UIC PAVILION
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
SEPTEMBER 15, 2018
[After the opening intro video finishes up, we fade back into the UIC Pavilion in Chicago, Illinois which is packed with 9,500 fans in attendance. The crowd is on their feet cheering in anticipation for the night’s bouts. Camera angles pan around from one point to another, catching fans, athletes, and celebrities in attendance. We then transition to meet Dante Reed and Warhead Williams standing cageside.]
DANTE REED
Welcome ladies and gentlemen, we are live on the Battleground Network at the UIC Pavilion in Chicago, Illinois and this is UGP #1! We are standing here amongst 9,500 other spectators in the building for this groundbreaking event. I am Dante Reed and alongside me is one of the pioneers that helped grow this sport to what it is today, Warren “Warhead” Williams! Tonight we have nine scheduled bouts with some of brightest young competitors in this sport.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
No doubt about it, Dante. Tonight we also have some rookies, some veterans of the sport, and some who are transitioning into the cage from professional wrestling. We have two Round Robin bouts in the Heavyweight and Light Heavyweight Divisions, two tournament bouts in the Cruiserweight and Junior Heavyweight Divisions, And our headliner play-in bout.
DANTE REED
That headline fight has been buzzing throughout the media with Kenzi Grey and Kaelan Laughlin being two of the most recognizable names in combat sports. 64% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Kaelan Laughlin wins this one. Only one will walk away the winner and into the Cruiserweight Championship Tournament, while the loser will have to take the long road to redemption.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
These single elimination tournaments hold so much prestige. Every match becomes harder and harder and more and more meaningful as things dwindle down to the final two. However, the Heavy and Light Heavy Divisions are being determined in a Round Robin format. Everybody gets a chance to fight everyone and the two with the best records at the end of that series goes on to fight for the Title.
DANTE REED
Let’s talk a little about our main event tonight. A Heavyweight bout featuring old school versus new school. At 44 years old, Shotgun Koa has been doing this for so long, but he’s never lost any drive to compete. He goes up against the young blood “Dog Face” Donnie Calabrese.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
This is sure to be a knock down, drag out fight where someone could be going home with their face rearranged. 68% of the fans that took the social media poll believes the hometown hero Calabrese takes this one.
DANTE REED
We’ve got much more in store, but now it’s time to fight! So let’s toss things over to our cage announcer Mike Dempsey. Mike, take it away brother!
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I TESTIFIED
MY MOMMA CRIED
BLACK PEOPLE DIED
WHEN THE OTHER MAN LIED
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[As “Shut ‘em Down” by Public Enemy plays over the PA system, Real Killas’ own Roscoe Robinson emerges to the main stage. Wearing a pink and blue walkout fight kit, he’s followed by an entourage of coaches and security guards. Robinson looks focused but also calm in the midst of battle.]
DANTE REED
Here comes Roscoe Robinson, a rookie fighter who was one of the last wave of signings before constructing these tournaments and round robin series. There’s not a whole lot of film on this guy, but his head coach Daniel Fisk has talked him up, saying he had an excellent camp and that he’s loaded with untapped potential.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
He’s got a kickboxing background with elite strikes and kicks. From what I’ve been told, he prefers to keep the fight standing as his ground game is rudimentary at best. But he’s a determined young blood who is ready to break through into the mainstream.
[Robinson gets checked out by the official standing cageside to ensure he is fit to fight and legal for action. He steps in the cage and shadow boxes on his towards his corner.]
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LOOK, PEOPLE ASK ME WHAT THE FUTURE IS
ALL I KNOW IS I’LL BE DOIN’ THIS
ALL I KNOW IS THINGS ARE MOVING QUICK
THAT’S CONVENIENT FOR ME ‘CAUSE THAT’S HOW I LIVE
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[“No Name” by NF blares over the loudspeaker and Kevin Van Damne emerges to the stage wearing his black and yellow walkout fight kit with his crew following behind. KVD has a blank, stone cold expression as he appears to be laser focused.]
DANTE REED
And now here comes Kevin Vane Damne, Another rookie kickboxer looking to make a name for himself. His approach to this fight was a polar opposite from his opponent. While Roscoe was making headlines calling out MMA legend Jason Jackson and his Slaughterhouse Oahu camp, Van Damne was completely silent on any social media platform, and declined to take any interviews during the media blitz.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Everyone has their own way of approaching certain goals. Some lokento play mind games while others like to let their actions donthe talking. As you mentioned, KVD is also a rookie kickboxer and these two match up perfectly.
[Van Damne strips down and gets checked out the referee before bear crawling his way up the steps into the octagon. KVD drills some takedown shots on his way to his corner before doing some stretches.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, we are live exclusively on the Battleground Network here at the UIC Pavilion in Chicago, Illinois for UGP #1! And now, this opening fight is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Junior Heavyweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a Kickboxer with a record of 0-0. He stands at 6’1” and weighing in at 215 pounds. He is from Atlanta, Georgia fighting out of Real Killas MMA, he is Roscoe Robinson!
[Roscoe Robinson looks at the ground while he bounces around to keep loose. He knows this is a big night for him, with so much at stake to make the perfect first impression.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And his opponent, fighting out of the red corner, a Kickboxer with a record of 0-0. He stands 6’2” and weighing in at 215 pounds. From Seattle, Washington, he is Kevin Van Damne!
[KVD looks like he's feeling the pressure as he stops shadow boxing and raises his right hand high in the air.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
This is a big night for both fighters as they try to make an impactful first impression. It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. 76% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Roscoe Robinson walks out victorious.
DANTE REED
The referee for this opening bout is Senior Official Herschel Warden. Warden checks off with each man one last time and this fight is underway!
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ROUND ONE
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[Both fighter’s close the gap to the center of the octagon. Kevin Van Damne immediately throws an overhand right that lands on Robinson's cheek and stops Robinson right in his tracks! Roscoe backpedals and there is a small laceration under his left eye. KVD keeps the pressure with a high kick that narrowly misses. Robinson and Van Damne square up and engage in a wild exchange of punches! KVD is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few extra blows.]
[Kevin Van Damne goes with a looping right hand while Roscoe Robinson jumps back and jabs. That one hits but Robinson seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.]
DANTE REED
Brutal combination from Kevin Van Damne!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Robinson is in a bad spot, his legs look wobbly!
[Roscoe Robinson tries to take the fight to the ground with a single leg takedown and KVD is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground. Roscoe Robinson is in open guard over KVD, Robinson tries to move to full mount and eventually succeeds.]
DANTE REED
Roscoe Robinson is in full mount over Kevin Van Damne. KVD is using some of his ground skills to escape from this… He pushes Robinson's knee away and tries to roll Nice move to get the half guard!
[Kevin Van Damne is in half guard over Robinson. KVD works on the ground with his fingers over Robinson's face. He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move! Herschel Warden didn't see the foul!]
[Kevin Van Damne is in half guard over Robinson. Roscoe works to switch to full guard. Kevin Van Damne is in closed guard over Robinson.]
DANTE REED
KVD is in closed guard... Robinson tries to roll on the ground!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Kevin Van Damne!
[Robinson is in full mount over Van Damne and KVD tries to roll to his side and trap Roscoe Robinson in his guard… Kevin Van Damne gets his hip out and moves to full guard. Roscoe Robinson is in full mount over Kevin Van Damne. KVD launches a few weak punches but Robinson blocks them effectively. Robinson is trying to counter now! Robinson tries to keep his position while looking to maybe begin a ground and pound session… Roscoe Robinson controls the situation despite Kevin Van Damne efforts for escaping from the full mount.]
[Roscoe Robinson is in full mount over Kevin Van Damne Kevin Van Damne tries to roll to his side and get to half guard… Roscoe Robinson rolls Kevin Van Damne to his stomach and takes his back!]
[Robinson is in rear mount over KVD and tries to get a hook in! Things get worse for KVD! Robinson has one hook in and keeps working! Robinson is in rear mount over KVD with one hook in.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
KVD has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position, but he’s unable to find a way to escape from this.
[KVD launches a few weak punches but Robinson blocks them. KVD misses a step and Robinson sees an opportunity to counter him!]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Robinson has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are going to get very bad for KVD… Nicely done! Robinson now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
[With both hooks in, Robinson is working on a desperate KVD, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position. Robinson moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this. KVD adopts the turtle defense and Robinson is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches! Robinson isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back, but KVD locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Roscoe until he can pull his arm free! Robinson lost his dominant position.]
[Kevin Van Damne is in closed guard over Robinson, then Robinson tries to roll on the ground! Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Kevin Van Damne! KVD tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount, and successfully moves to half guard! Roscoe is now in half guard over KVD and pushes KVD's leg and tries to move to full mount. Nice move by Robinson who is back in full mount! KVD is in trouble now!]
[Roscoe throws his leg over Kevin Van Damne's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from another rear naked choke attempt! KVD frees his arm and defends the choke. He manages to turn into Robinson and ends up on top just as the buzzer sounds for the end of the round.]
[Herschel Warden tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.]
DANTE REED
Roscoe Robinson has to be confident that he won that round.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
I was quite impressed with his control on the ground. Good work in staying on top and working on that choke. KVD has to be disappointed that he couldn’t get much offense going, let’s see if he changes his strategy up in the second round.
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ROUND TWO
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[The bell sounds for round two, and both men pace towards the center of the octagon. Robinson throws some feint punches and KVD reacts with a couple of jabs that are answered back by Robinson with a stiff cross! Solid exchange KVD's Chin is beginning to swell. Robinson launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook! KVD blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on his cheek! KVD stumbles and the falls to the mat!]
[Robinson is standing while KVD is on the ground on his back. Robinson launches a kick to KVD's thigh that smacks and echoes throughout the building! KVD quickly pops back to his feet. Robinson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by punches by KVD. Roscoe then fired back and KVD now is on the receiving end of a great striking combo. Kevin Van Damne tries a middle kick but Robinson blocks with his arm!
[Kevin Van Damne throws a overhand right and lands on Robinson's chin! That stops Robinson in his tracks! Robinson has a small cut in his left eye that’s starting to bleed. Robinson retaliates, launching a furious low kick! This sets off Van Damne and the two exchange wildly, both landing but without much steam. KVD tried to catch Robinson off guard with a head kick, but Roscoe is able to narrowly dodge it.]
DANTE REED
A bad move from Roscoe Robinson, almost putting his head right in the path of KVD's kick.
[KVD goes for a low kick but Robinson parries the deadly blow. Van Damne is getting sloppy with his strikes and Roscoe tries to take advantage by stepping forward and firing a high kick!]
DANTE REED
Vicious high kick, I can't believe that landed!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
There is a small laceration on Kevin Van Damne's left cheek now and he seems a bit groggy. His movements are not very coordinated now.
[Surprise roundhouse punch by Robinson. It looks like KVD was hit by a bus! KVD's Right cheek is swelling after the punishment he's received!]
DANTE REED
KVD has a small cut in his Right cheek now! He’s in bad shape!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
That punishment by Roscoe Robinson has left KVD staggered! Roscoe Robinson should push forward now and finish this!
[Quick hook by Roscoe Robinson lands clean. KVD regroups and looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Roscoe Robinson's punches. KVD is on the receiving end of another great combo by Robinson. Roscoe Robinson circles around KVD, fakes a punch and shoots a takedown! Kevin Van Damne didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!]
[Roscoe Robinson is in open guard over KVD and tries to improve position. He frees a leg and is in half guard over KVD. Kevin Van Damne tries to close the guard but gets nothing from this effort. Kevin Van Damne's face is covered in blood and may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes. KVD attempts to move to full guard but Roscoe keeps good control and remains in half guard.]
[Van Damne tries to close the guard but again, nothing doing. KVD misses a step and Robinson sees an opportunity to counter him! He tries to free his leg and Roscoe uses some of his skill by jumping out of KVD's guard. He moves quickly to full mount! Roscoe Robinson controls the situation despite Van Damne’s efforts for escaping. KVD tries to escape from the full mount again but Robinson isn’t caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position. Robinson slides his knee across and gets back to full mount.]
DANTE REED
Kevin Van Damne has seen better days, he hasn’t stopped bleeding.
[Roscoe Robinson continues controlling the tempo in the full mount. Robinson is moving on the ground and WHAM!]
DANTE REED
That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally? KVD's Forehead is bruised after that. Herschel Warden saw it!
[Herschel Warden allows KVD time to recover and the fight resumes with both fighters standing. You can hear how the people agree with that decision. The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.]
DANTE REED
Round two is in the books and I’d have to give this one Robinson again.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
I agree hundred percent. Robinson has had complete control thus far in the fight and has lands more significant strikes. I gotta say, for two stand up guys, I’m surprised this has been a ground game fight so far.
DANTE REED
Both fighter’s have been banged up, but KVD has definitely taken the brunt of it. If he wants to win this fight now, he’s gonna have to finish Robinson.
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ROUND THREE
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[The bell sounds for the third and final and both fighters are sluggish to close the distance. You can see KVD's blood stains all around the mat, truly painting the picture of a War in progress. As the two meet, Robinson launches a solid kick clean to the kidney that wrenches KVD!]
DANTE REED
A kidney shot to KVD and he’s hurt!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
That punishment by Roscoe Robinson has left KVD staggered! He needs to push forward now and finish this!
[KVD tried to fight through the pain and the two exchange blows back and forth. Roscoe Robinson wants this win and unleashes a brutal high kick that lands clean on the temple to KVD! KVD gets rocked and rag dolls to the mat and Herschel Warden instantly steps in to end this fight!]
DANTE REED
It’s all over! Roscoe Robinson ends this one with a monster head kick!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
What an incredible finish for Roscoe Robinson to cap off a dominating performance!
[The crowd explodes into cheers and Roscoe runs to his corner and jumps up to sit on top of the cage and celebrate with his crew. Doctors tend to KVD for a while before helping him to his feet. After doctors and cutmen tend to both fighters, they rally to the center of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Herschel Warden has called for a stop in this fight at 39 seconds of the third round for your winner by knockout, Roscoe Robinson!
[The crowd cheers as Roscoe has his hand raised in victory. Both fighters shake hands as a gesture of mutual respect before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Roscoe Robinson by KO (High kick) at 0:39 Round 3
Statistics: Roscoe Robinson
Punches 19/27 (70%)
Kicks 5/5 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 5:50
Statistics: Kevin Van Damne
Punches 18/22 (82%)
Kicks 1/5 (20%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/6 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 6:10
DANTE REED
Superb display of technique and awareness by the young rookie Roscoe Robinson. This man will be selling out arenas all on his own in no time!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
And it was a valiant effort tonight from Kevin Van Damne who, post fight, was thinking of the fans besides the fight itself. He’s gotta be disappointed in his performance tonight. I’m not sure he was ready for this one, but he’ll take this loss as a learning experience and get back to work.
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DIE MEETS HARD BY LING TOSITE SIGURE
BEGINS TO PLAY
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[As Die Meets Hard By Ling Tosite Sigure plays over the loudspeaker, Kira Izumi slowly creeps out to the main stage. He comes out wearing his blue and black walkout fight kit with crew members from his camp following behind. Izumi burrows his head down while slowly creeping down the aisle. He makes it to cageside where he is checked up on by the fight official. Once cleared, he climbs up the steps and calmly takes his place in his corner.]
DANTE REED
I have been privileged enough to watch Kira Izumi compete in professional wrestling for about a year and a half now from Union Battleground, and one thing I take from him time and again, is that this guy has no fear and feels no pain! Since having a child and settling down more with his family, Izumi has steered away a little more from the Deathmatches, and focusing on a technical submission game.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
There’s no doubt this guy is as tough a nails, Dante. And you’re absolutely correct, he has almost entirely focused on developing a world class submission game which can be lethal. However, that leaves him a bit one dimensional and he has a tougher time with guys who match up evenly or even exceed his ground skills.
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NIGGA WE DOING THIS SHIT FROM CLEVELAND TO LA
NIGGA WHATEVER YOU NIGGAS WANT, WE BRINGIN IT
THUG LUV, NIGGA. WHAT TIME IS IT
YO, I DON’T GIVE A FUCK WHERE YOU LAY AT
NIGGA, IT’S TIME TO SLAY THESE BITCH-MADE NIGGAS!
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[“Thug Luv (feat. 2Pac)” by Bone Thugs N Harmony begins thumping throughout the arena.
StrangLA” Simon Bishop slowly makes his way out while bouncing to keep warm in his all red walkout fight kit. Just behind him, guards and his corner crew follow his lead towards the octagon. Bishop doesn’t show much emotion as he makes it to cageside and gets checked by the bout official. Once cleared, he jogs up the steps and heads straight to his corner, shadow boxing along the way.]
DANTE REED
And here comes one of the several members of Real Killas MMA, Simon Bishop! “StrangLA” is known to be quite the trash talker, but he’s been relatively quiet leading up to this night.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Maybe he focusing in on these round robin matches with his sights set on winning Light Heavyweight Championship gold?! Whatever the case, we know that this is surely going to be a ground game test for both Kira and Simon. Both of these guys are submission artists but I would have to say I give the slight edge to Bishop based on the fact he’s seasoned in this combat sport at a high level, while Izumi has only had a handful of amateur fights in local promotions.
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the following bout is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Light Heavyweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, disciplined in Jeet Kune Do, Akido, and Wrestling with a record of 0-0. He stands at 6’ even and weighing in at 185 pounds. He is from Shinhidaka, Hokkaido, Japan fighting out of Freedom Core Pro Wrestling Dojo, he is “The Prince of Darkness” Kira Izumi!
[Kira steps out from the corner and bows his head before bouncing back into the cage and keeping loose.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And his opponent, fighting out of the red corner, disciplined in BJJ, Muay Thai, and Boxing with a record of 0-0. He stands 6’ even and weighing in at 185 pounds. From Los Angeles, California, fighting out of Real Killas MMA, he is “StrangLA” Simon Bishop!
[Bishop steps out from his corner and raises both arms in the air as the crowd cheers him on.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
This is going to be an interesting one. Both men are nearly equal in every category outside of years of experience. Can Kira pull off the upset or will Bishop’s skill set and knowledge takeover? 64% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Simon Bishop walks out victorious.
DANTE REED
We are about to find out! The referee for this bout is Roy Rivers and he’s calling for the fight, and here we go!
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ROUND ONE
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[The Prince of Darkness and StrangLA move forward as the referee signals the beginning of the fight! StrangLA moves forward looking for some action, but Kira Izumi doesn't want to engage and backpedals. Bishop initiates some offense with a good front kick. The Prince of Darkness stumbles backwards after that one!]
DANTE REED
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect right now.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Two submission artists going at it. They have a hold for any type of situation, so you gotta be careful with every move and not get caught.
[Simon Bishop fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside. He circles a bit before faking a punch and shoots a takedown! Kira Izumi didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground! Bishop is in open guard over The Prince of Darkness. StrangLA tries to improve position and frees a leg. Bishop is in half guard over The Prince of Darkness and goes for a keylock but Izumi breaks free.]
[Bishop is in half guard over Izumi and tries to free his leg. Bishop uses some of his skill by jumping out of Izumi's guard and moves quickly to full mount! Simon Bishop takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Kira Izumi shoulder and pushes his arm against the mat! Kira breaks that keylock attempt! The Prince of Darkness tries to get some advantage after his opponents miss by trying to roll to his side and trap Bishop in his guard. Bishop however keeps good control and remains in full mount.]
[Bishop is in full mount over Izumi, but Izumi tries to roll to his side and get to half guard. Bishop rolls Kira to his stomach and takes his back! Simon throws his leg over Kirai's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from Bishop's rear naked choke attempt! Kira Izumi frees his arm and defends the choke swiftly. He manages to turn into Simon Bishop and ends up on top! StrangLA fails here and it's time for Kira Izumi to fight back! The Prince of Darkness has StrangLA controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape but StrangLA is unable to move under Kira’s control. The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.]
[Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision. Tremendous strikes from StrangLA right off the bat! Some big punches are landing, and Bishop tries a nice one-two combination and lands them! Bishop tries to take the fight to the ground with a single leg takedown and brings Kira down.]
DANTE REED
Bishop and Izumi stand back up after a stalemate on the ground, but after Bishop lands a few shots, brings Kira back down with a nice double leg.
[Simon Bishop is in open guard over The Prince of Darkness and feints a strike and then tries a kneebar! The Prince of Darkness rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own, he escapes! Kira Izumi looks to counter with a triangle attempt but Bishop postures up and breaks the hold. Bishop is back in open guard over Kira before passing over to work from half guard. Simon pushes Kira’s leg and gets in full mount! The Prince of Darkness is in trouble now! But wait, he makes a quick reversal! Izumi is in closed guard over StrangLA. Bishop attempts a triangle from bottom but Izumi slips out. Bishop quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.]
[Kira Izumi slips out and backs away to avoid danger. Referee Roy Rivers halts the fight to stand up Simon Bishop and the fight resumes with both fighters standing. Bishop rushes in with some tremendous strikes and catching Kira with a few. He looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Kira then tests the resiliency of Izumi's chin with an uppercut!]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Kira is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
[Both fighters circle around the center of the cage. Kira moves forward and launches a low kick but Bishop blocks it. Simon shoots in for another single leg and successfully gets Kira on the ground. Bishop is in open guard and launches a few punches before The ref stops the action. The round is over.]
DANTE REED
Close round there, but if I had to judge that one, I’d give that one to Bishop.
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ROUND TWO
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[Izumi wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch but StrangLA wants none of that and pushes off. Bishop once again shoots in for a single leg and again takes the fight to the mat. Bishop is in open guard over Izumi, and he tries to finish with a leg lock but Kira is able to break the lock. Bishop back to side mount over Kira and works on the ground with his fingers over The Prince of Darkness' face. He seems to have poked the eye! What a shady move but Roy Rivers didn't see it! Bishop moves back to full mount over Kira and tries to keep his position, while looking to maybe begin a ground and pound session. Simon Bishop controls the situation despite Kira Izumi efforts for escaping from the full mount. Bishop is in full mount over Kira Izumi tightly. Bishop catches Kira’s left arm and sink in a kimura! Kira’s Left arm is getting wrecked, and it appears to be injured. Simon secures the lock while Kira Izumi refuses to tap until Roy Rivers jumps in and breaks the lock, calling an end to this fight!]
DANTE REED
Wow, Simon Bishop ends this one in perfect form with a textbook Kimura!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Kira Izumi fought like hell to get out of it. He was about ready to let Simon rip his arm off. But he’s still got at least three more fights in this Round Robin, gotta think ahead and play it smart.
Winner: Simon Bishop by Submission (Kimura) at 1:39 Round 2
Statistics: Kira Izumi
Punches 2/3 (67%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 3:29
Statistics: Simon Bishop
Punches 9/9 (100%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 4/4 (100%)
GnP strikes 3/4 (75%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 3:29
DANTE REED
Dominating performance by “StrangLA” Simon Bishop, who took his best game against Kira Izumi. He’s gotta be feeling good after that one.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
This is one of the Fight of the Night candidates! Spectacular technical performances in this one.
CAGESIDE
[The cameras scan all over the UIC Pavilion getting a view of the fans getting the first look of the newest MMA company. Shortly after a cut to near cageside where a business casually dressed man stands in front of the camera.]
TOUSSAINT HARPER
My name is Toussaint Harper ladies and gentleman. First allow me to welcome you to UGP 1, hope you’ve been enjoying the action so far. Recently hired by the good folks of Union GP I’m excited for this moment being able to bring you some breaking news. A prospect turned key name in MMA will be joining the Light Heavyweight division.
[He moves toward the crowd of people doing so man wild things to get the attention of the camera. Screams and cheers continue throughout. Suddenly, Toussaint stops when the cameras rest on a standing Navorro Williams already out of his cageside seat giving the camera his mean mug and smiles shortly after. The crowd seeing who Toussaint is talking about on the screens throughout the UIC Pavilion cheers wildly acknowledging the “Vo Daddy.” He also looks slightly heavier than when fans remember seeing him last in Caged Glory. Toussaint nods in appreciation and brings up his mic.]
TOUSSAINT HARPER
Warrior Navorro Williams ladies and gents. Former CGFC Imperial Champion. Perennial top ten ranked fighter in the world. One of the most controversial names in the business. We’ve heard that your contract has been signed for some time now but you will not be looking to fight until after December?
[Navorro looks around at the reception he’s getting giving a light salute to them all before answering Toussaint’s question.]
NAVORRO WILLIAMS
My sons comings. That is most importants thing to me rights now. I’m heres to enjoys but also to watches the competitions. I wants to see the limbs of the scabbies befores I collects them. Plus doings the media thing. When my sons born, Darth Grippa returns. Hi cakes. I’ll be backs home soon. Manmans I hopes yous taking cares of yous momma.
[Navorro waves at the camera knowing his pregnant girlfriend is probably watching.]
NAVORRO WILLIAMS
Plus, going ups a weight class so I’m gettings used to carryings the weight. Cakes been gaining weights. I been gaining weights. We are eatings good.
[Navorro laughs a bit at that while looking at Toussaint who also chuckles.]
TOUSSAINT HARPER
Nothing wrong with that. We look forward to your return. Now, in your time away from MMA you’ve been still working at Throne MMA but as a coach correct?
[Vo nods leaning a little more into the mic.]
NAVORRO WILLIAMS
Yous bouts to see the fruits of that labor in abouts 2 minutes. My guy Bananas splitting Aerons? Orions?...whatevers her damn names is. Don’t needs to knows her name just needs to knows her game. Cristian gots it down pact. It’s whats Throne does.
TOUSSAINT HARPER
Do you have anyone in mind you’d like to fight in your division? Anyone you would like to see in your return fight?
NAVORRO WILLIAMS
I wants to see them first. I wants to know if theys are who they says. I am. Always have beens and have proves it from MLC to CGFC. Cristian is Thrones and yous know we all likes fightings each others. At this point I’ms preparings my life changes and when I start I intends to starts from the bottoms up. Work my way throughs each if I haves to. Yous knows who else? They just foughts. StrangLA and Japboy. I likes that name, StrangLA. It’s gots the catchy. He mights needs to see the Darth Grippa. The Limb Rippa. The SoVo himselfs. The Mr. Motivational. Woulds be a goods one. I plan on workings from the short shows to the primetimes like tonights. I’ve earns my way befores will be nothing to does again.
TOUSSAINT HARPER
Chances are even with your slight weight gain you’ll still be punching up as a smaller guy in the weight class. How do you feel about that?
NAVORRO WILLIAMS
Mosts of the opponents in my career so far have beens bigger overalls. Their limbs still bitch whens I bends them the ways I bends them. I can deals beings the smaller one in the division. I likes that challenge not runs from it. I’ll be quickers on my feet and mores slick on grounds. I am still ones of the best grapplers in the worlds right now just sittings here. They musta forgots, don’t worries I reminds. Decembers Christmas times, presents for yous gooch guzzlers.
[Toussaint’s expression changes at that mouthing ‘gooch guzzlers?’ at the camera in confusion.]
TOUSSAINT HARPER
We welcome you back to MMA Navorro. We look forward to you putting on a show.
NAVORRO WILLIAMS
I don’ts put on shows. I put ons clinics. Bananas wins in the 2nd round. Watch the Thrones. It’s SoVo.
[The camera keeps view of both Toussaint and Navorro as Toussaint shakes Vo’s hand before cutting back to the cage.]
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ON TO BATTLE
HERE WE ARE THE HUNTERS
RED AS FIRE
CRIMSON BOW AND ARROW
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["Crimson Bow And Arrow" by Epica blasts over the loudspeaker and “The Demon Queen” Aeron Roberts emerges to the stage wearing her ice blue and white walkout fight kit with crew members from her camp following behind. Roberts burrows her head down while slowly walking down the ramp. She makes it to cageside where she is checked up on by the fight official. Once cleared, she climbs up the steps and calmly takes her place in her corner.]
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WHEN THE LINE FROZE, WHAT DID I SEE
A BAD MOTHERFUCKER STANDING NEXT TO ME
WITH HIS EYES CLOSE, TOLD HE CAN’T SEE
TRYNA FOLLOWS ORDERS, JUST GONE AND BE FREE
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[As the opening guitar riff to "Bad Motherfucker" by Machine Gun Kelly rips over the speakers Cristian Bonanno walks towards the ring with purpose blowing by extended hands reaching out for high fives.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the following bout is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Light Heavyweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a wrestler with a record of 0-0. She stands at 6’3” and weighing in at 262 pounds. She is from Wrexham, Wales, she is “The Demon Queen" Aeron Roberts!
[Aeron Roberts looks calm but knows she has a tough fight coming up. She steps out from the corner and raises a fist in the air before going back to bouncing in place.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And her opponent, fighting out of the red corner, a wrestler with a record of 0-0. He stands 6’1” and weighing in at 185 pounds. From Brooklyn, New York fighting out of Throne MMA, he is “Uccisore” Cristian Bonanno!
[Bonanno steps out from his corner and raises both arms in the air as the crowd cheers him on.]
DANTE REED
62% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Cristian Bonanno walks out victorious. The referee for this bout is Dusty Whittaker and he’s calling for the fight, and here we go!
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ROUND ONE
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[Aeron Roberts and Cristian Bonanno touch gloves in the center to get this fight started! Roberts instantly tries to bring the fight to the ground and Uccisore goes down. Aeron is in open guard over Uccisore. Bonanno measures the resilience of The Demon Queen's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Those hits are leaving hitches in The Demon Queen's side. Cristian tries to close his guard around The Demon Queen and succeeds! Bonanno tries to roll on the ground and a nice reversal puts him in full mount over Aeron Roberts!]
[The Demon Queen tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount! Cristian Bonanno doesn't want to lose his advantageous position and he struggles to maintain the full mount. The Demon Queen shows no signs of slowing down, she’s in great shape. Roberts tries to roll on the ground but Bonanno knows how to keep his advantage. Bonanno delivers a few accurate elbows! The Demon Queen is being hit hard and tries to escape and has to give her back! The Demon Queen has Uccisore controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape and Bonanno doesn’t move under Aeron’s control.]
[Cristian’s cornermen are shouting for him to stand up. Aeron Roberts is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground. Roberts doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet. She moves fast and now is standing. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision. Bonanno comes in and launches a stiff jab that barely hits The Demon Queen's face but it seems like one finger has poked her eye! Does the referee see that? Dusty Whittaker has seen that! Dusty Whittaker halts the fight to give The Demon Queen time to recover. Aeron seems to be ready to fight again. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.]
DANTE REED
That looked inadvertent to me, I don’t know that Bonanno will be penalized for that.
[The Demon Queen is holding Cristian Bonanno's right leg trying to take him down. Cristian Bonanno shows great balance while pushing Roberts away. Roberts is holding Bonanno's left leg again and Bonanno loses balance and goes to the ground. Aeron Roberts is in side mount over Cristian Bonanno tries a kimura but Uccisore breaks the lock. Roberts hooks Bonanno’s left leg and sits back for a kneebar! Cristian manages to kick The Demon Queen away and scrambles on top! Aeron gets sloppy and Cristian tries to take advantage, testing the resilience of Aeron's ribs with a couple of big punches from the guard. Those hits are leaving hitches in The Demon Queen's side.]
[Roberts tries to stand up but Bonanno doesn't allow her! Roberts is trying to cool the fight down on the ground. Bonanno lands a couple of big punches from guard. Aeron Roberts goes for a keylock but Cristian breaks free! Bonanno launches a few punches to The Demon Queen's cheek from the guard. Those punches sure are annoying because The Demon Queen tries to cover her face. Dusty Whittaker has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.]
[Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. Bonanno studies his opponent looking for a hole in her defense. Roberts goes with a looping right hand while Cristian jumps back and jabs. The Demon Queen seems staggered and Bonanno runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses. The Demon Queen's left cheek is beginning to swell, there is a small laceration on Roberts's left cheek! Cristian attempts a sweep single and catches Roberts' far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Bonanno who is now in closed guard over The Demon Queen. Bonanno storms over The Demon Queen with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows! Uccisore doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Aeron's face with his elbows! The fight is looking awfully one sided. The Demon Queen tries to stand up, but he doesn't allow her!]
DANTE REED
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Cristian Bonanno can end the fight with his ground and pound.
[Bonanno launches a barrage of elbows over The Demon Queen's face! Those elbows may finish the fight soon if she doesn't fight back! That punishment by Bonanno has left Roberts staggered!]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Cristian Bonanno should try push forward now and finish this!
[The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.]
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ROUND TWO
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[The Demon Queen stumbles backwards and Cristian Bonanno launches aggressively over his opponent throwing some wild punches! Roberts is knocked down after a couple of punches, hitting the mat hard! Is she out? She shows signs of defending herself and after a stalemate, Dusty Whittaker orders both fighters back to their feet.]
DANTE REED
That flurry combo by Cristian Bonanno has left Aeron Roberts hurt! Bonanno should try push forward now and finish this!
[Aeron Roberts continues to bleed from a cut to her eyebrow. It could be affecting her vision. Roberts attempts a sweep single but Bonanno was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt. Cristian Bonanno looks to counter! Cristian Bonanno fakes a punch and launches himself over into a clinch and pushes Roberts against the cage. Cristian tries to shrug his way out of the clinch. Uccisore circles out and slips free of Roberts' grip.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Nice job of getting out of that position.
[Uccisore looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Aeron’s punches but then The Demon Queen is on the receiving end of a great combo.Roberts fakes a punch and shoots a takedown but Bonanno sprawls and remains on his feet. Aeron Roberts continues to bleed from that cut, it could be affecting her vision. Uccisore dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook that almost lifts The Demon Queen from the ground! The frightening power of Cristian Bonanno has left The Demon Queen sleeping peacefully on the canvas! Dusty Whittaker calls for a stop on this fight!]
DANTE REED
Devastating right hook that lands clean and this on is all over!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Cristian Bonanno just dominated that fight! Incredible strength and resilience!
[The crowd is roaring with excitement as Bonanno celebrates his victory. Doctors tend to Roberts for a moment before helping her back up to her feet. After doctors and cutmen finish their work, the two fighters meet in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Dusty Whittaker has called for a stop in this fight at 1 minute 2 seconds of the second round for your winner by knockout, “Uccisore” Cristian Bonanno!
DANTE REED
Excellent performance by the Throne MMA prospect!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Getting that first win in these round robins are important. It’ll alleviate a little pressure for Bonanno during his second contest. Congrats to both of these fighter on a hard fought fight!
[The crowd cheers as Bonanno has his hand raised in victory. Both fighters embrace with a handshake and say a few words to each other that isn’t audible before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Cristian Bonanno by KO (Hook) at 1:02 Round 2
Statistics: Aeron Roberts
Punches 0/2 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/5 (40%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 216 s
Statistics: Cristian Bonanno
Punches 10/15 (67%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 19/26 (73%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 216 s
DANTE REED
The Demon Queen had some absorbing moments and she contributed to the enjoyment of the people here at the UIC Pavilion. Fans tonight will not regret paying for this ticket.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Uccisore's awesome performance was worth the money. I can’t wait to see this guy in action again! This is definitely a fight I would show people if I wanted to create new fans!
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IN THE CROWD
[Returning from commercial, the cameras pan all throughout the crowd in this wild night so far.]
DANTE REED
Welcome back ladies and gentlemen to UGP #1 on the Battleground Network. Looking out to our sold out crowd, and we couldn't help but notice Real Killas MMA CFO Phoenix is in the house tonight! Without her help, Daniel Fisk may not have been able to branch out from Slaughterhouse LA and become their own brand. Big ups to her for investing in one of the best training camps in the country!
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YOUR REIGN ON THE TOP WAS SHORT LIKE LEPRECHAUNS
AS I CRUSH SO-CALLED WILLIES, THUGS, AND RAPPER-DONS
GET IN THAT ASS, QUICK FAST, LIKE RAMADAN
IT’S THAT RAP PHENOMENON DON-DADDA
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["Kick in the Door" by Notorious B.I.G. thumps over the loudspeaker and “The Lion” Ferdinand Diao emerges to the stage wearing his gold and white walkout fight kit with crew members from his camp following behind. Diao burrows his head down while slowly creeping down the aisle. He makes it to cageside where he is checked up on by the fight official. Once cleared, he climbs up the steps and calmly takes his place in his corner.]
DANTE REED
Derrick La’Bell is a young prospect from the Big Apple who’s hungry and looking to breakthrough on the big stage. Some have called him a prodigy who’s spent time in both the squared circle and the octagon on a smaller stage. Tonight he gets his first shot at making a name for himself!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
La’Bell is a genetic freak! Pushing the 265 limit and he doesn’t have an ounce of fat on him! He’s definitely a powerhouse, but with all of that weight on a six foot frame, he can gas easily if the fight goes the limit, which at times gets him in trouble. LEt’s see if things goes the distance and whether or not he can conserve his energy while also keeping a high tempo.
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HOLD UP, SON, WORD
YEAH, TO ALL THE KILLERS AND A HUNDRED DOLLAR BILLAS
FOR REAL NIGGAS WHO AIN’T GOT NO FEELINGS
CHECK IT OUT NOW
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[“Shook Ones Part II” by Mobb Deep plays throughout the arena. “Long Island Strong” Derrick La’Bell slowly makes his way out while bouncing to keep warm in his black and white walkout fight kit. Just behind him, guards and his corner follow his lead towards the octagon. La’Bell doesn’t show much emotion as he makes it to cageside and gets checked by the bout official. Once cleared, he stomps up the steps and heads straight to his corner, shadow boxing along the way.]
DANTE REED
Traveling from across the Atlantic, Ferdinand Diao is also another powehouse pushing the 265 pound weight limit. Coming from Senegal, Diao is looking to reach that international level of recognition and competition. He’s a quiet, humble fighter who doesn’t usually partake in the trash talk aspect of the sport.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
And you know, the trash talk doesn’t get to him either. He stays focused on what’s ahead of him. The guy hits like a Mack truck, and his conditioning is scary good, especially for a heavyweight. The guy’s got an iron chin, but he will also eat punches and kicks rather than trying to fend them off, which can be very costly.
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the following bout is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Heavyweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a wrestler and striker with a record of 0-0. He stands at 6’3” and weighing in at 262 pounds. He is from Dakar, Senegal fighting out of Team Brutal, he is “The Lion” Ferdinand Diao!
[Diao steps out from the corner and raises a fist in the air before going back to bouncing in place.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And his opponent, fighting out of the red corner, disciplined in boxing, wrestling, and kickboxing with a record of 0-0. He stands 6’ even and weighing in at 265 pounds. From Uniondale, Long Island, New York fighting out of Slaughterhouse New York, he is “Long Island Strong” Derrick La’Bell!
[La’Bell steps out from his corner and raises both arms in the air as the crowd cheers him on.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
I’m excited here, Dante. Our first Heavyweight fight of the night, we’re about to see some fireworks! 65% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Derrick La’Bell walks out victorious.
DANTE REED
The referee for this bout is Senior Official Herschel Warden and he’s calling for the fight, and here we go!
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ROUND ONE
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[The two big men waste no time and close the distance and touch gloves in a sign of mutual respect. “The Lion” leads with a punch but Derrick La'Bell avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut! Derrick La'Bell goes with an overhand right while Ferdinand Diao jumps back and jabs.
Diao seems staggered and La'Bell runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses. La’Bell finishes off with a low kick to maintain his distance that hits Diao's ankle.]
[Diao launch a perfectly timed haymaker that lands on Long Island Strong's face like a cannonball! A quick right hand from Derrick La'Bell surprises The Lion! Derrick La'Bell just won't stop and continues to rain punches, The Lion may be in trouble! Derrick La'Bell looks fresh and focused and has a lot of gas in his tank.]
[Derrick La'Bell drops his level feinting a takedown and springs back up with an uppercut that cleanly lands on the button! Ferdinand Diao folds like a lawn chair and he’s out cold! Warden steps in to protect Diao and waves off the fight!]
DANTE REED
It’s all over! Derrick La’Bell ends ends this one early with an absolute thundering uppercut!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Beautiful technique to fake the takedown and get Diao to drop his hands just long enough to come flying in with the knockout strike!
[The crowd is roaring with excitement as La’Bell celebrates his victory. Doctors tend to Diao for a moment before helping him back up to his feet. After doctors and cutmen finish their work, the two fighters meet in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Herschel Warden has called for a stop in this fight at 1 minute 33 seconds of the very first round for your winner by knockout, “Long Island Strong” Derrick La’Bell!
DANTE REED
Unbelievable! I guess there is no need to question your conditioning if you can knock the guy out in under two minutes.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Hey if you can get by with results like that, that topic doesn’t even need to be brought up! Big win by La’Bell tonight as he gets the first victory in the Heavyweight Championship Round Robin.
[The crowd cheers as La’Bell has his hand raised in victory. Both fighters embrace with a bro hug and say a few words to each other that isn’t audible before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Derrick La'Bell by KO (Punch) at 1:33 Round 1
Statistics: Ferdinand Diao
Punches 1/2 (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 0 s
Statistics: Derrick La'Bell
Punches 10/14 (71%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
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
DANTE REED
Great execution and performance by Derrick La'Bell tonight. He read the fight perfectly and wasn't afraid of engaging.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Tough break for Ferdinand Diao, but he still has his chance to rebound and get in the hunt for the Heavyweight Title.
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AS I WALK THROUGH THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH
I TAKE A LOOK AT MY LIFE AND REALIZE THERE’S NOTHIN’ LEFT
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[“Gangsta’s Paradise” by Coolio begins to play throughout the arena. The lights abruptly turn off all at once as the music continues to play. Seemingly hundreds of camera flashes begin lighting up the darkened arena then suddenly the curtain is thrown back and Robb Daniels and his wife Lauren and corner crew emerge on the main stage. Robb wears a very serious look upon his face in his black and green walkout fight kit as he heads down the center of the ramp with his wife and crew in tow.]
DANTE REED
Robb Daniels is double dipping in the Battleground Network, as the Seattle Pro Majority Owner makes his official debut here in Union GP! The grizzled veteran steps into the octagon looking to explore a new venture and is known to do whatever it takes to win.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
He’s been known to bend the rules to it’s breaking point, but that doesn’t fly here in UGP. Robb is a well rounded competitor, specializing in the submission game. However when he’s on the ground he tends to get careless and at times can put him in danger.
[Robb Daniels gets checked out by the official standing cageside to ensure he is fit to fight and legal for action. He steps in the cage and shadow boxes along the way towards his corner.]
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LIGHTS OUT
YOU’RE TALKING TOO LOUD
SO JUST SHUT YOUR MOUTH
WHO THE FUCK ARE YOU NOW
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[“Lights Out” by Hollywood Undead blares over the loudspeaker and Seth Daniels pops out of the curtain and onto the stage wearing his green and black walkout fight kit with his crew following behind. As Daniels walks down the ramp, he waves to the fans reaching over the barricade, then jokingly gives them the finger.]
DANTE REED
Seth Daniels returns to action, but not in the squared circle. He’s looking to simply dish out some punishment and not worry about all the theatrics that goes along with pro wrestling. This guy loves to talk trash and get inside his opponents head as often as possible, but when he steps in that cage, he flips a switch and it’s go time!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Daniels is a phenomenal striker, both standing and on the ground and has a very solid defensive game. He prefers to keep the fight standing and at a distance because he oftentimes gets overpowered in the clinch. He’s a very aggressive fighter but can’t lose sight of his strategy and get himself in trouble.
[Seth Daniels strips down and gets checked out the referee before bear crawling his way up the steps into the octagon and doing a little showboating routine before heading to his corner.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the following bout is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Junior Heavyweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a wrestler with a record of 0-0. He stands at 6’3” and weighing in at 225 pounds. He is from Los Angeles, California fighting out of Squire Merlot Wrestling Academy, he is “The Headliner” Robb Daniels!
[Robb Daniels looks at the ground while he bounces around to keep loose and controls his breathing.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And his opponent, fighting out of the red corner, a Kickboxer with a record of 0-0. He stands 6’2” and weighing in at 225 pounds. From Phoenix, Arizona fighting out of Throne MMA, he is “Your Drug of Choice” Seth Daniels!
[Seth Daniels looks comfortable as he stops shadow boxing and raises his right hand high in the air acknowledging the crowd.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
This has become one of the more anticipated fights on the card as tensions between the two quickly built up. 53% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Robb Daniels walks out victorious.
DANTE REED
The referee for this Junior Heavyweight bout is Jordan Ripley. JR checks off with each man one last time and this fight is underway!
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ROUND ONE
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[The Headliner moves backwards and Seth Daniels is asking him if he came today for fighting or running. Robb looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Seth Daniels' punches. The Headliner measures the resilience of Seth's chin with an uppercut while “Your Drug of Choice” lands some great crosses. Robb counters the counter with a quick hook!]
DANTE REED
Great shot there by the Seattle Pro owner!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Seth has reasons to be worried. Looks like his legs got a little wobbly there.
[Robb jumps over his opponent and tries to close a flying triangle! You can see the pain reflected in Seth's eyes as he’s able to wiggle out. Seth now sprawls back and leaps forward, launching his opponent against the mat. The two stand back up in the neutral position.]
DANTE REED
Robb tried to catch Seth napping with that flying triangle attempt, but Seth was able to escape.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Seth could have been in a world of hurt if Robb locked that in.
[As the two keep moving to gain some better positioning, a shovel hook by Robb Daniels
tags Seth right on the nose and there is a visible cut on the bridge. Robb tries backing away to gain some distance, but Seth follows him closely only to get counter punched in a big way!]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Seth needs to stop playing Robb’s game or he's gonna get knocked out!
[Seth Daniels goes for a looping right hand while Robb Daniels jumps back and jabs. The Headliner seems to be wobbling and Seth Daniels runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses. The Headliner looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Seth Daniels' punches. Seth is now on the receiving end of a great combo attack by Robb.]
[Seth Daniels makes a desperation move to free himself from the flurry of strikes with a lightning fast low kick to the knee! His foot smacks loudly against the knee and it looks like The Headliner hyperextended his leg! Seth shows no signs of slowing down, looking in great shape in his return to competition. Some nice shots from Seth Daniels connect clean that stun The Headliner. Robb Daniels’ forehead looks a bit swollen after the punishing blows.]
[Robb tries to backpedal out of harm’s way, but Seth stays on him and stops him with a low kick then faster than a blinking eye, he follows up with a high kick to the chin! Robb stumbles back and a furious flurry of punches from Seth puts The Headliner in a world of hurt! Referee Jordan Ripley is asking The Headliner to defend himself! Jordan Ripley jumps in between the fighters and put an end to this bout!]
DANTE REED
Seth Daniels fires away with heavy hands in rapid succession and Jordan Ripley had seen enough and calls for the stoppage!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Incredible aggressiveness by Seth to not let up there. Robb looks disappointed at the stoppage, but these officials are out there to protect these fighters from any unnecessary damage.
[The crowd is roaring with excitement asSeth Daniels celebrates his victory. Doctors tend to Robb for a moment before helping him back up to his feet. After a few minutes of chaos going around the cage, the two fighters meet in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Jordan Ripley has called a stop in this fight at 2 minute 2 seconds of the very first round for your winner by technical knockout, “Your Drug of Choice” Seth Daniels!
[The crowd cheers as Seth Daniels has his hand raised in victory. Both fighters give an awkward, half-assed fist bump after weeks of mad trash talk before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Seth Daniels by TKO (Punches) at 2:02 Round 1
Statistics: Robb Daniels
Punches 7/9 (78%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Seth Daniels
Punches 15/21 (71%)
Kicks 3/3 (100%)
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
DANTE REED
Impressive victory for Seth Daniels here tonight as he advances to the semifinals and will face Roscoe Robinson!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
That’s going to be a brutal match-up between Daniels and Robinson after seeing both of them earning impressive wins tonight. Gotta feel for Robb tonight though, he showed flashes of great work. But in a ref stoppage, all you can do it take it and move on.
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REVENGE!
I’M SCREAMING REVENGE AGAIN
WRONG!
I’VE BEEN WRONG FOR FAR TOO LONG
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[“Mouth for War” by Pantera blares over the loudspeaker and Hailey McIntyre emerges to the stage wearing her black and gray walkout fight kit with crew members from her camp following behind. Hailey has a scowling fierce look on her face as she slowly prowls down the aisle. She makes it to cageside where she is checked up by the fight official. Once she’s cleared, she races up the steps and jogs around the cage a couple times before staying out in her corner.]
DANTE REED
Hailey McIntyre is one of the several professional wrestlers making the move to cage fighting here in UGP. The Seattle native first served in the military before stepping in the squared circle with much success. Now she’s looking for the next big challenge, stepping in the octagon to try and continue her winning ways.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
McIntyre is an absolute workhorse in the gym and in the ring, so I can’t say that she won’t be the hardest working fighter in the octagon either. Her best attributes are her submission skills and the ability to defend on several different levels.
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DON’T NEED NO FALSE REASONS FOR WHY I’M OUT OF PLACE
I DON’T GOOSE STEP FOR THE MASQUERADE
I DON’T SCREAM AND TWIST JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT
I’VE POISONED BLOOD WHEN I’M PISSED
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["Babylonian Gorgon" by The Bags plays throughout the arena. The Black Rose steadily makes her way out and keeps right on trucking. She sporadically looks out to the crowd as she keeps her pace, mentally taking it all in. ]
DANTE REED
A member of Real Killas MMA, Hanako Takeuchi is also a professional wrestler transitioning over to the world of MMA. She’s no stranger however, as she’s currently the IJPW Shoot Crown Champion, which can be viewed right here on the Battleground Network.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Her striking skills are world renowned and it’s no secret she maximizes her reach advantage towards her shorter opponents. Her offense is somewhat one dimensional, but she’s one of the best in the world. That’s something to keep an eye though, if McIntyre can defend those strikes, she may be in trouble .
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the following is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Cruiserweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, disciplined in Krav Maga, Wrestling, and Kenpo Karate with a record of 0-0. She stands at 5’8” and weighing in at 155 pounds. She is from Seattle, Washington fighting out of RAW Graps Gym, she is “The Rising Phoenix” Hailey McIntyre!
[Hailey steps out from her corner and raises a Fist in the air before going back to bouncing in place.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And her opponent, fighting out of the red corner, disciplined in Muay Thai, Boxing, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with a record of 0-0. She stands 5’11” and weighing in at 136 pounds. From Kamagasaki, Osaka, Japan fighting out of Real Killas MMA, she is “The Black Rose” Hanako Takeuchi!
[Takeuchi makes no acknowledgement as she stays locked in on McIntyre from across the octagon.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Both of these women looks focused and fierce, Dante. This is going to be killer!
DANTE REED
The referee for this bout is Bear Rivers. He checks off with Hailey and Hanako one last time and this fight is underway!
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ROUND ONE
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[The Rising Phoenix and The Black Rose move forward as the referee signals the beginning of the fight! Hailey and Hanako close the distance and circle around to gain positioning. Hanako extends her arms out a few times, pawing with her hands to calculate her reach. Hailey bats her hands down each time as she circles in to try and stay close. Then out of nowhere, The Black Rose launches a brutal snap high kick and her shin cracks Hailey in the eye! You could hear the impact from the back seats! Hailey McIntyre drops straight to her back and can't continue the fight! Bear Rivers waves off the fight and the crowd explodes!]
DANTE REED
Oh my god! Hailey McIntyre just got caught!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
She’s hurt! She’s out! This one’s over ladies and gentlemen!
[The crowd is still roaring with excitement into cheers as Hanako gets bombarded by her corner crew. Doctors tend to McIntyre for a while before helping her to her feet. After doctors and cutmen finish their work, the two fighters meet in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Bear Rivers has called for a stop in this fight at 25 seconds of the very first round for your winner by knockout, “The Black Rose” Hanako Takeuchi!
DANTE REED
I can’t believe what I’m seeing here. Hailey McIntyre just ate a monster head kick right out of the gates and it was lights out from there.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
We just spoke about how Takeuchi is known the world over as a striking artist, and this right here just erases any shadow of a doubt! Unbelievable!
[The crowd cheers as Hanako has her hand raised in victory. Both fighters embrace with a hug and say a few words to each other that isn’t audible before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Hanako Takeuchi by Knockout (Head Kick) at 0:25 Round 1
Statistics: Hailey McIntyre
Punches 0/0 (0%)
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: Hanako Takeuchi
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
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
DANTE REED
Takeuchi takes this in stunning fashion, not even breaking a sweat tonight.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
It’s every fighter’s worst nightmare to get caught like that. I’m sure Hailey will rebound from this. Right now she’s got to be upset. We could expect to see The Black Rose and Rising Phoenix in more fights down the road.
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YOU MADE YOUR CHOICE
I’LL TAKE MY STAND
YOUR LIFE STORY IN MY BLOODSTAINED HANDS
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[Xabier Belazco comes out and stops at the entrance. He closes his eyes and takes in the noise of the audience and the the feel of the moment. He opens his eyes to an intense stare at the cage, never letting his gaze stray as he walks down. He bows down before entering the cage, and places a fist on the mat before entering.]
DANTE REED
Xabier Belazco is a member of the notorious Real Killas MMA camp, but he is one of the few who is a bit more reserved. He has been making a name for himself on the big stage in other promotions recently, so for him to advance in the Cruiserweight tournament would be a big stepping stone for him.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
And to do it against an opponent like Lux Forte? That’d be huge! His skill set is a nightmare matchup for Lux. He loves the submission game and is deceptively strong for his size and can control the tempo and direct where the fight goes.
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WATCH YOUR TONGUE OR HAVE IT CUT FROM YOUR HEAD
SAVE YOUR LIFE BY KEEPING WHISPERS UNSAID
CHILDREN ROAM THE STREETS NOW ORPHANS OF WAR
BODIES HANGING IN THE STREETS TO ADORE
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[Lux steps out to the crowd with a smirk on her lips, the hood of her black sweatshirt pulled over her blonde hair. She slaps hands and bumps fists on her way down the aisle but never breaks focus from the cage.]
DANTE REED
Lux Forte has been making waves recently with her return to MMA. She has been building up some momentum in other promotions and is looking to do the same here in Union GP en route to becoming the first UGP Cruiserweight Champion.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Lux has the combat pedigree, growing up in the boxing world with her father Liam Forte being a successful boxer in the 90s. With her return back to the cage, she has honed her skills to become a dominating striker. However her ground game is suspect and at times can be overpowered, something she will have to keep in mind as she fights the bigger and better submission specialist Xabier Belazco.
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the following bout is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Cruiserweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a boxer and disciplined BJJ artist with a record of 0-0. He stands at 5’7” and weighing in at 155 pounds. He is from San Diego, California , fighting out of Real Killas MMA, he is “The Black Knight”
[Xabier steps out from the corner and raises a fist in the air before going back to bouncing in place.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And his opponent, fighting out of the red corner, disciplined in BJJ, Muay Thai, and Krav Maga with a record of 0-0. She stands 5’6” and weighing in at 130 pounds. From New Orleans, Louisiana, fighting out of Slaughterhouse Oahu, she is “The Voodoo Queen” Lux Forte!
[Forte steps out from her corner and raises both arms in the air as the crowd cheers her on.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
I’m excited to see this one unfold. I think whoever can catch the other off guard will win this fight. Can Belazco catch Forte in a submission, or can she catch him with a powerful strike? I’m ready to find out! 61% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Xabier Belazco walks out victorious.
DANTE REED
The referee for this bout is Jordan Ridley and he’s calling for the fight! This bout is underway!
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ROUND ONE
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[The Voodoo Queen decides to launch some tentative punches, Lux Forte takes the best of a brief punching exchange.Forte wants to take the fight to her advantage and tries to clinch. She moves forward and holds The Black Knight. Xabier pushes Lux away trying to keep the fight at striking range. She doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Belazco. Xabier looks to counter and locks up a guillotine with an arm in, Lux Forte brings Belazco down to the ground and pulls her head out. Lux is in closed guard over The Black Knight. Forte looks to posture up and open Belazco's guard and succeeds and then works to get in the half guard.]
DANTE REED
The Black Knight is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
[The Black Knight measures the resilience of The Voodoo Queen's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard. Lux Forte tries to finish early with a leg lock but he escapes. Lux moves in open guard over The Black Knight and fakes a move and then tries a kneebar! Belazco rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes. The Black Knight is trying to counter now, he tries an armbar from the bottom but Forte slips out quickly and counters back with a keylock but Belazco slips out!]
[Lux Forte is in side mount now over Belazco. Xabier attempts to trap Lux in his guard and manages to switch to a half guard. Lux Forte tries to free her leg and moves quickly to full mount! Belazco tries to turn in and scramble out but Forte timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine! Belazco slips his head out and manages to gain top control.]
[Xabier Belazco is in open guard over Forte and she tries to close her guard around and succeeds! She tries to roll on the ground and is now in full mount over Belazco! Forte catches Belazco's left arm and tries a kimura that looks tight!]
DANTE REED
That kimura from Lux Forte appears to be unbreakable! Belazco could be in big trouble here!
[Belazco holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free. He rolls to his side and moves to half guard. Lux isolates Belazco's right arm looking for an armbar but he manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Lux Forte lost her dominant position.]
[Belazco is in open guard over Forte and fakes some punches. Lux ties him up and is trying to counter! She reaches under and rolls for a kneebar but nothing doing as he blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize closed guard over Voodoo Queen. The Black Knight uses some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard and jumps to side mount! The crowd is cheering him on!]
DANTE REED
The Black Knight has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
[Short punches from Belazco. They're bothering Lux but not inflicting any damage. Lux reaches under and rolls for a kneebar! Xabier blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard. Before Belazco can mount any offense, the buzzer sounds and Jordan Ripley tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.]
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ROUND TWO
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[Lux Forte fakes a strike and moves laterally. She looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Belazco's punches. The Black Knight is on the receiving end of a great combo by The Voodoo Queen. A wicked punch by Lux Forte rocks The Black Knight!]
DANTE REED
Superb haymaker by Voodoo Queen that lands on The Black Knight's face like a cannonball!
[Brutal combination from Lux Forte! The Black Knight is in a bad way, his legs look wobbly! The Voodoo Queen moves forward looking for some action. She surprises The Black Knight with a double overhooks! Lux Forte launches a rapid series of punches taking The Black Knight from one end of the cage to the other! There is a small laceration on Belazco's right eye. Solid kick to the leg from Lux Forte that visibly pains The Black Knight. She feints and moves forward to hit with a hook!]
DANTE REED
What a crushing shot!
[Lux Forte's mind is definitely in the fight, The Black Knight just got nailed! Forte saw an opening and delivered a big right hand. Wow! The Black Knight is going to have a headache after this one. A furious flurry of punches from Lux Forte just misses Belazco and he looks to counter! He fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut that lands on The Voodoo Queen's chin! Belazco throws a fast combo until Forte ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! The Black Knight swings again, only to get countered once more! The Black Knight is looking bad here!]
[Xabier Belazco continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision. A furious flurry of punches from Lux Forte puts The Black Knight in a world of hurt! Xabier Belazco's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes. Voodoo Queen launches a furious hook that hits The Black Knight's chin like a wrecking ball! The Black Knight loses balance and goes to the mat!]
[The Voodoo Queen is standing while The Black Knight is on the ground on his back. Xabier continues to bleed from that cut.Voodoo Queen launches a kick to The Black Knight's thigh with a loud pop! Lux launches a kick to Belazco's thigh but he checks that kick! Lux launches another kick to the thigh with a loud snap! Lux Forte steps back and allows The Black Knight to get back to his feet. Pulverizing punch to The Black Knight's head! Lux Forte launches a rapid series of punches taking The Black Knight from one end of the cage to the other.]
[Forte decides to launch some tentative punches and The Black Knight launches a couple of jabs that are answered back by Forte with a stiff cross! Solid exchange! The Black Knight follows Lux Forte only to get counter punched in a big way!]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
The Black Knight needs to stop playing Lux Forte's game or he'll get knocked out!
[Lux throws a one-two combo then fakes a move to fire a big right hand on the chin! The strikes hit home! Belazco is a bloody mess! Lux looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Belazco's punches. She measures the resilience of his chin with an uppercut while Xabier lands some great crosses.]
[Lux Forte closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action. Belazco throws a lazy kick and Forte dodges and fires an uppercut that almost puts him into orbit! Forte launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook! The Black Knight blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on his cheek! He stumbles and the falls to the mat!]
DANTE REED
Lux Forte is lighting Belazco up right now!
[Forte is standing while Xabier is on the ground on his back. She launches a kick to his thigh and then a soccer kick to the head! He’s in trouble! The Voodoo Queen is standing while The Black Knight is on the ground on his back. Forte holds his head on the ground and connects with a hard soccer kick… And another kick to his thigh now. Finally Lux creates space and allows Xabier to stand up and he is on his feet again. Lux launches a furious low kick that lands as soon as Xabier gets to his feet! She follows it up with a good front kick and he stumbles backwards after that one!]
[The Black Knight stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Forte is coming in again! Superb haymaker by The Voodoo Queen that lands on the button! Lux Forte tries to show her boxing skills with a one-two combo and those punches are landing clean.]
DANTE REED
Not a desirable position Belazco is in right now. Lux Forte is well known for her strong and relentless ground and pound. An overhand right from Lux Forte that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall! Bang! The Black Knight's stops that one with his face! How is The Black Knight standing?!
[Lux Forte has found an opening in the defense of The Xabier, launching a big hook, Bang! That could break The Black Knight's ribs. The Black Knight's right eye is bruised after the punishment he's received! The ref steps in and stops the action. The round is over. It seems that the cutman have some work to do with Belazco.]
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ROUND THREE
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[Lux Forte steps in and decides to launch some tentative punches and Belazco tries to fend her off with a couple of jabs. Solid exchange! Forte leads with a punch, Belazco evades but whiffs with a counter. The Black Knight misses a step and Lux Forte sees an opportunity to counter him! Forte moves forward looking for some grappling action, amd has his opponent in a textbook double collar thai clinch!]
[Forte pushes Belazco against the fence and begin a relentless combination of punches. The crowd is on their feet! Xabier cannot escape Forte's clinch! Forte is just brutalizing The Black Knight with punches time and time again! The Black Knight can't take many more shots like this! The Black Knight's left cheek is bruised after the punishment he's received! There is a small laceration on Xabier Belazco's cheek. Belazco pushes away Forte, trying to keep the fight at striking range. Lux Forte tries to shrug his way out of the clinch. She circles out and slips free of Belazco's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.]
[Forte throws a one-two combo then fakes a move to fire a big right hand on the chin! The strikes hit home! Belazco follows Lux Forte only to get counter punched in a big way! The Black Knight needs to stop playing Forte's game or he'll get knocked out! Lux has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent. You can see Xabier's blood making stains on the mat. The two exchange wildly all of a sudden, connecting with a few punches.]
[Forte launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook! Belazco blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on his cheek! The Black Knight stumbles and the falls to the mat! Lux is standing while Belazco is on the ground on his back. She steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily. Belazco's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes. Lux moves backwards and gestures for Xabier to stand up and he does.]
[The two exchange wildly both landing but without much steam behind the shots. Lux Forte has found an opening in the defense of Belazco, launching a big hook! That could break Belazco's ribs.Lux has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent. Forte goes with a looping right hand while Xabier jumps back and jabs. Belazco seems foggy and Forte runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.]
DANTE REED
This is becoming brutal to watch! Lux is in absolute total control, but Belazco hasn’t given up just yet!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
All it takes it one clean shot, Dante. If he’s still conscious he’s still in it!
[The Voodoo Queen is one of those women capable of pounding you into oblivion! Xabier Belazco continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision. A shot seen throughout the arena with crowd in pandemonium. The Black Knight stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Lux Forte is coming in again! Lux Forte has found an opening in the defense of The Black Knight, launching a big uppercut and Belazco is wobbling! Belazco follows Lux only to get counter punched in a big way! Forte looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Belazco's punches. Lux steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily, she seems tired. Forte jumps in the air and tries a flying knee! Crushing shot! The Black Knight's mouthpiece flies out of his mouth!]
DANTE REED
Xabier Belazco has got to about finished. He is taking a beating!
[Lux Forte throws a looping right hand that lands on Belazco’s chin! That stops him in his tracks! Forte pushes Xabier and moves away from him. She seems to be catching her breath. Forte and Belazco engage in a wild exchange of punches! Lux Forte is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows and launches a stiff jab! Forte tries to take the action to her favourite field as she tries to grapple.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Great move by Lux Forte who pushes her opponent forward with a double underhooks.
[Nothing doing in the clinch, Forte circles out and slips free of Belazco's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position. She closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action. Forte and Belazco engage in a wild exchange of punches, both landing but without much steam behind the shots. The two step back to catch their breath. Lux is bruised up badly and Belazco is pouring buckets of blood still. We here the ten second warning, and the two nod their heads with an unspoken agreement and the two tee off with left and right punches in bunches without a single break! The crowd is rioting at this point as the buzzer finally sounds, marking the end of the round! The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner to a thunderous applause.]
DANTE REED
What. A. Fight! That was an absolute brutal war out there! These two left everything out there in the octagon!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Absolute banger of a fight! It’s going to the judges, let’s see how they score it!
[Doctors tend to Xabier to stop the bleeding and a second set of doctors check out Forte’s swelling. After doctors and cutmen finish their work, the two fighters meet in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the result of this fight come to a judge’s decision. The judges have scored it 30-27, 30-27, 30-27 for the winner by unanimous decision, “The Voodoo Queen” Lux Forte!
[The crowd cheers as Lux Forte has her hand raised in victory. Both fighters embrace with a hug and say a few words to each other that isn’t audible before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Lux Forte by Unanimous decision at 5:00 Round 3
Statistics: Xabier Belazco
Punches 19/34 (56%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 4/6 (67%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 336 s
Statistics: Lux Forte
Punches 105/131 (80%)
Kicks 12/13 (92%)
Clinch strikes 9/10 (90%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 248 s
DANTE REED
Lux Forte out on an absolute clinic here tonight. Her striking skills tonight will definitely leave everyone believing she is the frontrunner to win this tournament.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Got to give all the credit to Xabier Belazco though. This guy went to hell and back but never once gave up. This is a big character building type of fight, something Xabier will be able to use and improve himself on.
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WARRIOR!
♫
["Warrior" by Dead By April shreds over the loudspeaker and Kaelan Laughlin emerges to the stage wearing her Irish Flag colored walkout fight kit with crew members from her camp following behind. Laughlin burrows her head down while slowly walking down the aisle. She makes it to cageside where she is checked up on by the fight official. Once cleared, she climbs up the steps and calmly takes her place in her corner.]
DANTE REED
Another professional wrestler making the move to the cage, Laughlin is one of the most recognizable names here tonight. In the roughly year and a half long tenure she’s had in the squared circle, she’s accomplished a lot. She has mentioned she want to transition her affinity of submission wrestling to the octagon, so I expect to see her working the ground game
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
She has tremendous submission skills and a big heart that keeps her hungry and determined. But this is a whole new world for her so she has to try and minimize the mistakes.
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“GIMME YOUR APPLAUSE” BEGINS TO PLAY
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[As “Gimme Your Applause” by Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, & Christina Aguilera plays throughout the arena, Kenzi Grey slowly makes her way out while bouncing to keep warm in her black and gold walkout fight kit. Just behind her, guards and her corner crew follow her lead towards the octagon. Grey doesn’t show much emotion as she makes it to cageside and gets checked by the bout official. Once cleared, she races up the steps and heads straight to her corner, bobbing and weaving along the way.]
DANTE REED
Kenzi Grey loves to push herself and strive for new challenges and goals, and that was the major key for her to step inside the octagon. She’s never one to back down from a fight, and she is more than proving that to be the case here tonight.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Gotta give her all the credit to take the leap into the unknown. Kenzi has been relentlessly training for this moment and it’s going to be interesting to see what these two professional wrestlers can do!
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, the following bout is scheduled for three rounds in the UGP Cruiserweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a wrestler and disciplined BJJ artist with a record of 0-0. She stands at 5’6” and weighing in at 136 pounds. She is from Belfast, Northern Ireland, fighting out of Slaughterhouse Vegas, she is Kaelan Laughlin!
[Laughlin steps out from the corner and raises a fist in the air before going back to bouncing in place.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And her opponent, fighting out of the red corner, disciplined in Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Submission Grappling with a record of 0-0. She stands 5’2” and weighing in at 136 pounds. From Hollywood, California, fighting out of Tao Yuai Jigyo Kumiai, she is Kenzi Grey!
[Grey steps out from her corner and raises both arms in the air as the crowd cheers her on.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Both of these fighters have nearly identical measurements, so neither one gains any sort of advantage. This is going to be interesting! 64% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Kaelan Laughlin walks out victorious.
DANTE REED
The referee for this bout is Dusty Whittaker and he’s calling for the fight, and this one is underway!
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ROUND ONE
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[Grey and Laughlin move forward as the referee signals the beginning of the fight! Solid shot from Kaelan Laughlin to the body and Grey didn't like that. You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Kaelan Laughlin can end the fight with her ground and pound. Some counter punches against Kenzi Grey almost hit her as she moves away.]
[Both women continue circling around for some angles, and a bone shattering straight left hand from Kaelan Laughlin comes flying in! She steps in and a quick hook by Kaelan Laughlin parry’s off Grey's arms. Kenzi now feints a punch and shoots a takedown! Laughlin didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!]
[Kenzi Grey is in open guard over Laughlin. Kaelan tries to close her guard around Grey but is not able to do it. Kaelan tried again and succeeds in the second attempt. Kenzi is in closed guard over Laughlin and Laughlin is moving on the ground and Grey tries to counter Laughlin's moves on the ground and escapes from the closed guard! Kenzi is now in open guard and takes a second to breathe.]
DANTE REED
Great ground work by both of these fighters, showing some versatility in their strategy.
[Laughlin launches a few weak punches but Grey blocks them effectively. Kaelan then overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting maneuver but Grey is quick to pull her arm out of danger. Laughlin slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle! Grey cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount! The two work for positioning and Kaelan manages to switch to full guard. Laughlin quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar!]
DANTE REED
Kaelan is throwing everything at Kenzi right now!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
For a MMA rookie, Kaelan is showing off some great technique that keeping Kenzi guessing.
[Grey slips out of the amber attempt and backs away to avoid danger. Kenzi opts to go after her opponent and jumps inside Laughlin's guard. Kaelan didn't see that coming. Grey is in open guard over Laughlin now. Kaelan isolates an arm in a kimura attempt! Grey blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Laughlin's guard. After a while, referee Dusty Whittaker stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet and you can hear the cheers from the crowd.].
[Grey launches a kick but Laughlin avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook! Kaelan moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense.Kenzi launches a body shot but Kaelan evades. Kaelan looks a bit sluggish and not really protecting herself which allows a flurry of leg kicks from Kenzi Grey.]
[Grey finally grabs a kick and takes Kaelan down with a double leg and gets a full mount. Kenzi isolates Kaelan’s arm and neck, looking for an arm triangle but Kaelan stuffs it. The two tussle around a while trying to gain positioning before Laughlin pops her hips and gets to her feet. Kenzi pushes Laughlin down to prevent an escape. Kenzi tries again for a triangle choke but again Laughlin slips out of it and Kenzi now loses her top mount.]
[Kaelan gets in a closed guard over Grey, and tries to escape and Laughlin struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard! Kenzi tries to work her way out but Kaelan applies all her weight to keep her down. Kaelan Laughlin isolates Kenzi Grey's left arm looking for an armbar but Kenzi manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Laughlin lost her dominant position.Poorly executed technique, and Kenzi looks to counter now with a few weak punches to the ribs.
[Kaelan Laughlin is in half guard over Grey and goes for a keylock but Grey breaks free. Laughlin works to get a side mount but Grey wraps her leg around Kaelan’s leg and prevents her from moving. Grey is trying to counter now with a kimura! Laughlin blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Grey's guard. Dusty Whittaker finally stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.]
DANTE REED
Referee Dusty Whittaker didn’t see enough action on the ground and decided to take the fight standing.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Smart move on him.
[Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The fans who are watching this are cheering for the fighters. Nice low kick from Laughlin but Kenzi Grey stops it. Grey is trying to counter now! A bunch of leg kicks from Kenzi Grey are blocked by Laughlin. Laughlin avoids a dangerous strike from Grey and counters with a solid straight! A solid combination from Laughlin connects with Grey. Laughlin steps backwards away from Kenzi Grey. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit. Laughlin closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action. Both fighters circle around the center of the cage. Kaelan fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside. The buzzer sounds and referee Dusty Whittaker tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.]
DANTE REED
That was a close round there, hard to side with either one.
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ROUND TWO
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[The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage. Laughlin grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground but Grey stuffs the takedown attempt. Laughlin misses a step and Kenzi sees an opportunity to counter her! Grey wants to take the fight to her advantage and tries to clinch. Grey moves forward and holds Laughlin.]
[Both fighters are tied in a clinch. Laughlin tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Grey but she fails to take her down and both fighter are still standing. Kaelan shoots for a double leg takedown! Kenzi sprawls and manages to stay on her feet. Poorly executed technique. Kenzi Grey looks to counter! Big mistake from Kaelan Laughlin! Grey tries to finish her off with a rear naked choke! Grey is unable to lock that and Laughlin breaks free. Laughlin looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Kenzi's punches. Laughlin measures the resilience of Grey's chin with an uppercut while Grey lands some great crosses.]
DANTE REED
Tremendous strikes from Laughlin!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Great defense by Grey stuffing the takedowns! Those can wear down a fighter quicker than you think.
[Shovel hook by Kaelan Laughlin goes nowhere. Kenzi Grey paws at Laughlin. Laughlin swings ineffectively. Laughlin gets sloppy and Grey tries to take advantage by faking a punch and launching herself over Kaelan! Great move by Grey who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch.]
[Kenzi shoots and grab both of Laughlin's legs, attempting to take her down with a double leg. Grey lifted Laughlin off her feet and throws her on the mat! Kenzi is in open guard over Laughlin, but Laughlin switches to rubber guard! She holds Grey's head against her shin, wrapping her other leg over Grey's head! Grey struggles and breaks that gogoplata attempt!]
DANTE REED
Kaelan is showing quite an arsenal of submissions here! If she sinks one in deep, Kenzi may be in serious trouble!
[Kaelan Laughlin isolates an arm in a kimura attempt but Grey blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Laughlin's guard. Kenzi Grey is in half guard over Laughlin and Kaelan slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle! Kenzi Grey cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount! Laughlin attempts to trap Grey in her guard. Kenzi keeps control and remains in side mount. Dusty Whittaker stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.]
[Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The fans are cheering the fighters on! Some counter punches against Kenzi Grey almost hit her as she moves away. Grey moves backwards and Kaelan is asking her if he came today for fighting or running. Kaelan fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside. Laughlin looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Grey's punches and both fighters are wildly hitting the air!]
[Kenzi Grey shoots for a double leg takedown and hits it! Kaelan is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Grey into her guard. Laughlin launches a few weak punches but Grey blocks them effectively. Grey is now in closed guard and Laughlin tries to roll on the ground! Kenzi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground. Deep breaths from Kaelan who tries a hammer punch to Grey's ribs but she blocks those punches. Laughlin is moving on the ground and Grey tries to keep control. Kaelan shoots up and gets an arm around Grey's neck but Grey pushes Kaelan Laughlin back to the ground.]
[Kenzi is in closed guard over Laughlin and is looking to pass Laughlin's guard by getting her hips free and moves to half guard. Kaelan launches a few punches to Grey's cheek from the guard. Kenzi uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward. Dusty Whittaker stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.]
[Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. Kenzi Grey attempts a sweep single and catches Laughlin's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Grey. Laughlin quickly launches a few weak punches but Grey blocks them effectively. Grey tries to get some advantage after her opponent’s missed shots by breaking the closed guard and moving to half guard. The ref stops the action. The round is over.]
DANTE REED
That round was another toss up. Both women are giving everything they have!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
I am impressed by what I’m seeing here. These two do not look like rookies!
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ROUND THREE
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[Kaelan Laughlin circles around Grey and a solid shot from Kaelan lands to the body. Laughlin misses a step and Kenzi sees an opportunity to counter her! Grey grabs her opponent with a bear hug and drags her back down to the mat. Kenzi Grey is in open guard over Laughlin. Laughlin tries to close her guard around Grey but can’t do it. Laughlin switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle! Grey struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head out of the lock! Grey moves on the ground and gets a half guard.]
[Kaelan throws a triangle attempt again but Kenzi postures up and breaks the triangle. The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. Laughlin grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight back to the ground but fails. Kenzi Grey fakes a punch and clinches, pushing Laughlin against the cage. Kenzi tries for a takedown but can't get it and then decides to pull guard. Grey has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked. Laughlin is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Grey's ribs. Grey blocks Laughlin's strikes and tries to reverse the situation. Laughlin fails here and it's time for Kenzi to fight back! Grey tries to roll on the ground and a nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Kaelan! After a long stalemate, The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.]
[Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. Kaelan Laughlin fires an unorthodox punch to Grey's torso that goes wide. Nice low kick counter from Grey! Both fighters circle around the center of the cage and the two exchange wildly while Grey connects with a few punches. Laughlin tries to grapple but Grey moves aside keeping the fight a striking range.]
DANTE REED
Good movement from Laughlin who is bobbing and weaving.
[Kaelan closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.She fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut but Grey blocks and made it look easy! Grey is trying to counter now!
Grey wants to close the range and tries to grapple and secures a single collar tie. Both fighters are now tied in a clinch. Laughlin takes a break to breathe while holding Kenzi. Dusty Whittaker sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.]
[Kaelan Laughlin is measuring Grey with her jab but Grey isn't fazed. Laughlin looks for angles as she throws a few more jabs that are countered by Grey's punches and both fighters are wildly hitting the air! A punch from Laughlin gets blocked by Grey. Kenzi brings the fight to the ground
with a takedown and Laughlin’s ribs are getting hammered, they look bad! Kenzi is in open guard over Laughlin, Grey moves on the ground and gets to half guard.]
[Laughlin switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle! Grey struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock! Kenzi Grey hooks Laughlin's right leg and sits back for a kneebar! Laughlin struggles to free herself! Laughlin’s leg looks hyperextended! That Kneebar from Kenzi Grey appears to be unbreakable! Kaelan looks out to see the time and tries to hold on for the last minute of the round. She fights with everything she has left to escape or alleviate the pressure but it’s to no avail, she taps!]
DANTE REED
This one is all over!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Kaelan gets caught and couldn’t ride it out and taps with just fifteen seconds left in the fight! I can’t believe this!
[The crowd is roaring with excitement as Kenzi Grey celebrates her victory. Doctors tend to Laughlin for a moment before helping her back up to his feet. After doctors and cutmen finish their work, the two fighters meet in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Dusty Whittaker has called for a stop in this fight at 4 minute 50 seconds of the third and final round for your winner by submission, Kenzi Grey!
DANTE REED
This one is going to hurt for a while. Kaelan was just seconds away from going the distance but ultimately succumbed to that vicious kneebar!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
No doubt this will probably stick with her, but I’m confident this will only add fuel to her fire. She’s a fighter, a warrior. This isn’t a loss, but a lesson.
[The crowd cheers as Grey has her hand raised in victory. Both fighters embrace with a hug and say a few words to each other that isn’t audible before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Kenzi Grey by Submission (Kneebar) at 4:50 Round 3
Statistics: Kenzi Grey
Punches 12/14 (86%)
Kicks 4/7 (57%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/3 (67%)
Submissions 5/5 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 485 s
Statistics: Kaelan Laughlin
Punches 7/37 (19%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 0/3 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/18 (0%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 485 s
DANTE REED
Incredible performance by both fighters here tonight, but Kenzi will now enter the Cruiserweight Championship Tournament to face Annie Zellor while Laughlin will have to take the long road bacl and work her way up the rankings. This is the fight I would show people if I wanted to create new fans!
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ONE FINGER AND A FIST
I’LL CLAW MY WAY OUT OF ANY SITUATION
I GOT A ONE, TWO PUNCH
I’LL FIGHT MY WAY OUT OF ANY CONFRONTATION
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[One Finger and a Fist by Drowning Pool blasts over the loudspeaker and Shotgun Koa emerges to the stage wearing his blue and red walkout fight kit with crew members from his camp following behind. Koa has a stone cold stare in his eyes as he makes his way down the ramp. He makes it to cageside where he is checked up on by the fight official. Once cleared, he climbs up the steps and calmly takes his place in his corner.]
DANTE REED
Shotgun Koa is the oldest fighter here in Union GP, but he’s ready for this night. He’s old school in that he prefers to let his hands do the talking and save his breath for fighting.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
The man’s been around the block, and he has the knowledge and heart to prove it. This guy has cinder blocks for hands and have been known to be quite devastating for his opponents. But you can’t ignore the elephant in the room, can the 44 year old keep with with his opponent who’s just barely old enough to buy alcohol? We’re about to find out!
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I DON’T TALK I LEAD BY EXAMPLE
PUNCH HIM DOWN WHEN HE FALL GET TRAMPLED
I’M A BANDO COMMANDO SLASH RAMBO SLASH
WILL GET ON YOUR ASS FOR A BAG THOUGH
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[“Bando Commando” by Yavid plays throughout the arena and the crowd is on their feet. After a moment, Chicago’s own “Dog Face” Donnie Calabrese enters the building and the fans are going wild! Calabrese calmly walks down the ramp with a swagger that’s infectious. He doesn’t show much emotion, just bobbing his head to the beat of his music as he makes it to cageside and gets checked by the bout official. Once cleared, he climbs up the steps and heads straight to his corner, flexing for the cameras along the way.]
DANTE REED
And here comes the hometown hero, Donnie Calabrese! This young prospect is loaded with talent and potential. This is a monumental moment for the young to make his mark on the Heavyweight Division.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Listen, this guy is the new old school. He’s got that mentality that he’s stepping in the octagon with every intention on hurting someone. He’s got that silver tongue too and loves to play mind games with his opponents. If he can get his first victory in this round robin series tonight, I think that will set the standard and pace for the rest of the division.
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time for the main event of the evening! The following bout is scheduled for five rounds in the UGP Heavyweight Division. Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a striker with a record of 0-0. He stands at 5’10” and weighing in at 265 pounds. He is from Asau, Samoa fighting out of Perth, Australia, he is “Shotgun” Sakaria Koa!
[Koa steps out from the corner and raises a fist in the air before going back to bouncing in place.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And his opponent, fighting out of the red corner, a Boxer Catch Wrestler with a record of 0-0. He stands 6’1” and weighing in at 265 pounds. From the Second City Chicago, Illinois fighting out of Real Killas MMA, he is “Dog Face” Donnie Calabrese!
[Donnie steps out from his corner and raises both arms in the air as the crowd are in a thunderous uproar cheering him on.]
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Listen to this crowd, Dante! I can’t even hear myself think! 68% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Donnie Calabrese walks out victorious. But if you take that poll here right now, I think it’d be unanimous for Donnie!
DANTE REED
No doubt the fans have been waiting for this one for a long time. The referee for this bout is Senior Official Herschel Warden and he’s calling for the fight, and this match is underway!
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ROUND ONE
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[The two big men come barrelling down towards the middle of the octagon. Shotgun decides to launch some tentative punches and Donnie Calabrese takes the best of a brief punching exchange. Shotgun looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Donnie Calabrese's punches. Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!]
[Dog Face follows Sakaria Koa only to get counter punched in a big way! Sakaria Koa goes with a looping right hand while Calabrese jumps back and jabs. Dog Face circles around and Koa rushes to deliver a combination of jabs and crosses. Sakaria goes with a looping right hand while Donnie jumps back and jabs. Dog Face gets hit but seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own.]
DANTE REED
Great exchange on the opening here. It looks like Dog Face has a small cut on his right eye.
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Both of these big guys are unafraid to throwdown and take some hits! Gotta love an old fashion brawl!
[Sakaria Koa goes with an overhand right while Donnie Calabrese jumps back and counters with a few punches of his own. Great back and forth here. As the fight continues it seems that Sakaria Koa is taking the best of the fight. Koa fakes a punch and launches himself over Dog Face! Nice move by Shotgun who clinches and pushes Dog Face against the cage. Sakaria Koa slightly pushes Dog Face into the fence and tries to calm down the action. After a while of stalling, the referee intervenes to break the clinch.]
[Shotgun Koa and Dog Face Donnie stand neutral and give each other a look of “bring it on!” Both nod in agreement then close in and start trading off heavy punches! Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch. The crowd is in pandemonium as each strike hits like a sledgehammer! Shotgun is split above the eyebrow and Calabrese has a busted nose. With every ounce of energy, Shotgun Koa tees off on Donnie and lands an Incredible haymaker! You can see Donnie Calabrese's head being snapped backwards as he drops to the mat! Dog Face hits the ground hard! That crushing blow from Sakaria Koa has left Dog Face unconscious! The referee dives in between the two and calls off the fight!]
DANTE REED
It's all over! What a finish by Sakaria Koa!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Dog Face Donnie is out! He’s not moving, Herschel Warden has put a stop to this fight!
[The crowd is raining down with boos as Shotgun Koa walks off and celebrates his victory. Doctors tend to Calabrese for a moment before helping him back up to his feet. After doctors and cutmen finish their work, the two fighters meet in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Herschel Warden has called for a stop in this fight at 1 minute 43 seconds of the very first round for your winner by knockout, “Shotgun” Koa!
DANTE REED
What a finish! I guess the old man still has it in him!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Koa is out here showing why you gotta respect your elders! The 44 year old veteran goes one-up in the Heavyweight Round Robin!
[After Koa has his hand raised in victory, the boos settle a little at the sight of both fighters embracing with a bro hug and say a few words to each other that isn’t audible before splitting off to each one’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Sakaria Koa by KO (Haymaker) at 1:43 Round 1
Statistics: Sakaria Koa
Punches 13/22 (59%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Donnie Calabrese
Punches 12/18 (67%)
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
DANTE REED
What an impressive win here for Shotgun Koa, but listen to this crowd! These fans are not happy!
WARHEAD WILLIAMS
Unfortunately the hometown hero got caught and couldn’t get it done tonight. But fear not, things have just begun for this Round Robin. You never know, these two might just meet again with a lot more at stake?!
DANTE REED
Folks, that’s a wrap for UGP #1. Tonight we saw some amazing matches with some insane finishes, and we are just scratching the surface! For Warhead Williams, I’m Dante Reed catch us next time only on the Battleground Network!