, but Chorophas aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Chorophas throws a one-two, but Robinson was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Robinson comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 04:10) A punch from Chorophas fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Robinson gets hold of Chorophas, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Robinson hits Chorophas with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Robinson tries to throw some close-range strikes as they grapple, but the attempts are smothered by Chorophas. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Chorophas gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Robinson uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Robinson is trying to muscle Chorophas up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Robinson manages it and controls Chorophas up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:46) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Robinson is wearing Chorophas down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 1 - 02:46) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Showing good control, Robinson keeps Chorophas stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:35) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Robinson tries a foot stomp, but Chorophas seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Chorophas fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Robinson with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Robinson. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Robinson, 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 - 04:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Chorophas can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Robinson is able to grab Chorophas. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Robinson is looking to muscle Chorophas back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Robinson manages it and controls Chorophas up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Unable to break free, Chorophas is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:01) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Robinson smothers Chorophas up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:47) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Robinson shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Robinson has the takedown! Chorophas pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Robinson fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Chorophas uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Robinson seizes the opportunity, Chorophas was too slow and gets caught in side control. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Robinson begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 2 - 00:42) The attempted mount results in a scramble for position as Chorophas tries to avoid the danger. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Robinson mistakenly leaves his back exposed and Chorophas seizes the chance to take it! (Rd 2 - 00:09) Chorophas tries to finish Robinson off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Robinson defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Robinson took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Robinson is ahead 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) Chorophas comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:49) A jab lands from Chorophas, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Chorophas throws a punch but Robinson was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Robinson seizes the chance and grabs Chorophas into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Chorophas gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Robinson uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Robinson looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:01) The takedown is successful, Chorophas goes down. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Chorophas gives up his back. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Robinson pounds away with right hands and Chorophas is in big trouble! (Rd 3 - 03:22) Robinson tries to finish Chorophas off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 03:22) Chorophas fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Robinson blocks Chorophas as he tries to roll over. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Robinson pounds away on Chorophas, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Robinson tries to put Chorophas in a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Robinson gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Chorophas has to tap out! (Rd 3 - 01:56) Rich Robinson takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Rich 'Hard Rain' Robinson defeats Konstantinos 'Tapper' Chorophas (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:04 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Rich Robinson thanks everyone connected to Slaughterhouse for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Rich Robinson can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Fist of Justice" Ikku Funaki (21-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Even: -110) vs. Evan "The Carpenter" Pizzarro (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Even: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Fist Of Justice' Ikku Funaki battles Evan 'The Carpenter' Pizzarro. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Pizzarro looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Pizzarro looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Funaki fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Pizzarro with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Funaki comes forward, walking down Pizzarro. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Funaki steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Funaki fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Funaki comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Funaki moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Pizzarro. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Funaki throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Funaki comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Pizzarro fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Funaki can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Pizzarro with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Funaki comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Pizzarro hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Funaki hits a left jab and then he hits Pizzarro with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Funaki comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Pizzarro lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:26) A jab is wide from Funaki, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Funaki comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Pizzarro manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Funaki lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Moving forward constantly, Funaki is pressuring Pizzarro. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Pizzarro fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Funaki connects with a nice jab and then he catches Pizzarro with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:36) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Funaki throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Funaki attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Pizzarro fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Attacking with a quick flurry, Funaki lands one of three punches but Pizzarro evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Funaki stalks forward, pressuring Pizzarro. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Pizzarro fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Funaki hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:04) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:37) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Funaki can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Funaki, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:48) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Funaki has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Pizzarro misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Funaki throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Pizzarro seizes the chance and grabs Funaki into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Pizzarro is trying to muscle Funaki up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Pizzarro achieves it, pinning Funaki to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Pizzarro pins Funaki up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Funaki takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Showing his ability to exert control, Pizzarro smothers Funaki up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:28) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Showing his ability to control opponents, Pizzarro simply smothers Funaki against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Pizzarro and Funaki remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 01:23) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Kyle Crisp separating them. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Funaki is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Shoulders hunched, Pizzarro studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 2 - 01:17) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Pizzarro doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Funaki hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Pizzarro misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Funaki comes in with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Pizzarro is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Funaki finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Pizzarro finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Pizzarro keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Funaki can't connect with a jab, but then hits Pizzarro with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Pizzarro came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:45) Pizzarro isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Funaki hits a left hand, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Funaki lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Funaki confidently comes in closer. (Rd 3 - 04:04) A jab hits home from Funaki and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Funaki comes forward to attack. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Pizzarro fires off a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Funaki throws a one-two, but Pizzarro was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Funaki hits a left jab and then scores with a destructive right to the body! (Rd 3 - 03:30) Pizzarro collapses to the floor, clearly in a lot of pain! (Rd 3 - 03:23) Funaki quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Pizzarro! (Rd 3 - 03:23) Funaki pounds away, Pizzarro is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (Rd 3 - 03:03) Funaki gets caught up in the moment and leaves himself open...Pizzarro tips him off balance and scrambles! (Rd 3 - 03:03) Pizzarro manages to come out on top, with Funaki pulling half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Pizzarro throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Pizzarro attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:26) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Funaki is defending with tenacity, he is frustrating Pizzarro and making him work hard. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Pizzarro fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Pizzarro is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Funaki rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Pizzarro pounds away and Funaki eats a few big strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Funaki prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Pizzarro from getting hooks in. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Funaki tries to get Pizzarro off his back. (Rd 3 - 00:28) The effort is successful, Pizzarro loses the back position, and both fighters scramble back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Funaki. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Funaki up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:48) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Pizzarro misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Funaki comes in with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 4 - 04:30) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Funaki slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Funaki is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Funaki hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Funaki lands a left hand and then catches Pizzarro with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Funaki hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Pizzarro chooses to shoot in on Funaki. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Funaki almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Pizzarro has hold of one leg. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Pizzarro can't get Funaki down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Pizzarro looks to take Funaki down by setting up a judo throw. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Funaki blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 03:06) The referee gives Funaki a verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 03:06) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Pizzarro keeps Funaki stuck against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:06) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Pizzarro looks to set up a judo throw. (Rd 4 - 01:56) An outside leg trip sweeps Funaki down to the ground! (Rd 4 - 01:56) The takedown leaves Funaki seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:34) Pizzarro starts trying to get Funaki on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 4 - 01:34) He is much too good for Funaki, and gets the mount! (Rd 4 - 01:04) Pizzarro fires away and Funaki is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 4 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Pizzarro fires away and Funaki is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 4 - 00:34) Pizzarro pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Pizzarro blocks Funaki as he tries to push-off. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Pizzarro, 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) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Pizzarro scores with a left hook. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Funaki hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Pizzarro connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Funaki lands a left jab and also lands a powerful right hook! (Rd 5 - 04:23) Funaki looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Pizzarro is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 5 - 04:23) Funaki moves in quickly, kneeling beside Pizzarro and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 5 - 04:23) Funaki pounds away, but Pizzarro calmly deals with them. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Funaki throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Funaki throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 5 - 03:28) Pizzarro skillfully moves to full guard. (Rd 5 - 03:08) Funaki uses a quick shoulder smash. (Rd 5 - 02:58) In guard, Funaki is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 5 - 02:39) Pizzarro gets the double underhooks in and pulls Funaki close, controlling him well. (Rd 5 - 02:17) Funaki hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Pizzarro. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Pizzarro pulls Funaki in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 01:54) In guard, Funaki throws a couple of punches designed to keep Pizzarro guessing. (Rd 5 - 01:31) Pizzarro tries to ensnare an arm. (Rd 5 - 01:31) In a moment of sublime skill, Funaki not only defends the submission but uses it to get to side control. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Funaki pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 5 - 00:53) Pizzarro struggles and does well, managing to get full guard. (Rd 5 - 00:41) Funaki doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest. (Rd 5 - 00:22) Funaki gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Funaki, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 48-47 (Johnny Beerbohm), 48-47 (Stewart Morecambe) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde). (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Fist Of Justice' Ikku Funaki! Official Result: 'The Fist Of Justice' Ikku Funaki defeats Evan 'The Carpenter' Pizzarro (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ikku Funaki praises his team at Dragon's Lair Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Pain Train" Chew Chua (24-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Singapore, Singapore, Favorite: -260) vs. Filip Hristov (8-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Sofia, Bulgaria, Underdog: +200) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Pain Train' Chew Chua faces Filip Hristov. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Chua looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Moving around, Hristov is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Chua throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Hristov comes in and grabs Chua in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Using his wrestling skills, Hristov is trying to push Chua up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Hristov does it, Chua is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Hristov smothers Chua against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Hristov traps Chua up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 1 - 04:19) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Hristov pins Chua up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 1 - 02:55) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Chua can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Chua lands a flurry of three quick punches but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Hristov lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Chua can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Chua can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Hristov may have been aiming to get in close, but Chua aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Chua connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Hristov lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Chua can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Hristov with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Chua comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Hristov hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Chua lands a left jab, but Hristov avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Chua closes in on Hristov, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Hristov hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Chua throws some strikes and a spin kick, but Hristov defended against them all. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Chua looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:42) A jab hits home from Chua and then he scores with a massive right head kick! (Rd 1 - 00:42) It's a knock out! Hristov is down and out! (Rd 1 - 00:33) The winner, by knock out; Chew Chua! Official Result: 'The Pain Train' Chew Chua defeats Filip Hristov (Knock Out (Kick) in 4:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Chew Chua praises his team at Dojo of Zui Quan, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Super Animal" Noach Van Der Capellen (30-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Favorite: -1200) vs. Walter May (22-8, 2-0 CTC, From: Aberdeen, Scotland, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Super Animal' Noach Van Der Capellen goes up against Walter May in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Marianne Froth, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 170lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Van Der Capellen is much bigger. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:26) May misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Van Der Capellen attacks with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:07) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:36) May misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Van Der Capellen attacks with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:32) The big reach advantage that Van Der Capellen has was evident there. (Rd 1 - 03:20) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:20) May misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Van Der Capellen to attack with a jab and a head kick that is off-target. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:56) May hits a jab but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Van Der Capellen attacks with four quick punches and lands two of them and then scores with a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Van Der Capellen slips past a left hook and counters with a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 01:57) May goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 1 - 01:57) 'The Super Animal' Noach Van Der Capellen takes the win by knock out! Official Result: 'The Super Animal' Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Walter May (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Noach Van Der Capellen thanks everyone connected to Mantas Andreyev Fighting for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Noach Van Der Capellen says that he is having an after-show winner's party at a local club and invites everyone to drop in. Noach Van Der Capellen is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Jonathan "The Locust" Huang (12-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Thailand, Favorite: -630) vs. "Blazin'" Callum Henson (24-9, 1-0 CTC, From: Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, Underdog: +500) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Jonathan 'The Locust' Huang takes on 'Blazin'' Callum Henson in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Huang comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:51) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Henson is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Huang tries to break the guard apart. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Loosening the guard, Huang is able to secure a leg and apply a toe hold, Henson has to tap! (Rd 1 - 04:10) By submission, the winner is Jonathan Huang! Official Result: Jonathan 'The Locust' Huang defeats 'Blazin'' Callum Henson (Submission (Toe Hold) in 0:50 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jonathan Huang gives a name-check to everyone at Tiger Claw Academy, all his various sponsors, and then all his friends, family, and supporters. Huang says that he knew that it was over once he had the leg, and that he is very, very confident in his submission skills. Attendance: 329 Gate Reciepts: $26,057 Sponsorship: $26,205 Ad Revenue: $677,804 Merchandise: $3,942 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $128,802) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Jonathan Huang $52,508 Callum Henson $2,952 SotN: Huang: $5,000 Perf: Huang: $5,000 Noach Van Der Capellen $17,494 Walter May $11,765 FotN: Both: $10,000 Chew Chua $11,273 Filip Hristov $2,773 KotN: Chua: $5,000 Ikku Funaki $6,098 Evan Pizzarro $2,017 Rich Robinson $2,858 Konstantinos Chorophas $1,638 Felix Mattherson Jr $2,678 David Webb $4,305 Vikram Sithalayan $4,182 Bruno Epps $1,638 Garth Neill $2,858 Malloy Mahoney $1,765 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $22,154 Profit: $574,044 Critical Rating: 68% Commercial Rating: 60% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +3.5% 80.0% (High Level Regional) USA +2.4% 90.0% (High Level Regional) UK +2.4% 80.2% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.5% 79.6% (High Level Regional) Australia +1.5% 76.1% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.4% 80.0% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.0% 79.2% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.0% 71.0% (High Level Regional) Mexico +1.5% 75.8% (High Level Regional) South America +2.4% 80.6% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.9% 73.3% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.0% 61.9% (Mid Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Walter May, Filip Hristov, Evan Pizzarro, Konstantinos Chorophas, David Webb, Bruno Epps, and Malloy Mahoney. - The services of Callum Henson have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows KDM FC 24: Tsai vs. Wu II (Friday, Week 3, January 2003) Title Result: Hyun-Shik Tsai Made The First Successful Defence of the KDM FC Lightweight Title Title Result: Maricel Liou Won The KDM FC Womens Featherweight Title Fight of the Night: Hyun-Shik Tsai vs. Park Wu KO of the Night: Kong Chien (vs. Kuan-Yin Wang) Submission of the Night: Lin Tseng (vs. Anne Yoo) Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 1, 2023 Author Share Posted October 1, 2023 Saturday, Week 3, January 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Black Superman" Nathan Chambers (19-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -680) vs. Konosuke Shirahata (11-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Underdog: +540) Nathan Chambers is one of the biggest heels in MMA, whose big mouth and cocky persona have made him one of the most well known fighters in America. A fantastic athlete who is a master of weight cutting, his success has been built on his bullying wrestling and huge punching power, a combination that few Welterweights have been able to withstand. A former Welterweight champion, he is perhaps best known for his extremely heated trilogy of fights with his arch-nemesis Rufus Stephens between 1998 and 2000. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Danny Rowan in the second round of the tournament. Konosuke Shirahata is a rock solid wrestler, who is at his best when he can take his opponent down and get top control, he is difficult to shake and has the ability to finish fights from there by either strikes or submissions. Unusually small for a Welterweight, many feel that if he dropped to his more natural home of Lightweight he'd be an absolute beast, that said, five years into his career and he has yet to taste defeat at 170lbs. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Gus Fitzpatrick in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Alberto Basora vs. Martin Cupples in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Devil In Blue" Ichisake Miyagi (28-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -710) vs. Jayden Karp (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Underdog: +560) Ichisake Miyagi is a rugged competitor who has made a reputation for himself as one of the toughest Welterweights in the world. An excellent wrestler, his usual gameplan is to grab his opponent in the clinch and break their will with slicing razor sharp elbows, painful knees, and punishing dirty boxing. He is a former two-time ALPHA-1 Welterweight champion, winning his first in 1995 and second in 1999. He is coming off a fourth round knock out victory over Michihiro Kodera in the second round of the tournament. Jayden Karp is a talented young Englishman who is loaded with potential. His background is in submission fighting but he has allied that with a highly technical boxing game that gives him a lot of different attacking options. He was signed by BCF in 2001 and debuted with a win over Grant Kyle. He won by second round submission over Joe Pelham in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Pavel Radulov in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Will Kane vs. Delroy Rhodes in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Josh "TNT" Aldarisio (18-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -1180) vs. Brad "Dead Eye" Wyman (12-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Underdog: +940) Josh Aldarisio was an outstanding college wrestler who was an alternate for the American Olympic Team. Explosive, he quickly figured out how to use his lightning fast double leg and suffocating top control to become successful in MMA and is now recognized as one of the top Welterweights in the world. Showing a commedable effort to become a complete mixed martial artist, he has also noticeably improved his stand-up over time. A back injury meant that he missed most of 1998 and 1999, but he returned to action in March 2000. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Marcus Rimmer in the second round of the tournament. Brad Wyman is a young Muay Thai specialist, who has some decent strikes and can certainly do some damage, but needs to improve the rest of his MMA game before he can become a serious threat. Wyman is unique among fighters in that he is blind in one eye. GAMMA took a punt on him, signing him to their Welterweight division in 2001, although he lost on his debut to Callum Henson. He won by ninth round submission over Van Jolson in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round TKO over Joshua Ziegler in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Darin Blood vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Citizen Pain" Will Kane (19-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -400) vs. "The Fight Night Delight" Delroy Rhodes (13-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Underdog: +310) Will Kane is an Englishman of Asian decent who was once considered one of the best Welterweights in the world. Originally from a Muay Thai background, he has gradually grown from a vicious striker into an all-around MMA competitor. He is best known for his long-time association with BCF, where he was a dominant Welterweight champion, but he moved to the big leagues of ALPHA-1 in 2001. Unfortunately he started life in Japan badly, and his recent form has seen him fall out of the world rankings for the first time in many years. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Teco in the second round of the tournament. Delroy Rhodes is a good kick boxer, who is a live wire when fighting, constantly bouncing around throwing strikes from unorthodox angles. Difficult to get hold of, the elusive "Fight Night Delight" has a crowd pleasing style of fighting that is also quite successful. GAMMA signed him in 2001 and he made a fine start, out-pointing Cooper Richardson at GAMMA 47. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Rodolfo de Souza in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ichisake Miyagi vs. Jayden Karp in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Dangerous" Darin Blood (17-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Favorite: -810) vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior (7-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #204, Underdog: +640) Darin Blood is a dangerous striker who combines elements of traditional boxing, Muay Thai, and street fighting, and he is also a handful on the ground. This versatility makes him one of the more difficult Welterweight fighters to take on. He is, however, known for being unfocused and inconsistent, sometimes coming into fights clearly mentally unprepared or overweight. He joined GAMMA in 1997 and competed for the Welterweight title at GAMMA 30. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Randy Carsley in the second round of the tournament. Hamilton Fonseca Junior is a solid striker, a Muay Thai specialist who can give anybody a hard time in a stand-up battle. Where he is most deadly is in the Muay Thai clinch, where his knees and elbows possess fight ending knock out power. He was a regular with FLB, but only managed a paltry 2-2 record during his time there. He won by first round knock out over Kiyotaka Aihara in the first round of the tournament, before winning by third round TKO over Maxime Giresse in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Josh Aldarisio vs. Brad Wyman in the fourth round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Alberto Basora (23-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -350) vs. Martin "The Crippler" Cupples (13-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Underdog: +270) Alberto Basora is the older brother of the more famous "El Diablo" Luis Basora, and like his sibling is a judoka who is at his best when he can get in close and use his throws and joint locks. One of the best Welterweights on the planet, he won the SIGMA title in summer of 2001. He is coming off a fourth round submission victory over Kensuke Tanaka in the second round of the tournament. Martin Cupples boasts heavy hands and some strong boxing skills, and is a knock out artist of some skill. Unlike many other former boxers he has also developed a sturdy takedown defence and some good defensive skills on the ground too. He joined BCF in 1997 and has been slowly working his way up the rankings ever since, although a first defeat, to Vikram Sithalayan, in the summer of 2001 has applied the breaks slightly. He won by first round TKO over Procopio Golias in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round TKO over Ern Fathoui in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Nathan Chambers vs. Konosuke Shirahata in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Jens "Battery" Halle (19-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -420) vs. Valdo Calamari (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #180, Underdog: +330) Jens Halle is not a subtle fighter, as his "Battery" nickname suggests, he only has one mode of attack and that's to come forward with fists flying. He is a difficult fighter to take on because of this awkward style, even more so when you take into account the fact that his iron chin seems to make him all but impervious to strikes. He has been a regular in SIGMA for years and is a former Welterweight title contender. He is coming off a first round TKO (Cut) victory over Willem Van Ommen in the first round of the tournament. Valdo Calamari is a decent all-rounder, and was originally a wrestler with good hands but has since added some ground skills to the package too. He has continued to improve with each fight since his debut back in 1997 and the sky seems to be the limit for him. He won by second round TKO over Bjarne Bjerre in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Alec Owlett in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Mills Mullally vs. Bussho Maruyama in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Mercenary" Mills Mullally (20-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Underdog: +100) vs. Bussho "Nurse Shark" Maruyama (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -110) Mills Mullally is an extremely tough fighter from Dublin, who comes from a boxing background and that forms the basis for his style as he loves to stand and trade. Hard to stop, he has a great chin and knows enough to defend himself well on the ground. A BCF regular, he caused a huge upset in 2001 when he unseated the seemingly unbeatable Will Kane to win the Welterweight title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Tekkan Okubo in the second round of the tournament. Bussho Maruyama is a tenacious young fighter, an all-rounder, able to stand and trade, wrestle, or take things to the ground. With the right sort of training and advice, he could win up being quite good. He started fighting for ALPHA-1 in 2001 and began strongly, winning his first two fights in impressive fashion. He won by first round submission over Vjekoslav Sarich in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Jerome Atkins in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jens Halle vs. Valdo Calamari in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Nathan Chambers (170 lbs) vs. Konosuke Shirahata (170 lbs) Ichisake Miyagi (170 lbs) vs. Jayden Karp (170 lbs) Josh Aldarisio (170 lbs) vs. Brad Wyman (170 lbs) Will Kane (170 lbs) vs. Delroy Rhodes (170 lbs) Darin Blood (170 lbs) vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior (170 lbs) Alberto Basora (170 lbs) vs. Martin Cupples (170 lbs) Jens Halle (170 lbs) vs. Valdo Calamari (170 lbs) Mills Mullally (170 lbs) vs. Bussho Maruyama (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 84 Full Fight Card WW: Nathan Chambers vs. Konosuke Shirahata WW: Ichisake Miyagi vs. Jayden Karp WW: Josh Aldarisio vs. Brad Wyman WW: Will Kane vs. Delroy Rhodes WW: Darin Blood vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior WW: Alberto Basora vs. Martin Cupples WW: Jens Halle vs. Valdo Calamari WW: Mills Mullally vs. Bussho Maruyama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 2, 2023 Author Share Posted October 2, 2023 Saturday, Week 3, January 2003 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 WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Mercenary" Mills Mullally (20-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Underdog: +100) vs. Bussho "Nurse Shark" Maruyama (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Favorite: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with 'Mercenary' Mills Mullally battling Bussho 'Nurse Shark' Maruyama. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Mullally counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Mullally forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Maruyama tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:53) A jab lands from Mullally but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:32) A jab hits home from Mullally and then he hits Maruyama with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Shoulders hunched, Mullally studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 1 - 03:13) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Mullally steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Mullally bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Mullally throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Maruyama had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Mullally can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Maruyama with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:41) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Maruyama misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Mullally to attack with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 01:26) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Maruyama finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Mullally hits a jab and also lands a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Mullally attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Maruyama lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Mullally throws a two-punch combo but Maruyama avoids both. (Rd 1 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Maruyama shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Mullally almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Maruyama has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Unable to complete the takedown, Maruyama instead pushes Mullally up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Mullally is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Maruyama smothers Mullally against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Maruyama uses dirty boxing to punish Mullally while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Maruyama 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:49) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Maruyama is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Mullally finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 04:22) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 2 - 03:53) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Mullally misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Maruyama can't catch Mullally, whose good head movement allows him to slip away from a two punch combination. (Rd 2 - 03:35) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 2 - 03:09) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Mullally comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Maruyama lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Mullally throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Mullally steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Maruyama fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Mullally lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Mullally is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Mullally attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Maruyama hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:14) A quick flurry of three punches from Mullally sees all of them hit home but Maruyama avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 01:50) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 01:26) A jab is wide from Mullally, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Maruyama studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Maruyama misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Mullally attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Maruyama appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Mullally took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Mullally throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 00:37) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Mullally slips past a right hook and counters with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Mullally hits a left jab and then hits Maruyama with a beauty of 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 Mullally. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:51) Mullally moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 04:51) A punch from Mullally fails to land. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Mullally hits a left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Maruyama hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Mullally is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Mullally initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Maruyama lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Mullally throws a two-punch combo but Maruyama avoids both. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Maruyama lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Mullally hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Mullally initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Maruyama throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Mullally throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Moving forward constantly, Mullally is pressuring Maruyama. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Mullally moves into the pocket. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Mullally hits a left hand but Maruyama evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Mullally clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Maruyama is trying to push Mullally so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Mullally ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Maruyama pins Mullally up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Mullally doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Maruyama smothers Mullally against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Maruyama tries to take Mullally down. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Mullally, pressed up against the cage, cannot stop the takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Mullally ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Maruyama, with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Maruyama tries to pound on Mullally, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 01:42) Mullally hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Maruyama attempts to guillotine Mullally, who is stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Mullally fights off the guillotine attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Mullally hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Maruyama starts trying to get Mullally on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Maruyama shifts his position brilliantly to get mount! (Rd 3 - 00:02) Maruyama pounds away with elbows but can't quite land anything with any degree of power. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Maruyama, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Maruyama is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:50) Mullally initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Maruyama fires off a counter jab. (Rd 4 - 04:50) A jab lands from Mullally but Maruyama evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 04:41) Looking very tired, Mullally clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 04:41) Mullally gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Maruyama uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Mullally gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Maruyama uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 04:10) Maruyama uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Mullally. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Maruyama tries to take Mullally down. (Rd 4 - 03:55) It doesn't work, Mullally defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Mullally tries to wriggle free, but Maruyama controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 4 - 03:31) Mullally gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Maruyama uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 03:12) Mullally gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Maruyama uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Maruyama is looking to muscle Mullally back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:54) He does so and now has Mullally pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Maruyama tries to take Mullally down. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Mullally, pressed up against the cage, cannot stop the takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Maruyama ends up holding a seated Mullally around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Maruyama starts trying to get Mullally on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Mullally gets turned onto his back, and is left under side control. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Maruyama looks to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 01:32) He can't mount Mullally. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Mullally isn't trying to attack or sweep at all, everything he is doing is about keeping Maruyama at bay. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Mullally looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Maruyama punches down at Mullally, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Maruyama fires away with elbows but Mullally doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Maruyama. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Mullally realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:48) Maruyama comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Mullally partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Maruyama has a hold of the other. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Maruyama uses the position to drive Mullally up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Maruyama tries to take Mullally down. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Mullally grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 5 - 04:29) Referee Harry A. Bierce spots that bit of cheating and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 5 - 04:29) Maruyama tries to take Mullally down. (Rd 5 - 04:29) He gets a takedown, using the cage to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Mullally winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Maruyama pressing onto him. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Maruyama begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 5 - 04:03) He is too good for Mullally, and gets side control. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Maruyama tries to lock Mullally in a kimura. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Mullally gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 5 - 02:50) Bussho Maruyama takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Bussho 'Nurse Shark' Maruyama defeats 'Mercenary' Mills Mullally (Submission (Kimura) in 2:10 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bussho Maruyama praises his team at Tiger Claw Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Bussho Maruyama says that being in such a fantastic fight was a huge rush and that he is glad to both get the win and entertain the fans. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Jens "Battery" Halle (19-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Telemark, Norway, Favorite: -420) vs. Valdo Calamari (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +330) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Jens 'Battery' Halle takes on Valdo Calamari. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Halle lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Halle comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:28) A punch from Halle fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:08) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Halle comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Calamari lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Halle fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Calamari with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Halle moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Halle can't connect with a jab, but then catches Calamari with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Calamari moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Halle can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Halle lands a left jab, but Calamari evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Halle connects with a nice jab and then hits Calamari with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Calamari, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Halle can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Calamari hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Halle hits a left jab and then hits Calamari with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Calamari almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him! (Rd 1 - 01:33) A big right hand from Halle drops Calamari! (Rd 1 - 01:19) Halle senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 01:19) Halle fires away and Calamari is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 1 - 01:19) The referee pulls Halle away, stopping the fight! (Rd 1 - 01:04) Jens 'Battery' Halle takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Jens 'Battery' Halle defeats Valdo Calamari (TKO (Strikes) in 3:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jens Halle praises his team at Euro Team Thunder, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Alberto Basora (23-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Barcelona, Spain, Favorite: -350) vs. Martin "The Crippler" Cupples (13-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Dartmouth, England, Underdog: +270) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Alberto Basora going head to head with Martin 'The Crippler' Cupples. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Cupples comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Basora throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Cupples connects with two right jabs, but Basora avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 04:24) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:06) A jab hits home from Cupples and then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:50) A jab hits home from Cupples and then he hits Basora with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Moving around, Basora is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Cupples throws a punch but Basora avoids it. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Seizing the opportunity, Basora clinches. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Using his wrestling skills, Basora is trying to push Cupples up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Cupples ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Showing his ability to control opponents, Basora simply smothers Cupples against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Cupples, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Basora is exerting. (Rd 1 - 01:49) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Two right hands land from Cupples, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Cupples connects with a nice jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:23) A jab is wide from Cupples, but then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Basora had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Cupples can't connect with a jab, but then hits Basora with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Cupples, 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) Basora looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Cupples simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Attacking with a quick flurry, Cupples lands four punches and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Basora chooses to shoot in on Cupples. (Rd 2 - 04:27) He has the takedown! Cupples pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Time slips away as Basora successfully keeps Cupples stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:38) The clock runs down as Cupples is being smothered against the ground by Basora. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Basora throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Basora fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Basora tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Cupples fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 02:04) The scramble sees Cupples up first, only to be grabbed in a waist lock from behind. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Controlling Cupples from behind, Basora tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Cupples does his best to fight it off, but Basora eventually succeeds with the takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Cupples can do nothing to stop Basora getting side control off the takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Basora tries to lock Cupples in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Cupples stops Basora from applying it. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) In side control, Basora catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:32) In side control, Basora catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Basora pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Basora took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:46) A jab is wide from Cupples, but then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Basora moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Stepping in, Cupples throws four quick punches, two of which land, and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:22) For the first time, Cupples is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Cupples comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Basora may have been aiming to get in close, but Cupples aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Cupples lands a jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Cupples lands a jab and then lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Cupples confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Cupples connects with a jab, but Basora evades a big left punch. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Cupples can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 02:53) Cupples can't connect with a jab, but then hits Basora with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Cupples moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 02:36) A jab is wide from Cupples, but then he lands a left hand. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Basora lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Cupples throws a one-two, but Basora was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 02:08) Cupples lands a jab and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:51) Cupples fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Basora with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Cupples connects with a nice jab and then catches Basora with a crunching left hook. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Cupples throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Basora seizes the chance and grabs Cupples into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Basora is looking to muscle Cupples back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:02) He does so and now has Cupples pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:44) Showing good control, Basora keeps Cupples stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:44) The rest of the round passes by with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Cupples, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Cupples up 29-28. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:55) A defensive jab hits from Basora. (Rd 4 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Cupples, but then he catches Basora with a crunching left hook. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Cupples can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Basora with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Cupples is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 04:19) Cupples can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Basora with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 04:03) Cupples confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 04:03) Cupples can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Cupples looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 03:47) Cupples lands a jab and then lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:31) Cupples hits a right hand, but a big left to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Cupples can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Basora with a stunning left hook! (Rd 4 - 03:13) Basora collapses, that shot knocked him out! (Rd 4 - 03:09) The winner, by knock out, is Martin 'The Crippler' Cupples! Official Result: Martin 'The Crippler' Cupples defeats Alberto Basora (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:51 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Martin Cupples gives a name-check to everyone at Bulldog Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Martin Cupples praises Basora for his skill and toughness. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Dangerous" Darin Blood (17-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Kailua, Hawaii, Favorite: -810) vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior (7-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Ciritiba, Brazil, Underdog: +640) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Dangerous' Darin Blood fights Hamilton Fonseca Junior. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, 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) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Blood misses a right hook and gets countered with a good left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:04) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:26) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Hamilton misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Blood to attack with a jab and a glancing blow from a high kick. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Hamilton misses with a big left hand, allowing Blood to counter with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Hamilton moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Blood into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Blood manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Hamilton moves in behind three quick punches, two of them finding a home, but Blood dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:19) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Hamilton uses a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Blood finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Hamilton lands with a quick punch but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Blood lands a left jab and also lands a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Hamilton stalks forward, pressuring Blood. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Blood manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Hamilton connects with a jab but Blood dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:53) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Hamilton hits a right jab but doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Blood hits a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:36) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Good effort there, that was a very exciting round to watch. More please! (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Blood, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Blood. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:51) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Blood misses with a left jab but hits a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Hamilton lands a right jab and a left cross. (Rd 2 - 04:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Blood slips past a left hook and counters with a left jab and a head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Looking a bit tense, Hamilton moves around the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Hamilton lands a right jab and a left cross. Blood lands a left jab but can't make contact on a left head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:18) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Hamilton scores with a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. Blood hits a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:54) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Hamilton lands a right jab and a left cross. Blood uses a left jab but can't get a kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:29) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Blood deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Blood has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:09) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Hamilton misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Blood to attack with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 02:01) For the first time, Blood is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 01:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Hamilton uses a right jab and also hits a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Blood uses a left jab and also lands a nice high roundhouse kick. (Rd 2 - 01:42) That last shot may have done some damage, Hamilton backs off until against the cage and tries to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 2 - 01:42) Hamilton takes a head kick, but it does not hurt him too much as he is covering up so tightly. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Blood tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but Hamilton avoids it. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Having apparently cleared his head, Hamilton is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:09) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Hamilton misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Blood attacks with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Hamilton misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Blood comes in with a left jab and a low kick that doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:21) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:21) Hamilton misses a left hook and gets countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Blood took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Blood ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:55) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Blood, but Hamilton was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Hamilton throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 3 - 04:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Blood dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 04:15) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Hamilton misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a roundhouse kick to the body that is too short. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Taking a few gulps of breath, Hamilton is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 03:46) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 3 - 03:32) A few deep breaths betray that Blood is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 03:19) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Blood has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Hamilton doesn't find the mark with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 03:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Hamilton hits a jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Blood hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:46) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Blood counters a roundhouse kick with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Hamilton comes forward, walking down Blood. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Blood hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 3 - 02:25) A jab is wide from Hamilton, but then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Hamilton easily checks a leg kick and counters with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Blood looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Blood looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Blood looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Blood can't get Hamilton down to the ground. (Rd 3 - 01:42) With control of the clinch, Blood tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:42) Blood doesn't get it, Hamilton blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Blood and Hamilton break the grapple and are apart again, circling. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Blood hits a jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Hamilton hits a jab and also scores with a right hook to the side of the body. (Rd 3 - 00:36) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Hamilton hits a jab but has a left hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Blood misses a jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Hamilton is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover! (Rd 3 - 00:29) Blood tries to step in and knee Hamilton but can't get the angle to execute it properly. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Hamilton circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Blood is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 00:18) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Hamilton misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Blood attacks with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:03) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Hamilton scores with a jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves. Blood is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Blood. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Hamilton, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Hamilton misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Blood to attack with a left kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:41) Blood is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 4 - 04:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Hamilton misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Blood attacks with a left jab and a leg kick that misses. (Rd 4 - 04:19) Blood looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Hamilton can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Hamilton appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 03:49) Hamilton comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 4 - 03:49) Blood fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 4 - 03:49) A jab hits home from Hamilton and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Blood. (Rd 4 - 03:40) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:40) Blood looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:40) The takedown doesn't work, Hamilton blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Hamilton grabs an arm and tries and pull Blood down to the ground into his guard. (Rd 4 - 03:14) It's no use though, Blood doesn't budge and instead takes control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Blood looks to take Hamilton down with a trip. (Rd 4 - 02:55) A great inside leg trip sees Hamilton get thrown to the mat and Blood is left in guard. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Blood begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 4 - 02:43) He manages to pass, but only to half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:03) Blood pounds away on Hamilton but can't land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Hamilton tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Blood doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 01:30) In half guard, Blood throws a couple of punches designed to keep Hamilton guessing. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Hamilton tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Blood. (Rd 4 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Blood attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Blood passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Hamilton starts scrambling. (Rd 4 - 00:42) The scramble results in Blood being on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Hamilton throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 00:02) Blood tries to get full guard on Hamilton but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Hamilton, 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Hamilton 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 - 04:47) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:47) Hamilton hits a right jab but misses with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:47) Blood hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:37) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Blood looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:37) A great inside leg trip sees Hamilton get thrown to the mat and Blood is left in guard. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Blood pounds away on Hamilton with elbow strikes but can't land anything significant. (Rd 5 - 04:13) Blood doesn't allow Hamilton to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Time slips away as Blood successfully keeps Hamilton stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:26) Blood lies on top of Hamilton, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:48) Blood keeps Hamilton guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:27) Blood fires off a few punches. (Rd 5 - 01:58) Hamilton tries to pull Blood in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 5 - 01:50) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 5 - 01:38) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:38) Hamilton misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Blood comes in with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Blood looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 01:33) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Blood tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Blood doesn't get the trip, Hamilton instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Breathing very hard, Hamilton is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Hamilton attempts to wrestle Blood to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Hamilton doesn't get the takedown, Blood instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Clinched with Hamilton, Blood looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Blood doesn't get the takedown, Hamilton instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 00:27) Hamilton tries to take Blood down. (Rd 5 - 00:27) The takedown doesn't work, Blood blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Blood attempts a trip to put Hamilton on the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:08) The trip doesn't work, Hamilton blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (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 Blood. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 50-45 (Benjamin Milligan III), 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'Dangerous' Darin Blood the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Dangerous' Darin Blood defeats Hamilton Fonseca Junior (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Darin Blood gives a name-check to everyone at Evolution MMA, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Citizen Kane" Will Kane (19-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Canary Wharf, England, Favorite: -400) vs. "The Fight Night Delight" Delroy Rhodes (13-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Underdog: +310) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Citizen Pain' Will Kane facing 'The Fight Night Delight' Delroy Rhodes. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Edward Wilde, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Kane dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a nice high roundhouse kick. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Rhodes steps back...and almost stumbles over! He is on wobbly legs! (Rd 1 - 04:44) Kane is looking to get Rhodes in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Rhodes can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 1 - 04:25) From the clinch, Kane drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Rhodes tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Kane scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Kane tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Rhodes isn't able to get free of the clinch either. (Rd 1 - 02:58) From the clinch, Kane drives a knee into the face of Rhodes! (Rd 1 - 02:41) Kane finally loses his grip and the clinch is broken. (Rd 1 - 02:34) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:09) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 01:42) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Rhodes lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Kane scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Rhodes misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Kane to attack with a left jab and a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:31) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Rhodes sees a head kick coming and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Kane counters a right hand 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 Kane. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Kane counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a head kick. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Rhodes misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:17) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Kane shows his good footwork, side-stepping a thrust kick. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Kane uses a body kick but it is parried away. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Rhodes misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Kane attacks with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 03:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Rhodes hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Kane hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Kane lands a left jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Rhodes finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Blood is visible on Kane, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Kane misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rhodes to attack with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Rhodes is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Kane misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Kane is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:05) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Kane misses wildly with a spinning kick and gets countered with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Kane misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Kane shows his great kick defence by easily checking a hard low kick. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Rhodes hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Kane lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Rhodes is not able to compete with Kane in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck. (Rd 2 - 01:13) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Rhodes misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Kane attacks with a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 01:09) Rhodes hits the floor, he has been knocked out! (Rd 2 - 01:09) 'Citizen Pain' Will Kane takes the win by knock out! Official Result: 'Citizen Pain' Will Kane defeats 'The Fight Night Delight' Delroy Rhodes (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:51 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Will Kane praises his team at Bulldog Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Josh "TNT" Aldarisio (18-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Sterling Heights, Michigan, Favorite: -1180) vs. Brad "Dead Eye" Wyman (12-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Saint Felicien, Quebec, Underdog: +940) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio takes on Brad 'Dead Eye' Wyman. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 170lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Aldarisio is much bigger. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Aldarisio shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Aldarisio gets the takedown! Wyman pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:42) In guard, Aldarisio begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 04:42) He passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Aldarisio looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:01) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Aldarisio begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Aldarisio takes the back instead, Wyman rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Aldarisio attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 02:13) The rear naked choke is in deep, Wyman has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 01:34) By submission, the winner is Josh Aldarisio! Official Result: Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio defeats Brad 'Dead Eye' Wyman (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:26 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Josh Aldarisio thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He gave a good performance, engaging with the crowd and making himself look great. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Devil In Blue" Ichisake Miyagi (28-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -710) vs. Jayden Karp (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Blackpool, England, Underdog: +560) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Devil In Blue' Ichisake Miyagi goes head to head with Jayden Karp in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:46) There's a takedown attempt from Miyagi. (Rd 1 - 04:46) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Karp is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Miyagi tries to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Miyagi passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Karp starts scrambling. (Rd 1 - 04:27) The scramble sees Karp up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Miyagi hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Miyagi catches Karp with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Miyagi hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Karp is trapped against the cage and Miyagi punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Miyagi catches Karp with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Miyagi hits Karp, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Miyagi tries to use dirty boxing against Karp, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Karp is trapped against the cage and Miyagi hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Miyagi smothers Karp against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Miyagi tries to hit him with a knee, but Karp works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Karp connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:17) A tentative jab from Miyagi lands. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Karp lands a jab and then hits Miyagi with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Karp fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Karp can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Miyagi with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Without taking too much damage, Miyagi is able to clinch with Karp. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Using his wrestling skills, Miyagi is trying to push Karp up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Miyagi doesn't manage it though, Karp defended it well. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Miyagi hits Karp with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Karp tries to wriggle free, but Miyagi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (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 Miyagi. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Miyagi, 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 - 04:46) Miyagi aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 2 - 04:46) A punch from Karp fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Miyagi gets hold of Karp, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Miyagi hits Karp with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Karp gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Karp gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Miyagi uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Karp as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Karp. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Karp. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Karp gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 02:36) Miyagi hits Karp with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Miyagi is looking to muscle Karp back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:20) He does so and now has Karp pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Miyagi pins Karp up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Miyagi uses dirty boxing to punish Karp while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:40) Miyagi uses dirty boxing to punish Karp while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Miyagi tries to throw an elbow, but Karp seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Moving in, Miyagi appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Karp connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Miyagi sets it up well and shoots in at speed. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Karp partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Miyagi has a hold of the other. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Unable to complete the takedown, Miyagi instead pushes Karp up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Miyagi uses dirty boxing to punish Karp while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Miyagi looks for an elbow strike, but Karp works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Good round, that's the sort of action we like to see. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Miyagi took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Miyagi up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Karp throws a punch but Miyagi avoids it. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Karp confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:38) A tentative jab from Miyagi lands. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Karp hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Karp connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Without taking too much damage, Miyagi is able to clinch with Karp. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Karp gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Karp tries to wriggle free, but Miyagi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Miyagi is trying to muscle Karp up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Miyagi manages it and controls Karp up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:14) Miyagi uses dirty boxing to punish Karp while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Miyagi uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Miyagi hits Karp, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Karp gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Miyagi tries to elbow Karp, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:06) Miyagi is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 02:06) Karp is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Karp fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Miyagi with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Miyagi comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Miyagi gets hold of a leg but Karp remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 3 - 01:44) With Karp not going down, Miyagi settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Miyagi hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Miyagi hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Karp takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 3 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Karp gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 00:44) Miyagi catches Karp with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Karp gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Karp is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Miyagi pins Karp up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:04) Miyagi looks for an elbow strike, but Karp works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Miyagi took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Karp needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The red marks on the body of Karp show clearly how many blows to the ribs he has taken tonight. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:47) Karp confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:47) A punch from Karp fails to land. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Karp comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Karp throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Miyagi, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Karp throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Miyagi is able to grab Karp. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Miyagi hits Karp with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Karp. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Karp gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Miyagi is trying to muscle Karp up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Miyagi achieves it, pinning Karp to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:11) Miyagi scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:59) Miyagi hits Karp, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 02:42) Miyagi uses dirty boxing to punish Karp while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:22) Miyagi uses dirty boxing to punish Karp while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Karp is trapped against the cage and Miyagi hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 01:51) Miyagi scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Miyagi pins Karp up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Miyagi appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 01:23) A few deep breaths betray that Karp is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 01:10) Karp throws a one-two, but Miyagi was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Karp looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Karp throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 00:36) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 4 - 00:36) Miyagi looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Karp gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 00:13) Karp gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Breathing very hard, Karp is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Miyagi, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Karp realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Karp has a large swelling on his side, it is rapidly turning an ugly shade of purple as the night wears on. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:55) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Miyagi seems to get the advantage. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Karp. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Miyagi uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Karp as they grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Karp. (Rd 5 - 03:58) Karp gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Breathing very hard, Miyagi is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Karp. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Karp. (Rd 5 - 03:07) Miyagi hits Karp with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 02:55) Karp tries to wriggle free, but Miyagi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Miyagi wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Karp lands a jab and then catches Miyagi with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Miyagi chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Karp down. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Karp gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 02:08) That's his second successful takedown from four attempts. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Karp is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Miyagi off of him. (Rd 5 - 01:32) Time slips away as Miyagi successfully keeps Karp stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:08) Miyagi throws some minor strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Miyagi throws some minor strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Miyagi doesn't allow Karp to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 5 - 00:17) The clock runs down as Karp is being smothered against the ground by Miyagi. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Miyagi, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Devil In Blue' Ichisake Miyagi! Official Result: 'The Devil In Blue' Ichisake Miyagi defeats Jayden Karp (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ichisake Miyagi thanks everyone connected to Dragon's Lair Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He takes the microphone and calls out Noach Van Der Capellen again, repeating that "he won't fight me because he knows I'll win". MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Black Superman" Nathan Chambers (19-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Tacoma, Washington, Favorite: -680) vs. Konosuke Shirahata (11-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +540) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Black Superman' Nathan Chambers battles Konosuke Shirahata in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Chambers clearly has a significant weight advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Chambers counters a right hand with a jab and a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 04:39) Shirahata is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 04:39) Chambers senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 04:39) Chambers unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 1 - 04:27) In side control, Chambers begins working to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 04:27) He tries to get the mount but Shirahata was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 04:16) The scramble sees Chambers up first, and he is quick to wrestle Shirahata up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Chambers hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Chambers tries to throw a knee to the thigh but Shirahata uses wrestling to prevent it. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Shirahata scores with a few punches to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Shirahata uses his wrestling skills to prevent Chambers from getting the space to throw any knees. (Rd 1 - 02:56) A few short punches to the ribs land, as Shirahata fights back. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Shirahata is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Chambers pins Shirahata up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Chambers goes to use some dirty boxing, but Shirahata is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Although pressed against the cage, Shirahata still hits a few small punches to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:45) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Chambers steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Shirahata hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Chambers throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Chambers wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Shirahata connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Shirahata scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. Chambers hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Chambers misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:36) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Chambers counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (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 Chambers, but only a 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:55) Shirahata moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:55) It looked like we were about to see Chambers try and get some grappling started, but Shirahata was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:55) A punch from Shirahata fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Chambers uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 2 - 04:37) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Looking to catch his breath, Chambers is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Shirahata uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. (Rd 2 - 04:10) He may regret that choice, as it gives Chambers the perfect opportunity to get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Chambers fires away with punches, and Shirahata is stung by several big shots. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Chambers fires away with punches, and Shirahata is stung by several big shots. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Chambers pounds away, but Shirahata calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Shirahata tries to pull guard on Chambers but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Chambers pounds away, but Shirahata calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Shirahata tries to move to guard, but Chambers doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Chambers fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Chambers blocks Shirahata as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Chambers attempts the mount. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Chambers almost gets mount, but Shirahata was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Chambers ends up on the bottom with Shirahata in side control. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Shirahata throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Chambers tries to pull guard on Shirahata but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Shirahata pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 00:39) Chambers tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Shirahata fires off some rights, but Chambers isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Shirahata blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Chambers took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Chambers up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:54) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 04:21) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 03:54) A punch from Shirahata fails to land. (Rd 3 - 03:40) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:40) Shirahata misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a wicked right uppercut! (Rd 3 - 03:33) He's down! Shirahata falls to the floor! (Rd 3 - 03:33) Chambers senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 3 - 03:33) Chambers pounds away with right hands and Shirahata is having trouble doing anything about it! (Rd 3 - 03:33) Referee Harry A. Bierce pulls Chambers away, stopping the fight! (Rd 3 - 03:15) 'Black Superman' Nathan Chambers takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'Black Superman' Nathan Chambers defeats Konosuke Shirahata (TKO (Strikes) in 1:45 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Nathan Chambers thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Nathan Chambers invites everyone to a "post-show winner's party" at a local club to celebrate his win. Nathan Chambers is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself. Attendance: 414 Gate Reciepts: $32,789 Sponsorship: $25,653 Ad Revenue: $1,030,567 Merchandise: $4,432 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $200,123) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Nathan Chambers $47,396 Konosuke Shirahata $3,074 Ichisake Miyagi $42,168 Jayden Karp $2,017 Josh Aldarisio $11,796 Brad Wyman $1,765 SotN: Aldarisio: $5,000 Will Kane $21,380 Delroy Rhodes $2,214 KotN: Kane: $5,000 Darin Blood $16,380 Hamilton Fonseca Junior $1,638 Martin Cupples $4,287 Alberto Basora $4,428 Jens Halle $4,182 Valdo Calamari $1,890 Bussho Maruyama $17,678 Mills Mullally $17,830 FotN: Both: $10,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $23,283 Profit: $861,027 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 70% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +4.5% 84.5% (High Level Regional) USA +4.0% 94.0% (High Level Regional) UK +3.6% 83.8% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.2% 81.8% (High Level Regional) Australia +2.2% 78.3% (High Level Regional) Japan +4.4% 84.4% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.2% 81.4% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.3% 72.3% (High Level Regional) Mexico +2.2% 78.0% (High Level Regional) South America +3.6% 84.2% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 74.6% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.3% 63.2% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 81, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 82, and Marvin Stevens tested positive for recreational drugs. He will face a one year suspension from the athletic comission. He is blaming a lab error for the negative test and swears he fought 110% clean. He has already been fired by CTC following his loss at the event. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Konosuke Shirahata, Jayden Karp, Delroy Rhodes, Hamilton Fonseca Junior, Alberto Basora, Valdo Calamari, and Mills Mullally. - The serives of Brad Wyman have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules. - CTC Womens Flyweight fighter Rennaya Rives was seen training at Combat Team Curitiba as she prepares for her CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight against Joan Whitehouse. She is not expected to remain there long-term, but is trying to improve her wrestling skills with the team. - CTC Super Heavyweight fighter Hanley Polter confirmed he is training at War Dogs as he prepares for his CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Abe Locke. He is only with the team on a temporary basis, and is looking to be there for their wrestling coaching. - GAMMA have closed their Super Heavyweight division due to a lack of available fighters. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows British Large Local Show (Wednesday, Week 4, January 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Stafford Alois vs. Terry Bull KO of the Night: Rupert Lennox (vs. Nod Palli) Submission of the Night: Angus Silversmith (vs. Dustan Brown) Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 2, 2023 Author Share Posted October 2, 2023 Friday, Week 4, January 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Spanish Silk" Julio Regueiro (26-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roger "The Prince" Quince (3-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #194, Underground: +950) Julio Regueiro is one of the smoothest, most fluid fighters in the business, a fact that has earned him the nickname "Spanish Silk". The Welterweight from Madrid is one of the top Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitors in Mixed Martial Arts and supplements his ground skills with some dynamic kick boxing attacks too, making him one of the most well-rounded fighters in the sport. A two-time GAMMA Welterweight champion, his fighting skills and great personal charm have made him a big draw for the company. He is coming off a nine-round Unanimous Decision victory over Mily Golovanov in the second round of the tournament. Roger Quince is a highly skilled Judoka, who possesses excellent trips and throws that make him a very hard opponent to grapple with. On top of that, he has good submission skills, especially his wide range of armbars. He won by second round submission over Viacheslav Chaliapin in the first round of the tournamnet, before winning by fifth round submission over Robert Darrell in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of David Allen vs. Mauricio de Terreros in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Bobby "All-Star" Brubaker (16-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -280) vs. Evgeni Medtner (26-7, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Underdog: +220) Bobby Brubaker is a Canadian Taekwondo expert, a dangerous Welterweight competitor who, based upon the amount of knock outs he has achieved, appears to have dynamite in his left hand. After blasting through the GAMMA Welterweight division he caused a huge upset when he beat Julio Regueiro to take the title at GAMMA Battle Lines 3. Although he lost the title in his very next fight, he is now firmly established as one of the big names in the division. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Guy Moss in the second round of the tournament. Evgeni Medtner has been one of Europe's top fighters for many years, a true all-rounder who was amongst the first in the sport to really develope skills in striking, grappling, and on the ground. A very tough opponent for anyone, he has the skills to beat anyone on his day. He was the first ever SIGMA Welterweight champion. He won by third round submission over Roland Furtwangler in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round TKO over Christakis Boutzikos in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kenneth Toadspew vs. Diego Arteta in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Mad Dog" Gabriel Gallego (21-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Underdog: +100) vs. Iain "The Elite" Fussell (11-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -110) Gabriel Gallego is appropriately named "Mad Dog", and is one of the most savagely violent fighters in Mixed Martial Arts. Famous for his vicious elbow and knee strikes, the Argentinian is noted for his running feud with pretty much any fighter from Brazil, a campaign of violence that has led to him being called "Brazil's Most Wanted". GAMMA poached him from FLB in March 1999 and three fights later he was their Welterweight champion after stopping Bobby Brubaker in his trademark violent style. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Christopher Earle in the second round of the tournament. Iain Fussell is a versatile fighter, who is able to strike and wrestle but is at his best on the ground where he can cause real problems. The man known as "The Elite" joined BCF in 1998 as part of their Welterweight division and has since established himself as a solid hand who is a real threat to all but the elite. He won by second round TKO over Akahito Matsumoto in the first round of the tournament, before winning by third round TKO over Ats Kruglov in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Simon Vine vs. Tyler Lass in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Fukusaburo Hirano (16-2-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -620) vs. Cooper "The Phoenix" Richardson (15-7, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Underdog: +490) Fukusaburo Hirano is one of the most versatile fighters in the world, a Japanese Welterweight star who is a supremely dangerous striker who can more than handle himself on the ground too. Perhaps his only weakness is his mediocre grappling, which can be exposed, especially as like most Eastern fighters he does not cut weight and so is often considerably smaller when competeing against Western talent. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Agustin Gonzalez in the second round of the tournament. Cooper Richardson started competeing in MMA back in 1994 and was initially extremely active on the local circuit, fighting whenever he could. A one dimensional wrestler, he was nothing special and never really got on anyone's radar. Joining Halvorsen's in 1997 proved to be the best thing that could happen to him, he improved by leaps and bounds, and by the time GAMMA signed him in late 2000 he was a much more versatile fighter. He now calls himself "The Phoenix" in reference to his career turnaround. He won by second round submission over Ronan Mary in the first round of the tournament, before winning by third round submission over Kush Singh in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Templeton Crumb vs. Kichisaburo Morri in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Simon "Hell Boy" Vine (25-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Underdog: +120) vs. "Thunder And Lightning" Tyler Lass (10-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Favorite: -160) Simon Vine is one of the most bruising Welterweights around, a strong wrestler who loves to control opponents, wear them down with strikes from the clinch, put them on the mat, and then bludgeon them with ground and pound attacks. His memorable looks will of course do little to hurt his career either. A long-time ALPHA-1 fighter, he has fought for the Welterweight title once in his career. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Gideon Navarro in the second round of the tournament. Tyler Lass is a bright prospect from San Diego. An all-rounder, he is improving rapidly as he gains experience, and has already cemented a reputation for his exceptional takedown defence. He joined GAMMA in 1997 and was undefeated all the way to 2000 when he got knocked out by the future Welterweight champion Bobby Brubaker. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Eli Harris in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Gabriel Gallego vs. Iain Fussell in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Magnum" David Allen (18-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Favorite: -870) vs. Mauricio de Terreros (8-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Underdog: +690) David Allen is a jack-of-all-trades, and one of the hardest working men in MMA. Dedicated to the sport, he has worked hard on all aspects of his game and as a result has no glaring weaknesses and can comfortably compete with just about anyone. The one and only criticism he can draw is that he lacks the power to finish opponents off. He won by first round submission over Bernhard Moltmann in the second round of the tournament. Mauricio de Terreros is a former boxer, who looks set to be a very dangerous competitor thanks to his powerful punches, which give him the ability to change the course of a fight in an instant. The rest of his MMA game is a work in progress, but that crazy power should keep him safe while he improves on the rest. He won by first round knock out over Wawrzyniec Dygasinski in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round knock out over Lloyd McAllister in the second round of the tournament. The winnner of this fight will face the winner of Julio Regueiro vs. Roger Quince in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Spew Monkey" Kenneth Toadspew (15-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -240) vs. Diego "Apocalypse" Arteta (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Underdog: +190) Kenneth Toadspew is a tough Welterweight fighter, a specialist in controlling opponents and shutting their attacks down. He is sometimes called "Spew The Glue" because once he has a hold of someone he is almost impossible to get free from. His greatest achievement in MMA thusfar has been winning the SIGMA Welterweight title by defeating Evgeni Medtner in April 1999. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ryan Beeker in the second round of the tournament. Diego Arteta is a potential future star, and is already a highly respected kick boxer in his homeland of Mexico. Renowned for his exceptional boxing skills and stunning punching power, his elite level striking skills are something that has been rarely seen in MMA so far, he has the potential to be one of the best Welterweights of all time. After racking up seven quick wins on the local circuit, GAMMA signed him in 2001. True to form, he marked his debut with a violent KO win. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Bokkai Iida in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bobby Brubaker vs. Evgeni Medtner in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Templeton "The Body" Crumb (23-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -790) vs. Kichisaburo Morri (15-7, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Underdog: +630) Templeton Crumb was quite successful as an amateur boxer, and it's those skills that he brings to the table as his major weapons in MMA. Although he does not possess true knock out power, he has the fundamental boxing skills that most mixed martial artists lack, and so is able to gradually pick people apart over time. He has been one of SIGMA's most consistent stars since he debuted for them in 1996. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Craig Hulme in the second round of the tournament. Kichisaburo Morri is a grappler, whose strength is getting hold of opponents and smothering them, draining both their will to win and the audiences will to keep watching. He has little else in his MMA arsenal. A strong start to his career took him all the way to an ALPHA-1 Welterweight title shot in early 1996, but since then he has been exposed as being a very ordinary fighter indeed and it would be a minor miracle if he ever found his way into another title bout. He won by Unanimous Decision over Washington Nogueira Santos in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Marko Prochazka in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fukusaburo Hirano vs. Cooper Richardson in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Julio Regueiro (170 lbs) vs. Roger Quince (170 lbs) Bobby Brubaker (170 lbs) vs. Evgeni Medtner (170 lbs) Gabriel Gallego (170 lbs) vs. Iain Fussell (170 lbs) Fukusaburo Hirano (170 lbs) vs. Cooper Richardson (170 lbs) Simon Vine (170 lbs) vs. Tyler Lass (170 lbs) David Allen (170 lbs) vs. Mauricio de Terreros (170 lbs) Kenneth Toadspew (170 lbs) vs. Diego Arteta (170 lbs) Templeton Crumb (170 lbs) vs. Kichisaburo Morri (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 85 Full Fight Card WW: Julio Regueiro vs. Roger Quince WW: Bobby Brubaker vs. Evgeni Medtner WW: Gabriel Gallego vs. Iain Fussell WW: Fukusaburo Hirano vs. Cooper Richardson WW: Simon Vine vs. Tyler Lass WW: David Allen vs. Mauricio de Terreros WW: Kenneth Toadspew vs. Diego Arteta WW: Templeton Crumb vs. Kichisaburo Morri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 3, 2023 Author Share Posted October 3, 2023 Friday, Week 4, January 2003 Live From Winnipeg, Manitoba 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 WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Templeton "The Body" Crumb (23-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Durban, South Africa, Favorite: -790) vs. Kichisaburo Morri (15-7, 2-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +630) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Templeton 'The Body' Crumb squaring off with Kichisaburo Morri. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Circling, Morri clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Crumb comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing all of them, and then scores with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Crumb lands a flurry of five quick punches but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Morri looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Crumb simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Crumb comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing all of them, and then catches Morri with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Crumb lands three of three quick punches and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Morri looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Crumb can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Morri with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Morri warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Crumb comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing all of them, but can't connect with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Crumb fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Morri with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:13) A punch from Crumb fails to land. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Crumb can't connect with a jab, but then hits Morri with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Crumb fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Circling, Morri clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Crumb lands a flurry of three quick punches and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Crumb can't connect with a jab, but then hits Morri with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Crumb lands a right hand and then catches Morri with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Crumb can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Crumb comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing three of them, but Morri evades a big left to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Crumb, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Crumb 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 Morri from this point onward. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:49) Stepping in, Crumb lands five quick punches and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Crumb comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Morri may have been aiming to get in close, but Crumb aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Attacking with intent, Crumb scores with a flurry of four punches but Morri avoids a big left. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Taking a few gulps of breath, Crumb is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Crumb steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Morri may have been aiming to get in close, but Crumb aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Stepping in, Crumb throws four quick punches, four of which land, and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Crumb lands a flurry of four quick punches and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Crumb comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Crumb can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Crumb moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Morri may have been aiming to get in close, but Crumb aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Crumb throws a punch but Morri was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 02:52) A few deep breaths betray that Crumb is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Crumb moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Showing good hand speed, Crumb lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) It looked like we were about to see Morri try and get some grappling started, but Crumb was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Crumb can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Crumb looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Crumb lands a right hand and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:04) That last shot may have done some damage, Morri is backing off and looks totally dazed! (Rd 2 - 02:04) A big left hand from Crumb drops Morri! (Rd 2 - 01:49) Crumb knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Morri, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 01:49) Crumb fires away with punches and Morri is taking powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 2 - 01:49) Referee Harry A. Bierce has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 01:31) Templeton 'The Body' Crumb takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Templeton 'The Body' Crumb defeats Kichisaburo Morri (TKO (Strikes) in 3:29 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Templeton Crumb thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Spew Monkey" Kenneth Toadspew (15-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Sydney, Australia, Favorite: -240) vs. Diego "Apocalypse" Arteta (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Saltillo, Mexico, Underdog: +190) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Spew Monkey' Kenneth Toadspew goes head to head with Diego 'Apocalypse' Arteta. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) A defensive jab hits from Toadspew. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Arteta lands a flurry of five quick punches and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Arteta can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:13) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Arteta. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Seizing the opportunity, Toadspew clinches. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Toadspew looks to take Arteta down by setting up a judo throw. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Arteta blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Toadspew is trying to push Arteta so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Toadspew manages it and controls Arteta up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Toadspew shows his grappling ability by trapping Arteta up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:32) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Toadspew exerts total control, keeping Arteta smothered against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:21) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Toadspew looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Arteta simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:07) A jab hits home from Arteta and then he hits Toadspew with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Arteta moves confidently around the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Arteta can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Toadspew with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Arteta can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Arteta lands a left hand and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Arteta connects with a jab, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Arteta, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:55) Arteta lands a left hand and then catches Toadspew with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Arteta lands a left jab, but Toadspew evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Toadspew appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Arteta took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Arteta can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Arteta lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Toadspew had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Arteta uses a left jab, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Arteta can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Arteta comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Toadspew appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Arteta took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Arteta moves in behind five quick punches, all of them landing, and then hits a violent right hook to the ribs! (Rd 2 - 03:11) That blow causes Toadspew to fall to the ground in agony! He clearly can't continue, it's all over! (Rd 2 - 02:48) By TKO, the winner is Diego Arteta! Official Result: Diego 'Apocalypse' Arteta defeats 'The Spew Monkey' Kenneth Toadspew (TKO in 2:12 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Deigo Arteta thanks everyone connected to Camp Ortega for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He praises Toadspew for a tough fight. Diego Arteta gave a good account of himself here. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Magnum" David Allen (18-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Gilbert, Arizona, Favorite: -870) vs. Mauricio de Terreros (8-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Monterrey, Mexico, Underdog: +690) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Magnum' David Allen taking on Mauricio de Terreros. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Stanley Wright. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) de Terreros comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Allen hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 04:55) de Terreros throws a one-two, but Allen was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Allen lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:36) de Terreros throws a punch but Allen was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Allen, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 04:08) de Terreros throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:56) A jab hits home from de Terreros and then he catches Allen with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:34) de Terreros confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:34) de Terreros lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:18) de Terreros steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Allen hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:18) de Terreros throws a one-two, but Allen was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:01) de Terreros steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Allen misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:01) de Terreros throws a two-punch combo but Allen avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Allen chooses to shoot in on de Terreros. (Rd 1 - 02:41) The takedown is successful, de Terreros pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Allen tries to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:28) He passes guard, but de Terreros was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 02:16) The scramble leaves Allen on top in side control. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Allen tries to ensnare de Terreros in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 02:01) de Terreros gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 01:29) By submission, the winner is David Allen! Official Result: 'Magnum' David Allen defeats Mauricio de Terreros (Submission (Kimura) in 3:31 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: David Allen gives a name-check to everyone at American Cage Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Simon "Hell Boy" Vine (25-9, 1-0 CTC, From: Temagami, Ontario, Underdog: +120) vs. "Thunder And Lightning" Tyler Lass (10-2, 1-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Favorite: -160) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Simon 'Hell Boy' Vine battles 'Thunder And Lightning' Tyler Lass. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:53) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Lass comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Vine throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:30) A jab lands from Lass but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 1 - 04:13) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Lass attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Vine lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Lass throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Vine avoids them all. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Vine talks a little trash. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Lass comes forward, walking down Vine. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Vine fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Lass throws a two-punch combo but Vine avoids both. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Lass comes forward, walking down Vine. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Vine hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Lass hits a left jab and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Lass counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Lass comes forward. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Vine fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Lass can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Vine with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:05) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Vine counters a right hand with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Lass slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 01:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Vine misses a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Lass hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:09) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Vine misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lass to attack with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Vine hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Lass hits a left jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Lass scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Vine lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Lass came out just ahead on my score card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Lass initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Vine throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Lass lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:30) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Lass connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Vine lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:12) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:45) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Lass misses a body kick attempt and allows Vine to move in with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Lass is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Lass comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Vine throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Lass lands a jab and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Vine talks a little trash. (Rd 2 - 03:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 02:35) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Lass dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:20) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:45) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Vine is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross. Lass misses a jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:30) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 01:08) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Lass hits a left cross. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Vine scores with a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 2 - 01:03) Lass hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 2 - 01:03) Vine quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Lass! (Rd 2 - 01:03) Vine fires away with punches and Lass is taking powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 2 - 01:03) Referee Stanley Wright jumps in and saves Lass from taking any more shots! (Rd 2 - 00:47) Simon Vine takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Simon 'Hell Boy' Vine defeats 'Thunder And Lightning' Tyler Lass (TKO (Strikes) in 4:13 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Simon Vine gives a name-check to everyone at Slaughterhouse, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He says he has a lot of respect for Tyler Lass and praises his toughness. The camera loves Simon Vine, so even when he has nothing notable to say he still benefits from these post-fight interviews. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Fukusaburo Hirano (16-2-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -620) vs. Cooper "The Phoenix" Richardson (15-7, 2-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Underdog: +490) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Fukusaburu Hirano battles Cooper 'The Phoenix' Richardson. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Richardson looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Richardson looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Hirano lands a left jab, but a spin kick is telegraphed and easily caught by Richardson! (Rd 1 - 04:42) Seizing his chance, Richardson attempts a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:42) The takedown is successful, it leaves Hirano pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Time slips away as Richardson successfully keeps Hirano stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Hirano is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Richardson off of him. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Hirano is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Richardson off of him. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Richardson throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Richardson fires off a few punches. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Richardson throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Hirano tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:11) An armbar is applied, and as soon as the arm is pulled straight Richardson has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 01:53) The winner, by submission; Fukusaburu Hirano! Official Result: Fukusaburu Hirano defeats Cooper 'The Phoenix' Richardson (Submission (Armbar) in 3:07 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Fukusaburo Hirano gives a name-check to everyone at Top Team Japan, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Fukusaburo Hirano is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Mad Dog" Gabriel Gallego (21-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Buenos Aires, Argentina, Underdog: +100) vs. Iain "The Elite" Fussell (11-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Newcastle, England, Favorite: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Mad Dog' Gabriel Gallego takes on Iain 'The Elite' Fussell. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Fussell looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We don't get a touch of gloves to start. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Fussell hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Gallego uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Fussell hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Gallego hits a left jab and also lands a nice high roundhouse kick. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Fussell backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him! (Rd 1 - 04:20) Gallego is trying to lock Fussell into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:20) He gets it and now has Fussell in trouble. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Using the clinch, Gallego blasts Fussell with a powerful knee to the cheek! (Rd 1 - 04:00) Fussell appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Gallego finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Fussell to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Gallego comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Fussell hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Gallego can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:07) That last blow may have really hurt Fussell, he staggers backward and tries to cover up as best he can! (Rd 1 - 03:07) Gallego is looking to get Fussell in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Gallego achieves it, Fussell is too dazed and could not fight free. (Rd 1 - 02:55) From the clinch, Gallego drives a knee into the face of Fussell! (Rd 1 - 02:42) Fussell uses his grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Gallego gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Fussell uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Fussell is looking to muscle Gallego back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Fussell achieves it, pinning Gallego to the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Showing his ability to exert control, Fussell smothers Gallego up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:42) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Fussell smothers Gallego against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Showing his ability to exert control, Fussell smothers Gallego up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Fussell and Gallego remain up against the cage for the remainder of the round, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Gallego 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 Fussell. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Gallego, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 04:41) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Gallego counters a right hand with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:17) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Fussell misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 03:59) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:29) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Fussell misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Gallego comes in with a jab and a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:08) A jab lands from Gallego, but Fussell avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 2 - 02:47) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:15) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Gallego opens Fussell up with a feint. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Gallego dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Fussell misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a superb head kick! (Rd 2 - 01:46) Fussell wobbles, then falls! (Rd 2 - 01:46) Moving quickly, Gallego comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 2 - 01:46) Somehow Fussell hangs on, surviving a flurry of stomps and kicks to the body! (Rd 2 - 01:26) Gallego moves back and allows Fussell to stand back up. (Rd 2 - 01:05) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Fussell connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Gallego hits a jab and also nails a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 00:58) He's down! Fussell falls to the floor! (Rd 2 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Gallego moves in quickly to try and finish Fussell with stomps and kicks! (Rd 2 - 00:58) Gallego hits several big stomps and kicks, but Fussell somehow hangs on! (Rd 2 - 00:37) Apparently unwilling to engage, Gallego lets his opponent stand back up. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Fussell may have been setting up to shoot, but Gallego aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Gallego uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Gallego on my card, Fussell was well behind. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Gallego is ahead 20-17 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:52) Fussell looked like he was going to shoot, but Gallego simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Gallego lands a jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Fussell. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Fussell wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Gallego throws a punch but Fussell was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Fussell comes in and grabs Gallego in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Gallego gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Fussell uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Fussell looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:14) The takedown is successful, Gallego pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Fussell begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Fussell gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Fussell throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Fussell starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 3 - 02:45) He can't get the mount as Gallego rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Gallego is in increasing trouble, as Fussell gets both hooks in. (Rd 3 - 01:55) Fussell fires away with punches and Gallego takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 3 - 01:43) Fussell, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Gallego stops Fussell from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Fussell, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Gallego doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Gallego tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Fussell fires away with punches, and Gallego is stung by several big shots. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Fussell unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Gallego. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Fussell. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Gallego up 29-27. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:49) Gallego hits a left hand, but Fussell dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 4 - 04:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Gallego counters a right hand with a wicked right head kick! (Rd 4 - 04:19) Fussell goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 4 - 04:19) By knock out, the winner is Gabriel Gallego! Official Result: 'Mad Dog' Gabriel Gallego defeats Iain 'The Elite' Fussell (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:41 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Gabriel Gallego praises his team at Brazilian Estrela Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Bobby Brubaker would be a particularly good contest. There's no doubt that Gabriel Gallego benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Bobby "All-Star" Brubaker (16-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Favorite: -280) vs. Evgeni Medtner (26-7, 2-0 CTC, From: Novosibirsk, Russia, Underdog: +220) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Bobby 'All-Star' Brubaker takes on Evgeni Medtner in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Stanley Wright. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Brubaker lands two right hands, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Brubaker throws a one-two, but Medtner was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Seizing the opportunity, Medtner clinches. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Medtner tries to wrestle Brubaker backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Medtner achieves it, pinning Brubaker to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Looking for a takedown, Medtner drops down and gets hold of a leg. Brubaker remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Brubaker keeps calm and manages to pull Medtner back into a clinch, preventing the takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Medtner drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 1 - 03:44) It's unsuccessful, Brubaker maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Medtner looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Brubaker blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Brubaker can't seem to work his way free though. (Rd 1 - 03:12) With the cage trapping Brubaker, Medtner looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Medtner doesn't get the takedown, Brubaker instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Brubaker moves back away from the grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Brubaker can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Medtner with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Brubaker moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then scores with a left head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Medtner had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Brubaker hits a right hand, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Brubaker steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Medtner misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Brubaker feints to one side, causing Medtner to react and leave himself off balance. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Brubaker can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Brubaker lands a jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Brubaker looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Brubaker lands a right hand and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:24) From the looks of it, that shot may have smashed the nose of Medtner. (Rd 1 - 01:24) A broken nose will certainly have a big impact upon his breathing. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Brubaker looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:05) A jab is wide from Brubaker, but then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:44) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Brubaker connects with a nice jab and then catches Medtner with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Brubaker connects with a nice jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Brubaker, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Showing good hand speed, Brubaker lands a flurry of four punches and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Brubaker lands a jab and then hits Medtner with a powerful leg kick. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Medtner lands a quick punch but Brubaker bobs out of the way of a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Brubaker lands a right jab but misses with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Brubaker lands a right hand and then catches Medtner with a crunching left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Brubaker counters a right hand with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:52) A flurry of three punches from Brubaker see them all connect and then scores with a left head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Brubaker can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 02:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Medtner lands three of four quick punches but doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Brubaker scores with a jab and also scores with a great left hook. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Brubaker lands a right hand and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Brubaker is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Brubaker hits a jab but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Medtner lands two of a flurry of quick punches and then hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Brubaker connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Brubaker connects with a nice jab and then hits Medtner with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round belonged to Brubaker to the tune of 10-8. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Brubaker up 20-17 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Brubaker steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 04:49) It looked like we were about to see Medtner try and get some grappling started, but Brubaker was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Brubaker connects with a jab, but Medtner evades a big left punch. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Medtner keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Brubaker doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high left head kick. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Seizing the opportunity, Medtner clinches. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Medtner tries for a knee but Brubaker defends himself well. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Medtner is trying to push Brubaker so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Medtner can't manage it, Brubaker fought it. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Medtner is looking to muscle Brubaker back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:44) He does so and now has Brubaker pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Dropping down, Medtner secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Brubaker is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Sweeping the standing leg, Medtner puts Brubaker down hard! (Rd 3 - 03:25) Brubaker gives up his back. (Rd 3 - 03:06) Brubaker prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Medtner from getting hooks in. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Brubaker tries a roll, but doesn't budge Medtner. (Rd 3 - 02:38) Medtner tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Brubaker blocks it. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Brubaker tries to move Medtner off his back but can't. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Medtner tries to put Brubaker in a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Brubaker doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 3 - 01:20) Medtner blocks Brubaker as he tries to roll over. (Rd 3 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:56) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Stanley Wright standing them both back up. (Rd 3 - 00:56) For the first time, Medtner is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Brubaker moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Medtner may have been aiming to get in close, but Brubaker aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Brubaker throws a one-two, but Medtner was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 00:30) Medtner moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 3 - 00:30) A jab lands from Brubaker, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 00:10) Brubaker lands a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Medtner, 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Brubaker is ahead 29-27 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:48) Brubaker connects with a nice jab and then lands a sick left head kick! (Rd 4 - 04:48) Medtner goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 4 - 04:35) Bobby 'All-Star' Brubaker takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Bobby 'All-Star' Brubaker defeats Evgeni Medtner (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:25 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bobby Brubaker praises his team at Strike Force, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Showing respect, Bobby Brubaker praises Medtner for his skill and toughness. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here. MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Spanish Silk" Julio Regueiro (26-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Madrid, Spain, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roger "The Prince" Quince (3-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Devon, England, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Spanish Silk' Julio Regueiro fights Roger 'The Prince' Quince in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Two left hands land from Regueiro, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Regueiro can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Quince with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Regueiro hits a left hand, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Regueiro comes in fast and lands three quick punches and then hits Quince with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Regueiro chooses to shoot in on Quince. (Rd 1 - 03:23) The takedown is completed, Regueiro gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Regueiro starts threading his arm around, perhaps trying to set up a D'Arce choke from side control. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Regueiro sinks the hold in deeply and Quince has to tap! (Rd 1 - 02:54) 'Spanish Silk' Julio Regueiro takes the win by submission! Official Result: 'Spanish Silk' Julio Regueiro defeats Roger 'The Prince' Quince (Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 2:06 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Julio Regueiro praises his team at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Looking at a replay of the finish, Julio Regueiro says that it was part of the gameplan and that he was waiting for the right opportunity to apply it. Julio Reguiero handled this interview with aplomb, it was a very impressive, assured performance. Attendance: 427 Gate Reciepts: $33,818 Sponsorship: $25,666 Ad Revenue: $1,364,550 Merchandise: $4,176 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $177,819) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Julio Regueiro $60,357 Roger Quince $1,388 SotN: Regueiro: $5,000 Perf: Regueiro: $5,000 Bobby Brubaker $24,342 Evgeni Medtner $2,901 KotN: Brubaker: $5,000 Gabriel Gallego $21,970 Iain Fussell $16,765 FotN: Both: $10,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Fukusaburo Hirano $17,948 Cooper Richardson $1,765 Simon Vine $6,273 Tyler Lass $2,830 David Allen $6,098 Mauricio de Terreros $2,017 Diego Arteta $3,136 Kenneth Toadspew $3,074 Templeton Crumb $4,182 Kichisaburo Morri $2,773 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $22,424 Profit: $1,196,959 Critical Rating: 78% Commercial Rating: 69% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +4.5% 89.0% (High Level Regional) USA +4.0% 98.0% (High Level Regional) UK +3.2% 87.0% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.5% 84.3% (High Level Regional) Australia +2.2% 80.5% (High Level Regional) Japan +3.2% 87.6% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.0% 83.4% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.3% 73.6% (High Level Regional) Mexico +2.2% 80.2% (High Level Regional) South America +3.2% 87.4% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 75.9% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.3% 64.5% (Mid Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Roger Quince, Evgeni Medtner, Iain Fussell, Cooper Richardson, Tyler Lass, Mauricio de Terreros, Kenneth Toadspew, and Kichisaburo Morri. 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CageRage Posted October 4, 2023 Author Share Posted October 4, 2023 Saturday, Week 4, January 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Manuel "The Prodigy" Silva (20-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -690) vs. Stian Agdestein (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Underdog: +550) Manuel Silva became a national champion in Muay Thai and a black belt in BJJ before he'd even reached his 21st birthday, and clearly possesses staggering physical gifts. The man they call "The Prodigy" has quickly become one of the top Welterweights on the planet on the back of a run of matches where he has simply destroyed everyone in his path, and many feel that he is destined to be one of the all-time greats. A dominant FLB Welterweight champion who scythed through the entire division, GAMMA won a bidding war with ALPHA-1 to hire Silva after FLB collapsed. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Houston George in the second round of the tournament. Stian Agdestein is a potential future top contender, who is one of the best Sambo fighters in Scandanavia. A very high class grappler, he likes to work from top position on the ground from where his submission skills are deadly. He needs to work on his striking and finishing abilities before he will be able to make a move on the Welterweight rankings, but he has time on his side. He signed for SIGMA on Christmas day 2000. He won by first round submission over Todd Prenger in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Bret Clement in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fisher Kaye vs. Thomaz de Miranda in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Peruvian Punisher" Claudio Palacios (26-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Underdog: +200) vs. Eiji Masuko (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -260) Claudio Palacios is a world ranked Welterweight from Peru. A very solid fighter, he doesn't truly excel at anything but is good at every aspect of the sport and that all-round ability is his greatest strength. A former two-time challenger for the FLB Welterweight crown, Palacios signed with ALPHA-1 in 2001. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Riley Huxtable in the second round of the tournament. Eiji Masuko is an elite Judoka, who has found it easy to translate his grappling abilities to the no-gi arena of MMA. If he can improve his striking to a competent level, he'll be a very tough opponent indeed. ALPHA-1, well known for their love of judo players, signed him in 1999, and he has visibly improved with every single one of the bouts thus far. He won by first round submission over Pirmin Zubriggen in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Louis De La Torre in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rufus Stephens vs. Evan Gardner in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Strategist" Rufus Stephens (20-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -410) vs. Evan "G-Man" Gardner (11-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #179, Underdog: +320) Rufus Stephens is one of the great Welterweights, and a thinking man's MMA fighter. A master of tactical thinking who is well known for the exhaustive research he does on opponents before fights, he is one of the best Greco-Roman wrestlers in the business and was one of the first to really show how a top quality clinch game could be used to dominate fights. He may not finish fights as often as people would like, but he's devilishly hard to defeat. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Jungo Futagawa in the second round of the tournament. Evan Gardner is a talented young wrestler, who likes to use his grappling skills to control opponents for long periods of time, either in the clinch or on the ground. A decent boxer too, he's a very difficult fighter to strategize against as he doesn't have many exploitable weaknesses. He won by Unanimous Decision over Scott Gillespie in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round TKO over Domingo de Vivanco in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Claudio Palacios vs. Eiji Masuko in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Show Stopper" Jack Humphreys (26-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -1200) vs. Chojiro Goto (12-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Underdog: +950) Jack Humphreys was one of the first major fighters to figure out that trash talking and a controversial personality sold tickets, and has been the fighter that fans love to hate for many years. A solid wrestler with a talent for beating opponents up from the clinch, he challenged for the GAMMA Welterweight title in 1997 but was beaten by Julio Regueiro , since then he has been in a sort of career limbo, unable to generate much mommentum. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Wyatt Ashur in the second round of the tournament. Chojiro Goto is a Muay Thai competitor, a solid fighter who can cause a lot of problems, especially if he can get an opponent set up for knee strikes. His vulnerability to wrestlers is a major weakness however and has prevented him from really ever achieving much. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Gregorio Freyre in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Dale Burke vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Yevgeni Sipatov (30-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -790) vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (7-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Underdog: +630) Yevgeni Sipatov is known among fans as "The Godfather of Lay And Pray", and was the first fighter to find major success through the strategy of mixing good takedowns with unbreakable top control. A sport-wide improvement in takedown defence has seen him lose his elite level status, but he still remains a fighters who can cause a lot of headaches. He was the first ever GAMMA Welterweight champion. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Slade Cregg in the second round of the tournament. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann is a submission wrestling specialist, who made his pro debut at the start of 2000 and was so impressive during his first two years, going 5-0 with every fight ending by submission, that SIGMA signed him up for their Welterweight division despite his inexperience. He won by first round submission over Ryder Myllart in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fourth round submission over Steven Griffin in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Alan Kendall vs. Chikafusa Abukara in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Alan "Flash" Kendall (17-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -890) vs. Chikafusa Abukara (22-10, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Underdog: +710) Alan Kendall is a consistent and versatile performer who always brings a tough challenge, a pro's pro. Good in pretty much every area of MMA, his only real weakness is that while he is a jack of all trades he is a master of none, and so is vulnerable to fighters who are excellent in a specific discipline. A GAMMA regular, his career there has been marked by being very consistent, he has invariably beaten everyone put in front of him except when faced with a true elite-level talent. He won by fourth round submission over Hoburn Pallisades in the second round of the tournament. Chikafusa Abukara is a Welterweight from Japan who uses his background in amateur wrestling as the basis for his MMA career. He has been a regular in ALPHA-1 for years, although he has never really been anything more than low level prelim fodder. He won by first round submission over Matsudaira Satoh in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Piotr Dabrowski in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yevgeni Sipatov vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Dale "Rubber Man" Burke (3-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #123, Underdog: +330) vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha (13-5, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #198, Favorite: -420) Dale Burke is one of the most outlandish personalities in MMA, which is a nice way of saying he is absolutely nuts. Known as "Rubber Man", he is a quality Jiu-Jitsu fighter who has extraordinary flexibility, something which he uses to his advantage to apply lots of crazy looking submissions, especially from his beloved rubber guard. He won by first round submission over Ethan LeGrange in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fourth round submission over Xie Ming in the second round of the tournament. Ruy Mendes da Rocha is a BJJ student, who can be dangerous on the ground if given time to work his submission skills but otherwise lacks much of a threat. He is a former FLB Welterweight title challenger, although that particular title shot saw him get massacred by Manuel Silva. He won by fifth round TKO over Carmelo Rossi in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Split Decision over Buzzy Tuttle in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jack Humphreys vs. Chojiro Goto in the Fourth Round. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Fisher "The Wheelman" Kaye (8-4-1NC, 1-0-1NC CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Favorite: -310) vs. Thomaz de Miranda (12-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Underdog: +240) Fisher Kaye is a solid wrestler from Tennessee, who is dangerous if he can get himself into top control on the ground, but lacks anything approaching a Plan B if opponents are able to resist his takedowns. He won by Unanimous Decision over Koji Masuko in the first round of the tournament, before losing by Unanimous Decision to Kafu Bunya, however he was allowed to continue to the third round of the tournament when Bunya failed a drug test. Thomaz de Miranda is a dreadlocked Brazilian, a former kick boxer who moved to MMA in 1995. He is a decent enough striker, but his weak chin and lack of grappling or ground skills mean that he is unlikely to ever trouble the elite. He won by Unanimous Decision over Sonny Anderson in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round knock out over Lucas in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Manuel Silva vs. Stian Agdestein in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Manuel Silva (170 lbs) vs. Stian Agdestein (170 lbs) Claudio Palacios (170 lbs) vs. Eiji Masuko (170 lbs) Rufus Stephens (170 lbs) vs. Evan Gardner (170 lbs) Jack Humphreys (170 lbs) vs. Chojiro Goto (170 lbs) Yevgeni Sipatov (170 lbs) vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (170 lbs) Alan Kendall (170 lbs) vs. Chikafusa Abukara (170 lbs) Dale Burke (170 lbs) vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha (170 lbs) Fisher Kaye (170 lbs) vs. Thomaz de Miranda (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 86 Full Fight Card WW: Manuel Silva vs. Stian Agdestein WW: Claudio Palacios vs. Eiji Masuko WW: Rufus Stephens vs. Evan Gardner WW: Jack Humphreys vs. Chojiro Goto WW: Yevgeni Sipatov vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann WW: Alan Kendall vs. Chikafusa Abukara WW: Dale Burke vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha WW: Fisher Kaye vs. Thomaz de Miranda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 7, 2023 Author Share Posted October 7, 2023 (edited) Saturday, Week 4, January 2003 Live From Brandon, Manitoba 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 WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Fisher "The Wheelman" Kaye (8-4-1NC, 1-0-1NC, From: Clarksville, Tennessee, Favorite: -310) vs. Thomaz de Miranda (12-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Underdog: +240) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Fisher 'The Wheelman' Kaye battling Thomaz de Miranda. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) de Miranda can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Kaye comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:36) de Miranda gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Kaye throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 1 - 04:00) de Miranda throws out some punches, but Kaye leans back to avoid them. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Kaye throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Kaye attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:15) de Miranda allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 1 - 03:01) The scramble sees Kaye up first, and he is quick to wrestle de Miranda up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:50) With the cage trapping de Miranda, Kaye looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 02:50) de Miranda cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Kaye punches down at de Miranda, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:08) de Miranda tries to break free and scramble for position, but Kaye keeps him trapped. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Kaye fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 01:22) de Miranda tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Kaye is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 01:11) de Miranda can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Kaye fires away and de Miranda is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Kaye unloads with big right hands, but de Miranda is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Kaye unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt de Miranda. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Kaye forces de Miranda to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Kaye, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:47) A pair of tentative jabs from Kaye land, but have zero effect. (Rd 2 - 04:47) de Miranda lands a left hand and then lands a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 04:25) de Miranda connects with a nice jab and then catches Kaye with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Kaye is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He is covering up, trying to buy time to recover! (Rd 2 - 04:09) Kaye is dropped by a big right hook! (Rd 2 - 04:05) de Miranda senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 2 - 04:05) de Miranda pounds away, Kaye is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (Rd 2 - 03:52) de Miranda fires off some rights, but Kaye isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Kaye takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:22) de Miranda tries to pound on Kaye, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Kaye transitions from half guard to full guard. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Perhaps wary of submissions, de Miranda keeps extremely tight to Kaye and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Kaye smothers de Miranda with close control, stopping him from posturing up. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, de Miranda keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Kaye attempts to grab an arm of de Miranda from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:47) de Miranda fends off Kaye, and doesn't give up an arm. (Rd 2 - 01:16) de Miranda keeps tight to Kaye, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:01) de Miranda gets pulled in tight, and takes a glancing blow from an elbow strike. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Clearly worried by the submission threat, de Miranda keeps very tight to Kaye and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Kaye reaches up and tries to lock up an arm. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Kaye gets an armbar and straightens it out, de Miranda has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:12) The winner, by submission; Fisher Kaye! Official Result: Fisher 'The Wheelman' Kaye defeats Thomaz de Miranda (Submission (Armbar) in 4:48 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Fisher Kaye thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He highlights what an amazing fight it was and says that "this is why I love MMA". CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Dale "Rubber Man" Burke (3-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Hawaii, Underdog: +310) vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha (13-5, 2-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -420) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke going head to head with Ruy Mendes da Rocha. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Burke hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab lands from da Rocha, but Burke avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:24) da Rocha fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Burke shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:08) da Rocha gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Burke throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Burke gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and da Rocha quickly scrambles. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Burke is too quick though, and grabs side control before da Rocha can get up. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Burke tries to lock da Rocha in an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 03:07) da Rocha defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 02:31) da Rocha takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Burke keeps da Rocha guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:59) da Rocha tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Burke attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:48) da Rocha was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 1 - 01:34) The scramble leaves Burke turtled up, facing da Rocha. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Burke, turtled up, can do nothing to prevent da Rocha from taking his back. (Rd 1 - 01:10) da Rocha fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Burke takes the opportunity to stand up, albeit under back control. (Rd 1 - 00:44) da Rocha tries to take Burke down from behind. (Rd 1 - 00:44) da Rocha doesn't even have to struggle, he swiftly takes Burke down with ease. (Rd 1 - 00:31) da Rocha is on top of a turtled up Burke. (Rd 1 - 00:31) da Rocha fires off some rights, but Burke isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 00:14) da Rocha is too slow to stop Burke starting to scramble. (Rd 1 - 00:04) The scramble leaves Burke on top in side control. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to da Rocha, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:45) Burke looked like he was going to shoot, but da Rocha simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:45) da Rocha hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Burke shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:18) The takedown is completed, da Rocha is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Burke has now completed two takedowns. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Burke throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Burke leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from da Rocha. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Burke looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:20) da Rocha fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Burke ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 2 - 02:45) da Rocha attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Burke keeps his half guard secure. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Burke tries to move from half guard to full guard, but da Rocha doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 01:44) da Rocha tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:44) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Burke starts a scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 01:33) da Rocha scrambles to his feet, but Burke immediately drives him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Burke attempts a leg-sweep trip to put da Rocha on the ground. (Rd 2 - 01:20) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping da Rocha to the mat where he pulls half guard! (Rd 2 - 01:06) Burke keeps da Rocha guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Burke blocks da Rocha as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Burke pounds away, but da Rocha calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 00:11) da Rocha tries to get full guard on Burke but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Burke, but only a 10-9. (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 - 04:49) Burke shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:49) He has the takedown! da Rocha pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 04:42) Burke fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 3 - 04:29) da Rocha smothers Burke with close control, stopping him from posturing up. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Burke throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 03:32) da Rocha tries to catch Burke with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Burke looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 3 - 03:19) He can't get free of the guard. (Rd 3 - 02:30) da Rocha uses his legs to push Burke back, and tries to scramble for position. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Burke seizes the opportunity, da Rocha was too slow and gets caught in side control. (Rd 3 - 02:08) Burke tries to ensnare da Rocha in a kimura. (Rd 3 - 02:08) da Rocha defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 3 - 01:42) da Rocha tries to move to guard, but Burke doesn't allow it. (Rd 3 - 01:23) In side control, Burke catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:57) da Rocha tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Burke tries to lock da Rocha into an arm triangle. (Rd 3 - 00:46) da Rocha fights off the arm triangle attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:18) da Rocha tries to move to guard, but Burke doesn't allow it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Burke took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Burke up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:50) Burke appeared to be going for a takedown, but da Rocha took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:50) da Rocha connects with a jab, but Burke evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 04:34) da Rocha connects with a jab, but Burke avoids a big right. (Rd 4 - 04:21) da Rocha is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 4 - 04:08) da Rocha lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:49) Burke looked like he was going to shoot, but da Rocha simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:49) da Rocha can't connect with a jab, but then catches Burke with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Burke chooses to shoot in on da Rocha. (Rd 4 - 03:21) da Rocha sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 4 - 02:50) A jab is wide from da Rocha, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Burke appeared to be going to try and get in close, but da Rocha took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 02:28) da Rocha throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 02:16) There's a takedown attempt from Burke. (Rd 4 - 02:16) Burke can't get past the sprawl of da Rocha and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:47) da Rocha comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:47) It looked like we were about to see Burke try and get some grappling started, but da Rocha was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 01:47) da Rocha hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:32) A jab lands from da Rocha, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 4 - 01:14) da Rocha hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:03) da Rocha is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:58) da Rocha looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:58) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Burke, but da Rocha was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:58) da Rocha lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:36) da Rocha connects with a jab, but Burke avoids a big right. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Burke had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:11) da Rocha lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to da Rocha. (Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:47) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Burke, but da Rocha was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:47) da Rocha can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:25) da Rocha closes in on Burke, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:25) da Rocha throws a punch but Burke was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 04:19) da Rocha is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 04:08) da Rocha moves in on Burke, preparing to throw. (Rd 5 - 04:08) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Burke, but da Rocha was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:08) A jab hits home from da Rocha and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:51) da Rocha can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Burke appeared to be going for a takedown, but da Rocha took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 03:40) da Rocha lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Burke shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Burke gets a single leg takedown! da Rocha pulls guard off it. (Rd 5 - 03:07) Burke pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Burke doesn't let da Rocha pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 02:42) In guard, Burke throws a couple of punches designed to keep da Rocha guessing. (Rd 5 - 02:14) da Rocha applies double underhooks and keeps Burke from launching any attacks. (Rd 5 - 01:45) Burke tries to pound on da Rocha, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 5 - 01:33) da Rocha tries to pull Burke in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Burke fires off some rights, but da Rocha isn't troubled by them. (Rd 5 - 01:07) Burke doesn't let da Rocha pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:57) Burke fires away with punches, but da Rocha doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 5 - 00:37) da Rocha tries to pull Burke in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Burke pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 5 - 00:15) Burke doesn't let da Rocha pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 00:06) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think da Rocha just about edged it. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke defeats Ruy Mendes da Rocha (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Dale Burke thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Felix Mattherson Jr, saying that he'll destroy him. There's not doubt that Dale Burke benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Alan "Flash" Kendall (17-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Favorite: -890) vs. Chikafusa Abukara (22-10, 2-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +710) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Alan 'Flash' Kendall vs. Chikafusa Abukara. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Kendall lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Abukara looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him! (Rd 1 - 04:38) A big head kick catches Abukara above the ear, down he goes! (Rd 1 - 04:26) Kendall quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Abukara! (Rd 1 - 04:26) Kendall pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Abukara! (Rd 1 - 04:15) Kendall tries to ensnare Abukara in a kneebar. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Abukara stops Kendall from hooking a leg. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Kendall looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 03:43) He goes for the mount but Abukara starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 03:28) The scramble results in Abukara having to turtle, with Kendall holding him down while facing him. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Kendall hits a kick to the body of the turtled Abukara. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Abukara quickly scrambles to his feet before any other kicks happen. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Kendall comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Abukara appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Kendall took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:51) A jab hits home from Kendall and then he catches Abukara with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Abukara tries to cover up but is very clearly wobbling! Here comes Kendall, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 1 - 02:43) Kendall moves in for the kill and lands a huge right hand! Abukara is knocked out cold! (Rd 1 - 02:37) Alan Kendall takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: Alan 'Flash' Kendall defeats Chikafusa Abukara (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Alan Kendall gives a name-check to everyone at Strike Force, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Martin Cupples and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Yevgeni Sipatov (30-9, 1-0 CTC, From: Omsk, Russia, Favorite: -790) vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (7-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Bonn, Germany, Underdog: +630) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Yevgeni Sipatov going head to head with Heinz-Hermann Haussermann. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Sipatov lands a jab and then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Sipatov fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Sipatov hits a left jab and then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Sipatov throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Haussermann comes in and grabs Sipatov in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Using his wrestling skills, Haussermann is trying to push Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Haussermann can't do it though, and Sipatov gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Sipatov is trying to push Haussermann so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Sipatov achieves it, pinning Haussermann to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Sipatov smothers Haussermann against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Sipatov hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Sipatov hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Haussermann is trapped against the cage and Sipatov punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Haussermann is trapped against the cage and Sipatov hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Haussermann takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Sipatov looks for a knee to the thigh, but Haussermann out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Sipatov can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:55) It looks like Haussermann has been cut under the eye. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Sipatov uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Sipatov hits a left jab and then catches Haussermann with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Sipatov fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:38) A jab is wide from Sipatov, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:20) A jab is wide from Sipatov, but then he hits Haussermann with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Sipatov throws a punch but Haussermann was equal to it. (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 Sipatov. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Sipatov, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Haussermann. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Sipatov fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Sipatov lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Sipatov is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Haussermann looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sipatov simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Sipatov lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Haussermann may have been aiming to get in close, but Sipatov aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:56) A jab hits home from Sipatov and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Sipatov moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Sipatov can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Sipatov connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Haussermann steps back and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt! (Rd 2 - 03:14) Sipatov tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but Haussermann avoids it. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Haussermann manages to clear his head and circle away, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Haussermann may have been aiming to get in close, but Sipatov aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Sipatov lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:43) Sipatov is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Sipatov can't connect with a jab, but then catches Haussermann with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Haussermann appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sipatov took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Sipatov throws a punch but Haussermann avoids it. (Rd 2 - 01:49) A jab lands from Sipatov, but Haussermann avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Sipatov is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Haussermann may have been aiming to get in close, but Sipatov aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Sipatov hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Sipatov lands a left hand and then hits Haussermann with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Sipatov lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Haussermann isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Sipatov lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:02) It looked like we were about to see Haussermann try and get some grappling started, but Sipatov was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Sipatov fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sipatov. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Sipatov ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:51) Sipatov lands a left jab, but Haussermann evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Sipatov lands a jab and then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Sipatov looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 04:12) I wonder if the big weight cut is beginning to really take its toll? (Rd 3 - 04:00) Sipatov uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Haussermann may have been aiming to get in close, but Sipatov aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Sipatov throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Sipatov uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Haussermann scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Sipatov lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:44) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 02:20) Haussermann glares at his opponent. (Rd 3 - 02:11) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Sipatov finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Haussermann lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Sipatov lands a left hand and then hits Haussermann with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:31) Sipatov lands a left hand and then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:31) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Haussermann. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Sipatov looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Sipatov is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Haussermann uses a left jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Haussermann may have been aiming to get in close, but Sipatov aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Sipatov throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 00:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Sipatov counters a right hand with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:13) Haussermann uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 00:13) Sipatov doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Haussermann just about edged it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Sipatov is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Haussermann. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:55) Sipatov dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:41) Looking very tired, Sipatov clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 04:41) Using his wrestling skills, Haussermann is trying to push Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:41) Sipatov doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Haussermann tries to wrestle Sipatov backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Haussermann manages it and controls Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Haussermann catches Sipatov with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Haussermann catches Sipatov with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Haussermann uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Haussermann scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Sipatov has been cut above his hairline, blood is trickling down. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Haussermann catches Sipatov with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Sipatov takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 4 - 03:04) Haussermann catches Sipatov with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Sipatov takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 02:45) Haussermann smothers Sipatov against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 02:34) Haussermann catches Sipatov with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Haussermann looks for a knee strike, but Sipatov works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Haussermann is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 4 - 01:53) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:53) Haussermann misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:37) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Haussermann hits a left cross. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Sipatov lands a one-two. (Rd 4 - 01:08) Haussermann aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 4 - 01:08) Sipatov hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:52) With Sipatov bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 4 - 00:52) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 4 - 00:52) We're back underway! (Rd 4 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:46) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Looking very tired, Sipatov clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Haussermann is trying to muscle Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Haussermann manages it and controls Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Haussermann catches Sipatov with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Haussermann, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:48) Moving in, Haussermann appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Sipatov throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Haussermann gets hold of Sipatov. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Haussermann is looking to muscle Sipatov back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Haussermann does it, Sipatov is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:08) Showing his ability to exert control, Haussermann smothers Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:08) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Sipatov is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Haussermann and Sipatov remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 5 - 01:49) Referee Leo Behan decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:41) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:41) Sipatov slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Haussermann 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 - 01:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:16) Haussermann hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 5 - 01:16) Sipatov hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:48) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Haussermann misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sipatov to attack with a solid right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:32) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:32) Haussermann is trying to muscle Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:32) Haussermann achieves it, pinning Sipatov to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:21) Haussermann doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 00:21) Haussermann tries to use a knee from the clinch, but Sipatov is able to block it. (Rd 5 - 00:02) Haussermann attempts to use a knee strike but Sipatov pulls the clinch tighter. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Haussermann, 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) Christina Shaw scores the contest as 48-47 to Sipatov. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse has scored it 48-47 Haussermann. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers scores the contest as 48-47 to Sipatov. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Yevgeni Sipatov is the winner by split decision! Official Result: Yevgeni Sipatov defeats Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Yevgeni Sipatov praises his team at St. Petersburg Elite, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Yevgeni Sipatov says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Heinz-Hermann Hausserman. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Show Stopper" Jack Humphreys (26-10, 1-0 CTC, From: Mobile, Alabama, Favorite: -1200) vs. Chojiro Goto (12-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Show Stopper' Jack Humphreys squares off with Chojiro Goto. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Humphreys looks significantly bigger than Goto as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) A punch from Goto fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Humphreys gets hold of Goto. (Rd 1 - 04:34) With control of the clinch, Humphreys tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:34) The takedown is ugly but ultimately successful, he ends up on top of a turtled up Goto, holding him in a loose facelock-type hold. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Humphreys prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Goto who is able to spring back up. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Humphreys had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Goto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:39) A jab lands from Goto, but Humphreys avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Humphreys gets hold of Goto. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Humphreys uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Goto. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Humphreys tries to wrestle Goto backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Humphreys manages it and controls Goto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Goto is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Humphreys is keeping Goto pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:31) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Humphreys pins Goto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:18) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 00:04) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan separates them. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Humphreys. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Humphreys 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 Goto can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:55) Goto hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Humphreys seizes the chance and grabs Goto into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Using his wrestling skills, Humphreys is trying to push Goto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Goto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Humphreys smothers Goto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Humphreys smothers Goto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 01:53) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:47) There's a takedown attempt from Humphreys. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Humphreys gets hold of a leg but Goto remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 2 - 01:47) With Goto not going down, Humphreys settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Humphreys smothers Goto against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Smothered against the cage, Goto is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 2 - 01:09) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Humphreys pins Goto up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Goto is trapped against the cage and Humphreys punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Humphreys. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Humphreys up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Humphreys shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:49) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 3 - 04:49) That's his second successful takedown from three attempts. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Humphreys tries to pound on Goto, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Humphreys looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Humphreys almost gets side control, but Goto was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 3 - 04:07) The scramble leaves Goto on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Humphreys throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Humphreys punches down at Goto, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Humphreys attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Goto fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 3 - 02:53) The scramble allows Humphreys to take his opponent's back! (Rd 3 - 02:40) Humphreys pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Humphreys blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Humphreys tries to put Goto in a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 02:11) The rear naked choke is in deep, Goto has to tap out! (Rd 3 - 01:33) 'The Show Stopper' Jack Humphreys takes the win by submission! Official Result: 'The Show Stopper' Jack Humphreys defeats Chojiro Goto (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:27 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jack Humphreys praises his team at Bear Pit, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he jokingly throws out a few names before saying that a fight against David Allen would make a lot of sense. Jack Humphreys is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Strategist" Rufus Stephens (20-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Venice Beach, California, Favorite: -410) vs. Evan "G-Man" Gardner (11-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Underdog: +320) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens squares off with Evan 'G-Man' Gardner. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Stephens misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Gardner to attack with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Gardner unsuccessfully goes to the body and gets countered with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Gardner throws a one-two, but Stephens was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Gardner lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. Stephens uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:28) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Stephens uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Gardner finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Gardner looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Stephens had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Gardner can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Gardner shows his good guard by absorbing a two punch flurry. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Gardner doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:41) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Gardner is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Stephens uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Stephens forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Gardner scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Stephens throws a two-punch combo but Gardner avoids both. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Gardner uses a left jab, but Stephens evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Stephens misses a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Gardner lands two jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:25) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Gardner, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Stephens, 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 - 04:55) Gardner throws a punch but Stephens avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:43) A jab is wide from Gardner, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Stephens is able to grab Gardner. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Stephens tries to wrestle Gardner backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:24) He does so and now has Gardner pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Stephens hits Gardner, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Stephens tries to smother Gardner against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 03:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Gardner counters a right hand with a left jab and a left hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Gardner misses with a big right hand, allowing Stephens to counter with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Stephens lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Gardner hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Gardner is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Gardner hits a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Stephens finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Stephens lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Gardner hits a pair of jabs and also hits a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Gardner can't connect with a jab, but then hits Stephens with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Stephens seizes the chance and grabs Gardner into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Stephens is trying to push Gardner so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Stephens manages it and controls Gardner up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Stephens goes to use some dirty boxing, but Gardner is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Stephens tries to smother Gardner against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Gardner lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Stephens seizes the chance and grabs Gardner into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Stephens is looking to muscle Gardner back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Gardner ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Gardner is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Gardner wrestles back against Stephens, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Gardner, 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Gardner up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:55) Gardner throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 3 - 04:48) With a clear opportunity, Stephens is able to move in fast and clinch with Gardner. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Stephens gets a couple of ineffective strikes in, but ultimately loses control of the grapple after being caught off-balance. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Getting underhooks, Gardner looks for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:13) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! Stephens pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Gardner fires away with punches, but Stephens doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Stephens works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Gardner is too quick though, and grabs side control before Stephens can get up. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Gardner fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Stephens tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Gardner throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 3 - 02:09) Gardner blocks Stephens as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Gardner throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Gardner throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Stephens tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Looking to catch his breath, Gardner is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Stephens tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Gardner pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Stephens. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gardner. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Stephens 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 - 04:46) Stephens may have been aiming to get in close, but Gardner aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Gardner lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Gardner hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. Stephens hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Stephens is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 4 - 04:11) Stephens appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Gardner took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:11) Gardner hits a couple of minor left hands, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Gardner appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 03:49) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 03:49) Stephens misses with a big right hand, allowing Gardner to counter with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Gardner clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 4 - 03:39) With a good grip giving him solid control over Stephens, Gardner looks to wrestle him down. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Gardner can't get Stephens down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:18) Stephens turns Gardner slightly, creating enough space so that he can break free of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 02:51) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 02:42) Gardner looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 02:42) Stephens is trying to push Gardner so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:42) He does so and now has Gardner pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:31) Gardner is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Gardner is trapped against the cage and Stephens punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 02:11) Stephens attempts to hit a knee but Gardner tightens the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:55) Gardner throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Gardner is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Stephens catches Gardner with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 01:21) Stephens catches Gardner with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Gardner is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Breathing very hard, Gardner is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Stephens tries to throw an elbow, but Gardner seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 4 - 00:35) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Stephens finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Gardner misses with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 00:18) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Stephens, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Stephens really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:53) Coming forward, Stephens is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Gardner throws a two-punch combo but Stephens avoids both. (Rd 5 - 04:43) Stephens is able to grab Gardner. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Stephens tries to wrestle Gardner backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Gardner doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 5 - 04:14) Gardner uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:14) The takedown doesn't work, Stephens blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Stephens hits Gardner with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Using his wrestling skills, Stephens is trying to push Gardner up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Gardner ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Stephens smothers Gardner against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Gardner is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Gardner is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Gardner looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Gardner is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Stephens doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Stephens smothers Gardner against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Gardner is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Stephens hits Gardner, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 01:34) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:24) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 01:24) Stephens misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 5 - 01:03) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 5 - 00:40) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 5 - 00:28) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Stephens is trying to push Gardner so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Stephens can't move Gardner at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Gardner has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Stephens down. (Rd 5 - 00:08) The takedown doesn't work, Stephens blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Stephens. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Evan 'G-Man' Gardner wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: Evan 'G-Man' Gardner defeats 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Evan Gardner gives a name-check to everyone at Impact MMA, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is glad to have overcome the odds and that being the underdog helped motivate him. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Peruvian Punisher" Claudio Palacios (26-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Lima, Peru, Underdog: +200) vs. Eiji Masuko (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Kinki, Japan, Favorite: -260) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Peruvian Punisher' Claudio Palacios faces Eiji Masuko in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Masuko hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Palacios can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Masuko with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:45) That last shot may have caused a fractured jaw or some other serious injury to Masuko. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Palacios can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Masuko. (Rd 1 - 04:09) A jab is wide from Palacios, but then he catches Masuko with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Palacios closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:44) A jab lands from Palacios, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 1 - 03:24) A jab lands from Palacios, but Masuko avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Palacios lands a left hand and then catches Masuko with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Masuko backs off and covers up, clearly rocked! Palacios immediately advances, sensing that this is a chance to end the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:56) Palacios tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses as Masuko quickly steps backward and out of range. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Masuko clears his head and circles back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Masuko, backing off, hits two weak left hands. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Palacios can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Masuko with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:20) A jab lands from Palacios, but Masuko dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Palacios connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Palacios fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Palacios confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Palacios connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Palacios lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Palacios confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 00:45) A jab is wide from Palacios, but then he hits Masuko with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:45) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Masuko. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Palacios uses a left jab, but Masuko catches the kick to the body that it set up! (Rd 1 - 00:14) Palacios hops on one foot, trying to balance. Masuko tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Palacios refuses to be taken down and manages to eventually pull his leg free. He steps away to safety. (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 Palacios. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Masuko. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:55) Masuko may have been aiming to get in close, but Palacios aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Palacios lands a jab and then hits a body kick. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Masuko may have been aiming to get in close, but Palacios aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Palacios fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Taking a few gulps of breath, Palacios is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Masuko looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Palacios simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Palacios throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Masuko is equal to all of them. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Masuko looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Palacios simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Palacios throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Masuko keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Palacios lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Palacios throws a one-two, but Masuko was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Masuko takes the chance and grabs Palacios into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Using his wrestling skills, Masuko is trying to push Palacios up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:10) He does so and now has Palacios pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Unable to get free, Palacios is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:55) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Palacios is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Palacios is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Masuko and Palacios remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 00:39) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Circling, Masuko clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Palacios hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Masuko had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Palacios connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (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 Palacios. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Palacios is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:48) Palacios connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Palacios hits a left jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Palacios can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:55) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Masuko misses with a big right hand, allowing Palacios to counter with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Palacios comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Palacios connects with a nice jab and then catches Masuko with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Palacios is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Palacios uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 03:04) Palacios lands a left hand and then catches Masuko with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:48) A jab is wide from Palacios, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 02:33) Palacios lands a left hand and then catches Masuko with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:21) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:21) Masuko finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:21) Palacios lands a left jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Palacios counters a right hand with a jab and a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Palacios is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 01:44) A jab is wide from Palacios, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Palacios lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Masuko misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Palacios to attack with a good right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Palacios misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Masuko attacks with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Palacios throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Masuko moves in fast and clinches with Palacios. (Rd 3 - 00:02) Masuko is looking to muscle Palacios back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:02) He does so and now has Palacios pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by Palacios, a 10-8 round on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Masuko 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 for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:52) Masuko wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Palacios uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Palacios can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Masuko with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Palacios looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Palacios lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Palacios fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Palacios fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 4 - 03:01) Palacios lands a left hand and then catches Masuko with a crunching right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:43) A jab hits home from Palacios and then he hits Masuko with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Masuko may have been aiming to get in close, but Palacios aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Palacios throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Masuko keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Palacios connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Masuko misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Seeing that Palacios looks shattered, Masuko easily pulls him into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Using his wrestling skills, Masuko is trying to push Palacios up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Masuko achieves it, pinning Palacios to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:14) With the cage trapping Palacios, Masuko looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Palacios blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 01:14) Referee Christian Maugham spots that bit of cheating and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 01:14) Masuko attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Palacios to the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Palacios has no answer to a great hip throw! (Rd 4 - 01:14) The takedown leaves Palacios seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Masuko tries to lock Palacios in a choke. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Masuko gets the guillotine, applies pressure, and Palacios has to tap! (Rd 4 - 00:20) The winner, by submission; Eiji Masuko! Official Result: Eiji Masuko defeats 'The Peruvian Punisher' Claudio Palacios (Submission (Guillotine) in 4:40 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Eiji Masuko name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Manuel "The Prodigy" Silva (20-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Favorite: -690) vs. Stian Agdestein (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Trondheim, Norway, Underdog: +550) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Manuel 'The Prodigy' Silva fights Stian Agdestein in the CTC Welterweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Silva lands two jabs and then catches Agdestein with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Silva hits a right hand, but Agdestein avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Silva looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Agdestein hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Silva throws a one-two, but Agdestein was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Silva fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Agdestein with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Agdestein chooses to shoot in on Silva. (Rd 1 - 03:41) A great sprawl from Silva prevents the takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Silva lands a jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Silva lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Silva fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Agdestein with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Agdestein, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Silva connects with a nice jab and then hits Agdestein with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Silva lands a right jab, but Agdestein steps back to avoid a high left head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Silva looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Agdestein hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 01:55) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Silva. (Rd 1 - 01:42) It looked like we were about to see Agdestein try and get some grappling started, but Silva was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:42) A jab hits home from Silva and then he hits a high left kick to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Agdestein isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Stepping in, Silva throws five quick punches, five of which land, and then lands a vicious left cross! (Rd 1 - 01:29) Agdestein is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 01:10) Silva knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Agdestein, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 01:10) Silva pounds away, Agdestein is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 1 - 01:10) Referee Christian Maugham pulls Silva away, stopping the fight! (Rd 1 - 00:56) Manuel Silva takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Manuel 'The Prodigy' Silva defeats Stian Agdestein (TKO (Strikes) in 4:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Manuel Silva thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he has a lot of respect for Stian Agdestein and praises his toughness. Attendance: 423 Gate Reciepts: $33,502 Sponsorship: $25,981 Ad Revenue: $1,004,873 Merchandise: $4,584 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $169,768) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Manuel Silva $50,532 Stian Agdestein $2,017 Eiji Masuko $9,822 Claudio Palacios $12,422 SotN: Masuko: $5,000 Evan Gardner $3,037 Rufus Stephens $12,546 Jack Humphreys $17,252 Chojiro Goto $2,706 Yevgeni Sipatov $5,924 Heinz-Hermann Haussermann$1,890 Alan Kendall $10,924 Chikafusa Abukara $2,773 KotN: Kendall: $5,000 Dale Burke $2,144 Ruy Mendes da Rocha $1,638 Fisher Kaye $17,376 Thomaz de Miranda $16,765 FotN: Both: $10,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $23,670 Profit: $866,494 Critical Rating: 77% Commercial Rating: 75% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +4.5% 93.5% (High Level Regional) USA +3.6% 5.0% (Low Level National) UK +3.6% 90.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.2% 86.5% (High Level Regional) Australia +2.2% 82.7% (High Level Regional) Japan +3.6% 91.2% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.2% 85.6% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.5% 75.1% (High Level Regional) Mexico +2.2% 82.4% (High Level Regional) South America +4.4% 91.8% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 77.2% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.5% 66.0% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 83, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 84, and Darin Blood has tested positive for TRT. He has apologized and admitted he is entirely to blame, and says he will return to MMA even better than before. He will be banned for one year by the athletic commission, and his win over Hamilton Fonseca Junior has been overturned to a No Contest. - Hamilton Fonseca Junior has been offered a new contract, and assuming he signs it will continue in the tournament instead of Darin Blood. - Canadian Tournament Combat has risen to Low Level National on the Blurcat Scale. - Eiji Masuko has suffered a broken jaw in his victory over Claudio Palacios, and will miss three and a half weeks of training. This should not affect his ability to advance in the tournament. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Stian Agdestein, Claudio Palacios, Rufus Stephens, Chojiro Goto, Heinz-Hermann Haussermann, Chikafusa Abukara, Ruy Mendes da Rocha, and Thomaz de Miranda. - CTC Womens Flyweight fight Jessica Herbig was seen training at American Cage Fighters as she prepares for her CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Daljit Samir. She will be backed by the team for this fight and may stick around if things go well, and is looking to improve her ability to finish fights on the ground by joining the team. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows American Large Local Show (Thursday, Week 1, February 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Dana Delaney vs. Slade Cregg KO of the Night: Truck Gleeson (vs. Joe Hinchcliffe) Submission of the Night: Gideon Navarro (vs. Houston George) Performance Bonus: Shuler Eigenberg (vs. Pat Troy) Japanese Large Local Show (Thursday, Week 1, February 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Ruben Rua vs. Kunihiko Nakazawa KO of the Night: Shiba Inaba (vs. Yasuhide Yunokawa) Submission of the Night: Norihide Kusonoki (vs. Hokusai Araki) Performance Bonus: Yoshinori Morishita vs. Kikunojo Miyamae Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round (Round of 32) Noach Van Der Capellen vs. Jonathan Huang Garth Neill vs. Felix Mattherson Jr. Chew Chua vs. Rich Robinson Ikku Funaki vs. Vikram Sithalayan Ichisake Miyagi vs. Will Kane Jens Halle vs. Bussho Maruyama Martin Cupples vs. Nathan Chambers Hamilton Fonseca Junior vs. Josh Aldarisio Julio Regueiro vs. David Allen Templeton Crumb vs. Fukusaburo Hirano Gabriel Gallego vs. Simon Vine Bobby Brubaker vs. Diego Arteta Manuel Silva vs. Fisher Kaye Evan Gardner vs. Eiji Masuko Dale Burke vs. Jack Humphreys Yevgeni Sipatov vs. Alan Kendall Edited October 7, 2023 by CageRage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 8, 2023 Author Share Posted October 8, 2023 CTC Welterweight Finalized Roster And Current Rankings #25. Diego "Apocalypse" Arteta (10-0) Diego Arteta is a potential future star, a highly respected kick boxer in his homeland of Mexico. Renowned for his exceptional boxing skill and stunning punching power, his elite level striking skills are something that has rarely been seen in MMA so far, and he has the potential to be one of the best Welterweights of all time. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Diego Arteta defeats Bokkai Iida by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Diego Arteta defeats Kenneth Toadspew by TKO in 2:12 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Bobby Brubaker at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Diego Arteta defeats Felix Mattherson Jr by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:37 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #24. Bussho "Nurse Shark" Maruyama (10-0) Bussho Maruyama is a tenacious young fighter, an all-rounder, able to stand and trade, wrestle, or take things to the ground. With the right sort of training and advice, he could wind up being quite good. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Bussho Maruyama defeats Vjekoslav Sarich by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 12 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Bussho Maruyama defeats Jerome Atkins by Submission (Armbar) in 4:06 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 3. Bussho Maruyama defeats Mills Mullally by Submission (Kimura) in 2:10 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 84 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Jens Halle at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Bussho Maruyama defeats Kichasaburo Morri by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:14 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hojo (June 2001) 2. Bussho Maruyama defeats Chikafusa Abukara by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Abukara vs. Lette II (October 2001) #23. Eiji Masuko (10-0) Eiji Masuko is an elite Judoka, who has found it easy to translate his grappling abilities to the no-gi arena of MMA. If he can improve his striking to a competent level, he'll be a very tough opponent indeed. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Eiji Masuko defeats Pirmin Zubriggen by Submission (Armbar) in 4:52 of Round 1 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 15 (March 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Eiji Masuko defeats Louis De La Torre by Submission (Kimura) in 1:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 42 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 3. Eiji Masuko defeats Claudio Palacios by Submission (Guillotine) in 4:40 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 86 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Evan Gardner at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Eiji Masuko defeats Chikafusa Abukara by Submission (Kimura) in 7:01 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1 Heavyweight Grand Prix 2001 (March 2001) 2. Eiji Masuko defeats Kiyotaka Aihara by Submission (Kimura) in 1:40 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Arai (July 2001) #22. "Magnum" David Allen (19-5) David Allen is a jack-of-all-trades, and one of the hardest working men in MMA. Dedicated to the sport, he has worked hard on all aspects of his game and as a result has no glaring weaknesses and can comfortably compete with just about anyone. The one and only criticism he can draw is that he lacks the power to finish opponents off. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. David Allen defeats Bernhard Moltmann by Submission (Armbar) in 4:57 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. David Allen defeats Mauricio de Terreros by Submission (Kimura) in 3:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Julio Regueiro at Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Darin Blood defeats David Allen by Medical Disqualification in 1:29 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 25: Morrison vs. Danare (July 1998) 2. David Allen defeats Dana Delaney by Submission (Americana) in 3:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 42: Morrison vs. Sugar III (April 2001) 3. Manuel Silva defeats David Allen by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) #21. Jonathan "The Locust" Huang (13-0) Jonathan Huang is a superstar in Asia, and is widely regarded as one of the best Jiu-Jitsu competitors of all time and has been a dominant force in international tournaments for years. He made his MMA debut in early 1996 and although his appearances since have been sporadic at best and he has specifically been matched up against fighters who do not have the striking to take advantage of his obvious weaknesses, he has nonetheless looked very impressive in all his fights. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Jonathan Huang defeats Raniere de Lima by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:59 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 11 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Jonathan Huang defeats Yeijiro Yamamoto by Submission (Armbar) in 4:24 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 39 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 3. Jonathan Huang defeats Callum Henson by Submission (Toe Hold) in 0:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 83 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Noach Van Der Capellen at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) #20. Simon "Hell Boy" Vine (26-9) Simon Vine is one of the most bruising Welterweights around, a strong wrestler who loves to control opponents, wear them down with strikes from the clinch, put them on the mat, and then bludgeon them with ground and pound tactics. His memorable look will of course do little to hurt his career either. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Simon Vine defeats Gideon Navarro by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Simon Vine defeats Tyler Lass by TKO (Strikes) in 4:13 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Gabriel Gallego at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Simon Vine by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Miyagi vs. Vine (September 1996) Ichisake Miyagi Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 2. Simon Vine defeats Syed Tan by TKO (Strikes) in 2:11 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Sukarno vs. Hojo (June 2001) 3. Chew Chua defeats Simon Vine by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Sukarno (September 2001) #19. "Citizen Pain" Will Kane (20-6) Will Kane is an Englishman of Asian descent who was once considered one of the best Welterweights in the world. Originally from a Muay Thai background, he has gradually grown from a vicious striker into an all around MMA competitor. He is best known for his long-time association with BCF where he was a dominant Welterweight champion. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Will Kane defeats Teco by TKO (Strikes) in 2:11 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Will Kane defeats Delroy Rhodes by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:51 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 84 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ichisake Miyagi at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Will Kane defeats David Webb by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) BCF: Webb vs. Kane (February 1997) Will Kane Won The BCF Welterweight Title 2. Will Kane defeats Gordon Idle by TKO in 4:09 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) BCF: Kane vs. Idle (March 1998) Will Kane Retains The BCF Welterweight Title 3. Will Kane defeats Doug Hansen by TKO in 3:30 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) BCF: Kane vs. Hansen (May 1999) Will Kane Retains The BCF Welterweight Title 4. Will Kane defeats Mikey Wallace by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) BCF: Kitson vs. Hornsby (January 2000) Will Kane Retains The BCF Welterweight Title 5. Will Kane defeats Vikram Sithalayan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) BCF: Kane vs. Sithalayan (September 2000) Will Kane Retains The BCF Welterweight Title 6. Mills Mullally defeats Will Kane by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) BCF: Kane vs. Mullally (February 2001) Mills Mullally Won The BCF Welterweight Title 7. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Will Kane by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Asanovic (May 2001) 8. Ikku Funaki defeats Will Kane by TKO in 3:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) #18. Martin "The Crippler" Cupples (14-1) Martin Cupples boasts heavy hands and some strong boxing skills, and is a knock out artist of some skill. Unlike many other former boxers he has also developed a sturdy takedown defence and some good defensive skills on the ground too. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Martin Cupples defeats Procopio Golias by TKO (Strikes) in 3:58 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 12 (February 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Martin Cupples defeats Ern Fathoui by TKO (Strikes) in 4:56 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 3. Martin Cupples defeats Alberto Basora by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:51 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 84 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Nathan Chambers at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Martin Cupples defeats Robert Darrell by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:07 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) BCF Best of British 3 (April 2001) 2. Vikram Sithalayan defeats Martin Cupples by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) BCF: Baines vs. Schneider (July 2001) #17. "Black Superman" Nathan Chambers (20-4) Nathan Chambers is one of the biggest heels in MMA, whose big mouth and cocky persona have made him one of the most well known fighters in America. A fantastic athlete who is a master of weight cutting, his success has been built on his bullying wrestling and huge punching power, a combination that few Welterweights have been able to withstand. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Nathan Chambers defeats Danny Rowan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 9 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Nathan Chambers defeats Konosuke Shirahata by TKO (Strikes) in 1:45 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 84 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Martin Cupples at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Nathan Chambers defeats Yevgeni Sipatov by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 6: Sipatov vs. Chambers (July 1995) Nathan Chambers Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 2. Julio Regueiro defeats Nathan Chambers by Submission (Kimura) in 4:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA: European Invasion II (February 1996) Julio Regueiro Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 3. Rufus Stephens defeats Nathan Chambers by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 27: Rubenstein vs. LeToussier (November 1998) 4. Nathan Chambers defeats Rufus Stephens by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 31: Rubenstein vs. Patinkin (July 1999) 5. Rufus Stephens defeats Nathan Chambers by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA Battle Lines 2: Morrison vs. Sugar II (January 2000) 6. Nathan Chambers defeats Josh Aldarisio by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) GAMMA 40: Herringbone vs. John (February 2001) 7. Darin Blood defeats Nathan Chambers by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:55 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 46: Sugar vs. Keane (August 2001) #16. "The Show Stopper" Jack Humphreys (27-10) Jack Humphreys was one of the first major fighters to figure out that trash talking and a controversial personality sold tickets. He has been the fighter that fans love to hate for many years. A solid wrestler with a talent for beating opponents up in the clinch, he challenged for the GAMMA Welterweight title in 1997 but was beaten by Julio Regueiro. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Jack Humphreys defeats Wyatt Ashur by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:46 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 42 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Jack Humphreys defeats Chojiro Goto by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:27 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 86 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Dale Burke at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Julio Regueiro defeats Jack Humphreys by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 14: Regueiro vs. Humphreys (January 1997) Julio Regueiro Retains The GAMMA Welterweight Title 2. Yevgeni Sipatov defeats Jack Humphreys by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 43: Dean vs. Moura (May 2001) #15. Vikram "Punishment" Sithalayan (21-4) Vikram Sithalayan is Pakistan's premier MMA competitor, and has become successful thanks to his seemingly inexhaustable cardio, his top notch grappling skills, and his biggest weapon, a deadly array of submission holds with an emphasis on applying leglocks from the most unlikely of places. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Vikram Sithalayan defeats Ronaldo Roncatto by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 3:32 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 39 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Vikram Sithalayan defeats Bruno Epps by Submission (Kimura) in 1:15 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 83 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ikku Funaki at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. David Webb defeats Vikram Sithalayan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) BCF: Webb vs. Sithalayan (September 1996) David Webb Retains The BCF Welterweight Title 2. Vikram Sithalayan defeats Bret Clement by Submission (Armbar) in 2:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) BCF: Keane vs. O'Breen (December 1998) 3. Vikram Sithalayan defeats David Webb by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) BCF: Spyrou vs. Phookan (October 1999) 4. Will Kane defeats Vikram Sithalayan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) BCF: Kane vs. Sithalayan (September 2000) Will Kane Retains The BCF Welterweight Title 5. David Webb defeats Vikram Sithalayan by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) BCF: Potter vs. Alois II (January 2001) 6. Vikram Sithalayan defeats Martin Cupples by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) BCF: Baines vs. Schneider (July 2001) #14. Josh "TNT" Aldarisio (19-2) Josh Aldarisio was an outstanding college wrestler who was an alternate for the American Olympic Team. Explosive, he quickly learned how to use his lightning fast double leg and suffocating top control to become successful in MMA and is now recognized as one of the top Welterweights in the world. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Josh Aldarisio defeats Marcus Rimmer by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:34 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Josh Aldarisio defeats Brad Wyman by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 84 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Josh Aldarisio defeats Yevgeni Sipatov by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 34: Rubenstein vs. Herringbone (March 2000) 2. Josh Aldarisio defeats Callum Henson by Submission (Guillotine) in 1:37 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 39: Dean vs. Ripley (December 2000) 3. Nathan Chambers defeats Josh Aldarisio by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) GAMMA 40: Herringbone vs. John (February 2001) #13. Yevgeni Sipatov (31-9) Yevgeni Sipatov, known among fans as "The Godfather of Lay And Pray" was the first fighter to find major success through the strategy of mixing good takedowns with unbreakable top control. A sport-wide improvement in takedown defence has seen him lose his elite-level status but he still remains a fighter who can cause a lot of headaches. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Yevgeni Sipatov defeats Slade Cregg by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 42 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Yevgeni Sipatov defeats Heinz-Hermann Haussermann by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 86 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Alan Kendall at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Yevgeni Sipatov defeats Dan Halvorsen by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) GAMMA 3: Sipatov vs. Halvorsen (October 1994) Yevgeni Sipatov Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 2. Nathan Chambers defeats Yevgeni Sipatov by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 6: Sipatov vs. Chambers (July 1995) Nathan Chambers Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 3. Alan Kendall defeats Yevgeni Sipatov by TKO in 0:54 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 28: Dean vs. Garner (January 1999) 4. Josh Aldarisio defeats Yevgeni Sipatov by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 34: Rubenstein vs. Herringbone (March 2000) 5. Yevgeni Sipatov defeats Jack Humphreys by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 43: Dean vs. Moura (May 2001) #12. Jens "Battery" Halle (20-3) Jens Halle is not a subtle fighter, as his nickname "Battery" suggests, he only has one mode of attack and that's to come forward with fists flying. He is a difficult fighter to take on because of this awkward style, even more so when you take into account the fact that his iron chin seems to make him all but impervious to strikes. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Jens Halle defeats Willem Van Ommen by TKO (Cut) in 4:53 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Jens Halle defeats Valdo Calamari by TKO (Strikes) in 3:56 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 84 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Bussho Maruyama at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Kenneth Toadspew defeats Jens Halle by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:49 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Halle (April 2000) Kenneth Toadspew Retains The SIGMA Welterweight Title 2. Jens Halle defeats Evgeni Medtner by TKO (Cut) in 2:42 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Lermontov vs. Mellberg (February 2001) 3. Jens Halle defeats Filip Hristov by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Soldo vs. Kurri III (November 2001) #11. Fukusaburo Hirano (17-2-1) Fukusaburo Hirano is one of the most versatile fighters in the world, a Japanese Welterweight star who is a supremely dangerous striker who can more than handle himself on the ground too. Perhaps his only weakness is his mediocre grappling, which can be exposed, especially as like most Eastern fighters he does not cut weight and so is often considerably smaller when competeing against Western talent. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Fukusaburo Hirano defeats Augustin Gonzalez by Submission (Armbar) in 0:59 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Fukusaburo Hirano defeats Cooper Richardson by Submission (Armbar) in 3:07 of Round 1 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Templeton Crumb at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Carlos da Guia defeats Fukusaburo Hirano by Knock Out (Kick) in 3:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Hirano (June 1998) Carlos da Guia Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 2. Fukusaburo Hirano defeats Xie Ming by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Cabal vs. Fezzik II (February 2001) 3. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Fukusaburo Hirano by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:14 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1's Warriors of the Ring 2 (December 2001) Noach Van Der Capellen Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title #10. Alan "Flash" Kendall (18-5) Alan Kendall is a consistent and versatile performer who always brings a tough challenge, a pro's pro. Good in pretty much every area of MMA, his only real weakness is that while he is a jack of all trades he is a master of none, and so if vulnerable to fighters who are excellent in a specific discipline. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Alan Kendall defeats Hoburn Pallisades by Submission (Kimura) in 1:57 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 42 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Alan Kendall defeats Chikafusa Abukara by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:23 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 86 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Yevgeni Sipatov II at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Alan Kendall defeats Peter Bracewell by TKO (Strikes) in 1:24 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 23: Foster vs. Aiona (March 1998) 2. Alan Kendall defeats Yevgeni Sipatov by TKO in 0:54 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 28: Dean vs. Garner (January 1999) 3. Julio Regueiro defeats Alan Kendall by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 2:28 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 33: Regueiro vs. Kendall (November 1999) Julio Regueiro Retains The GAMMA Welterweight Title 4. Rufus Stephens defeats Alan Kendall by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 42: Sugar vs. Morrison III (April 2001) 5. Alan Kendall defeats Tyler Lass by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 45: John vs. Watson (July 2001) #9. Templeton "The Body" Crumb (24-4) Tempelton Crumb is an ultra-tough South African fighter, who was quite successful as an amateur boxer, and it's those skills that he brings to the table as his major weapon in MMA. Although he does not possess true knock out power, he has the fundamental boxing skills that most mixed martial artists lack, and so is able to gradually pick people apart over time. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Templeton Crumb defeats Craig Hulme by TKO (Strikes) in 1:57 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Templeton Crumb defeats Kichisaburo Morri by TKO (Strikes) in 3:29 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Fukusaburo Hirano at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Evgeni Medtner defeats Templeton Crumb by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Medtner vs. Crumb (July 1997) Evgeni Medtner Won The SIGMA Welterweight Title 2. Templeton Crumb defeats Piotr Dabrowski by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:22 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Basora vs. Lermontov (June 1999) 3. Templeton Crumb defeats Bjarne Bjerre by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:35 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Halle (April 2000) 4. Kenneth Toadspew defeats Templeton Crumb by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Crumb (January 2001) Kenneth Toadspew Retains The SIGMA Welterweight Title 5. Templeton Crumb defeats Carmelo Rossi by TKO (Strikes) in 0:47 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) SIGMA: Grygera vs. Tariverdiev (September 2001) #8. "The Fist of Justice" Ikku Funaki (22-6) Ikku Funaki is one of the hardest punchers in MMA, and has knocked out more than his share of opponents with his trusty right hand. He is also known for his vicious ground and pound, raining down bombs like a madman. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Ikku Funaki defeats Lev Safanov by TKO (Strikes) in 2:35 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 39 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Ikku Funaki defeats Evan Pizzarro by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 83 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Vikram Sithalayan at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Ikku Funaki defeats Bakin Sakamoto by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:22 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Funaki vs. Sakamoto (January 1995) Ikku Funaki Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 2. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Ikku Funaki by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamada vs. Fujishima (August 1995) Ichisake Miyagi Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 3. Ikku Funaki defeats Kafu Bunya by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1's Warriors of the Ring 1 (January 2001) 4. Ikku Funaki defeats Will Kane by TKO in 3:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) #7. "Mad Dog" Gabriel Gallego (22-5) Gabriel Gallego, appropriately nicknamed "Mad Dog", is one of the most savagely violent fighters in Mixed Martial Arts. Famous for his vicious elbow and knee strikes, the Argentinian is noted for his running feud with pretty much any fighter from Brazil, a campaign of violence that has led to him being called "Brazil's Most Wanted". CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Gabriel Gallego defeats Christopher Earle by Knock Out (Knee) in 3:23 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Gabriel Gallego defeats Iain Fussell by Knock OUt (Kick) in 0:41 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Simon Vine at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Charles Stiles defeats Gabriel Gallego by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Excellent) FLB: Stiles vs. Gallego (July 1996) Charles Stiles Won The FLB Welterweight Title 2. Gabriel Gallego defeats Peter Bracewell by Knock Out (Knee) in 4:09 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA Battle Lines 1: Foster vs. Boyer (June 1999) 3. Gabriel Gallego defeats Lloyd McAllister by TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 4:20 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA Battle Lines 3: Regueiro vs. Brubaker (August 2000) 4. Gabriel Gallego defeats Bobby Brubaker by TKO (Strikes) in 3:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA Battle Lines 4: Brubaker vs. Gallego (January 2001) Gabriel Gallego Won GAMMA Welterweight Title 5. Julio Regueiro defeats Gabriel Gallego by Submission (Kimura) in 2:54 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) Julio Regueiro Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title #6. "The Pain Train" Chew Chua (25-6) Chew Chua is a very dangerous striker from Singapore, who is a devastating Thai Boxing champion who has a string of vicious knock outs to his name. There are very few opponents who can go toe-to-toe with him without suffering a bad beating. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Chew Chua defeats Tristao Bosi by TKO (Strikes) in 2:47 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 39 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Chew Chua defeats Filip Hristov by Knock Out (Kick) in 4:27 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 83 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Rich Robinson at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Kafu Bunya defeats Chew Chua by TKO in 9:22 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Bunya vs. Chua (December 1998) Kafu Bunya Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 2. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Chew Chua by TKO (Strikes) in 1:14 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Abukara (April 2001) Noach Van Der Capellen Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 3. Chew Chua defeats Simon Vine by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Sukarno (September 2001) #5. Bobby "All-Star" Brubaker (17-4) Bobby Brubaker is a Canadian Taekwondo expert, and a dangerous Welterweight competitor who, based upon the amount of knock outs he has achieved, appears to have dynamite in his left hand. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Bobby Brubaker defeats Guy Moss by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:30 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Bobby Brubaker defeats Evgeni Medtner by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:25 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Diego Arteta at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Bobby Brubaker defeats Dan Halvorsen by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 27: Rubenstein vs. LeToussier (November 1998) 2. Bobby Brubaker defeats Jim Carpenter by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:44 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 31: Rubenstein vs. Patinkin (July 1999) 3. Bobby Brubaker defeats Tyler Lass by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:12 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA Battle Lines 2: Morrison vs. Sugar II (January 2000) 4. Bobby Brubaker defeats Julio Regueiro by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:02 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA Battle Lines 3: Regueiro vs. Brubaker (August 2000) Bobby Brubaker Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 5. Gabriel Gallego defeats Bobby Brubaker by TKO (Strikes) in 3:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA Battle Lines 4: Brubaker vs. Gallego (January 2001) Gabriel Gallego Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 6. Bobby Brubaker defeats Rufus Stephens by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 45: John vs. Watson (July 2001) #4. "The Devil In Blue" Ichisake Miyagi (29-4) Ichisake Miyagi is a rugged competitor who has made a reputation for himself as one of the toughest Welterweights in the world. An excellent wrestler, his usual gameplan is to grab his opponent in a clinch and break their will with slicing razor sharp elbows, painful knees, and punishing dirty boxing. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Michihiro Kodera by Knock Out (Elbow) in 1:35 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Jayden Karp by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 84 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Will Kane at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Ikku Funaki by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamada vs. Fujishima (August 1995) Ichisake Miyagi Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 2. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Kichasaburo Morri by TKO (Strikes) in 7:49 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Miyagi vs. Morri (January 1996) Ichisake Miyagi Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 3. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Bakin Sakamoto by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Poor) ALPHA-1: Miyagi vs. Sakamoto (May 1996) Ichisake Miyagi Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 4. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Simon Vine by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Miyagi vs. Vine (September 1996) Ichisake Miyagi Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 5. Carlos da Guia defeats Ichisake Miyagi by Knock Out (Knee) in 1:20 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Yamada vs. Ina II (February 1997) Carlos da Guia Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 6. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Kafu Bunya by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Bunya vs. Miyagi (October 1999) Ichisake Miyagi Won The ALPHA-1: Welterweight Title 7. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Ichisake Miyagi by TKO (Leg Kick) in 4:10 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) ALPHA-1: Miyagi vs. Capellen (December 2000) Noach Van Der Capellen Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 8. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Will Kane by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Asanovic (May 2001) 9. Ichisake Miyagi defeats Claudio Palacios by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) ALPHA-1: Abukara vs. Lette II (October 2001) #3. Manuel "The Prodigy" Silva (21-0) Manuel Silva became a National Muay Thai champion and a black belt in BJJ before he'd even reached his 21st birthday, and it's clear he is blessed with staggering physical gifts. The man called "The Prodigy" has quickly become one of the top Welterweights on the planet on the back of a run of matches where he has simply destroyed everyone in his path, and many feel that he is destined to be one of the all-time greats. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Manuel Silva defeats Houston George by Knock Out (Knee) in 2:46 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 42 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Manuel Silva defeats Stian Agdestein by TKO (Strikes) in 4:04 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 86 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Fisher Kaye at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Manuel Silva defeats Charles Stiles by TKO (Strikes) in 1:52 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) FLB: Stiles vs. Silva (May 1997) Manuel Silva Won The FLB Welterweight Title 2. Manuel Silva defeats Ricardo Fernandes by Knock Out (Kick) in 1:02 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Silva vs. Fernandes (March 1998) Manuel Silva Retains The FLB Welterweight Title 3. Manuel Silva defeats Ruy Mendes da Rocha by Knock Out (Elbow) in 4:03 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Silva vs. da Rocha (December 1998) Manuel Silva Retains The FLB Welterweight Title 4. Manuel Silva defeats Claudio Palacios by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) FLB: Silva vs. Palacios (July 1999) Manuel Silva Retains The FLB Welterweight Title 5. Manuel Silva defeats Charles Stiles by TKO (Leg Kick) in 2:23 of Round 5 (Rated: Excellent) FLB: Silva vs. Stiles II (April 2000) Manuel Silva Retains The FLB Welterweight Title 6. Manuel Silva defeats Orlando de Carvalho by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) FLB: Silva vs. de Carvalho (April 2001) Manuel Silva Retains The FLB Welterweight Title 7. Manuel Silva defeats David Allen by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) #2. "The Super Animal" Noach Van Der Capellen (31-3) Noach Van Der Capellen is one of the most exciting strikers in MMA, a crowd favorite who loves to throw in spectacular punches and crazy kicks along with his more traditional, and very effective, boxing attacks. His unorthodox striking, KO power, and difficulty to hold down, have made him one of the most successful Welterweights on the planet. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Phil Ball by Knock Out (Punch) in 2:06 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 39 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Walter May by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:03 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 83 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Jonathan Huang at Canadian Tournament Combat 111 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Ichisake Miyagi by TKO (Leg Kick) in 4:10 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) ALPHA-1: Miyagi vs. Capellen (December 2000) Noach Van Der Capellen Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 2. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Chew Chua by TKO (Strikes) in 1:14 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Abukara (April 2001) Noach Van Der Capellen Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 3. Noach Van Der Capellen defeats Fukusaburo Hirano by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:14 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1's Warriors of the Ring 2 (December 2001) #1. "Spanish Silk" Julio Regueiro (27-1) Julio Regueiro is one of the smoothest, most fluid fighters in the business, a fact that has earned him the nickname "Spanish Silk". The Welterweight from Madrid is one of the top Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitors in Mixed Martial Arts and supplements his ground skills with some dynamic kick-boxing attacks too, making him one of the most well-rounded fighters in the sport. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Julio Regueiro defeats Mily Golovanov by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 9 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 41 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament 2. Julio Regueiro defeats Roger Quince by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 2:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 85 (January 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. David Allen at Canadian Tournament Combat 112 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Julio Regueiro defeats Nathan Chambers by Submission (Kimura) in 4:31 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA European Invasion II (February 1996) Julio Regueiro Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 2. Julio Regueiro defeats Jack Humphreys by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 14: Regueiro vs. Humphreys (January 1997) Julio Regueiro Retains The GAMMA Welterweight Title 3. Julio Regueiro defeats Rufus Stephens by Submission (Triangle) in 1:42 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 22: Rubenstein vs. Watson (January 1998) Julio Regueiro Retains The GAMMA Welterweight Title 4. Julio Regueiro defeats Darin Blood by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:56 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 30: Regueiro vs. Blood (May 1999) Julio Regueiro Retains The GAMMA Welterweight Title 5. Julio Regueiro defeats Alan Kendall by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 2:28 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 33: Regueiro vs. Kendall (November 1999) Julio Regueiro Retains The GAMMA Welterweight Title 6. Bobby Brubaker defeats Julio Regueiro by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:02 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA Battle Lines 3: Regueiro vs. Brubaker (August 2000) Bobby Brubaker Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title 7. Julio Regueiro defeats Lloyd McAllister by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 3:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 41: Foster vs. Boyer II (March 2001) 8. Julio Regueiro defeats Gabriel Gallego by Submission (Kimura) in 2:54 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 47: Gallego vs. Regueiro (September 2001) Julio Regueiro Won The GAMMA Welterweight Title Unranked Fighters Alec Owlett (3-1, 1-1 CTC) Brad Wyman (12-2, 2-1 CTC) Bradley Dixon (20-15, 0-1 CTC) Buster East (5-1, 0-1 CTC) Callum Henson (24-10, 1-1 CTC) Craig Hulme (6-1, 1-1 CTC) Dale Burke (4-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Jack Humphreys at Canadian Tournament Combat 112) Deacon Stawford (6-9, 0-1 CTC) Ethan LeGrange (8-1, 0-1 CTC) Evan Gardner (12-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Eiji Masuko at Canadian Tournament Combat 112) Felix Mattherson Jr (11-1, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Garth Neill at Canadian Tournametn Combat 111) Fisher Kaye (9-4-1NC, 2-0-1NC CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Manuel Silva at Canadian Tournament Combat 112) Garth Neill (7-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Felix Mattherson Jr at Canadian Tournament Combat 111) Marcus Rimmer (2-1, 1-1 CTC) Rich Robinson (11-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Chew Chua at Canadian Tournament Combat 111) Van Jolson (6-3, 0-1 CTC) Zachary Gilbert (14-11, 0-1 CTC) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 8, 2023 Author Share Posted October 8, 2023 Friday, Week 1, February 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Anarchist" Matthew Dean (39-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Dynamite" Ollie Castle (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Underdog +950) Matthew Dean is one of the most successful MMA fighters of all time, and has dominated the ultra-competitive GAMMA Middleweight division for many years as champion, turning aside great challengers like Neil Napier and Buddy Garner along the way. His success has always been built around his brilliant wrestling and suffocating top control but over the years he has added some crisp boxing and underrated BJJ into the mix too. Undefeated since GAMMA 1 in 1994, he looks unstoppable at times. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Chesney Brightman in the second round of the tournament. Ollie Castle is a youngster from London, England, who is looking to make an impact on MMA. Having trained in boxing since a young age, he has fast hands and great technique, as well as the raw power that earned him the nickname "Dynamite". He debuted for BCF in April 2001 and made an instant splash, knocking Wayne McKellen out cold with a single vicious uppercut. He won by third round TKO over Todd D'Abruzzo in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round knock out over Casim Yenkini in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Leonardo da Costa vs. Kadonomaro Deguchi in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Heiji "The Immortal" Endo (17-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -500) vs. Ginger Beaumont (11-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Underdog: +350) Heiji Endo has become a huge star in Japan because of his legendary warrior spirit and ability to withstand punishment, despite being involved in some brutal wars (most notably a brutal bout against Mal Phe Roby) and having been subjected to some savage assaults, it wasn't until he faced the legendary Carlos da Guia in April 2000 that someone was able to stop him within the time limit. He has since regrouped after that loss and has been busy trying to get back into contention for another title shot. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Jackson Goode in the second round of the tournament. Ginger Beaumont is a hard-hitter from Glasgow, and a big fan of using ground and pound tactics to destroy opponents, using his power and speedy double-leg takedowns to get the opponent in position. He could do with working on his striking technique, but his raw power still makes him hard to stand with even if he is a bit sloppy. A regular with BCF, he is one of the fastest rising stars in the Middleweight division and has become a real fan favorite, particularly in Scotland. He won by Unanimous Decision over Ed Burridge in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Tore Herlovsen in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of JJ Reid vs. Marinho Gomes in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Amazing" JJ Reid (27-7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -940) vs. Marinho Gomes (10-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Underdog: +750) JJ Reid is a veteran French Canadian fighter who is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is widely regarded as being one of the most dangerous submission artists at 185 lbs. His striking game is effective rather than dangerous, quick and elusive, he tends to rack up points with his darting hit and run tactics while not taking much damage himself. In recent years he has lost more frequently and it appears that his skills may be on the wane. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Nate Dawes in the second round of the tournament. Marinho Gomes is a good striker from Brazil, who is known for how quick he moves around the ring and also for his large arsenal of crazy kicks. He is not particularly good at grappling or being on his back, and those twin issues will probably keep him from ever becoming a major player. He fought for the vacant FLB Middleweight title in October 1999, losing to Joaquim Fontes, and that remains his career peak to date. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Jemaine McKenzie in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Heiji Endo vs. Ginger Beaumont in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Adam "Blitz" White (13-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -820) vs. "The Flying V" Esteban Vega (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #185, Underdog: +650) Adam White is a potential star in the making, who combines excellent freestyle wrestling with unorthodox striking to make him a very dangerous fighter who is difficult for opponents to figure out. His powerful double leg takedowns and nasty ground and pound are a particularly potent finishing combination for him. Originally nicknamed "Hollywood", he dropped that moniker when he joined GAMMA to avoid confusion with Ricky Heath, and now goes by "Blitz", a reference to his deadly ground strikes. He is coming off a 37 second TKO victory over Leandro Bastos in the second round of the tournament. Esteban Vega is an extremely promising young talent from Mexico, who looks to have all the tools to be a major contender. His boxing is excellent, he has a strong wrestling background, and he has developed great defence while off his back. He won by Unanimous Decision over Luka Hajek in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Davis Spyrou in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Mario de Souza vs. Wederson de Oliveira in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Leonardo da Costa (17-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Underdog: +100) vs. Kadonomaro Deguchi (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -110) Leonardo da Costa is a black belt and respected teacher in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whose ground game makes him a very dangerous Middleweight as he can slap on a submission hold at a moment's notice. Unfortunately for his career, he has consistently shown a ridiculous inability to stick to a gameplan, often getting sucked into wild brawls that plays directly to his weaknesses rather than his stre ngths. He started fighting for FLB in 1998 and was with them all the way through to their demise in 2001, going 4-0 in that time. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Glenn Pimm in the second round of the tournament. Kadonomaro Deguchi is widely considered to be one of Japan's most promising young talents, and was one of the most decorated amateur wrestlers that country has ever seen, it's the skills he learned there that make him such a potential star. A takedown artist with phenomenal scrambling skills and top control, once he has an opponent grounded they find it very hard to get back up. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Saemon Endo in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Matthew Dean vs. Ollie Castle in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Zaco (48-15, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -540) vs. "The Total Package" Heath Kaladaris (8-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Underdog: +430) Zaco is a true MMA veteran, a dreadlocked warrior who is a familiar face to fans of the sport. A rugged wrestler, his stock in trade is to get close and wear down his opponents with grappling and dirty boxing. A good Middleweight, his career has been defined by the fact that he almost always wins against anyone other than the elite, but never ever seems to be able to get that elusive big win. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Wesley Sneep in the second round of the tournament. Heath Kaladaris is an Australian of Greek descent, who looks set to be a big player in MMA. Orginally a kick boxer, he has cross trained in a variety of martial arts in order to provide himself with a solid ground game too. After impressing on the local circuit, BCF hired him to their Middleweight division in 2000. He won by first round submission over Keitaro Makino in the first round of the tournament, before winning by third round knock out over Thomas Smith in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jaromir Grygera vs. Atsutane Akera in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Mario de Souza (25-9, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Favorite: -630) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (8-1-1NC, 1-0-1NC CTC, Tournament Seed: #168, Underdog: +500) Mario de Souza is one of the most solid fighters in Mixed Martial Arts, and is primarily a ground competitor, where his BJJ skills make him very dangerous, but also has the ability to stand and strike. He has been most closely associated with FLB, where he was an ever present on their roster from their first show right through to their last. Now in his mid-30s, his best years may be behind him. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Jason Pilgrim in the second round of the tournament. Wederson de Oliveira is a BJJ fighter from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Good off his back, and extremely dangerous when it comes to slapping on armbars at a moment's notice, his only problem is that his striking is mediocre at best and so opponents know exactly what to expect from him. He won by fourth round submission over Ethan Sutton in the first round of the tournament, then lost by Unanimous Decision to Stuart Strange in the second round, but was allowed to continue in the tournament when Strange failed a drug test. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Adam White vs. Esteban Vega in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Jaromir Grygera (22-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -130) vs. "The Surgeon" Atsutane Akera (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Underdog: -110) Jaromir Grygera is a veteran of the sport, a rugged wrestler who possesses a potent ground and pound game and is known as being one of the hardest Middleweights in the world to finish. He is a former two-time SIGMA Middleweight champion and was the first man ever to hold the title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ukyo Narita in the second round of the tournament. Atsutane Akera is one of Japan's brightest young talents, a Jiu-Jitsu submission specialist who is known for his ability to take people apart with remarkable precision. He debuted for ALPHA-1 in early 2000, and other than a blip when he was controversially beaten by Jakuchu Abe by split decision, has fitted in well. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Osi Lewis in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Zaco vs. Heath Kaladaris in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Matthew Dean (185 lbs) vs. Ollie Castle (185 lbs) Heiji Endo (185 lbs) vs. Ginger Beaumont (185 lbs) JJ Reid (185 lbs) vs. Marinho Gomes (185 lbs) Adam White (185 lbs) vs. Esteban Vega (185 lbs) Leonardo da Costa (185 lbs) vs. Kadonomaro Deguchi (185 lbs) Zaco (185 lbs) vs. Heath Kaladaris (185 lbs) Mario de Souza (185 lbs) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (185 lbs) Jaromir Grygera (185 lbs) vs. Atsutane Akera (185 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 87 Full Fight Card MW: Matthew Dean vs. Ollie Castle MW: Heiji Endo vs. Ginger Beaumont MW: JJ Reid vs. Marinho Gomes MW: Adam White vs. Esteban Vega MW: Leonardo da Costa vs. Kadonomaro Deguchi MW: Zaco vs. Heath Kaladaris MW: Mario de Souza vs. Wederson de Oliveira MW: Jaromir Grygera vs. Atsutane Akera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 9, 2023 Author Share Posted October 9, 2023 Friday, Week 1, February 2003 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 MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Jaromir Grygera (22-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Teplice, Czech Republic, Favorite: -130) vs. "The Surgeon" Atsutane Akera (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Jaromir Grygera going head to head with 'The Surgeon' Atsutane Akera. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Akera connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Moving in fast, Grygera wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Grygera is trying to push Akera so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Grygera can't move Akera at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Akera looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Grygera grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 1 - 03:55) Grygera gets a verbal warning from the referee! (Rd 1 - 03:55) Grygera is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Grygera is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 1 - 03:45) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Akera looks to sweep a leg out from under Grygera so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 02:48) An outside leg trip sweeps Grygera down to the ground! (Rd 1 - 02:48) Grygera ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Akera, with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Akera tries to ensnare Grygera in a guillotine. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Grygera blocks the choke. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Grygera hits Akera with a few weak strikes to the back. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Akera starts trying to get Grygera on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 01:31) He is too good for Grygera, and gets side control. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Akera attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Grygera fights off the kimura attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Akera fires away with right hands, but Grygera doesn't take much damage. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Akera fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Akera. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Moving in, Grygera appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Akera can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Grygera seizes the chance and grabs Akera into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Using his wrestling skills, Grygera is trying to push Akera up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Akera isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Akera tries to wrestle Grygera backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:29) He does so and now has Grygera pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Akera scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Grygera gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Akera drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Grygera takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Grygera takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Akera attempts to hit a knee but Grygera tightens the clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Grygera throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Akera lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Grygera is able to grab Akera. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Grygera is trying to muscle Akera up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:09) He does so and now has Akera pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Grygera presses Akera up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:56) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Grygera tries to keep him up against the cage, but Akera works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Grygera aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Akera throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 00:44) With a clear opportunity, Grygera is able to move in fast and clinch with Akera. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Using his wrestling skills, Grygera is trying to push Akera up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Grygera can't move Akera at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Akera is looking to muscle Grygera back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Akera achieves it, pinning Grygera to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Akera tries to foot stomp Grygera, but he puts himself off balance and gets turned around against the cage. (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 Akera. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Akera ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:46) Akera can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Grygera with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:42) Grygera is able to grab Akera. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Using his wrestling skills, Grygera is trying to push Akera up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Grygera does it, Akera is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Grygera presses Akera up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Grygera presses Akera up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:43) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Grygera tries to keep him up against the cage, but Akera works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:37) Taking a few gulps of breath, Grygera is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 02:37) Akera is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Akera can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Without taking too much damage, Grygera is able to clinch with Akera. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Grygera is trying to muscle Akera up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Grygera can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Akera is trying to push Grygera so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Grygera ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Akera drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 3 - 01:31) Akera catches Grygera with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Akera tries to use a knee from the clinch, but Grygera is able to block it. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Grygera lands a few quick punches to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Akera catches Grygera with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Akera attempts to throw an elbow, but Grygera tightens the clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Grygera goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Akera smothers Grygera against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Akera just about edged it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Grygera will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 4 - 04:54) Akera can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Grygera had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:36) A jab hits home from Akera and then he hits Grygera with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Akera confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Akera lands two jabs and then hits Grygera with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:20) It looks like Grygera has been cut across the forehead by a strike. (Rd 4 - 04:01) Grygera wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 4 - 04:01) Akera hits a left jab and then hits Grygera with a leg kick. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Akera chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Grygera down. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Grygera sprawls brilliantly, not only preventing the takedown but pushing Akera down onto his hands and knees. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Grygera prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Akera who is able to spring back up. (Rd 4 - 02:52) Akera looked like he was about to shoot, but Grygera stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Grygera is trying to push Akera so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Akera doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Akera looks to take Grygera down with a trip. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Akera gets side control off a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 4 - 02:12) In side control, Akera begins working to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Grygera desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Akera ends up in half guard. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Akera throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Akera starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Grygera comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Akera in half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:14) Akera tries to pound on Grygera, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Akera, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Grygera is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Bleeding, Grygera is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:50) Akera fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Grygera with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 5 - 04:41) Grygera is able to grab Akera. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Grygera tries to wrestle Akera backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Akera out-wrestles him though. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Akera tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Grygera is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard! (Rd 5 - 04:00) Akera throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 5 - 03:39) Akera is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 5 - 03:39) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Grygera tries to get back up. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Akera is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Akera somehow manages to come out on top of Grygera in north-south position. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Akera attempts an armbar as he spins out from north-south position. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Akera gets the armbar applied, forcing Grygera to tap! (Rd 5 - 02:55) The winner, by submission, is 'The Surgeon' Atsutane Akera! Official Result: 'The Surgeon' Atsutane Akera defeats Jaromir Grygera (Submission (Armbar) in 2:05 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jaromir Grygera reaffirms that he is now retiring from MMA. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Mario de Souza (25-9, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -630) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (8-1-1NC, 1-0-1NC CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +500) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Mario de Souza goes up against Wederson de Oliveira. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Stewart Morecambe, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab hits home from de Souza and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:27) de Souza connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Wederson had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:09) de Souza hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Wederson aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:51) de Souza connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:37) de Souza connects with a nice jab and then hits Wederson with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:12) de Souza throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 02:56) de Souza hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:41) de Souza can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Without taking too much damage, Wederson is able to clinch with de Souza. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Wederson looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:26) An outside leg trip sweeps de Souza down to the ground! (Rd 1 - 02:26) de Souza gives up his back. (Rd 1 - 01:58) de Souza gets into an even worse position as Wederson applies a body triangle. (Rd 1 - 01:34) With the body triangle on tight, Wederson tries to flatten de Souza out for the rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 01:34) de Souza fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:09) de Souza struggles valiantly against Wederson, getting free from the body triangle but at the expense of being mounted. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Wederson tries to ensnare de Souza in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 00:49) The armbar is fully applied, de Souza has no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 00:16) Wederson de Oliveira takes the win by submission! Official Result: Wederson de Oliveira defeats Mario de Souza (Submission (Armbar) in 4:44 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Mario de Souza announces that this was his last MMA fight as he has decided to retire. Post-Fight: Wederson de Oliveira thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Showing respect, Wederson de Oliveira praises de Souza for his skill and toughness. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Zaco (48-15, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -540) vs. "The Total Package" Heath Kaladaris (8-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Perf, Australia, Underdog: +430) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Zaco takes on 'The Total Package' Heath Kaladaris. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Kaladaris forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Zaco manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Kaladaris lands two jabs and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Zaco. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Zaco shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:52) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Kaladaris has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Zaco looks to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 03:41) He passes guard, but Kaladaris was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 03:26) The scramble leaves Kaladaris on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Zaco is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Kaladaris allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 1 - 02:54) The scramble ends with Zaco grabbing Kaladaris and shoving him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Kaladaris is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Zaco tries dirty boxing, but Kaladaris works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 1 - 01:49) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Kaladaris comes forward. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Zaco tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Kaladaris lands a left hand and then he hits Zaco with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Kaladaris comes forward, walking down Zaco. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Zaco lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Kaladaris connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:34) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Kaladaris confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Zaco had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:07) A jab hits home from Kaladaris and then he 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) Incredibly close round, but Kaladaris came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Kaladaris 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 - 04:48) Zaco looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Kaladaris fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a nice right head kick. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Zaco 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 Kaladaris, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 2 - 04:42) Kaladaris moves in close and creams Zaco with a vicious right uppercut...and down he goes! (Rd 2 - 04:38) Kaladaris knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Zaco, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 04:38) Kaladaris pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Kaladaris attempts to arm triangle Zaco from side control. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Zaco fights off the arm triangle attempt. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Zaco skillfully moves to full guard. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Kaladaris looks to get past the guard. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Zaco tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 03:32) The scramble sees Zaco up first, and he is quick to wrestle Kaladaris up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:18) It isn't pretty, but Zaco has Kaladaris stuck up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:18) 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 - 02:08) Kaladaris is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Showing his ability to control opponents, Zaco smothers Kaladaris against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 00:44) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Kaladaris moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Zaco looked like he was going to shoot, but Kaladaris simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Kaladaris hits a left jab and then lands a hard low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Zaco had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:07) A punch from Kaladaris fails to land. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (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 Kaladaris, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Kaladaris ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:45) Zaco moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Kaladaris can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Zaco shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:33) The takedown is successful, Kaladaris pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 04:33) That's two takedowns from two attempts. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Kaladaris is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Zaco off of him. (Rd 3 - 03:53) Zaco keeps tight to Kaladaris, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Kaladaris throws out some punches, but Zaco leans back to avoid them. (Rd 3 - 03:14) In guard, Zaco begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 3 - 03:14) Kaladaris was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 3 - 03:00) The scramble sees Kaladaris up first, only to be grabbed in a waist lock from behind. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Zaco pins Kaladaris face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Zaco uses dirty boxing to punish Kaladaris while he is pressed face-first up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Zaco smothers Kaladaris 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 3 - 01:17) Kaladaris is controlled face-first up against the cage and takes a few left hands to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Kaladaris is controlled face-first up against the cage and takes a few left hands to the side of the face and ribs. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Zaco pins Kaladaris face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Kaladaris is trapped face-first up against the cage and Zaco punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Zaco tries to keep Kaladaris up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Kaladaris wrestles free and is able to circle back to the center. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Kaladaris lands a left hand and then catches Zaco with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Good round, that's the sort of action we like to see. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Zaco, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Kaladaris up 29-28. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 05:00) Zaco is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Zaco had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Kaladaris can't connect with a jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Kaladaris hits a left hand, but Zaco avoids a big right. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Zaco is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Kaladaris is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Zaco comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Zaco gets hold of a leg but Kaladaris remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 4 - 04:16) With Kaladaris not going down, Zaco settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Zaco pins Kaladaris up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Zaco smothers Kaladaris up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:51) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Showing his ability to exert control, Zaco smothers Kaladaris up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:47) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 4 - 01:54) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Zaco limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 4 - 01:42) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Zaco lands a left hook. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Kaladaris is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Limping slightly, Zaco is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 4 - 01:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:30) Kaladaris dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a low kick. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Kaladaris appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Limping quite noticeably, Zaco is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 4 - 01:10) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 01:10) Kaladaris slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:49) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 4 - 00:28) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Zaco tries to wrestle Kaladaris backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Zaco does it, Kaladaris is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Kaladaris is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Kaladaris. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Zaco 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) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:45) Kaladaris comes in looking to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Kaladaris can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:32) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Zaco, but Kaladaris was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Kaladaris connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Kaladaris doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 04:23) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Zaco is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 5 - 04:13) Kaladaris lands a left jab, but Zaco avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 03:54) Zaco may have been aiming to get in close, but Kaladaris aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 03:54) Kaladaris fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Zaco with a crunching right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:44) A tired Zaco moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Kaladaris partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Zaco has a hold of the other. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Zaco drives Kaladaris up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Zaco smothers Kaladaris against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 03:07) Zaco pins Kaladaris up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:07) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 5 - 02:02) Zaco is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 02:02) Kaladaris is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 01:49) Zaco smothers Kaladaris against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Kaladaris is trapped against the cage and Zaco punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:22) Zaco tries to keep him up against the cage, but Kaladaris works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:56) A tired-looking Zaco shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:56) Zaco couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Kaladaris hops in place on the other. (Rd 5 - 00:56) With Kaladaris not going down, Zaco settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:42) Zaco, despite being visibly fatigued, manages to get Kaladaris backed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:42) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, until the round ends. They both look very tired as they head back toward their respective corners. (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 Zaco, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Kaladaris. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe: 49-46 Zaco. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw scores the contest as 48-47 to Zaco. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Zaco the winner by split decision! Official Result: Zaco defeats 'The Total Package' Heath Kaladaris (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Zaco gives a name-check to everyone at House of Pain, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Kaladaris for a tough fight. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Leonardo da Costa (17-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Underdog: +100) vs. Kadonomaro Deguchi (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Leonardo da Costa going head to head with Kadonomaro Deguchi. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) A jab is wide from da Costa, but then he catches Deguchi with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Without taking too much damage, Deguchi is able to clinch with da Costa. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Deguchi is looking to wrestle da Costa to the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:41) It's unsuccessful, da Costa maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 04:25) da Costa uses a whizzer to turn Deguchi slightly, creating enough space for him to break free of the grappling entirely. (Rd 1 - 04:05) da Costa moves in on Deguchi, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Deguchi lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:05) da Costa throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Deguchi looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but da Costa simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:51) da Costa throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Setting it up well, Deguchi shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:40) da Costa gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Deguchi gets his first takedown of the bout. (Rd 1 - 03:30) da Costa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Deguchi off of him. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Deguchi throws some minor strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:49) da Costa attempts to grab an arm of Deguchi from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:49) da Costa gets an armbar fully applied and forces the tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:09) Leonardo da Costa takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Leonardo da Costa defeats Kadonomaro Deguchi (Submission (Armbar) in 2:51 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Leonardo da Costa gives a name-check to everyone at Escola de Luta, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He talks about tapping Deguchi out and says that he is very happy with his submission technique. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Adam "Blitz" White (13-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -820) vs. "The Flying V" Esteban Vega (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Guadalajara, Mexico, Underdog: +650) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Adam 'Blitz' White takes on 'The Flying V' Esteban Vega. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Stewart Morecambe, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:55) White misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Vega attacks with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Vega confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:45) White, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them. (Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab hits home from Vega and then he scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Vega steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:29) White throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Vega can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:14) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Vega sees a head kick coming and counters with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Moving forward constantly, Vega is pressuring White. (Rd 1 - 03:53) White lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Vega throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Vega stalks forward, pressuring White. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Vega avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:38) A flurry of three punches from Vega see one of them land but White avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:17) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Vega comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 02:43) White misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Vega feints an attack that leaves White slightly off balance. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Vega can't connect with a jab, but then he hits White with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Switching to a southpaw stance, Vega gets ready to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Vega moves forward, constantly trying to pressure White into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:19) White hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Vega feints one way, throwing White off balance, then steps to the other side. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Vega lands a right hand and then he catches White with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Vega hits a right jab and then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:39) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Vega misses an attempted body shot and gets countered with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Vega attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:17) White throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Vega connects with a jab but White dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Vega comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 00:58) White lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Vega doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high left head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Vega lands one of three quick punches but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Vega hits two right jabs and then scores with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Vega took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:46) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:46) White is well off target with a head kick and gets punished with a left jab and a left hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:22) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:22) White connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Vega finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Vega is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 04:10) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:10) White deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid. (Rd 2 - 04:10) White throws two punches but Vega has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 2 - 03:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:54) White is off target with a left jab but lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Vega throws four quick punches and lands one of them but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Setting it up with excellent timing, White comes forward and shoots for the takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:32) White has the takedown! Vega pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:24) White fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 03:07) White fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 02:43) White fires away with right hands, but Vega doesn't take much damage. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) White pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 02:14) White throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 01:48) White fires away with punches, but Vega doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) White attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:35) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Vega starts a scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Vega scrambles to his feet, but White immediately drives him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:02) White catches Vega with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:47) With Vega stuck against the cage, White tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 2 - 00:47) White uses a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 2 - 00:47) White ends up holding a seated Vega around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:22) White tries to pound on Vega, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Vega tries to cage walk, but White keeps him trapped. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to White, 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) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Vega comes forward. (Rd 3 - 04:49) White throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Vega can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Vega comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:37) White fires off a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:37) A jab lands from Vega but White avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 3 - 04:16) There's a takedown attempt from White, showing great power and speed. (Rd 3 - 04:16) The takedown is completed, White was too much for Vega. (Rd 3 - 04:16) White ends up holding a seated Vega around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:10) White tries to pound on Vega, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 3 - 03:53) Using the cage, Vega tries to walk up, but cannot break the control of White. (Rd 3 - 03:35) White begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 3 - 03:35) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. (Rd 3 - 02:52) White prevents Vega from using the cage to stand, keeping him firmly pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:39) White begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 3 - 02:39) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Vega tries to stand by using the cage, but can't shake White off and remains seated. (Rd 3 - 01:30) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Kyle Crisp separating them. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Vega forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:25) White lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 01:25) A quick flurry of punches from Vega sees two of three hit home but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:56) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Vega misses a jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 00:56) White lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:36) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:36) White is off-target with a jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Vega lands a left jab and also hits a left hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:19) White scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Vega scores with a brace of jabs but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Vega, 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Vega up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:52) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:52) White hits a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Vega hits a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:30) White misses with a pair of jabs but hits a glancing blow with a high kick. Vega is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 4 - 04:16) White is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Vega 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 - 04:04) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Vega scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:04) White doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:48) Vega misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. White attacks with a quick left jab and a low kick that narrowly misses. (Rd 4 - 03:25) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Vega misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. White comes in with a quick left jab and a spinning back kick that doesn't connect. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Vega looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 03:16) White tries to use some dirty boxing, but Vega uses his wrestling skills to smother him. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Using his wrestling skills, White is trying to push Vega up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:58) He does so and now has Vega pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:46) Vega is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 02:46) White hits Vega, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) White pins Vega up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:17) White catches Vega with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:09) White smothers Vega against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 01:58) White pins Vega up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 4 - 01:49) White keeps Vega up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Vega is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 01:27) White tries to use dirty boxing against Vega, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 4 - 01:09) White tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Vega uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 4 - 00:50) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 00:50) A little fatigue may be creeping in, White is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 4 - 00:36) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:36) White misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Vega attacks with a good right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:31) White is limping slightly. (Rd 4 - 00:18) Vega throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 00:08) White seizes the chance and grabs Vega into a clinch. (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 White, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 04:51) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:51) Vega is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:51) White connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:28) White misses a jab but hits a good right hand. Vega uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:07) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Vega hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. White hits a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 5 - 03:59) Limping slightly, White is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 5 - 03:52) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Vega misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. White attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Vega seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:44) White is looking to muscle Vega back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Vega ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Vega is trapped against the cage and White hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 5 - 03:11) White doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 03:11) White catches Vega with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:59) White hits Vega, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:40) White smothers Vega against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 5 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:27) White hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 02:21) White smothers Vega against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 02:03) Vega uses his wrestling skills to prevent White from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:44) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:30) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 5 - 01:03) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 00:36) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 00:36) White slips past a right hook and counters with a nice right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:10) White misses a jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Vega lands a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (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 White, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 49-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Adam 'Blitz' White wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: Adam 'Blitz' White defeats 'The Flying V' Esteban Vega (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Adam White gives a name-check to everyone from Evolution MMA, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Adam White praises Vega for his skill and toughness. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Amazing" JJ Reid (27-7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Val d'Or, Quebec, Favorite: -940) vs. Marinho Gomes (10-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +750) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Amazing' JJ Reid against Marinho Gomes. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Stewart Morecambe, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Reid hits a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Gomes doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:40) That last hit did some damage, Reid is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He slumps up against the cage looking dazed and unsteady! (Rd 1 - 04:40) Gomes moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Reid is rocked again! (Rd 1 - 04:31) A right cross thumps into Reid! (Rd 1 - 04:25) Gomes lands a hard right hand right through the guard, sending Reid down to the canvas! (Rd 1 - 04:21) Gomes quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Reid! (Rd 1 - 04:21) Reid is back up too fast though. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Gomes looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Reid looked like he was going to shoot, but Gomes simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Gomes can't connect with a jab, but then catches Reid with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:40) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Reid misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Gomes attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 1 - 03:18) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Gomes throws a two-punch combo but Reid avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Reid shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:36) He has the takedown! Gomes pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Reid is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 02:24) He manages to pass, but only to half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Reid tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:17) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Gomes scrambles to his feet, but Reid immediately drives him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:50) With the cage trapping Gomes, Reid looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Gomes prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation! (Rd 1 - 00:50) Gomes doesn't get away with it, referee Harry A. Bierce sees it and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 1 - 00:50) With Gomes stuck against the cage, Reid tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:50) An outside leg trip sweeps Gomes down to the ground! (Rd 1 - 00:50) Gomes is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Reid holding him down. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Reid tries to lock Gomes in a choke. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Gomes blocks the choke. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gomes, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Reid, 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) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:45) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Reid misses with a big right hand, allowing Gomes to counter with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Reid misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Gomes comes in with a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Gomes fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Reid with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Reid chooses to shoot in on Gomes. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Gomes gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Reid is trying to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Reid passes guard, but Gomes was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 2 - 03:42) The scramble sees Reid up first, and he is quick to wrestle Gomes up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:31) With Gomes stuck against the cage, Reid tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:31) A great inside leg trip sees Gomes get thrown to the mat and Reid is left in guard. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Reid tries to pound on Gomes, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 02:53) In guard, Reid begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 2 - 02:53) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:25) Reid throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:09) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Reid may have been setting up to shoot, but Gomes aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Gomes tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Taking a few gulps of breath, Gomes is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 00:34) Reid comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:34) Reid gets the takedown! Gomes pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Reid tries to pound on Gomes, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Reid pounds away, but Gomes isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Reid took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:52) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 04:24) There's a takedown attempt from Reid. (Rd 3 - 04:24) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Reid has now completed six takedowns. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Reid throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Reid throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Reid attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:25) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Reid attempts to armbar Gomes from side control. (Rd 3 - 02:23) A straight armbar is applied, Gomes is in danger of having his arm hyper-extended! (Rd 3 - 02:23) Reid loses the hold! Somehow Gomes got his arm free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Reid smartly reacts by securing side control once again. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Reid keeps Gomes guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:42) In side control, Reid catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Reid attempts an armbar. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Gomes blocks it. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Reid attempts a kimura. (Rd 3 - 00:54) The kimura is fully applied, Gomes has no option but to tap out! (Rd 3 - 00:15) The winner, by submission; JJ Reid! Official Result: 'The Amazing' JJ Reid defeats Marinho Gomes (Submission (Kimura) in 4:45 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: JJ Reid gives a name-check to everyone at Montreal Fight Sciences, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. JJ Reid gives a show of respect to his opponent. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Heiji "The Immortal" Endo (17-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -500) vs. Ginger Beaumont (11-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Glasgow, Scotland, Underdog: +350) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Heiji 'The Immortal' Endo battles Ginger Beaumont in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Stewart Morecambe, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Endo forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Beaumont throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Endo throws a one-two, but Beaumont was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Endo forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Beaumont tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Endo lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Endo moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beaumont into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Beaumont fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Endo can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Beaumont with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Endo comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Beaumont hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Endo connects with a nice jab and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Beaumont. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Endo comes forward, walking down Beaumont. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Beaumont lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Endo hits a left jab and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Endo steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Beaumont fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Endo throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Endo initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Beaumont misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:09) A jab is wide from Endo, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:00) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Endo uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Beaumont hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Endo sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Endo gets the takedown! Beaumont pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Endo attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Beaumont keeps Endo in guard. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Beaumont tries to pull Endo in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Endo looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Beaumont comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Endo in guard. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Beaumont throws out some punches, but Endo leans back to avoid them. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Endo attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 00:41) He passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Endo pounds away, but Beaumont calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Endo blocks Beaumont as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Endo. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Endo sets it up well and shoots in at speed. (Rd 2 - 04:23) The takedown is successful, Beaumont pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Endo looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 04:17) He passes, but only to half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Endo tries to cut Beaumont with a slicing elbow, but misses. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Beaumont tries to sweep Endo but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Endo punches down at Beaumont, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Beaumont uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Endo is too quick though, and grabs side control before Beaumont can get up. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Endo tries to ensnare Beaumont in a kimura. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Beaumont defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Beaumont tries to move to guard, but Endo doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Endo looks to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Endo mounts Beaumont. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Endo unloads with two big elbows but Beaumont covers up well and absorbs all of the impact on his forearms. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Endo pounds away on Beaumont, landing a few glancing elbow strikes but nothing too damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Endo lands a powerful elbow strike that caught Beaumont on the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:51) The strikes are hard enough to force Beaumont to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process! (Rd 2 - 00:40) Endo successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Endo, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Endo gets the rear naked choke fully applied, but the round comes to an end before he can get the tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Endo took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Endo up 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:54) There's a very quick takedown attempt from Endo. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Beaumont cannot stop the takedown, Endo drove in with too much power. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Beaumont ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Endo, with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Endo begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Endo shifts his position brilliantly to get mount! (Rd 3 - 04:01) Endo unloads with some elbows but Beaumont deals with them comfortably. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Beaumont tries to turn over and sweep Endo, but rolls too far and gives up his back! (Rd 3 - 03:21) Beaumont is in increasing trouble, as Endo gets both hooks in. (Rd 3 - 03:07) With both hooks in, Endo tries to flatten Beaumont out for the rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Endo flattens Beaumont out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 3 - 02:36) The winner, by submission, is Heiji 'The Immortal' Endo! Official Result: Heiji 'The Immortal' Endo defeats Ginger Beaumont (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:24 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Heiji Endo praises his team at Dragon's Lair Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he once again calls out Braulio Moura, adding that "he is ducking me because he knows he'll lose". There's no doubt that Heiji Endo benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Anarchist" Matthew Dean (39-5, 1-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Dynamite" Ollie Castle (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: West London, England, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Anarchist' Matthew Dean competes against 'Dynamite' Ollie Castle in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Edward Wilde, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Dean clearly has a significant weight advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Castle connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Castle steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Castle lands two left hands and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Setting it up with excellent timing, Dean comes forward and shoots for the takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:07) He drives forward with a double leg takedown attempt, Castle is swept off his feet and backward! (Rd 1 - 04:07) Dean ends up holding a seated Castle around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Dean looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Castle from a seated position onto his back. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Dean shifts his position brilliantly to get mount! (Rd 1 - 03:20) Dean tries to lock Castle in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Castle gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 02:44) By submission, the winner is Matthew Dean! Official Result: 'The Anarchist' Matthew Dean defeats 'Dynamite' Ollie Castle (Submission (Armbar) in 2:16 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Matthew Dean praises his team at Halvorsen's, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Dean says that he is really happy with his submission game and that he was very confident that he could tap out Ollie Castle if he got the opportunity. Attendance: 380 Gate Reciepts: $37,620 Sponsorship: $35,698 Ad Revenue: $1,074,412 Merchandise: $4,497 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $237,230) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Matthew Dean $104,792 Ollie Castle $12,017 FotN: Both: $10,000 Heiji Endo $47,690 Ginger Beaumont $3,404 SotN: Endo: $5,000 JJ Reid $15,582 Marinho Gomes $1,722 Adam White $7,494 Esteban Vega $2,017 Leonardo da Costa $5,924 Kadonomaro Deguchi $3,321 Zaco $16,031 Heath Kaladaris $1,890 Wederson de Oliveira $4,400 Mario de Souza $4,182 Atsutane Akera $3,834 Jaromir Grygera $2,830 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $25,922 Profit: $880,067 Critical Rating: 75% Commercial Rating: 71% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +4.0% 97.5% (High Level Regional) USA +4.0% 9.0% (Low Level National) UK +4.0% 94.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.2% 88.7% (High Level Regional) Australia +2.2% 84.9% (High Level Regional) Japan +4.0% 95.2% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.2% 87.8% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.3% 76.4% (High Level Regional) Mexico +2.2% 84.5% (High Level Regional) South America +3.6% 95.4% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 78.5% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.5% 72.5% (High Level Regional) News - The drug test results have come back from Canadian Tournament Combat 85, and all fighters tested clean. - Jaromir Grygera announced his retirement to the crowd following his loss to Atsutane Akera. He retires with a professional record of 22-7, with a promotional record of 1-1 with CTC, including a Unanimous Decision victory over Ukyo Narita at Canadian Tournament Combat 43, and a fifth round submission loss to Atsutane Akera at Canadian Tournament Combat 87. He is a two-time SIGMA Welterweight Champion (March 1997-December 1997, No Defences, April 2001-September 2001, No Defences). - Mario de Souza announces his retirement to the crowd following his loss to Wederson de Oliveira. He retires with a professional record of 25-10, with a promotional record of 1-1 with CTC, including a first round submission victory over Jason Pilgrim at Canadian Tournament Combat 43, and a first round submission loss to Wederson de Oliveira at Canadian Tournament Combat 87. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Ollie Castle, Ginger Beaumont, Marinho Gomes, Esteban Vega, Kadonomaro Deguchi, and Heath Kaladaris. 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CageRage Posted October 9, 2023 Author Share Posted October 9, 2023 Saturday, Week 1, February 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Braulio "Louco" Moura (26-3-1NC, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -620) vs. Wes "The Hurt" Hersch (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #197, Underdog: +490) Braulio Moura is considered by many to be Brazil's top Middleweight, a Muay Thai striker who is known for his crisp technique and "swarming" style where he will try to overwhelm opponents with a constant barrage of blows. His excellent cardio helps him maintain his trademark high intensity even in later round when his opponents are flagging. The first FLB Middleweight champion, Moura moved to GAMMA in August 1999 and got a title shot two years later, unfortunately for him, Matthew Dean promptly handed him his first loss in many years. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Frederico Vergara in the second round of the tournament. Wes Hersch is an extremely promising Middleweight, who has an extensive background in amateur wrestling but has added some great submission skills on top of that. The result is that he has the ability to take most guys to the ground and the know-how to end fights once they get there. He won by first round submission over Uwe Maier in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Mortimer Greenfell in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Toshiyaki Ukiyo vs. Ojay Houghley in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Carlos da Guia (20-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -880) vs. Ethan "The Terror" Sutton (10-2, 1-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #189, Underdog: +700) Carlos da Guia is a Muay Thai expert, and one of MMA's most dynamic and exciting fighters to watch, as well as one of it's most successful. Making full use of his extraordinary flexibility and reach, he is known for his fluid, creative and plain devastating striking game. A former Welterweight and Middleweight champion in ALPHA-1, he looked nigh unbeatable before being upset by fellow Brazilian Joaquim Fontes in August 2001 for his first ever pro loss. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Billy Russell in the second round of the tournament. Ethan Sutton is a Canadian Middleweight who looks to have a bright future in MMA. Primarily a wrestler with excellent takedowns, he also has some solid boxing skills at his disposal, although the lack of power in his hands means that he is unlikely to get too many knock out on the way. Going 9-0 on the Canadian local circuit, Sutton was picked up by GAMMA in 2001. His debut, unfortunately for him, saw him lose his undefeated streak at the hands of Vivinho. He lost by fourth round submission to Wederson de Oliveira in the first round of the tournament, but was reinserted into the bracket in place of Pip Mercurial when he failed a drug test after defeating Andrew Rush, Sutton then went on to win by fourth round submission over Julio Gutierrez in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kojuro Kudo vs. Maarten De Vries in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Kojuro Kudo (14-4-1NC, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -110) vs. "The Executioner" Maarten De Vries (18-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Underdog: +100) Kojuro Kudo is a quality striker, who mixes up technically excellent boxing with powerful leg kicks to make a potent attack, the way he can change levels makes him very hard to figure out. The rest of his MMA game varies between "work in progress" and "competent", but overall he's a tough opponent to face. He won by Split Decision over Moe Muschin in the second round of the tournament. Maarten De Vries is a favorite of MMA fans around the world, and is widely loved for his exciting fighting style, which is based primarily around his array of spectacular kicks, although his occasionally reckless attacks do sometimes leave him in trouble. A GAMMA icon, he headlined the first ever event and was the first ever Middleweight champion too. In recent years he has increasingly struggled and he decided to take a hiatus from the sport following a bad KO loss to Patrick Thomas at GAMMA 44. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Osvald Kikkas in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Carlos da Guia vs. Ethan Sutton in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Russian Nightmare" Fjodor Kanchelskis )(15-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -760) vs. Ramon da Silva Ramos (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Underdog: +600) Fjodor Kanchelskis is one of Europe's best, a Russian Sambo star who is a rugged fighter that is dangerous from all areas. A fine grappler, if he can get his opponent to the ground he is more than capable of submitting them or pounding them into oblivion, but he also has some good stand-up that can cause many problems too. A dominant Middleweight champion in SIGMA, he moved to ALPHA-1 in 2001 only to suffer his first pro defeat on his debut when Heiji Endo put on a career best performance to out-fight him. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Rodrigo de Mello in the second round of the tournament. Ramon da Silva Ramos is one of the hottest prospects in Brazilian MMA. An outstanding kick boxer with a lethal head kick in his arnsenal, he is also tough to take down and even tougher to submit. His one and only apparent weakness is that his grappling is mediocre at best, leaving him open to being shut down by top wrestlers. An FLB regular for a few years, where he remained undefeated, he joined GAMMA in 2001. He won by third round TKO over Budiman Lie in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round TKO over Rhys Buck in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Brendon Nicol vs. Bill Brown in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Talented" Sutton Ripley (18-4-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -910) vs. Vivinho (10-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Underdog: +720) Sutton Ripley is an enigma, one of the most under-rated fighters in MMA due to his highly unique fighting style. He has developed his tactics around his two biggest assets, his ferocious right hand and his uncanny balance which makes him incredibly hard to take down. It has proved to be effective over the years. A GAMMA regular, he unsuccessfully challenged Matthew Dean for the Middleweight title at GAMMA 39, the biggest fight of his career thus far. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Chaim Alexievich in the second round of the tournament. Vivinho is a dangerous striker who is well known for his lethally vicious kicks. He can compete with anybody in the world in a stand-up battle, but is in trouble if the fight goes to the ground or becomes a grappling contest as he is very weak at both. A former FLB regular, he joined GAMMA's Middleweight division in 2001. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Vlad Kogan in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jordan Flintstone vs. Yaichiro Takahama in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Brendon "The Jock" Nicol (3-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #148, Underdog: +590) vs. Bill "The Marine" Brown (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #173, Favorite: -740) Brendon Nicol is an excellent amateur wrestler who is now looking to dominate MMA. Superb in the clinch, his ability to wear down opponents with smothering grappling and dirty boxing will be the key to his attempts to conquer the sport. He won by Unanimous Decision over Euclydes Filho in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fifth round submission over Henning Olsen in the second round of the tournamnet. Bill Brown is physically imposing, and might be the best pure athlete in Mixed Martial Arts. On top of his physical gifts, he is a good wrestler, and an extremely dangerous competitor on the ground, where he can comfortably finish opponents with either brutal ground and pound or his slick submission skills. He won by first round submission over Billy Fish in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Genki Shinashi in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fjodor Kanchelskis vs. Ramon da Silva Ramos in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Jordan "Fred" Flintstone (9-0-1NC, 1-0-1NC CTC, Tournament Seed: #140, Favorite: -130) vs. Yaichiro "Moon Boy" Takahama (9-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +100) Jordan Flintstone was a stand-out wrestler in college and now has combined his grappling with a vicious ground and pound game to make him a dangerous opponent. He will need to improve his mediocre cardio if he is ever to trouble the elite of MMA however. He won by Unanimous Decision over Mariusz Nowak in the first round of the tournament, before losing by third round submission to Osmosis Benn in the second round of the tournament, however he was reentered into the bracket when Benn failed a drug test following the fight. Yaichiro Takahama is a tall, thin Middleweight who likes to use his crisp boxing to take apart opponents. He has decent grappling and ground skills, but usually uses them purely in a defensive capacity. He made his ALPHA-1 debut in late 2000 but has endured a rough start to his career in the big leagues. He won by Unanimous Decision over Chip Warburton in the first round of the tournament, before winning by third round knock out over Augustus Shorrock in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sutton Ripley vs. Vivinho in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Toshiaki Ukiyo (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +100) vs. "Mr. Fanastic" Ojay Houghley (4-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Favorite: -110) Toshiaki Ukiyo is a tall Middleweight, a tricky boxer who can dazzle opponents with his slick punching ability. Not great off his back, he does however have great hips and as a result his sprawl is superb, meaning opponents struggle to get him down. He won by Unanimous Decision over Suketsune Okuma in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Carl Ratcliffe in the second round of the tournament. Ojay Houghley is an all-rounder from Green Bay, Wisconsin. He trained in boxing in his early teens, but soon branched out and tried his hand at wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, and kick boxing too. The end result is a fighter who feels comfortable wherever a contest ends up and that versatility makes him a dangerous foe. He won by fourth round TKO over Andre Passos in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Hiroshige Shiga in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Braulio Moura vs. Wes Hersch in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Braulio Moura (185 lbs) vs. Wes Hersch (185 lbs) Carlos da Guia (185 lbs) vs. Ethan Sutton (185 lbs) Kojuro Kudo (185 lbs) vs. Maarten De Vries (185 lbs) Fjodor Kanchelskis (185 lbs) vs. Ramon da Silva Ramos (185 lbs) Sutton Ripley (185 lbs) vs. Vivinho (185 lbs) Brendon Nicol (185 lbs) vs. Bill Brown (185 lbs) Jordan Flintstone (185 lbs) vs. Yaichiro Takahama (185 lbs) Toshiaki Ukiyo (185 lbs) vs. Ojay Houghley (185 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 88 Full Fight Card MW: Braulio Moura vs. Wes Hersch MW: Carlos da Guia vs. Ethan Sutton MW: Kojuro Kudo vs. Maarten De Vries MW: Fjodor Kanchelskis vs. Ramon da Silva Ramos MW: Sutton Ripley vs. Vivinho MW: Brendon Nicol vs. Bill Brown MW: Jordan Flintstone vs. Yaichiro Takahama MW: Toshiaki Ukiyo vs. Ojay Houghley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 10, 2023 Author Share Posted October 10, 2023 Saturday, Week 1, February 2003 Live From Victoria, 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 MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Toshiaki Ukiyo (2-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +100) vs. "Mr. Fanastic" Ojay Houghley (4-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Favorite: -110) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which Toshiaki Ukiyo fights 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Showing good hand speed, Ukiyo lands one out of a flurry of four punches but Houghley avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Houghley, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:27) A quick flurry of punches from Ukiyo sees three of five hit home and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:57) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:36) There's a takedown attempt from Houghley. (Rd 1 - 03:36) The takedown is completed, Ukiyo is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:28) In guard, Houghley is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Houghley pounds away with elbow strikes but Ukiyo isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 02:44) For the moment Houghley is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Houghley fires away with elbows but Ukiyo doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Houghley fires away with elbows but Ukiyo doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 01:45) Houghley attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 01:45) He passes guard, but Ukiyo was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 01:34) The scramble sees Ukiyo up first, only to be grabbed in a waist lock from behind. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Grappling from behind, Houghley attempts to pick Ukiyo up and force him down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Ukiyo tries to block it but has limited success and Houghley eventually succeeds with the takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Ukiyo winds up going chest-first into the mat, making it a simple task for Houghley to simply hold on to take his back! (Rd 1 - 01:04) Houghley successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Houghley unloads with big right hands, but Ukiyo is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Houghley attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 1 - 00:26) The rear naked choke is fully applied, but Houghley can't claim the submission because the round ends right then! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Houghley took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:46) Houghley scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Ukiyo moves in behind five quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then hits Houghley with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Ukiyo moves in behind four quick punches, one of them finding a home, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Houghley misses with a big right hand, allowing Ukiyo to counter with a couple of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Ukiyo throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Houghley seizes the chance and shoots in on Ukiyo. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Ukiyo sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Ukiyo attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Houghley hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:33) A nice feint from Ukiyo causes Houghley to become open. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Ukiyo lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Houghley lands a left jab but doesn't reach with a hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Ukiyo throws four quick punches and lands three of them but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:32) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Houghley uses a left jab but doesn't reach with a hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Ukiyo hits two out of a flurry of four punches but misses with a right hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Attacking with intent, Ukiyo scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but Houghley avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Houghley, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Ukiyo connects with a jab, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Houghley gets hold of Ukiyo. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Ukiyo, 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 - 04:45) Ukiyo closes in on Houghley, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:45) It looked like we were about to see Houghley try and get some grappling started, but Ukiyo was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Showing good hand speed, Ukiyo lands two out of a flurry of three punches but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ukiyo is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Houghley looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ukiyo simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Showing good hand speed, Ukiyo lands three out of a flurry of four punches but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Ukiyo comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Houghley hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Two left hands land from Ukiyo, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Ukiyo comes forward, walking down Houghley. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Houghley lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Ukiyo fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:10) A jab lands from Ukiyo, but Houghley avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Attacking with a quick flurry, Ukiyo lands three of five punches and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Ukiyo goes to a southpaw stance. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Moving forward constantly, Ukiyo is pressuring Houghley. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Houghley hit a counter left hand. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Stepping in, Ukiyo throws five quick punches, two of which land, and then he catches Houghley with a left hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Ukiyo comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Houghley fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Showing good hand speed, Ukiyo lands one out of a flurry of five punches and then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Houghley hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Ukiyo scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry but misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Ukiyo, looking shattered, can't stop Houghley pulling him into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Houghley is looking to muscle Ukiyo back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Houghley achieves it, pinning Ukiyo to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Houghley looks to take Ukiyo down with a trip. (Rd 3 - 00:53) An outside leg trip sweeps Ukiyo down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard! (Rd 3 - 00:36) Houghley looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Ukiyo fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 3 - 00:21) The scramble leaves Ukiyo turtled up with Houghley behind. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Houghley pounds away and Ukiyo eats a few big strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Ukiyo. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Ukiyo. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:53) Ukiyo moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Houghley appeared to be going for a takedown, but Ukiyo took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Attacking with intent, Ukiyo scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but can't connect with a right to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Ukiyo throws a quick five punch combination but doesn't land any of the blows. (Rd 4 - 04:01) Ukiyo doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 4 - 04:01) Houghley takes the chance and shoots on Ukiyo. (Rd 4 - 03:54) The takedown is unsuccessful, Ukiyo sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Houghley steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Ukiyo tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 4 - 03:21) With a clear opportunity, Houghley is able to move in fast and clinch with Ukiyo. (Rd 4 - 03:11) Houghley is trying to push Ukiyo so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:11) Ukiyo ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Houghley tries to take Ukiyo down. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Ukiyo blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 02:53) Ukiyo doesn't get away with it, referee Harry A. Bierce sees it and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 02:53) Dropping down, Houghley secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Ukiyo is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Ukiyo prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation! (Rd 4 - 02:53) Referee Harry A. Bierce fails to spot that bit of cheating! (Rd 4 - 02:53) With Ukiyo stuck against the cage, Houghley tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 4 - 02:53) He has the takedown! Ukiyo pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Houghley begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Houghley throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Houghley looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Ukiyo was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 4 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Houghley is up first and quickly grabs Ukiyo, pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Houghley drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Ukiyo prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation! (Rd 4 - 00:40) The referee saw that and pauses the action before taking a point off Ukiyo! (Rd 4 - 00:40) The referee puts them back against the cage, then restarts the fight. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Houghley tries to take Ukiyo down. (Rd 4 - 00:40) He has the takedown! Ukiyo pulls half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:24) Houghley unloads with big rights, but Ukiyo covers up well. (Rd 4 - 00:12) Houghley throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Houghley, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It's also important to remember that Ukiyo got deducted a point. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I make it 38-37 to Houghley. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:47) Ukiyo throws a three-punch combo but Houghley defends against all of them. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Houghley moves in fast and clinches with Ukiyo. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Houghley tries to wrestle Ukiyo backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Ukiyo ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:08) With Ukiyo stuck against the cage, Houghley tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 5 - 04:08) The takedown is successful, Ukiyo goes down. (Rd 5 - 04:08) Houghley ends up holding a seated Ukiyo around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Houghley looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Ukiyo from a seated position onto his back. (Rd 5 - 03:50) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. (Rd 5 - 02:52) Ukiyo hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Houghley tries to improve his position. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Houghley shows his ground skills and gets full mount! (Rd 5 - 01:44) Houghley drops some stiff elbows and Ukiyo is getting pounded into the ground! (Rd 5 - 01:26) Houghley unloads with two big elbows but Ukiyo covers up well and absorbs all of the impact on his forearms. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Houghley lands a powerful elbow strike that caught Ukiyo on the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Ukiyo tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Houghley has his back! (Rd 5 - 01:02) Houghley attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 5 - 01:02) Ukiyo fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 5 - 00:23) Ukiyo attempts to turn over. (Rd 5 - 00:23) The turn is well executed, and Ukiyo is able to twist around and get on top in guard. (Rd 5 - 00:02) Ukiyo hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Houghley. (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 Houghley. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers scores the contest as 48-46 to Houghley. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe: 47-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse: 49-45 Houghley. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by majority decision, is 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley! Official Result: 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley defeats Toshiaki Ukiyo (Majority Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ojay Houghley name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Ojay Houghley says he thinks it should have been a unanimous decision. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Jordan "Fred" Flintstone (9-0-1NC, 1-0-1NC CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Favorite: -130) vs. Yaichiro "Moon Boy" Takahama (9-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +100) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Jordan 'Fred' Flintstone taking on Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Takahama can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Flintstone with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Circling warily, Flintstone is looking for a chance to shoot. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Takahama can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Flintstone with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Takahama steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Flintstone, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Takahama tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Takahama can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Takahama confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Takahama can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Takahama hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Flintstone shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Flintstone gets the takedown! Takahama pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Flintstone smothers Takahama with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Flintstone attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 02:39) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Takahama starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) The scramble leaves Flintstone on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 02:11) For the moment Takahama is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Flintstone wriggles backward, taking both him and Takahama back toward the side of the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Using the cage for support, Flintstone manages to stand up, bringing Takahama up too. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Takahama moves back away from the grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:11) A tentative jab from Flintstone lands. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Takahama hits a right jab and then catches Flintstone with a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Takahama connects with a nice jab and then hits Flintstone with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Flintstone keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Takahama lands two jabs and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Flintstone looked like he was going to shoot, but Takahama simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Takahama hits a right hand, but a big left to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Takahama fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Flintstone with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Takahama, but only a 10-9. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Takahama connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:32) A jab hits home from Takahama and then he hits Flintstone with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Takahama is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Flintstone may have been setting up to shoot, but Takahama aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Takahama connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Takahama throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Takahama moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Showing good hand speed, Takahama lands two out of a flurry of three punches but Flintstone evades a big left punch. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Flintstone appeared to be going for a takedown, but Takahama took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Takahama can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Flintstone with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Takahama can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Circling warily, Flintstone is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Takahama throws a punch but Flintstone avoids it. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Flintstone comes in and grabs Takahama in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Flintstone, controlling the grapple with Takahama, tries to scoop him up for a slam. (Rd 2 - 02:27) There's the slam! Takahama is planted onto his back, and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 02:15) For the moment Flintstone is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Takahama tries to catch Flintstone with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Flintstone smothers Takahama with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Flintstone smothers Takahama with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Takahama is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Flintstone off of him. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Flintstone tries to pound on Takahama with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (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 Takahama. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Takahama is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:54) Flintstone appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Takahama took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:54) A jab hits home from Takahama and then he catches Flintstone with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Takahama hits a right hand, but Flintstone avoids a big left. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Takahama is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 04:20) It looked like we were about to see Flintstone try and get some grappling started, but Takahama was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Takahama lands a right hand and then hits Flintstone with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Flintstone wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Takahama lands a jab and then hits Flintstone with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Takahama doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Takahama uses a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Takahama throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 3 - 03:01) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Flintstone, but Takahama was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Takahama can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Flintstone chooses to shoot in on Takahama. (Rd 3 - 02:49) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Takahama is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Flintstone tries to pass the guard. (Rd 3 - 02:43) He passes guard, but Takahama was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Takahama is left turtled up with Flintstone behind him. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Flintstone fires away with punches, and Takahama is stung by several big shots. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Flintstone fires away and Takahama is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Takahama cannot stop himself being flattened out, still with Flintstone on his back. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Flintstone pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Takahama. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Flintstone tries to put Takahama in a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Takahama doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Flintstone blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Flintstone tries to put Takahama in a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Takahama defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Flintstone blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Flintstone, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Takahama is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:48) Flintstone clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Takahama throws a punch but Flintstone avoids it. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Takahama looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Flintstone takes the chance and grabs Takahama into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Flintstone tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Takahama uses wrestling to smother the attacks. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Flintstone uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Takahama. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Flintstone tries to take Takahama down. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Takahama blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 04:06) The referee gives Takahama a verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 04:06) Flintstone tries to use dirty boxing against Takahama, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Flintstone pins Takahama up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:46) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Takahama is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 01:30) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. (Rd 4 - 01:30) Taking a few gulps of breath, Flintstone is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Takahama moves in on Flintstone, preparing to throw. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Flintstone hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Takahama lands a right jab, but Flintstone avoids a big left. (Rd 4 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:55) A jab hits home from Takahama and then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 4 - 00:33) Takahama lands a jab and then hits Flintstone with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 4 - 00:09) Flintstone shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:09) The takedown is successful, Takahama pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 00:09) That's his fourth takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Takahama came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Flintstone really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:51) A jab is wide from Takahama, but then he hits Flintstone with a straight left. (Rd 5 - 04:38) Flintstone is able to grab Takahama. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Using his wrestling skills, Flintstone is trying to push Takahama up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Flintstone manages it and controls Takahama up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:10) Takahama is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:10) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Takahama takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 02:59) Showing his ability to control opponents, Flintstone simply smothers Takahama against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:59) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 5 - 01:51) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:51) Flintstone is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 01:37) Takahama lands a jab and then catches Flintstone with a crunching left hook. (Rd 5 - 01:28) Takahama looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 01:20) Takahama connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 5 - 01:10) Flintstone backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Takahama follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now! (Rd 5 - 01:10) Flintstone can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a left hand to the side of the head and goes down hard! (Rd 5 - 01:06) Takahama knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Flintstone, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 5 - 01:06) Takahama fires away and Flintstone is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 5 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Takahama fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 5 - 00:38) Flintstone pulls half guard. (Rd 5 - 00:23) Takahama pounds away, but Flintstone isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Flintstone transitions from half guard to full guard. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Takahama. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers has scored it 48-47 Takahama. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe: 48-47 Flintstone. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse has scored it 48-47 Takahama. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama wins by split decision! Official Result: Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama defeats Jordan 'Fred' Flintstone (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Yaichiro Takahama thanks everyone connected to Mok Gar Dojo for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Yaichiro Takahama says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Jordan Flintstone. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Brendon "The Jock" Nicol (3-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Columbia, Missouri, Underdog: +590) vs. Bill "The Marine" Brown (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Riverside, California, Favorite: -740) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Brendon 'The Jock' Nicol squares off with Bill 'The Marine' Brown. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Brown connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Brown can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Nicol appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Brown lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Brown connects with a jab, but Nicol evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Brown fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Nicol with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Brown closes in on Nicol, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Brown connects with a jab, but Nicol avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Nicol may have been aiming to get in close, but Brown aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:05) A jab hits home from Brown and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Nicol moves in and clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Nicol is trying to push Brown so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Nicol achieves it, pinning Brown to the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Nicol tries to keep him up against the cage, but Brown works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:45) Brown moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 01:45) Brown connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Brown moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 01:22) It looked like we were about to see Nicol try and get some grappling started, but Brown was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Brown throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Nicol gets in close and clinches with Brown. (Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Using his wrestling skills, Nicol is trying to push Brown up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Brown ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:42) With Nicol bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 00:42) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 1 - 00:42) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 00:36) Brown lands a left hand and then catches Nicol with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Brown uses a left jab, but Nicol evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Brown, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Brown. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:52) A punch from Brown fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Nicol comes in and grabs Brown in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Using his wrestling skills, Nicol is trying to push Brown up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Nicol manages it and controls Brown up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Nicol tries to maintain control, but Brown wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 04:01) A jab lands from Brown, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 03:48) A jab hits home from Brown and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Brown shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Brown has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Brown tries to lock Nicol in a kimura. (Rd 2 - 03:15) The kimura is fully applied, Nicol has no option but to tap out! (Rd 2 - 02:41) Bill Brown takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Bill 'The Marine' Brown defeats Brendon 'The Jock' Nicol (Submission (Kimura) in 2:19 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Bill Brown thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Talented" Sutton Ripley (18-4-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Edmonton, Alberta, Favorite: -910) vs. Vivinho (10-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +720) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Talented' Sutton Ripley competes against Vivinho. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Ripley looks significantly bigger than Vivinho as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Vivinho steps in, watched all the way by Ripley. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Vivinho hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Vivinho comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Vivinho doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Ripley throws two punches but Vivinho has a great guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Vivinho comes forward. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Vivinho bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Vivinho connects with a jab but Ripley avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Moving forward constantly, Vivinho is pressuring Ripley. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Ripley fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Vivinho can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Ripley with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:37) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Ripley lets Vivinho step in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Ripley counters a body shot with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Vivinho moves in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Vivinho uses a pair of left jabs but doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Ripley lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Ripley lets Vivinho step in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Vivinho unsuccessfully goes to the body and gets countered with a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Vivinho comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Ripley fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Vivinho connects with a nice jab and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Vivinho steps in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Vivinho scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Ripley lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Ripley lets Vivinho step in, ready to counter. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Vivinho hits a pair of jabs and also just about lands a head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Stepping in, Vivinho looks to engage. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Ripley counters a roundhouse kick with a powerful straight right that landed cleanly! (Rd 1 - 01:08) Vivinho is out! It's all over! (Rd 1 - 01:08) Sutton Ripley takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: 'The Talented' Sutton Ripley defeats Vivinho (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Sutton Ripley thanks everyone connected to Strike Force for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Russian Nightmare" Fjodor Kanchelskis (15-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -760) vs. Ramon da Silva Ramos (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Underdog: +600) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Russian Nightmare' Fjodor Kanchelskis battles Ramon da Silva Ramos. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 185lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Kanchelskis is much bigger. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Kanchelskis can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ramos goes for a high kick but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:26) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Kanchelskis is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Ramos uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:05) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Ramos misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Ramos misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Kanchelskis misses with a left jab but hits a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Ramos finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Ramos comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Kanchelskis lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Kanchelskis buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Ramos lands a left jab but a big right head kick is wide of the mark. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:30) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 02:08) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Ramos dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:24) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Kanchelskis misses a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Ramos hits a couple of jabs but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:42) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Kanchelskis hits a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Ramos hits a pair of jabs and also lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Ramos counters a right hand with a left jab and a quick head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Covering up, Kanchelskis backs off until pressed up against the cage! He is hurt! (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 Ramos. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Ramos to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Kanchelskis doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Ramos hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 04:29) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Ramos connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Kanchelskis scores with a jab and also lands a left hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:09) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Kanchelskis misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ramos attacks with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:53) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Ramos misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Ramos slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:05) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Ramos throws two punches as a set up and then unleashes a low kick, but Kanchelskis is on his toes and remains elusive. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Kanchelskis can't get past the good guard of Ramos, two punches were simply absorbed. (Rd 2 - 02:44) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Kanchelskis slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Ramos hits a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Kanchelskis scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Ramos lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:38) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 01:14) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Kanchelskis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Kanchelskis scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. Ramos uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Ramos lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Kanchelskis scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Ramos uses a left jab but fails on a hook attempt to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Kanchelskis hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Kanchelskis took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:55) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Ramos lands a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Kanchelskis uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Ramos initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Kanchelskis misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Ramos doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs. (Rd 3 - 04:30) For the first time, Kanchelskis is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 04:20) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Kanchelskis hits a left cross. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Ramos scores with a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Ramos steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Kanchelskis fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Ramos lands a left jab but Kanchelskis avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ramos is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 03:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Kanchelskis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Ramos comes in with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Ramos pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 3 - 03:31) Ramos hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Ramos comes forward, walking down Kanchelskis. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Kanchelskis manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 03:11) A jab is wide from Ramos, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Ramos comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Kanchelskis throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Ramos throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 3 - 02:00) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Moving forward constantly, Ramos is pressuring Kanchelskis. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Kanchelskis hit a counter left hand. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Ramos lands a left hand and then he hits Kanchelskis with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Two left hands land from Ramos, but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 3 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:59) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Ramos confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Kanchelskis appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ramos took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Ramos can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right head kick. (Rd 3 - 00:02) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:02) Kanchelskis misses a right hook and gets countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:02) It looks like Kanchelskis has been cut under the eye. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ramos, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Ramos. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Kanchelskis. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:50) Ramos connects with a jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow. (Rd 4 - 04:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:33) Ramos slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a spinning kick. (Rd 4 - 04:06) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Kanchelskis hits a left jab but misses a right hook (Rd 4 - 03:43) Ramos lands a left jab and also just about lands a head kick. (Rd 4 - 03:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Ramos slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left to the body. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Kanchelskis misses a right hook and gets countered with two jabs that are followed by a head kick that is off-target. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Ramos hits a jab but is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Kanchelskis lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:02) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 02:02) Ramos scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. Kanchelskis lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Kanchelskis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Ramos comes in with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 01:16) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:16) Kanchelskis misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Ramos, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Kanchelskis is trying to muscle Ramos up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:06) He does so and now has Ramos pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Ramos is trapped against the cage and Kanchelskis punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 00:34) With Ramos stuck against the cage, Kanchelskis starts trying to set-up up a suplex. (Rd 4 - 00:34) Ramos prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation! (Rd 4 - 00:34) Referee Kyle Crisp loudly gives a verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 00:34) With Ramos stuck against the cage, Kanchelskis starts trying to set-up up a suplex. (Rd 4 - 00:34) A suplex floors Ramos, Kanchelskis executed it well. (Rd 4 - 00:34) Ramos gives up his back off the takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:14) Kanchelskis fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Kanchelskis, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:53) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Ramos is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Ramos comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Kanchelskis throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Ramos fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:12) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Kanchelskis hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Ramos scores with a jab and also connects with a quick head kick. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Ramos sees that Kanchelskis is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Kanchelskis just covers up, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds! (Rd 5 - 04:04) A right head kick from Ramos lands and sends Kanchelskis down! (Rd 5 - 03:50) Ramos senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 5 - 03:50) Ramos fires away and Kanchelskis is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 5 - 03:50) Referee Kyle Crisp has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 5 - 03:39) The winner, by TKO, is Ramon da Silva Ramos! Official Result: Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats 'The Russian Nightmare' Fjodor Kanchelskis (TKO (Strikes) in 1:21 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ramon da Silva Ramos gives a name-check to everyone at Combat Team Curitiba, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He takes the microphone and calls out Wes Hersch again, repeating that "he won't fight me because he knows I'll win". He has the innate charisma that allow him to get a good reaction during these interviews. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Kojuro Kudo (14-4-1NC, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -110) vs. "The Executioner" Maarten De Vries (18-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +100) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Kojuro Kudo fights 'The Executioner' Maarten De Vries. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) De Vries may have weighed in the same as Kudo yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Kudo initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:49) De Vries misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab is wide from Kudo, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of De Vries. (Rd 1 - 04:36) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:03) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Moving forward constantly, Kudo is pressuring De Vries. (Rd 1 - 03:27) De Vries hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Kudo lands a left jab but De Vries evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:07) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 02:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:18) De Vries dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Kudo is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover! (Rd 1 - 02:06) De Vries smashes Kudo with a big right hand through the guard! Kudo can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 1 - 01:58) De Vries throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Kudo, but he is just able to dodge it. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Kudo circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:41) De Vries misses with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Kudo throws three punches in a bunch without landing any but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Kudo comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:13) De Vries manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Kudo throws a one-two, but De Vries was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Kudo hits a left jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 00:57) De Vries lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Kudo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. De Vries attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hand to the body that is too short. (Rd 1 - 00:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Kudo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing De Vries to attack with a pair of jabs that are followed by a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Kudo is knocked down by that shot! (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 De Vries. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:49) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:28) De Vries uses a left jab but misses a high kick. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Kudo lands a three strike combination that ends with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:16) That last hit did some damage, De Vries is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 2 - 04:16) A huge right hand catches De Vries behind the ear and sends him down! (Rd 2 - 04:07) Kudo knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on De Vries, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 04:07) Kudo pounds away on De Vries, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 2 - 04:07) With De Vries taking a beating, referee Kyle Crisp has to stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 03:52) The winner, by TKO, is Kojuro Kudo! Official Result: Kojuro Kudo defeats 'The Executioner' Maarten De Vries (TKO (Strikes) in 1:08 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Kojuro Kudo praises his team at Way of the Crane's Beak, 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". CO-MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Carlos da Guia (20-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -880) vs. Ethan "The Terror" Sutton (10-2, 1-1 CTC, From: Red Lake, Ontario, Underdog: +700) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Carlos da Guia takes on Ethan 'The Terror' Sutton in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:53) da Guia steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Sutton hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 04:53) da Guia lands a left hand and then he hits Sutton with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Sutton uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 04:33) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and da Guia has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:23) For the moment Sutton is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:00) da Guia pulls Sutton in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Sutton lies on top of da Guia, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 03:08) da Guia is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Sutton off of him. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Time slips away as Sutton successfully keeps da Guia stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Sutton keeps very tight to da Guia and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:50) da Guia tries to catch Sutton with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Sutton fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Sutton gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:55) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 00:41) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Moving around, Sutton is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Attacking with a quick flurry, da Guia lands three of three punches and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Sutton may have been setting up to shoot, but da Guia aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:06) da Guia lands a left hand and then catches Sutton with a crunching right hook. (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 da Guia. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect da Guia 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 Sutton can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Attacking with a quick flurry, da Guia lands four punches and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:30) da Guia lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Sutton hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:30) It looks like Sutton has been cut under the eye. (Rd 2 - 04:10) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Sutton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing da Guia to attack with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:47) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:47) da Guia dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:35) da Guia switches to a southpaw stance. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Sutton may have been aiming to get in close, but da Guia aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:28) da Guia hits a right hand, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:14) da Guia slips past a right hook and counters with a few quick jabs that are followed by a left hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Sutton may have been setting up to shoot, but da Guia aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:38) da Guia hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Sutton clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:25) da Guia moves in behind four quick punches, one of them finding a home, and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Sutton shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Sutton gets a single leg takedown! da Guia pulls guard off it. (Rd 2 - 01:44) da Guia is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Sutton off of him. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Sutton fires off a few punches. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Sutton leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from da Guia. (Rd 2 - 00:46) The clock runs down as da Guia is being smothered against the ground by Sutton. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Sutton smothers da Guia with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to da Guia. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's da Guia up 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Sutton. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:51) da Guia confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:51) da Guia can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Sutton clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:38) da Guia connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:15) da Guia connects with a jab, but leaves himself wide open with an attempted kick to the body and Sutton capitalises by catching the leg! (Rd 3 - 04:08) Seeing his opportunity, Sutton tries to put da Guia on the mat. (Rd 3 - 04:08) The takedown is unsuccessful, da Guia pulled his leg free and stepped back to safety. (Rd 3 - 03:41) da Guia doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick. (Rd 3 - 03:34) Seizing the opportunity, Sutton clinches. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Sutton tries to wrestle da Guia backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:26) da Guia ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Sutton is keeping da Guia pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:11) 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 - 02:09) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Sutton is keeping da Guia pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:09) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Sutton looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but da Guia works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 3 - 00:49) da Guia can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Sutton with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:44) For the first time, da Guia is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 00:29) da Guia can't connect with a jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Sutton. (Rd 3 - 00:15) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for da Guia. (Rd 3 - 00:15) da Guia was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught! (Rd 3 - 00:07) Sutton tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:07) The takedown is unsuccessful, da Guia pulled his leg free and stepped back to safety. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Sutton 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) da Guia is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:52) Sutton chooses to shoot in on da Guia. (Rd 4 - 04:52) The takedown is successful, da Guia pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Sutton lies on top of da Guia, basically smothering him. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Time slips away as Sutton successfully keeps da Guia stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Sutton lies on top of da Guia, basically smothering him. (Rd 4 - 03:23) The clock runs down as da Guia is being smothered against the ground by Sutton. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Sutton keeps da Guia guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:30) Sutton deflects a couple of punches that da Guia threw from below. (Rd 4 - 02:19) The clock runs down as da Guia is being smothered against the ground by Sutton. (Rd 4 - 01:41) The clock runs down as da Guia is being smothered against the ground by Sutton. (Rd 4 - 01:20) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Sutton is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Two jabs hit home from da Guia and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Sutton. (Rd 4 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:58) Sutton chooses to shoot in on da Guia. (Rd 4 - 00:58) da Guia gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 00:48) The clock runs down as da Guia is being smothered against the ground by Sutton. (Rd 4 - 00:21) da Guia is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Sutton off of him. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Sutton, 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 and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:48) da Guia steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Sutton appeared to be going to try and get in close, but da Guia took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Showing good hand speed, da Guia lands a flurry of five punches and then scores with a crunching leg kick. (Rd 5 - 04:16) da Guia closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:16) da Guia lands three of five quick punches and then catches Sutton with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 03:47) da Guia lands a left hand and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 03:27) da Guia looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:27) A tentative jab from Sutton lands. (Rd 5 - 03:27) da Guia connects with a nice jab and then catches Sutton with a hard low kick to the front leg. (Rd 5 - 03:10) da Guia can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 5 - 02:50) da Guia throws a two-punch combo but Sutton avoids both. (Rd 5 - 02:31) da Guia fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 5 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:15) da Guia hits a left jab and then catches Sutton with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 02:09) da Guia appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 5 - 02:09) Sutton can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 5 - 02:04) da Guia lands a left hand and then scores with a crunching leg kick. (Rd 5 - 01:48) da Guia throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 5 - 01:31) A tentative jab from Sutton lands. (Rd 5 - 01:31) da Guia can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Sutton with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 01:22) da Guia goes to a southpaw stance. (Rd 5 - 01:22) Sutton can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 5 - 01:12) da Guia hits a right hand, but Sutton avoids a big left. (Rd 5 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 5 - 00:57) da Guia throws a one-two, but Sutton was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Sutton comes in and grabs da Guia in a clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:45) Sutton uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with da Guia. (Rd 5 - 00:30) da Guia doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 00:30) Sutton is trying to muscle da Guia up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:30) Sutton manages it and controls da Guia up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Sutton smothers da Guia up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:10) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for the remainder of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to da Guia. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse), 49-46 (Edward Wilde) and 49-46 (Christina Shaw). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Carlos da Guia the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Carlos da Guia defeats Ethan 'The Terror' Sutton (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Carlos da Guia name-checks everyone involved in Brazilian Estrela Academy, then goes through his sponsors one by one. He then thanks God for inspiring him. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight. He brings up the name of Heiji Endo and says that would be an interesting fight. MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Braulio "Louco" Moura (26-3-1NC, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -620) vs. Wes "The Hurt" Hersch (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Underdog: +490) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Braulio 'Louco' Moura competes against Wes 'The Hurt' Hersch in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Circling, Hersch clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Moura hits a left jab and then hits Hersch with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Moura can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Moura can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 1 - 04:08) He's down! Hersch falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 04:05) Moura quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Hersch! (Rd 1 - 04:05) Moura pounds away on Hersch, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 1 - 04:05) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and saves Hersch from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 03:52) Braulio Moura takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Braulio 'Louco' Moura defeats Wes 'The Hurt' Hersch (TKO (Strikes) in 1:08 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Braulio Moura gives a name-check to everyone from Brazilian Estrela Academy, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is going to celebrate his win by heading to a local club for a victory party and everyone is invited. Braulio Moura gave a good account of himself here. Attendance: 364 Gate Reciepts: $36,036 Sponsorship: $36,250 Ad Revenue: $1,018,995 Merchandise: $4,639 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $150,334) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Braulio Moura $19,689 Wes Hersch $1,890 Carlos da Guia $17,774 Ethan Sutton $1,845 Kojuro Kudo $21,098 Maarten De Vries $48,086 FotN: Both: $10,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Ramon da Silva Ramos $4,644 Fjodor Kanchelskis $4,550 Sutton Ripley $10,749 Vivinho $1,722 KotN: Ripley: $5,000 Bill Brown $7,858 Brendon Nicol $1,638 SotN: Brown: $5,000 Yaichiro Takahama $3,751 Jordan Flintstone $2,400 Ojay Houghley $2,500 Toshiaki Ukiyo $140 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $29,361 Profit: $907,217 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 63% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +2.5% 5.0% (Low Level National) USA +1.2% 10.2% (Low Level National) UK +2.0% 96.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.5% 90.2% (High Level Regional) Australia +1.5% 86.4% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.8% 98.0% (High Level Regional) Asia +1.5% 89.3% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.0% 77.4% (High Level Regional) Mexico +1.5% 86.1% (High Level Regional) South America +3.6% 99.0% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.0% 79.5% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.2% 73.7% (High Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back from Canadian Tournament Combat 86, and all fighters tested clean. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Wes Hersch, Maarten De Vries, Fjodor Kanchelskis, Vivinho, Brendon Nicol, Jordan Flintstone, and Toshiaki Ukiyo. - The services of Ethan Sutton have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules. - CTC Middleweight fighter Jakuchu Abe confirmed he is training at Way of the Crane's Beak as he prepares for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Patrick Thomas. He will be backed by the camp for this fight, and may stick around if things go well. He is trying to keep his training methods fresh and hopes his time with the team will culminate with a win in his next bout. - CTC Welterweight fighter Rich Robinson has left Slaughterhouse. Despite enjoying success while with the team, he says the arrangement was always temporary, and he is looking to move on in order to keep his training methods fresh. It remains to be seen how this will effect his training for his CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight against Chew Chua. - CTC Middleweight fighter Isaiah Monroe is training at Pittsburgh Steel as he prepares for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight against Haranobu Oshiro. He joined to shake up his training methods but is not expected to remain with the team long-term. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows South American Large Local Show (Sunday, Week 1, February 2003) Title Results: None Fight of the Night: Renan Heleno vs. Miguel Arona KO of the Night: Gilberto Sabbatini (vs. Alceu de Castro) Submission of the Night: Renan Heleno (vs. Miguel Arona) Performance Bonus: Josimar Martins (vs. Guilherme Werdum) European Large Local Show (Tuesday, Week 2, February 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband vs. Casim Yenkini KO of the Night: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (vs. Casim Yenkini) Submission of the Night: Matti Kurri (vs. Makhak Kirakosyan) Asian Large Local Show (Wednesd ay, Week 2, February 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Aljur Paras vs. Vouria Torabi KO of the Night: Aljur Paras (vs. Vouria Torabi) Submission of the Night: Chan Kim Huat (vs. Cong Kao) Performance Bonus: Yon Kwon vs. Moon An Predictions None Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 10, 2023 Author Share Posted October 10, 2023 Friday, Week 2, February 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "The Islander" Neil Napier (19-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -1200) vs. Pepe (13-3, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #178, Underdog: +950) Neil Napier is widely regarded as one of the most naturally talented fighters of his generation, and is also well known for being one of the first fighters to see the value in taking a cerebral approach to MMA, scouting opponents carefully and creating finely detailed gameplans for every fight. Devastated by his defeat to Matthew Dean in 1998, the narrative of Napier's quest to get another shot at the Middleweight title has been one of GAMMA's major focal points and it was an enormous shock when he went on to lose to Osmosis Benn in a #1 contenders bout at GAMMA 41. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Barrett Fforde in the second round of the tournament. Pepe is a solid professional, who has good hands and a decent grappling game to his name, but neither is at a high enough level to truly test any of the bigger names in the sport. He's definately an upper level fighter on the regional circuit though. He won by Unanimous Decision over Omar Calvert in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Ademir Coelho in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ashley Ballard vs. Eriverton Laurentino in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Joaquim "Assassino Silencioso" Fontes (28-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -890) vs. Ivor "The Engine" Orr (10-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Underdog: +710) Joaquim Fontes is one of Brazil's top fighters, an elite-level BJJ black belt who has developed a competent stand-up game to make him an all-around threat. Always ultra-dangerous on the ground, he is well known for having one of the most active guards in MMA and for being a master of locking up triangles and armbars from his back. A former FLB Middleweight champion who had five back-to-back submission wins at the time of the companies closure, he joined ALPHA-1 in 2001 and marked his debut with a stunning win, handing Carlos da Guia his first ever pro loss to win the Middleweight title. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Gordy Gallant in the second round of the tournament. Ivor Orr is trained in the art of catch wrestling, a tough opponent who knows all the tricks of the grappling trade and can make life extremely uncomfortable for whoever is facing him. After going 6-0 on local events across Ireland, he joined BCF in 2001. He debuted with a hard fought win over Rhys Buck to announce himself in the Middleweight division and followed that up with a huge win, beating Augustus Shorrock by submission. He won by sixth round submission over Tuck Durdell in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fifth round submission over Keith Plaice in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Dexter Darling vs. Dwayne Alleyne in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Dexter "D-Man" Darling (20-6-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Underdog: -110) vs. Dwayne "The Pain" Alleyne (11-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Favorite: -140) Dexter Darling is one of the best pure athletes in MMA history, whose success in the sport has been built on his explosive power and never-ending stamina. The former football players best strategy has always been to follow one of his massive takedowns with brutal ground and pound, but as his career has advanced so to has his ability to use smooth boxing to vary his attacks. In recent years his win-loss record has taken a battering though, and many feel that he has been found out. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Blaze Weeks in the second round of the tournament. Dwayne Alleyne is a Greco-Roman wrestler, who loves to grab hold of his opponent, press them up against the cage, then wear them down with his nasty dirty boxing. With his seemingly endless cardio, he can inflict damage on his opponent all night long if needed. After impressing on the local scene he was a natural signing for GAMMA. He debuted for them in 2001 and made an exceptionally strong start to his career there, defeating both Alex Cole and Thomas Smith in his first two fights. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Gavin Marshall in the first round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Joaquim Fontes vs. Ivor Orr in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Tadao Miyazaki (12-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Underdog: +230) vs. "The Mack Attack" Petey Mack (12-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Favorite: -300) Tadao Miyazaki is one of the rising stars of Japanese MMA, who blends the awesome unorthodox strikes of his Karate background with an exciting, highly active ground game to create a unique and highly effective style of MMA. A former contender for the ALPHA-1 Middleweight title, many feel that he is a lock to crack the world top 10 at 185 lbs. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Hayato Koga in the second round of the tournament. Petey Mack is a very dangerous opponent, who is versatile and can cause damage from virtually anywhere. His striking is crisp and powerful, his strength and balance make him a very good wrestler, and he has some extremely underrated submission skills. Add all of that to his physical abilities and mental toughness and you have one of the best in the world. A GAMMA regular, his record with them looks pretty average until you consider that he is pretty regularly fighting the best of the best. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Tsunesaburo Baisotei in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ali Pyke vs. Thorbjorn Rekdal in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Ashley "The Tiger" Ballard (15-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -680) vs. Eriverton Laurentino (12-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Underdog: +540) Ashley Ballard is the younger brother of fellow GAMMA competitor Linfield Ballard, and is a very good kick boxer who is enormously powerful thanks to his compact, muscular fame. A cardio machine, he rarely seems to tire. He was undefeated for the first five years of his career, racking up a 13-0 record while working the local circuit and GAMMA undercard, but took his first defeat in January 2000 when Brazilian star Braulio Moura stopped him. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Tony Legg in the second round of the tournament. Eriverton Laurentino is a quick, scrappy fighter from a kick boxing background and so is more than comfortable standing and trading with anyone in the world. He fought Braulio Moura for the FLB Middleweight title in 1999, his biggest fight to date, but was defeated. He has since gone on to reestablish himself as one of the rising stars in MMA and joined GAMMA in 2001 after FLB went bust. Unfortunately he suffered a bad loss on his company debut, getting knocked out cold by Carl Ratcliffe. He is coming off a fifth round TKO victory over Edgar Van Den Hoogenband in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Neil Napier vs. Pepe in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Bambang Sriyanto (27-9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -510) vs. "Tenacious" Shaun Dico (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #170, Underdog: +400) Bambang Sriyanto is the type of rugged no-nonsense fighter that nobody wants to compete against, he is a master of the art of getting in people's faces, throwing them off their gameplan, and using razor sharp elbows and knees to mess them up. No fight is ever easy against him, and he has been able to translate that into a lot of success and become one of the top ranked Middleweight competitors in the world. A regular with ALPHA-1 in recent years he has begun to struggle and it may be that a long career of brutal wars are beginning to catch up with him. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Kramer Mayweather in the second round of the tournament. Shaun Dico comes from a wrestling background and got his nickname "Tenacious" because of the way he relentlessly goes for takedowns. Difficult to deal with once he has top control, and an absolute master of shutting down submission games, he is one of the hardest fighters to strategize against. He won by Unanimous Decision over Paul Goodfellow in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Woody Fierstein in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Dennis Gallagher vs. Snuffy Fontana in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: "Satanic" Ali Pyke (3-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #135, Underdog: +710) vs. "Brickhouse" Thorbjorn Rekdal (12-2, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -900) Ali Pyke is a Middleweight competitor from Indiana who originally comes from a kick boxing background. A master of using low kicks to break down an opponents base, he also possesses a powerful head kick. He won by fourth round TKO over Ronnie Allen Teller in the first round of the tournament, before winning by nine round Unanimous Decision over Mal Phe Roby in the second round of the tournament. Thorbjorn Rekdal is an elite level kick boxer, an ultra-dangerous striker who has the power, technique, and speed to knock out just about anybody with his punches and kicks. His unassuming personality, European location, and the amount of time he takes between fights have limited the impact he's had on MMA though, which is why he isn't as famous or respected as he probably should be. He won by second round TKO over Matsuta Satou in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round knock out over Derren Barton in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tadao Miyazaki vs. Petey Mack in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Dennis "The Irish Lion" Gallagher (15-8, 1-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +380) vs. Snuffy Fontana (10-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Favorite: -480) Dennis Gallagher is a competent but deeply unmemorable fighter, who has decent hands and can grapple a bit, but ultimately has nothing about him that indicates he'll ever be able to break out of the pack and become more than a solid journeyman. He won by first round submission over Paxton Brinkal in the first round of the tournament, before losing by first round submission to Rob Baines in the second round of the tournament. He was reinserted into the bracket when Baines retired following their fight. Snuffy Fontana is a Middleweight prospect from the UK, and all-rounder who can strike, grapple or use submissions. With time to develope, he could become a major name. He joined BCF in 2000 and made his debut on the final show of the year, outclassing and defeating Pierce Jeeler. Although he has since had his first defeat (to Edgar Van Den Hoogenband), he has shown that he is going to be a real player in the division. He won by first round submission over Conrad Bueller in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round TKO over Mochihito Yamazaki in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bambang Sriyanto vs. Shaun Dico in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Neil Napier (185 lbs) vs. Pepe (185 lbs) Joaquim Fontes (185 lbs) vs. Ivor Orr (185 lbs) Dexter Darling (185 lbs) vs. Dwayne Alleyne (185 lbs) Tadao Miyazaki (185 lbs) vs. Petey Mack (185 lbs) Ashley Ballard (185 lbs) vs. Eriverton Laurentino (185 lbs) Bambang Sriyanto (185 lbs) vs. Shaun Dico (185 lbs) Ali Pyke (185 lbs) vs. Thorbjorn Rekdal (185 lbs) Dennis Gallagher (185 lbs) vs. Snuffy Fontana (185 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 89 Full Fight Card MW: Neil Napier vs. Pepe MW: Joaquim Fontes vs. Ivor Orr MW: Dexter Darling vs. Dwayne Alleyne MW: Tadao Miyazaki vs. Petey Mack MW: Ashley Ballard vs. Eriverton Laurentino MW: Bambang Sriyanto vs. Shaun Dico MW: Ali Pyke vs. Thorbjorn Rekdal MW: Dennis Gallagher vs. Snuffy Fontana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 11, 2023 Author Share Posted October 11, 2023 Friday, Week 2, February 2003 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 MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Dennis "The Irish Lion" Gallagher (15-8, 1-1 CTC, From: County Cork, Ireland, Underdog: +380) vs. Snuffy Fontana (10-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Aston, England, Favorite: -480) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Dennis 'The Irish Lion' Gallagher facing Snuffy Fontana. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Gallagher misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Fontana comes in with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Gallagher connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Fontana lands two of three quick punches and then just about lands a head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:50) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:18) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Gallagher hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Fontana lands a left jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Gallagher hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Fontana scores with a brace of jabs and also scores with a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:03) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Fontana stalks forward, pressuring Gallagher. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Fontana steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Fontana lands a left jab but can't connect with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Moving forward constantly, Fontana is pressuring Gallagher. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Gallagher hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Fontana can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Gallagher with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Fontana attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Gallagher throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Fontana can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:48) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Gallagher lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Fontana lands two jabs but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Gallagher misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Fontana comes in with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Fontana doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Gallagher finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Fontana, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:48) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Fontana stalks forward, pressuring Gallagher. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Gallagher fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Fontana feints, causing Gallagher to move to one side and leave himself wide open. (Rd 2 - 04:25) A jab is wide from Fontana, but then he hits a high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 04:03) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Gallagher misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:46) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Fontana dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Fontana slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a wayward spin kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:16) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Fontana attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Gallagher fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Fontana uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:33) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 2 - 02:08) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Gallagher misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Fontana comes in with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Gallagher is being totally outstruck so far in this fight. (Rd 2 - 01:52) A tentative jab from Gallagher lands. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Fontana lands a left hand and then hits a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Fontana steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Gallagher hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Fontana can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Taking a few gulps of breath, Fontana is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Fontana steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Gallagher throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 01:19) A jab hits home from Fontana and then he hits a body kick. (Rd 2 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Fontana comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Gallagher tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Fontana fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Fontana hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. Gallagher finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Fontana studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point. (Rd 2 - 00:23) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Fontana dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Gallagher steps back against the cage and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt! (Rd 2 - 00:15) Fontana moves in close and creams Gallagher with a vicious right uppercut...and down he goes! (Rd 2 - 00:11) Fontana quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Gallagher! (Rd 2 - 00:11) Fontana pounds away on Gallagher, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 2 - 00:11) The referee jumps in and saves Gallagher from taking any more shots! (Rd 2 - 00:01) The winner, by TKO; Snuffy Fontana! Official Result: Snuffy Fontana defeats Dennis 'The Irish Lion' Gallagher (TKO (Strikes) in 4:59 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Snuffy Fontana gives a name-check to everyone at KO Fighters, 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 Drazen Gabelich would be a particularly good contest. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "Satanic" Ali Pyke (3-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Fort Wayne, Indiana, Underdog: +710) vs. "Brickhouse" Thorbjorn Rekdal (12-2, 2-0 CTC, From: Oslo, Norway, Favorite: -900) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Satanic' Ali Pyke fighting 'Brickhouse' Thorbjorn Rekdal. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Marianne Froth, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Rekdal comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Pyke lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:55) A one-two from Rekdal fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Rekdal comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Pyke throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Rekdal fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Pyke with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Moving forward constantly, Rekdal is pressuring Pyke. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Pyke tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Rekdal hits a left hand but Pyke avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Rekdal stalks forward, pressuring Pyke. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Pyke fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Rekdal lands a jab and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Rekdal misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Pyke comes in with a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Shoulders hunched, Rekdal studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 1 - 03:24) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:02) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Rekdal throws a punch but Pyke was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Seizing the opportunity, Pyke clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Pyke tries to suck Rekdal to the ground by wrapping his legs around the waist and pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 02:11) He achieves it, Rekdal is now on the ground in his guard. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Pyke reaches up and tries to lock up an arm. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Rekdal blocks it. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Rekdal starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 01:22) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Pyke starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Rekdal manages to come out on top, with Pyke pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Rekdal keeps Pyke guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Rekdal tries to pound on Pyke, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Rekdal leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Pyke. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come. (Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Rekdal 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Rekdal is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:46) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Pyke hits a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Rekdal scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Rekdal feints one way, throwing Pyke off balance, then steps to the other side. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Pyke misses a right hook and gets countered with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Rekdal moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Pyke appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Rekdal took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Rekdal comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing two of them, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 03:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Pyke misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Rekdal counters a right hand with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Rekdal slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Pyke buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Pyke misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Rekdal comes in with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:02) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 2 - 01:35) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Pyke misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rekdal attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Rekdal is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Pyke glances at the clock, grimacing slightly. (Rd 2 - 01:10) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:45) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 2 - 00:21) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Rekdal, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Rekdal. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Pyke misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 04:24) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 03:50) A jab is wide from Rekdal, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Pyke. (Rd 3 - 03:30) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Rekdal checks a leg kick and counters with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 02:36) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:09) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:09) Rekdal tries a kick to the body but can't get it. (Rd 3 - 02:09) Rekdal shows his great head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches. (Rd 3 - 01:53) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:53) Pyke misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rekdal attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a wicked right uppercut! (Rd 3 - 01:41) Pyke is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 3 - 01:41) Rekdal moves in quickly, kneeling beside Pyke and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 3 - 01:41) Rekdal pounds away on Pyke, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 3 - 01:41) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 01:27) 'Brickhouse' Thorbjorn Rekdal takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'Brickhouse' Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats 'Satanic' Ali Pyke (TKO (Strikes) in 3:33 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Thorbjorn Rekdal gives a name-check to everyone at Euro Team Thunder, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Thorbjorn Rekdal says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Ali Pyke. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Bambang Sriyanto (27-9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Sumartra, Indonesia, Favorite: -510) vs. "Tenacious" Shaun Dico (9-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Copenhagen, Denmark, Underdog: +400) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Bambang Sriyanto goes up against 'Tenacious' Shaun Dico. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marianne Froth, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) There's a takedown attempt from Dico, showing great power and speed. (Rd 1 - 04:50) He has the takedown! Sriyanto pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Dico starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Sriyanto tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Dico ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Dico pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Sriyanto bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:07) He may regret that choice, as it gives Dico the perfect opportunity to get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Dico throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Dico blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Dico throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Sriyanto tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Dico throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Sriyanto tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 01:39) In side control, Dico throws a couple of punches designed to keep Sriyanto guessing. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Sriyanto tries to move to guard, but Dico doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Dico pounds away with elbow strikes, but Sriyanto calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Dico blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Dico fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Sriyanto tries to pull guard on Dico but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:04) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Dico, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Dico 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 for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Sriyanto moves in on Dico, preparing to throw. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Dico may have been setting up to shoot, but Sriyanto aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Sriyanto lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Blood is visible on Dico, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Dico sets it up well and shoots in at speed. (Rd 2 - 04:38) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Sriyanto is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Dico smothers Sriyanto with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Dico throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Dico leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Sriyanto. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Sriyanto is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Dico off of him. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Sriyanto stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Dico starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:16) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Sriyanto starts a scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 02:05) The scramble results in Sriyanto being on his back with Dico in side control. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Dico throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Sriyanto tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Dico keeps Sriyanto guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Dico tries to pound on Sriyanto with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Dico blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Dico throws some elbows but Sriyanto isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Dico took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Dico is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Dico is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:52) There's a takedown attempt from Dico. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Sriyanto gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 04:43) The clock runs down as Sriyanto is being smothered against the ground by Dico. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Dico smothers Sriyanto with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Dico smothers Sriyanto with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Dico lies on top of Sriyanto, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Dico fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Dico deflects a couple of punches that Sriyanto threw from below. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Sriyanto stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 01:40) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Sriyanto comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Sriyanto connects with a nice jab and then catches Dico with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Dico shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:14) The takedown is successful, Sriyanto pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Dico smothers Sriyanto with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Dico throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 00:06) Dico deflects a couple of punches that Sriyanto threw from below. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a yawner of a round, and I think both fighters are now a bit frustrated. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Dico. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Sriyanto 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) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:50) Sriyanto confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Dico appeared to be going for a takedown, but Sriyanto took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Sriyanto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:39) Dico sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 4 - 04:39) The takedown is successful, Sriyanto pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 04:39) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Sriyanto stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Dico smothers Sriyanto with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Dico pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Dico deflects a couple of punches that Sriyanto threw from below. (Rd 4 - 03:01) Dico smothers Sriyanto with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 4 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Dico throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Dico leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Sriyanto. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Dico fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Sriyanto tries to pull Dico in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 4 - 01:01) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Sriyanto confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Dico looked like he was going to shoot, but Sriyanto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Sriyanto connects with a nice jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:34) Stepping in, Sriyanto throws three quick punches, one of which land, and then catches Dico with a powerful right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:06) Sriyanto closes in on Dico, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:06) A jab is wide from Sriyanto, but then he scores with a right cross. (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 Dico. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Sriyanto realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins! (Rd 5 - 04:50) Dico uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Sriyanto cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 04:39) The clock runs down as Sriyanto is being smothered against the ground by Dico. (Rd 5 - 04:11) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Sriyanto stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Dico lies on top of Sriyanto, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:59) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Sriyanto stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:33) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Sriyanto stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:01) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce stands them back up. (Rd 5 - 02:01) Dico is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 5 - 01:51) Sriyanto moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 5 - 01:51) Dico may have been setting up to shoot, but Sriyanto aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 01:51) A jab hits home from Sriyanto and then he scores with a right to the body. (Rd 5 - 01:42) Taking a few gulps of breath, Sriyanto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 5 - 01:28) Dico had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 5 - 01:28) Sriyanto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Dico with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Dico shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Dico gets a single leg takedown! Sriyanto pulls guard off it. (Rd 5 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:56) The clock runs down as Sriyanto is being smothered against the ground by Dico. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Dico fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 5 - 00:06) Dico deflects a couple of punches that Sriyanto threw from below. (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 Dico, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 49-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Tenacious' Shaun Dico is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Tenacious' Shaun Dico defeats Bambang Sriyanto (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Shaun Dico thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Shaun Dico boasts about being undefeated and warns that he has a lot more still to give. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Ashley "The Tiger" Ballard (15-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Houston, Texas, Favorite: -680) vs. Eriverton Laurentino (12-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +540) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Ashley 'The Tiger' Ballard fights Eriverton Laurentino. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marianne Froth, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Laurentino hits a pair of jabs but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Ballard connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Ballard hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Laurentino scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry and then hits a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:22) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Laurentino uses a pair of left jabs and also just about lands a head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Displaying some good boxing, Ballard lands two quick jabs and follows with a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:03) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Ballard lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Laurentino manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry and then hits a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:17) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 02:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Ballard slips past a right hook and counters with a couple of jabs that are followed by a leg kick that narrowly misses the target. (Rd 1 - 01:30) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Laurentino scores with three punches out of a sudden flurry but fails to land a body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Ballard uses a left jab and also lands a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:02) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Laurentino slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:26) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Laurentino counters a leg kick with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (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 Ballard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Ballard 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 Laurentino from this point onward. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:52) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:28) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Laurentino manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry and then hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Ballard hits a left jab and also connects with a quick head kick. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Laurentino covers up...he is dazed! Ballard comes forward, he knows that this is a chance for victory! (Rd 2 - 04:12) Ballard comes in close and smashes Laurentino with a right hand! Down he goes! He is out! (Rd 2 - 04:03) By knock out, the winner is Ashley Ballard! Official Result: Ashley 'The Tiger' Ballard defeats Eriverton Laurentino (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:57 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ashley Ballard praises his team at Halvorsen's, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He brags about knocking Laurentino out and says that he has such power in his hands that nobody is safe. The interview itself wasn't that great, but he is handsome enough that he doesn't need to be a particularly great talker. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Tadao Miyazaki (12-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +230) vs. "The Mack Attack" Petey Mack (12-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Lynn Lake, Manitoba, Favorite: -300) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Tadao Miyazaki vs. 'The Mack Attack' Petey Mack. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Mack clearly has a significant weight advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Miyazaki comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Mack manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Miyazaki hits a right hand but Mack evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Miyazaki is off-target with a jab but scores with a great left hook. Mack hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:24) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Miyazaki initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Mack fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Miyazaki throws a one-two, but Mack was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:48) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Mack hits a left jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Miyazaki hits a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Mack lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Miyazaki lands two of a flurry of quick punches but misses a high kick. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Miyazaki misses a jab and also misses with a spinning back kick. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Mack doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Miyazaki comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Mack lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Mack gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Miyazaki lands a right jab but Mack avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 01:43) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Miyazaki lands a right jab and a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Mack is off target with a left jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Miyazaki acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Miyazaki is off target with a right jab but hits a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Mack misses with a flurry of four quick punches but hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Miyazaki closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Mack looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Miyazaki simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:54) A jab hits home from Miyazaki and then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Miyazaki steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Mack manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Miyazaki throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 00:20) A jab is wide from Miyazaki, but then he hits Mack with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Mack gets hold of Miyazaki. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Mack is trying to muscle Miyazaki up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:03) He does so and now has Miyazaki pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mack. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Mack slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Miyazaki is off-target with two jabs but scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Mack scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:17) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Miyazaki is off-target with a jab but hits a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Mack lands two quick jabs and follows with a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Miyazaki misses with an attempted body shot and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 03:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Miyazaki misses with a right jab but connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Mack lands a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:41) It looks like Mack has been cut above the eye. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Shoulders hunched, Miyazaki studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 2 - 03:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 03:03) Showing great speed, Mack shoots in on Miyazaki. (Rd 2 - 03:03) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Miyazaki has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Mack lies on top of Miyazaki, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 02:31) The clock runs down as Miyazaki is being smothered against the ground by Mack. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Mack tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Mack passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Miyazaki starts scrambling. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Mack leaves a leg in as they scramble, and Miyazaki immediately tries to grab it. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Unable to get the leg, Miyazaki winds up on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 01:50) That was a tactical mistake from Miyazaki, by going for the leg he has left himself in a bad position. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Time slips away as Mack successfully keeps Miyazaki stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Mack begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Miyazaki tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Miyazaki spots an opportunity and moves quickly to try and secure Mack in a guillotine choke. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Mack get free almost immediately, leaving Miyazaki pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Mack lies on top of Miyazaki, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mack. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Mack up 20-18. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Mack in between rounds. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three! (Rd 3 - 04:55) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 3 - 04:34) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 04:10) Mack is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 04:01) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Mack slips past a left hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Taking a few gulps of breath, Miyazaki is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 03:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Miyazaki hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Mack hits a left jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Miyazaki forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Mack lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Miyazaki hits a right jab and then he catches Mack with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Miyazaki scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry but doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Mack misses with a left jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Miyazaki can't get past the good guard of Mack, two punches were simply absorbed. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Mack fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 3 - 01:58) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:58) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Miyazaki throws a two punch combination but Mack maintains his good guard and is safe. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Mack doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:36) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 01:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Mack hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Miyazaki scores with a single punch out of a flurry but misses with a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:43) Miyazaki connects with a nice jab and then lands a left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Miyazaki uses a body kick but it is parried away. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Mack sets up a leg kick with punches but doesn't manage to connect as Miyazaki is on his toes and makes an elusive target. (Rd 3 - 00:09) A tired-looking Mack shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:09) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Miyazaki is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 00:02) Mack smothers Miyazaki with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Mack took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Miyazaki 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 for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Miyazaki doesn't connect with a right jab but connects with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Mack uses a left jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 4 - 04:50) The gash above the eye of Mack has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 4 - 04:22) A tired Mack moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:22) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Miyazaki pulling guard. (Rd 4 - 04:09) The clock runs down as Miyazaki is being smothered against the ground by Mack. (Rd 4 - 03:36) For the moment Mack is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Mack blocks Miyazaki as he tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 4 - 02:59) Mack lies on top of Miyazaki, basically smothering him. (Rd 4 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:27) Mack throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 4 - 02:03) Mack throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Miyazaki tries to sweep Mack but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 4 - 01:15) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 01:15) A few deep breaths betray that Mack is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Shoulders hunched, Miyazaki studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 4 - 01:09) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:09) Miyazaki is off target with a right jab but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 01:09) Mack hits a left jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Miyazaki forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Mack hit a counter left hand. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Miyazaki throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 00:34) Miyazaki throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Seizing the opportunity, Mack shoots. (Rd 4 - 00:19) Miyazaki almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Mack has hold of one leg. (Rd 4 - 00:19) Mack uses the position to drive Miyazaki up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:06) Using tight body-to-body control, Mack is slowly wearing Miyazaki down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 4 - 00:06) The remainder of the round passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 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 Mack. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Miyazaki really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Bleeding, Mack is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 5 - 04:53) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Mack is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 04:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 04:14) Miyazaki is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Mack uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Miyazaki doesn't connect with a right jab but scores with a right kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Mack looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:52) Mack can't get the trip, as Miyazaki wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 5 - 03:41) Miyazaki tries to lock his legs around the waist of Mack, wanting to pull him down to the floor. (Rd 5 - 03:41) Mack improvises well, simply slamming Miyazaki violently to the ground! (Rd 5 - 03:30) Mack tries to secure a ground position. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Miyazaki moves quickly, scrambling for position before Mack can get a hold. (Rd 5 - 03:22) Miyazaki manages to come out on top, holding Mack down from behind with a waist-lock. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Mack gets quickly back to his feet, although Miyazaki does get back control. (Rd 5 - 02:53) Miyazaki lets go and backs away from Mack, apparently unhappy with his position. (Rd 5 - 02:47) Shoulders hunched, Miyazaki studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 5 - 02:40) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Miyazaki looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 02:31) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Looking to take this fight to the ground, Miyazaki tries to pull Mack down into his guard. (Rd 5 - 02:31) The attempt is unsuccessful, Mack blocked it and takes control of the grappling. (Rd 5 - 02:19) Mack attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Miyazaki on the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:19) It's unsuccessful, Miyazaki maintained a good solid base. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Mack looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Miyazaki is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull guard! (Rd 5 - 01:48) Miyazaki is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mack off of him. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Miyazaki is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mack off of him. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Mack smothers Miyazaki with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 00:00) From the looks of things, I don't think Mack has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Mack. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Mack Attack' Petey Mack wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'The Mack Attack' Petey Mack defeats Tadao Miyazaki (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Petey Mack 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 jokingly throws out a few names before saying that a fight against Ramon da Silva Ramos would make a lot of sense. He has the innate charisma that allows him to get a good reaction during these interviews. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Dexter "D-Man" Darling (20-6-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Underdog: -110) vs. Dwayne "The Pain" Alleyne (11-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Spokane, Washington, Favorite: -140) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Dexter 'D-Man' Darling squares off with Dwayne 'The Pain' Alleyne. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) There's a takedown attempt from Alleyne, who set it up well. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Darling cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Alleyne throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Alleyne blocks Darling as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Alleyne tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Darling doesn't let Alleyne get the mount, and so he remains at side control. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Darling tries to move to guard, but Alleyne doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Alleyne keeps Darling guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Alleyne blocks Darling as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Alleyne throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Looking to catch his breath, Alleyne is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Alleyne blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Alleyne begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Darling rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Darling is in increasing trouble, as Alleyne gets both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Alleyne, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Darling gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 00:02) Dwayne 'The Pain' Alleyne takes the win by submission! Official Result: Dwayne 'The Pain' Alleyne defeats Dexter 'D-Man' Darling (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:58 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Dwayne Alleyne gives a name-check to everyone at Bear Pit, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. Dwayne Alleyne says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Dexter Darling. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Joaquim "Assassino Silencioso" Fontes (28-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -890) vs. Ivor "The Engine" Orr (10-0, 2-0 CTC, From: County Cork, Ireland, Underdog: +710) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Joaquim 'Assassino Silencioso' Fontes squares off with Ivor 'The Engine' Orr in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Fontes steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Fontes fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:44) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Fontes shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:10) The takedown is completed, Fontes gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Fontes attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Orr fights off the kneebar attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Fontes blocks Orr as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Fontes tries to ensnare Orr in a kneebar. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Orr blocks it. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Fontes blocks Orr as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Fontes tries to put Orr into an americana. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Orr defends himself well. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Fontes blocks Orr as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Ambitiously, Fontes tries to get Orr set up for a D'Arce choke from side control. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Orr fights off the D'Arce attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Fontes blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:05) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Setting it up well, Fontes shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Orr cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Fontes looks to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 00:43) He passes the guard well, gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Fontes pounds away on Orr, but few of the shots lands clean. (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 Fontes. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Fontes. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Orr steps in and grapples with his opponent. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Orr attempts a trip to put Fontes on the ground. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Fontes is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard! (Rd 2 - 04:26) Orr begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Orr struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Fontes struggles and manages to go from half guard to full guard. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Time slips away as Orr successfully keeps Fontes stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Orr doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Fontes brings his legs up and tries to lock Orr in a triangle choke. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Orr doesn't let Fontes get it. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Orr lies on top of Fontes, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 01:25) The clock runs down as Fontes is being smothered against the ground by Orr. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Orr throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 2 - 00:18) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 2 - 00:03) A jab hits home from Fontes and then he 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 have to give that round to Orr, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:54) Fontes throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 04:44) Orr takes the chance and grabs Fontes into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Using his wrestling skills, Orr is trying to push Fontes up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Orr achieves it, pinning Fontes to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Orr exerts total control, keeping Fontes smothered against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:21) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 3 - 03:12) Orr tries to maintain control, but Fontes wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Fontes doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick. (Rd 3 - 02:39) Orr seizes the chance and grabs Fontes into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Orr attempts to wrestle Fontes to the ground. (Rd 3 - 02:29) The takedown is completed, Fontes is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Orr throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 01:51) Fontes tries to get full guard on Orr but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Orr tries to pound on Fontes, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Fontes tries to get full guard on Orr but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Orr throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Fontes bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. (Rd 3 - 00:37) It's a bad choice though, as Orr seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Orr tries to pound on Fontes with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Orr. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Orr is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 4 - 04:55) Orr steps in and grapples with his opponent. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Orr tries to wrestle Fontes backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Orr doesn't manage it though, Fontes defended it well. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Using his wrestling skills, Fontes is trying to push Orr up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Fontes does it, Orr is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:11) Fontes looks to take Orr down with a trip. (Rd 4 - 04:11) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Orr to the mat where he pulls half guard! (Rd 4 - 03:57) Fontes tries to pound on Orr, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 4 - 03:42) Orr tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Fontes doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Fontes begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Orr can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Fontes gains side control. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Fontes attempts to kimura Orr from side control. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Fontes gets a kimura fully applied! (Rd 4 - 02:55) Fontes loses the hold! Somehow Orr got his arm free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Despite that, Orr remains under side control. (Rd 4 - 02:38) Orr tries to move to guard, but Fontes doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Fontes throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Fontes blocks Orr as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 01:46) Working slowly but surely, Fontes tries to put Orr in a Von Flue choke. (Rd 4 - 01:46) Orr defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 4 - 01:10) Orr tries to move to guard, but Fontes doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 00:59) Fontes looks to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 00:59) Fontes shows his ground skills and slips to mount. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Fontes tries to lock Orr in an armbar. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Fontes gets the armbar fully applied, but too late - the round ends! (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 Fontes, but only a 10-9. (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 - 04:48) Fontes moves in on Orr, preparing to throw. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Orr lands a left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Fontes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Orr with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Fontes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 5 - 04:26) For the first time, Fontes is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Fontes lands a jab and then catches Orr with a crunching right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:49) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 5 - 03:27) Fontes lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 5 - 03:04) A jab hits home from Fontes and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Fontes lands a left hand and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:27) Orr appeared to be going for a takedown, but Fontes took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 02:27) Fontes lands two left hands and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 5 - 02:15) Fontes rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward. (Rd 5 - 02:06) Fontes fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Orr with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 01:59) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Fontes is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 5 - 01:47) A jab hits home from Fontes and then he hits Orr with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Fontes confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Fontes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Orr scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Fontes lands a jab and then hits Orr with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 5 - 01:11) Orr is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 5 - 01:02) Fontes senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 5 - 01:02) Fontes pounds away, Orr is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 5 - 01:02) Referee Kyle Crisp pulls Fontes away, stopping the fight! (Rd 5 - 00:48) By TKO, the winner is Joaquim Fontes! Official Result: Joaquim 'Assassino Silencioso' Fontes defeats Ivor 'The Engine' Orr (TKO (Strikes) in 4:12 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Joaquim Fontes name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that he still wants to face Matthew Dean and hopes that fight can be put together soon. MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. "The Islander" Neil Napier (19-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Oahu, Hawaii, Favorite: -1200) vs. Pepe (13-3, 2-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Islander' Neil Napier squares off with Pepe in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Christina Shaw, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:19) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Pepe can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Napier looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:38) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Napier comes forward. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Napier steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Napier hits a left hand but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Napier comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Napier steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Pepe. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Napier throws a one-two, but Pepe was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Pepe hits a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Napier hits a left jab and also lands with a left hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Napier comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Pepe manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:15) A jab lands from Napier but can't connect with a spinning back kick. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Pepe misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Napier had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Pepe can't connect with a jab, but then hits Napier with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Pepe moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Napier hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Pepe doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo. (Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Pepe misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Napier comes in with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Napier comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:31) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Pepe is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Napier seems to be trying to loosen the guard in an attempt to create a leglock opportunity. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Pepe stops Napier from applying it by keeping him tightly in guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Napier. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Napier. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:50) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Napier initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Pepe fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Napier lands a left hand and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Napier forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Pepe fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Napier fails to land with a combo that ended with a spinning back kick. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Napier steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Pepe throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Napier throws a one-two, but Pepe was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Pepe glares at his opponent. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Pepe can't connect with a jab, but then catches Napier with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Pepe throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Pepe is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Pepe lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Showing great timing, Napier comes in fast and looks for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Pepe gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:47) That's his second takedown of the fight. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Napier begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Napier starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Napier is too skilled for Pepe, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 01:25) Napier uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Napier attempts to armbar Pepe from side control. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Pepe doesn't allow the armbar to be applied. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Napier throws some elbows but Pepe isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Napier tries to pound on Pepe with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Napier throws some elbows but Pepe deals with the blows fairly easily. (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 Napier. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Napier ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:50) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Napier dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Taking a few gulps of breath, Napier is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Pepe connects with a jab, but Napier evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Napier sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 3 - 04:01) The takedown is completed, Pepe is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Napier begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 3 - 03:51) After a struggle, he gets to half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:12) Napier unloads with big rights, but Pepe covers up well. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Napier looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Pepe can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Napier gains side control. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Napier seems to be looking to increase his control by applying a crucifix. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Napier isn't able to get the crucifix on Pepe this time around. (Rd 3 - 01:32) Napier hits a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Stuck under side control, Pepe takes a knee to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Napier attempts a kimura. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Pepe gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 3 - 00:25) Neil Napier takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'The Islander' Neil Napier defeats Pepe (Submission (Kimura) in 4:35 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Neil Napier gives a name-check to everyone at Halvorsen's, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Attendance: 437 Gate Reciepts: $56,482 Sponsorship: $33,985 Ad Revenue: $818,717 Merchandise: $4,815 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $137,426) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Neil Napier $28,819 Pepe $11,765 FotN: Both: $10,000 Joaquim Fontes $6,970 Ivor Orr $2,017 Dwayne Alleyne $7,788 Dexter Darling $31,118 SotN: Alleyne: $5,000 Petey Mack $5,924 Tadao Miyazaki $2,830 Ashley Ballard $11,796 Eriverton Laurentino $2,706 KotN: Ballard: $5,000 Shaun Dico $2,858 Bambang Sriyanto $11,686 Thorbjorn Rekdal $3,928 Ali Pyke $1,513 Snuffy Fontana $4,110 Dennis Gallagher $1,598 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $26,981 Profit: $740,584 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 62% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +0.5% 5.5% (Low Level National) USA +2.8% 13.0% (Low Level National) UK +1.2% 97.8% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.2% 91.4% (High Level Regional) Australia +1.2% 87.6% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.0% 5.0% (Low Level National) Asia +1.2% 90.5% (High Level Regional) Russia +0.9% 78.3% (High Level Regional) Mexico +1.5% 87.6% (High Level Regional) South America +2.8% 5.0% (Low Level National) Central America +0.9% 80.4% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.0% 74.7% (High Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Pepe, Ivor Orr, Dexter Darling, Tadao Miyazaki, Eriverton Laurentino, Bambang Sriyanto, Ali Pyke, and Dennis Gallagher. - CTC Middleweight fight Yaichiro Takahama is no longer training at Mok Gar Dojo. Despite enjoying success with the team, the arrangement was always meant to be temporary as he seeks to keep his training methods fresh. It remains to be seem how this will effect his training for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight against Sutton Ripley. - ALPHA-1 has announced their first live event since Warriors of the Ring 2 since December 2001, and it will feature the return of the ALPHA-1 Grand Prix! The Grand Prix will be at Light Heavyweight and the winner will win the vacant Light Heavyweight title! The event will take place the fourth week of March. The starting bracket will be Kunihiko Nakazawa vs. Ruben Rua, Mokichi Takabe vs. Takanibu Ono, Munoto Ohka vs. Logan Sky, and Titus Mostel vs. Jon Silvers. - WEFF have announced their first ever televised event, Q-TV will broadcast WEFF Siege 1: Austin vs. Bergeron across Canada, with a card full of young Canadian debutant fighters, this could represent the future of Canadian womens MMA. 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CageRage Posted October 11, 2023 Author Share Posted October 11, 2023 Saturday, Week 2, February 2003 MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Buddy Garner (17-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1200) vs. Mogens Leerback (8-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Underdog: +950) Buddy Garner is considered one of the most dangerous BJJ black belts in all of Mixed Martial Arts, a notorious submission artist who can pull joint locks and chokes out of seemingly nowhere. An elite-level fighter, the only American in history to win a gold medal at the annual world Jiu Jitsu tournament, he doesn't compete often but when he does it's always a treat to watch for BJJ purists. In 1999 he lost two GAMMA Middleweight title matches back-to-back against Matthew Dean and those remain his only pro defeats to date. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Santiago Rocha in the second round of the tournament. Mogens Leerback is a kick boxer who is widely regarded as one of the brightest young prospects in European MMA. A knock out artist, he joined SIGMA in 2001 after having blasted his way to a 5-0 record on the local scene. His first match was an impressive one, knocking out Bixente Fontaine in less than thirty seconds with a violent head kick followed by a vicious uppercut. He won by first round TKO over Ramin Rostami in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Motoyuki Matsumara in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Mario Varela vs. Yoshinobu Tanaka in the Fourth Round. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Patrick "The Titan" Thomas (20-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -450) vs. Jakuchu Abe (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Underdog: +350) Patrick Thomas is one of MMA's hardest hitters, a southpaw who is a very good boxer who seemingly packs dynamite in his fists if the amount of fighters he has knocked out cold is anything to go by. A good wrestler too, he was one of the first to perfect the art of using a good sprawl and competent grappling to keep a fight upright and away from his biggest weakness, his ground game. Many feel that if it wasn't for the amount of injuries he has had, he would have been a world champion by now. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Yukichi Sato in the second round of the tournament. Jakuchu Abe is a black belt level student of traditional jiu-jitsu, who has honed his other skills, particularly his striking, in order to make himself a complete mixed martial artist. A versatile fighter who can cause anybody problems, Japan has high hopes for the charismatic Middleweight. ALPHA-1 unsurprisingly signed him in 2000. He won by fifth round submission over Tom Essy in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Thais Antonio Taffarel vs. Joey Valdez in the Fourth Round. MAIN CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Thais Antonio Taffarel (21-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -600) vs. Joey "Hands" Valdez (12-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #179, Underdog: +470) Thais Antonio Taffarel is one of Brazil's top Middleweights, who comes from a Muay Thai background but has developed excellent versatility over time. A very dangerous striker, he can also grapple with the best, and while his own submission skills are limited, he has learned how to defend himself well even against high level Jiu-Jitsu fighters. A former two-time challenger for the FLB Middleweight title, he jumped to ALPHA-1 after FLB's collapse. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Sojuro Iriye in the second round of the tournament. Joey Valdez is an excellent boxer from Mexico, who has the power and speed to give anyone on the planet problems. His big weakness is his ground game, but his underrated wrestling and takedown defence mean that few get to test it. He won by Unanimous Decision over Emile Rachal in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Tiki Britton in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Patrick Thomas vs. Jakuchu Abe in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Haranobu Oshiro (20-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Underdog: +510) vs. Isaiah "Thump" Monroe (10-1, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Favorite: -640) Haranobu Oshiro is a Japanese Middleweight, who is a dangerous kick boxer who loves to light up his opponents with stinging kicks to the body. His two big weaknesses have always been his substandard ground game and his mental fragility. He has shown an alarming tendency to crumble under pressure against opponents who are willing to get in his face. Once considered a future great, his career has slid dramatically over the years and he's in real danger of being left behind. He won by Unanimous Decision over Edu Gattai in the second round of the tournament. Isaiah Monroe was a stand-out wrestler in college, a big, super-athletic Middleweight fighter who has the potential to go places. With excellent takedowns, top level grappling, and a lot of power in his surprisingly good stand-up, the man they call "Thump" has all the tools that he needs to be a serious player. He won by first round knock out over Erik Cunniford in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Shuncho Sakurai in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tora Mizwar vs. Artak Gevor in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Tora "Bull" Mizwar (25-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -1020) vs. Artak Gevor (10-2-1, 2-0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +810) Tora Mizwar is one of Indonesia's most successful and popular fighters, and comes from a wrestling background and is known for his sheer brute strength approach to MMA. He has heavy hands, and is especially deadly if he can get on top and rain down blows on a grounded opponent. Surprisingly, it was GAMMA rather than ALPHA-1 who signed him in late 1998, perhaps seeing him as a potential future opening into the Asian market. He has been a huge success for the company and is well on his way to getting a title shot. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Suezo Takasugi in the second round of the tournament. Artak Gevor is a solid wrestler, who has the ability to control opponents and punish them whether clinched or down on the mat, and also has the advantage of having a pretty powerful punch. He won by second round TKO over Richard Smith in the first round of the tournament, before fighting to a Split Draw with Hans-Peter Schneider in the second round of the tournament, then winning by Unanimous Decision over Hans-Peter Schneider in the second round rematch. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Haranobu Oshiro vs. Isaiah Monroe in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Reggie "The Rock Star Pirate" Barbera (3-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #126, Underdog: +350) vs. Drazen Gabelich (10-4, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -450) Reggie Barbera is instantly recognizable, a tall charismatic Middleweight who is known for being a very tough opponent for anyone, a very good wrestler, he has also learned how to use his long reach and potent jab to control fights at range. His one weakness is that he is not a natural finisher of fights. He won by first round knock out over Kirkor Yengibaryan in the first round of the tournament, before winning by Unanimous Decision over Ieyoshi Yamashita in the second round of the tournament. Drazen Gabelich is a good wrestler, whose main threat comes from the ground, he has very good submissions in his arsenal, especially his deadly armbars. His striking is mediocre at best, and so his strategy is nearly always to grapple with his opponent as soon as possible and to look for an early takedown. A regular with SIGMA, he has yet to really find his feet in the company. He won by fifth round submission over Chaz Babish in the first round of the tournament, before winning by first round submission over Ezio Gnocchi in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kei Sakakibara vs. Juro Fukazawa in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Kei Sakakibara (4-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Favorite: -610) vs. "Iron Man" Juro Fukazawa (18-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Underdog: +480) Kei Sakakibara is a submission specialist, who is all about getting in close and using his grappling ability to control and subdue his opponents. If he could develope his striking skills from their current awful level, he could become a real handful. He won by first round submission over Bernard Blue in the first round of the tournament, before winning by second round submission over Kyuwa Itou in the second round of the tournament. Juro Fukazawa is an unexceptional kick boxer, who is noted for his endurance, a strength that has seen him become particularly dangerous in later rounds when his opponent has tired and he can pour on the pressure. After over twenty fights on the local scene, he finally got signed by ALPHA-1 in 2001. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Inacio Barroso in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Reggie Barbera vs. Drazen Gabelich in the Fourth Round. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Third Round Bout: Mario "Rabbit" Varela (10-3, 1-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #107, Underdog: +420) vs. Yoshinobu "Spirit Roar" Tanaka (31-19, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #171, Favorite: -530) Mario Varela is primarily a Middleweight fighter, who comes from a Muay Thai background and loves nothing more than to use his vicious knee strikes to knock opponents out. He's pretty vulnerable to grapplers and submission specialists, and so he tends to fight fellow strikers for the most part. He won by Unanimous Decision over French Dancer in the first round of the tournament, before losing by second round knock out to Fernando Amaro in the second round of the tournament, however he was reinserted into the bracket following Amaro's retirement. Yoshinobu Tanaka is a veteran of the Japanese MMA scene, a solid wrestler whose experience and ability to control opponents can cause problems for some. A fixture on the regional scene, he's a really good test for any young fighters. He won by third round submission over Branko Alilovic in the first round of the tournament, before winning by fifth round TKO over Tetsuji Myojin in the second round of the tournament. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Buddy Garner vs. Mogens Leerback in the Fourth Round. Weigh-In Results Buddy Garner (185 lbs) vs. Mogens Leerback (185 lbs) Patrick Thomas (185 lbs) vs. Jakuchu Abe (185 lbs) Thais Antonio Taffarel (185 lbs) vs. Joey Valdez (185 lbs) Haranobu Oshiro (185 lbs) vs. Isaiah Monroe (185 lbs) Tora Mizwar (185 lbs) vs. Artak Gevor (185 lbs) Reggie Barbera (185 lbs) vs. Drazen Gabelich (185 lbs) Kei Sakakibara (185 lbs) vs. Juro Fukazawa (174 lbs) Mario Varela (185 lbs) vs. Yoshinobu Tanaka (185 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 90 Full Fight Card MW: Buddy Garner vs. Mogens Leerback MW: Patrick Thomas vs. Jakuchu Abe MW: Thais Antonio Taffarel vs. Joey Valdez MW: Haranobu Oshiro vs. Isaiah Monroe MW: Tora Mizwar vs. Artak Gevor MW: Reggie Barbera vs. Drazen Gabelich MW: Kei Sakakibara vs. Juro Fukazawa MW: Mario Varela vs. Yoshinobu Tanaka Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 12, 2023 Author Share Posted October 12, 2023 Saturday, Week 2, February 2003 Live From Windsor, 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 MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Mario "Rabbit" Varela (10-3, 1-1 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Underdog: +420) vs. Yoshinobu "Spirit Roar" Tanaka (31-19, 2-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -530) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Mario 'Rabbit' Varela competing against Yoshinobu 'Spirit Roar' Tanaka. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Varela looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Varela throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Tanaka moves in fast and clinches with Varela. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Tanaka uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Varela as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Varela tries to wriggle free, but Tanaka controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Tanaka is looking to muscle Varela back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Varela ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Tanaka smothers Varela against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Tanaka smothers Varela against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Varela gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Tanaka pins Varela up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Tanaka smothers Varela against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Varela uses his wrestling skills to prevent Tanaka from throwing any knee strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:20) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:10) It looked like we were about to see Tanaka try and get some grappling started, but Varela was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Varela throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Varela hits a left hand, but Tanaka avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Varela lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Varela throws a one-two, but Tanaka was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Tanaka takes the chance and grabs Varela into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Tanaka uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Varela. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Varela tries to wriggle free, but Tanaka controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Tanaka uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Varela. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Tanaka tries to wrestle Varela backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Tanaka manages it and controls Varela up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Tanaka. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:49) A one-two from Varela fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Tanaka takes the chance and shoots on Varela. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Varela sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Varela connects with a nice jab and then hits Tanaka with a body kick. (Rd 2 - 03:47) For the first time, Varela is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Varela moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Varela throws a punch but Tanaka was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Tanaka shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:27) The takedown is completed, Tanaka gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Tanaka attempts to kimura Varela from side control. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Varela defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 03:03) Tanaka fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Tanaka throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Tanaka fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Tanaka fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Tanaka tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Tanaka almost gets mount, but Varela was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 2 - 01:17) The scramble sees Tanaka up first, and he is quick to wrestle Varela up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Varela is trapped against the cage and Tanaka hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Varela is trapped against the cage and Tanaka punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Tanaka uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Tanaka smothers Varela against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Tanaka catches Varela with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Tanaka tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Varela uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Tanaka, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Tanaka up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:54) Tanaka may have been aiming to get in close, but Varela aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Varela, but then he hits Tanaka with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Tanaka chooses to shoot in on Varela. (Rd 3 - 04:31) The takedown is successful, Varela couldn't quite stay on his feet. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Varela winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Tanaka pressing onto him. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Tanaka starts trying to get Varela on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Varela doesn't let Tanaka get the mount. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Varela hits Tanaka with a few weak strikes to the back. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Tanaka attempts a guillotine. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Varela blocks the choke. (Rd 3 - 02:53) Varela, trapped against the cage, pummels Tanaka on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Tanaka pounds away, but Varela calmly deals with them. (Rd 3 - 02:20) Varela hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Tanaka tries to lock Varela in a choke. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Varela doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied. (Rd 3 - 01:36) Varela hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Tanaka starts trying to get Varela on his back so that he can gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Tanaka shifts his position to gain side control. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Tanaka fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 3 - 00:12) Tanaka unloads with some right hands, but Varela deals with them comfortably. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Tanaka, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Varela 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) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:45) Tanaka had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Varela fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Tanaka, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Varela can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Tanaka with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Tanaka is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Varela can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:18) It looks like Tanaka has been cut above the eye. (Rd 4 - 04:07) A few deep breaths betray that Varela is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Varela comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:54) It looked like we were about to see Tanaka try and get some grappling started, but Varela was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Varela can't connect with a jab, but then hits Tanaka with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Tanaka shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:32) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Tanaka has now completed three takedowns. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Tanaka throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Tanaka attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Varela tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 02:46) Somehow, the scramble leaves Varela under the north-south control of Tanaka. (Rd 4 - 02:35) Tanaka loses control of Varela, who scrambles quickly. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Varela ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Tanaka throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 01:51) Tanaka fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Tanaka throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Tanaka pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 4 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Tanaka unloads with some right hands, but Varela deals with them comfortably. (Rd 4 - 00:36) Tanaka begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 4 - 00:36) Varela was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 4 - 00:23) The scramble leaves Varela turtled up with Tanaka behind. (Rd 4 - 00:09) Tanaka fires away with punches, but Varela deals with them fairly well. (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 Tanaka. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Varela is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. (Rd 4 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Tanaka. Round 5 Quote (Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 5 - 04:48) Varela moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Tanaka appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Varela took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:48) Varela lands a left jab, but Tanaka avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Varela is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Varela moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Varela hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Tanaka is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 04:11) Varela hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 5 - 03:42) Tanaka may have been setting up to shoot, but Varela aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 03:42) A jab is wide from Varela, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:16) A tired-looking Tanaka shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:16) The takedown is completed, Varela is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 5 - 03:16) That's his fourth takedown of the fight. (Rd 5 - 03:00) Looking to catch his breath, Tanaka is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 5 - 02:39) In half guard, Tanaka begins working to get side control. (Rd 5 - 02:39) He passes half guard, but Varela was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 5 - 02:28) Tanaka is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:28) Tanaka ends up in guard. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Tanaka lies on top of Varela, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Tanaka tries to pass the guard. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Varela fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 5 - 01:32) Varela ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Tanaka throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 5 - 00:42) Tanaka throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 5 - 00:17) Tanaka fires off some rights, but Varela isn't troubled by them. (Rd 5 - 00:05) Tanaka pounds away on Varela, landing a few clean shots but not many. (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 Tanaka. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Yoshinobu 'Spirit Roar' Tanaka is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Yoshinobu 'Spirit Roar' Tanaka defeats Mario 'Rabbit' Varela (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Yoshinobu Tanaka takes the microphone and announces that he is now retiring from the sport. Yoshinobu Tanaka gives a name-check to everyone at Snake Temple, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Varela for a tough fight. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Kei Sakakibara (4-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -610) vs. "Iron Man" Juro Fukazawa (18-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Underdog: +480) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Kei Sakakibara faces 'Iron Man' Juro Fukazawa. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Fukazawa lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Fukazawa closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:25) A jab hits home from Fukazawa and then he lands a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Fukazawa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Sakakibara looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Sakakibara aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:43) A jab is wide from Fukazawa, but then he hits Sakakibara with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Sakakibara seizes the chance and grabs Fukazawa into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Sakakibara tries to take Fukazawa down. (Rd 1 - 03:31) The takedown is completed, Fukazawa is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Sakakibara begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Sakakibara is too skilled for Fukazawa, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Sakakibara tries to lock Fukazawa in an americana. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Fukazawa defends himself well. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Sakakibara starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Fukazawa tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Sakakibara attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Sakakibara flattens Fukazawa out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 01:08) Kei Sakakibara takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Kei Sakakibara defeats 'Iron Man' Juro Fukazawa (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Kei Sakakibara name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Reggie "The Rock Star Pirate" Barbera (3-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Dallas, Texas, Underdog: +350) vs. Drazen Gabelich (10-4, 2-0 CTC, From: Zagreb, Croatia, Favorite: -450) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Reggie 'The Rock Star Pirate' Barbera taking on Drazen Gabelich. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Barbera looks significantly bigger than Gabelich as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Barbera lands a jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Gabelich looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 1 - 04:22) A jab hits home from Barbera and then he catches Gabelich with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:01) A jab lands from Barbera, but a big left to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Barbera moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Gabelich looked like he was going to shoot, but Barbera simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:42) A jab hits home from Barbera and then he hits Gabelich with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Circling warily, Gabelich is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Barbera can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Gabelich with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Gabelich shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Barbera gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Barbera is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Gabelich off of him. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Gabelich throws some minor strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Gabelich deflects a couple of punches that Barbera threw from below. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Gabelich throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Barbera tries to catch Gabelich with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Gabelich starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Barbera keeps his guard secure. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Barbera tries to pull Gabelich in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Gabelich lies on top of Barbera, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Barbera, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Barbera looks pumped up and his team are delighted. (Rd 1 - 00:00) He may have come into this fight as the heavy underdog, but you wouldn't know it based on that first round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Gabelich is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:52) Barbera closes in on Gabelich, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Barbera can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Barbera hits a right jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Barbera moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:14) A jab hits home from Barbera and then he catches Gabelich with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Gabelich clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about shooting and getting caught on the way in. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Barbera connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 03:39) A jab hits home from Barbera and then he hits Gabelich with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Gabelich starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut above his eye. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Barbera hits a right hand, but Gabelich evades a big left punch. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Barbera shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on. (Rd 2 - 03:09) There's a takedown attempt from Gabelich. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Barbera almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Gabelich holds the other. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Gabelich drives Barbera up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Gabelich looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Barbera works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Barbera fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Gabelich with a crunching left hook. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Barbera can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Barbera can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Barbera hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Barbera confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Barbera connects with a nice jab and then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:19) The clock is stopped as referee Kyle Crisp wants to check the cut on Gabelich. (Rd 2 - 01:19) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender. (Rd 2 - 01:19) The fight recommences! (Rd 2 - 01:19) Barbera is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Barbera connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:51) A jab hits home from Barbera and then he hits Gabelich with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Barbera lands a right hand and then catches Gabelich with a crunching left hook. (Rd 2 - 00:17) A punch from Barbera fails to land. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Gabelich takes the chance and grabs Barbera into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:02) With control of the clinch, Gabelich tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Gabelich can't get the takedown as Barbera wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Barbera, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Barbera ahead 20-18. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 3 - 04:55) Barbera connects with two right hands and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Barbera hits a right jab and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:20) A jab hits home from Barbera and then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 3 - 04:03) A jab hits home from Barbera and then he lands a vicious left cross! (Rd 3 - 04:03) Gabelich is knocked down! (Rd 3 - 03:55) Barbera knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Gabelich, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 3 - 03:55) Barbera pounds away on Gabelich, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 3 - 03:55) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 03:35) Reggie 'The Rock Star Pirate' Barbera takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Reggie 'The Rock Star Pirate' Barbera defeats Drazen Gabelich (TKO (Strikes) in 1:25 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Reggie Barbera gives a name-check to everyone at Mean Machines, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Reggie Barbera brags about causing a huge upset and claims Drazen Gabelich underestimated him. Reggie Barbera is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Tora "Bull" Mizwar (25-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -1020) vs. Artak Gevor (10-2-1, 2-0-1 CTC, From: Yerevan, Armenia, Underdog: +810) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Tora 'Bull' Mizwar squares off with Artak Gevor. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Gevor gets close enough to clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Gevor tries to wrestle Mizwar backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Gevor can't do it though, and Mizwar gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Mizwar is trying to push Gevor so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:04) He does so and now has Gevor pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Gevor is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Mizwar has over him. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Mizwar has gotten hold of Gevor and may be looking for a suplex. (Rd 1 - 02:41) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a suplex! He gets side control of it! (Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Mizwar attempts an armbar. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Gevor doesn't allow the armbar to be applied. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Mizwar blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Looking to catch his breath, Mizwar is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Mizwar attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Gevor doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Mizwar blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Mizwar fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Mizwar blocks Gevor as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:06) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (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 Mizwar. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Mizwar, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 04:54) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Gevor misses with a big right hand, allowing Mizwar to counter with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Gevor appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Gevor took an accidental eye poke there, that looked nasty. (Rd 2 - 04:43) The referee gives him a few moments to recover in a neutral corner. (Rd 2 - 04:43) The fight resumes. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Mizwar moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Mizwar hits a left jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:15) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Gevor gets in close and clinches with Mizwar. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Gevor is looking to muscle Mizwar back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Gevor can't move Mizwar at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Mizwar is looking to wrestle Gevor to the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:27) It doesn't work, Gevor defended against it well. (Rd 2 - 03:00) A whizzer allows Gevor to execute a sharp turn, creating enough space so that he can pull free of the grappling. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Mizwar uses a left jab, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Gevor is able to grab Mizwar. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Gevor tries to wrestle Mizwar backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Gevor can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Mizwar is trying to muscle Gevor up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Mizwar doesn't manage it though, Gevor defended it well. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Using his wrestling skills, Mizwar is trying to push Gevor up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Mizwar manages it and controls Gevor up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:37) With Gevor bleeding, referee Leo Behan pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 2 - 01:37) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 2 - 01:37) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 2 - 01:37) Mizwar is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 01:30) A jab hits home from Mizwar and then he catches Gevor with a hard low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 01:09) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Gevor is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Mizwar lands a one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Mizwar connects with a nice jab and then hits Gevor with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Mizwar fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Gevor is able to grab Mizwar. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Gevor is trying to muscle Mizwar up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Mizwar isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Mizwar. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Mizwar up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:52) Gevor, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Mizwar lands a jab and then catches Gevor with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:32) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Mizwar shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Gevor gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Mizwar unloads with some right hands, but Gevor deals with them comfortably. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Gevor tries to pull Mizwar in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 3 - 03:16) Mizwar tries to pound on Gevor, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 03:03) Gevor pulls Mizwar in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Mizwar pounds away but Gevor deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Mizwar leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Gevor. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Mizwar throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Mizwar deflects a couple of punches that Gevor threw from below. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Mizwar pounds away, but Gevor calmly deals with them. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Mizwar leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Gevor. (Rd 3 - 01:07) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Mizwar is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 01:01) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Mizwar. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Gevor almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Mizwar has hold of one leg. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Mizwar uses the position to drive Gevor up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Mizwar may be looking for a suplex of some kind on Gevor. (Rd 3 - 00:39) He lifts his opponent and suplexes him to the ground! Gevor pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Mizwar unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 3 - 00:06) Mizwar feels Gevor prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. (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 Mizwar. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Gevor will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four! (Rd 4 - 04:45) A tired Mizwar moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:45) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Gevor pulling guard. (Rd 4 - 04:45) That's his fourth successful takedown from six attempts. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Mizwar fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Mizwar leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Gevor. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Breathing very hard, Mizwar is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Mizwar throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Gevor tries to catch Mizwar with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Mizwar throws some minor strikes. (Rd 4 - 03:00) Mizwar deflects a couple of punches that Gevor threw from below. (Rd 4 - 02:45) Mizwar keeps Gevor guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Gevor pulls Mizwar down in close and hits him with a couple of short punches to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:05) For the moment Mizwar is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:46) Mizwar throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Mizwar deflects a couple of punches that Gevor threw from below. (Rd 4 - 01:09) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 01:09) Gevor is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 01:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Gevor misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Mizwar goes to the legs with a low kick. (Rd 4 - 00:38) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 00:38) Mizwar lands a left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:38) Gevor is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Gevor lands a left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Mizwar finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Mizwar took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Gevor 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 - 04:50) Gevor steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Mizwar hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Gevor can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Mizwar with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:36) Gevor forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:36) Mizwar lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:36) Gevor throws a one-two, but Mizwar was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Gevor is limping slightly. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Mizwar closes in on Gevor, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Gevor may have been aiming to get in close, but Mizwar aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Mizwar lands a left hand and then hits a body kick. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Gevor shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Mizwar partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Gevor has a hold of the other. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Unable to complete the takedown, Gevor instead pushes Mizwar up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:27) Gevor tries to keep him up against the cage, but Mizwar works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Gevor attacks with strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Mizwar hit a counter left hand. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Gevor throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 02:43) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 5 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:10) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Mizwar misses a right hook and gets countered with a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 5 - 02:01) He's down! Mizwar falls to the floor! (Rd 5 - 02:01) Gevor moves in quickly, kneeling beside Mizwar and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 5 - 02:01) Gevor pounds away with rights, Mizwar is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 5 - 02:01) Mizwar is out! Referee Leo Behan leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 5 - 01:44) By knock out, the winner is Artak Gevor! Official Result: Artak Gevor defeats Tora 'Bull' Mizwar (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:16 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Artak Gevor thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Artak Gevor says that he knows that beating Tora Mizwar is a big upset but that he always believed in himself. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Haranobu Oshiro (20-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Hiroshima, Japan, Underdog: +510) vs. Isaiah "Thump" Monroe (10-1, 2-0 CTC, From: Akron, Ohio, Favorite: -640) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Haranobu Oshiro battling Isaiah 'Thump' Monroe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Monroe may have weighed in the same as Oshiro yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Oshiro connects with a nice jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Monroe hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Oshiro throws a punch but Monroe avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:11) A jab is wide from Oshiro, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Monroe. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Oshiro can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Monroe appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Oshiro took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Oshiro hits a left hand, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Monroe has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Monroe sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Monroe gets the takedown! Oshiro pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Time slips away as Monroe successfully keeps Oshiro stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Time slips away as Monroe successfully keeps Oshiro stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Monroe lies on top of Oshiro, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Monroe smothers Oshiro with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Monroe pounds away, but Oshiro calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 01:24) For the moment Monroe is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Monroe fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:49) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Oshiro comes in fast with three quick punches, landing two of them, but Monroe evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Oshiro can't connect with a jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Monroe. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Not a lot happened in that round and the fans are getting a bit restless as a result. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Oshiro. (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) Oshiro confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Oshiro lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Monroe is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Two jabs hit home from Oshiro and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Oshiro steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Monroe may have been aiming to get in close, but Oshiro aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Oshiro lands a jab and then hits Monroe with a body kick. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Monroe appeared to be going for a takedown, but Oshiro took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Oshiro doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Monroe uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:34) The takedown is completed, Oshiro is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Monroe has now completed two takedowns. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Monroe pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Monroe throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Monroe unloads with left hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 2 - 02:37) The clock runs down as Oshiro is being smothered against the ground by Monroe. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Oshiro is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Monroe off of him. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Monroe is trying to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 01:37) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Referee Leo Behan decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Setting it up well, Monroe shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Oshiro almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Monroe has hold of one leg. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Monroe uses the position to drive Oshiro up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Monroe pins Oshiro up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Monroe took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Oshiro lands a left jab, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Oshiro uses a left jab, but Monroe avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Oshiro is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Oshiro can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Monroe with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Monroe uses a brace of left jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Oshiro fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Monroe with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Oshiro hits a left jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Monroe may have been aiming to get in close, but Oshiro aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Oshiro lands a flurry of three quick punches and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Oshiro closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Oshiro hits a left jab and then catches Monroe with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Monroe has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 3 - 02:40) Monroe, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 3 - 02:40) Oshiro lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:23) A jab hits home from Oshiro and then he hits Monroe with a sensational high right head kick! (Rd 3 - 02:23) Monroe is knocked down! (Rd 3 - 02:11) Oshiro quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Monroe! (Rd 3 - 02:11) Oshiro pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Monroe. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Oshiro pounds away, but Monroe calmly deals with them. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Monroe does well to transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Oshiro lunges forward and slams his shoulder into Monroe. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Oshiro uses a quick shoulder smash. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Monroe tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Oshiro. (Rd 3 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:54) With a quick movement, Oshiro throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Monroe. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Monroe pulls Oshiro close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 3 - 00:30) Oshiro uses a quick shoulder smash. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Oshiro uses a shoulder smash to keep Monroe down. (Rd 3 - 00:12) Oshiro hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Monroe. (Rd 3 - 00:06) With a quick movement, Oshiro throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Monroe. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Oshiro. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Oshiro up 29-28. Round 4 Quote (Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins! (Rd 4 - 04:51) Oshiro moves in on Monroe, preparing to throw. (Rd 4 - 04:51) A jab hits home from Oshiro and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Oshiro moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 4 - 04:26) It looked like we were about to see Monroe try and get some grappling started, but Oshiro was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Oshiro can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Monroe with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Oshiro hits a left jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Oshiro is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Oshiro connects with a nice jab and then hits a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Monroe appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Oshiro took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Oshiro can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Monroe warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Oshiro can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Monroe with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Oshiro moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Monroe appeared to be going for a takedown, but Oshiro took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Oshiro can't connect with a jab, but then lands a nice right head kick. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Monroe looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go! (Rd 4 - 03:05) A head kick lands hard, Monroe falls to the ground and is in major trouble! (Rd 4 - 02:53) Oshiro is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Oshiro senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 4 - 02:53) Oshiro fires away with punches, and Monroe is stung by several big shots. (Rd 4 - 02:39) Oshiro fires away with right hands, but Monroe doesn't take much damage. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Monroe skillfully moves to full guard. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Oshiro uses a shoulder smash to keep Monroe down. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Oshiro hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Monroe. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Monroe tries to get double underhooks on Oshiro so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 4 - 01:36) Oshiro peppers Monroe with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Monroe pulls Oshiro close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 4 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:59) Oshiro uses a shoulder smash to keep Monroe down. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Monroe drags Oshiro in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Oshiro lunges forward and slams his shoulder into Monroe. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Monroe pulls Oshiro down in close and hits him with a couple of short punches to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:16) With a quick movement, Oshiro throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Monroe. (Rd 4 - 00:08) From the bottom, Monroe glances an elbow strike off the top of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Oshiro, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Monroe 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 - 05:00) Monroe has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 5 - 04:52) Monroe comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:52) Oshiro gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 04:35) Monroe lies on top of Oshiro, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 04:08) Monroe catches Oshiro with a glancing elbow strike. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Monroe pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Oshiro. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Time slips away as Monroe successfully keeps Oshiro stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:08) Monroe pounds away on Oshiro but can't land anything significant. (Rd 5 - 02:56) Monroe pounds away with lefts, but Oshiro covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 5 - 02:45) For the moment Monroe is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 5 - 02:17) Monroe unloads with some left hands, but Oshiro deals with them comfortably. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Monroe is trying to pass guard. (Rd 5 - 01:59) He eventually passes, but only into half guard. (Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:55) Monroe pounds away with lefts and Oshiro is eating some heavy shots! (Rd 5 - 00:55) Monroe may have hurt his hand while pounding away, judging from his body language. (Rd 5 - 00:55) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon his chances of winning. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Monroe tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Monroe gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Oshiro is defending with tenacity, he is frustrating Monroe and making him work hard. (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 Monroe. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 48-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Haranobu Oshiro is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Haranobu Oshiro defeats Isaiah 'Thump' Monroe (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Haranobu Oshiro thanks everyone connected to Way of the Crane's Beak for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Haranobu Oshiro gives a show of respect to his opponent. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Thais Antonio Taffarel (21-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -600) vs. Joey "Hands" Valdez (12-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +470) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Thais Antonio Taffarel goes head to head with Joey 'Hands' Valdez. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:47) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Taffarel hits a jab but can't get a kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Valdez is off-target with two jabs but nails a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:03) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Valdez hits a pair of jabs and also connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Taffarel misses with a pair of jabs but connects with a thumping kick to the thigh. (Rd 1 - 03:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Moving forward constantly, Valdez is pressuring Taffarel. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Taffarel hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Valdez moves in behind five quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then he hits Taffarel with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Valdez lands two jabs, but Taffarel avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Valdez comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Taffarel fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Valdez doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Moving forward constantly, Valdez is pressuring Taffarel. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Taffarel lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:55) A quick flurry of punches from Valdez sees one of three hit home but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Taffarel misses a right hook and gets countered with a right jab and a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Valdez lands three of five quick punches but Taffarel evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Taffarel misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Valdez comes in with a few quick jabs that are followed by a left cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:27) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:09) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Valdez dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land. (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 Valdez. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Taffarel looks a little shell-shocked too. Round 2 Quote (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Valdez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a solid left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Taffarel had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:31) A flurry of four punches from Valdez see one of them land but Taffarel evades a big left punch. (Rd 2 - 04:10) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Taffarel lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Valdez attacks with three quick punches and lands two of them but misses with a big left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:48) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Valdez sees a head kick coming and counters Taffarel with a few quick jabs that are followed by a great left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:28) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Taffarel misses with a left jab but lands a low kick. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Valdez lands two of a flurry of quick punches and then hits a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Valdez is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 03:07) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Taffarel is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Valdez finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Valdez is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:39) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:13) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Taffarel misses a jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Valdez lands two of four quick punches but Taffarel avoids a head kick attempt thanks to good head movement. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Taffarel hits a jab but misses a high kick. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Valdez lands three of five quick punches but misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Taffarel hits a glancing high kick. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Valdez attacks with four quick punches and lands two of them but misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Taffarel misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Switching to a traditional stance, Valdez gets ready to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:03) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Taffarel attacks with three quick punches and lands two of them but gets a leg kick checked. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Valdez lands two of five quick punches but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Valdez. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Valdez 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) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Valdez quickly throws four punches and three of them land but misses a left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Taffarel hits a jab and also scores with a scything kick to the legs. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Valdez limps pretty heavily as he circles around. (Rd 3 - 04:29) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Taffarel misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Valdez to attack with quick jabs that are followed by a big left hand that just misses. (Rd 3 - 03:59) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Valdez lands two jabs but doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Taffarel connects with a thumping kick to the thigh. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Valdez nails four quick punches from a flurry but doesn't connect with a left hand as Taffarel slips past it. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Taffarel hits four out of a flurry of five punches but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:29) Barely able to walk now, the damage Valdez has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 3 - 03:16) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 03:03) For the first time, Taffarel is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 03:03) Valdez limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 3 - 02:50) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:11) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Taffarel uses a left jab but misses with a spinning back kick. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Valdez lands one of a flurry of quick punches but Taffarel bobs out of the way of a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 01:47) Valdez can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 01:32) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:32) Valdez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Valdez stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Taffarel is trying to force Valdez into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Valdez can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Taffarel scores with an elbow, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Valdez wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Valdez is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 00:22) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Taffarel misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hand to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Valdez throws a two-punch combo but Taffarel avoids both. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Taffarel gets hold of Valdez. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Valdez, 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Taffarel 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 - 04:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Valdez quickly throws three punches and two of them land but misses with a left hook to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Taffarel hits a jab and also just about lands a head kick. (Rd 4 - 04:30) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 4 - 04:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Taffarel scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Valdez misses with a flurry of four quick punches but scores with a right hook to the side of the body. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Breathing very hard, Valdez is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 03:33) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:33) Valdez misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Taffarel attacks with a quick left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Valdez tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Taffarel seizes the chance and grabs Valdez into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:59) Taffarel uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Valdez. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Taffarel is trying to lock Valdez into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:41) He has it hooked, Valdez needs to find a way out quickly. (Rd 4 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:25) Using the clinch, Taffarel blasts Valdez with a destructive elbow strike! Valdez is knocked out! (Rd 4 - 02:19) The winner, by knock out; Thais Antonio Taffarel! Official Result: Thais Antonio Taffarel defeats Joey 'Hands' Valdez (Knock Out (Elbow) in 2:41 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Thais Antonio Taffarel gives a name-check to everyone at Brazilian Estrela Academy, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Thais Antonio Taffarel praises Valdez for his skill and toughness. Thais Antonio Taffarel has a lot of natural charisma, and that shines in these sort of settings. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Patrick "The Titan" Thomas (20-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Shreveport, Louisiana, Favorite: -450) vs. Jakuchu Abe (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +350) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Patrick 'The Titan' Thomas battles Jakuchu Abe in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Thomas looks significantly bigger than Abe as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) A punch from Thomas fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Coming forward, Abe is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Thomas throws a punch but Abe avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Abe gets hold of Thomas. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Abe looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Thomas blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Thomas tries to knee Abe, but gets blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Abe tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:48) An excellent outside leg trip sees Thomas get thrown to the mat and Abe has no problem getting side control. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Abe tries to ensnare Thomas in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Thomas gets caught by a kimura, it's in deep! (Rd 1 - 03:28) Out of the blue, Thomas pops his arm free! Abe must not have had it locked in as tight as it looked. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Abe still has side control though. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Abe tries to lock Thomas into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Thomas blocks it. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Abe fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Abe attempts to armbar Thomas from side control. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Thomas fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Abe tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 1 - 01:28) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Thomas rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Abe tries to get his hooks in, but can't. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Thomas tries to move Abe off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Abe tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Thomas doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Thomas tries a roll, but doesn't budge Abe. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Abe, 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) Thomas can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Abe looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Abe appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Thomas took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Thomas throws a punch but Abe avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Thomas comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Abe scores with a weak, flicked right hand jab. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Thomas throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Thomas can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Moving in, Abe appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Thomas can't connect with a jab, but then hits Abe with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Abe has a smashed up nose from that blow, there's blood dripping down. (Rd 2 - 03:50) A broken nose will certainly have a big impact upon his breathing. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Thomas hits a right hand, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Thomas looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Abe uses a brace of right jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Thomas can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:17) For the first time, Thomas is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Abe keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Thomas throws a punch but Abe avoids it. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Seizing the opportunity, Abe clinches. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Abe tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Abe can't get the trip, as Thomas wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Thomas catches Abe with a knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Thomas is looking to muscle Abe back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Abe ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:01) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Abe. (Rd 2 - 02:01) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 2 - 02:01) The fight recommences! (Rd 2 - 01:50) Thomas throws a punch but Abe avoids it. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Abe moves in fast and clinches with Thomas. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Abe looks to take Thomas down with a trip. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Thomas blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage! (Rd 2 - 01:39) Thomas doesn't get away with it, referee Leo Behan sees it and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 2 - 01:39) Abe looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Thomas prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation! (Rd 2 - 01:39) Somehow referee Leo Behan didn't see it! (Rd 2 - 01:39) Abe tries to keep him up against the cage, but Thomas works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:14) A jab is wide from Thomas, but then he catches Abe with a crunching left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Thomas steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Abe had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:00) A jab is wide from Thomas, but then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Thomas can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Abe with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 00:34) It looked like we were about to see Abe try and get some grappling started, but Thomas was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:34) Thomas lands a right hand and then hits Abe with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Thomas can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Thomas. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 Quote (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 04:51) Thomas fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Abe backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow! (Rd 3 - 04:46) A big left hand from Thomas drops Abe! (Rd 3 - 04:35) Thomas starts pounding away on Abe, looking to finish him off! (Rd 3 - 04:35) Thomas unloads with massive left hands and Abe is getting destroyed! (Rd 3 - 04:35) Referee Leo Behan pulls Thomas away, stopping the fight! (Rd 3 - 04:16) The winner, by TKO; Patrick Thomas! Official Result: Patrick 'The Titan' Thomas defeats Jakuchu Abe (TKO (Strikes) in 0:44 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Patrick Thomas gives a name-check to everyone at Bear Pit, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Abe for a tough fight. Patrick Thomas is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT THIRD ROUND BOUT VS. Buddy Garner (17-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Favorite: -1200) vs. Mogens Leerback (8-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Odense, Denmark, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Quote (Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Buddy Garner faces Mogens Leerback in the CTC Middleweight division. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Garner appeared to be going for a takedown, but Leerback took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab is wide from Leerback, but then he hits Garner with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Setting it up with excellent timing, Garner comes forward and shoots for the takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:37) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Leerback pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Garner seems to be trying to loosen the guard in an attempt to create a leglock opportunity. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Loosening the guard, Garner is able to secure a leg and apply a kneebar, Leerback has to tap! (Rd 1 - 04:00) The winner, by submission; Buddy Garner! Official Result: Buddy Garner defeats Mogens Leerback (Submission (Kneebar) in 1:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Buddy Garner thanks everyone connected to Team Desire for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Attendance: 456 Gate Reciepts: $58,938 Sponsorship: $34,096 Ad Revenue: $1,200,325 Merchandise: $5,264 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $126,390) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Buddy Garner $27,425 Morgens Leerback $2,144 SotN: Garner: $5,000 Perf: Garner: $5,000 Patrick Thomas $19,516 Jakuchu Abe $3,321 Thais Antonio Taffarel $21,622 Joey Valdez $12,144 FotN: Both: $10,000 KotN: Taffarel: $5,000 Haranobu Oshiro $16,031 Isaiah Monroe $1,890 Artak Gevor $2,500 Tora Mizwar $4,674 Reggie Barbera $2,320 Drazen Gabelich $1,765 Kei Sakakibara $2,500 Juro Fukazawa $2,706 Yoshinobu Tanaka $4,110 Mario Varela $1,722 Drug Testing: $9,008 Production: $31,127 Profit: $1,132,098 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 71% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +3.5% 9.0% (Low Level National) USA +3.6% 16.6% (Low Level National) UK +3.2% 5.0% (Low Level National) Europe +2.0% 93.4% (High Level Regional) Australia +2.0% 89.6% (High Level Regional) Japan +2.8% 7.8% (Low Level National) Asia +2.0% 92.5% (High Level Regional) Russia +1.3% 79.6% (High Level Regional) Mexico +2.0% 89.6% (High Level Regional) South America +2.8% 7.8% (Low Level National) Central America +1.3% 81.7% (High Level Regional) Africa +1.3% 76.0% (High Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 87, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 88, and all fighters tested clean. - Yoshinobu Tanaka announced his retirement to the crowd following his victory over Mario Varela. He retires with a professional record of 32-19, with a promotional record of 3-0 with CTC, including a third round submission victory over Branko Alilovic at Canadian Tournament Combat 19, a fifth round TKO victory over Tetsuji Myojin at Canadian Tournament Combat 46, and a Unanimous Decision victory over Mario Varela at Canadian Tournament Combat 90. - The CTC announce that the loser of tonight's Fight of the Night, Joey Valdez, will continue in the tournament in Tanaka's place. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Mogens Leerback, Jakuchu Abe, Isaiah Monroe, Tora Mizwar, Drazen Gabelich, Juro Fukazawa, and Mario Varela. - CTC Middleweight fighter Patrick Thomas has announced that he will be taking a hiatus from MMA. He will be away for an indeterminate amount of time, with speculation being that he will be away for several months. He has earned the right to be on the finalized roster, and so will not be fired, but will be ejected from the tournament. - Tora Mizwar has been offered a new contract, and will continue in the tournament in the place of Patrick Thomas. - CTC Featherweight fighter Gerrit Dudok is training at Gothenburg Submission Fighting as he prepares for his CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight against Luiz Machado. He is excited to begin training there, and is expected to be a member long-term. He is hoping to work on his ground game there. - CTC Middleweight fighter Bill Brown is no longer training with American Cage Fighters, he has said publicly that he enjoyed training there, but that the arrangement was always a temporary mearsure, and it's now time to move on. - CTC Super Heavyweight fighter Renato is now training at House of Pain to prepare for his next fight, a CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight against Kiyomori Sanda, and he may stick around if things go well. He wants to freshen up his training methods, and hopes the team will improve his ground game in particular. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows Canadian Large Local Show (Saturday, Week 2, February 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Klaus Greis vs. Paco del Rio KO of the Night: Ragnar Gunnlaugsson (vs. Sawyer Hines) Submission of the Night: Klaus Greis (vs. Paco del Rio) Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round (Round of 32) Matthew Dean vs. Leonardo da Costa Zaco vs. Atsutane Akera Adam White vs. Wederson de Oliveira Heiji Endo vs. JJ Reid Carlos da Guia vs. Kojuro Kudo Ramon da Silva Ramos vs. Bill Brown Braulio Moura vs. Ojay Houghley Yaichiro Takahama vs. Sutton Ripley Joaquim Fontes vs. Dwayne Alleyne Neil Napier vs. Ashley Ballard Thorbjorn Rekdal vs. Petey Mack Snuffy Fontana vs. Shaun Dico Reggie Barbera vs. Kei Sakakibara Thais Antonio Taffarel vs. Tora Mizwar Artak Gevor vs. Haranobu Oshiro Buddy Garner vs. Joey Valdez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 12, 2023 Author Share Posted October 12, 2023 News And Happenings: Friday, Week 3 February - Friday, Week 1, March News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 89, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 90, and all fighters tested clean. - CTC Middleweight fighter Bill Brown has announce that he is training at Animal House as he prepares for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight with Ramon da Silva Ramos. He will be backed by the team for the fight, but is not expected to remain long-term, and is only trying to keep his training methods fresh and interesting. - CTC Middleweight fighter Snuffy Fontana is no longer training with KO Fighters going forward. He has publicly said that he enjoyed training there, but it was always meant to be temporary, and it's time to move on. It remains to be seen how this will impact his training for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight with Shaun Dico. - CTC Middleweight fighter Reggie Barbera has quit training with Mean Machines after having a bust-up with fellow member Mac Fuller. No concrete details, but we have heard that a heated verbal confrontation led to Barbera storming out. Where he goes from here, and how this impacts his training for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round fight with Kei Sakakibara remains to be seen. - CTC Middleweight fighter Kei Sakakibara is now training with J1 Circle as he prepares for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round Bout against Reggie Barbera. However, he is not expected to remain with the team long term. He is looking forward to working on his boxing skills with the teams coaching staff. - CTC Middleweight fighter Yaichiro Takahama is now training with Tiger Claw Academy as he prepares for his CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Fourth Round Bout against Sutton Ripley. He is not expecting to remain with the team long-term, but is hoping to improve his ground game during his time with the team. Other Promotions Shows GAMMA 53: Sakanoue vs. Takara (Sunday, Week 3, February 2003) Title Result: Kiyonobu Sakanoue Won The GAMMA Light Heavyweight Title Fight of the Night: Mallory Poulin vs. Richard Evans KO of the Night: Vick Lessard (vs. Joel Bennett) Submission of the Night: ONille Bernard (vs. Mark Windham) British Large Local Show (Wednesday, Week 4, February 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Timothy Latchkey vs. Kush Singh KO of the Night: Neville Granville (vs. Daniel Hornsby) Submission of the Night: Timothy Latchkey (vs. Kush Singh) American Large Local Show (Wednesday, Week 4, February 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Emerson Mori Nunes vs. Karl Martin KO of the Night: Harv Dennis (vs. Duke Aiona) Submission of the Night: Emerson Mori Nunes (vs. Karl Martin) American Large Local Show (Thursday, Week 1, March 2003) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Steven Wu vs. Ross Smith KO of the Night: Big Magic (vs. Leon Banks) Submission of the Night: Floyd Haywood (vs. Kyle Sagal) Performance Bonus: Steven Wu vs. Ross Smith Performance Bonus: Blaze Weeks vs. Carson Neuwirth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted October 13, 2023 Author Share Posted October 13, 2023 CTC Middleweight Finalized Roster And Current Rankings #25. Snuffy Fontana (11-1) Snuffy Fontana is a Middleweight prospect from the UK, an all-rounder who can strike, grapple or use submissions. With time to develope Fontana could become a major name. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Snuffy Fontana defeats Conrad Bueller by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:28 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (March 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Snuffy Fontana defeats Michihito Yamazaki by TKO (Strikes) in 3:20 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 3. Snuffy Fontana defeats Dennis Gallagher by TKO (Strikes) in 4:59 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 89 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Shaun Dico at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Snuffy Fontana defeats Pierce Jeller by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:27 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) BCF: Kitson vs. McFadden (December 2000) 2. Edgar Van Den Hoogenband defeats Snuffy Fontana by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) BCF: Kane vs. Mullally (February 2001) 3. Snuffy Fontana defeats Tucker Plumm by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) BCF: Potter vs. Millican (October 2001) #24. Bill "The Marine" Brown (11-0) Bill Brown is physically imposing, and might be the best pure athlete in Mixed Martial Arts. On top of his physical gifts, he is a good wrestler, and an extremely dangerous predator on the ground, where he can comfortably finish opponents with either brutal ground and pound or his slick submission skills. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Bill Brown defeats Billy Fish by Submission (Kimura) in 3:00 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 17 (March 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Bill Brown defeats Genki Shinashi by Submission (Kimura) in 2:33 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 44 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 3. Bill Brown defeats Brendon Nicol by Submission (Kimura) in 2:19 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 88 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ramon da Silva Ramos at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) #23. Haranobu Oshiro (21-8) Haranobu Oshiro is a Japanese Middleweight, a dangerous kick boxer who loves to light up his opponents with stinging kicks to the body. His two big weaknesses have always been his substandard ground game and his mental fragility, he has shown an alarming tendency to crumble under pressure against opponents who are willing to get in his face. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Haranobu Oshiro defeats Edu Gattai by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Haranobu Oshiro defeats Isaiah Monroe by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 90 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Artak Gevor at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Mal Phe Roby defeats Haranobu Oshiro by TKO in 1:41 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) ALPHA-1: Roby vs. Oshiro (October 1995) Mal Phe Roby Retains The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 2. Ieyoshi Yamashita defeats Haranobu Oshiro by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Abukara (April 2001) 3. Mal Phe Roby defeats Haranobu Oshiro by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Yamamoto vs. Sukarno (September 2001) #22. "The Mack Attack" Petey Mack (13-5) Petey Mack is a very dangerous opponent, who is versatile and can cause damage from just about anywhere, his striking is crisp and powerful, his strength and balance make him a very good wrestler, and he has some extremely underrated submission skills. Add to that all his physical abilities and mental toughness and you have one of the best in the world. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Petey Mack defeats Tsunesaburo Baisotei by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Petey Mack defeats Tadao Miyazaki by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 89 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs.. Thorbjorn Rekdal at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Buddy Garner defeats Petey Mack by Submission (Kneebar) in 4:33 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA 23: Foster vs. Aiona (March 1998) 2. Petey Mack defeats Stuart Strange by TKO (Strikes) in 2:49 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA Battle Lines 1: Foster vs. Boyer (June 1999) 3. Neil Napier defeats Petey Mack by Submission (Arm Triangle) in 4:27 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 36: Foster vs. Lopes (June 2000) 4. Tora Mizwar defeats Petey Mack by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA Battle Lines 5: Rushton vs. Pickering (April 2001) #21. Kojuro Kudo (15-4-1NC) Kojuro Kudo is a quality striker, who mixes up technically excellent boxing with powerful leg kicks to make a potent attack, the way he can change levels makes him very hard to figure out. The rest of his MMA is somewhere between "work in progress" and "competent", but overall he's a tough opponent to face. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Kojuro Kudo defeats Moe Muschin by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 44 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Kojuro Kudo defeats Maarten De Vries by TKO (Strikes) in 1:08 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 88 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Carlos da Guia at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Kyuwa Itou defeats Kojuro Kudo by TKO (Strikes) in 0:33 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Asanovic (May 2001) #20. Artak Gevor (11-2-1) Artak Gevor is a solid wrestler, who has the ability to control opponents and punish them whether clinched or down on the mat, and also has the advantage of having a pretty powerful punch. CTC Record: 3-0-1 CTC Results: 1. Artak Gevor defeats Richard Smith by TKO (Strikes) in 3:51 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (March 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Artak Gevor drew with Hans-Peter Schneider by Split Draw in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 3. Artak Gevor defeated Hans-Peter Schneider by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 49 (September 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 4. Artak Gevor defeats Tora Mizwar by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:16 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 90 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Haranobu Oshiro at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Artak Gevor defeats Casim Yenkini by TKO (Strikes) in 1:06 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Crumb (January 2001) 2. Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats Artak Gevor by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Basora (July 2001) #19. Ramon da Silva Ramos (10-0) Ramon da Silva Ramos is one of the hottest prospects in Brazilian MMA. An outstanding kick boxer with a lethal head kick in his arsenal, he is also tough to take down and even tougher to submit. His one and only apparent weakness is that his grappling is mediocre at best, leaving him open to being shut down by top wrestlers. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats Budiman Lie by TKO (Strikes) in 1:55 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 17 (March 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats Rhys Buck by TKO (Strikes) in 2:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 44 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 3. Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats Fjodor Kanchelskis by TKO (Strikes) 1:21 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 88 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Bill Brown at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats Ademir Coelho by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) FLB: Aldez vs. Villar III (March 2001) 2. Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats Isaiah Monroe by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) GAMMA 45: John vs. Watson (July 2001) #18. Dwayne "The Pain" Alleyne (12-0) Dwayne Alleyne is a Greco-Roman wrestler, who loves to grab hold of his opponent, press them up against the cage, then wear them down with his nasty dirty boxing. With his seemingly endless cardio, he can inflict damage on his opponent all night long if needed. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Dwayne Alleyne defeats Gavin Marshall by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Dwayne Alleyne defeats Dexter Darling by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:58 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 89 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Joaquim Fontes at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Dwayne Alleyne defeats Alex Cole by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 44: Thomas vs. De Vries (June 2001) 2. Dwayne Alleyne defeats Thomas Smith by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #17. Tora "Bull" Mizwar (25-8) Tora Mizwar is one of Indonesia's most successful and popular fighters, who comes from a wrestling background and is known for his brute strength approach to MMA. He has heavy hands, and is especially deadly if he can get on top and rain down blows on a grounded opponent. CTC Record: 1-1 CTC Results: 1. Tora Mizwar defeats Suezo Takasugi by TKO (Strikes) in 1:25 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Artak Gevor defeats Tora Mizwar by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:16 of Round 5 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 90 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Thais Antonio Taffarel at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Tora Mizwar defeats Woody Fierstein by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 30: Regueiro vs. Blood (May 1999) 2. Adam White defeats Tora Mizwar by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 36: Foster vs. Lopes (June 2000) 3. Tora Mizwar defeats Dexter Darling by TKO (Strikes) in 1:23 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 39: Dean vs. Ripley (December 2000) 4. Tora Mizwar defeats Petey Mack by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA Battle Lines 5: Rushton vs. Pickering (April 2001) 5. Tora Mizwar defeats JJ Reid by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 46: Sugar vs. Keane (August 2001) #16. Leonardo da Costa (18-7) Leonardo da Costa is a black belt and respected teacher in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whose ground game makes him a very dangerous Middleweight as he can slap on a submission hold at a moment's notice. Unfortunately for his career, he has consistently shown a ridiculous inability to stick to a gameplan, often getting sucked into wild brawls that play directly to his weaknesses rather than his strengths. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Leonardo da Costa defeats Glenn Pimm by Submission (Leglock) in 4:20 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 43 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Leonardo da Costa defeats Kadonomaro Deguchi by Submission (Armbar) in 2:51 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 87 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Matthew Dean at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Leonardo da Costa defeats Gilberto Sabbatini by Submission (Kneebar) in 4:21 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) FLB: Satinho vs. do Vale (January 2001) 2. Dexter Darling defeats Leonardo da Costa by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA Clash of the Titans Season 2 Finals (October 2001) #15. "Brickhouse" Thorbjorn Rekdal (13-2) Thorbjorn Rekdal is an elite-level kick boxer, and ultra-dangerous striker who has the power, technique, and speed to knock out just about anybody with his punches and kicks. His unassuming personality, European location, and amount of time he takes between fights have limited the impact he's had on MMA though, which is why he isn't as famous or respected as he should be. CTC Record: 3-0 CTC Results: 1. Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats Matsuta Satou by TKO (Strikes) in 1:13 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (March 2002) This was a First Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats Derren Barton by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:24 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 3. Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats Ali Pyke by TKO (Strikes) in 3:33 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 89 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Petey Mack at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats Spiridon Damazos by Knock Out (Kick) in 0:51 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) SIGMA: Medtner vs. Basora (February 1998) 2. Fjodor Kanchelskis defeats Thorbjorn Rekdal by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Kanchelskis vs. Rekdal (December 1998) Fjodor Kanchelskis Retains The SIGMA Middleweight Title 3. Jaromir Grygera defeats Thorbjorn Rekdal by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) SIGMA: Gunnarsson vs. Bohlin II (April 2001) Jaromir Grygera Won The SIGMA Middleweight Title 4. Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats Artak Gevor by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) SIGMA: Toadspew vs. Basora (July 2001) #14. "The Amazing" JJ Reid (28-7-1) JJ Reid is a veteran French Canadian fighter, who is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is widely regarded to be one of the most dangerous submission artists at 185 lbs. His striking game is effective rather than dangerous, quick and elusive, he tends to rack up points with his darting hit and run tactics while not taking much damage himself. In recent years he has lost more frequently and it appears that his skills might be on the wane. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. JJ Reid defeats Nate Dawes by Submission (Armbar) in 4:32 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 43 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. JJ Reid defeats Marinho Gomes by Submission (Kimura) in 4:45 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 87 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Heiji Endo at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. JJ Reid defeats Patrick Thomas by Submission (Armbar) in 3:39 of Round 3 (Rated: Excellent) GAMMA 10: Reid vs. Thomas (June 1996) 2. Matthew Dean defeats JJ Reid by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 15: Morrison vs. Menzel (February 1997) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 3. Osmosis Benn defeats JJ Reid by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA Clash of the Titans Finals (October 1999) 4. JJ Reid drew with Sutton Ripley by Unanimous Draw in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 40: Herringbone vs. John (February 2001) 5. Tora Mizwar defeats JJ Reid by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 46: Sugar vs. Keane (August 2001) #13. Zaco (49-15) Zaco is a true MMA veteran, a dreadlocked warrior who is a familiar face to all fans of the sport. A rugged wrestler, his stock in trade is to get in close and wear down his opponents with grappling and dirty boxing. A good Middleweight, his career has been defined by the fact that he almost always wins against everyone other than the elite, but never seems to be able to get that elusive big win. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Zaco defeats Wesley Sneep by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 43 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Zace defeats Heath Kaladaris by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 87 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Atsutane Akera at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Braulio Moura defeats Zaco by Knock Out (Knee) in 4:53 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Moura vs. Zaco (June 1996) Braulio Moura Won The FLB Middleweight Title 2. Joaquim Fontes defeats Zaco by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:57 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Silva vs. Fernandez (March 1998) 3. Zaco defeats Mario de Souza by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) FLB: Aldez vs. Villar III (March 2001) 4. Zaco defeats Tadao Miyazaki by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Katou vs. Kitabatake (November 2001) #12. Patrick "The Titan" Thomas (21-5) Patrick Thomas is one of MMA's hardest hitters, a very good southpaw boxer who seemingly packs dynamite in his fists if the amount of fighters he has knocked out cold is anything to go by. A good wrestler too, he was one of the first to perfect the art of using a good sprawl and competent grappling to keep a fight upright and away from his biggest weakness, the ground game. Many feel that if it wasn't for the amount of injuries he's had, he would have been a world champion by now. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Patrick Thomas defeats Yukichi Sato by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:25 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Patrick Thomas defeats Jakuchu Abe by TKO (Strikes) in 0:44 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 90 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: On Hiatus Other Results: 1. JJ Reid defeats Patrick Thomas by Submission (Armbar) in 3:39 of Round 3 (Rated: Excellent) GAMMA 10: Reid vs. Thomas (June 1996) 2. Patrick Thomas defeats Mac Fuller by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:45 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 23: Foster vs. Aiona (March 1998) 3. Patrick Thomas defeats Maarten De Vries by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:57 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 44: Thomas vs. De Vries (June 2001) 4. Buddy Garner defeats Patrick Thomas by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #11. "The Talented" Sutton Ripley (19-4-1) Sutton Ripley is an enigma, and one of the most underated fighters in MMA due to his highly unique fighting style. He has developed his tactics around his two biggest assets, his ferocious right hand and his uncanny balance which makes him incredibly hard to take down. He generally lures his opponents in before swinging to win. It has proved to be highly effective over the years. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Sutton Ripley defeats Chaim Alexievich by TKO (Strikes) in 2:47 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 44 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Sutton Ripley defeats Vivinho by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:52 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 88 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Yaichiro Takahama at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Sutton Ripley defeats Dexter Darling by TKO in 4:36 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 34: Rubenstein vs. Herringbone (March 2000) 2. Matthew Dean defeats Sutton Ripley by Submission (Kimura) in 2:12 of Round 5 (Rated: Excellent) GAMMA 39: Dean vs. Ripley (December 2000) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 3. Sutton Ripley drew with JJ Reid by Unanimous Draw in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 40: Herringbone vs. John (February 2001) 4. Braulio Moura defeats Sutton Ripley by Knock Out (Elbow) in 2:47 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 48: Foster vs. Hughes (November 2001) #10. Thais Antonio Taffarel (22-4) Thais Antonio Taffarel is one of Brazil's best Middleweights, and comes from a Muay Thai background but has developed excellent versatility over time. A very dangerous striker, he can also grapple with the best, and while his own submission skills are limited, he has learned how to defend himself well even against high-level Jiu Jitsu fighters. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Thais Antonio Taffarel defeats Sojuro Iriye by Knock Out (Knee) in 2:40 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Thais Antonio Taffarel defeats Joey Valdez by Knock Out (Elbow) in 2:41 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 90 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Tora Mizwar at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Braulio Moura defeats Thais Antonio Taffarel by TKO (Strikes) in 1:40 of Round 2 (Rated: Excellent) FLB: Villar vs. Arruda (June 1998) Braulio Moura Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 2. Joaquim Fontes defeats Thais Antonio Taffarel by Submission (Kimura) in 2:39 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) FLB: Fontes vs. Taffarel (February 2001) Joaquim Fontes Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 3. Thais Antonio Taffarel defeats Bambang Sriyanto by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Abukara vs. Lette II (October 2001) #9. "The Islander" Neil Napier (20-2) Neil Napier is widely regarded as one of the most naturally talented fighters of his generation, and is also well known for being one of the first fighters to see the value in taking a cerebral approach to MMA, scouting opponents carefully and creating finely detailed gameplans for every fight. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Neil Napier defeats Barrett Fforde by TKO (Strikes) in 4:56 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Neil Napier defeats Pepe by Submission (Kimura) in 4:35 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 89 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ashley Ballard at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Matthew Dean defeats Neil Napier by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:52 of Round 4 (Rated: Excellent) GAMMA 24: Dean vs. Napier (May 1998) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 2. Neil Napier defeats Petey Mack by Submission (Arm Triangle) in 4:27 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 36: Foster vs. Lopes (June 2000) 3. Osmosis Benn defeats Neil Napier by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Very Poor) GAMMA 41: Foster vs. Boyer II (March 2001) #8. Ashley "The Tiger" Ballard (16-1) Ashley Ballard is a very good kick boxer who is enormously powerful thanks to his compact, muscular frame. A cardio machine, he rarely seems to tire. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Ashley Ballard defeats Tony Legg by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:30 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Ashley Ballard defeats Eriverton Laurentino by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:57 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 89 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Neil Napier at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Braulio Moura defeats Ashley Ballard by TKO in 4:36 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA Battle Lines 2: Morrison vs. Sugar II (January 2000) 2. Ashley Ballard defeats Thomas Smith by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 40: Herringbone vs. John (February 2001) #7. Carlos da Guia (21-1) Carlos da Guia is a Muay Thai expert, and one of MMA's most dynamic and exciting fighters to watch, as well as one of it's most successful. Making full use of his extraordinary flexibility and reach, he is known for his fluid, creative and plain devastating striking game. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Carlos da Guia defeats Billy Russell by TKO (Leg Kick) in 1:25 of Round 4 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 44 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Carlos da Guia defeats Ethan Sutton by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 88 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Kojuro Kudo at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Carlos da Guia defeat Ichisake Miyagi by Knock Out (Knee) in 1:20 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Yamada vs. Ina II (February 1997) Carlos da Guia Won The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 2. Carlos da Guia defeats Xie Ming by TKO (Strikes) in 1:36 of Round 4 (Rated: Fantastic) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Ming (December 1997) Carlos da Guia Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 3. Carlos da Guia defeats Fukusaburo Hirano by Knock Out (Kick) in 3:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Hirano (June 1998) Carlos da Guia Retains The ALPHA-1 Welterweight Title 4. Carlos da Guia defeats Heiji Endo by Submission (Armbar) in 6:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. da Guia (April 2000) Carlos da Guia Won The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 5. Carlos da Guia defeats Mal Phe Roby by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1's Warriors of the Ring 1 (January 2001) Carlos da Guia Retains The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 6. Joaquim Fontes defeats Carlos da Guia by TKO (Strikes) in 4:50 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) Joaquim Fontes Won The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title #6. Adam "Blitz" White (14-0) Adam White is a potential star in the making, who combines excellent freestyle wrestling with unorthodox striking to make him a very dangerous fighter who is difficult for opponents to figure out. His powerful double leg takedown and nasty ground and pound are a particularly potent finishing combination for him. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Adam White defeats Leandro Bastos by TKO (Strikes) in 0:37 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 43 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Adam White defeats Esteban Vega by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 87 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Wederson de Oliveira at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Adam White defeats Mac Fuller by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 29: Morrison vs. Gorshin II (March 1999) 2. Adam White defeats Tora Mizwar by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 36: Foster vs. Lopes (June 2000) 3. Adam White defeats Stuart Strange by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 32: Dean vs. Moura (May 2001) #5. Braulio "Louco" Moura (27-3-1NC) Braulio Moura is considered by many to be Brazil's top Middleweight, a Muay Thai striker who is known for his crisp technique and swarming style where he will try to overwhelm opponents with a constant barrage of blows. His excellent cardio helps him maintain his trademark high intensity even in later rounds when his opponents are flagging. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Braulio Moura defeats Frederico Vergara by Knock Out (Kick) in 4:36 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 44 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Braulio Moura defeats Wes Hersch by TKO (Strikes) in 1:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 88 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Ojay Houghley at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Braulio Moura defeats Zaco by Knock Out (Knee) in 4:53 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Moura vs. Zaco (June 1996) Braulio Moura Won The FLB Middleweight Title 2. Braulio Moura defeats Jerezo by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) FLB: Moura vs. Jerezo (January 1997) Braulio Moura Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 3. Braulio Moura defeats Joaquim Fontes by TKO (Strikes) in 4:11 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) FLB: Villar vs. Aldez (October 1997) Braulio Moura Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 4. Braulio Moura defeats Thais Antonio Taffarel by TKO (Strikes) in 1:40 of Round 2 (Rated: Excellent) FLB: Villar vs. Arruda (June 1998) Braulio Moura Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 5. Braulio Moura defeats Eriverton Laurentino by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) FLB: Moura vs. Laurentino (May 1999) Braulio Moura Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 6. Braulio Moura defeats Ashley Ballard by TKO in 4:36 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA Battle Lines 2: Morrison vs. Sugar II (January 2000) 7. Braulio Moura defeats Carl Ratcliffe by TKO (Strikes) in 0:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 38: Sugar vs. Hilton (November 2000) 8. Matthew Dean defeats Braulio Moura by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 43: Dean vs. Moura (May 2001) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 9. Braulio Moura defeats Sutton Ripley by Knock Out (Elbow) in 2:47 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 48: Foster vs. Hughes (November 2001) #4. Buddy Garner (18-2) Buddy Garner is considered one of the most dangerous BJJ black belts in all of Mixed Martial Arts, a notorious submission artist who can pull joint locks and chokes out of seemingly nowhere. An elite-level fighter, the only American in history to win a gold medal at the annual world jiu jitsu tournament, he doesn't compete often, but when he does it's always a treat for BJJ purists. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Buddy Garner defeats Santiago Rocha by Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 2:03 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Buddy Garner defeats Mogens Leerback by Submission (Kneebar) in 1:00 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 90 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Joey Valdez at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Buddy Garner defeats Petey Mack by Submission (Kneebar) in 4:33 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA 23: Foster vs. Aiona (March 1998) 2. Matthew Dean defeats Buddy Garner by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA 28: Dean vs. Garner (January 1999) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 3. Matthew Dean defeats Buddy Garner by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:03 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA 32: Dean vs. Garner II (September 1999) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 4. Buddy Garner defeats Dexter Darling by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 42: Morrison vs. Sugar III (April 2001) 5. Buddy Garner defeats Patrick Thomas by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) #3. Heiji "The Immortal" Endo (18-2) Heiji Endo has become a huge star in Japan because of his legendary warrior spirit and ability to withstand punishment, despite being involved in some brutal wars, most notably a brutal bout against Mal Phe Roby, and having been subjected to some savage assaults, it wasn't until he face the legendary Carlos da Guia in April 2000 that someone was able to stop him within the time limit. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Heiji Endo defeats Jackson Goode by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:09 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 43 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Heiji Endo defeats Ginger Beaumont by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:24 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 87 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. JJ Reid at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Mal Phe Roby defeats Heiji Endo by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Roby vs. Endo (April 1995) Mal Phe Roby Retains The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 2. Heiji Endo defeats Ieyoshi Yamashita by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:05 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Lette (November 1997) Heiji Endo Won The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 3. Heiji Endo defeats Tadao Miyazaki by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. Miyazaki (February 1999) Heiji Endo Retains The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 4. Heiji Endo defeats Genki Shinashi by Submission (Guillotine) in 3:20 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. Shinashi (August 1999) Heiji Endo Retains The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 5. Carlos da Guia defeats Heiji Endo by Submission (Armbar) in 6:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: Endo vs. da Guia (April 2000) Carlos da Guia Won The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title 6. Heiji Endo defeats Bambang Sriyanto by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) ALPHA-1: Cabal vs. Fezzik II (February 2001) 7. Heiji Endo defeats Fjodor Kanchelskis by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) ALPHA-1: Fezzik vs. Arai (July 2001) #2. Joaquim "Assassino Silencioso" Fontes (29-3) Joaquim Fontes is one of Brazil's top fighters, an elite-level BJJ black belt who has developed a competent stand-up game to make him an all around threat. Always ultra-dangerous on the ground, he is well known for having one of the most active guards in MMA and for being a master of locking up triangles and armbars from his back. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Joaquim Fontes defeats Gordy Gallant by Submission (Armbar) in 1:50 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (August 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Joaquim Fontes defeats Ivor Orr by TKO (Strikes) in 4:12 of Round 5 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 89 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Dwayne Alleyne at Canadian Tournament Combat 114 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Braulio Moura defeats Joaquim Fontes by TKO (Strikes) in 4:11 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) FLB: Villar vs. Aldez (October 1997) Braulio Moura Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 2. Joaquim Fontes defeats Zaco by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:57 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) FLB: Silva vs. Fernandes (March 1998) 3. Joaquim Fontes defeats Vivinho by Submission (Armbar) in 2:49 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) FLB: Silva vs. da Rocha (December 1998) 4. Joaquim Fontes defeat Marinho Gomes by Submission (Triangle) in 1:07 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) FLB: Fontes vs. Gomes (October 1999) Joaquim Fontes Won The FLB Middleweight Title 5. Joaquim Fontes defeats Ademir Coelho by Submission (Kimura) in 3:00 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) FLB: Villar vs. Aldez II (July 2000) Joaquim Fontes Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 6. Joaquim Fontes defeats Thais Antonio Taffarel by Submission (Kimura) in 2:39 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) FLB: Fontes vs. Taffarel (February 2001) Joaquim Fontes Retains The FLB Middleweight Title 7. Joaquim Fontes defeats Carlos da Guia by TKO (Strikes) in 4:50 of Round 4 (Rated: Great) ALPHA-1: da Guia vs. Fontes (August 2001) Joaquim Fontes Won The ALPHA-1 Middleweight Title #1. "The Anarchist" Matthew Dean (40-5) Matthew Dean is one of the most successful MMA fighters of all time, and has dominated the ultra-competitive GAMMA Middleweight division for many years as champion, turning aside great challengers like Neil Napier and Buddy Garner along the way. His success has always been built around his brilliant wrestling and suffocating top control, but over the years he has added some crisp boxing and underrated BJJ into the mix too. Undefeated since GAMMA 1 in 1994, he looks unstoppable at times. CTC Record: 2-0 CTC Results: 1. Matthew Dean defeats Chesney Brightman by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:56 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 43 (July 2002) This was a Second Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament 2. Matthew Dean defeats Ollie Castle by Submission (Armbar) in 2:16 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 87 (February 2003) This was a Third Round fight in the CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Scheduled Fight: vs. Leonardo da Costa at Canadian Tournament Combat 113 (May 2003) Other Results: 1. Maarten De Vries defeats Matthew Dean by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:37 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 1: De Vries vs. Dean (June 1994) 2. Matthew Dean defeats Maarten De Vries by Submission (Arm Triangle) in 1:00 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 11: De Vries vs. Dean II (August 1996) Matthew Dean Won The GAMMA Middleweight Title 3. Matthew Dean defeats JJ Reid by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) GAMMA 15: Morrison vs. Menzel (February 1997) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 4. Matthew Dean defeats Thomas Smith by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:03 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) GAMMA 19: Dean vs. Smith (August 1997) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 5. Matthew Dean defeats Neil Napier by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:52 of Round 4 (Rated: Excellent) GAMMA 24: Dean vs. Napier (May 1998) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 6. Matthew Dean defeats Buddy Garner by Split Decision in 5:00 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA 28: Dean vs. Garner (January 1999) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 7. Matthew Dean defeats Buddy Garner by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:03 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) GAMMA 32: Dean vs. Garner II (September 1999) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 8. Matthew Dean defeats Osmosis Benn by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:50 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 35: Dean vs. Benn (April 2000) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 9. Matthew Dean defeats Sutton Ripley by Submission (Kimura) in 2:12 of Round 5 (Rated: Excellent) GAMMA 39: Dean vs. Ripley (December 2000) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 10. Matthew Dean defeats Braulio Moura by Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of Round 6 (Rated: Average) GAMMA 43: Dean vs. Moura (May 2001) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title 11. Matthew Dean defeats Osmosis Benn by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:42 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) GAMMA 49: Dean vs. Benn II (December 2001) Matthew Dean Retains The GAMMA Middleweight Title Unranked Fighters Atsutane Akera (9-1, 2-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Zaco at Canadian Tournament Combat 113) Ethan Sutton (10-3, 1-2 CTC) French Dancer (7-5, 0-1 CTC) Jason Pilgrim (3-1, 1-1 CTC) Joey Valdez (12-1, 2-1 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Buddy Garner at Canadian Tournament Combat 114) Kei Sakakibara (5-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Reggie Barbera at Canadian Tournament Combat 114) Moe Muschin (7-2, 1-1 CTC) Ojay Houghley (5-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Braulio Moura at Canadian Tournament Combat 113) Owen Hyde (8-1, 0-1 CTC) Reed Howlett (7-1, 0-1 CTC) Reggie Barbera (4-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Kei Sakakibara at Canadian Tournament Combat 114) Shaun Dico (10-0, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Snuffy Fontana at Canadian Tourament Combat 114) Todd D'Abruzzo (9-5, 0-1 CTC) Tuck Durdell (7-1, 0-1 CTC) Wederson de Oliveira (9-1-1NC, 2-0-1NC CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Adam White at Canadian Tournament Combat 113) Yaichiro Takahama (10-2, 3-0 CTC, Scheduled Fight: vs. Sutton Ripley at Canadian Tournament Combat 113) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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