WALTER PYRAMID
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
APRIL 27, 2019
PRE-SHOW
TENSLEY TAYLOR SINGS
THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
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REFEREE: Dusty Whittaker
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ROUND ONE
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[Roisin O'Connell and August Pope move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight! Pope tries a middle kick but O'Connell blocks the shot with her arm. Pope follows up and goes with a looping right hand while O'Connell jumps back and jabs. The strike hits but O'Connell seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of her own. Great exchange here! Pope goes with another looping right hand while O'Connell jumps back and jabs. Pope only hits air and then backpedals to regroup.]
[O'Connell follows Pope and the two step in and engage in a wild exchange of punches! Pope is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows. Pope attempts a takedown but stops to avoid running into O'Connell's kick. O'Connell misses a step and Pope sees an opportunity to counter! Pope fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! O'Connell didn't see it coming and gets taken to the ground!]
[Pope is in open guard over O'Connell. O'Connell winds back and unloads on Pope's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Pope blocks the hits as he works on the ground. Pope tries to improve position and frees a leg. O'Connell works close and eventually puts Pope in closed guard. Pope is looking to pass O'Connell's guard and after a brief struggle, he gets his hips free and moves to half guard. Pope pushes O'Connell's leg and moves to full mount. O'Connell is in trouble now!]
[August Pope storms over O'Connell with punishing elbows! Pope doesn't stop and viciously tags her again and again! O'Connell's left eye is beginning to swell. The punishment by August Pope has left O'Connell staggered! Pope should try push forward now and finish this! O’Connell tried to escape from the bottom but Pope follows her movement and keeps her down. Pope is able to pin down O’Connell and fire off another series of brutal elbows! Roisin’s nose is beginning to swell now. She seems a bit groggy, her movements are not very coordinated now. Pope continues to work on the ground with his fingers over O'Connell's face, he seems to have encountered the eye! Dusty Whittaker saw it! Dusty Whittaker allows O'Connell time to recover. After a brief timeout, the fight resumes with both fighters standing.]
[Back in on the action, Pope looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Roisin O'Connell's punches. She’s on the receiving end of a great combo by Pope. O'Connell's left eye is bruised and cut after the punishment she received! Pope tries some clinching in order to control the fight. Well done. Pope is clinching with O'Connell. Roisin O'Connell tries to shrug her way out of the clinch, but Pope is determined. He pummels through and manages to retain his position. Pope pushes O'Connell against the fence and begins a relentless combination of punches. The crowd is on their feet! O'Connell cannot escape August Pope's clinch! Pope is just brutalizing O'Connell with punches time and time again! O'Connell hits the ground hard! That crushing blow from August Pope has left O'Connell unconscious! What a finish by August Pope!]
Winner: August Pope by KO (Punches) at 3:18 Round 1
Statistics: Roisin O'Connell
Punches 5/10 (50%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/2 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 102 s
Statistics: August Pope
Punches 8/14 (57%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 5/5 (100%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 8/12 (67%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 102 s
CAGESIDE
WITH DYLAN CARTER
[The cameras cut to cageside, where Dylan Carter can be seen with a microphone in her hand. As if on cue, she raises it to her lips and looks into the camera with a bright smile.]
DYLAN CARTER
What a great night of fights so far, and what a great year it has been for Union GP as a whole. We continue to see this roster grow in size, filling to the brim with some of the best and brightest talent in the world. Chairman Dante Reed is always on the lookout for up and coming prospects, and it seems like he's possibly found one in brand new signee, Zion Momo'a.
[The camera pans out a bit to show the Middleweight kickboxing stand out with his own mic, a huge smile plastered on his face as he listens to the female speak intently.]
DYLAN CARTER
Zion, the MMA world was in a frenzy last weekend when you finished top ten fighter Jeremiah Ford in under 30 seconds with the headkick heard around the world. The video went viral, and it wasn't long before the boss was on your doorstep, ready to offer you a deal. How does this all feel right now?
[Zion gives a simple shrug and turns on the charm as he looks into the camera lens to answer the question]
ZION MOMO'A
It feels incredible. I was cageside for both of my sister's fights here in Union. I saw how well the fighters are treated here and I saw how great the Matchmakers and staff are as well. I had no doubt that I wanted to be here, in this company. I just had to find the road to do that. Ford served as that road.
DYLAN CARTER
Without a doubt. It would've been easy to use your sister to get a foot in the door, but instead you were determined to have your own way. I think the MMA world can really respect that and rally behind a fighter who has such a respect for this business.
[Zion nods at the reporter and gives her a playful wink. ]
ZION MOMO'A
I love this sport Dylan. It's the hardest sport in the world, and to me… that's not debatable. You play football, you play hockey… you don't PLAY fighting. I didn't want to get here on anyone's back but my own, because I respect the sacrifices that the men and women of this sport have made to be here as well. I like to earn everything I've received in life. I don't want any handouts.
[Dylan smiles and pats the Middleweight on his back gently.]
DYLAN CARTER
Believe me, after your last fight the WORLD feels like you've earned this contract. You and Tatum are still free agents when it comes to calling a gym home. Is that likely to change soon?
ZION MOMO'A
Oh, yeah. For sure. We've visited a lot of camps and I've made a lot of friends in the sport. I'm not sure where we'll land right now, but the options are being weighed heavily and as soon as we decide… you'll be one of the first to know.
DYLAN CARTER
Awesome! Now, I think one of the questions on everyone's mind is how this situation with Rob Jones plays out now that you're in Union. Is there a catch-weight bout on the horizon?
[Zion's smile disappears at the mention of the name, and a scowl appears in it's place. ]
ZION MOMO'A
Fuck that guy. I'll fight him tonight. There won't be a fight because he keeps ducking me. I don't even want to talk about it. We done here?
[Dylan looks surprised by the sudden shift in the man's demeanor, and she takes a small step back.]
DYLAN CARTER
I'm sorry. You're right, this night is about you and that was out of line. I think I speak for everyone when I say that it will be exciting to see you here under the union banner and I wish you the best of luck!
[The smile returns to his face once more, but it's fake and manufactured for the camera. There's a fire in his eyes as he stares into the lens intently. ]
ZION MOMO'A
Thanks. I'm looking forward to getting to work.
REFEREE: Roy Rivers
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ROUND ONE
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[Webb and Only move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight! Calvin Webb comes in with a bone shattering straight left hand but Lester Only ducks under. Only fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Webb didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground! Hard blow to Webb's mid-section, he seems hurt! Only lands in open guard over Webb. Deep breaths from Webb who tries a hammer punch to Only's ribs but Only blocks those punches.]
[Lester Only tries to pass to half guard. Webb can't prevent his opponent from passing and Only is now working from half guard. Webb tries to hook a triangle attempt but Only postures up and breaks the triangle. Webb gets sloppy and Lester Only tries to take advantage. Only tries to free his leg by using some of his ground skills and jumps out of Webb's guard and gets to side mount! Webb’s cornermen are yelling at him to escape from the ground as Only can finish a fight on the ground with some good ground and pound if you give him the chance. Only storms over Webb with some punishing elbows! Webb attempts to trap Only in his guard but Only moves shocks and gets to full mount!]
[Webb tries to roll to his side and trap Only in his guard, but Only keeps good control and remains in full mount. Webb tries to stand up but Only him back down to the mat. Only launches a barrage of elbows over Webb's face! Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Webb doesn't fight back! The brutal impact has left Webb laid out on the mat! The ref waves off the fight and Lester Only's corner come in to congratulate him!]
Winner: Lester Only by KO (Elbows) at 1:56 Round 1
Statistics: Calvin Webb
Punches 0/1 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 100 s
Statistics: Lester Only
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 7/11 (64%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 100 s
REFEREE: Herschel Warden
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ROUND ONE
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[The bell announces the first round! Brilliant combination from Sam Walker but Fabio Pacitti is showing some dodging skills avoiding the hits. Walker just won't stop and continues to rain punches which are now connecting, Pacitti may be in trouble! Walker locks Pacitti's left arm in a kimura. He rolls through bringing Fabio Pacitti to the mat! He can't keep control over Pacitti's body and Pacitti scrambles back to his feet.]
[Tremendous strikes from Walker! Some big punches are landing! Good leg kicks from Sam Walker but Fabio Pacitti defends with ease. Walker tries a hook to the body but Pacitti manages to dodge it. Walker attempts a sweep single. Pacitti was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt. Pacitti tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move. Pacitti fakes a punch and launches himself over Sam Walker. Great move by Pacitti who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch.]
[The fighters are clinching. Walker takes a break to breathe while holding Fabio Pacitti. Herschel Warden sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters. Walker jabs at Pacitti to no visible effect. Walker closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action. Walker looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fabio Pacitti's punches. Both fighters are wildly hitting the air! Pacitti studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense. Walker has a high cardio that helps him make great performances. Walker is holding Pacitti's right leg... He's trying to take him down. Fabio Pacitti shows great balance while pushing Sam Walker. Sam Walker gets sloppy and Fabio Pacitti tries to take advantage.]
[Fabio Pacitti tries to take the action to his favorite field as he tries to grapple. Great move by Pacitti who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks. Sam Walker is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown but Pacitti doesn't let Walker get in on his legs. Walker is launching some bone breaking punches to Pacitti's ribs while in the clinch. Walker takes a break to breathe while holding Fabio Pacitti. Hershel Warden separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.]
[Walker and Pacitti circle around the center of the cage. Walker moves forward looking for some action but Pacitti doesn't want to engage and backpedals. Walker locks Pacitti's left arm in a kimura. He rolls through bringing Fabio Pacitti to the mat. He can't keep control over Fabio Pacitti's body. Fabio Pacitti scrambles back to his feet. Sam Walker gets sloppy and Fabio Pacitti tries to take advantage. Pacitti fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Walker sprawls and remains on his feet. Sam Walker takes a few seconds to recover his breath. Walker attempts a sweep single but Pacitti was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt. Pacitti tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move. Pacitti fakes a punch and launches himself over Walker! Nice move by Pacitti who clinches and pushes Walker against the cage.]
[Sam Walker tries for a takedown but can't get it. He decides to pull guard instead. Pacitti is a brick wall. He doesn't allow himself to be brought to the ground. Sam Walker abandons the guard pull attempt. Pacitti doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Sam Walker and tries to move away. Walker pushes Pacitti forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch. Pacitti is working in the clinch and suddenly tries to pull guard! Pacitti brings Sam Walker to the ground and quickly closes guard. Walker tries to pass Pacitti's guard. Sam Walker passes momentarily but Fabio Pacitti regains full guard. Walker tries to pass Pacitti's guard. Walker manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.]
[Sam Walker pushes Pacitti's leg and tries to move to full mount. Pacitti wraps his legs while he holds Sam Walker's head... Tight guard! Sam Walker goes for an americana but Pacitti breaks free. Walker launches a few fake punches and tries to escape! Fabio Pacitti rolls over himself and stands up while Sam Walker rolls on his back. Fabio Pacitti is on his feet again. The buzzer sounds and the ref stops the action. This round is over.]
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ROUND TWO
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[Walker grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground. Great takedown! Walker lands in open guard over Pacitti. Walker is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Pacitti's ribs. Pacitti blocks Sam Walker's moves and tries to reverse the situation. Walker tries to open up Pacitti with a few strikes with his right elbow. Some nice shots are landing and Pacitti is trying to block them with his hands. You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Sam Walker can end the fight with his ground and pound. Walker tries to move to full mount but his ground game is not enough to give him any advantage.]
[Walker is in open guard over Pacitti... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar! Pacitti rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes. Herschel Warden halts the fight to stand up Walker. The fight resumes with both fighters standing. You can hear how the people agree with that decision. A bunch of leg kicks from Sam Walker are blocked by Pacitti. Walker moves forward and launches a low kick. Pacitti blocks that. Walker gets sloppy and Pacitti tries to take advantage. Pacitti tries some clinching in order to control the fight. Well done. Pacitti is clinching with Walker.]
[Sam Walker launches a few punches towards Pacitti's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks! Pacitti seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power! Walker is holding Pacitti against the fence with his fingers all over his face. Pacitti looks discomforted and tries to wiggle free. He slides under Walker’s arm and moves away from danger. Walker locks Fabio Pacitti's left arm in a kimura. He rolls through bringing Fabio Pacitti to the mat. He can't keep control over Fabio Pacitti's body. Fabio Pacitti scrambles back to his feet.]
[Pacitti is trying to counter now! Pacitti grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground, great takedown by Fabio Pacitti. Pacitti lands in open guard over Walker. Not a desirable position for Pacitti now. Walker is known for his strong and relentless GnP. Walker launches a few weak punches, but Pacitti blocks them effectively. Walker throws his legs up in a triangle attempt! Fabio Pacitti realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack. Pacitti climbs to his feet and is standing now. Walker quickly follows suit and both are back on their feet!]
[Tremendous strikes from Walker, some big punches are landing! Walker pushes Pacitti and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath. Both fighters circle around the center of the cage. Walker fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Pacitti sprawls and remains on his feet. Sam Walker gets sloppy and Fabio Pacitti tries to take advantage. Pacitti jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple. Fabio pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position and both fighters are tied in a clinch now. Walker goes for a scissor takedown. Sam Walker misses and is on his back after that attempt. Pacitti is standing while Walker is on the ground on his back. Walker tries to hit Pacitti with a kick to his knee from the ground. Pacitti dodges it. Walker doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet, he moves fast and now he is standing.]
[Sam Walker tries to take the fight to the ground with a single leg takedown. Pacitti is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground. Sam Walker is in open guard over Pacitti. Walker tries to open up Pacitti with a few strikes with his right elbow. Pacitti blocks a few elbows and now Sam Walker will have to look for another option here. Walker is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Pacitti's ribs. Pacitti blocks Sam Walker's moves and tries to reverse the situation. Walker tries to move to full mount but his ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage.]
[Sam Walker tries to finish with a leg lock but Pacitti is able to break the lock. Walker tries to pass to half guard but Pacitti's guard is too good and he fails to pass. Walker tries to finish with another leg lock but Pacitti is able to breaks out. Pacitti is trying to counter now! Pacitti tries to close his guard around Walker but he is not able to do it. Herschel Warden stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.]
[Sam Walker tries to take the action to his favorite field as he tries to grapple. Fabio Pacitti swings and Walker has to retreat. Walker is holding Pacitti's left leg, he's trying to take him down. Pacitti shows great balance while pushing away Walker. Walker fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut and it lands on Pacitti's chin! Herschel Warden separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.]
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ROUND THREE
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[Sam Walker fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut. Pacitti blocks it and made it look easy! Walker throws a hook to the body and hits Pacitti's ribs hard. Walker closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action. Low kick by Sam Walker to maintain his distance. Sam Walker is measuring Pacitti with his jab but Pacitti isn't fazed. Walker shoots a single leg but Fabio is able to fight him off. The two step in and exchange wildly and Pacitti is connecting with a few punches. A punch from Sam Walker whizzes past Pacitti. Walker tries another single leg, but Pacitti stuffs it. Walker launches a flurry of punches but Pacitti slips out of danger. Sam Walker gets sloppy and Fabio Pacitti tries to take advantage. Pacitti fakes a punch and launches himself over Sam Walker. Great move by Pacitti who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch.]
[Both fighters are tied in a clinch now. Sam Walker tries to hold Pacitti in a clinch against the fence. Pacitti escapes from the clinch before Walker could keep him in place. Walker steps backwards away from Pacitti. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit. Walker jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple. Pacitti sees what was coming and ducks under his opponent and moves aside. Sam Walker moves forward and launches a low kick and Pacitti blocks it. Pacitti tries to get some advantage now. He fakes a punch and launches himself over Sam Walker. Great move by Pacitti who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch.]
[Sam Walker fakes a few punches and advance towards Pacitti trying to take him down with a leg sweep. Pacitti pushes Walker and circles away keeping himself within striking range. Solid jabs from Sam Walker but Pacitti defends. Walker pushes Pacitti and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath. Pacitti moves backwards and Sam Walker is asking him if he came today for fighting or running. Walker tries to take the fight to the ground with a single leg takedown. Fabio Pacitti jumps backwards and frees his leg.]
[The two step in and exchange wildly and Pacitti is connecting with a few punches. Walker is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight. Walker tries to take the fight to the ground with a single leg takedown. Pacitti jumps backwards and frees his leg. Every time Fabio Pacitti attempts to get inside Walker misses with a low kick. Walker fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Pacitti sprawls and remains on his feet. Walker fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut and Pacitti blocks it and made it look easy! Sam Walker goes with a looping right hand while Fabio Pacitti jumps back and jabs. Walker seems staggered and Fabio Pacitti runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.]
[Sam Walker leans forwards and tries to grapple with Pacitti. Pacitti wants to maintain the distance and ducks under. Walker gets sloppy and Pacitti tries to take advantage. Bone shattering straight left hand from Fabio Pacitti! Walker is going to have a big headache after that blow! Sam Walker suddenly spins around with a back fist and Fabio Pacitti was aware of that move and blocks it with confidence. Sam Walker shoots for a double leg takedown! Fabio Pacitti sprawls and manages to stay on his feet. Pacitti wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch. Both fighters are tied in a clinch. Walker tries to dirty boxing while holds Pacitti against cage. Pacitti is aware of his surroundings and escapes from the clinch. Herschel Warden separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.]
JUDGE MAURO NICHOLS
Sam Walker 10 10 10: 30
Fabio Pacitti 9 9 9: 27
JUDGE KATHIE GREGG
Sam Walker 10 10 10: 30
Fabio Pacitti 9 9 9: 27
JUDGE VERN CARSON
Sam Walker 10 10 9: 29
Fabio Pacitti 9 9 10: 28
Winner: Sam Walker by Unanimous Decision
Statistics: Sam Walker
Punches 11/38 (29%)
Kicks 0/12 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/16 (0%)
Takedowns 2/13 (15%)
GnP strikes 4/19 (21%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 209 s
Statistics: Fabio Pacitti
Punches 15/20 (75%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Time on the ground 178 s
REFEREE: Jordan Ripley
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ROUND ONE
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[Scotty Gordy and Maxine touch gloves in the center to get this fight started! Maxine looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Scotty Gordy's punches. Maxine is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gordy. Low kick thrown by Maxine to maintain her distance. A wicked counter punch by Scotty Gordy rocks Maxine! Maxine's left cheek is bruised and cut after the punishment she received!]
[Gordy fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside. Gordy has found an opening in the defense of Maxine, launching a big uppercut and Maxine is wobbling! Maxine has a small cut on her chine now. Gordy feints and moves forward to land a hook, what a crushing shot! Gordy follows up with an uppercut and Maxine’s legs turn to jello on that shot! Jordan Ripley has seen enough! The fight is over! Maxine was not intelligently defending herself!]
Winner: Scotty Gordy by TKO (Uppercut) at 1:01 Round 1
Statistics: Scotty Gordy
Punches 6/7 (86%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Maxine
Punches 0/1 (0%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
REFEREE: Dusty Whittaker
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ROUND ONE
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[Clive Hicks and Reggie Martin touch gloves in the center to get this fight started! Martin goes with a looping right hand while Hicks jumps back and jabs. That one hits but Hicks seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here! Martin put some serious power behind a superman punch! That punch barely misses as Clive Hicks steps backwards! Martin is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent. Martin fakes a punch and launches himself over Clive Hicks. Great move by Martin who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch.]
[Both fighters are tied in a clinch. Reggie Martin is absolutely terrifying with his power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Hicks with uppercuts! Hicks is taking more than he can endure. This could end soon if Hicks is unable to escape! Sick uppercut from the clinch by Reggie Martin! That one almost breaks Hicks's jaw! He is knocked down! Hicks' chin is cut and is beginning to swell! Martin is standing while Hicks is on the ground on his back. Martin launches a kick to Hicks's thigh and connects with a loud pop! Martin raises his leg and stomps on Hicks' face! Martin raises his leg again but Hicks covers himself and blocks the stomp. Martin launches a kick to Hicks's thigh but Hicks checks the kick! Poorly executed technique. Clive Hicks looks to counter! Clive Hicks launches an up-kick intended for Reggie Martin's head but Martin narrowly leans out of the way.]
[Martin launches a kick to Hicks's thigh and Hicks checks the kick! Martin launches a kick to Hicks's thigh and Hicks checks the kick again! Martin misses a step and Hicks sees an opportunity to counter him! Clive kicks his legs trying to keep Reggie away. No damage done by those kicks. Martin raises his leg and Hicks covers himself and blocks the stomp. Martin tries a soccer kick to Clive Hicks's head. Clive rolls on the ground and escapes. Poorly executed technique. Clive Hicks looks to counter! Clive Hicks launches an up-kick intended for Reggie Martin's head but Martin leans out of the way. Martin launches a kick to Hicks's thigh and Hicks checks that kick!]
[Martin is standing while Hicks is still on the ground on his back. Martin raises his leg and Hicks covers himself and blocks the stomp. Martin launches a kick to Hicks's thigh and Hicks checks the kick! Reggie Martin holds Hicks' head on the ground and prepares a soccer kick. Hicks blocks the kick but he has to do something soon or he will be screwed! Martin launches a kick to Hicks' thigh and Hicks checks the kick. Reggie Martin and Clive Hicks trade kicks back and forth for the remainder of the round until the buzzer sounds and Dusty Whittaker tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.]
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ROUND TWO
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[Reggie Martin suddenly spins around and he connects with a spinning back fist on Hicks' chin! Martin begins to launch a barrage of punches over Hicks, this is getting worse and worse for Hicks! There is a small laceration on Clive Hicks' mouth. Hicks launches a kick but Reggie Martin avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook! A furious flurry of punches from Reggie Martin puts Hicks in a world of hurt! Hicks doesn't stop bleeding from his lip. Martin feints and moves forward to hit with a hook. Hicks moves aside and dodges.]
[Reggie Martin fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut and it lands on Hicks' chin! Martin moves forward looking for some action. He surprises Hicks with a double overhooks! Martin fakes a punch and launches himself over Hicks! Nice move by Martin who clinches and pushes Hicks against the cage. Clive Hicks pushes Martin away, trying to keep the fight at striking range but Martin doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Hicks. Clive Hicks is a bloody mess! Reggie Martin is absolutely terrifying with his power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Hicks with uppercuts! Hicks is taking more than he can endure. This could end soon if Hicks is unable to escape! Hicks' right eye is cut and is beginning to swell.]
[Sick uppercut from the clinch by Reggie Martin! That one almost breaks Hicks' chin! He is knocked down! Dusty Whittaker is asking Hicks to defend himself! Dusty Whittaker jumps in between the fighters and stops the punishment for Hicks!]
Winner: Reggie Martin by TKO (Uppercut) at 1:34 Round 2
Statistics: Clive Hicks
Punches 2/4 (50%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 243 s
Statistics: Reggie Martin
Punches 15/21 (71%)
Kicks 3/28 (11%)
Clinch strikes 8/8 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 0 s
RUN IT BACK
WITH SAVANNAH SKYE
[The camera cuts to an interview recorded earlier in the day. Savannah Skye is standing in one of the training rooms of the Walter Pyramid, with Middleweight fighter Travis Decker standing beside her.]
SAVANNAH SKYE
Ladies and gentlemen my guest at this time, middleweight fighter “Ripcord” Travis Decker. Thank you for your time once again Travis.
TRAVIS DECKER
Always a pleasure Ms. Skye.
SAVANNAH SKYE
Now we all saw your fight against Reno Nevada at Boss Fight VIII, and while it was an incredible fight, winning fight of the night honors no less, you were on the losing end of it.
[Travis lets out a chuckle.]
TRAVIS DECKER
Thank you for the reminder, Ms. Skye.
[Savannah gives a polite smile.]
SAVANNAH SKYE
I’m sorry, but I do have a point I promise. Tonight you go against a veteran competitor in “Strangla” Simon Bishop. In your mind how does this fight compare to the first, and how did it affect your preparation for tonight?
TRAVIS DECKER
As I said on twitter earlier this week, Simon is a completely different beast to Reno. Despite the opinions of some others, I don’t take him lightly, nor will I with anyone I step into the cage against. Now I’m sure I have been written off by a few people after I got knocked out in my first fight, but the fact is that now that I have tasted it it is something that I never want to taste again. I was truly alive in that cage, and now in my second fight I am determined to bounce back. Because of how I know I am viewed, I refuse to make that mistake. Each and every person who fights in this sport is a threat and can end you at any moment, including me, and including my opponent. Simon is a submission guy through and through, he wants to get his opponents to the ground and tap them out. So, my preparation has been working overtime on my takedown defence.
SAVANNAH SKYE
Is that your strategy for this fight?
TRAVIS DECKER
Absolutely. During my research on Simon’s past fights, it is obvious that his striking is not the best, and despite what it seemed like in my last fight, it is where I excel. I’m no slouch on the ground, but especially in this fight my plan is to keep it on the feet and then kick his head off his shoulders.
SAVANNAH SKYE
Its a simple plan.
TRAVIS DECKER
Simple but effective, I hope.
SAVANNAH SKYE
Well Travis, thank you for your time, and good luck tonight.
TRAVIS DECKER
Thanks Savannah, hopefully I don’t need it, but I’ll take it just the same.
[Travis smiles as Savannah motions to the camera, the feed cutting off.]
REFEREE: Jordan Ripley
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ROUND ONE
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[The bell announces the first round! Travis Decker goes with a looping right hand while Simon Bishop jumps back and jabs. That one hits but Bishop seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here! Decker looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Bishop's punches. Decker measures the resilience of Bishop's chin with an uppercut while Bishop lands some great crosses!]
[Bishop looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Travis Decker's punches and both fighters are wildly hitting air! Bishop continues to look for angles as he throws a few jabs and Decker is on the receiving end of a great combo by Bishop. Decker has a small cut on his chin now. Bishop goes with a looping right hand while Decker jumps back and jabs. That one hits but Decker seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here! Decker fires back with some low kicks, punishing Bishop's legs repeatedly. The two step in and exchange wildly and Bishop is connecting with a few punches.]
[Decker moves forward and launches a high kick! Bishop ducks under. Decker gets sloppy and Bishop tries to take advantage. A right hand from Bishop gets deflected. Decker has found an opening in the defense of Bishop, and launches a big uppercut! Bishop is wobbling! Bishop seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Travis Decker! Bishop attempts a takedown but Decker hops back and delivers a powerful kick to his head! Bishop toppled to the mat and Decker follows him down to finish but the ref pulls him off! Bishop seems confused and a bit dazed as the bell sounds, marking the end of the fight.]
Winner: Travis Decker by TKO (High Kick) at 1:56 Round 1
Statistics: Travis Decker
Punches 9/16 (56%)
Kicks 4/5 (80%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Simon Bishop
Punches 12/21 (57%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
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REFEREE: Roy Rivers
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ROUND ONE
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[The bell announces the first round! Bobbi London moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense. London launches a furious hook! Ward ducks under and pushes Bobbi London creating some space. Ward is trying to counter now! Ward is holding Bobbi London's left leg... He's trying to take her down. Bobbi London loses balance and goes to the ground. Ward is in side mount over London. London launches a few weak punches and Ward blocks them effectively. London tries to turn away and scramble out but Ward takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke! He can't lock it up. London spins out and gets back to her feet. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing.]
[Tommy Ward fakes a move and moves laterally. London follows Tommy Ward only to get counter punched in a big way! London needs to stop playing Ward's game or she'll get knocked out! Surprise roundhouse punch by Ward. Bobbi London's reflexes save her! Ward gets sloppy and London tries to take advantage. Bobbi London swings and hits nothing but air. Bone shattering straight left hand from Bobbi London and Ward ducks under just in time. London fails here and it's time for Tommy Ward to fight back! Ward is holding London's right leg... He's trying to take her down. London loses balance and goes back to the ground.]
[Ward lands in side mount over Bobbi London. Tommy Ward looks to mount Bobbi London. London takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard. London measures the resilience of Ward's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Ward blocks the hits as he works on the ground. London measures the resilience of Ward's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Ward blocks the hits and moves on the ground. Poorly executed technique. Tommy Ward looks to counter! Ward tries to improve position and frees a leg. Ward is in half guard over London now. Deep breaths from London who tries a hammer punch to Ward's ribs. Ward blocks those punches.]
[Bobbi London launches a few punches to Ward's cheek from the guard. Those punches sure are annoying because Ward tries to cover his face. London tries to turn into her opponent. Ward tries to sprawl back but he is too slow. London scrambles out and gets back to his feet! Poorly executed technique. Bobbi London looks to counter! London tries some clinching in order to control the fight. Ward moves backwards and circles around Bobbi London. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing.]
[London steps backwards away from Tommy Ward. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit. Ward launches a kick and London checks it and keeps some distance. Ward is trying to counter now! Tommy Ward is opening up on London and raining down combinations! London doesn't look worried as she defends. London and Ward engage in a wild exchange of punches! London is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows. Ward chases London and launches a few perfect strikes. Here we go! London steps backwards when those punches connect with her face! London and Ward engage in another wild exchange of punches! London is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.]
[A punch from Bobbi London gets blocked by Ward. Poorly executed technique. Ward looks to counter! Ward grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground. Great takedown by Ward. Ward lands in open guard over London and London tries to close her guard around Ward but is not able to do it. Deep breaths from London who tries a hammer punch to Ward's ribs. Ward blocks those punches andis trying to counter now! He tries to pass to half guard. Bobbi London can't prevent her opponent from passing. Ward looks to work from half guard now.]
[London launches a few weak punches and Ward blocks them effectively. London measures the resilience of Ward's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Ward blocks the hits as he works on the ground. Poorly executed technique. Tommy Ward looks to counter! Tommy Ward pushes London's leg and tries to move to full mount. London rolls and she's now on half guard over Tommy Ward. Nice reversal! London positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows! Ward's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows. Tommy Ward overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting maneuver. London pulls her arm out of danger. Roy Rivers has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.]
[Tremendous strikes from London but Ward blocks with confidence. London fails here and it's time for Tommy Ward to fight back! London launches a kick but Tommy Ward avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook! Bobbi London jabs at Ward to no visible effect. Nice punch by Bobbi London that nearly tags Ward. Ward is holding Bobbi London's left leg... He's trying to take her down. Bobbi London loses balance and goes to the ground. Ward is in side mount over London. London launches a few weak punches and Ward blocks them effectively. London launches a few punches to Ward's cheek from the guard. Ward uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward. London misses a step and Tommy Ward sees an opportunity to counter! Ward looks to mount London… Bobbi London takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard. The buzzer sounds and Roy Rivers tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.]
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ROUND TWO
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[London launches a hook to the body and Ward moves aside looking for a counter. Several good body shots are evaded by London. Bobbi London moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense. London goes with a looping right hand while Ward jumps back and jabs. London seems staggered and Ward runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses. London just won't stop and continues to rain punches but Ward quickly defends. Ward dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook that almost lifts London from the ground! Shovel hook by Bobbi London goes nowhere. Quick hook by Bobbi London glances off Ward's arms. Tommy Ward tries to bring the fight to the ground and London goes down. London seems a bit groggy... her movements are not very coordinated now.]
[Tommy Ward is in open guard over London and she tries to close her guard around Ward but is not able to do it. London launches a few weak punches that land clean on Ward's ribs. London winds back again and unloads on Ward's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Ward blocks the hits as he works on the ground. Bobbi London gets sloppy and Tommy Ward tries to take advantage. Ward moves on the ground and gets to half guard. Bobbi London launches a few punches to Ward's cheek from the guard. Tommy Ward uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward. Tommy Ward tries to free his leg. He uses some of his skill by jumping out of London's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!]
[Deep breaths from Bobbi London who tries a hammer punch to Ward's ribs and Ward blocks those punches. Bobbi London tries to turn in and scramble out. Ward timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine! Bobbi London slips her head out and manages to gain top control. Roy Rivers has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.]
[Solid shot from Bobbi London to the body but Ward blocks in time. Ward grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground. Great takedown by Tommy Ward. London launches a few punches to Ward's cheek from the guard. Tommy Ward uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward. Deep breaths from Bobbi London who tries a hammer punch to Ward's ribs. Ward blocks those punches. Ward tries to pass to half guard. London can't prevent his opponent from passing. Ward looks to work from half guard. London launches a few weak punches and Ward blocks them effectively. Tommy Ward tries to free his leg… London rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!]
[Bobbi London is in side mount over Tommy Ward now. London tries to open Ward up with a few strikes with her right elbow. Ward blocks a few elbows and now Bobbi London will have to look for another option here. Tommy Ward attempts to trap Bobbi London in his guard. Tommy Ward manages to switch to full guard. London is in closed guard... Ward tries to roll on the ground! Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Bobbi London! Bobbi London tries to roll to her side and trap Tommy Ward in her guard. Tommy Ward keeps good control and remains in full mount. Roy Rivers has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.]
[Bobbi London moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense. London goes to the body and her punches graze Ward's arm. Ward is holding Bobbi London's right leg... He's trying to take her down. Bobbi London loses balance and goes to the ground. Tommy Ward is in side mount over Bobbi London. Bobbi London launches a few punches to Ward's cheek from the guard. Tommy Ward uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward. Ward tries to move to full mount! Nice move. He is in full mount now. Ward suddenly holds Bobbi London's arm and tries an armbar! London breaks the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Tommy Ward! Tommy Ward gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. London spins out, but Tommy Ward was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke! London is too good and managed to back out of danger. Roy Rivers halts the fight to stand up Ward. The fight resumes with both fighters standing. Ward and London engage in a wild exchange of punches! London is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows. The buzzer sounds and Roy Rivers tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.]
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ROUND THREE
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[Bone shattering straight right hand from Bobbi London but Ward ducks under. Ward fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Bobbi London didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground! London tries to close her guard around Ward but is not able to do it. London launches a few weak punches and Ward blocks them effectively. Ward tries to jump to side mount but London closed her guard around Ward. Tommy Ward hooks London's right leg and sits back for a kneebar! Bobbi London manages to kick Ward away and scrambles on top! London tries to open up Tommy with a few strikes with her right elbow. Ward blocks a few elbows and now Bobbi London will have to look for another option here. London misses a step and Tommy Ward sees an opportunity to counter! Ward tries to close his guard around London and he succeeds!]
[London is in closed guard... Ward tries to roll on the ground! Bobbi London uses her leg to keep her position on the ground. Ward tries to roll on the ground again! Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Bobbi London! London is moving on the ground. Ward tries to counter London's moves on the ground. Ward tries to keep his position while looking to maybe begin some ground and pound. Tommy Ward controls the situation despite Bobbi London efforts for escaping from the full mount. Tommy Ward throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar! London breaks the lock showing some skills. Roy Rivers stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing.]
[Bone shattering straight left hand from Bobbi London but Ward ducks under. Ward is holding Bobbi London's left leg... He's trying to take her down. Bobbi London loses balance and goes to the ground. Tommy Ward is in side mount over Bobbi London. London launches a few weak punches and Ward blocks them effectively. London measures the resilience of Ward's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Ward blocks the hits as he works on the ground. Tommy Ward looks to mount Bobbi London. He slides his knee across and gets to full mount. Bobbi London tries to roll to her side and trap Ward in her guard but Tommy Ward keeps good control and remains in full mount. London measures the resilience of Ward's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Ward blocks the hits as he works on the ground.]
[Bobbi London gets sloppy and Tommy Ward tries to take advantage. Bobbi London tries to roll to her side and trap Tommy Ward in her guard. Tommy Ward rolls her over and takes her back! Bobbi London launches a few punches to Ward's cheek from the guard. Tommy Ward uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward. London launches a few weak punches and Ward blocks them effectively. Bobbi London gets sloppy and Tommy Ward tries to take advantage. Ward tries to get a hook in! Things get worse for London! Ward has one hook in and keeps working! The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing.]
[Bone shattering straight left hand from Bobbi London and Ward ducks under once again. A solid combination from Bobbi London mostly hits air. London fails here and it's time for Tommy Ward to fight back! Ward dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook that almost lifts London from the ground! London throws a hook and fails to land it. Ward fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Bobbi London didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground! Deep breaths from Bobbi London who tries a hammer punch to Ward's ribs. Ward blocks those punches and looks to counter! Ward moves on the ground and moves to side mount. Tommy Ward hooks London's left leg and sits back for a kneebar! Bobbi London manages to kick Ward away and scrambles on top! London tries to open up Ward with a few strikes with her right elbow. Ward blocks a few elbows and now Bobbi London will have to look for another option here.]
[Ward reaches under and rolls for a kneebar! London blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard. Ward has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent. Ward reaches under and rolls for a kneebar! London blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard. Bobbi London aggressively and repeatedly punches Ward. Good job by Ward blocking and slipping the blows. Bobbi London tries to free her leg but Tommy Ward moves fast and both fighters exchange some weak punches while climbing to their feet. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet.]
[Solid jabs from Bobbi London. Ward defends. Poorly executed technique. Tommy Ward looks to counter! Nice punches from Tommy Ward. London staggers backwards. Ward wants to finish this and continues launching bombs! London launches a stiff jab! Bobbi London circles around Ward. Solid jabs from Bobbi London. Ward launches a furious hook! That hits London's chin like a wrecking ball! London loses balance and goes to the mat. The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.]
JUDGE MAURO NICHOLS
Tommy Ward 10 10 10: 30
Bobbi London 9 9 9: 27
JUDGE KATHIE GREGG
Tommy Ward 10 10 10: 30
Bobbi London 9 9 9: 27
JUDGE VERN CARSON
Tommy Ward 10 10 10: 30
Bobbi London 9 9 9: 27
Winner: Tommy Ward by Unanimous Decision
Statistics: Tommy Ward
Punches 23/42 (55%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 10/10 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 11/11 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 528 s
Statistics: Bobbi London
Punches 9/46 (20%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 4/79 (5%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 528 s
REFEREE: Jordan Ripley
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ROUND ONE
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[Both wrestlers made their way into the cage with their respective championships. SILK holding his WTC title and Cosmo holding the Apex Championship from Valor Pro Wrestling. Our referee collects the belts and both men meet in the middle. SILK is locked on Cosmo as he pops he mouthpiece in and out. They briefly touch gloves and we are live. It’s Cosmo who comes out the aggressor as he cuts off the middle of the cage to SILK. A few swings which SILK avoids has Cosmo a bit off balance. This allows SILK to shoot a quick double leg take down but Cosmo gets a wide base and won’t allow SILK to take him down. SILK stands back up and Cosmo clips him with a right but SILK counters back into a swift uppercut which barely glances off of Cosmo.]
[SILK after catching Cosmo off balance begins to shoot some kicks but Cosmo checks them rather easily, SILK tries to follow it up with a straight shot but Cosmo blocks it and then counters back with a hook, SILK swings as well and the crowd swells with noise on the outside as both fighters are trying to land a knock out block. SILK realizes he is on the defensive now after being on the offensive and uses a moment between the action SILK goes into a clinch to try and control the swings from Cosmo. He tries to lift his knees but Cosmo is able to block them away.]
[Another take down attempt from SILK and this time he is successful but Cosmo quickly goes into guard. He blocks attempts from SILK to strike down at him, before Cosmo pulls him into a close guard and then sweeps into a mount which has the crowd going nuts. Cosmo looks to have the upper-hand as he throws all of his weight behind some strikes with SILK beneath him but SILK is able to cover up and he goes into a closed guard. Both use this time for a quick break, the passiveness allows the referee to stand both up.]
[SILK is the aggressor when both fighters come up, but Cosmo easily parries the strikes away. He even gives SILK a little taunt. SILK smirks and nods, fakes a punch and then catches a kick right into the ribs of Cosmo which stumbles him! The crowd buzzes as SILK senses he has hurt Cosmo but Cosmo creates some room between them and with the aggression of a wounded animal he swings and connects with a wild right hook! SILK drops for a moment and as Cosmo rushes him he connects with a combo. Both men are going in for the kill now and the crowd is eating it up! The combo doesn’t have lots of steam behind it so Cosmo is only marked up slightly from the exchange. Cooper goes in for a clinch and gives SILK a few knees.]
[SILK is able to shoot the double leg take down, his only hope as Cosmo has him in no man’s land. He gets Cosmo back into a guard and this time lands a few hammer shots into Cosmo’s face. These have some steam and Cosmo’s legs loosen, the crowd can see it but Cosmo counters with a stiff shot into the ribs of SILK which causes him to lean. On the lean Cosmo goes into a half guard and then begins peppering hammers down to the side of SILK’s head. SILK tries to cover up but Cosmo is landing shot after shot. The referee shouts a warning and then rushes in to push Cosmo away as SILK was unable to defend himself. Cosmo rushes to his corner to climb the cage to celebrate. SILK is far from knocked out as he gets to his knees and slaps a hand to the mat as Cooper celebrates the win.]
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ONE TIME JUST A LITTLE BIT, I
ONE TIME JUST A LITTLE BIT, I (GO 'HEAD, O)
ONE TIME JUST A LITTLE BIT, I
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[There was a football crowd like feel to the crowd tonight as they prepare for the entrance of The Pride of Manchester, Luca Brasi.]
LUCAAAA! LUCAAAA! LUCAAAA! LUCAAAA!
BRASIIII! BRASIIII! BRASIIII! BRASIIII’
[‘i’ by Lil Skies begins to through the speakers as Luca Brasi steps out surrounded by Team Kingslayer, The young Mancunian looks rather focused as he begins his walk to the cage.]
PATRICK CARSON
Ladies and gentlemen, we are just moments away from our main event. Coming to the cage right now is one of our newest Middleweight fighters, Luca Brasi. The Pride of Manchester is coming into tonight with a win against Simon Bishop in his Union debut.
NORA BAUER
Brasi gave an excellent performance and ruined Bishop’s return. Tonight, Brasi faces a more experienced fighter who will test his striking skills. Luca will need to incorporate his wrestling and try to take the fight to the ground to give himself the best chances at winning.
LUCAAAA! LUCAAAA! LUCAAAA! LUCAAAA!
BRASIIII! BRASIIII! BRASIIII! BRASIIII
[The young grappler bounces on his way to the cage. His arms sway back and forth as he keeps loosened up. Once at the steps the remove his hood revealing his buzzed cut hair before Removing his walkout jacket.]
MANCHESTER LA LA LA!
MANCHESTER LA LA LA!
MANCHESTER LA LA LA!
[Once he steps into the cage, he circles it. Laying one hand on the canvas touch it as a pre-match ritual.]
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LISTEN UP HERE, I'LL MAKE IT QUITE CLEAR
I'M GONNA PUT SOME BOOGIE IN YOUR EAR
SHAKE AND BOP, DON'T YOU STOP
DANCE LIKE A MANIAC UNTIL YOU DROP
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[Black out. Thousands of voices are calling out in the dark arena, anxiously waiting. Then comes the pounding bass drum...and the ripping guitars of Motorhead's Born to Raise Hell. The distortion roars out of the loudspeakers and rocks the building. The rafters light up Celtic green and white spotlights run over the cheering crowd.]
[Fade to Reno Nevada walking in a dark corridor backstage, flanked by officials, with his corner men following close behind. The Outlaw is dressed in a newsboy cap, a white wife-beater tank top, brown twill pants and suspenders. He has a big, shit-eatin' grin on his face.]
PATRICK CARSON
Making the final walkout of the night, the man, the myth, the legend...
[Back in the arena, spotlights converge on the entrance. Nevada walks out to a raucous ovation. He follows the path cut through the floor seats, strutting like a right bastard. Near the cage, he swigs from an offered bottle of water from an official then chucks it into the crowd. His cap is thrown after it, caught by a lucky fan.]
PATRICK CARSON
… The Outlaw Reno Nevada! This Boston Brawler has grown a cult following since his days as a bare knuckle boxer and it’s only growing bigger. Ole Renny Red Balls made a big splash in his debut fight for Union Grand Prix, scoring a second round knockout over Travis Decker which earned Fight of the Night honors.
NORA BAUER
It was a wild fight no doubt that stole the show in Japan and Reno will need to carry that fire into this fight. Reno is the superior striker no doubt, and the guy’s drive is unmatched in this sport. He feels most comfortable on his feet, so expect these two brawlers to light some fireworks here!
[He undresses down to his fight gear, then approaches a referee who applies Vaseline to eyebrows, cheeks, and nose. A second referee steps up, inspecting his gloves and shorts, and clears him to enter the cage.]
[Nevada races up the steps and takes a lap around the inner circle of the cage. He stops in his corner, bounces around on his feet, and shadow boxes.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time for the Main Event of the evening! The following contest is scheduled for five rounds in the Union Grand Prix Middleweight Division! Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a Boxer with a Union GP record of 1-0. He stands 6’ even and weighing in at 185 pounds. From Manchester, England, fighting out of The Firm MMA, he is “The Pride of Manchester” Luca Brasi!
[Luca Brasi doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table as he confidently bounces in place in his corner.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And his opponent, fighting out of the red corner, a Boxer with a Union GP record of 1-0. He stands at 6’2” and weighing in at 185 pounds. He is from Boston, Massachusetts, fighting out of Tide of Blood, he is “The Outlaw” Reno Nevada!
[Reno Nevada is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his fight.]
NORA BAUER
We are all set and ready for this Main Event Bout to kick off. Both of these fighters are similar in height, weight, and fighting style. Virtually identical!
PATRICK CARSON
Reno has experience but Luca has youth on his side. It's hard to say who will be winning this fight and the social media feedback has been back and forth between the two. The referee for this bout is Herschel Warden and he’s calling for the bell! And here we go!
[The fight gets underway. A right hand from Reno Nevada surprises Luca Brasi right out of the gate! Brasi backpedals away to avoid any combos. Brasi avoids a dangerous strike from Nevada and fends him off with some feel-out punches. The two step in to each other and exchange wildly, both landing but without much steam behind the shots.]
[Brasi throws an Inside leg kick that lands on Nevada's leg. Brasi moves forward looking for some action, and surprises Nevada with a double overhooks! Brasi tries to take the fight to the ground with a single leg takedown. Nevada is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground. Brasi lands in open guard over Nevada.]
[Brasi breathes deeply while on the ground and as the fight continues on the ground, it seems that Luca Brasi is taking the best of the fight. Brasi is cooling the fight on the ground, not making any advances. Herschel Warden stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing.]
PATRICK CARSON
Reno put the heat on Brasi early in this fight.
NORA BAUER
Brasi tried to cut him off and take the fight to the ground, but Reno was able to hold his own and not give Luca anything.
[Back on their feet, Luca goes with a looping right hand while Reno jumps back and jabs. Brasi only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless. Brasi launches a furious low kick but Reno checks it. Luca follows up and goes with a looping right hand while Reno jumps back and jabs. Brasi only hits air and the two step back to regroup.]
[Brasi feints and moves forward to hit with a hook, what a crushing shot! Nevada's chin is beginning to swell now. Luca changes levels and shoots for a double leg takedown! He hits it! Reno Nevada is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Brasi into his guard. Brasi is in closed guard over Nevada and takes some deep breaths to stay fresh. Solid punches thrown by Luca Brasi on the ground get deflected by Nevada. Brasi misses a step and Reno sees an opportunity to counter him! Nevada tries to roll on the ground but Luca uses his leg to keep his position on the ground.]
[Brasi stays in closed guard and Reno tries to roll on the ground again! Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Luca Brasi! Brasi is cooling the fight on the ground and stalls the fight. After a while, Herschel Warden stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet and you can hear how the people agree with that decision.]
PATRICK CARSON
I like what Luca is trying to do by taking the fight to the ground, but he isn’t doing much. He’s gonna need to work some offense before the ref calls for stalling.
[Luca Brasi tries to bring the fight to the ground again and shoots a double leg and Nevada goes down. Brasi is in open guard over Nevada and he breathes deeply while on the ground. Nevada tries to close his guard around Brasi but he isn’t able to. Brasi moves on the ground and jumps to side mount. Luca looks to mount Reno, he slides his knee across and gets to full mount.]
[Brasi fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Reno’s arm and tries an armbar! You can see the pain reflected in Nevada's eyes! He holds his own hand and with pure strength he breaks Luca’s lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Brasi. Reno is now in side mount over Luca. He looks to pass to mount but Brasi creates space and scrambles back to his feet. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The fans cheer them on.]
[Reno is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion! He tries to bring the fight to the ground but Brasi won't budge, forcing Nevada to pull guard. Brasi is in closed guard over Nevada. The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights. Nevada tries to roll on the ground! Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Luca!]
NORA BAUER
Interesting strategy for Reno to pull guard! But he manages to get to full mount where he’s more comfortable.
[Luca Brasi tries to roll to his side and trap Reno in his guard but Reno rolls him over and takes his back! Nevada is in rear mount over Brasi and he tries to get a hook in! Brasi rolls on the ground and manages to get a half guard! Nevada misses a step and Luca sees an opportunity to counter him! Brasi has Nevada controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape. Showing some ground skills, he transitions to a side mount. The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round and Herschel Warden tells the fighters to go to their corners.]
PATRICK CARSON
Pretty intense first round for these Middleweights. Reno wasn’t able to get much going standing up, but Luca didn’t do much on the ground either.
NORA BAUER
That’s a tough round to judge, I’m not real sure who takes that one on the score cards. Let’s see how these two adjust in the second.
[The second round opens up and Reno Nevada attempts to cut off Brasi with punches but Brasi avoids getting cornered. Nice low kick thrown by Nevada but Brasi stops it. Some nice shots from Luca Brasi land and they stun Nevada for a minute. There is a small cut on Reno’s forehead now. Nevada jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple. He pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position!]
[The fighters are clinching. Nevada launches a few hard punches to Luca Brasi's ribs! Brasi struggles and protects himself. Nevada tries to take Luca down. Brasi stumbles backwards and Reno launches a few punches. One swing hits hard on Brasi's jaw! Reno is launching some bone breaking punches to Brasi's ribs while in the clinch. You can see the pain in Luca Brasi's eyes.]
[Reno tries a leg sweep and Luca falls hard on the mat with Reno landing in closed guard over Brasi. Brasi measures the resilience of Nevada's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Those hits are leaving hitches in Nevada's side. Luca is cooling the fight on the ground now. Herschel Warden has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.]
PATRICK CARSON
Nice takedown by Reno while in the clinch but can’t capitalize on it.
[Brasi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Reno didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground! Luca is in open guard over Nevada and he breathes deeply while on the ground. Brasi tried to move on the ground but remains in open guard. Reno launches a few punches to Brasi's cheek from the guard. Luca uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.]
[Luca pushes Reno against the fence and then tries to improve his position. He jumps and tries to free his leg! Reno doesn't allow this but Luca is able to get half guard here. Luca tries to pass Reno’s guard. He manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount. Nevada’s cornermen are yelling for their man to escape from the ground as Brasi can finish a fight on the ground if you give him the chance. Luca wants to finish his opponent on the ground Brasi drills Reno Nevada's face with a huge right hand and you could hear the impact in the back!]
[Nevada tries to stand up but Brasi doesn't allow it! Reno winds back and unloads o Brasi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Brasi blocks the hits as he works on the ground. Brasi tries to open up Nevada with a few strikes with his right elbow. Some nice shots are landing and Reno is trying to block them with his hands. Luca breathes deeply while on the ground.]
PATRICK CARSON
It looks like Luca is getting gassed here.
NORA BAUER
He needs to make a move or this fight could go downhill fast for him!
[Luca is in side mount and Reno launches a few punches to Brasi's cheek from the guard. Luca uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward. Luca looks to mount Reno now. He slides his knee across and gets to full mount. Luca throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar! You can see the pain reflected in Nevada's eyes. That's more than Reno Nevada can stand! His arm is outstretched and he taps before getting an injury.]
PATRICK CARSON
That’s it! It’s all over! Luca Brazil caught Reno Nevada in an armbar and Reno had nowhere to go! What an upset for the young blood!
[The crowd bursts into cheers as Brasi is rushed by his corner crew. Doctors tend to Nevada for a few moments to check on his condition. Once he’s been cleared, he rises to his feet with an obvious look of disappointment on his face. The two fighters eventually meet back in the center of the octagon for the official ruling.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Herschel Warden has called for a stop in this fight at 4 minutes 10 seconds of the second round, for your winner by submission, “The Pride of Manchester” Luca Brasi!
[The crowd explodes once more as Luca has his hand raised in victory. Reno and Luca shake hands and say a few words before splitting off to their respective corner crews. A graphic pops up to highlight the fight while the commentators recap.]
Winner: Luca Brasi by Submission (Armbar) at 4:10 Round 2
Statistics: Luca Brasi
Punches 7/15 (47%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/4 (100%)
GnP strikes 5/10 (50%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 323 s
Statistics: Reno Nevada
Punches 10/15 (67%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 4/10 (40%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/8 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 323 s
PATRICK CARSON
What a finish for Luca Brasi! It was starting to look bleak for the Manchester product, but he slipped an armbar deep and Reno had no choice but to tap!
NORA BAUER
I think Reno will want to run this one back. He was starting to build some offense but got caught with that submission. This one is gonna sting.
PATRICK CARSON
Folks, that’s it for tonight. We thank you all for watching us here Walter Pyramid in Long Beach. Catch us again for UGP 11 only on the Battleground Network! For Nora Bauer, I’m Patrick Carson, goodnight everybody!