WCCF DEJA VU ALL OVER AGAIN
Live at the BankAtlantic Center
DARK MATCHES
Dave Roman def. Jun Akitsuki- R3 1:42 Sub via Triangle Choke *****
Wow. Just... wow. This was a CLASSIC fight, showcasing what MMA is all about. The two started on their feet trading leg kicks, then proceded to go back and forth on the ground. At the third round, Roman went for finish after finish, Jun managed to turn the tables only to get put in the Triangle Choke.
Mei-Wa Ten def. Sarah Martinez- R1 4:17 KO via Roundhouse Kick (CRITICAL!) ****
The women were not ready to be outdone, and they were able to follow the mat war with a standup battle that Ingram would be overheard comparing it to "A Jet Li movie sped up". Neither of them were gaining an advantage and everyone expected another FOTY contender when it stopped with a screeching halt when Ten nearly decapitated Martinez with a roundhouse.
Randall "The Vandal" Baker def. Akira Yamazaki- R1 2:31 Sub via Leglock (CRITCAL!) **
This match only got two stars because of its abrupt ending and there wasn't much action beforehand. There was a slow buildup, but Baker managed to get a Leglock from out of the blue to get the tapout win.
Televised Portion Begins
Jake Ingram started off with his usual pre-show speech
"Welcome everyone to another edition of WCCF, and tonight we have rematches of two of WCCF's most memorable fights. Tina "The Meana" Franklin will once again defend her Women's Division title against Alicia Gordon, and Micheal Norcia faces off against who is undoubtedly the most popular fighter in WCCF, Gutter. And this time, it's an official WCCF fight. Norcia has yet to win a match since Gutter knocked him out at Ring of Pain Zero, and if he can win this bout he might get his stride back.
We also want to welcome a newcomer who is in the stands tonight, who will be debuting at our next show. Sasha Romanov, nicknamed "The Red Menace". 42 years old, but don't let her age fool you, she is a world-class fighter, Soviet-Afghani War veteran, ex-Spetznaz, and currently undefeated in her three years in the professional MMA circuit. But now with nothing further ado, we begin our show with the unorthodox 'Pub-Fu' fighter John Tunney against the elusive Seto "Death God" Kazuyo."
John Tunney def Seto Kazuyo R1 2:01 KO via Knees (CRITICAL!), ***
Seto seemed off his game tonight, Tunney having little problem catching up to him, and in almost no time at all managed to get him in position for a series of brutal series of knees to Seto knocking him out.
"Amazon" Giselle Melendez def Gina Rocelli R2 1:25 Sub via Chokeout, ***
Gina had a sound strategy coming into this fight, attacking the legs. However Gina made the mistake of keeping her distance, and the reach difference played right into the giant's strengths, allowing her to pound her way into getting Gina's back, and a choke ended this bout.
Tetsuya Miwaki def. October Raven R2 2:55 Submission via Guillotine Choke ***
This was pretty much all Miwaki, while OR did land some nice body blows, he was totally outclassed on the mat and got choked out by the veteran submission fighter.
Saya Kazama def. Sakura Kazama R1 4:55 Stoppage via injury (CRITICAL!), ***
In what will undoubtedly be a controversial ending, this solid battle of BJJ and standup wrestling ended after Saya attempted a back suplex but instead dropped Sakura on her foot, twisting her ankle. Sakura tried to continue but was unable to stand up, and her corner threw in the towel.
Gutter def. Micheal Norcia R2 3:26 KO via Backfist -> Ground & Pound ****
This was every bit of the slugfest that people expected, Norcia seemed to be getting back to his A-Game, managing to even beat Gutter to the punch. Only rarely did they ever stop swinging, even delivering punches to each other while Norcia applied a triangle to Gutter! In the second round, Norcia's attempts at a ground and pound were thwarted, and Norcia would thereafter be hesitant to try to stay on the mat with Gutter... who would get up, hit Norcia with her dreaded spinning backfist, and pounce on Norcia dropping bombs until Big Bud called it. Norcia not only stormed out of the cage before the official decision, but actually punched a cameraman who got in his way!
WCCF Women's Division Title: Alicia Gordon def. Tina Franklin, 2R 2:14 Stoppage via Throw, ****
Despite her corner yelling "Hands up!" the entire time, Gordon pretty much didn't even need to, as she CRUSHED Franklin. Ingram noted that "Every hit Tina lands, Gordon lands at least six more", and in the second round this was especially true as Gordon hit about two dozen unanswered strikes before throwing Tina to the floor with a Judo toss, and Big Bud called it there.
After the fight, Jake Ingram made some announcements:
"Congratulations Alicia, but before you consider where you are going to celebrate, you should know who your next opponent will be. Between fights I've been talking to the matchmaking committee and we've decided on the marquee fights for the next show. The intergender match will feature... Gutter vs Corey O'Brian. The Men's Division Title match will be Harold Creed against... John Tunney. And finally, Alicia, YOU will be in the main event, defending against... Saya Kazama."
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Monday, April 6, 2009
WCCF A Fistful of Face Results!
WCCF "A Fistful of Face"
Live from the BankAntlantic Center
Dark Matches
Craig Hennisey d. Reggie Lewis, 2R 3:11 KO via Roundhouse Kick, ***
Lewis has shown lots of improvement, but unfortunately he went to 0-5, currently the worst record in WCCF, after eating a vicious roundhouse kick from "The Rabid Dingo", who has been on a roll as of late. We might not be too far removed from Hennisey facing the bigger names in the Men's Division.
Giselle Melendez d. Gina Rocelli, 2R 4:01 KO via Strikes, ***
The monster woman of WCCF seemed to still have problems due to her previous leg injury, and the leg kicks from the muay thai black belt didn't help that one bit. However Gina was unable to chop down the proverbial tree, and Melendez would eventually fell Rocelli after a series of punishing blows.
OctoberRaven def. Dave Roman, 2R 1:24 Submission via Ground & Pound, ***
It's been too long since we've seen either of these two in the cage, and they both made sure we'd remember them. Roman bloodied OR early in the match, but the Death Metal Warrior simply used his bloodied head as a weapon to floor Roman, then pound him into submission.
TV Taping Starts
Ingram: Jake Ingram here, and the matches tonight promise to be great ones. Tonight, "He is Indeed" Seth Williams, who has knocked out Alicia Gordon twice, and also beat Corey O'Brian and Seto Kazuyo before the second time, will face the most vicious and feared striker in all of WCCF. "1 Punch" Harold Creed, our WCCF Men's Champion, the man with more first-round knockouts than anyone else in this company. He is, without a doubt, the man with the most powerful fists in WCCF today. But Seth Williams is also a boxer, and a boxer with a more flexible style than Creed. Who might just be able to get under those looping bombs and score a knockout of his own. Also tonight, a rematch of a title match, Michael Norcia facing off against Corey O'Brian, and a match against two fighters who fell short at Ring of Pain One, Seto Kazuyo and Gutter.
Saya Kazama d. Paiva DaSilva, R2 1:56 Ref Stoppage via Armbar, ****
Can you say "painful"? The two BJJ fighters showed their stuff and more in this bout, giving us a great ground battle with a side order of striking as well. Paiva was looking good and was ready to pass the younger Kazama's guard, but Saya managed to catch her in an omoplata and transition it into a jujigatame. Big Bud heard DaSilva's arm snap, and immediately did his job and stopped the fight. Looks like the "Devil Maid" might have to change her nickname to "Crippling Maid".
Greg Sanders d. John Tunney, R1 4:45 Ref Stoppage Via Kneebar, ***
Holy lightning strikes twice Batman! The Pub-Fu fighter was doing very well at first, however when he got the back of the Montana wrestler, he gave up his leg for a submission that caused his ankle to be dislocated.
Patricia Jackson d. Sarah Martinez, R2 1:05 KO via Ground & Pound, ****
PJ going back to her old winning ways here. "Miss Karate" bloodied her, but PJ cut Sarah right back, and the usually submission-based PJ threw Martinez completely off her gameplan by continuing the strikes, even getting her first KO win after pummeling her with strikes on the back mount.
Seto Kazuyo d. Gutter, R2 1:42 Sub via Heel Hook, ****
This was a chess match if there ever was one. Gutter's early offense was thwarted by Kazuyo's elusiveness, but her footwork allowed her to catch Kazuyo with a nice punch that cut him just below the eye. Kazuyo was able to endure her punishing offense and survive the first round, and managed to take her down early in the second round and put her in a leg submission. Gutter's sole cornerwoman, Jean Carter, threw in the towel before Kazuyo broke Gutter's leg. Gutter almost took a swing at Kazuyo until she was told the match was over. Gutter seemed upset at first, but reports indicate that the two friends did indeed leave the BAC together.
Corey O'Brian d. Micheal Norcia, R2 2:15 KO via STO, *****
This fight DELIVERED. We saw both the old, unrelenting Norcia, as well as the O'Brian that seemed untouchable at the genesis of WCCF until Norcia had overcome him. Unlike that last match though, O'Brian managed to overcome the barrage and managed to win the ground battles as well, leaving Norcia to, once again, forgo the ground (although this time it didn't seem like a mistake). However O'Brian managed to put him down with a sick STO, ending this early FOTY contender.
Harold Creed d. Seth Williams, R2 1:32 Sub via Ground & Pound, ****
It was a tough act to follow, but follow they did, and we had another bloodbath as both men got cut in this one. Creed's cut was above the eye, but he insisted on continuing the match, and his cornermen didn't want to stop it either. However this may explain why Creed's vicious blows seemed less, well, vicious. Not only that but Seth was doing well in getting through the reach andvantage and get some quality shots of his own. In the end through Creed managed to catch Seth and pummel him into a tapout. Jake Ingram had to leave early due to a family emergency, but no interview was needed from Creed, who closed the show early by yelling "BRING YOUR BEST, WCCF, YOU CAN'T STOP ME".
Live from the BankAntlantic Center
Dark Matches
Craig Hennisey d. Reggie Lewis, 2R 3:11 KO via Roundhouse Kick, ***
Lewis has shown lots of improvement, but unfortunately he went to 0-5, currently the worst record in WCCF, after eating a vicious roundhouse kick from "The Rabid Dingo", who has been on a roll as of late. We might not be too far removed from Hennisey facing the bigger names in the Men's Division.
Giselle Melendez d. Gina Rocelli, 2R 4:01 KO via Strikes, ***
The monster woman of WCCF seemed to still have problems due to her previous leg injury, and the leg kicks from the muay thai black belt didn't help that one bit. However Gina was unable to chop down the proverbial tree, and Melendez would eventually fell Rocelli after a series of punishing blows.
OctoberRaven def. Dave Roman, 2R 1:24 Submission via Ground & Pound, ***
It's been too long since we've seen either of these two in the cage, and they both made sure we'd remember them. Roman bloodied OR early in the match, but the Death Metal Warrior simply used his bloodied head as a weapon to floor Roman, then pound him into submission.
TV Taping Starts
Ingram: Jake Ingram here, and the matches tonight promise to be great ones. Tonight, "He is Indeed" Seth Williams, who has knocked out Alicia Gordon twice, and also beat Corey O'Brian and Seto Kazuyo before the second time, will face the most vicious and feared striker in all of WCCF. "1 Punch" Harold Creed, our WCCF Men's Champion, the man with more first-round knockouts than anyone else in this company. He is, without a doubt, the man with the most powerful fists in WCCF today. But Seth Williams is also a boxer, and a boxer with a more flexible style than Creed. Who might just be able to get under those looping bombs and score a knockout of his own. Also tonight, a rematch of a title match, Michael Norcia facing off against Corey O'Brian, and a match against two fighters who fell short at Ring of Pain One, Seto Kazuyo and Gutter.
Saya Kazama d. Paiva DaSilva, R2 1:56 Ref Stoppage via Armbar, ****
Can you say "painful"? The two BJJ fighters showed their stuff and more in this bout, giving us a great ground battle with a side order of striking as well. Paiva was looking good and was ready to pass the younger Kazama's guard, but Saya managed to catch her in an omoplata and transition it into a jujigatame. Big Bud heard DaSilva's arm snap, and immediately did his job and stopped the fight. Looks like the "Devil Maid" might have to change her nickname to "Crippling Maid".
Greg Sanders d. John Tunney, R1 4:45 Ref Stoppage Via Kneebar, ***
Holy lightning strikes twice Batman! The Pub-Fu fighter was doing very well at first, however when he got the back of the Montana wrestler, he gave up his leg for a submission that caused his ankle to be dislocated.
Patricia Jackson d. Sarah Martinez, R2 1:05 KO via Ground & Pound, ****
PJ going back to her old winning ways here. "Miss Karate" bloodied her, but PJ cut Sarah right back, and the usually submission-based PJ threw Martinez completely off her gameplan by continuing the strikes, even getting her first KO win after pummeling her with strikes on the back mount.
Seto Kazuyo d. Gutter, R2 1:42 Sub via Heel Hook, ****
This was a chess match if there ever was one. Gutter's early offense was thwarted by Kazuyo's elusiveness, but her footwork allowed her to catch Kazuyo with a nice punch that cut him just below the eye. Kazuyo was able to endure her punishing offense and survive the first round, and managed to take her down early in the second round and put her in a leg submission. Gutter's sole cornerwoman, Jean Carter, threw in the towel before Kazuyo broke Gutter's leg. Gutter almost took a swing at Kazuyo until she was told the match was over. Gutter seemed upset at first, but reports indicate that the two friends did indeed leave the BAC together.
Corey O'Brian d. Micheal Norcia, R2 2:15 KO via STO, *****
This fight DELIVERED. We saw both the old, unrelenting Norcia, as well as the O'Brian that seemed untouchable at the genesis of WCCF until Norcia had overcome him. Unlike that last match though, O'Brian managed to overcome the barrage and managed to win the ground battles as well, leaving Norcia to, once again, forgo the ground (although this time it didn't seem like a mistake). However O'Brian managed to put him down with a sick STO, ending this early FOTY contender.
Harold Creed d. Seth Williams, R2 1:32 Sub via Ground & Pound, ****
It was a tough act to follow, but follow they did, and we had another bloodbath as both men got cut in this one. Creed's cut was above the eye, but he insisted on continuing the match, and his cornermen didn't want to stop it either. However this may explain why Creed's vicious blows seemed less, well, vicious. Not only that but Seth was doing well in getting through the reach andvantage and get some quality shots of his own. In the end through Creed managed to catch Seth and pummel him into a tapout. Jake Ingram had to leave early due to a family emergency, but no interview was needed from Creed, who closed the show early by yelling "BRING YOUR BEST, WCCF, YOU CAN'T STOP ME".
Monday, March 2, 2009
WCCF Ring Of Pain One Results
WCCF Ring of Pain One
Live at the BankAntlantic Center
Ingram: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to WCCF's first Ring of Pain tournament. Tonight, the top four men and top four women will compete in a single elimination tournament to decide who will next face their respective champions. The winners of the tournaments will then face each other in an intergender contest for bragging rights. Now, a quick reminder of the rules here. Each match will be 2 rounds of 10 minuites, victory by knockout or submission. Kicks and knees to grounded opponents, headbutts, punches to the back of the head are all legal, and there are no standups. WCCF tournament rules apply meaning that if there is no winner the match is declared a draw, and Ring of Pain matches do not count towards official win-loss records.
Round One
"He is Indeed" Seth Williams def. Corey O'Brian R2 0:10 KO "Turn out the Lights" Punch, ****
Corey started this one pretty strong, but Seth knew he had to make a statement to finally break into the championship level. Not only that Seth showed he is capable on the ground too. O'Brian got some great submissions in but Seth survived the round and at the second bell he caught Corey clean with his trademark left cross and Corey was totally out of it.
"Death God" Seto Kazuyo def. "Hand of God" Michael Norcia R2 0:30 Sub via Kneebar *****
Early fight of the year contender here, and a contrast of styles: Kazuyo the elusive and methodical submission specialist, Norcia the striker whose style is compared to a bulldozer. Highlight of this fight was Kazuyo getting slammed HARD by Norcia, and then getting hit with elbows that made him bleed profusely. Norcia again showed reluctance to fight on the ground like he did with Harold Creed, but this time for good reason: Norcia would try to hit him with a back mount and a series of elbows like he did with O'Brian to win the Men's title but Kazuyo slipped out and forced a submission.
Gutter def. Sarah Martinez R1 6:40 KO via Headbutt ***
Martinez looked to gain some huge momentum by defeating one of WCCF's most popular fighters, but Gutter proved once again that she is not an underdog fighter. This back and forth brawl ended abruptly with a headbutt that totally floored the karate fighter.
Alicia Gordon def. Saya Kazama R1 5:00 TKO after a Spin Kick **
Alicia basically ahniliated Saya here. Saya barely got any offense at all. Alicia didn't have her hands up but it was pretty obvious she didn't even need to, and Saya's sister Sakura would throw in the towel before the younger Kazama got seriously hurt.
Round Two- Divisional #1 Contendership matches
"He Is Indeed" Seth Williams def "Death God" Seto Kazuyo R1 8:16 KO via Kicks ****
Fatigue was on obvious factor on both sides, as both men went at it but not in the same intensity as before. In the end this one came down to the man who wanted it more, and it ended up being the young boxer who suprised everyone by finishing this match with a kicking combination.
Alicia Gordon def. Gutter R1 9:06 KO via "Speed of LAWL" Kicks *****
The long-awaited rematch between these two was everything that you could expect. Interesting thing to note is Alicia was actually listening to Jang Bae and Thunderstrike, keeping her hands up. She was still a flurry until a kick knocked Gutter over the ropes causing Big Bud to give Gutter time to get back in the ring. Gordon looked like she was starting to kick herself out but JUSTICE would tell her to pace herself, and again she listened, slowing herself down but also managing to catch the counterstriker Gutter off guard. Gordon attempted several chokeouts, but Gutter refused to go down until a series of kicks knocked her out.
Final Round
"He Is Indeed" Seth Williams def. Alicia Gordon R1 3:09 via Right Hook ***
Alicia must have gotten overconfident and fell back to her old ways, as she didn't bother keeping her hands up at all, and this once again proved to be her undoing as Seth floored her with a blow that sent Gordon's mouthguard flying out the ring and into the fourth row! Gordon was still out of it when JUSTICE stepped in to take her out of the ring, and Seth remained standing tall.
Post-Fight Interview
Ingram: That was a BRUTAL shot, Seth, and now you are set to take on the most feared striker in WCCF, Harold Creed. Do you think you can knock him out as well?
Seth: Creed's all hands, man. He can't take a clean punch. If I hit what I hit on Gordon, it'll be lights out.
Ingram: But what if he manages to hit you?
Seth: Well the dude's obviously got some crazy power behind those hooks of his but the thing is, I've been watching him, I know when he's going to throw those bombs, and I can get out of the way. Blocking isn't an option, because he punches so hard, I heard that a sparring partner of his blocked a punch, and from that alone, the dude's ARM got broken. So I'm going to be stepping up my footwork for Creed, but I can do it.
Ingram: Last time you fought Alicia Gordon she knocked you out, and now you knocked Alicia out. If you two fight again, what do you think will happen?
Seth: Alicia's a great fighter, and like we just saw earlier she can be almost unstoppable if she just keeps her hands up. Defense is seriously underrated in MMA, and Gordon's record is proof of that, she gets knocked out not because she's not a better fighter but because she doesn't defend herself. In fact I'm worried about her because if she keeps up like that she's going to get brain damage one day. As far as to a third match... well, it depends on who gets that big blow first.
Ingram: Well thank you Seth for your thoughts, and good luck with facing Seth Williams.
Live at the BankAntlantic Center
Ingram: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to WCCF's first Ring of Pain tournament. Tonight, the top four men and top four women will compete in a single elimination tournament to decide who will next face their respective champions. The winners of the tournaments will then face each other in an intergender contest for bragging rights. Now, a quick reminder of the rules here. Each match will be 2 rounds of 10 minuites, victory by knockout or submission. Kicks and knees to grounded opponents, headbutts, punches to the back of the head are all legal, and there are no standups. WCCF tournament rules apply meaning that if there is no winner the match is declared a draw, and Ring of Pain matches do not count towards official win-loss records.
Round One
"He is Indeed" Seth Williams def. Corey O'Brian R2 0:10 KO "Turn out the Lights" Punch, ****
Corey started this one pretty strong, but Seth knew he had to make a statement to finally break into the championship level. Not only that Seth showed he is capable on the ground too. O'Brian got some great submissions in but Seth survived the round and at the second bell he caught Corey clean with his trademark left cross and Corey was totally out of it.
"Death God" Seto Kazuyo def. "Hand of God" Michael Norcia R2 0:30 Sub via Kneebar *****
Early fight of the year contender here, and a contrast of styles: Kazuyo the elusive and methodical submission specialist, Norcia the striker whose style is compared to a bulldozer. Highlight of this fight was Kazuyo getting slammed HARD by Norcia, and then getting hit with elbows that made him bleed profusely. Norcia again showed reluctance to fight on the ground like he did with Harold Creed, but this time for good reason: Norcia would try to hit him with a back mount and a series of elbows like he did with O'Brian to win the Men's title but Kazuyo slipped out and forced a submission.
Gutter def. Sarah Martinez R1 6:40 KO via Headbutt ***
Martinez looked to gain some huge momentum by defeating one of WCCF's most popular fighters, but Gutter proved once again that she is not an underdog fighter. This back and forth brawl ended abruptly with a headbutt that totally floored the karate fighter.
Alicia Gordon def. Saya Kazama R1 5:00 TKO after a Spin Kick **
Alicia basically ahniliated Saya here. Saya barely got any offense at all. Alicia didn't have her hands up but it was pretty obvious she didn't even need to, and Saya's sister Sakura would throw in the towel before the younger Kazama got seriously hurt.
Round Two- Divisional #1 Contendership matches
"He Is Indeed" Seth Williams def "Death God" Seto Kazuyo R1 8:16 KO via Kicks ****
Fatigue was on obvious factor on both sides, as both men went at it but not in the same intensity as before. In the end this one came down to the man who wanted it more, and it ended up being the young boxer who suprised everyone by finishing this match with a kicking combination.
Alicia Gordon def. Gutter R1 9:06 KO via "Speed of LAWL" Kicks *****
The long-awaited rematch between these two was everything that you could expect. Interesting thing to note is Alicia was actually listening to Jang Bae and Thunderstrike, keeping her hands up. She was still a flurry until a kick knocked Gutter over the ropes causing Big Bud to give Gutter time to get back in the ring. Gordon looked like she was starting to kick herself out but JUSTICE would tell her to pace herself, and again she listened, slowing herself down but also managing to catch the counterstriker Gutter off guard. Gordon attempted several chokeouts, but Gutter refused to go down until a series of kicks knocked her out.
Final Round
"He Is Indeed" Seth Williams def. Alicia Gordon R1 3:09 via Right Hook ***
Alicia must have gotten overconfident and fell back to her old ways, as she didn't bother keeping her hands up at all, and this once again proved to be her undoing as Seth floored her with a blow that sent Gordon's mouthguard flying out the ring and into the fourth row! Gordon was still out of it when JUSTICE stepped in to take her out of the ring, and Seth remained standing tall.
Post-Fight Interview
Ingram: That was a BRUTAL shot, Seth, and now you are set to take on the most feared striker in WCCF, Harold Creed. Do you think you can knock him out as well?
Seth: Creed's all hands, man. He can't take a clean punch. If I hit what I hit on Gordon, it'll be lights out.
Ingram: But what if he manages to hit you?
Seth: Well the dude's obviously got some crazy power behind those hooks of his but the thing is, I've been watching him, I know when he's going to throw those bombs, and I can get out of the way. Blocking isn't an option, because he punches so hard, I heard that a sparring partner of his blocked a punch, and from that alone, the dude's ARM got broken. So I'm going to be stepping up my footwork for Creed, but I can do it.
Ingram: Last time you fought Alicia Gordon she knocked you out, and now you knocked Alicia out. If you two fight again, what do you think will happen?
Seth: Alicia's a great fighter, and like we just saw earlier she can be almost unstoppable if she just keeps her hands up. Defense is seriously underrated in MMA, and Gordon's record is proof of that, she gets knocked out not because she's not a better fighter but because she doesn't defend herself. In fact I'm worried about her because if she keeps up like that she's going to get brain damage one day. As far as to a third match... well, it depends on who gets that big blow first.
Ingram: Well thank you Seth for your thoughts, and good luck with facing Seth Williams.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
WCCF Architecture of Aggression Results
Architecture of Aggression
Live at the BankAntlantic Center
Dark Show Matches
Paiva DaSilva def. Molly "The Hatchet" Greene, 2R 4:52 Sub via Anaconda Choke, ****
A great showing for our opening contest, as Greene was trying her best to avoid being 0-3. Unfortunately DaSiva's submission skills overcame Hatchet's striking skills and despite being cut she was able to choke her out seconds before the end of the second round.
Craig Hennisey def. Reggie Lewis, 2R 0:42 KO via Left Hook ***
Reggie Lewis has definately shown some improvement since his last bout, and looked like he had a good chance of getting his first win by the end of round one. But Hennisey caught him with a brutal left and that led to yet another defeat for the Canadian grappler.
Gina Rocelli def. Mei-Wa Ten, 3R 0:13 Via Knees ****
As if the crowd needed to be pumped up even more! This was an exiting contest from start to finish. Highlight was Mei-Wa Ten catching Rocelli with a jumping knee and following up with a soccer kick, but she tired herself out and Gina was able to put her away in no time once the third round began.
BROADCAST BEGINS
Jake Ingram: Welcome to another exciting WCCF show, tonight both champions will be defending their titles. Michael Norcia, known for his brutal and effective boxing combined with his sheer takedown power. He faces "1 Punch" Harold Creed, who is also known for his boxing skills. But where Norcia wins by a barrage, usually Creed just needs to catch them clean with but a single blow. And for the women, arguably the most popular fighter in WCCF now, Gutter, defends her title against the original champion and WCCF's Fighter of the Year Tina "The Meana" Franklin. It's been a long time since their last contest and it'll be interesting to see if Gutter can avenge that loss.
Sarah Martinez def Giselle Melendez 2R 4:24 KO via Knees ***
The Amazon was back but her leg conditioning was definately a factor. While she wasn't exactly flying across the cage before she was even slower than usual and repeated leg kicks by Martinez just made that worse. Martinez would eventually chop down the knee and get her with knees to the head and Big Bud stepped in.
Sakura Kazama def. Patricia "PJ" Jackson 3R 0:26 KO via Suples ****
Kazama's sister Saya has been doing well as of late and it was time to see if the elder Kazama could get her first win as well. PJ did well at first but Kazama is a world-class submission fighter and eventually her skill and strength would wear down PJ until a suplex would finish off the woman who was once considered a top threat to the Women's Division.
John Tunney def. Seto Kazuyo 2R 2:02 KO via Roundhouse ***
Kazuyo was at top form at first, showing that skillful elusiveness that makes him a top name in the company... unfortunately Tunney's unorthodox style was able to counter the offense Seto did mount, and a brutal second round was ended with a roundhouse kick.
Alicia Gordon def "He Is Indeed" Seth Williams 1R 1:44 KO via Open-Palm Hook, ***
Gordon rushes in, overwhelms Seth, then manages to blow him away not with her feet but her hands! Not really much else to say here except that Gordon has proved she is still dangerous.
Mens Title Match: "1 Punch" Harold Creed def "Hand of God" Micheal Norcia, 1R 2:55 Via Hook ***
Norcia was his usual punishing self at first, even managing to take the massive Creed down but wasn't able to finish. He got Creed down again two more times, but in a move that confused everyone especially Creed, Norcia didn't go for the mount but instead kicked at Creed's leg. Creed got up, and BOOM! Norcia was knocked for a loop and Big Bud stepped in! Creed raised his hands and his crew stepped in, and Norcia got up arguing with Big Bud. Norcia didn't even bother to stick around for the decision.
Jake Ingram with Harold Creed
Ingram: Congratulations Creed for capturing the title, your thoughts please.
Creed: Norcia, you got nothin to bitch about, I knocked you on your ass and you were out before you hit the ground and you know it. I just proved that Norcia is an overrated punk.
The crowd booed at Creed's last statement and security had to hold Norcia from heading back to the cage, and eventually we got to the main event.
Womens Title Match: Tina "The Meana" Franklin def. Gutter, 2R 2:21 KO via Standing Knees to the Face ****
This match delivered. Gutter and Tina went at it. Gutter got caught with an elbow that cut her early, and went for a direct attack rather than her footwork, and this allowed Franklin to get her in the clinch, and even a couple submission attempts. Eventually one of those clinches ended with a series of unanswered knees to the face of Gutter and Big Bud was forced to call the fight. Doctors and a concerned Jean Carter tended to the now former champ as Tina reclaimed her belt.
Jake Ingram speaks to Tina Franklin
Ingram: Tina, you managed to beat Gutter a second time, was it any harder this time?
Franklin: Yeah, Gutter's really tough, I can't believe she managed to get out of those armbars... and that hair of hers is nasty... I mean, I wasn't pulling on it for that clinch but I hand my hands on it and I almost slipped a couple times because it's like... slimy... no offense. But I got to hand it to her she's a great fighter, and I'd look forward to fighting her again.
Ingram: Well there you go folks, both titles changed hands, Gordon with a shocking KO, and the rankings on both sides will be shaken up for sure. Until then, folks, good night!
Live at the BankAntlantic Center
Dark Show Matches
Paiva DaSilva def. Molly "The Hatchet" Greene, 2R 4:52 Sub via Anaconda Choke, ****
A great showing for our opening contest, as Greene was trying her best to avoid being 0-3. Unfortunately DaSiva's submission skills overcame Hatchet's striking skills and despite being cut she was able to choke her out seconds before the end of the second round.
Craig Hennisey def. Reggie Lewis, 2R 0:42 KO via Left Hook ***
Reggie Lewis has definately shown some improvement since his last bout, and looked like he had a good chance of getting his first win by the end of round one. But Hennisey caught him with a brutal left and that led to yet another defeat for the Canadian grappler.
Gina Rocelli def. Mei-Wa Ten, 3R 0:13 Via Knees ****
As if the crowd needed to be pumped up even more! This was an exiting contest from start to finish. Highlight was Mei-Wa Ten catching Rocelli with a jumping knee and following up with a soccer kick, but she tired herself out and Gina was able to put her away in no time once the third round began.
BROADCAST BEGINS
Jake Ingram: Welcome to another exciting WCCF show, tonight both champions will be defending their titles. Michael Norcia, known for his brutal and effective boxing combined with his sheer takedown power. He faces "1 Punch" Harold Creed, who is also known for his boxing skills. But where Norcia wins by a barrage, usually Creed just needs to catch them clean with but a single blow. And for the women, arguably the most popular fighter in WCCF now, Gutter, defends her title against the original champion and WCCF's Fighter of the Year Tina "The Meana" Franklin. It's been a long time since their last contest and it'll be interesting to see if Gutter can avenge that loss.
Sarah Martinez def Giselle Melendez 2R 4:24 KO via Knees ***
The Amazon was back but her leg conditioning was definately a factor. While she wasn't exactly flying across the cage before she was even slower than usual and repeated leg kicks by Martinez just made that worse. Martinez would eventually chop down the knee and get her with knees to the head and Big Bud stepped in.
Sakura Kazama def. Patricia "PJ" Jackson 3R 0:26 KO via Suples ****
Kazama's sister Saya has been doing well as of late and it was time to see if the elder Kazama could get her first win as well. PJ did well at first but Kazama is a world-class submission fighter and eventually her skill and strength would wear down PJ until a suplex would finish off the woman who was once considered a top threat to the Women's Division.
John Tunney def. Seto Kazuyo 2R 2:02 KO via Roundhouse ***
Kazuyo was at top form at first, showing that skillful elusiveness that makes him a top name in the company... unfortunately Tunney's unorthodox style was able to counter the offense Seto did mount, and a brutal second round was ended with a roundhouse kick.
Alicia Gordon def "He Is Indeed" Seth Williams 1R 1:44 KO via Open-Palm Hook, ***
Gordon rushes in, overwhelms Seth, then manages to blow him away not with her feet but her hands! Not really much else to say here except that Gordon has proved she is still dangerous.
Mens Title Match: "1 Punch" Harold Creed def "Hand of God" Micheal Norcia, 1R 2:55 Via Hook ***
Norcia was his usual punishing self at first, even managing to take the massive Creed down but wasn't able to finish. He got Creed down again two more times, but in a move that confused everyone especially Creed, Norcia didn't go for the mount but instead kicked at Creed's leg. Creed got up, and BOOM! Norcia was knocked for a loop and Big Bud stepped in! Creed raised his hands and his crew stepped in, and Norcia got up arguing with Big Bud. Norcia didn't even bother to stick around for the decision.
Jake Ingram with Harold Creed
Ingram: Congratulations Creed for capturing the title, your thoughts please.
Creed: Norcia, you got nothin to bitch about, I knocked you on your ass and you were out before you hit the ground and you know it. I just proved that Norcia is an overrated punk.
The crowd booed at Creed's last statement and security had to hold Norcia from heading back to the cage, and eventually we got to the main event.
Womens Title Match: Tina "The Meana" Franklin def. Gutter, 2R 2:21 KO via Standing Knees to the Face ****
This match delivered. Gutter and Tina went at it. Gutter got caught with an elbow that cut her early, and went for a direct attack rather than her footwork, and this allowed Franklin to get her in the clinch, and even a couple submission attempts. Eventually one of those clinches ended with a series of unanswered knees to the face of Gutter and Big Bud was forced to call the fight. Doctors and a concerned Jean Carter tended to the now former champ as Tina reclaimed her belt.
Jake Ingram speaks to Tina Franklin
Ingram: Tina, you managed to beat Gutter a second time, was it any harder this time?
Franklin: Yeah, Gutter's really tough, I can't believe she managed to get out of those armbars... and that hair of hers is nasty... I mean, I wasn't pulling on it for that clinch but I hand my hands on it and I almost slipped a couple times because it's like... slimy... no offense. But I got to hand it to her she's a great fighter, and I'd look forward to fighting her again.
Ingram: Well there you go folks, both titles changed hands, Gordon with a shocking KO, and the rankings on both sides will be shaken up for sure. Until then, folks, good night!
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Ring of Pain Zero Results + Yearly Awards
Ring of Pain Zero
Live at the BankAntlantic Center in Ft Lauderdale Florida
Note: Ring of Pain cards are exhibition matches, set in a ring instead of a cage. There are two rounds of ten minuites, and a split decision is not a draw. Otherwise the fight is held under standard WCCF regulations.
DARK MATCHES
Jun Akitsuki d Paiva DaSilva R1 8:32 KO Via Kicks, ***
Akitsuki's career looked to be bleak, but he definately redeemed himself here. While he wore down DaSilva with his jiu-jitsu, his striking would win him this bout.
Akira Yamazaki d Saya Kazama R1 9:32 KO Via Strikes, ****
Much like the match before it, but the two were FIERCE, with Saya being cut by a knee. Saya was actually the favorite after nearly crippling Giselle Melendez but Yamazaki's jiu-jitsu experience was superior, and while Saya endured a "Bamboo Breaker" Choke, she was too worn out from struggling to avoid the rush of blows that ended this fight.
Gina Rocelli d Craig Hennisey R2 0:14 KO via Suplex ****
The up-and-coming "Rabid Dingo" gave a lot of heart, but Gina Rocelli made it clear that she wanted to prove she was worthy of Women's Title contention, finishing yet another match not with a kick but with a suplex.
Televised Portion Starts
Ingram: Jake Ingram here at Ring of Pain Zero: Battle of the Sexes. Tonight, a controversial contest, the Men's champion undefeated "Hand of God" Michael Norcia faces the Women's champion, Gutter. Gutter, who turns 18 later this month, nearly took a swing at Norcia during a press conference earlier this month when this show was announced after Norcia made a comment about her age. Also on the card, two rematches, Seto Kazuyo and Patricia Jackson as well as Corey O'Brian vs Tina "The Meana" Franklin. Tina as you all know gave O'Brian a minor concussion leaving to an amazingly quick ref stoppage at Thanks for the Bruises. That was O'Brian's secon loss in a row so redemtion is important here.
Sarah Martinez d Seth Williams R1 2:02 KO Via Roundhouse Kick, ***
After about a dozen or so punches were thrown, Martinez basically decided she was bored and kicked William's head in. Not much else to say.
Mei-Wa Ten d John Tunney R1 7:49 Submission Via Knees ***
Tunney's unortodox style managed to score some big shots in, but Ten's speed and conditioning played a huge factor, as she was able to wear Tunney down before DESTROYING him with knees forcing a tapout.
Seto Kazuyo d. Patricia Jackson R1 7:47 TKO via Ground & Pound ***
PJ was able to get some good foundation this time, and definately did better than in her last bout against the "Death God". Still, Kazuyo proved why is he known as the best submission fighter in the world by overwhelming her and eventually winning with a ground and pound.
Harold Creed d. Alicia Gordon R1 3:16 TKO via Back Ground and Pound ***
Gordon was a HOUSE OF FIRE at first, delivering kick after kick, trying to prove she was deserving of a rematch against Gutter. But while Creed doesn't connect with many blows they are like cinder blocks, and eventually Gordon learned that the hard way when she let her guard down for too long and took a huge punch, leading to a mount and a flurry that forced Big Bud to step in.
Tina Franklin d. Corey O'Brian R2 1:19 KO Via Roundhouse *****
AMAZING contest and a FOTY runner-up. O'Brian kept to the clinch, not expecting Franklin to be prepared for this with multiple knees. While O'Brian scored some good takedowns he was hurting and the end of round one was him basically trying to beat the clock and get the time to recover. O'Brian would go right for the kill and go for the leg submission, but Franklin managed to fight through it and with a BRUTAL Roundhouse won the match.
Gutter d. Michael Norcia R1 8:47 KO Via Backfist ****
WCCF forum poll had Norcia as the favorite by a whopping 91/9. Norcia did what brought him to the dance and use an unrelenting assault, but Gutter's street smarts and footwork helped her in defending and counterpunching as well. Norcia would get tired about seven minuites in, and Gutter would endure a last-ditch flurry, before fighting back and finishing Norcia off with a backfist that absolutely floored him.
Post-Fight
Jake Ingram would go to interview Gutter, who simply grabbed the microphone from him, said "I'm no fucking underdog!" and stormed off. Norcia didn't have any words for the crowd either, but was obviously FURIOUS.
Fight of the Night: O'Brian/Franklin
KO of the Night: Gutter
Submission of the Night: Mei-Wa Ten
Year End Awards
MMA Rookie of the Year: Gutter (Runner up: Patricia Jackson)
Upset of the Year: Gutter d Micheal Norcia (Runner up: Franklin d. O'Brian @ TFTB)
Submission of the Year: Saya Kazama Kneebars Giselle Melendez Breaking Her Leg (Runner Up: John Tunney Chokes Out Akira Yamazaki)
KO of the Year: Corey O'Brian Upkicks Seto Kazuyo (Runner Up: Tina Franklin knees out O'Brian)
Men's Fighter of the Year: Corey O'Brian (Runners Up: Michael Norcia & Harold Creed)
Women's Fighter of the Year: Alicia Gordon (Runners Up: Tina Franklin & Gutter)
Fighter of the Year: Tina Franklin (Runners Up: Alicia Gordon & Corey O'Brian)*
Fight of the Year: Alicia Gordon vs Tina Franklin (Runner Up: Corey O'Brian vs Tina Franklin @ RoPZ)
Outstanding Effort Award: Gutter
*= While Alicia Gordon was more dominant in the women's division, Franklin's victories against O'Brian merited her winning Fighter of the Year.
Live at the BankAntlantic Center in Ft Lauderdale Florida
Note: Ring of Pain cards are exhibition matches, set in a ring instead of a cage. There are two rounds of ten minuites, and a split decision is not a draw. Otherwise the fight is held under standard WCCF regulations.
DARK MATCHES
Jun Akitsuki d Paiva DaSilva R1 8:32 KO Via Kicks, ***
Akitsuki's career looked to be bleak, but he definately redeemed himself here. While he wore down DaSilva with his jiu-jitsu, his striking would win him this bout.
Akira Yamazaki d Saya Kazama R1 9:32 KO Via Strikes, ****
Much like the match before it, but the two were FIERCE, with Saya being cut by a knee. Saya was actually the favorite after nearly crippling Giselle Melendez but Yamazaki's jiu-jitsu experience was superior, and while Saya endured a "Bamboo Breaker" Choke, she was too worn out from struggling to avoid the rush of blows that ended this fight.
Gina Rocelli d Craig Hennisey R2 0:14 KO via Suplex ****
The up-and-coming "Rabid Dingo" gave a lot of heart, but Gina Rocelli made it clear that she wanted to prove she was worthy of Women's Title contention, finishing yet another match not with a kick but with a suplex.
Televised Portion Starts
Ingram: Jake Ingram here at Ring of Pain Zero: Battle of the Sexes. Tonight, a controversial contest, the Men's champion undefeated "Hand of God" Michael Norcia faces the Women's champion, Gutter. Gutter, who turns 18 later this month, nearly took a swing at Norcia during a press conference earlier this month when this show was announced after Norcia made a comment about her age. Also on the card, two rematches, Seto Kazuyo and Patricia Jackson as well as Corey O'Brian vs Tina "The Meana" Franklin. Tina as you all know gave O'Brian a minor concussion leaving to an amazingly quick ref stoppage at Thanks for the Bruises. That was O'Brian's secon loss in a row so redemtion is important here.
Sarah Martinez d Seth Williams R1 2:02 KO Via Roundhouse Kick, ***
After about a dozen or so punches were thrown, Martinez basically decided she was bored and kicked William's head in. Not much else to say.
Mei-Wa Ten d John Tunney R1 7:49 Submission Via Knees ***
Tunney's unortodox style managed to score some big shots in, but Ten's speed and conditioning played a huge factor, as she was able to wear Tunney down before DESTROYING him with knees forcing a tapout.
Seto Kazuyo d. Patricia Jackson R1 7:47 TKO via Ground & Pound ***
PJ was able to get some good foundation this time, and definately did better than in her last bout against the "Death God". Still, Kazuyo proved why is he known as the best submission fighter in the world by overwhelming her and eventually winning with a ground and pound.
Harold Creed d. Alicia Gordon R1 3:16 TKO via Back Ground and Pound ***
Gordon was a HOUSE OF FIRE at first, delivering kick after kick, trying to prove she was deserving of a rematch against Gutter. But while Creed doesn't connect with many blows they are like cinder blocks, and eventually Gordon learned that the hard way when she let her guard down for too long and took a huge punch, leading to a mount and a flurry that forced Big Bud to step in.
Tina Franklin d. Corey O'Brian R2 1:19 KO Via Roundhouse *****
AMAZING contest and a FOTY runner-up. O'Brian kept to the clinch, not expecting Franklin to be prepared for this with multiple knees. While O'Brian scored some good takedowns he was hurting and the end of round one was him basically trying to beat the clock and get the time to recover. O'Brian would go right for the kill and go for the leg submission, but Franklin managed to fight through it and with a BRUTAL Roundhouse won the match.
Gutter d. Michael Norcia R1 8:47 KO Via Backfist ****
WCCF forum poll had Norcia as the favorite by a whopping 91/9. Norcia did what brought him to the dance and use an unrelenting assault, but Gutter's street smarts and footwork helped her in defending and counterpunching as well. Norcia would get tired about seven minuites in, and Gutter would endure a last-ditch flurry, before fighting back and finishing Norcia off with a backfist that absolutely floored him.
Post-Fight
Jake Ingram would go to interview Gutter, who simply grabbed the microphone from him, said "I'm no fucking underdog!" and stormed off. Norcia didn't have any words for the crowd either, but was obviously FURIOUS.
Fight of the Night: O'Brian/Franklin
KO of the Night: Gutter
Submission of the Night: Mei-Wa Ten
Year End Awards
MMA Rookie of the Year: Gutter (Runner up: Patricia Jackson)
Upset of the Year: Gutter d Micheal Norcia (Runner up: Franklin d. O'Brian @ TFTB)
Submission of the Year: Saya Kazama Kneebars Giselle Melendez Breaking Her Leg (Runner Up: John Tunney Chokes Out Akira Yamazaki)
KO of the Year: Corey O'Brian Upkicks Seto Kazuyo (Runner Up: Tina Franklin knees out O'Brian)
Men's Fighter of the Year: Corey O'Brian (Runners Up: Michael Norcia & Harold Creed)
Women's Fighter of the Year: Alicia Gordon (Runners Up: Tina Franklin & Gutter)
Fighter of the Year: Tina Franklin (Runners Up: Alicia Gordon & Corey O'Brian)*
Fight of the Year: Alicia Gordon vs Tina Franklin (Runner Up: Corey O'Brian vs Tina Franklin @ RoPZ)
Outstanding Effort Award: Gutter
*= While Alicia Gordon was more dominant in the women's division, Franklin's victories against O'Brian merited her winning Fighter of the Year.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Thanks for the Bruises results!
WCCF Presents: Thanks For The Bruises
Live at the SOLD OUT BankAntlantic Center
Dark Matches
Jun Akitsuki d. Randall "The Vandal" Baker, 2R 3:31, KO via Strikes *
Not really much to say, only that both men were warned for stalling in the opening round. This was supposed to be a chance to get the fan's attention, and they didn't succeed.
Akira Yamazaki d. Reggie Lewis, 2R 2:13, KO via Suplex, **
One-sided, as Yamazaki utterly outwrestled and outbrawled Reggie, who suffers yet another loss in WCCF. Reggie's one remarkable moment was busting open Yamazaki in the opening minuite with a right hand.
Paiva DaSilva d. Sarah Martinez, 3R 0:10, KO via Strikes, ***
A slow first round was followed by a very brutal second round with both fighters giving it their all. Martinez was on an absolute tear in the second half of round two but this woke DaSilva up
Broadcast Starts
Ingram: Jake Ingram here and this is a powder keg waiting to happen, the main event is full to the brim with tension. Here's the story for those who don't know. A year ago, the WCCF Women's Champion Alicia Gordon did battle with OG-Joshi champion Holly. During the match, Alicia was distracted by a vicious assault of fan favorite Dizzy Cavuto, who was forced into retirement from the attack. Some say Gordon has been mentally scarred from the incident, and as another effect, Dizzy has sicced a monster by the name of Nicole Dramsei on OG-Joshi to the point where most of the company's employees are not even allowed out of security's sight for a moment for their own safety. And even THAT doesn't seem to stop her as she attacked Holly's brother at a recent show. Holly and Gordon can't touch each other due to a cease fire agreement between their two factions, but Holly is here, with OrochiGeese, CEO of Orochi-O's and the man behind OG-Joshi and Universal Battalion League as well as a dozen security officers. Our own security is armed and has been ordered to prevent Nicole Dramsei from entering this building and are legally authorized to use force to do so. It should be interesting to point out that Holly chose a seat right next to the blue corner, where Gordon will be for her match.
Also, there was a rumor floating around and has persisted in both OG-Joshi and WCCF community that Gutter, who also competes for OG-Joshi, was paid by Holly to injure Alicia Gordon. Well hopefully we are squashing this rumor for good. Both women have gone ON RECORD saying they didn't even meet. Nobody seems to know where this rumor came from, but it's absolutely not true. However, Gutter did note that she wants to injure Gordon due to a comment implying that she is being coddled by her de facto guardian Jean Carter. So this one might get personal and FAST.
There is one rumor that is true. WCCF's next event will feature our speciality of intergender fighing exclusively, and will also be our prototype for a new show format as well. It will be called "Ring of Pain Zero: Battle of the Sexes"
Without further ado, folks, sit back and enjoy the best MMA fighters in the world competing.
Saya Kazama d. Giselle Melendez, 2R 1:30, Sub via Kneebar, ***
Nobody told the younger Kazama sister that Vegas put her at 30 to 1. In fact, she ATE MELENDEZ ALIVE. Well, not literally, but in the non-cannibalistic sense. Melendez held her off at first with those tree-like legs kicking, but more were missing than landing, and Kazama managed to take the giant down and deliver a kneebar that not only forced a submission but caused bone to poke through skin! Melendez was immediately taken on a stretcher to the Emergency Room.
Sergei Yakolev d. John Tunney, 2R 2:38, Sub via Punches, ***
It was Tunney's biggest challenge yet, and perhaps it was too big, as Sergei Yakolev was hungry for a chance to put himself back in the running for the Men's title. Tunney's unorthodox style scored him some good hits but it couldn't help him against Yakolev's skill and power, delivering a back suplex and following up with punches forcing a tapout.
Gina Rocelli d. Patricia Jackson, 2R 4:05, KO via Kicks, ****
Whoever won this fight would be in the best standing for the next chance at the women's title, and it was down to whoever wanted it more. It looked like PJ had Gina with a quick takedown and her expert application of chokes, but Gina survived the first round and after a pep talk with her coaches, managed to not only null PJ's offense, but went for some submissions of her own, including an impressive kimura attempt. PJ's first round had left her tired, and her sloppyness showed. In the end though Gina won with what she's best at, her brutal Muay Thai kicks, ending with a roundhouse.
Harold Creed d. Seth Williams, 2R 1:43, TKO via Stoppage, ***
Two boxers with two different schools of fighting; the heavy handed style of Harold Creed and the stick-and-move style of Seth Williams. "He is Indeed" however had problems getting through Creed's reach, and Creed used some dirty boxing as well. The finish was controversial and awkward; Creed was cut but it was William's eye, which was swollen shut, that caused Big Bud to stop the fight, and the doctors confirmed that Williams was unable to see properly, ending this otherwise crowd-pleasing fight.
Intergender Match: Tina Franklin d. Corey O'Brian, 1R 3:42, TKO via Knees, ***
WOW. O'Brian had his gameplan and it was working well until a mistimed takedown ended up with vicious knees and O'Brian went limp. A stretcher was almost wheeled in, as O'Brian has had a history of neck injuries and people feared the worst, but O'Brian was able to eventually stand... although he seemed to be extremely concussed. He was able to leave on his feet (albeit with assistance from his friend Xander Starr) and went to the hospital as well.
Women's Division Title Match: Gutter d. Alicia Gordon, 2R 2:09, KO via Punches, ***** NEW CHAMPION
This was everything that was expected: Fast, brutal, and full of action. Gordon was doing very well at first but Gutter's survival instincts allowed her to defend herself from the worst of Gordon's onslaught. Between rounds Gordon just stared daggers at Holly, totally ignoring Thunderstrike and Jang Bae, but the OG-J champ didn't seem to say a single word. Her mere presence brought out RAGE from Gordon, who came out swinging for the fences, but Gordon made a fatal error: She kept her hands down too often too long, and was punished for it, Gutter finishing her off with a combination that sent her crumbling to the floor. Ingram asked Gutter for her thoughts, Gutter said "No comment", took her belt, and left. Gordon didn't say a word either, just headed out, giving another lethal stare to Holly who sarcastically clapped at her as the show came to a close.
MATCH OF THE NIGHT: Gutter/Gordon
KNOCKOUT OF THE NIGHT: Tina Franklin
SUBMISSION OF THE NIGHT: Saya Kazama
Live at the SOLD OUT BankAntlantic Center
Dark Matches
Jun Akitsuki d. Randall "The Vandal" Baker, 2R 3:31, KO via Strikes *
Not really much to say, only that both men were warned for stalling in the opening round. This was supposed to be a chance to get the fan's attention, and they didn't succeed.
Akira Yamazaki d. Reggie Lewis, 2R 2:13, KO via Suplex, **
One-sided, as Yamazaki utterly outwrestled and outbrawled Reggie, who suffers yet another loss in WCCF. Reggie's one remarkable moment was busting open Yamazaki in the opening minuite with a right hand.
Paiva DaSilva d. Sarah Martinez, 3R 0:10, KO via Strikes, ***
A slow first round was followed by a very brutal second round with both fighters giving it their all. Martinez was on an absolute tear in the second half of round two but this woke DaSilva up
Broadcast Starts
Ingram: Jake Ingram here and this is a powder keg waiting to happen, the main event is full to the brim with tension. Here's the story for those who don't know. A year ago, the WCCF Women's Champion Alicia Gordon did battle with OG-Joshi champion Holly. During the match, Alicia was distracted by a vicious assault of fan favorite Dizzy Cavuto, who was forced into retirement from the attack. Some say Gordon has been mentally scarred from the incident, and as another effect, Dizzy has sicced a monster by the name of Nicole Dramsei on OG-Joshi to the point where most of the company's employees are not even allowed out of security's sight for a moment for their own safety. And even THAT doesn't seem to stop her as she attacked Holly's brother at a recent show. Holly and Gordon can't touch each other due to a cease fire agreement between their two factions, but Holly is here, with OrochiGeese, CEO of Orochi-O's and the man behind OG-Joshi and Universal Battalion League as well as a dozen security officers. Our own security is armed and has been ordered to prevent Nicole Dramsei from entering this building and are legally authorized to use force to do so. It should be interesting to point out that Holly chose a seat right next to the blue corner, where Gordon will be for her match.
Also, there was a rumor floating around and has persisted in both OG-Joshi and WCCF community that Gutter, who also competes for OG-Joshi, was paid by Holly to injure Alicia Gordon. Well hopefully we are squashing this rumor for good. Both women have gone ON RECORD saying they didn't even meet. Nobody seems to know where this rumor came from, but it's absolutely not true. However, Gutter did note that she wants to injure Gordon due to a comment implying that she is being coddled by her de facto guardian Jean Carter. So this one might get personal and FAST.
There is one rumor that is true. WCCF's next event will feature our speciality of intergender fighing exclusively, and will also be our prototype for a new show format as well. It will be called "Ring of Pain Zero: Battle of the Sexes"
Without further ado, folks, sit back and enjoy the best MMA fighters in the world competing.
Saya Kazama d. Giselle Melendez, 2R 1:30, Sub via Kneebar, ***
Nobody told the younger Kazama sister that Vegas put her at 30 to 1. In fact, she ATE MELENDEZ ALIVE. Well, not literally, but in the non-cannibalistic sense. Melendez held her off at first with those tree-like legs kicking, but more were missing than landing, and Kazama managed to take the giant down and deliver a kneebar that not only forced a submission but caused bone to poke through skin! Melendez was immediately taken on a stretcher to the Emergency Room.
Sergei Yakolev d. John Tunney, 2R 2:38, Sub via Punches, ***
It was Tunney's biggest challenge yet, and perhaps it was too big, as Sergei Yakolev was hungry for a chance to put himself back in the running for the Men's title. Tunney's unorthodox style scored him some good hits but it couldn't help him against Yakolev's skill and power, delivering a back suplex and following up with punches forcing a tapout.
Gina Rocelli d. Patricia Jackson, 2R 4:05, KO via Kicks, ****
Whoever won this fight would be in the best standing for the next chance at the women's title, and it was down to whoever wanted it more. It looked like PJ had Gina with a quick takedown and her expert application of chokes, but Gina survived the first round and after a pep talk with her coaches, managed to not only null PJ's offense, but went for some submissions of her own, including an impressive kimura attempt. PJ's first round had left her tired, and her sloppyness showed. In the end though Gina won with what she's best at, her brutal Muay Thai kicks, ending with a roundhouse.
Harold Creed d. Seth Williams, 2R 1:43, TKO via Stoppage, ***
Two boxers with two different schools of fighting; the heavy handed style of Harold Creed and the stick-and-move style of Seth Williams. "He is Indeed" however had problems getting through Creed's reach, and Creed used some dirty boxing as well. The finish was controversial and awkward; Creed was cut but it was William's eye, which was swollen shut, that caused Big Bud to stop the fight, and the doctors confirmed that Williams was unable to see properly, ending this otherwise crowd-pleasing fight.
Intergender Match: Tina Franklin d. Corey O'Brian, 1R 3:42, TKO via Knees, ***
WOW. O'Brian had his gameplan and it was working well until a mistimed takedown ended up with vicious knees and O'Brian went limp. A stretcher was almost wheeled in, as O'Brian has had a history of neck injuries and people feared the worst, but O'Brian was able to eventually stand... although he seemed to be extremely concussed. He was able to leave on his feet (albeit with assistance from his friend Xander Starr) and went to the hospital as well.
Women's Division Title Match: Gutter d. Alicia Gordon, 2R 2:09, KO via Punches, ***** NEW CHAMPION
This was everything that was expected: Fast, brutal, and full of action. Gordon was doing very well at first but Gutter's survival instincts allowed her to defend herself from the worst of Gordon's onslaught. Between rounds Gordon just stared daggers at Holly, totally ignoring Thunderstrike and Jang Bae, but the OG-J champ didn't seem to say a single word. Her mere presence brought out RAGE from Gordon, who came out swinging for the fences, but Gordon made a fatal error: She kept her hands down too often too long, and was punished for it, Gutter finishing her off with a combination that sent her crumbling to the floor. Ingram asked Gutter for her thoughts, Gutter said "No comment", took her belt, and left. Gordon didn't say a word either, just headed out, giving another lethal stare to Holly who sarcastically clapped at her as the show came to a close.
MATCH OF THE NIGHT: Gutter/Gordon
KNOCKOUT OF THE NIGHT: Tina Franklin
SUBMISSION OF THE NIGHT: Saya Kazama
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Gutter Press Conference
After much pressuring and talking with Gutter's de facto legal guardian Jean Carter, we finally managed to get a chance to get words from the number one contender for the Women's Championship, Gutter. Gutter is wearing what some know as her wrestling attire. An absolutely FILTHY shirt and pair of jean shorts, as well as her trademark "Fuck You" bandana.
Reporter 1: Frank Stein with Gravedigger Magazine, how confident are you that you will win your fight against Alicia Gordon?
Gutter: Bitch ain't lasting a minuite.
Reporter 2: Kevin Hall with the Sun-Sentinel, you've been given offers from other fighters to coach you to prepare for your match. Any comments on that?
Gutter: I never needed anyone to help me. Franklin and the others are wasting their time.
Reporter 1: Frank Stein again, there has been a recent rumor that Holly Walker, who is said to be attending at ringside with OrochiGeese, has asked you to severely injure Alicia Gordon. Any truth to this?
Gutter: Who the fuck is Holly Walker?
Reporter 1: The OG-Joshi and LAWL champion, and... (remembering what happened to a reporter at a recent OrochiGeese conference) friend of Orochi-Os president OrochiGeese?
Gutter: Oh... didn't say shit to me, and even if she did, she'd be wasting her time.
Reporter 1: Why is that?
Gutter: Two reasons... one, I don't do favors for anyone. I only did this so Jean Carter'd finally shut up about it. Two, if I get the chance, I'm going to break Gordon's leg. Nobody calls me a fuckin spoiled brat.
Reporter 3: Mac A Rena with TZM.net, there's been a question on many people's minds. You compete for four promotions, and yet you apparently have only two changes of clothing and allegedy eat only fast food, not to mention your travel and lodging covered by Orochi-O's... what do you do with all that money.
Gutter: No comment.
Reporter 3: But...
Gutter: NO FUCKING COMMENT. I'm done with this shit.
Gutter storms off the stage
Reporter 1: Frank Stein with Gravedigger Magazine, how confident are you that you will win your fight against Alicia Gordon?
Gutter: Bitch ain't lasting a minuite.
Reporter 2: Kevin Hall with the Sun-Sentinel, you've been given offers from other fighters to coach you to prepare for your match. Any comments on that?
Gutter: I never needed anyone to help me. Franklin and the others are wasting their time.
Reporter 1: Frank Stein again, there has been a recent rumor that Holly Walker, who is said to be attending at ringside with OrochiGeese, has asked you to severely injure Alicia Gordon. Any truth to this?
Gutter: Who the fuck is Holly Walker?
Reporter 1: The OG-Joshi and LAWL champion, and... (remembering what happened to a reporter at a recent OrochiGeese conference) friend of Orochi-Os president OrochiGeese?
Gutter: Oh... didn't say shit to me, and even if she did, she'd be wasting her time.
Reporter 1: Why is that?
Gutter: Two reasons... one, I don't do favors for anyone. I only did this so Jean Carter'd finally shut up about it. Two, if I get the chance, I'm going to break Gordon's leg. Nobody calls me a fuckin spoiled brat.
Reporter 3: Mac A Rena with TZM.net, there's been a question on many people's minds. You compete for four promotions, and yet you apparently have only two changes of clothing and allegedy eat only fast food, not to mention your travel and lodging covered by Orochi-O's... what do you do with all that money.
Gutter: No comment.
Reporter 3: But...
Gutter: NO FUCKING COMMENT. I'm done with this shit.
Gutter storms off the stage
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