GAMMA: Reigniting The Fire

[LoNdOn]

Bellfort: "He connects.........and this one is over!"

Ward: "BANG.......Goodnight sweetheart."

Carpe: "And that's all she wrote!"

Ward: "What a fight!"

Bellfort: "And this is exactly why MMA is taking over the sporting world!"



And so the Legacy of GAMMA continues. The MMA world is ever expanding with great fighters competing all over the world in multiple organisations. The exposure of MMA has encouraged athletes around the globe to take up a variety of fighting arts training in the hope of some day tasting world championship gold. Many will fall short, but for those elite few, their destiny awaits. Whether in the cage or the ring, epic battles will be waged. Men and women will suffer crushing defeats whilst others will bask in the euphoria of victory. Only one thing is for sure, we are in for one hell of a ride.

"There are two rules for being successful in martial arts. Rule 1: Never tell others everything you know. Rule 2: See rule number 1."

"Where there is only a choice between cowardice and violence, I would advise violence."
~ Mohandas Gandhi


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GAMMA Rankings after GAMMA 59


Heavyweight
1) James Foster (36-4-1) (19-2) (c)
2) Mugur Boc (11-0) (3-0)
3) Tank Manu’a (20-6) (4-1)
4) Grzegorz Boniek (37-5) (1-1)
5) Ari Peltonen (25-8) (2-1)
6) Raul Hughes (13-3) (12-3)
7) Rav Kapur (10-0) (0-0)
8) Kurt McDonald (9-0) (2-0)
9) Ikuhisa Tamura (22-9) (2-1)
10) Hiro Arai (11-1) (0-0)
11) Armen Sarkisian (14-1) (0-0)
12) Tony McCall (33-11) (4-2)
13) Steve Mason (8-0) (0-0)
14) Tim Boyer (19-5-2) (11-4)
15) Perry Barr (21-4) (0-1)
16) Souleymane Ya Konan (10-1) (0-0)
17) Fatuma Roy (21-10) (3-2)
18) Rick Stanley (22-8-3) (13-6)
19) Frank Sheedy (22-9) (0-1)
20) Marvin Stevens (22-11) (2-3)
21) Christopher Sharp (10-4) (4-3)
22) Jack Cobblepot (39-10-3) (17-6-1)
23) Norman Pike (16-6) (2-2)
24) Milton Harvey (32-14) (3-3)
25) Guy Broom (0-1) (0-1)


Light Heavyweight
1) Roberto Aldez (45-7) (11-2) (c)
2) Mike Watson (12-1) (10-1)
3) Zvonimir Asanovic (16-2) (10-1)
4) Anthony LeToussier (15-4) (11-3)
5) Jerry Bogdonovich (10-1) (5-1)
6) Linfield Ballard (22-9) (10-3)
7) John Rivero (14-3) (4-2)
8) Curt Kitson (22-4) (2-0)
9) Lawrence Herringbone (16-4) (4-1)
10) Aleksei Chekhov (22-4) (0-1)
11) Kendall Tracey (11-2) (5-2)
12) Ken Peters (9-1) (1-1)
13) Faas Smit (37-16) (3-5)
14) Derek South (14-5) (2-2)
15) Ricky Heath (15-3) (4-1)
16) Joshua Hope (3-0) (2-0)
17) Mark Cohen (34-9-1) (20-6)
18) Christian Mountfield (12-4) (4-2)
19) Jethro Munter (14-5) (6-3)
20) Terry Catt (3-0) (0-0)
21) Junior Patinkin (4-2) (0-1)
22) Glenn Pimm (29-12) (6-5)
23) Spencer Rubenstein (1-0) (1-0)
24) Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-7) (7-5)


Middleweight
1) Neil Napier (19-0) (10-0) (c)
2) Matthew Dean (32-6) (6-2)
3) Buddy Garner (16-1) (11-1)
4) Stuart Strange (12-2) (9-2)
5) Leonardo da Costa (16-2) (3-1)
6) Petey Mack (16-2) (1-0)
7) Adam White (8-1) (3-1)
8) Mac Fuller (30-7) (16-5)
9) JJ Reid (27-4) (7-2)
10) Alex Cole (14-1) (0-0)
11) Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-1) (1-1)
12) Patrick Thomas (12-4) (1-2)
13) Joaquim Fontes (13-2) (0-1)
14) Ashley Ballard (11-2) (2-2)
15) Jorge Hormazabal (21-10) (2-3)
16) Maarten De Vries (13-5) (9-3)
17) Zaco (45-15) (8-4)
18) Wes Hersch (2-1) (2-1)
19) Carl Ratcliffe (17-7) (6-4)
20) Osmosis Benn (3-1) (1-1)
21) Thomas Smith (11-2) (2-1)
22) Heath Kaladaris (0-0) (0-0)
23) Jakuchu Abe (0-0) (0-0)


Welterweight
1) Darin Blood (14-2) (7-0) (c)
2) Julio Regueiro (16-1-1) (9-1)
3) Kafu Bunya (12-0) (0-0)
4) Heikichi Shimizu (4-0) (3-0)
5) Jack Humphreys (25-5) (13-4)
6) Alan Kendall (14-4) (9-3)
7) David Allen (16-2) (7-1)
8) Tomohiro Takeuchi (19-4) (1-0)
9) Dan Halvorsen (36-13-2) (15-8)
10) Jim Carpenter (53-9-2) (2-0)
11) Kenneth Toadspew (14-2) (2-0)
12) Anthony Ray Shenkman (18-3) (1-0)
13) Datuk Ong Ka Ting (8-0) (0-0)
14) Claudio Palacios (23-8) (0-1)
15) Joe Hinchcliffe (26-7) (7-3)
16) Alberto Basora (15-6) (0-1)
17) Simon Vine (19-8) (3-3)
18) Geoff Cahill (47-24) (11-6)
19) Josh Aldarisio (3-0) (2-0)
20) Will Kane (16-7) (0-1)
21) Lloyd McAllister (12-4) (4-2)
22) Evan Pizzarro (4-0) (3-0)
23) Phil Ball (11-5) (3-1)
24) Colm Dee (14-4) (0-2)
25) Diego Arteta (2-0) (1-0)
26) Callum Henson (18-9) (4-2)
27) Agustin Gonzalez (8-6) (1-3)
28) Felix Mattherson Jr (1-0) (1-0)
29) Bruno Epps (7-5) (0-2)
30) Dana Delaney (8-4) (0-2)
31) Rich Robinson (3-0) (0-0)


Lightweight
1) Li-Kong Ho (22-0) (2-0) (c)
2) Sean Morrison (28-4) (16-2)
3) Helio (23-2) (2-0)
4) Bruce Steven (22-3) (7-1)
5) Brandon Sugar (28-5) (1-0)
6) Luke Hilton (10-1) (3-1)
7) Fiyero Lermontov (12-0) (0-0)
8) Lubos Plasil (10-1)
9) Lukas Mellberg (19-3) (1-0)
10) Benny Danare (9-1) (1-1)
11) Beau Gorshin (38-11) (9-5)
12) Charles Stiles (16-4) (6-3)
13) Sammy Gaffigan (17-3) (1-0)
14) Bud Brockett (19-4) (5-1)
15) Rafael Tavares (13-4) (0-0)
16) Tarcisio Dantas (7-0) (2-0)
17) Rodolphe Gygax (27-10) (0-1)
18) Jackson Gray (19-8) (1-1)
19) Georges Nouri (11-3) (1-2)
20) Korekiyo Anzai (10-1) (0-0)
21) Aaron McBroom (10-4) (3-2)
22) Kenny Magilton (8-4) (2-2)
23) Peter Bracewell (21-8) (4-3)
24) Duane Weatherly (14-11) (3-4)
25) Joel Adams (17-15) (2-4)
26) Cory Brewer (7-5) (0-3)

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 42: The Legacy Begins Again

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) vs Raul Hughes

Co-Main Event
Mike Watson vs John Rivero (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Allan Kendall vs Darin Blood (Welterweight)
Ashley Ballard vs Jorge Hormazabal (Middleweight)
Bud Brockett vs Jackson Gray (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Christopher Sharp vs Norbert Vinkus (Heavyweight)
Jerry Bogdonovich vs Glenn Pimm (Light Heavyweight)


GAMMA kick off 1999 with a stacked card which includes Raul Hughes vs James Foster for the Heavyweight title. With the temprament of Hughes and the wrestling calibre of Foster, fireworks are to be expected in this one.

Writers Note: Predictions are welcome as always guys. For those who predicted on the Legacy of GAMMA I will carry over the prediction rankings to keep the competition going. Any newcomers to my diaries are still encouraged to get predicting. When the activity picks back up I will implement the Roundtable discussion.............Feels good to be back :)

[Zeel1]

Glad to see this back! I'll be sure to do the roundtable when it comes back, always thought that was cool.

GAMMA 42: The Legacy Begins Again

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) vs Raul Hughes
Hughes always gives Foster a fight, but most of the time, the champ retains against him.

Co-Main Event
Mike Watson vs John Rivero (Light Heavyweight)
Rivero's good, but Watson is one of the icons of this weightclass. Have to give the edge to him.

Main Card
Allan Kendall vs Darin Blood (Welterweight)
Ashley Ballard vs Jorge Hormazabal (Middleweight)
Bud Brockett vs Jackson Gray (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Christopher Sharp vs Norbert Vinkus (Heavyweight)
Jerry Bogdonovich vs Glenn Pimm (Light Heavyweight)
Always liked Jerry, for some reason.

[LoNdOn]

Countdown to GAMMA 42: The Legacy Begins Again

Bellfort: Hello everybody and welcome to the first edition of The Countdown. I am your host, Tom Belfort alongside our special guest for the evening, the GAMMA Lightweight Champion, Sean Morrison.

Morrison: Hi Tom, nice to be here. Looking forward to talking some MMA.

Bellfort: I am also joined tonight by MMA entusiast Zeel1. Well now that the introductions are out of the way we can now get down to the business at hand. GAMMA 42 The Legacy Begins Again this coming Saturday from Las Vegas, Nevada. Let's start with the big main event. James Foster vs Raul Hughes for the GAMMA Heavyweight Championship.

James Foster (c) vs Raul Hughes

Zeel1: Ah yes, one of the most anticipated main events in not just GAMMA history, but in MMA history! James Foster vs. Raul Hughes - hell, we may as well call this the Unstoppable Force vs. the Immovable Object! This is going to be one hell of a fight. A lot of Foster's detractors have labeled Hughes as "the last hope" - the last chance to finally knock Foster out of the limelight, and give someone else a little time on top! But I gotta tell you, guys..if you were to hold a gun to my head, and ask me who wins, I have to go with Captain America himself, James Foster to retain yet again! He's one of the most dominant and popular champions of any sport, period. As much of a stud as Hughes is..I don't know if he can stop him.

Morrison: Both of these guys are bad dudes that's for sure. Hughes has the granite hands, Foster has the elite level wrestling. Personally I see Foster grounding out Hughes but I don't think it will be easy. Possibly a third round TKO.

Bellfort: I also think that Foster will pull this one out of the bag, but I have to admit, Hughes is a joy to watch in the cage. He is never dull and has KOd more people than I can think of. If Foster isn't carefull he could very easily be added to that list. I see Foster winning a unanimous decision.

Mike Watson vs John Rivero

Morrison: An interesting fight for sure and I can see either man winning. But if I had to put money on someone.............I think I would say Rivero catching Watson in a submission after Watson gets too wreckless with his striking.

Bellfort: I have to agree. I can see Rivero taking the fight to the floor quickly as he wants no part of Watson's stand up. I mean who would? I can see John slipping a nice triangle to end this one at some stage of the third.

Zeel1: This is a fine fight here - two of the top of the Light Heavyweight division, and I have to think the winner of this fight will have a title match in their future. That said, I have to give the edge here to Mike Watson. All due respect to John Rivero - he's a tough mother, and could probably beat most heavyweights. But Mike Watson..he's something else, man. The guy is a prodigal fighter with very few weaknesses. In my opinion, Watson is the future of this division - and I think this will go down as a career-defining fight for the Calgary Assassin.

Alan Kendall vs Darin Blood

Zeel1: Fairly tough to call this one here, as two top standouts of the Welterweight division go one-on-one. However, my call here will be with Darin Blood. He's on the verge of the elite - and has been for some time. I don't really think Kendall - with all due respect to him - is at that same level. I predict Blood to win this, and given Kendall's weakness on the ground, I'd hazard a guess towards a submission victory for the dangerous one.

Morrison: Kendall is a big welterweight. Physically imposing, good striker and pretty damn powerful to boot. Blood is a smooth technician though, not quite as smooth as "Spanish Silk", but smooth all the same. This will be a tough fight to call. Having said that I can see Blood getting an armbar on the floor in the second. This may be enough for Blood to get a future shot at the Welterweight title.

Bellfort: Kendall will catch Blood and drop him early. I think he will proceed to pound him out from there. No disrespect to Blood but Kendall is a monster.

Ashley Ballard vs Jorge Hormazabal

Bellfort: I can see Ballard using his stand up skills to his advantage in this fight. Jorge will not be able to get in close enough to inflict any damage. Ballard to win by unanimous decision.

Zeel1: I like this match-up - pits two men against each other who are both better on their feet then off them. I predict this to be a punching fan's kind of fight, and it's because of that reason that I see this ending in a knock out. As for who wins, well..this is likely the hardest match of the night to call, for me atleast. Jorge holds the experiance, but Ashley's beaten people more experianced than him before. On the flipside, if the fight does go to the ground, I think Jorge will have a bit more of an advantage over Ballard. That being said..I have to with Ballard. As I stated, I predict a KO - and the man with the most dangerous hands in this fight, in my opinion, is the Tiger. So I'm going with Ashley Ballard..wouldn't want to bet money either way, though.

Morrison: Yes. Ballard is the better fighter plain and simple. I still don't see ballard finishing Hormazabal so I agree with Tom on this one. Ballard by unanimous decision.

Bud Brockett vs Jackson Gray

Zeel1: Interesting fight. I like both guys, but I have to go with Bud Brockett here. The Rocket is an under rated aspect of the Lightweight division, in my view, and is one of the dark horses out there to unseat Morrison. Gray's no slouch, but Brockett just outlcasses him here. If Brockett were up against a dangerous puncher, I'd fear for him as he's knocked out easy - but punching is one of Gray's biggest weaknesses! So, given that, I'm going with Bud Brockett to take this one.

Morrison: You do realise I am sitting right next to you yes? haha. Brockett will more than likely end this fight early. I would think this will end in a TKO. I agree that Brockett is a good fighter, but I don't think he could beat me. I don't want to sound like a braggart, but I think I am better than him in every area.

Bellfort: Brockett is good, but he isn't great. At least not yet. I think he is better in striking, wrestling and submissions than Gray though and that he could beat Jackson in any of these areas. This fight will not go the distance. Brockett by submission.

Christopher Sharp vs Norbert Vinkus

Morrison: I respect Vinkus greatly and it gives me no pleasure to say this but MMA has passed him by. Sharp is on the rise and I can see him stopping "The Rock" in the second round, if not the first.

Zeel1: Boy, Norbert is a dangerous looking man..if this were pro wrestling, he'd probably win this fight, and every other fight he was ever booked in. Fortunately for Sharp, this isn't pro wrestling and..I may be going out on a limb here, but I think Vinkus' best days are behind him. Whereas Sharp has a huge upside to him. This would be a bit of an upset, but I'm going to call for Sharp to take this one to the ground - and as has been long known, Vinkus simply can't handle himself well when forced into the guard - and cause the submission, or the TKO. Look out for Sharp.

Bellfort: I believe that this will be a stepping stone for Sharp who will be looking to bigger and better things afterwards. Sharp to win by KO in the first.

Jerry Bogdonovich vs Glenn Pimm

Zeel1: Another fight between two men who are much better suited to staying on their feet. And another fight in which I'm calling for an upset. Jerry Bogdonovich is a very talented fighter, and I think he'll become very dangerous once he gets more fights under his belt. In this match, it's likely to be a punch out..and quite simply, the more dangerous puncher, in my view, is the Bodog Fight himself, Jerry Bogdonovich. By the way, I respect Glenn Pimm as a puncher..but who is he trying to kid with his style? He can't wrestle. He always opens up fights trying to outwrestle opponents, and always ends up on his back, trying to fight out of the mess he's put himself in. You'd think someone as experianced as him would learn, but he never does!

Morrison: Bogdonovich is a crowd pleaser. If awards were handed out by those in attendance, Jerry would win them all. Pimm is a solid veteran but he cannot deal with Jerry whilst standing. Bogdonovich will win by a "where the hell are you throwing that from zzzzzzzz" punch.

Bellfort: Haha. I have to agree wholeheartedly. Bogdonovich will overwhelm Pimm and end it in the second. This will be the best fight of the night in my opinion. Fireworks throughout.


Bellfort: And finally Sean, what is next for you?

Morrison: I will be defending my title in the next couple of months. As far as I'm aware I believe it will be against Bruce Steven, but nothing has been confirmed yet. So keep an eye out for that one.

Bellfort: We most certainly will and thank you for joining us Sean. My thanks also go to Zeel1 who has been an excellent pannelist. I hope to see you for the next roundtable. Well that's all for tonight folks, this has been Tom Bellfort presenting for you, The Countdown. Goodnight folks. We will see you cageside!

[mmaaddict]

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster vs Raul Hughes

Co-Main Event
Mike Watson vs John Rivero

Main Card
Allan Kendall vs Darin Blood
Ashley Ballard vs Jorge Hormazabal
Bud Brockett vs Jackson Gray

Preliminary
Christopher Sharp vs Norbert Vinkus
Jerry Bogdonovich vs Glenn Pimm

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 42: The Legacy Begins Again


Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 4,233 for a gate of $211,650
Pay-Per-View: 64,051 for revenue of $256,204
Saturday of Week 4, January 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg


Song is played during fighter interview highlights.

Watson: "It's no secret that I want the Light Heavyweight title. Right now Rivero is standing in my way."

Rivero: "If he makes the mistake of looking past me he is gonna get caught. All it takes is one mistake."

Hughes: "Foster is just holding onto my belt. Tonight I am going to take it off his hands."

Foster: "He can say whatever he wants. Talk won't win him any fights."

Hughes: "Foster, your ass is mine!"

Foster: "This fight won't last long."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Jerry Bogdonovich (5-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-11)
>The fight begins!
>Pimm comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Bogdonovich sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown doesn't work, Bogdonovich saw it coming and got out of range.
>Bogdonovich snaps off a crisp jab.
>Pimm tries for a series of strikes but Bogdonovich moves out of range.
>Bogdonovich counters a punch by hitting a series of big punches, putting Pimm down on the ground!
>Pimm shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert.
>On his back, Pimm watches as Bogdonovich comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.
>Bogdonovich attains side control.
>Bogdonovich pounds away on Pimm, landing several great shots that rock Pimm!
>Bogdonovich looks to get a mount.
>He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt.
>Bogdonovich blocks Pimm as he tries a transition to guard.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Bogdonovich fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Bogdonovich throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>Bogdonovich blocks Pimm as he tries a transition to guard.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>In side control, Bogdonovich throws a couple of punches designed to keep Pimm guessing.
>Pimm goes for the sweep from side control.
>Pimm sweeps Bogdonovich, and they both scramble back to their feet.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>Round two begins!
>Pimm is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Bogdonovich.
>A counter punch catches Pimm hard, almost putting him down!
>Pimm tries for a series of strikes but Bogdonovich moves out of range.
>Pimm uses a combination of three punches to get Bogdonovich to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Bogdonovich strikes first and manages to rock Pimm with a solid punch!
>Pimm is knocked off his feet by a barrage of big punches!
>Almost immediately Pimm has shaken it off and is ready for Bogdonovich.
>Bogdonovich tries to secure a ground position.
>Pimm tries to get free, but Bogdonovich is able to secure side control.
>Bogdonovich fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Bogdonovich pounds away from side control, but is unable to land many clean shots on Pimm.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Bogdonovich looks to get a mount.
>Pimm doesn't let Bogdonovich get the mount, and so he remains at side control.
>Pimm tries to move to guard, but Bogdonovich doesn't allow it.
>Bogdonovich throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Pimm tries to move to guard, but Bogdonovich doesn't allow it.
>Bogdonovich throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>Pimm tries to pull guard on Bogdonovich but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>Pimm shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Bogdonovich sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown doesn't work, Bogdonovich saw it coming and got out of range.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Between rounds, his corner told Pimm to take it to the ground as early as possible in this round.
>Pimm looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Bogdonovich.
>Bogdonovich counters with a punch that catches Pimm flush...and he goes down!
>Bogdonovich doesn't have time to capitalise though, as Pimm recovers his wits quickly.
>Bogdonovich hovers, wary of up-kicks, then darts in to hit a punch before retreating again.
>Bogdonovich tries to secure a ground position.
>Pimm is unable to prevent Bogdonovich from getting side control.
>Bogdonovich throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>Pimm pulls half guard.
>Bogdonovich fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Pimm reaches over and tries to lock up an arm.
>Bogdonovich defends it.
>Bogdonovich throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Pimm struggles and manages to go from half guard to full guard.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Bogdonovich keeps Pimm guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Pimm tries to throw some elbows from the bottom, but Bogdonovich smothers him.
>Bogdonovich throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Bogdonovich punches down at Pimm, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Pimm tries to throw some elbows from the bottom, but Bogdonovich smothers him.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Bogdonovich punches down at Pimm, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Pimm smothers Bogdonovich with close control, stopping him from posturing up.
>Bogdonovich pounds away from the guard with elbows, but Pimm isn't troubled by them.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 30-27 to Bogdonovich.
>Judge #2 has scored it 30-27 Bogdonovich.
>Judge #3: 30-27 Bogdonovich.
>'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich wins by unanimous decision!



Norbert Vinkus (15-5) vs Christopher Sharp (9-1)
>The fight begins!
>Sharp throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Sharp is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock.
>Vinkus unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Sharp.
>Vinkus pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots to the body and side of the head.
>Vinkus pounds away on the body and side of the head, Sharp struggles to deal with them.
>Vinkus pounds away on Sharp, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Sharp takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing.
>Sharp throws a jab but Vinkus avoids it.
>Sharp throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Sharp is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Vinkus pounds away on the body and side of the head, Sharp struggles to deal with them.
>Sharp takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing.
>Sharp counters a wayward jab with a clean punch.
>Sharp glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Vinkus quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Sharp counters a punch by hitting a clean punch.
>Sharp keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting up, Vinkus quickly steps in closer to attack Sharp.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out
>Round two begins!
>Between rounds, his corner told Sharp to be aggressive and really let his hands go.
>Vinkus looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Vinkus is surprised by a vicious countering uppercut, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Sharp avoids a flurry of punches and hits a straight punch.
>Sharp avoids a punch and scores with a clean punch.
>Sharp avoids a jab and scores with a clean jab.
>A straight punch from Sharp fails to land.
>Not letting up, Vinkus steps in closer to pressure Sharp into action.
>Vinkus steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Sharp sneaks a glance at his corner.
>Vinkus seems to be waiting for Sharp to make a move.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Sharp avoids a quick jab and hits a clean punch.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Sharp side-steps a barrage of big punches and hits a nice jab.
>Sharp circles as he plans his next move.
>Vinkus doesn't press the issue, allowing Sharp to circle.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Vinkus is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Sharp.
>Sharp is pulled into a grapple.
>Using his wrestling skills, Vinkus is trying to push Sharp up against the cage.
>Vinkus achieves it, pinning Sharp to the cage.
>Norbert Vinkus looks very tired out there.
>Sharp is trapped against the cage and held there by Vinkus for almost a minute.
>Sharp is controlled up against the cage for almost an entire minute, unable to break free.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Norbert Vinkus has much energy left.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Sharp is trapped against the cage and held there by Vinkus for almost a minute.
>With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
>Sharp throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Time slips away as Vinkus doesn't press Sharp, allowing him to circle.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Sharp hits Vinkus with a flurry of jabs and straight punches.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1 has scored it 29-28 Vinkus.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 29-28 to Vinkus.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to Vinkus.
>Vinkus wins by unanimous decision!



Bud Brockett (17-4) vs Jackson Gray (19-7)
>And here we go!
>Gray counters a wayward jab with a nice jab.
>Brockett throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Gray counters with a jab that catches Brockett hard.
>Brockett throws a jab but Gray avoids it.
>Brockett comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Gray.
>Brockett can't get close enough to grapple, Gray makes sure to keep out of range.
>Brockett throws a jab but Gray avoids it.
>Brockett avoids a barrage of big punches.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Gray counters a missed punch with a clean punch.
>Brockett throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Brockett walks into a big jab, landing right on the cheek.
>Gray slips out of the way of a jab.
>Brockett fakes a lunge.
>Gray doesn't press the issue, allowing Brockett to circle.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Gray steps back to avoid a jab.
>Brockett shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Brockett walks into a big jab, landing right on the cheek.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>We are back underway!
>Gray avoids a jab and scores with a clean jab.
>Brockett slips out of the way of a jab.
>Brockett comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Gray tries to avoid the takedown.
>Gray cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Brockett lies on top of Gray, basically smothering him.
>Brockett begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Gray tries to sweep Brockett but can't do it.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Gray is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Brockett off of him.
>Brockett lies on top of Gray, basically smothering him.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>Gray fires off a looping punch, but Brockett avoids it.
>Not letting up, Brockett quickly steps in closer to attack Gray.
>Brockett throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Gray is on his back and pulls guard.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Brockett counters a punch by hitting a nice jab.
>Brockett counters a wayward jab with a clean jab.
>A straight punch from Gray fails to land.
>Brockett presses in closer to attack.
>Brockett shoots in for a takedown.
>Gray tries to avoid Brockett.
>The takedown is completed, Gray is on his back and pulls guard.
>Brockett tries to pound away on Gray, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.
>Gray loses his guard while defending the strikes, and Brockett is left standing in front of him.
>Gray gets his legs swept aside, and unable to offer any defense, gets caught with an enormous punch from Brockett!
>Gray is knocked out cold!
>Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett takes the win by Knock Out!



Ashley Ballard (10-0) vs Jorge Hormazabal (21-8)
>There's the opening bell!
>There's a takedown attempt from Hormazabal.
>A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Hormazabal is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock.
>Ballard fires away with big punches, but can't stop Hormazabal getting to his feet.
>Ballard steps back to avoid a kick to the body.
>Hormazabal avoids a flurry of punches and hits a jab.
>Hormazabal waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a stinging jab
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Ballard counters a jab by hitting a barrage of huge punches, knocking Hormazabal down!
>Ballard quickly moves in to try and secure a full mount.
>Hormazabal recovers his wits and pulls guard as Ballard gets in close.
>Ballard looks to get past the guard.
>Ballard isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Hormazabal tries to ensare Ballard in a triangle.
>Ballard blocks the triangle attempt.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Ballard is trying to pass guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Hormazabal tries to ensare Ballard in a triangle.
>Ballard defends well against it.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>We are back underway!
>Hormazabal tries for a series of strikes but Ballard moves out of range.
>Hormazabal avoids a straight right and hits a jab to the cheek.
>Ballard counters a jab by hitting a solid jab.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Ballard looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Hormazabal tries to take down Ballard as he steps in, but he blocks it.
>Ballard bobs and weaves.
>Not letting up, Hormazabal quickly steps in closer to attack Ballard.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Hormazabal shoots in for a takedown.
>Hormazabal can't get past the sprawl of Ballard, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground.
>Hormazabal springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head.
>Hormazabal tries for a leg kick but Ballard moves out of range.
>Ballard is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Hormazabal.
>Hormazabal tries to take down Ballard as he steps in, but he blocks it.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Hormazabal tries for a leg kick but Ballard moves out of range.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Ballard avoids a quick jab and hits a sharp kick just above the hip.
>Hormazabal comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Hormazabal is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>Hormazabal takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing.
>Ballard avoids a low kick.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Hormazabal, controlling the grapple with Ballard, goes for a takedown.
>Ballard blocks the takedown attempt.
>Using his wrestling skills, Hormazabal is trying to push Ballard up against the cage.
>Hormazabal can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.
>Jorge Hormazabal looks very tired out there.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Using his wrestling skills, Ballard is trying to push Hormazabal up against the cage.
>Ballard manages it, and controls Hormazabal up against the cage.
>Ballard steps back from Hormazabal and looks to unleash some strikes.
>Ballard slips out of the way of a jab.
>Ballard avoids a jab and scores with a series of quick punches.
>Ballard steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Hormazabal throws a couple of jabs, a set up for a tired-looking takedown attempt on Ballard.
>Ballard tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Ballard avoided Hormazabal.
>Ballard keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting Ballard settle at all, Hormazabal comes in closer.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>That round goes to Ballard, 10-9 on my card.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Ballard.
>Judge #2: 30-27 Ballard.
>Judge #3 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Ballard.
>Ballard wins by unanimous decision!



Alan Kendall (12-3) vs Darin Blood (12-2)
>Round one begins!
>Kendall is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Blood.
>Strikes from Blood keep Kendall from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back.
>Moving in closer, Kendall looks like he may want to wrestle Blood.
>Blood moves in too, and they start to grapple.
>The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart.
>Kendall comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Blood.
>Kendall walks into a big jab, landing right on the cheek.
>Blood shoots in for a takedown.
>He has the takedown! Kendall pulls guard.
>The clock runs down as Kendall is being smothered against the ground by Blood.
>Kendall is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Blood off of him.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Blood keeps Kendall guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Kendall tries to pull Blood in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Blood starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Kendall tries to pull Blood in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Kendall is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Blood off of him.
>Blood looks to pass guard and get side control.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Backing out of range, Kendall circles tentatively.
>Blood seems to be waiting for Kendall to make a move.
>They come together and strike, but neither can get past the gloves of the other.
>Moving in closer, Kendall looks like he may want to wrestle Blood.
>They start grappling, Blood looks happy to engage Kendall at close quarters.
>The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart.
>Kendall glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Not letting Kendall settle, Blood moves in closer.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Kendall avoids a leg kick and scores with a straight punch.
>Kendall slips out of the way of a jab.
>Kendall steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Time slips away as Blood doesn't press Kendall, allowing him to circle.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Kendall glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>The fight slows as Blood sits back and allows Kendall to circle.
>Kendall looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Blood seems happy to grapple with Kendall.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Blood is looking to avoid strikes and take it to the ground in this round.
>Kendall looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Blood is pulled into a grapple.
>The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart.
>Moving in closer, Kendall looks like he may want to wrestle Blood.
>Blood uses his strikes to stop Kendall from getting close enough to grapple.
>Blood comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>To counter, Kendall fires off a strike which doesn't miss by much.
>Kendall keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting up, Blood steps in closer to pressure Kendall into action.
>Blood throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Kendall sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>He has the takedown! Kendall pulls guard.
>Breathing very hard, Darin Blood is looking ragged.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Time slips away as Blood successfully keeps Kendall stuck against the ground.
>Blood looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Blood isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Using his leg strength to push Blood back a bit, Kendall looks to scramble for position.
>There wasn't enough separation, Blood is able to leap forward and force Kendall to turtle up.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Blood tries to roll Kendall and get a side mount, but can't do it.
>Blood is too slow to stop Kendall getting back up.
>Blood moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a nice jab.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>That round goes to Blood, 10-9 on my card.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1 has scored it 29-28 Blood.
>Judge #2 gives a score of 29-28 in favour of Blood.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to Blood.
>The winner, by unanimous decision, is Darin Blood!



Co-Main Event
Mike Watson (9-0) vs John Rivero (14-2)
>And here we go!
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Rivero throws a barrage of big punches but Watson moves out of range.
>Rivero throws a flurry of punches but Watson steps back and avoids them.
>Rivero tries for a series of strikes but Watson moves out of range.
>Watson counters a jab by hitting a kick to the thigh.
>Watson throws out a quick jab.
>Not letting up, Rivero quickly steps in closer to attack Watson.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Rivero.
>Rivero gets caught with a punch though, and his wobbly legs can't support him...down he goes!
>Rivero is in trouble as Watson dives in quickly, looking to unload with strikes.
>Watson pounds away...and that's enough for the referee, who ends the match by pulling him off!
>The winner, by TKO; Mike Watson!
>Official Result: 'The Calgary Assassin' Mike Watson defeats John 'The Ripper' Rivero (TKO in 3:08 of round 1).



Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (32-4-1)(c) vs Raul Hughes (13-1)
>This contest is for the GAMMA Heavyweight title.
>The fight begins!
>Foster comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Foster gets the takedown! Hughes pulls guard.
>Foster looks to get past the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Foster attempts to armbar Hughes from side control.
>The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Hughes has to tap out!
>By Submission, the winner is Foster!
>Official Result: 'The King Of Ground And Pound' James Foster defeats 'The Demolition Expert' Raul Hughes (Submission in 1:38 of round 1)


James Foster jumps atop the cage wall and raises his arms in the air. Hughes sits on the floor fuming at his submission loss. Foster has the GAMMA Heavyweight Championship belt secured around his waist as the PPV comes to an end.


Post-fight Interviews

Rivero: "He hits damn hard. I got caught."

Watson: "I want Asanovic next. I am the No1 contender and I want my shot."

Hughes: "I can't belief he pulled off the submission. I will be back though!"

Foster: "He was expecting a ground and pound game. Looks like he underestimated my submission game."

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Prediction Results

Zeel1 - 6/7
Who'd of thunk it. Vinkus with the "W".

mmaaddict - 5/7
Welcome to the fray. Feel free to join in with future rounds and the roundtable.

Round Winner
Congratulations Zeel1, you have won this round!


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 8

2nd: RennikKain076 = 7

2nd: RBM1 = 7

3rd: pauls07 = 4

4th: bitlos = 3

5th: Devil_Bingo = 2

6th: SeanMcFly = 1

6th: Zeel1 = 1

7th: edisraw = 0

7th: Dead_Jester = 0

7th: MonoNaitch = 0

7th: mmaaddict = 0

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GAMMA News from January 1999
GAMMA are pleased to have announced that a deal has been agreed upon with the PPV company American Option. Both parties are pleased to have started a working relationship.

It has also been acknowledged that GAMMA have signed Welterweight fighter Evan "The Carpenter" Pizzarro to a 4 fight deal. We look forward to seeing him compete in the near future.

GAMMA 43:Croation Sensation is scheduled to take place in Trenton, New Jersey with the GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship up for grabs in the main event. Zvonimir Asanovic will be taking on Linfield Ballard in an attempt to retain his title. The co-main event will see two heavyweight veterans go toe-to-toe as Tony McCall will be taking on Tim Boyer. Also rumoured to be on the card are David Allen and Charles Stiles. Both with opponents yet to be named.

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GAMMA 43: Croatian Sensation

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (15-1)(c) vs Linfield Ballard (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Tim Boyer (19-3-2) vs Tony McCall (32-10) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Maarten De Vries (13-4) vs Leonardo da Costa (15-1) (Middleweight)
David Allen (14-2) vs Simon Vine (19-6) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Carl Ratcliffe (16-4) vs Adam White (5-0) (Middleweight)
Charles Stiles (14-2) vs Agustin Gonzalez (8-3) (Welterweight)


Post predictions as usual. For those who want to contribute to the Roundtable send me a PM with your thoughts on the fights.

[mmaaddict]

GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (15-1)(c) vs Linfield Ballard (21-8)
Tim Boyer (19-3-2) vs Tony McCall (32-10) (Heavyweight)
Maarten De Vries (13-4) vs Leonardo da Costa (15-1) (Middleweight)
David Allen (14-2) vs Simon Vine (19-6) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (16-4) vs Adam White (5-0) (Middleweight)
Charles Stiles (14-2) vs Agustin Gonzalez (8-3) (Welterweight)

[SeanMcFly]

GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (15-1)(c) vs Linfield Ballard (21-8)
Tim Boyer (19-3-2) vs Tony McCall (32-10) (Heavyweight)
Maarten De Vries (13-4) vs Leonardo da Costa (15-1) (Middleweight)
David Allen (14-2) vs Simon Vine (19-6) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (16-4) vs Adam White (5-0) (Middleweight)
Charles Stiles (14-2) vs Agustin Gonzalez (8-3) (Welterweight)

[Bull]

GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (15-1)(c) vs Linfield Ballard (21-8)
Tim Boyer (19-3-2) vs Tony McCall (32-10) (Heavyweight)
Maarten De Vries (13-4) vs Leonardo da Costa (15-1) (Middleweight)
David Allen (14-2) vs Simon Vine (19-6) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (16-4) vs Adam White (5-0) (Middleweight)
Charles Stiles (14-2) vs Agustin Gonzalez (8-3) (Welterweight)

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GAMMA 43: Croatian Sensation



Trenton, New Jersey
Attendance: 4,336 for a gate of $216,800
Pay-Per-View: 69,403 for revenue of $277,612
Saturday of Week 4, February 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg


Song is played during fight interview highlights.


McCall: "Tim and I have been around for a long time now. I know I am the better fighter and tonight I will show it."

Boyer: "I have no problems with Tony but I am gonna have to bust him up in the cage."

Ballard: "Zvonimir is a tough fighter no doubt. But he isn't flawless. He can be beat."

Asanovic: (thick Croatian accent) "He can not beat me. I will kick him in the head and the fight will end."

Ballard: "Head kick? No. I will put him down before he gets the chance."

Asanovic: "Ballard will be Knocked out!"



The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg



Charles Stiles (14-2) vs Agustin Gonzalez (8-3)
>There's the opening bell!
>Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither gets past the gloves of the other.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>Gonzalez is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Stiles.
>Stiles finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Gonzalez is trying to push Stiles so that his back is up against the cage.
>Gonzalez does it, Stiles is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Stiles is trapped against the cage and held there by Gonzalez for almost a minute.
>Gonzalez pins Stiles up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Gonzalez smothers Stiles against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
>Gonzalez tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Stiles struggles and doesn't let himself get controlled.
>Gonzalez looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Stiles fights it every inch of the way.
>The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
>Stiles catches Gonzalez with a kick to the inside of the thigh.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Moving in closer, Gonzalez looks like he may want to wrestle Stiles.
>Stiles is pulled into a grapple.
>Gonzalez is trying to push Stiles so that his back is up against the cage.
>Gonzalez manages it, and controls Stiles up against the cage.
>Gonzalez pins Stiles up against the cage and hits a couple of nice shots to the side of the head.
>Stiles is trapped against the cage and Gonzalez hits him with a short uppercut.
>The time runs out on round one.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Stiles counters a missed punch with a crisp punch.
>Gonzalez is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Stiles.
>Gonzalez grabs Stiles and pulls him into a grapple.
>Stiles gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Gonzalez uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
>Gonzalez is trying to push Stiles so that his back is up against the cage.
>Gonzalez manages it, and controls Stiles up against the cage.
>Gonzalez pins Stiles up against the cage and controls him for thirty seconds or so.
>Gonzalez moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Gonzalez uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Stiles as they grapple.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Using his wrestling skills, Gonzalez is trying to push Stiles up against the cage.
>Gonzalez does it, Stiles is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Gonzalez tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Stiles reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Stiles tries to take Gonzalez down.
>Gonzalez looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Gonzalez goes down.
>Gonzalez ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Stiles, with his back pressed against the cage.
>Breathing very hard, Agustín Gonzalez is looking ragged.
>Stiles starts trying to get Gonzalez on his back so that he can gain a better position.
>Stiles shows his ground skills and gets to side control.
>Stiles tries to ensare Gonzalez in an armbar.
>Gonzalez defends himself well and is in no danger.
>Gonzalez tries to sweep Stiles but can't do it.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Stiles holds Gonzalez in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
>Stiles throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>Round three begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Stiles has been instructed to aggressively chase the takedown in this round.
>Stiles uses a combination of three punches to get Gonzalez to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Gonzalez attempts to snare Stiles in a guillotine off the takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Gonzalez is on his back and pulls guard.
>Stiles looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>Stiles tries to pass the half guard.
>Stiles shows his skill, slipping from half guard straight into a mount with minimum fuss.
>Stiles tries to lock Gonzalez in an armbar.
>Stiles gets the armbar fully applied and Gonzalez has to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission, is Charles 'Rogue' Stiles!
>Official Result: Charles 'Rogue' Stiles defeats 'The Latino Wild Cat' Agustín Gonzalez (Submission in 1:46 of round 3).



Carl Ratcliffe (16-4) vs Adam White (5-0)
>And here we go!
>White tries for a body kick but Ratcliffe moves out of range.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>White throws a jab but Ratcliffe avoids it.
>Ratcliffe circles, looking for an opening.
>White quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>White chooses to shoot in on Ratcliffe.
>The takedown is successful, Ratcliffe pulls guard.
>White throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>White deflects a couple of punches that Ratcliffe threw from below.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>White fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>White looks to get past the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>White begins trying to get himself into a mount.
>White shifts to mount.
>White attempts to set up an armbar on Ratcliffe from the mount.
>Ratcliffe blocks it.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>We are back underway!
>Ratcliffe gets White with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>It seems that White is happy to let Ratcliffe circle for the moment.
>Ratcliffe circles, looking for an opening.
>It seems that White is happy to let Ratcliffe circle for the moment.
>White tries for a body kick but Ratcliffe moves out of range.
>Ratcliffe slips out of the way of a body kick.
>White throws a kick to the body but Ratcliffe avoids it.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>Ratcliffe counters a missed punch with a flurry of jabs and straight punches.
>Ratcliffe slips out of the way of a body kick.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Ratcliffe slips out of the way of a head kick.
>Ratcliffe avoids a jab and scores with a body kick.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>Round three begins!
>Ratcliffe steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Ratcliffe steps back to avoid a head kick.
>Ratcliffe counters a jab by hitting a series of quick jabs.
>White tries for a series of strikes but Ratcliffe moves out of range.
>Ratcliffe avoids a quick jab and hits a flurry of quick punches.
>White bobs and weaves.
>Ratcliffe presses in closer to attack.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Ratcliffe counters a missed punch with a flurry of quick punches to sting White.
>Ratcliffe moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a kick to the ribs.
>White shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Ratcliffe is on his back and pulls half guard.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>White keeps Ratcliffe guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Ratcliffe tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge White.
>White attempts an arm triangle.
>Ratcliffe blocks it.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1 has given 29-28 to Ratcliffe.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 29-28 to Ratcliffe.
>Judge #3 has given 29-28 to Ratcliffe.
>Ratcliffe wins by unanimous decision!



Duane Weatherly (14-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2)
>There's the opening bell!
>Weatherly moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a barrage of big punches, knocking McBroom down!
>McBroom recovers his wits quickly, and waits for Weatherly to make a move.
>McBroom makes Weatherly step back by throwing a vicious up-kick.
>McBroom is hit with a sharp kick to the calf.
>Weatherly looks to get on top of McBroom.
>Weatherly can't hold McBroom down and a scramble starts.
>McBroom ends up in guard.
>McBroom attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>McBroom gets past, but Weatherly stops him at half guard.
>McBroom looks to get past the half guard.
>McBroom isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Weatherly.
>McBroom blocks an attempted sweep.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>In half guard, McBroom begins working to get side control.
>Weatherly comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps McBroom in half guard.
>Weatherly tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge McBroom.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>McBroom tries to pass the half guard.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>Weatherly tries to sweep McBroom but doesn't get anywhere.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>McBroom avoids a huge head kick and hits a clean jab.
>McBroom avoids a series of wayward big punches and counters with a nasty-looking kick to the inside of the knee.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Weatherly tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but McBroom uses wrestling to smother the attacks.
>Weatherly tries to use some dirty boxing, but McBroom uses his wrestling skills to smother him.
>Weatherly tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but McBroom uses wrestling to smother the attacks.
>Weatherly gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as McBroom uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
>Duane Weatherly is breathing very hard.
>Weatherly throws a few close-range strikes, but McBroom smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>McBroom is looking to get Weatherly in a Muay Thai clinch.
>McBroom manages it, and now controls Weatherly by the back of the head.
>Using the Muay Thai clinch, McBroom blasts Weatherly with a big knee to the face! Weatherly falls to the ground, out cold!
>Aaron McBroom takes the victory by way of Knock Out!
>Official Result: Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom defeats Duane 'The Weather Man' Weatherly (Knock Out in 3:05 of round 2)



David Allen (14-2) vs Simon Vine (19-6)
>There's the opening bell!
>Allen avoids a jab.
>A straight jab by Vine keeps Allen from advancing.
>Allen steps in to put some pressure on.
>Allen steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Allen chooses to shoot in on Vine.
>Vine snaps off a strong jab as a counter, but it misses the target.
>Vine narrowly misses Allen with an uppercut.
>Allen steps in to put some pressure on.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Allen avoids a flurry of punches.
>Vine is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Allen.
>Vine can't get near enough to engage, Allen uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Allen.
>Allen is surprised by a big countering punch, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Vine circles around Allen.
>Not letting up, Allen steps in closer to pressure Vine into action.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Allen moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a solid jab.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one
>We are back underway!
>Allen throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Vine presses in closer to attack.
>They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Allen comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Vine fires off a strike first, but it just misses.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Allen throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Allen gets the takedown! Vine pulls guard.
>Allen pounds away from the guard with elbows, but Vine isn't troubled by them.
>Allen doesn't let Vine pull him in close to be smothered.
>Allen pounds away from the guard with elbows, but Vine isn't troubled by them.
>Allen leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Vine.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Allen smothers Vine with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Allen begins trying to pass the guard.
>Vine is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Allen firmly in guard.
>Allen doesn't let Vine pull him in close to be smothered.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>Round three begins!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Vine telling him to keep it standing.
>Vine avoids a quick jab and hits a solid punch.
>Vine hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Allen seems to be waiting for Vine to make a move.
>Vine slams a crisp punch into the gloves of Allen, but can't follow up.
>Time slips away as Allen doesn't press Vine, allowing him to circle.
>Vine avoids a jab.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Vine is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Allen.
>Vine grabs Allen and pulls him into a grapple.
>Vine throws a few close-range strikes, but Allen smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
>Allen looks for a takedown from the grapple.
>Vine blocks the takedown attempt.
>Allen attempts to take down Vine from the grapple.
>The takedown doesn't work, Vine defended it well.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>From the grapple, Allen tries a takedown.
>Allen doesn't get the takedown, Vine blocked it.
>Simon Vine doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>From the grapple, Allen tries a takedown.
>Allen can't get the takedown, Vine defended it well.
>Breathing very hard, David Allen is looking ragged.
>Allen is trying to muscle Vine up against the cage.
>Allen can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 29-28 to Allen.
>Judge #2 has scored it 29-28 Allen.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to Allen.
>The winner, by unanimous decision, is David Allen!




Maarten De Vries (13-4) vs Leonardo da Costa (15-1)
>We are underway!
>da Costa uses a combination of three punches to get De Vries to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>De Vries counters with a punch that catches da Costa flush, rocking him!
>da Costa takes a kick to the ribs.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>De Vries attacks da Costa with a series of quick jabs.
>De Vries misses with a punch.
>Not letting up, da Costa steps in closer to pressure De Vries into action.
>De Vries hits a barrage of big punches on da Costa and knocks him down!
>De Vries is quickly by the side of the dazed da Costa, looking to unload with punches.
>De Vries rains down bombs on da Costa, but he somehow manages to withstand the barrage.
>In the end, De Vries is in side control.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>De Vries stands up and backs off, letting da Costa stand up as well.
>da Costa chooses to try and pull De Vries down into his guard.
>De Vries counters with a jab that catches da Costa hard.
>da Costa takes a kick to the ribs.
>da Costa shoots in for a takedown.
>A counter punch catches da Costa hard, almost putting him down!
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>da Costa throws a flurry of punches but De Vries steps back and avoids them.
>De Vries hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>da Costa presses in closer to attack.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>De Vries counters a wayward jab with a quick series of punches.
>De Vries avoids a quick jab and hits a flurry of quick punches.
>da Costa shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>A counter punch catches da Costa hard, almost putting him down!
>De Vries looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with da Costa.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>da Costa, controlling the grapple with De Vries, goes for a takedown.
>De Vries cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>da Costa looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>da Costa throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>da Costa tries to pass the half guard.
>De Vries doesn't let da Costa get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.
>da Costa blocks De Vries as he tries a sweep from half guard.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>In half guard, da Costa begins working to get side control.
>De Vries doesn't let da Costa get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.
>The time runs out on round two.
>We are back underway!
>It sounded like his corner told da Costa to push for takedowns in this round.
>There's a takedown attempt from da Costa.
>De Vries attempts to avoid da Costa as he shoots in.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, De Vries avoided da Costa.
>da Costa comes in, looking to drag De Vries down into his guard.
>De Vries counters with a punch that catches da Costa flush...and he goes down!
>De Vries is quickly by the side of the dazed da Costa, looking to unload with punches.
>De Vries lands with some hard punches...but da Costa somehow survives the attack.
>In the end, De Vries is in half guard.
>De Vries throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>da Costa tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard.
>De Vries blocks it.
>De Vries fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>da Costa attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard.
>da Costa gets the guillotine fully applied and De Vries has to tap out!
>By Submission, the winner is da Costa!
>Official Result: Leonardo da Costa defeats 'The Executioner' Maarten De Vries (Submission in 2:58 of round 3)




Co-Main Event
Tim Boyer (19-3-2) vs Tony McCall (32-10)
>And here we go!
>McCall avoids a series of wayward big punches and counters with a punch.
>Boyer counters a wayward jab with a body kick.
>McCall counters a jab by hitting a nice punch.
>McCall avoids a leg kick and scores with a nice jab.
>Boyer counters a jab with a quick series of punches.
>Boyer counters a jab with a flurry of quick punches to sting McCall.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Boyer counters a jab with a crisp punch.
>Boyer avoids a jab and scores with a flurry of quick punches to sting McCall.
>Boyer avoids a jab and scores with a crisp punch.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>McCall avoids a quick jab and hits a stinging jab
>McCall counters a flurry of punches with a solid jab.
>Boyer avoids a quick jab and hits a series of hard punches!
>The time runs out on round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>McCall circles, looking for an opening.
>Boyer presses in closer to attack.
>Boyer chooses to try and pull McCall down into his guard.
>To counter, McCall fires off a strike which doesn't miss by much.
>McCall avoids a body kick and hits a jab.
>McCall counters an attempted big head kick with a stinging jab
>McCall avoids a jab.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>Boyer counters a wayward jab with a kick to the ribs.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage.
>McCall slips out of the way of a jab.
>McCall counters a flurry of punches by hitting a nice punch.
>McCall slips out of the way of a jab.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>McCall counters a flurry of punches by hitting a solid jab.
>A straight punch from McCall fails to land.
>Not letting up, Boyer steps in closer to pressure McCall into action.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>And here we go, round three!
>Boyer throws a flurry of punches but McCall steps back and avoids them.
>Boyer tries for a series of strikes but McCall moves out of range.
>McCall throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Boyer quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Boyer comes in, looking to drag McCall down into his guard.
>Boyer isn't able to get close enough to grab McCall.
>Boyer chooses to try and pull McCall down into his guard.
>Boyer is surprised by a big countering punch, but he avoids it at the last second.
>McCall avoids a kick to the leg and hits a flurry of quick punches to sting Boyer.
>Tim Boyer is breathing very hard.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>McCall counters a missed punch with several big punches, forcing Boyer back up against the cage!
>The referee jumps in and saves Boyer from taking any more shots!
>The winner, by TKO, is Tony 'The Spider' McCall!
>Official Result: Tony 'The Spider' McCall defeats 'The Tower Of Power' Tim Boyer (TKO in 3:07 of round 3)




Main-Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (15-1)(c) vs Linfield Ballard (21-8)
>It's time for the main event of the evening! Zvonimir 'The Croatian Sensation' Asanovic squares off with 'The Big Dog' Linfield Ballard in the GAMMA Light Heavyweight division.
>This match is for the GAMMA Light Heavyweight title.
>There's the opening bell!
>There's a takedown attempt from Asanovic.
>Ballard tries to counter Asanovic with a big punch, but it doesn't hit the target.
>Asanovic hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Not letting up, Ballard quickly steps in closer to attack Asanovic.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage.
>Asanovic chooses to shoot in on Ballard.
>Asanovic is surprised by a countering jab that springs out of nowhere, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Asanovic uses a right hook, but misses.
>Not letting up, Ballard quickly steps in closer to attack Asanovic.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Asanovic uses a combination of three punches to get Ballard to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Ballard tries to step away from the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Ballard avoided Asanovic.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Backing out of range, Asanovic circles tentatively.
>Ballard steps in to put some pressure on.
>Asanovic avoids a jab and scores with a nice jab.
>Asanovic shoots in for a takedown.
>Asanovic can't complete the takedown, and has to settle for pushing Ballard up against the cage.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>With the cage trapping Ballard, Asanovic looks to try and take him down.
>Ballard keeps his composure, and Asanovic cannot get past his takedown defence.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Asanovic has been instructed to look to finish it in this round.
>Asanovic avoids a jab and scores with a high kick that catches Ballard on the side of the head, knocking him out cold!
>Zvonimir 'The Croatian Sensation' Asanovic takes the win by Knock Out!
>Official Result: Zvonimir 'The Croatian Sensation' Asanovic defeats 'The Big Dog' Linfield Ballard (Knock Out in 0:21 of round 2)


The steely expression does not change on Asanovic's face. He looks almost as though the outcome was a forgone conclusion. Linfield stays down for quite a while surrounded by his corner and the doctors including his younger brother Ashley. Asanovic has the belt secured around his waist before the camera pans to the front row of the audience where Mike Watson is standing up and staring at the champ. Zvonimir points at Watson and signals that he is dead. The PPV comes to a close.



Post-Fight Interviews

Boyer: "Tonight he was the better man. I can have no complaints."

McCall: "It took longer than I anticipated, but the result was still the same."

Ballard: "I didn't see the head kick and honestly I don't remember much of the fight at all."

Asanovic: (thick Croatian accent) "I said how it would end. He didn't listen."

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Prediction Results

mmaaddict: 6/7
nice going addict. I couldn't believe it myself when Ratcliffe pulled off the "W"

SeanMcFly: 3/7
good to see you back McFly. Unfortunately the score is not enough to win this round. Best of luck in future predictions.

Bull: 4/7
Welcome Bull. Not a bad score at all. Look forward to seeing you predict again.


Round Winner
Congratulations mmaaddict. You have won this round.


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 8

2nd: RennikKain076 = 7

2nd: RBM1 = 7

3rd: pauls07 = 4

4th: bitlos = 3

5th: Devil_Bingo = 2

6th: SeanMcFly = 1

6th: Zeel1 = 1

6th: mmaaddict = 1

7th: edisraw = 0

7th: Dead_Jester = 0

7th: MonoNaitch = 0

7th: Bull = 0

(Writers Note: Thanks guys for predicting on this diary. Hope you are enjoying it so far. The Roundtable will return when and if people want to contribute on it. I decided on this format as I believe it gives the best overview of the fight. When writing abreviated versions key details are missed and it is difficult to not repeat oneself. Anyway another point to note is that for future prediction rounds I will be accepting Fight of The Night guesses.)

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GAMMA News from February 1999
There have been no notable news stories from GAMMA in this month. Although rumours have been spread about future fighter additions to their roster. More news as we get it......

[Blackman]

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"Where there is only a choice between cowardice and violence, I would advise violence."
~ Mohandas Gandhi

Lol, Mohandas Gandhi? What is he, the C-verse version of Ghandi? There is no way in hell the real Ghandi would preach that :p. But of course you kid. :p

have fun with the diary.

[LoNdOn]

Lol, Mohandas Gandhi? What is he, the C-verse version of Ghandi? There is no way in hell the real Ghandi would preach that :p. But of course you kid. :p

have fun with the diary.

:D Nice to see someone picked up on it.

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GAMMA 44: Hawaiin King

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (15-0)(c) vs Matthew Dean (31-5)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (13-3) vs Mark Cohen (34-7-1) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Norman Pike (16-4) vs Fatuma Roy (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Dan Halvorsen (35-11-2) vs Callum Henson (18-7) (Welterweight)
Kenny Magilton (7-3) vs Peter Bracewell (20-7) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Joel Adams (16-13) vs Cory Brewer (7-2) (Lightweight)
Milton Harvey (32-13) vs Jack Cobblepott (38-9-3) (Heavyweight)

Post predictions as usual. For those who want to contribute to the Roundtable send me a PM with your thoughts on the fights.

[SeanMcFly]

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (15-0)(c) vs Matthew Dean (31-5)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (13-3) vs Mark Cohen (34-7-1) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Norman Pike (16-4) vs Fatuma Roy (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Dan Halvorsen (35-11-2) vs Callum Henson (18-7) (Welterweight)
Kenny Magilton (7-3) vs Peter Bracewell (20-7) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Joel Adams (16-13) vs Cory Brewer (7-2) (Lightweight)
Milton Harvey (32-13) vs Jack Cobblepott (38-9-3) (Heavyweight)

Sending My PM now

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Countdown To GAMMA 44: Hawaiin King


Bellfort: Hello MMA fans and welcome to another edition of The Coundown. I am your host Tom Bellfort alongside two very special guests. We are joined tonight by GAMMA Light Heavyweight contender, "The Calgary Assassin" Mike Watson and MMA entusiast SeanMcFly. Welcome both of you to The Countdown

Watson: It's nice to be here.

SeanMcFly: Thanks for having me.

Bellfort: Well we know what we are here for tonight, GAMMA 44 is just around the corner so let's discuss the main card. First off we have the GAMMA Middleweight Championship on the line as the Champion, Neil Napier takes on the Challenger, Matthew Dean.

Neil Napier (c) vs Matthew Dean

SeanMcFly: Napier is the best Middleweight in the world, and Dean won't be the one to dethrone him. But, it will probably be a good ground battle, if it gets down to it. But, if Neil's smart, he'll keep the fight standing and take Dean out of the fight rather quickly

Watson: This should be a great fight that could really go either way. I think Napier is a great champion and I agree with Sean, Dean is not the one to beat Napier. Napier is better in pretty much every facet of the game and I think he will win by decision.

Bellfort: Napier is great but I am not willing to totally write off the challenger just yet. Dean is a tough son of a gun and I can see him rocking Napier in this one. I think Dean will take this by TKO.

Anthony LeToussier vs Mark Cohen

SeanMcFly: As much as I like Cohen, he's too old to contend with the young powerhouses like LeToussier. Granted dropping to Light-Heavyweight was a smart choice, he'll probably, unfortunately, get Knocked Out.

Bellfort: Hmmmm, I have to say I don't like Cohen's chances at all in this one. LeToussier is heavy handed as well as possessing lethal kicks. It is just a question of whether he decides to get the KO with his hands or his feet.

Watson: God bless Cohen. The guy will not turn down a fight. His record shows that he was once a great fighter. "Once", not any more. I can see LeToussier finishing this one quickly.

Norman Pike vs Fatuma Roy

SeanMcFly: Norman and Fatuma are two guys that can probably break into the title picture in the near future, but only if they can pick up wins. Unfortunately, one of their rises is going to have to fall. Fatuma has about Ten Pounds on Norman, and he'll probably take advantage of that by Bulking up and using his size advantage to take Norman out.

Watson: Both guys are tough dudes and I think that the winner could very well be in line for a title shot. Could either of you see Riy or Pike beating Foster? No, me neither. As far as this fight is concerned though I think Pike will use his conditioning to out work and eventually wear down the larger Roy. Pike by decision.

Bellfort: I agree with Sean. Roy is a big, big heavyweight. His size will be the deciding factor and I think he will smother Pike until the final bell rings thus picking up the decision.

Dan Halvorsen vs Callum Henson

SeanMcFly: Halvorsen's a legend in the sport, but unfortunately his career is at a turning point. He wants to keep fighting, but he has to retire. Callum Henson isn't like that. He's young, fast, strong, and has experience. I see him just picking Dan apart in this fight

Watson: Henson is the type of fighter I would love to do up against because he has no chin whatsoever. He may have youth on his side, but one clean punch and Halvorsen will put him to sleep.

Bellfort: Yeah. Halvorsen is too experienced. Henson will get taken down at will and pounded into the canvas. I think Henson will lose and I don't see the fight going to a decision.

Kenny Magilton vs Peter Bracewell

SeanMcFly: Same kind of fighters. Ground. Magilton is Jiu-Jitsu, Bracewell is wrestling. However, this is when the experience factor comes into play. Can Magilton keep his composure ? That's where I'm concerned, which is why I see Bracewell pulling through on this one.

Watson: Magilton is very talented on the ground and I think he will catch Bracewell in a triangle or something similar. Submission win for Magilton.

Bellfort: Sean brings up an interesting point. Both are proficient on the ground but in different areas. all things considered I can see this match going to a close decision and possibly even a draw. I think there is a high chance of the two combatants cancelling each other out. This is a well booked match.


Bellfort: Well that is about all we have time for tonight. Mike, thanks for joining us. One last question. What is next for you?

Watson: I want Asanovic. End of story. I believe I have earned my shot and I want to take Asanovic down. He can talk all he wants about being the best in the world, but when I hit him he is going to have a dirt nap.

Bellfort: Well all the best in the future and we wish you the best of luck. Thanks also go to SeanMcFly for joining us for this month. We hope to see you again soon. Thanks ladies and gentlemen for tuning in to this edition of The Countdown. I have been Tom Bellfort and I will see you cageside!

[Bull]

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (15-0)(c) vs Matthew Dean (31-5)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (13-3) vs Mark Cohen (34-7-1) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Norman Pike (16-4) vs Fatuma Roy (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Dan Halvorsen (35-11-2) vs Callum Henson (18-7) (Welterweight)
Kenny Magilton (7-3) vs Peter Bracewell (20-7) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Joel Adams (16-13) vs Cory Brewer (7-2) (Lightweight)
Milton Harvey (32-13) vs Jack Cobblepott (38-9-3) (Heavyweight)

[AdamS]

this looks fun, so I'll jump in, and even make it my 1st post. :D

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (15-0)(c) vs Matthew Dean (31-5)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (13-3) vs Mark Cohen (34-7-1) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Norman Pike (16-4) vs Fatuma Roy (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Dan Halvorsen (35-11-2) vs Callum Henson (18-7) (Welterweight)
Kenny Magilton (7-3) vs Peter Bracewell (20-7) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Joel Adams (16-13) vs Cory Brewer (7-2) (Lightweight)
Milton Harvey (32-13) vs Jack Cobblepott (38-9-3) (Heavyweight)

[Astyn]

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GAMMA 44: Hawaiin King

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (15-0)(c) vs Matthew Dean (31-5)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (13-3) vs Mark Cohen (34-7-1) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Norman Pike (16-4) vs Fatuma Roy (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Dan Halvorsen (35-11-2) vs Callum Henson (18-7) (Welterweight)
Kenny Magilton (7-3) vs Peter Bracewell (20-7) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Joel Adams (16-13) vs Cory Brewer (7-2) (Lightweight)
Milton Harvey (32-13) vs Jack Cobblepott (38-9-3) (Heavyweight)

[MonoNaitch]

After a hiatus I am back to predict and will PM for next round table

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (15-0)(c) vs Matthew Dean (31-5)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (13-3) vs Mark Cohen (34-7-1) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Norman Pike (16-4) vs Fatuma Roy (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Dan Halvorsen (35-11-2) vs Callum Henson (18-7) (Welterweight)
Kenny Magilton (7-3) vs Peter Bracewell (20-7) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Joel Adams (16-13) vs Cory Brewer (7-2) (Lightweight)
Milton Harvey (32-13) vs Jack Cobblepott (38-9-3) (Heavyweight)

FOTN: Napier vs. Dean - two of the best and both very entertaining

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GAMMA 44: Hawaiin King



Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 4,455 for a gate of $222,750
Pay-Per-View: 74,787 for revenue of $299,148
Saturday of Week 4, March 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg


Song is played during fight interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Cohen: "I have been a fighter fo a long time and I will show that I still have more than enough for LeToussier."

LeToussier: "I respect Cohen a great deal, but he is not going to be given repect in the cage. I will knock him out!"

Dean: "I don't underestimate Napier at all but he won't be walking out with the title after tonight."

Napier: "Dean will learn that he is not up to the task. Whether by submission or KO, this isn't goin to end well for him."

Dean: "If he thinks he can stop me, let him try. He will be sorry he did though."

Napier: "There is a reason I am the champion. I am the best in the world."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Milton Harvey (32-13) vs Jack Cobblepott (38-9-3)
Harvey comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Cobblepot sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Harvey down to the ground into a type of turtle position.
>Cobblepot rolls Harvey out of turtle position and into side control.
>Cobblepot pounds away with elbow strikes on Harvey, but few of the shots lands clean.
>Cobblepot attempts the mount.
>He is too good for Harvey, and has mount.
>Cobblepot pounds away with elbows from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Harvey has a gash under his eye from that strike.
>Cobblepot pounds away on Harvey.
>Harvey had better start defending himself, or this will be over!
>The referee has seen enough, he pulls Cobblepot off!
>'Jackpot' Jack Cobblepot takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: 'Jackpot' Jack Cobblepot defeats Milton Harvey (TKO in 2:08 of round 1)



Joel Adams (16-13) vs Cory Brewer (7-2)
>Adams uses a combination of three punches to get Brewer to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Brewer sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position.
>Adams tries to wriggle free, but Brewer controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
>Adams tries to wriggle free, but Brewer controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
>Brewer and Adams break the grapple and are apart again, circling.
>Adams tries to pull Brewer to the ground into his guard.
>The attempt doesn't work, Brewer got out of range too quickly.
>Adams shoots in for a takedown.
>Adams is forced to use his gloves to deflect a sudden counter punch.
>Brewer avoids a jab.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Adams is looking to pull Brewer down into his guard.
>Brewer gets pulled down and sucked into the guard position.
>Adams reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>Brewer blocks the attempt, but does get swept over by it, ending under side control.
>Brewer takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.
>Adams pounds away with elbow strikes on Brewer, but few of the shots lands clean.
>Adams unloads with big elbows from side control, but Brewer is able to deal with most of them.
>In side control, Adams begins working to get a mount.
>He can't get the mount as Brewer rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Adams starts hammering away at Brewer with punches.
>Brewer is taking lots of shots, and can't seem to find a way out from this position!
>The referee gives Brewer time to do something, but eventually has to come in and stop the fight!
>The winner, by TKO; Joel Adams!
>Official Result: 'The Mercenary' Joel Adams defeats 'The Diamondback' Cory Brewer (TKO in 4:54 of round 1)



Main Card
Kenny Magilton (7-3) vs Peter Bracewell (20-7)
>We've heard rumours that Magilton was not happy with how his training for this fight went.
>We'll see if it has any effect on his performance tonight.
>The fight begins!
>Magilton tries to pull Bracewell to the ground into his guard.
>He achieves it, Bracewell is now in his guard.
>Magilton attempts to grab an arm of Bracewell from the bottom of the guard.
>A kimura attempt almost catches Bracewell, but Magilton eventually has to settle for using it to sweep to side control.
>Magilton keeps Bracewell guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Magilton attempts to armbar Bracewell from side control.
>Bracewell fights off the armbar attempt.
>Bracewell struggles and gets half guard.
>Magilton attempts a kimura.
>Bracewell stops Magilton from applying it.
>Bracewell takes the opportunity to transition from half guard to full guard.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Bracewell is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Magilton off of him.
>Magilton throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Magilton smothers Bracewell with his body by pushing forward and down.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Magilton punches down at Bracewell, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>The clock runs down as Bracewell is being smothered against the ground by Magilton.
>Time slips away as Magilton successfully keeps Bracewell stuck against the ground.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>Round two begins!
>Between rounds, his corner told Bracewell to be aggressive and really let his hands go.
>Bracewell throws out a quick jab.
>It seems that Magilton is happy to let Bracewell circle for the moment.
>Magilton counters an attempted knock out punch with a series of quick jabs.
>Magilton counters a superman punch with a straight punch.
>Bracewell counters a wayward jab with a solid jab.
>Bracewell avoids a punch and scores with a straight punch.
>Bracewell counters a flurry of punches with a solid punch.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Magilton comes in, looking to drag Bracewell into his guard.
>The attempt doesn't work, Bracewell got out of range too quickly.
>Bracewell counters a jab by hitting a massive punch, knocking Magilton down to the ground...he is out cold!
>'Iron Jaw' Peter Bracewell takes the win by Knock Out!
>Official Result: 'Iron Jaw' Peter Bracewell defeats 'Straight Edge' Kenny Magilton (Knock Out in 3:49 of round 2)



Dan Halvorsen (35-11-2) vs Callum Henson (18-7)
>Henson slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Henson narrowly misses Halvorsen with an uppercut.
>Halvorsen presses in closer to attack.
>Henson avoids a quick jab and hits a series of quick punches.
>Halvorsen is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Henson.
>Henson is pulled into a grapple.
>From the grapple, Halvorsen tries a takedown.
>He has the takedown! Henson pulls guard.
>Halvorsen attempts to pass guard.
>Henson finds his opponent too skilled, and Halvorsen passes guard into side control.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Halvorsen fires away with punches, and Henson is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee jumps in and saves Henson from taking any more shots!
>'The Perfectionist' Dan Halvorsen takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: 'The Perfectionist' Dan Halvorsen defeats 'Blazin'' Callum Henson (TKO in 2:47 of round 1)



Norman Pike (16-4) vs Fatuma Roy (20-8)
>Roy comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Pike.
>Pike ends up grappling for supremacy with Roy.
>Roy tries to wrestle Pike backward and up against the cage.
>Roy manages it, and controls Pike up against the cage.
>Roy tries to throw an elbow, but Pike takes the opportunity to turn his opponent around so that Roy ends up backed against the cage instead.
>Roy is controlled up against the cage for about thirty seconds.
>With the cage trapping Roy, Pike looks to try and take him down.
>Roy blocks the takedown attempt and turns Pike around so that he has his back to the cage.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Roy tries to smother Pike against the cage, but is struggling to maintain control.
>Pike tries to slip on a guillotine choke, but can't quite hook it.
>Roy tries to keep him pressed up against the cage with wrestling, but Pike isn't allowing it.
>Roy suddenly finds a guillotine choke slapped on him, and he gets pulled down to the ground in it!
>Roy pulls free, Pike didn't have it fully sunk in.
>Roy tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard.
>Pike attempts to secure an arm.
>Pike uses an attempted kimura to flip his opponent and get side control.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Pike begins trying to get himself behind Roy.
>Roy rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back!
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Pike is looking to avoid strikes and take it to the ground in this round.
>Pike avoids a jab and scores with a barrage of hard punches, enough to put Roy down!
>Almost immediately Roy has shaken it off and is ready for Pike.
>In comes Pike looking to get some form of ground control.
>Pike can't hold Roy down and a scramble starts.
>The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other.
>Roy misses with a punch.
>Pike seems to be waiting for Roy to make a move.
>Roy switches stances, throws a speculative punch, then switches right back again.
>Pike quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Pike uses a combination of three punches to get Roy to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>The takedown is stuffed, so Pike has to go to settle for pushing Roy up against the cage.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>With Roy stuck against the cage, Pike tries to complete a takedown.
>Pike gets the takedown! Roy pulls guard.
>Roy is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Pike off of him.
>Pike attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Roy is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Pike firmly in guard.
>Roy attempts to grab an arm of Pike from the bottom of the guard.
>Pike blocks it.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Pike attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Roy throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Pike.
>The takedown doesn't work, Pike sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position.
>Pike, controlling the grapple with Roy, goes for a takedown.
>Roy blocks the takedown attempt.
>Breathing very hard, Norman Pike is looking ragged.
>Pike attempts to take down Roy from the grapple.
>Pike gets the takedown! Roy pulls guard.
>Pike tries to smother Roy but can't keep control long enough.
>Roy reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>Roy uses an attempted kimura to flip his opponent and get side control.
>Roy tries to lock Pike into an armbar.
>Pike stops Roy from applying it.
>Roy blocks Pike as he tries a sweep from side control.
>Norman Pike seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Roy tries to get into the mount position.
>He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt.
>Roy blocks an attempted sweep.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Roy looks to roll Pike slightly and slip behind.
>Pike is in big trouble as he is forced to give up his back!
>Roy tries to flatten Pike out for a rear naked choke.
>The rear naked choke is in deep, Pike has to tap out!
>By Submission, the winner is Roy!
>Official Result: 'Chief' Fatuma Roy defeats 'Stormin'' Norman Pike (Submission in 3:39 of round 3)


Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (13-3) vs Mark Cohen (34-7-1)
>LeToussier counters a jab with a barrage of hard punches, enough to put Cohen down!
>Cohen recovers his wits quickly, and waits for LeToussier to make a move.
>LeToussier tries to come in and secure a ground position.
>Cohen scoots backward as soon as LeToussier comes in, initiating a scramble for position.
>LeToussier ends up in guard.
>LeToussier throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>LeToussier throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>LeToussier throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Cohen pulls LeToussier close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.
>LeToussier throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>LeToussier throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Cohen pulls LeToussier down in close and hits him with several short punches to the side of the head.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>Cohen tries for a body kick but LeToussier moves out of range.
>LeToussier hits Cohen with a kick to the inside of the leg.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>From the grapple, Cohen tries a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, LeToussier pulls guard.
>Time slips away as Cohen successfully keeps LeToussier stuck against the ground.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Cohen keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>It seems that LeToussier is happy to let Cohen circle for the moment.
>Cohen gets LeToussier with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting Cohen settle, LeToussier moves in closer.
>LeToussier avoids a jab and scores with a leg kick.
>LeToussier fires off a looping punch, but Cohen avoids it.
>Cohen presses in closer to attack.
>LeToussier counters a jab by hitting a series of quick punches.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>LeToussier avoids a jab and scores with a series of quick punches.
>LeToussier fires off a looping punch, but Cohen avoids it.
>Not letting LeToussier settle at all, Cohen comes in closer.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Cohen uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with LeToussier.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Cohen is trying to muscle LeToussier up against the cage.
>Cohen achieves it, pinning LeToussier to the cage.
>LeToussier is trapped against the cage and Cohen hits him with a short uppercut.
>LeToussier is trapped against the cage and Cohen punishes him with some dirty boxing.
>Mark Cohen is looking really tired.
>Cohen steps back to achieve some separation from LeToussier and gets ready to strike.
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>Round three begins!
>LeToussier keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting up, Cohen quickly steps in closer to attack LeToussier.
>Cohen comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>LeToussier counters with a punch that catches Cohen flush...and he goes down!
>Cohen is in trouble as LeToussier dives in quickly, looking to unload with strikes.
>LeToussier starts raining down punches...and one of them knocks Cohen out cold!
>The winner, by Knock Out, is Anthony 'Live Wire' LeToussier!
>Official Result: Anthony 'Live Wire' LeToussier defeats Mark 'The Thing' Cohen (Knock Out in 1:09 of round 3)



Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (15-0)(c) vs Matthew Dean (31-5)
>There's the opening bell!
>Dean catches an attempted body kick and goes for the takedown, and gets it, into half guard.
>Dean begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
>Napier doesn't let Dean get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.
>Napier tries to pull Dean into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard.
>Dean pulls free before the guillotine can be applied.
>In half guard, Dean begins working to get side control.
>Dean isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Napier.
>Napier reaches over and tries to lock Dean in a guillotine.
>Dean pulls free before the guillotine can be applied.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Dean looks to get past the half guard.
>Napier comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Dean in half guard.
>Napier tries to pull Dean into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard.
>Dean blocks it.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Dean uses a combination of three punches to get Napier to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Napier tries to step away from the takedown.
>Napier cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Dean begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Napier avoids a body kick.
>Dean catches an attempted body kick and goes for the takedown, down goes Napier! He pulls guard though.
>Dean begins trying to pass the guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Napier uses his legs to push Dean back, and tries to scramble for position.
>The scramble leaves Dean on his back pulling guard.
>Napier gets out of guard and stands up, letting Dean stand too.
>Napier counters a wayward jab with a body kick
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Napier moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a flurry of quick punches.
>Napier moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits several big punches, putting Dean down, dazed!
>Napier moves quickly to be by the side of Dean and looks to rain down strikes.
>Dean regains his senses quickly enough to trap Napier in half guard as he advances.
>Napier gets up out of half guard and backs off, allowing Dean time to stand too.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Napier steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Dean waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a jab.
>Dean chooses to shoot in on Napier.
>The takedown is successful, Napier pulls guard.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>Round three begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Dean has been instructed to try and get Napier to the floor in this round.
>Dean catches an attempted body kick and goes for a takedown, down goes Napier! He pulls guard though.
>Dean pounds away from the guard with elbows, but Napier isn't troubled by them.
>Napier tries to ensare Dean in a guillotine.
>Dean stops Napier from applying it.
>In guard, Dean begins working to pass to side control.
>Napier is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Dean firmly in guard.
>Napier attempts to grab an arm of Dean from the bottom of the guard.
>Dean blocks it.
>Dean is trying to pass guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Napier attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom.
>Napier uses the guillotine hold to sweep into side control.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Napier throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Napier looks to get a mount.
>Napier shifts to mount.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Napier tries to ensare Dean in an americana.
>Dean fights off the americana attempt.
>Dean tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but gets rolled and Napier has his back!
>Napier attempts a rear naked choke.
>Dean blocks it by turtling up.
>Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell and round number four begins!
>Dean looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Dean grapples with Napier, who made no attempt to escape.
>Using his wrestling skills, Dean is trying to push Napier up against the cage.
>Dean can't do it though, and Napier gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
>Matthew Dean is breathing very hard.
>Napier looks for a judo toss from the grapple.
>The throw is successful; Dean seemed happy to take it and pull guard.
>Napier tries to pass the guard.
>Napier gets past, but Dean stops him at half guard.
>Napier begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
>Dean doesn't let Napier get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.
>Dean tries to sweep Napier but doesn't get anywhere.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>In half guard, Napier begins working to get side control.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>Dean tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard.
>Napier doesn't let his arm get taken.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Napier fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>Dean attempts to secure an arm.
>Napier defends it.
>Napier looks to get past the half guard.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>Neil Napier looks very tired out there.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round four.
>We are back underway!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Dean has been instructed to try and get Napier to the floor in this round.
>Napier throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Dean not only defends the takedown, he reverses it and takes Napier down!
>In guard, Dean begins working to pass to side control.
>Napier comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Dean in guard.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Matthew Dean has much energy left.
>Napier uses his legs to push Dean away, into a standing position.
>Dean tries to secure a ground position.
>Dean dives in, but Napier pushes him away and starts to scramble.
>Napier manages to come out on top with side control.
>Napier attempts the mount.
>He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
>Dean tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Napier.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Napier tries to lock Dean into an armbar.
>Dean fights off the armbar attempt.
>Dean tries to sweep Napier but can't.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Napier attempts an armbar.
>Dean stops Napier from applying it.
>Matthew Dean looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.
>Napier blocks Dean as he tries a sweep from side control.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1: 48-47 Napier.
>Judge #2 has given 48-47 to Napier.
>Judge #3 has scored it 48-47 Napier.
>Making 'The Islander' Neil Napier the winner by unanimous decision!


Napier looks relieved to have won such a narrow decision. As the title is secured around his waist, Napier shakes the hand of Dean and bows his head as a sign of respect. Napier is still the GAMMA Middleweight Champion.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Cohen: "I held my own for quite a while but LeToussier is good and he landed a good few shots on me."

LeToussier: "I honestly thought I would win in the first round. It just proves how tough Mark really is."

Dean: "I gave it my all and I came just short. The loss hurts but I will get a rematch and we will see a different outcome."

Napier: "I have a great deal of respect and I would be lying if I said it wasn't a tough fight. But I am happy to have won and now I can relax for a bit."



Fight of The Night: Joel Adams vs Cory Brewer
KO of The Night: Anthony LeToussier
Submission of The Night: Fatuma Roy

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Prediction Results

SeanMcFly: 5/8
You did well with the fight predictions this round. Unfortunately as you did not make a Fight of the Night prediction, your score suffered.

Bull: 5/8
Another nice score, however the same FOTN prediction applies to you as well.

AdamS: 3/8
Hey AdamS, welcome to the dynasty. Not the best score, but the fights were tough to call. Hope you continue to participate in future rounds.

Astyn: 4/8
Solid round score for you Astyn. Nice to see that people went for Bracewell. I didn't think he was going to do well against Magilton.

MonoNaitch: 5/8
Nice to see you back Naitch. It was also nice to see that you predicted on fight of the night and although it was a good fight, the main event didn't quite have enough to win.


Round Result
Congratulations SeanMcFly, Bull and MonoNaitch. You have won this round.


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 8

2nd: RennikKain076 = 7

2nd: RBM1 = 7

3rd: pauls07 = 4

4th: bitlos = 3

5th: Devil_Bingo = 2

6th: SeanMcFly = 2

6th: Zeel1 = 1

6th: mmaaddict = 1

7th: MonoNaitch = 1

7th: Bull = 1

7th: edisraw = 0

7th: Dead_Jester = 0

7th: Astyn = 0

7th: AdamS = 0

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GAMMA News from March 1999
GAMMA are pleased to announce several new fighters have signed contracts to compete in the six sided cage. Those fighters are as follows........

Mugur Boc (8-0)
Mugur Boc was formerly hired by SIGMA where he held a great deal of success by remaining undefeated. He holds recent victories over Stjepen Andric via TKO and a unanimous decision over Lefter Oktay. The Crusher from Moldova has his sights set on the GAMMA Heavyweight division. He will be joining th company after his SIGMA contract expires in August.


Curt Kitson (20-4)
The Bad Element is coming off a surprising TKo loss to Perry Barr in the second round. However, he also recently got a unanimous decision victory over Dave lennon. The Scottish Light Heavyweight will join the company when his BCF contract expires in September.


Spencer Rubenstein (0-0)
The MMA rookie Rubenstein will look to make a name for himself on the biggest stage of them all. The future looks bright for this Ohio native.


Frank Sheedy (22-8)
The Baby Bull, Frank Sheedy is coming off a tough TKO loss to Wilson Franklyn. As Sheedy was a free agent, he has joined the organisation already.


Guy Broom (0-0)
The untested rookie promises big things in the GAMMA Heavyweight division.


Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8)
The imposing Jampenese behemoth will now be plying his trade on US soil for the first time. After having dismantled most of the competition in the land of the rising sun, Tamura is now looking to rip apart the Heavyweights in GAMMA.


Joshua Hope (0-0)
Another promising rookie in the Light Heavyweight division. Solid ground game combined with potent striking make Hope an intimidating opponent.


Georges Nouri (10-1)
The Greek lightweight is coming off an impressive TKO victory over Thomas O'Cann. With a stacked Lightweight division headed by a dominant champion, Nouri will have his work cut out for him.


Wes Hersch (0-0)
A new Middleweight competitor, Hersch will look to use his great wrestling pedigree to ground his opponents out.


Zaco (45-14)
The Brazilian native is coming off 2 impressive victories including a TKO of Robert Darell and a submission over George Laurent. Zaco will be joining the roster after his BCF contract runs out in July.

[dakydaky]

Good signings, interesting how Boc will set up in your division, I predict him good future. :D

[TheDeanOfWhipedCream]

I'm a big fan of Hersch and Tamura - they're both champs in my current diary game. I think "Boom Boom" will get a serious beating though

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GAMMA 45: The Armada

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)

Co-Main Event
Mac Fuller (29-5) vs JJ Reid (26-2) (Middleweight)

Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (13-7) vs Marvin Stevens (21-10) (Heavyweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-4) vs Derek South (13-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (9-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Jethro Munter (14-4) vs Jerry Bogdonovich (6-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Thomas Smith (11-1) vs Wes Hersch (0-0) (Middleweight)


(Post predictions as usual. Don't forget about FOTN predictions. Send me a PM with your thoughts on the fights for the roundtable discussion. All the best.)

[Bull]

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)

Co-Main Event
Mac Fuller (29-5) vs JJ Reid (26-2) (Middleweight)

Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (13-7) vs Marvin Stevens (21-10) (Heavyweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-4) vs Derek South (13-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Jethro Munter (14-4) vs Jerry Bogdonovich (6-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Thomas Smith (11-1) vs Wes Hersch (0-0) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 45: The Armada

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)

Co-Main Event
Mac Fuller (29-5) vs JJ Reid (26-2) (Middleweight)

Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (13-7) vs Marvin Stevens (21-10) (Heavyweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-4) vs Derek South (13-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Jethro Munter (14-4) vs Jerry Bogdonovich (6-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Thomas Smith (11-1) vs Wes Hersch (0-0) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Reguerio vs. Humphreys

[TheDeanOfWhipedCream]

GAMMA 45: The Armada

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)

Co-Main Event
Mac Fuller (29-5) vs JJ Reid (26-2) (Middleweight)

Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (13-7) vs Marvin Stevens (21-10) (Heavyweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-4) vs Derek South (13-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Jethro Munter (14-4) vs Jerry Bogdonovich (6-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Thomas Smith (11-1) vs Wes Hersch (0-0) (Middleweight)

Fight of the Night: Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)

[Scottie]

GAMMA 45: The Armada

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)

Co-Main Event
Mac Fuller (29-5) vs JJ Reid (26-2) (Middleweight)

Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (13-7) vs Marvin Stevens (21-10) (Heavyweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-4) vs Derek South (13-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (8-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Jethro Munter (14-4) vs Jerry Bogdonovich (6-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Thomas Smith (11-1) vs Wes Hersch (0-0) (Middleweight)

Fight of the Night: Munter vs. Bogdonovich

[LoNdOn]

Countdown to GAMMA 45: The Armada


Bellfort: Hello MMA fans and welcome to another edition of The Countdown, I am your host, Tom Bellfort and we are here tonight to discuss the upcoming GAMMA PPV. Alongside me tonight is the GAMMA Heavyweight Champion "The King of Ground and Pound" James Foster. Nice to have you on the show.

Foster: Good to be here Tom.

Bellfort: We are also joined by MMA pannelist, MonoNaitch. We have a lot of stuff to cover tonight so let's get started with the main event of the evening.


Julio Regueiro (c) vs Jack Humphreys

Bellfort: For my money, and no offence James, but I believe that Spanish Silk is the pound for pound best fighter in the world right now and will be able to submit Humphreys in the second round to retain his title.

Foster: Regueiro is a very skilled jiu-jitsu practitioner and has very smooth submisions. I do wonder how Humphreys will negate Julio's ground game and honestly I can't see it happening. The bad boy of MMA will not be beating the welterweight champion tonight.

MonoNaitch: Two of the worlds best welterweights on skill alone both should be champions and would be if not in same promotion, that said as good a wrestler as Jack is the problem is against a guy like Julio you dont want him on his back. It'll be intresting to see if Humphreys sub defence has improved. I see Reguerio winning in maybe the 2nd or 3rd round by an armbar.


Mac Fuller vs JJ Reid

MonoNaitch: Fuller was a great fighter a couple of years ago but he hasn't really evolved that much, if the fight goes to the ground Reid will kill Fuller! He is just to good a grappler especially when compared to Fuller. However Fuller does have a the punchers chance but I'm going to say Reid in the 3rd.

Bellfort: I think Reid will do a similar job to Fuller as Regueiro will do to Humphreys in the main event. Reid will slip on some sort of choke or armlock that will be too much for Fuller. I have to admit though, Fuller is one of my favourite fighters in all of MMA, but I think he will come unstuck against JJ.

Foster: I have to side with Fuller against JJ. Fuller is a battle tested veteran and knows all the tricks of the trade. Reid will be difficult to stop and I think that is why Fuller will win by a decision.


Norbert Vinkus vs Marvin Stevens

Foster: Can I start on this one? Good. Both of these guys are big fighters and unfortunately I do not see this being an exciting fight. I think that maybe Stevens will smother Vinkus against the cage to a boring decision.

Bellfort: I completely agree with Foster's sentiments. Stevens by decision.

MonoNaitch: This match doesn't intrest me in the slightest both men have suspect cardio and motivation issues. This will be both a decision and a snoozefest. Vinkus' football injuries and age make me think that Stevens will be the victor.


Bryan Van Den Hauwe vs Derek South

MonoNaitch: Styles makes fights and this is proof of it. We've got a tough grappler in Hauwe and a decent grappler but good slugger in South. With Hauwes suspect chin this is going to be another vicious win for South.

Foster: It looks to me like South will end this fight early in my favourite fashion. Solid ground and pound! Hauwe will get taken down and beaten into lala land.

Bellfort: Hauwe is by no means a bad fighter, but South has a big future ahead of him. Hauwe will put up a fight, but will eventually be stopped.


Beau Gorshin vs Aaron McBroom

MonoNaitch: McBroom is potentialy a star in the making in the Lightweight Division however he needs to get past the veteran in Beau Gorshin. Don't count him out just 'cause of his age he knows how to put people to sleep. His experience makes me think Gorshin will taste victory.

Bellfort: McBroom is an up and comer and could have the potential to be a future Lightweight contender. Sadly I do not believe he will beat Gorshin on this night. I think Gorshin will take a unanimous decision.

Foster: I think McBroom will shock the world tonight and knock Gorshin the hell out. I think that Gorshin is the understandable favourite, but this means he has more to lose. I can see McBroom winning in spectacular fashion.



Bellfort: We have received a message from TheDeanOfWhipedCream who has an opinion on one of the preliminaries. "My Thoughts on Thomas Smith Vs Wes Hersch. I think Smith fights with a lot of heart and that's usually a big strength for him. He works hard and he's not unskilled. But Wes Hersch is everything Smith is and then some! "The Hurt" is a correct name for this guy. I think he's smarter in a fight then Smith and I think he has the better ground game. I actually thinks he hits harder too. This is easy - Hersh will take him down and make him tap. For Smith to win this thing he's gonna have to sprawl and brawl."

We hope to hear other messages from you viewers out there on future cards as we enjoy reading them on air.

Bellfort: And finally James, what is in the future for you?

Foster: Well as of right now, I am just revelling in the fact that I got to shut Hughes up. As far as my next fight goes, I'm not too sure but I hear that maybe Fatuma Roy may get a title shot next.

Bellfort: Well we wish all the best for you and we look forward to seeing your next fight. Our thanks also go out to MonoNaitch who graced us with his thoughts for the show. We hope to have you on the show again soon. That about does it for tonight folks, we hope you enjoyed this edition of The Countdown and we will see you guys cageside.

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA news from April 1999

GAMMA are pleased to announce the signing of Middleweight competitor Alex Cole (14-1). Having recent impressive victories over fighters including Davis Spyrou (twice), Andrew Rush, Tucker Plumm and Richard Smith all by way of submission. His one and only career loss coming against Rob Baines by submission. He will be joining the GAMMA roster when his contract runs out in December of 2000.

GAMMA have also re-signed Jacob Adams and Peter Bracewell to new contracts.

[Frank_Vest]

I can't just sit back while someone takes my 1st place status away from me!

It's good to see you are back, London, the diary is as good as ever.

GAMMA 45: The Armada

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)
Co-Main Event
Mac Fuller (29-5) vs JJ Reid (26-2) (Middleweight)

Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (13-7) vs Marvin Stevens (21-10) (Heavyweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-4) vs Derek South (13-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (9-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminary
Jethro Munter (14-4) vs Jerry Bogdonovich (6-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Thomas Smith (11-1) vs Wes Hersch (0-0) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)

[LoNdOn]

I can't just sit back while someone takes my 1st place status away from me!

It's good to see you are back, London, the diary is as good as ever.



Great to see you back Frank. I will be posting the results for The Armada shortly.

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 45: The Armada


Trenton, New Jersey
Attendance: 5,443 for a gate of $272,150
Pay-Per-View: 81,283 for revenue of $325,132
Saturday of Week 4, April 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg


Song is played during fight interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Fuller: "JJ Reid shows a lot of potential but he hasn't proven that he is at the elite level of the Middleweight division."

Reid: "Fuller has been in GAMMA for a long time now. Tonight I take his scalp and get a Middleweight title shot in my next fight."

Humphries: "Ladies and gentlemen tonight, the MMA Bad Boy takes the GAMMA Welterweight title and defeats Mr Silky Smooth Regueiro in the process."

Regueiro: (translated) "I'm glad he feels confident. That way when I beat him he can have no excuses."

Humphries: "Is that right? When he beats me? haha, Regueiro you will be getting your ass handed to you son."

Regueiro: "He can keep talking, but in the end talking won't do him any favours."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Preliminaries
Thomas Smith (11-1) vs Wes Hersch (0-0)
>We are underway!
>Hersch avoids a quick jab and hits a series of quick punches.
>Hersch comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Smith tries to avoid Hersch.
>He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Smith to stay upright, the takedown is completed!
>Smith ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Hersch, with his back pressed against the cage.
>The clock runs down as Smith is being smothered against the cage wall by Hersch.
>Hersch starts trying to get Smith on his back so that he can gain a better position.
>Hersch shows his ground skills and gets to side control.
>Hersch is trying to move from side control to mount.
>Smith doesn't let Hersch get the mount, and so he remains at side control.
>Smith tries to pull guard on Hersch but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Hersch begins trying to get himself into a mount.
>He doesn't get the mount, but only because Smith rolled over and gave up his back instead.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Hersch attempts to set up an rear naked choke on Smith.
>Smith doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
>Hersch blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>Round two begins!
>Hersch counters a wayward jab with a nice punch.
>Hersch comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Smith attempts to avoid Hersch as he shoots in.
>The takedown is completed, Smith is on his back and pulls guard.
>Hersch tries to pass the guard.
>Smith is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Hersch firmly in guard.
>Smith attempts to secure an arm.
>Smith cannot secure the arm.
>In guard, Hersch begins working to pass to side control.
>Smith comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Hersch in guard.
>Smith tries to get double underhooks on Hersch so that he can get some control, but can't get them.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>The clock runs down as Smith is being smothered against the ground by Hersch.
>The clock runs down as Smith is being smothered against the ground by Hersch.
>In guard, Hersch begins working to pass to side control.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Hersch starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Hersch isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Smith.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Smith avoids a jab.
>Smith counters a punch by hitting a solid punch.
>Smith moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a jab.
>Hersch counters a jab by hitting a nice sequence of jabs.
>Smith slips out of the way of a jab.
>Smith avoids a punch and scores with a crisp punch.
>Hersch throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Smith cannot stop the takedown, and only catches Hersch in half guard.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Hersch attempts to pass half guard.
>Smith doesn't let Hersch get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.
>Hersch blocks Smith as he tries a sweep from half guard.
>Hersch tries to ensare Smith in a kimura.
>Smith defends it well.
>Smith tries to ensare Hersch in a guillotine.
>Hersch defends it well.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Hersch looks to pass half guard and get side control.
>Smith comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Hersch in half guard.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
>Here come the official scores.
>Judge #1: 30-27 Hersch.
>Judge #2 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Hersch.
>Judge #3 has given 30-27 to Hersch.
>Hersch wins by unanimous decision!


Jethro Munter (14-4) vs Jerry Bogdonovich (6-0)
>The fight begins!
>Munter uses a combination of three punches to get Bogdonovich to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Bogdonovich tries to step away from the takedown.
>Munter doesn't get the takedown, Bogdonovich avoided it.
>They come together and strike, but neither can get past the gloves of the other.
>Bogdonovich avoids a flurry of punches.
>Munter is caught with a barrage of big punches, forcing him up against the cage!
>With Munter taking a lot of big punches, the referee has to stop the match!
>The winner, by TKO; Jerry Bogdonovich!
>Official Result: 'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich defeats Jethro 'The Hunter' Munter (TKO in 1:48 of round 1)


Main Card
Beau Gorshin (36-8) vs Aaron McBroom (9-2)
>And here we go!
>McBroom circles as he plans his next move.
>Gorshin presses in closer to attack.
>Gorshin uses a combination of three punches to get McBroom to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>He has the takedown! McBroom pulls guard.
>Gorshin starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>McBroom finds his opponent too skilled, and Gorshin passes guard into side control.
>Gorshin looks to get a mount.
>McBroom tries to sweep from the mount attempt, but gets rolled and gives up his back.
>Gorshin tries to flatten McBroom out for a rear naked choke.
>The rear naked choke is in deep, McBroom has to tap out!
>'The Madman From Michigan' Beau Gorshin takes the win by Submission!
>Official Result: 'The Madman From Michigan' Beau Gorshin defeats Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom (Submission in 2:25 of round 1)


Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-4) vs Derek South (13-3)
>There's the opening bell!
>Van Den Hauwe shoots in for a takedown.
>South stuffs the takedown, but gets pushed up against the cage instead.
>Van Den Hauwe tries to press him up against the cage, but finds it hard to keep any sort of real control.
>Van Den Hauwe comes very close to getting trapped in a standing guillotine, but he sees the danger and blocks it.
>South struggles back against Van Den Hauwe, not allowing him to control the grappling.
>South tries for a standing guillotine, but Van Den Hauwe pulls free too quickly.
>Van Den Hauwe tries to keep him pressed up against the cage with wrestling, but South isn't allowing it.
>South manages to slap on a standing guillotine choke, and takes Van Den Hauwe down with it!
>Van Den Hauwe pulls free, South didn't have it fully sunk in.
>Van Den Hauwe looks to pass guard and get side control.
>South comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Van Den Hauwe in guard.
>South applies double underhooks and keeps Van Den Hauwe from launching any attacks.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Van Den Hauwe tries to smother South, but he squirms free.
>South throws out some punches, but Van Den Hauwe leans back to avoid them.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Van Den Hauwe tries to smother South but can't keep control long enough.
>Van Den Hauwe leans back, preventing South from throwing any elbows to the top of the head.
>South doesn't allow Van Den Hauwe to smother him against the ground.
>South attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom.
>Van Den Hauwe isn't caught tight enough to tap, but does get swept over into side control.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>There's a takedown attempt from Van Den Hauwe.
>South stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Van Den Hauwe into a clinch.
>South tries to take Van Den Hauwe down from the grapple.
>Van Den Hauwe doesn't fight the takedown, he seems content to pull guard.
>Van Den Hauwe reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>South defends it.
>South smothers Van Den Hauwe with his body by pushing forward and down.
>South lies on top of Van Den Hauwe, basically smothering him.
>South pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Van Den Hauwe is comfortable holding guard.
>Van Den Hauwe gets the double underhooks in and pulls South close, controlling him well.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>South throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>There's a takedown attempt from Van Den Hauwe.
>The takedown is countered, South blocked it and then took Van Den Hauwe down instead! South gets side control.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>South throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>South blocks Van Den Hauwe as he tries a transition to guard.
>South aims a couple of punches at Van Den Hauwe, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>We are back underway!
>Van Den Hauwe bobs and weaves.
>Time slips away as South doesn't press Van Den Hauwe, allowing him to circle.
>South counters a punch by hitting several big punches, forcing Van Den Hauwe back up against the cage!
>Van Den Hauwe is taking a lot of shots, the referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>The winner, by TKO, is Derek 'Smash Mouth' South!
>Official Result: Derek 'Smash Mouth' South defeats 'The Modern Day Gladiator' Bryan Van Den Hauwe (TKO in 1:14 of round 3)



Norbert Vinkus (13-7) vs Marvin Stevens (21-10)
>The fight begins!
>Vinkus steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Vinkus side-steps a barrage of big punches and hits a flurry of quick punches.
>Vinkus avoids a jab.
>Stevens uses a right hook, but misses.
>Vinkus doesn't let Stevens settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Stevens tries for a series of strikes but Vinkus moves out of range.
>Vinkus avoids a flurry of punches.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Stevens glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Not letting Stevens settle at all, Vinkus comes in closer.
>Vinkus scores with a series of quick punches.
>Vinkus catches Stevens with a flurry of small strikes.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Stevens switches stances, throws a speculative punch, then switches right back again.
>Vinkus presses in closer to attack.
>Vinkus fires off a barrage of big punches, knocking Stevens down!
>Vinkus doesn't have time to capitalise though, as Stevens recovers his wits quickly.
>Stevens gets his legs swept aside, and unable to offer any defense, gets caught with an enormous punch from Vinkus!
>Vinkus doesn't even bother continuing, Stevens is out like a light!
>The winner, by Knock Out, is Norbert 'The Rock' Vinkus!
>Official Result: Norbert 'The Rock' Vinkus defeats 'The New Jersey Crusher' Marvin Stevens (Knock Out in 4:52 of round 1)


Co-Main Event
Mac Fuller (29-5) vs JJ Reid (26-2)
>We are underway!
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Reid throws out a quick jab.
>Fuller steps in closer to force the issue.
>Reid counters a missed punch with a jab.
>Reid avoids an scorching uppercut and comes back with a clean punch.
>Reid looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Fuller.
>Fuller finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>From the grapple, Reid tries a takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Fuller blocked Reid.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Reid, controlling the grapple with Fuller, goes for a takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Fuller blocked Reid.
>From the grapple, Reid tries to pick Fuller up on his shoulder for a slam.
>Fuller is able to block it and pull away from him.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Reid counters a superman punch with a flurry of quick punches.
>Reid throws a jab but Fuller avoids it.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>We are back underway!
>Fuller glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>It seems that Reid is happy to let Fuller circle for the moment.
>Fuller keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Reid doesn't press the issue, allowing Fuller to circle.
>Reid tries to get a knock out with a scorching punch but Fuller moves out of range.
>Fuller slips out of the way of a massive overhand punch.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Reid throws a vicious uppercut but Fuller avoids it.
>Fuller waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a great punch, Reid is knocked down!
>Reid shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert.
>Apparently unwilling to engage, Fuller lets his opponent stand back up.
>Reid looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Reid can't get close enough to grapple, Fuller makes sure to keep out of range.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Reid circles, looking for an opening.
>Not letting up, Fuller quickly steps in closer to attack Reid.
>Reid throws a vicious uppercut but Fuller avoids it.
>The time runs out on round two.
>Round three begins!
>Reid tries to get a knock out with a scorching punch but Fuller moves out of range.
>Fuller slips out of the way of a massive overhand punch.
>Fuller slips out of the way of a massive overhand punch.
>Fuller steps back to avoid an enormous knock out punch.
>Fuller gets Reid with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Reid doesn't let Fuller settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Reid chooses to shoot in on Fuller.
>Reid can't get past the sprawl of Fuller, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground.
>JJ Reid is breathing very hard.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Reid prevents himself from being rolled out of turtle position.
>Reid gets quickly back to his feet.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Fuller steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Not letting up, Reid steps in closer to pressure Fuller into action.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Reid throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Fuller.
>To counter, Fuller throws a huge strike which doesn't miss by much.
>Reid side-steps an attempted knock out punch and hits a solid jab.
>Fuller avoids a kick to the leg and hits a barrage of huge punches, knocking Reid down!
>Almost immediately Reid has shaken it off and is ready for Fuller.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1 has given 29-28 to Fuller.
>Judge #2 has given 29-28 to Fuller.
>Judge #3 has given 29-28 to Fuller.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Mean Machine' Mac Fuller



Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (14-0-1)(c) vs Jack Humphreys (25-3)
>The fight begins!
>Moving in closer, Humphreys looks like he may want to wrestle Regueiro.
>Regueiro ends up grappling for supremacy with Humphreys.
>Humphreys is trying to push Regueiro so that his back is up against the cage.
>Humphreys achieves it, pinning Regueiro to the cage.
>Humphreys tries to smother Regueiro against the cage, but is struggling to maintain control.
>Humphreys suddenly finds a guillotine choke slapped on him, and he gets pulled down to the ground in it!
>Humphreys pulls his head free before the guillotine can be sunk in properly.
>Humphreys tries to get out of guard and stand up, but Regueiro doesn't allow it.
>Regueiro smothers Humphreys with close control, stopping him from posturing up.
>Regueiro keeps Humphreys, who looked to be trying to stand up, in guard.
>Regueiro tries to ensare an arm.
>Regueiro uses the threat of a kimura to turn Humphreys and get side control.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Regueiro attempts to armbar Humphreys from side control.
>Humphreys fights off the armbar attempt.
>Humphreys tries to sweep Regueiro but can't do it.
>In side control, Regueiro begins working to get a mount.
>Humphreys can't fend off his opponent and is mounted.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Regueiro attempts to set up an armbar on Humphreys from the mount.
>The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Humphreys has to tap out!
>'Spanish Silk' Julio Regueiro takes the win by Submission!
>Official Result: 'Spanish Silk' Julio Regueiro defeats 'The Show Stopper' Jack Humphreys (Submission in 4:58 of round 1)


Regueiro goes to shake Humphrey's hand following the bout but Jack angrily leaves the cage before Julio can reach him. Regueiro raises his arms in the air as the title belt is secured around his waist.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Fuller: "I think this proves that I should get a title shot against Napier now. Reid was tough and he will only improve from here on out."

Reid: "Mac was the better man tonight, I hope he does get a title shot against Napier and I hope he wins. That means that when I get my rematch I can take the title as well."

Humphreys: "I am furious with myself. I prepared for the ground game and still got caught."

Regueiro: (translated) "Humphreys would be advised to talk a little less in the future. It only encouraged me to work that much harder."


Fight of The Night: Beau Gorshin vs Aaron McBroom
KO of The Night: Norbert Vinkus
Submission of The Night: Julio Regueiro

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Prediction Results

Bull: 6/8 - Nice going Bull, a very respectable score there. Could be a winner.

MonoNaitch: 5/8 - Not backing Hersch cost you in this one. There is a reason I hired him after all.

TheDeanOfWhipedCream: 4/8 - Got to admire some risky picks. Unfortunately on this occasion it didn't pay off. Congratulations on predicting FOTN though!

Scottie: 3/8 - Not the best result as I'm sure you will admit but at least you made some bold predictions.

Frank_Vest: 5/8 - Nice to see the reigning champion back to defend his crown. A very solid score as expected. Shame on you for predicting against Wes Hersch! ;)


Round Result
Congratulations to Bull, you have won this round!

Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 8

2nd: RennikKain076 = 7

2nd: RBM1 = 7

3rd: pauls07 = 4

4th: bitlos = 3

5th: Bull = 2

5th: Devil_Bingo = 2

5th: SeanMcFly = 2

6th: Zeel1 = 1

6th: mmaaddict = 1

6th: MonoNaitch = 1

7th: edisraw = 0

7th: Dead_Jester = 0

7th: Astyn = 0

7th: AdamS = 0

7th: Scottie = 0

7th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA News from May 1999
GAMMA are pleased to announce several extensions for key fighters in the organisation. The three fighters are Jerry Bogdonovich, Norbert Vinkus and Derek South. It has also been announced that GAMMA have extended their PPV deal with American Option.

Rumours and Planned Fights
GAMMA have announced that the next PPV will be entitled GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble and will be headlined by Sean Morrison defending his GAMMA Lightweight Championship against Bruce Steven. Also slated to be on the card is a Middleweight bout between Buddy Garner and Carl Ratcliffe. Other fighters rumoured to be on the card are Wes Hersch and Dan Halvorsen. More news as we get it.......

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2) (Lightweight)
Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12) (Light Heavyweight)
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0) (Middleweight)


Post Predictions as normal. Send me a PM with thoughts for the roundtable. Good luck.

[Bull]

GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2) (Lightweight)
Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12) (Light Heavyweight)
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0) (Middleweight)


FOTN: Buddy Garner vs. Carl Ratcliffe

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2) (Lightweight)
Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12) (Light Heavyweight)
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0) (Middleweight)

fotn: Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

[Frank_Vest]

Prediction Results


Frank_Vest: 5/8 - Nice to see the reigning champion back to defend his crown. A very solid score as expected. Shame on you for predicting against Wes Hersch! ;)


Hersch never did all that much for me and Smith is excellent in my current game. Goes to show the power of destiny.

[edisraw]

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2) (Lightweight)
Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12) (Light Heavyweight)
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0) (Middleweight)


FOTN: Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2) (Lightweight)
Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12) (Light Heavyweight)
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Tracey vs. Mountfield

[RennikKain076]

GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2) (Lightweight)
Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12) (Light Heavyweight)
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0) (Middleweight)

Fight of the Night: Garner vs Ratcliffe

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Countdown to GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble


Bellfort: Hello everybody and welcome once again to The Countdown. I am your host Tom Bellfort and tonight alongside me is "The Demolition Expert" Raul Hughes. We are here to talk all things GAMMA including the upcoming PPV GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble. Pleased to have you on the show Raul.

Hughes: Good thanks Tom. I am ready to break down these fights

Bellfort: Would you say break down or 'demolish'?

Hughes: Was that a joke?

Bellfort: Well I tried.

Hughes: The only joke in this room is between your legs Tom.

Bellfort: ..........................anyway let's kick things off with the Main Event.


GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (c) vs Bruce Steven

Bellfort: We spoke to Sean recently on The Countdown and he seemed extremely confident about the upcoming title defence. For me, Morrison is just to strong for Steven and will dominate the challenger before putting him away with strikes.

Hughes: Sean Morrison is a fighter built in a similar mould to me. He likes to take fighters down and beat the p*** out of them. I think Morrison will put Steven away in the first by KO.

Buddy Garner vs Carl Ratcliffe

Hughes: Ratcliffe shocked a lot of people with his upset over Adam White and because of this I think he will put the first notch in Buddy Garner's loss column. Most likely by unanimous decision.

Bellfort: Nobody was more surprised by that outcome than myself but to assume that Carl Ratcliffe can pull off the back to back upsets is borderline madness. Garner is a submission wizard. One of the best in the game today. Garner will grab one of Ratcliffe's limbs and pull until Carl submits.

Dan Halvorsen vs Charles Stiles

Bellfort: The old vs the new. Halvorsen has been in the game since the beginning and this could be the key in this fight. However, I believe that after his impressive victory over Agustin Gonzalez, I think Charles Stiles will be the hungrier of the two in this fight. I think Stiles will therefore edge out a close decision.

Hughes: I have to disagree. Halvorsen is a wise old fox and will use his superior wrestling to take down Stiles at will. I think Dan is too slick to be caught in a submission unlike Gonzalez was. I think this fight will go to a decison but I am calling it for Halvorsen.

Rick Stanley vs Tank Manu'a

Hughes: Both of these heavyweights are as old as stale ass. Not much talent. Either guy who wins will get destroyed by me. Don't care who wins. The end.

Bellfort: ..................Um, ok. It is hard to look past Tank's sheer size. He is a gargantuan. Theoretically he should smother Stanley for the entire fight, but I don't think he will be able to. Somehow I see Stanley getting a takedown and pounding Tank out in the second.

Kendall Tracey vs Christian Mountfield

Hughes: Tracey and Mountfield both have potential to be great in this division. Whoever wins here could be springboarded into the mix. I like Tracey in this one. I think he has the better all-around game and will scrape a decision against the tiger.

Bellfort: I have to agree with you. Tracey is the better fighter. I think he will catch Mountfield late on with an armbar or some variant of a choke. I like Mountfield and see bright things in his future but I think on this night, Tracey will win.


Bellfort: Well that about wraps this one up tonight. Thanks go to my co-host for the evening Raul Hughes. But before we go, what can we expect next for you Raul?

Hughes: I hear that a Japanese Heavyweight has decided to take his chance in GAMMA. Tamura is his name and I want to stop him in his tracks. I own this division and I will knock that b**** back to Tokyo.

Bellfort: Well we look forward to seeing you back in the cage sometime soon. Thanks ladies and gentleman for joining us this evening for the Countdown, be sure to check in next month, but until then we will see you cageside.

[falling_star]

GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2) (Lightweight)
Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12) (Light Heavyweight)
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0) (Middleweight)

Fight of the Night: Halvorsen vs Stiles

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble


Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 9,805 for a gate of $588,300
Pay-Per-View: 133,403 buys for a revenue for $533,612
Saturday of Week 4, May 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg


Song is played during fight interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Ratcliffe: "People have doubted me in the past. Ask Adam White how that turned out for him."

Garner: "The difference between me and White is that I do not fear getting a loss. Carl cannot and will not beat me."

Steven: "Morrison's the bigger fighter. He is expected to win by most people. I have worked hard for this title shot and I plan to take it."

Morrison: "I respect Steven a great deal, but he is in dangerous waters now. I will pound on him until the ref pulls me away."

Steven: "He is always confident. He thrives on his opponents fearing him. Unfortunately for him I do not fear any man."

Morrison: "He can say that, but he is talking out of his ass. When you get hit in the face by me then you know what fear is!"


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Preliminaries
Osmosis Benn (2-0) vs Wes Hersch (1-0)
>Round one begins!
>Benn is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Hersch.
>Hersch tries to counter with a takedown, but Benn defended it well.
>Benn slips out of the way of a jab.
>Hersch throws a kick to the body but Benn avoids it.
>Benn is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Hersch.
>Benn grapples with Hersch, who made no attempt to escape.
>Benn is trying to muscle Hersch up against the cage.
>Benn does it, Hersch is stuck with his back to the cage.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Benn pins Hersch up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>Hersch is trapped against the cage and held there by Benn, with apparent ease, for over a minute.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
>Benn avoids a straight right and hits a punch.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>We are back underway!
>Hersch shoots in for a takedown.
>Benn counters with a punch that catches Hersch flush, rocking him!
>Hersch throws a flurry of punches but Benn steps back and avoids them.
>Benn is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Hersch.
>Hersch tries to take down Benn as he steps in, but he blocks it.
>Hersch bobs and weaves.
>It seems that Benn is happy to let Hersch circle for the moment.
>Benn looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Hersch.
>Hersch seems happy to grapple with Benn.
>Benn is trying to muscle Hersch up against the cage.
>Benn manages it, and controls Hersch up against the cage.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Benn pins Hersch up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>Benn pins Hersch up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Hersch is controlled up against the cage for the little that remains of the round.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Hersch shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Benn attempts to snare Hersch in a guillotine off the takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Benn is on his back and pulls guard.
>In guard, Hersch begins working to pass to side control.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>Hersch is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Benn comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Hersch in half guard.
>Benn tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Hersch.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Hersch tries to ensare Benn in an arm triangle.
>Benn doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.
>Benn tries to sweep Hersch but can't do it.
>Hersch looks to get past the half guard.
>He gets past half guard, gaining side control.
>Hersch hits a knee strike to the ribs.
>Hersch attempts the mount.
>Hersch shows his ground skills and slips to mount.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Hersch unloads with some big punches, but Benn deals with them comfortably.
>Hersch counters an attempt by Benn to move him from mount by taking his back!
>Osmosis Benn is looking really tired.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1 has given 29-28 to Benn.
>Judge #2 gives a score of 29-28 in favour of Benn.
>Judge #3: 29-28 Benn.
>Making Osmosis Benn the winner by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Osmosis Benn defeats Wes 'The Hurt' Hersch (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 3)


Joshua Hope (1-0) vs Glenn Pimm (29-12)
>Round one begins!
>There's a takedown attempt from Pimm.
>Pimm is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>Hope pounds away on the body and side of the head, Pimm struggles to deal with them.
>Hope unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Pimm.
>Hope fires away with punches, and Pimm is stung by several big shots to the side of the head.
>Hope unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Pimm.
>Pimm takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing.
>Hope throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Pimm.
>Pimm attempts to snare Hope in a guillotine off the takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Pimm is on his back and pulls guard.
>Hope throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Hope leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Pimm.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Hope fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>The clock runs down as Pimm is being smothered against the ground by Hope.
>Hope throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Hope lies on top of Pimm, basically smothering him.
>Hope fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>Pimm tries to catch Hope with a punch, but it is not on target.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Pimm comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Hope stuffed it.
>Pimm misses with a punch.
>Not letting up, Hope steps in closer to pressure Pimm into action.
>Hope avoids a jab.
>Pimm keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting up, Hope steps in closer to pressure Pimm into action.
>Hope comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.
>Hope is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Pimm comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Hope in half guard.
>Pimm tries to sweep Hope but doesn't get anywhere.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Hope pounds away from half guard, but is unable to land many clean shots on Pimm.
>Pimm tries to sweep Hope but doesn't get anywhere.
>Hope attempts to pass half guard.
>He is too good for Pimm slipping out of half guard and straight into a mount.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Hope has good control, and starts pounding away on Pimm.
>Pimm had better start defending himself, or this will be over!
>With Pimm stuck and taking a pounding, the referee has to stop the match!
>By TKO, the winner is Hope!
>Official Result: 'Glorious' Joshua Hope defeats 'No Surrender' Glenn Pimm (TKO in 4:35 of round 2)


Main Card
Kendall Tracey (8-1) vs Christian Mountfield (12-3)
>We are underway!
>Mountfield looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Tracey.
>Tracey tries to take down Mountfield as he steps in, but he blocks it.
>Tracey avoids a flurry of punches.
>Tracey uses a combination of three punches to get Mountfield to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Mountfield sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Tracey can't get the takedown, Mountfield was too quick to back away.
>Moving in closer, Mountfield looks like he may want to wrestle Tracey.
>Tracey seems happy to grapple with Mountfield.
>Tracey looks for a judo toss from the grapple.
>He uses a judo-style trip; Mountfield didn't even seem to fight it, and simply pulls guard.
>Tracey looks to get past the guard.
>Tracey is too much for Mountfield, passing guard and gaining side control.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Tracey tries to lock Mountfield into an armbar.
>Mountfield fights off the armbar attempt.
>Tracey blocks Mountfield as he tries a sweep from side control.
>Tracey attempts to roll Mountfield slightly and take his back.
>He rolls Mountfield over a little...and slips behind to take the back!
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Tracey attempts an armbar.
>Mountfield defends himself well.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Mountfield looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Tracey tries to counter with a takedown, but Mountfield defended it well.
>Mountfield keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Tracey seems to be waiting for Mountfield to make a move.
>Mountfield looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Tracey seems happy to grapple with Mountfield.
>Mountfield is trying to push Tracey so that his back is up against the cage.
>Tracey ends up backed against the cage.
>Tracey wrestles back against Mountfield, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Tracey smothers Mountfield against the cage, keeping solid control for almost a full minute.
>With Mountfield stuck against the cage, Tracey goes for a judo-style throw.
>Tracey executes a judo hip toss, but Mountfield was ready and pulled guard.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Tracey throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>Mountfield throws out some punches, but Tracey leans back to avoid them.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Tracey tries to wrestle Mountfield backward and up against the cage.
>Tracey manages it, and controls Mountfield up against the cage.
>Tracey tries to maintain control, but Mountfield isn't letting himself get bullied like that.
>Mountfield wrestles back against Tracey, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.
>Mountfield tries dirty boxing, but Tracey out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>Kendall Tracey is looking really tired.
>Tracey tries to maintain control, but Mountfield wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Tracey ends up backed against the cage.
>Christian Mountfield is breathing very hard.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
>Mountfield waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a straight punch.
>Tracey counters a wayward jab with a clean punch.
>Tracey, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Mountfield.
>Tracey cannot get close enough to the elusive Mountfield to grapple.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Tracey counters a jab by hitting a solid punch.
>Tracey bobs and weaves.
>Not letting up, Mountfield quickly steps in closer to attack Tracey.
>Tracey throws a jab but Mountfield avoids it.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1: 30-27 Tracey.
>Judge #2: 30-27 Tracey.
>Judge #3: 30-27 Tracey.
>Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey wins by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey defeats Christian 'The Tiger' Mountfield (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 3)


Rick Stanley (22-7-3) vs Tank Manu'a (17-5)
>And here we go!
>Manu'a counters a flurry of punches by hitting a solid punch.
>Moving in closer, Manu'a looks like he may want to wrestle Stanley.
>Strikes from Stanley keep Manu'a from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>Manu'a looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Stanley.
>Stanley uses his strikes to stop Manu'a from getting close enough to grapple.
>Stanley misses with a punch.
>Manu'a doesn't let Stanley settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Manu'a is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Stanley.
>Stanley throws a vicious punch as a counter, but it misses the target.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Manu'a tries for a leg kick but Stanley moves out of range.
>Manu'a looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Stanley.
>Stanley throws a big punch as a counter, but it misses the target.
>Manu'a is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Stanley.
>Manu'a is surprised by a vicious countering uppercut, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Manu'a circles as he plans his next move.
>Stanley steps in closer to force the issue.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Manu'a uses the jab.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Between rounds, his corner told Stanley to try and use counter striking in this round.
>Stanley gets Manu'a with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting up, Manu'a quickly steps in closer to attack Stanley.
>Manu'a comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Stanley tries to counter Manu'a with a big punch, but it doesn't hit the target.
>Rick Stanley doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Manu'a looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Stanley.
>Manu'a can't get close enough to grapple, Stanley makes sure to keep out of range.
>Manu'a uses the jab.
>Manu'a chooses to shoot in on Stanley.
>Stanley throws a big punch as a counter, but it misses the target.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Manu'a throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Stanley throws a big punch first, but it just misses.
>Rick Stanley seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Manu'a hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>The fight slows as Stanley sits back and allows Manu'a to circle.
>Manu'a avoids a quick jab and hits a flurry of quick punches to sting Stanley.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Stanley switches stances, throws a speculative punch, then switches right back again.
>Manu'a doesn't let Stanley settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Manu'a.
>Stanley throws a big punch as a counter, but it misses the target.
>Manu'a sees a body kick coming and hits a nice sequence of jabs.
>Tank Manu'a is breathing very hard.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Between rounds, his corner told Manu'a to watch for strikes but to be aware of takedown opportunities.
>Manu'a switches stances, throws a speculative punch, then switches right back again.
>Stanley comes in closer to press the issue.
>Manu'a avoids a quick jab and hits a quick series of punches.
>Manu'a hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Stanley presses in closer to attack.
>Rick Stanley looks exhausted.
>Stanley waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a clean punch.
>Manu'a throws a couple of ragged-looking jabs as a set up, then attempts a takedown.
>To counter, Stanley throws a huge strike which doesn't miss by much.
>Backing out of range, Stanley circles tentatively.
>Manu'a quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Manu'a avoids several big punches and counters with a nice punch.
>Manu'a throws a couple of ragged-looking jabs as a set up, then attempts a takedown.
>Stanley throws a vicious punch as a counter, but it misses the target.
>Manu'a counters a wayward jab with a series of big punches, trapping Stanley against the cage!
>Stanley is taking a lot of shots, the referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>By TKO, the winner is Manu'a!
>Official Result: 'Sweet Baby' Tank Manu'a defeats 'The Pit Bull' Rick Stanley (TKO in 3:46 of round 3)


Dan Halvorsen (26-11-2) vs Charles Stiles (15-2)
>The fight begins!
>Stiles steps back to avoid a jab.
>Stiles comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Halvorsen stuffs the takedown attempt, but can't do anything about being pushed up against the cage.
>With the cage trapping Halvorsen, Stiles looks to try and take him down.
>It looks like Halvorsen is trying to grab a guillotine.
>Halvorsen cannot stop the takedown, and gives up side control.
>Stiles hits a vicious knee strike to the ribs!
>Stiles attempts to arm triangle Halvorsen from side control.
>Halvorsen blocks it.
>Halvorsen tries to pull guard on Stiles but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
>Stiles begins trying to get himself into a mount.
>Stiles shifts to mount.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Stiles tries to lock Halvorsen in an armbar.
>Stiles gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Halvorsen has to tap!
>The winner, by Submission; Charles Stiles!
>Official Result: Charles 'Rogue' Stiles defeats 'The Perfectionist' Dan Halvorsen (Submission in 3:16 of round 1)


Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (13-0) vs Carl Ratcliffe (17-4)
>We are underway!
>They come together and strike, but neither can get past the gloves of the other.
>Garner shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Ratcliffe pulls guard.
>Time slips away as Garner successfully keeps Ratcliffe stuck against the ground.
>Garner tries to pass the guard.
>Garner gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>Garner tries to lock Ratcliffe into an armbar.
>Garner gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Ratcliffe has to tap!
>Buddy Garner takes the victory by way of Submission!
>Official Result: Buddy Garner defeats 'Mr. Awesome' Carl Ratcliffe (Submission in 2:45 of round 1)


Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (26-3)(c) vs Bruce Steven (20-2)
>We are underway!
>Morrison steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Morrison avoids a jab.
>Morrison comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Steven tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Steven is on his back and pulls guard.
>Morrison pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Steven is comfortable holding guard.
>Steven tries to catch Morrison with a punch, but it is not on target.
>Morrison starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Morrison is too much for Steven, passing guard and gaining side control.
>Morrison attempts the mount.
>He is too good for Steven, and has mount.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Morrison pounds away from the mount with vicious elbows, Steven is barely able to offer any defence at all!
>The referee jumps in and saves Steven from taking any more shots!
>The winner, by TKO; Sean Morrison!
>Official Result: 'The Man With No Nickname' Sean Morrison defeats 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven (TKO in 3:19 of round 1)


Morrison finishes his celebration before going over to the vanquished Steven and helping him up. Steven looks saddened but gives a sporting embrace to the GAMMA Lightweight Champion. Beau Gorshin is seen cageside eyeing up the champion. The crowd cheer as he appears on the big screen.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Ratcliffe: "I think I was overconfident coming into this fight. All credit to Garner, he stuck to his gameplan and won."

Garner: "I think I am one fight away from a Middleweight title shot, but if I was to be given the title shot next I certainly wouldn't say no."

Steven: "Morrison is extremely strong. I didn't anticipate that level of strength and it cost me."

Morrison: "I proved my point again tonight. I am the best in the division right now. If Beau is next in line so be it. I will win that fight and you can mark my word on that."


Fight Of The Night: Buddy Garner vs Carl Ratcliffe
KO Of The Night: Sean Morrison
Submission Of The Night: Buddy Garner

[LoNdOn]

Prediction Results

Bull: 7/8 - Very impressive score there Bull. Special congratulations for picking FOTN as well.

Frank_Vest: 8/8 - Back with a bang huh Frank? Perfect score by the reigning champion. Expect a win with that score.

edisraw: 5/8 - Respectable score here. Nice to see that FOTN was expected by the majority of you predictors.

MonoNaitch: 7/8 - So close yet so far. Great predicting though Naitch as always.

RennikKain076: 8/8 - Another predicting pro gets a perfect score. Nice going RennikKain076. Good to see you back.

falling_star: 6/8 - Nice debut score falling_star. Welcome to the dynasty. Hope to see you predict in future rounds.


Round Result
Congratulations Frank_Vest and RennikKain076. You have won this round.

Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 9

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: pauls07 = 4

5th: bitlos = 3

6th: Bull = 2

6th: Devil_Bingo = 2

6th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: Zeel1 = 1

7th: mmaaddict = 1

7th: MonoNaitch = 1

8th: edisraw = 0

8th: Dead_Jester = 0

8th: Astyn = 0

8th: AdamS = 0

8th: Scottie = 0

8th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

8th: falling_star = 0

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA Breaking News from June 1999
Now as you all well know GAMMA are continually looking to snap up the best fighters from around the world. If the fighter is sought after, has a good professional record and the want to prove they are the best in the world then a GAMMA contract will make its way to them in no time at all. Having said this, GAMMA can now announce a host of new fighters who will be plying their trade in the cage.

Rafael Tavares (13-4)
This Brazilian lightweight has shown remarkable promise in his relatively young career. With notablle victories over Takahiro Nakamura and Gu Ueda, Tavares is looking to build from his success. Having only lost 4 times including losses against Li-Kong Ho and Tomohiro Takeuchi, the future looks bright for this prospect

Jim Carpenter (51-9-2)
The battle tested English welterweight has shown that you can teach an old dog new tricks. With recent back to back victories over Benedikt Streit and Doug Hansen, Carpenter hopes that he can continue his recent run of form into GAMMA.

Diego Arteta (1-0)
This Mexican welterweight recently upset Procopio Golias by TKO'ing the veteran on an independant card. Having shocked the MMA community Arteta has landed himself in GAMMA to see if his skills match up with the best in the world.

Ari Peltonen (23-7)
The "Finn-isher" is one imposing figure in the heavyweight scene. With an impressive victory over Jean-Pierre Richelleau in SIGMA, Ari can now bring his game to the cage. (Another perosn for Raul Hughes to hate at the very least)

Faas Smit (36-14)
SIGMA lose yet another top fighter to GAMMA as light heavyweight Faas Smit makes his way stateside. Faas has recently defeated Nicolai Mickiewicz and Ralph Kohl

Sammy Gaffigan (16-2)
Gaffigan has been signed to GAMMA for one very simple reason......he is the first and only man to defeat Phillip Ziskie. Unfortunately he could not maintain that level of success unfortunately as he lost to Easton Frye in his first defence.

Helio (21-2)
The Brazilian Wonderkid has had an impressive career so far and he is still relativly young. Having recently defeated Jason Dalgleish in BCF, Helio has now made his way accross the Atlantilc.

Rich Robinson (3-0)
Hard Rain is an apt nickname for this rookie welterweight who is coming off an impressive win over Sawyer Hines. Can Robinson hang with the best that GAMMA has to offer? Only time will tell.

Heikichi Shimizu (1-0)
A man who needs no introduction. A former multiple time world judo champion has officially begun his MMA journey. After a fierce bidding war with ALPHA-1, GAMMA eventually managed to secure the signature of this potential world beater.

Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0)
The menacing Russian has promised a lot in the middleweight division and is still undefeated in his career. His last victory took place in SIGMA against Bambang Sriyanto.

Will Kane (16-6)
Another long serving English warrior, Kane has recently come into a bit of success after having beaten both Rodolphe Gygax and Vikram Sithalayan both by way of KO. In Kane's last bout he was beaten by HM Menzel.


GAMMA are also pleased to announce that they have agreed new contracts with Glenn Pimm, Dan Halvorsen and Rick Stanley.

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN:Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)

[falling_star]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Gonzalez/Aldariso

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Thomas/Ballard

[BHK1978]

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

[Bull]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: James Foster vs. Fatuma Roy

[BuddyGarner]

Man you do no record padding whatsoever...And you don't job old guys out like Vinkus. Vinkus is going to retire on a win streak and you're going to be pissed.

[LoNdOn]

Man you do no record padding whatsoever...And you don't job old guys out like Vinkus. Vinkus is going to retire on a win streak and you're going to be pissed.

I'm currently on GAMMA 230 in this game and trust me I do incorporate record padding. I have a real problem with cutting guys as I feel I can always use them to feed to the stars and the rising youngsters if need be. I mean I have used Duane Weatherly for goodness sake. With regards to Norbert Vinkus I was pleasantly surprised with his success as he has always previously failed miserably for me. When I have a golden goose, you better believe I am gonna keep going to the coop for the eggs. Look at Randy Couture. Going to retire within the next year or so and the UFC want him to go out with a good string of results. Thanks for commenting on the dynasty sir, always nice to hear feedback.

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN:Ballard vs Thomas

[edisraw]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)

[Blackman]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

[Blackman]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

btw there is notting wrong with 'not jobbing' old guys out. They quit earlier when on a losing streak. You lose nothing. When they do announce their retirement, then it's ok to job them out in the hardest fight of their careers :p

[LoNdOn]

btw there is notting wrong with 'not jobbing' old guys out. They quit earlier when on a losing streak. You lose nothing. When they do announce their retirement, then it's ok to job them out in the hardest fight of their careers :p

Absolutely. But as we all know, the GAMMA Heavyweight division is shockingly thin in talent so at this stage of the dynasty, Vinkus is actually in the top 10. Wonder how long he can stay there......hmmmmm.

[Frank_Vest]

Absolutely. But as we all know, the GAMMA Heavyweight division is shockingly thin in talent so at this stage of the dynasty, Vinkus is actually in the top 10. Wonder how long he can stay there......hmmmmm.

My philosophy is go with who is winning.

If someone like Vinkus can string together some wins, that’s great. You can feed him to a stronger fighter, maybe even squeeze a main event out of him.

[DJ Onni]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

First Round TKO

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Knockout, not sure which round.

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Submission

Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)

Either way, it's a decision I think.

Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Submission victory.

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

[RennikKain076]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)

Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3) (Light Heavyweight)
Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23) (Welterweight)
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Aldarisio vs Gonzalez

[LoNdOn]

Countdown to GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters

Bellfort: Hello everybody and welcome once again to this month's edition of the countdown. I'm Tom Belfort and I am here to bring to you the latest happenings with regards to the upcoming GAMMA PPV. Alongside me tonight is Middleweight contender Matthew Dean, who is here to lend us his thoughts on the Heavy Hitters fight card.

Dean: Thanks Tom for having me.

Bellfort: No problem sir. Shall we get stuck into the meat of the discussion?

Dean: I don't see why not.


GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) vs Fatuma Roy

Bellfort: This Heavyweight contest on paper looks like it could be one of James Foster's more even contests. Fatuma is by far the bigger fighter and isn't completely incompetant when it comes to wrestling. Having said that, I still feel as though Foster has more weapons in his arsenal than Roy. Foster will most likely win by TKO at some stage in the latter rounds. Roy will be too resilliant to be finished off early.

Dean: You make valid points; Roy is by no means a bad fighter but I find it too difficult to look beyond the champion. Foster is tenacious and will find a way to ground out Fatuma.


Patrick Thomas vs Ashley Ballard

Dean: Both of these fighters are near the top end of the Middleweight rankings and either could receive a title shot at Neil Napier. Although I think that I am still higher in the pecking order, I would have no problem with taking on the victor. I think Thomas is the more well rounded fighter in this fight. Ballard, whist more than capable at striking, can come unstuck when taken down. Thomas has the ability to take him down. Ballard is the undefeated competitor but hasn't taken on anybody who has tested him on the mat. Thomas may even get a stoppage victory.

Bellfort: I can't side against an undefeated fighter, at least not in this instance. Ballard is agile enough to avoid Thomas' shots and has enough power to send Patrick reeling. Ballard by KO in the third.


Jerry Bogdonovich vs Lawrence Herringbone

Bellfort: The same applies in this fight. Bogdonovich packs dynamite in his fists and one mistake from Herringbone and this fight can be over quick. I have a gut feeling that The Dockland Destroyer will get the first round stoppage.

Dean: Again, I have to side with the more well rounded competitor. Herringbone simply put, brings more to the table and Jerry will struggle to cope with it. I think Herringbone will take him down, move to mount and slap on an armbar.


Alan Kendall vs Geoff Cahill

Bellfort: One is a long serving welterweight competitior, the other on the rise on the division. Kendall could be one for the not too distant future. Having come off a tough decision loss to Darin Blood at GAMMA 42, Kendall will be looking to bring the pain to Cahill. For my money, Kendall will win a one sided unanimous decision.

Dean: Cahill is a battle tested veteran and can hang with the majority of the competition even though he is getting up there in years. Kendall is a strong Welterweight but if he is not carefull he may find himself in the position of gatekeeper. I also think that Kendall will get the nod via decision.


Beau Gorshin vs Georges Nouri

Dean: As far as I am concerned Beau Gorshin is far the superior fighter and will ruin the GAMMA debut of the Greek, Georges Nouri. Yes, Nouri has an impressive record but he has yet to face any strong competition. Now he is in GAMMA he may find himself struggling to remain relevant. Gorshin by TKO.

Bellfort: Nouri is a talent, there is no doubt. If he wasn't, GAMMA would not have signed him to a contract. Having said that though I feel he has been thrown in at the deep end with this fight. Gorshin is a warrior and may find it relativly easy to dispatch his opponent. I feel that Gorshin will win by submission in the second.


Bellfort: Well that about wraps this one up. My thanks go to Matthew Dean for being my co-host for the evening and before we go, what can we expect next for you?

Dean: My main goal is to get my way back to a Middleweight title shot, hopefully against Napier. I want to avenge that loss and feel that I am more than capable of doing so. As for right now, who knows? I will fight anybody who GAMMA want to put in front of me.

Bellfort: Well we wish you the best of luck in the future. Thanks for joining us for this edition of The Countdown folks, make sure to check in next month, but until then, we will see you cageside!

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters


Cleaveland, Ohio
Attendance: 9,834 for a gate of $590,050
Pay-Per-View: 134,501 for revenue of $538,004
Saturday of Week 4, June 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.



Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Ballard: "I'm undefeated and I plan to remain undefeated after tonight. Thomas is a strong guy but that won't help him when I knock his ass out."

Thomas: "He can say what he likes but the end result will be the same. Ballard is going home with a loss on his record. Tapout, submission of whatever. I am going home as the winner."

Roy: "I have trained harder than I have ever done in my life. I aim to take Foster out of his comfort zone and make him pay for any mistakes."

Foster: "He may be waiting for a while because I don't make mistakes."

Roy: "I am too big for him. If I want to move him.......I move him. If I want to take him down..........I take him down."

Foster: "He wants no part of my ground game. I am the superior wrestler, hell I am the superior fighter. I will be walking out with my title."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Preliminaries
Duane Weatherly (14-9) vs Luke Hilton (7-0)
>There's the opening bell!
>Hilton narrowly misses Weatherly with an uppercut.
>Weatherly presses in closer to attack.
>Hilton counters a jab by hitting a barrage of huge punches, trapping Weatherly against the cage!
>With Weatherly taking a lot of big punches, the referee has to stop the match!
>By TKO, the winner is Hilton!
>Official Result: 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Luke Hilton defeats Duane 'The Weather Man' Weatherly (TKO in 0:46 of round 1)



Agustin Gonzalez (8-4) vs Josh Aldarisio (1-0)
>And here we go!
>Aldarisio comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>He has the takedown! Gonzalez pulls guard.
>Aldarisio is trying to pass guard.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>Aldarisio pounds away from half guard, but Gonzalez isn't troubled by the strikes.
>Aldarisio blocks an attempted sweep.
>Aldarisio starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>Gonzalez tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Aldarisio.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Aldarisio is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>He is too good for Gonzalez slipping out of half guard and straight into a mount.
>Aldarisio pounds away from the mount, Gonzalez is barely able to offer any defence at all!
>The referee pulls Aldarisio away, stopping the match!
>The winner, by TKO, is Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio!
>Official Result: Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio defeats 'The Latino Wild Cat' Agustín Gonzalez (TKO in 3:29 of round 1)



Main Card
Beau Gorshin (37-8) vs Georges Nouri (10-1)
>The fight begins!
>Gorshin throws a jab but Nouri avoids it.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>Nouri uses a right hook, but misses.
>Not letting Nouri settle at all, Gorshin comes in closer.
>Gorshin counters a wayward jab with a flurry of quick punches.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Gorshin moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a solid punch.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Nouri counters a wayward jab with a stinging jab
>Gorshin moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a clean punch.
>Gorshin counters a punch by hitting a stinging leg kick.
>Gorshin comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Nouri tries to avoid the takedown.
>He has the takedown! Nouri pulls guard.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Gorshin looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Gorshin isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Nouri attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom.
>Gorshin pulls free before the guillotine can be applied.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>And here we go, round two!
>Nouri counters a wayward jab with a stinging jab
>Nouri looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Gorshin ends up grappling for supremacy with Nouri.
>Nouri is trying to muscle Gorshin up against the cage.
>Nouri achieves it, pinning Gorshin to the cage.
>Nouri breaks the grapple and prepares to launch some strikes at Gorshin.
>Nouri avoids a jab.
>Gorshin avoids a straight right and hits a sequence of quick punches.
>Gorshin comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Nouri attempts to avoid Gorshin as he shoots in.
>Gorshin gets the takedown! Nouri pulls guard.
>Gorshin throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Gorshin smothers Nouri with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Gorshin tries to pass the guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Nouri tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.
>Nouri cannot secure the arm.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Gorshin lies on top of Nouri, basically smothering him.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>We are back underway!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Gorshin is looking to avoid strikes and take it to the ground in this round.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Nouri counters a wayward low kick with a jab to the cheek.
>Nouri circles, looking for an opening.
>It seems that Gorshin is happy to let Nouri circle for the moment.
>Gorshin tries for a jab but Nouri moves out of range.
>Nouri slips out of the way of a jab.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Nouri counters a body kick by hitting a series of quick punches.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Gorshin counters a flurry of punches with a nice jab.
>Nouri counters a missed punch with a solid jab.
>Nouri steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Nouri avoids a straight right and hits a solid punch.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 29-28 to Gorshin.
>Judge #2: 29-28 Gorshin.
>Judge #3 has given 29-28 to Gorshin.
>Gorshin wins by unanimous decision!



Alan Kendall (12-4) vs Geoff Cahill (47-23)
>Round one begins!
>Kendall counters a jab by hitting a sequence of quick punches.
>Cahill bobs and weaves.
>Kendall steps in closer to force the issue.
>Kendall counters a jab with a sequence of quick punches.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Kendall avoids a quick jab and hits a clean punch.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Cahill hits Kendall with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Cahill uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kendall.
>Cahill uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kendall as they grapple.
>Cahill uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kendall.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Cahill uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kendall.
>Cahill hits Kendall with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Cahill uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kendall as they grapple.
>Kendall tries to wriggle free, but Cahill controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
>The time runs out on round one.
>We are back underway!
>Cahill fires off a looping punch, but Kendall avoids it.
>Not letting up, Kendall quickly steps in closer to attack Cahill.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Cahill hits Kendall with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Cahill uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kendall.
>Cahill uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kendall as they grapple.
>Using his wrestling skills, Kendall is trying to push Cahill up against the cage.
>Kendall does it, Cahill is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Kendall steps back to achieve some separation from Cahill and gets ready to strike.
>Kendall counters a jab by hitting a flurry of small strikes.
>Kendall counters a jab with a punch.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Kendall counters a wayward jab with a solid jab.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Using his wrestling skills, Kendall is trying to push Cahill up against the cage.
>Cahill ends up backed against the cage.
>Kendall pins Cahill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice shots to the side of the head.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Cahill is trapped against the cage and Kendall hits him with a short uppercut.
>Kendall catches Cahill with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.
>Kendall nails Cahill with a hard punch to the side of the head, stunning him.
>Kendall takes a short step back and prepares to strike.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Kendall is looking to hit and run in this round.
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>Kendall avoids a jab and scores with a body kick.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>Backing out of range, Kendall circles tentatively.
>Not letting up, Cahill quickly steps in closer to attack Kendall.
>They come together and strike, but neither can get past the gloves of the other.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Cahill and Kendall separate and we're back to a stand-off.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>Cahill fakes a lunge.
>Kendall quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Kendall avoids a quick jab and hits a sharp kick just above the hip.
>Kendall counters a wayward jab with a sequence of quick punches.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Kendall slams a crisp punch into the gloves of Cahill, but can't follow up.
>Cahill comes in closer to press the issue.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Cahill.
>Kendall tries to avoid Cahill.
>Kendall avoids the takedown attempt.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1 has scored it 29-28 Kendall.
>Judge #2 gives a score of 29-28 in favour of Kendall.
>Judge #3: 29-28 Kendall.
>Alan 'Flash' Kendall wins by unanimous decision!



Jerry Bogdonovich (7-0) vs Lawrence Herringbone (15-3)
>Round one begins!
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>Herringbone, controlling the grapple with Bogdonovich, tries to scoop him up for a slam.
>There's the slam! Bogdonovich is planted onto his back, and pulls half guard.
>Herringbone pounds away from half guard, but is unable to land many clean shots on Bogdonovich.
>Herringbone blocks an attempted sweep.
>In half guard, Herringbone begins working to get side control.
>Bogdonovich finds his opponent too skilled, and Herringbone passes half guard into a full mount.
>Herringbone has good control, and starts pounding away on Bogdonovich.
>There's lots of strikes landing, Bogdonovich needs to find a way out of this position quickly!
>The referee pulls Herringbone away, stopping the match!
>Lawrence 'The Law' Herringbone takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Lawrence 'The Law' Herringbone defeats 'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich (TKO in 2:06 of round 1)



Co-Main Event
Patrick Thomas (10-3) vs Ashley Ballard (11-0)
>The fight begins!
>Thomas looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Ballard.
>Thomas can't get close enough to grapple, Ballard keeps him away with strikes.
>Thomas sees a body kick coming and hits a punch.
>Ballard steps back to avoid a jab.
>Thomas counters a missed punch with a solid punch.
>Ballard steps back to avoid a kick to the body.
>Ballard avoids a punch and scores with a jab to the cheek.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either.
>Ballard avoids a quick jab and hits a picture-perfect roundhouse kick to the side of the ribs.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Backing out of range, Ballard circles tentatively.
>Thomas steps in to put some pressure on.
>Thomas looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Ballard.
>Thomas is surprised by a countering jab that springs out of nowhere, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>And here we go, round two!
>Thomas avoids a flurry of punches and hits a crisp jab.
>Ballard gets Thomas with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting up, Thomas quickly steps in closer to attack Ballard.
>Thomas comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Ballard tries to avoid the takedown.
>Ballard avoids the takedown attempt.
>Thomas avoids a flurry of punches and hits a straight punch.
>Thomas throws a leg kick but Ballard avoids it.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Ballard avoids a punch and scores with a series of quick punches.
>Thomas throws a flurry of punches but Ballard steps back and avoids them.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Thomas counters a flurry of punches by hitting a clean punch.
>Ballard avoids a jab.
>Ballard throws three punches in quick succession, but Thomas was out of range.
>Not letting up, Thomas quickly steps in closer to attack Ballard.
>The time runs out on round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Thomas is trying to push Ballard so that his back is up against the cage.
>Ballard ends up backed against the cage.
>Thomas looks for a trip takedown.
>Ballard keeps his composure, and Thomas cannot get past his takedown defence.
>Thomas looks for a trip takedown.
>Thomas tries hard but cannot get Ballard off of his feet.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>With the cage trapping Ballard, Thomas looks to try and take him down.
>Ballard digs in and manages to defend the takedown.
>Patrick Thomas doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>With the cage trapping Ballard, Thomas looks to try and take him down.
>Ballard will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Thomas, but does give up his back in the struggle.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Ballard is in danger as Thomas tries to climb up his back and apply a choke of some kind.
>Ballard does not allow Thomas to get the choke applied.
>Ballard is controlled face-first up against the cage and takes a few punches to the side of the face and ribs.
>With Ballard stuck against the cage, Thomas tries to complete a takedown from behind.
>Ballard will not go down, he blocks the takedown and eventually turns so that Thomas is backed up against the cage.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>I think Thomas took that round, 10-9 on my score card.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1 has given 29-28 to Thomas.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 29-28 to Thomas.
>Judge #3 has scored it 29-28 Thomas.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Patrick 'The Titan' Thomas!



Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (c) (34-4-1) vs Fatuma Roy (21-8)
>Round one begins!
>Foster misses with a punch.
>It seems that Roy is happy to let Foster circle for the moment.
>There's a takedown attempt from Foster.
>Roy attempts to avoid Foster as he shoots in.
>Roy cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Foster begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He passes the guard well, gaining side control.
>Foster attempts to move to mount.
>He does it, and has the mount on Roy.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Foster fires away with punches, and Roy is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee jumps in and saves Roy from taking any more shots!
>The winner, by TKO, is 'The King Of Ground And Pound' James Foster!
>Official Result: 'The King Of Ground And Pound' James Foster defeats 'Chief' Fatuma Roy (TKO in 2:49 of round 1)


Foster celebrates with his customary cage stradle followed by an animalistic roar. Roy looks a little worse for wear as he gets back to his feet. Foster comes over and shakes the hand of his challenger before having the GAMMA Heavyweight title secured around his waist.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Ballard: "I don't think I have really suffered my first defeat. I gave a good account of myself and I think the fight could have gone either way."

Thomas: "I said I would win and look what happened. I am climbing th Middleweight ladder and I will get a title shot soon."

Roy: "The guy (Foster) is powerful. I didn't expect him to hit as hard as he did. He is a true champion."

Foster: "I do posess knockout power. I am not just a wrestler. I am a mixed martial artist!"


Fight Of The Night: Lawrence Herringbone vs Jerry Bogdonovich
KO Of The Night: James Foster
Submission Of The Night: N/A

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Prediction Results

dakydaky: 4/8 - Nice score here. I see you chose the slugger that is Jerry, it's just a shame that it didn't work out for you.

Frank_Vest: 6/8 - Very nice score there sir. Could very well win you this round.

falling_star: 4/8 - Similar predictions to dakydaky, but unfortunately the selections didn't quite work out as you had hoped. Still a respectable score though.

MonoNaitch: 6/8 - Great score here. Ties you with defending champion Frank_Vest.

BHK1978: 4/8 - Unfortunately you forget to predict on FOTN and this hampered your score somewhat.

Bull: 5/8 - Good score once again (I am starting to think that the preliminaries were a little too easy to predict :p)

edisraw: 7/8 - Excellent score. Nice to see that somebody correctly predicted the Co-Main Event. It's just a shame that the FOTN cost you a perfect score.

Blackman: 7/8 - Awesome predicting sir.

DJ_Onni: 5/8 - Welcome to the dynasty. Very repectable score.

RennikKain076: 6/8 - Great score as usual RennikKain076. Nice to see the regulars still predicting strong after all this time.


Round Result
Congratulations edisraw and Blackman, you have won this round!

Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 9

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: pauls07 = 4

5th: bitlos = 3

6th: Bull = 2

6th: Devil_Bingo = 2

6th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: Zeel1 = 1

7th: mmaaddict = 1

7th: MonoNaitch = 1

7th: edisraw = 1

8th: Dead_Jester = 0

8th: Astyn = 0

8th: AdamS = 0

8th: Scottie = 0

8th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

8th: falling_star = 0

8th: Blackman = 0

8th: DJ_Onni = 0

8th: dakydaky = 0

8th: BHK1978 = 0

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GAMMA Breaking News for July 1999
GAMMA are pleased to announce another host of new signings who are readying themselves for elite competition. The fighters hired are listed as follows.

Joaquim Fontes (13-1)
The Brazilian middleweight who recently plied his trade in ALPHA-1 has recently come off back to back victories including a unanimous decision over Mario da Souza and a submission over Atshushi Nakajima. It will be interesting to see how this BJJ practitioner will fair in the cage.

Claudio Palacios (23-7)
A mixed bag of success as of late for the Peruvian welterweight who formerly fought for ALPHA-1. In his last two fights Palacios has suffered a knockout loss to Ricardo Fernandes but did earn a submission victory over Yeijiro Yamamoto thanks to his patented guilotine choke.

Colm Dee (14-2)
The rather gangly welterweight native of Dublin, Ireland, Colm Dee has recently come off two successive victories in his former organisation SIGMA. The victories include TKO's over both Manish Kahn and Pedro Alves.

Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3)
The welterweight division has been bolstered further with another top signing. Shenkman has come off 3 consecutive victories in XCC. The victories include a knockout of Harvey Ripa, a TKO of Stefan Champion and a unanimous decision victory over Pat Troy. Will Shenkman's winning ways continue in the cage?

Li-Kong Ho (20-0)
One of the highest rated competitiors in the game today, the little dragon is now making his way stateside. Having completely cleared out KDM:FC, Ho is looking to test his skills on a grander stage. A natural Featherweight, Ho is willing to move up to the 155lb division to face the best the lightweight's have to offer. Ho is coming off victories over Rafael Tavares and Tomohiro Takeuchi, both by way of submission.

Contract Renewals
Duane Weatherly
Fatuma Roy
Agustin Gonzalez

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GAMMA 48: High Stakes

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)

[RennikKain076]

GAMMA 48: High Stakes

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Shimizu vs Henson

[Bull]

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Asanovic vs. Watson

[samuricex]

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Asanovic vs. Watson

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Note To Readers: Don't forget you can send your thoughts for the Roundtable to me via PM. Don't feel that you have to contribute I am just confirming that it is still an available option. Thanks for reading.

-London

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 48: High Stakes

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 48: High Stakes

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)

Tough one, the two main events could go either way

[edisraw]

GAMMA 48: High Stakes

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)


FOTN: GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 48: High Stakes

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8) (Heavyweight)
Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3) (Heavyweight)
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3) (Lightweight)

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Breakdown For GAMMA 48: High Stakes

GAMMA are coming live to you from Las Vegas, Nevada with another stacked PPV. The featured attraction is for the GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship between defending champion, Zvonimir "The Croatian Sensation" Asanovic and the undefeated challenger, "The Calgary Assassin" Mike Watson.

GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)
One of the most eagerly anticipated contests in GAMMA's history. The fearsome Croatian Zvonimir Asanovic will be squaring off with the undefeated challenger, Mike Watson. Both of these fighters are knockout artists and will be looking to put their opponent to sleep as soon as possible. Whilst Asanovic may have the advantage should the fight hit the ground, it could be argued that Watson carries more dynamite in his punches. Asanovic having come off an impressive KO of Linfield Ballard in Round 2 would most likely argue the latter. Watson has been tearing his way through the competition and has yet to taste defeat; his last victory came by TKO over John Rivero in the first round. Without a doubt though the challenge facing Watson now is the greatest he has come accross.


Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1)
Two of the greatest Middleweight competitors in the MMA world today will be facing off to see who is next in line to face the GAMMA Middleweight Champion. BJJ blackbelt Buddy Garner has some of the slickest submissions you will ever see. Leave a limb in front of him and he is liable to take it home. Don't believe me? Ask Carl Ratcliffe. Stuart Strange has one of the least favourable reputations in MMA right now. Unfortunately Strange has yet to buck the trend and prove that he can be an exciting fighter. The real question in this one lies in Strange's submission defense. This fight will undoubtedly end up with Strange completing a takedown. Will he be able to prevent Garner securing a triangle or guillotine choke? We will find out come GAMMA 48.


Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8)
The US debut of Ikuhisa Tamura will take place at GAMMA 48 and he will be met with the Heavyweight prospect, Christopher "The Knife" Sharp. Having suffered a surprise defeat at the hands of Norbert Vinkus in January, The Knife specifically asked for Tamura to redeem himself. Tamura, the quasi-legendary Japanese fighter chose to enter the ranks of GAMMA over ALPHA-1 to, as he put it, "dominate the American competition". If he is to defeat Sharp, Ikuhisa will have a lot of other competitors chomping at the bit to make his life very difficult. Ikuhisa is the bigger man and will look to smother Sharp at every opportunity. The American will have to use lateral movement and a hit and move gameplan to out last his more experienced opponent.


Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3)
On paper this bout could be very competitve as it pits experience in Brockett against youth and hunger in Danare. Whilst Danare is the more well rounded competitor he could use this to test Brockett in every aspect of the game until he finds an area that he is clearly superior in. I think the best route to victory is to wrestle Brockett to the ground and try and pound him out. For Brockett, he may want to use his striking to unsettle the comparitively inexperienced Danare and cause him to may a mistake.


Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0)
This is a big night for GAMMA as they will be debuting the judoka God that is Heikichi Shimizu. Without going into the finer details of the contract, let's just say that his services did not come cheap. This could be the opportunity that GAMMA have been looking for to gain a foothold in the Japanes MMA scene. Not only will Ikuhisa Tamura be dipping his toes in the pools of GAMMA but we will also get to see the US MMA debut of a legendary Japanese sporting figure. Shimizu will look to tie up Callum Henson and take him down with some form of Judo throw and knowing Shimizu, he will do this with ease. Henson's only hope of winning this one is to test the chin of Shimizu and finish him with a punch or a kick. However, the chances of that happening are slim and none and slim just left town.


Preliminaries
Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3)
The ever surprising Norbert Vinkus recently came off a surprising unanimous decision over Christopher Sharp and is now looking to continue his run of success by taking on fellow stalwart, Jack Cobblepot. Would it be out of the realm of logic that Vinkus could get a GAMMA Heavyweight title shot should he win here? Perhaps, but maybe another couple of wins are required before he will be in that position. Vinkus may have the slight advantage in this fight, at least from a physical stand point. In all honesty this will most likely be an unentertaining fight. Neither man has much in the way of a gas tank and this could make for a plodding contest. Vinkus still possesses knockout power and if not careful, Cobblepot could be on the wrong end of a knockout loss.


Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2)
Both of these Light Heavyweight competitors are on the rise in the GAMMA rankings and a win here will only lead to bigger and better things. Tracey is the more rounded fighter and has very underated ground skills. Heath has the potential to make life difficult for Tracey but when all is said and done, Kendall should be walking out as the victor and will be looking for greater challengers in the near future.

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GAMMA 48: High Stakes



Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 9,098 for a gate of $545,880
Pay-Per-View: 138,024 for revenue of $552,096
Saturday of Week 4, July 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.



Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Strange: "Call me dull, call me what you like. I will take you down and get the win."

Garner: "He won't try and lie on top of me because then he is in my world. One little mistake and I will capitalise and he will end up tapping."

Watson: "He has weakneses. People go into the fight with him already beaten. He won't have that luxury with me."

Asanovic: (thick Croatian accent) "If he says he isn't scared he is a fool. I will crush him and knock him out."

Watson: "Haha, he talks like he is someone out of a B rated Russian mafia movie. Is he related to Ivan Drago? ADRIANNNNNNNNN!!! If he is Drago, tonight I will be Rocky."

Asanovic: "Rocky was a fool. This is the real world. Rocky would have been killed."



The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Preliminaries
Kendall Tracey (9-1) vs Ricky Heath (15-2)
>And here we go!
>Heath avoids a straight right and hits a flurry of quick punches to sting Tracey.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Heath throws a jab but Tracey avoids it.
>Tracey comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Tracey is forced to use his gloves to deflect a sudden counter punch.
>Heath counters a missed punch with a vicious leg kick.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Heath moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a stinging jab
>Tracey catches a body kick and goes for a takedown, getting it! Heath manages to pull guard.
>Tracey attempts to pass guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Tracey begins trying to get himself into mount.
>Tracey shifts to mount.
>Tracey tries to lock Heath in an armbar.
>Heath doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>We are back underway!
>Between rounds, his corner told Heath to take it to Tracey in this round.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>Tracey counters a wayward jab with a crisp punch.
>Tracey counters a flurry of punches by hitting a nice punch.
>Heath counters a jab with a crisp punch.
>Tracey waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a stinging jab
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Heath slips out of the way of a jab.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Tracey.
>To counter, Heath throws a huge strike which doesn't miss by much.
>Heath throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Not letting Heath settle, Tracey moves in closer.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Heath steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Heath avoids a body kick.
>A straight punch from Heath fails to land.
>It seems that Tracey is happy to let Heath circle for the moment.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Heath circles as he plans his next move.
>Tracey doesn't let Heath settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Tracey looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Heath ends up grappling for supremacy with Tracey.
>Tracey looks for a judo toss from the grapple.
>Using his hips well, Tracey tosses Heath to the ground. Heath pulls guard.
>Tracey pounds away from the guard, but Heath isn't troubled by the strikes.
>Heath tries to pull Tracey in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Tracey looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Tracey is too much for Heath, passing guard and gaining side control.
>Tracey attempts an armbar.
>The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Heath has to tap out!
>Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey takes the win by Submission!
>Official Result: Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey defeats 'Hollywood' Ricky Heath (Submission in 2:46 of round 3)



Norbert Vinkus (15-7) vs Jack Cobblepot (39-9-3)
>The fight begins!
>Vinkus avoids an scorching uppercut and comes back with a jab to the cheek.
>Vinkus avoids a huge right hand and hits a series of quick punches.
>Vinkus hits a jab.
>Vinkus glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Not letting Vinkus settle at all, Cobblepot comes in closer.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Vinkus uses a nice jab.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Vinkus slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Jack Cobblepot doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Vinkus looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Cobblepot.
>Cobblepot uses movement to keep out reach, meaning Vinkus cannot get close enough to grapple.
>Vinkus scores with a jab.
>Vinkus scores with a solid jab.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Vinkus catches Cobblepot with a solid jab.
>A quick one-two combination from Cobblepot only finds gloves.
>Vinkus quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Vinkus has been instructed to vary his angles of approach a bit more.
>Cobblepot throws a flurry of punches but Vinkus steps back and avoids them.
>Vinkus counters a jab by hitting a stinging jab
>Vinkus avoids a jab and scores with a flurry of quick punches to sting Cobblepot.
>Vinkus uses the jab.
>Vinkus catches Cobblepot with a solid jab.
>Cobblepot avoids a flurry of punches and hits a jab.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Vinkus moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a flurry of small strikes.
>Vinkus uses the jab.
>Cobblepot has his hands too low, a result of fatigue.
>Cobblepot throws out a quick jab.
>Vinkus seems to be waiting for Cobblepot to make a move.
>Jack Cobblepot looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Cobblepot counters a wayward jab with a jab.
>Vinkus counters a wayward jab with a stinging jab
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>The time runs out on round two.
>Round three begins!
>It sounded like his corner told Cobblepot to attempt to get Vinkus to the floor in this round.
>Vinkus uses a jab to sting Cobblepot.
>Vinkus gets Cobblepot with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Cobblepot presses in closer to attack.
>Cobblepot tries to pull Vinkus to the ground into his guard.
>A counter punch catches Cobblepot above the eye.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Vinkus avoids a quick jab and hits a crisp punch.
>There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Cobblepot.
>Vinkus sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Cobblepot can't get the takedown, Vinkus was too quick to back away.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Vinkus counters a punch by hitting a flurry of small strikes.
>Cobblepot throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>It seems that Vinkus is happy to let Cobblepot circle for the moment.
>Vinkus catches Cobblepot with a solid jab.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Vinkus moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a sequence of quick punches.
>Cobblepot tries for a series of strikes but Vinkus moves out of range.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 30-27 to Vinkus.
>Judge #2 has given 30-27 to Vinkus.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 30-27 to Vinkus.
>The winner, by unanimous decision, is Norbert Vinkus!


Main Card
Callum Henson (18-8) vs Heikichi Shimizu (1-0)
>We are underway!
>Henson counters a punch by hitting a nice punch.
>Henson avoids a jab and scores with a hard kick across the side.
>Henson moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a crisp punch.
>Shimizu sees a body kick coming, grabs it, shoots in for a takedown, getting it! Henson manages to pull guard.
>Time slips away as Shimizu successfully keeps Henson stuck against the ground.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Shimizu lies on top of Henson, basically smothering him.
>Shimizu smothers Henson with his body by pushing forward and down.
>In guard, Shimizu begins working to pass to side control.
>Henson finds his opponent too skilled, and Shimizu passes guard into side control.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Shimizu tries to ensare Henson in an americana.
>The americana is fully applied, Henson has no option but to tap out!
>Heikichi Shimizu takes the win by Submission!
>Official Result: Heikichi Shimizu defeats 'Blazin'' Callum Henson (Submission in 4:55 of round 1)


Benny Danare (8-0) vs Bud Brockett (19-3)
>And here we go!
>Brockett is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Danare.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>Brockett is looking to muscle Danare back against the cage.
>Brockett does it, Danare is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Brockett catches Danare with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.
>Brockett keeps Danare up against the cage with wrestling, racking up almost a minute of solid control.
>Brockett keeps Danare up against the cage with wrestling, racking up almost a minute of solid control.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
>Danare circles as he plans his next move.
>Brockett quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Brockett looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Danare.
>He pulls Danare into a grapple.
>Brockett is looking to muscle Danare back against the cage.
>Brockett does it, Danare is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Brockett smothers Danare against the cage, keeping solid control for almost a full minute.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Danare is controlled up against the cage for the little that remains of the round.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>We are back underway!
>Brockett looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Danare.
>He pulls Danare into a grapple.
>Danare smothers Brockett when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result.
>Danare, controlling the grapple with Brockett, goes for a takedown.
>He has the takedown; Brockett didn't even seem to fight it, and simply pulls guard.
>Brockett tries to ensare an arm.
>Danare blocks it.
>Brockett is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Danare off of him.
>Brockett fights off Danare as he tries to smother him against the ground.
>Brockett goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard.
>Brockett sweeps Danare over, breaking guard, and they both end up scrambling back to their feet.
>Danare circles, looking for an opening.
>Brockett steps in closer to force the issue.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Moving in closer, Brockett looks like he may want to wrestle Danare.
>Brockett grabs Danare and pulls him into a grapple.
>Brockett looks to get some strikes in, but Danare seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple.
>Danare looks for a takedown from the grapple.
>He has the takedown! Brockett pulls guard.
>Brockett is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Danare off of him.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Danare fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Brockett tries to sweep Danare but can't do it.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>We are back underway!
>Danare chooses to shoot in on Brockett.
>He has the takedown! Brockett pulls guard.
>Brockett is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Danare off of him.
>The clock runs down as Brockett is being smothered against the ground by Danare.
>In guard, Danare begins working to pass to side control.
>Brockett comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Danare in guard.
>Brockett drags Danare in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Brockett is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Danare off of him.
>Danare lies on top of Brockett, basically smothering him.
>Danare fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>Brockett tries a sweep from the guard.
>Danare gets swept out of guard onto his back, and Brockett has full mount!
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Brockett tries to lock Danare in an americana.
>Danare doesn't allow the americana to be applied.
>Danare tries to move Brockett out of mount but can't.
>Brockett tries to ensare Danare in an americana.
>Danare blocks it.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1 has scored it 29-28 Danare.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 29-28 to Danare.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to Danare.
>Making Benny 'The Jet' Danare the winner by unanimous decision!


Christopher Sharp (9-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (20-8)
>And here we go!
>Tamura comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Tamura can't get the takedown, Sharp defended it well.
>Tamura avoids a punch and scores with a series of quick punches.
>Sharp throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Tamura.
>Tamura sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Sharp down to the ground into a type of turtle position.
>Sharp is rolled over onto his back, where Tamura secures side control.
>Tamura attempts to armbar Sharp from side control.
>Sharp fights off the armbar attempt.
>Sharp tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Tamura.
>Tamura attempts the mount.
>He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
>Sharp tries to sweep Tamura but can't.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Tamura looks to get a mount.
>Tamura isn't able to mount Sharp this time around.
>Sharp tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Tamura.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>Sharp throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Tamura.
>Sharp finds his takedown countered, and Tamura ends up on top, in guard.
>Tamura looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Tamura gets past, but Sharp stops him at half guard.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>Round two begins!
>Sharp counters a missed punch with a nice jab.
>There's a takedown attempt from Sharp.
>Tamura sprawls well, and Sharp is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up.
>Sharp is rolled over onto his back, where Tamura secures side control.
>Tamura tries to get into the mount position.
>Tamura shifts to mount.
>Tamura pounds away on Sharp.
>Sharp had better start defending himself, or this will be over!
>With Sharp stuck and taking a pounding, the referee has to stop the match!
>Ikuhisa Tamura takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Ikuhisa Tamura defeats Christopher 'The Knife' Sharp (TKO in 2:47 of round 2)


Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-0) vs Stuart Strange (11-1)
>The fight begins!
>Strange looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Garner uses his strikes to stop Strange from getting close enough to grapple.
>Strange is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Garner.
>Strange can't get near enough to engage, Garner uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Moving in closer, Strange looks like he may want to wrestle Garner.
>Garner ends up grappling for supremacy with Strange.
>Strange is looking to muscle Garner back against the cage.
>Strange does it, Garner is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Strange smothers Garner against the cage, keeping solid control for almost a full minute.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Garner is controlled up against the cage for almost an entire minute, unable to break free.
>The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Strange is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Garner.
>Garner fires off a strike first, but the impact is taken by the gloves of Strange.
>Garner throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Strange pulls guard.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Moving in closer, Strange looks like he may want to wrestle Garner.
>He pulls Garner into a grapple.
>Strange is trying to push Garner so that his back is up against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Garner pinned to the cage.
>Strange pins Garner up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>Garner is trapped against the cage and held there by Strange for almost a minute.
>Strange keeps Garner up against the cage with wrestling, racking up almost a minute of solid control.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
>Garner uses a combination of three punches to get Strange to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Strange cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Strange fights off Garner as he tries to smother him against the ground.
>Garner leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Strange.
>Garner tries to smother Strange, but he squirms free.
>Strange pulls Garner close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Strange doesn't allow Garner to smother him against the ground.
>Strange throws out some punches, but Garner leans back to avoid them.
>Garner lies on top of Strange, basically smothering him.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>We are back underway!
>Garner keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Strange doesn't press the issue, allowing Garner to circle.
>Garner uses a right hook, but misses.
>Strange doesn't let Garner settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Strange looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Garner.
>He pulls Garner into a grapple.
>Strange is trying to push Garner so that his back is up against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Garner pinned to the cage.
>Strange pins Garner up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>Strange keeps Garner up against the cage with wrestling, racking up almost a minute of solid control.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee bringing them back to the center.
>Garner comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Strange pulls guard.
>Garner begins trying to pass the guard.
>Strange comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Garner in guard.
>Strange tries to get double underhooks on Garner so that he can get some control, but can't get them.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Garner tries to pass the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Strange tries to pull Garner in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Strange.
>Judge #2: 30-27 Strange.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 30-27 to Strange.
>Making 'Superstar' Stuart Strange the winner by unanimous decision!


Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Zvonimir Asanovic (c) (16-1) vs Mike Watson (10-0)
>There's the opening bell!
>Asanovic comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Watson.
>Not wanting to grapple, Watson uses strikes to keep Asanovic at a distance.
>Asanovic avoids a leg kick and scores with a straight punch.
>Watson slips out of the way of a jab.
>Watson steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Watson.
>Watson can't get the takedown, Asanovic defends it well and pulls them into a clinch.
>Watson tries to wriggle free, but Asanovic controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
>Asanovic is trying to push Watson so that his back is up against the cage.
>Asanovic does it, Watson is stuck with his back to the cage.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Asanovic tries to take Watson down.
>Watson keeps his composure, and Asanovic cannot get past his takedown defence.
>Asanovic attempts to wrestle Watson to the ground.
>Watson digs in and manages to defend the takedown.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>With the cage trapping Watson, Asanovic looks to try and take him down.
>Watson shows stubborn resistance and Asanovic cannot complete the takedown.
>With Watson stuck against the cage, Asanovic tries to complete a takedown.
>Asanovic tries hard but cannot get Watson off of his feet.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>Round two begins!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Asanovic telling him to watch for strikes but to look for takedown opportunities.
>Asanovic throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Watson.
>Asanovic eats a stiff counter punch and is down hard!
>Asanovic recovers his wits quickly, and waits for Watson to make a move.
>On his back, Asanovic watches as Watson comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.
>Asanovic is too quick, slipping away from Watson and starting to scramble.
>The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other.
>Asanovic throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Watson strikes first and knocks Asanovic out cold with an enormous punch!
>By Knock Out, the winner is Watson!
>Official Result: 'The Calgary Assassin' Mike Watson defeats Zvonimir 'The Croatian Sensation' Asanovic (Knock Out in 1:03 of round 2)


Watson has stunned the now former GAMMA Light Heavyweight Champion Asanovic. The Croatian Sensation is still on the ground groggy from the tremendous punch that connected with his jaw. Watson salutes the crowd with his arms in the air as the title is secured around his waist.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Strange: "I told you I would win. I told you. BJJ blackbelt or not I knew I would beat him. Now I want Napier. I am the best there is in this weight class and I deserve my title shot."

Garner: "As predicted he produced a boring fight. Don't get me wrong, I lost fair and square but what hurt more than suffering my first loss was the fact that I was involved in such a mediocre fight."

Asanovic: (thick Croatian accent) "I got caught. He hits harder than I thought. I will get my rematch and I will return the favour."

Watson: "Looks like the movies can become reality. I lost the first round and came back and took the win. I love you ADRIAN!!!!!!!!! Haha."

Fight Of The Night: Mike Watson vs Zvonimir Asanovic
KO Of The Night: Mike Watson
Submission Of The Night: Heikichi Shimizu

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Prediction Results

RennikKain076: 3/8 - Not the best result as I am sure you will admit. A couple of favourites (I'm looking at you Garner) fell short and you were not the only one to get caught out.

Bull: 6/8 - Nice going there Bull. This score could very well win the round.

samuricex: 5/8 - Welcome to the dynasty. Great debut score.

MonoNaitch: 3/8 - You forgot to pick FOTN. Fortunately or unfortunately depending on how you look at it, you would not have won this round anyway. Best of luck for the next round.

Frank_Vest: 5/8 - Solid score as always. I agree with your sentiments though, this card was indeed a tough one to call based upon how the fights unravelled.

edisraw: 2/8 - Ouch! Tough breaks in this one. The only way is up from here.

dakydaky: 2/8 - At least my cards are not forgone conclusions huh.


Round Result
Congratulations Bull, you have won this round!



Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 9

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: pauls07 = 4

5th: bitlos = 3

5th: Bull = 3

6th: Devil_Bingo = 2

6th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: Zeel1 = 1

7th: mmaaddict = 1

7th: MonoNaitch = 1

7th: edisraw = 1

7th: Blackman = 1

8th: Dead_Jester = 0

8th: Astyn = 0

8th: AdamS = 0

8th: Scottie = 0

8th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

8th: falling_star = 0

8th: DJ_Onni = 0

8th: dakydaky = 0

8th: BHK1978 = 0

8th: samuricex = 0

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA Breaking News for August 1999
GAMMA are pleased to announce a host of new signings for their ever expanding roster. The fighters signed are as follows.......

Kurt McDonald (7-0)
The undefeated Auckland native has been added to the Heavyweight ranks of GAMMA following his two recent victories over Reinhardt Rhett and Bence Boder (both by TKO on the independant scene). This powerful individual looks like a prospect for the future.

Rodolphe Gygax (27-9)
The Swiss Lightweight known as "G-Force" is coming off a bit of mixed form. In his last bout he was able to TKO Shinji Oiwa but in his contest prior to this he was swiftly TKO'd by Will Kane. He will be leaving BCF shortly.

Brandon Sugar (27-5)
This Fillipino Lightweight has had tremendous success in both KDM:FC and SIGMA. His last three performances have all been victories and impressive victories at that. Teeratep Nutnum by unanimous decision, Anderson Desailly by submission and Milenko Rudonja by TKO. The GAMMA Lightweight division has been put on notice.

Kenneth Toadspew (12-2)
With one of the more interesting nicknames in MMA, "The Spew Monkey" has recently shown great promise in the Welterweight ranks of SIGMA. He recently edged a close unanimous decision over Alberto Basora and won via submission over Mills Mullally.

Extended Deals
Christopher Sharp
Jack Cobblepot
Bud Brockett
Bruno Epps
Mike Watson
Kendall Tracey
Mugur Boc

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 49: Underdog

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 49: Underdog

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Hard, but lets say it is Anthony LeToussier vs Ken Peters

[edisraw]

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Peters vs. LeToussier

[Bull]

GAMMA 49: Underdog

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: LeToussier vs. Peters

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 49: Underdog

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Adam White vs Osmosis Benn

[RennikKain076]

GAMMA 49: Underdog

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Luke Hilton vs Joel Adams

[samuricex]

GAMMA 49: Underdog

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

[LoNdOn]

Writer's Note: Just to let you guys know, I am currently working with an as yet unnamed individual on something that I think will add a little depth to this diary. I will let you know more about it in the next few days. Thanks for reading.

-London

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 49: Underdog

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)

Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Main Card
Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)
Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7) (Heavyweight)
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0) (Middleweight)
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0) (Middleweight)

Went a little crazy with Peters, but he is one of my favs

[LoNdOn]

IMPORTANT NOTE TO ALL READERS!!!

Well, here it is. The big news I promised you yesterday. As you readers well know, I want to offer you the most enjoyable experience as possible when reading my dynasty and I like to repay the loyalty that you show me as best I can. How did I do that you may ask? Well, with the help of dakydaky, we have created a website where it is positively brimming with GAMMA news, roster, interviews, show recaps and much more (we are in the process of introducing a forum on there). So we encourage you guys to head over to www.gammareignition.webs.com to check out what our hard work has produced. We hope you enjoy the website whether you read this dynasty or not and any and all feedback is welcome.

P.S thanks go to dakydaky who got the ball rolling on this and just so you guys know, he knows just as much of what happens in this dynasty as the rest of you as the only information he has seen is what is up on the website. So don't think he knows who is going to win etc.

Thanks once again

-London

[LoNdOn]

Breakdown For GAMMA 49: Underdog

GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)
Defending GAMMA Welterweight Champion, Julio Regueiro will look to make another successful defence of his title when he takes on bloated Lightweight Charles Stiles in the Main Event of GAMMA 49. Bloated may be too harsh a criticism of Charles Stiles who remains undefeated at Welterweight having beaten Agustin Gonzalez and Dan Halvorsen by submission. Stiles has already said that he does plan on moving back down to Lightweight should things go badly for him in the Welterweight ranks. Look for Stiles to keep this fight on the feet at all times. Although he has ample talent in the submission department, Regueiro is in a league of his own and will be anticipating Stiles not wanting to go down to the ground. The silky one also has some slick striking although he rarely has to apply it in a fight due to his outstanding ground game. This fight will most likely not go to a decision.


Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0)
Both of these Light Heavyweight competitors are on the verge of gaining a title shot should they win, but first they must go through each other if they wish to reach the Main Event. LeToussier is great on his feet with fast punches and thunderous kicks, most struggle to deal with his striking prowess. Peters on the other hand is an undefeated and well rounded competitor who can hang in any department. In this fight it will be likely that we see Peters try and take this fight to the floor and lock in a submission. LeToussier will no doubt want to KO his opponent in short order and cement his place as being the No.1 contender for the Light Heavyweight crown.


Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0)
The intimidating Russian Middleweight, Fjodor Kanchelskis makes his GAMMA debut against long serving combatant, Jorge Hormazabal. Jorge will be looking to erase the memory of losing a Unanimous Decision to Ashley Ballard by inflicting the first loss on Fjodor's record. Kanchelskis is a mean dude though and can inflict a lot of punishment on his opponent. It appears that in every area, Kanchelskis has the slight edge so barring any silly mistakes we should see the Russian walk away with his first win in the GAMMA cage.


Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7)
The Finn-isher makes his GAMMA debut carrying a very nice win/loss record into the company. Although not quite the fighter he was in his prime, Ari can still put his opponent in a world of hurt and Pike must be wary of this. Norman Pike will be looking at earning a Heavyweight title fight in the future and on paper this should be just anther step in the road for him before he reaches this goal. Pike will look for Ari to run out of gas and then overrun the bigger man with strikes that should put the Finland native away.


Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0)
One would assume that Luke Hilton would be the heavy favourite in this contest and yet this may not be the case. Cory Brewer was the heavy favourite against Adams as well and look what happened in that fight. Adams will have to hope that his luck holds out as it is very difficult to see any way in which he can gain victory in this fight. Hilton is younger, stronger and is the more skilled fighter. It would be surprising to see Adams last the distance.


Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0)
Both White and Benn are highly regarded Middleweight prospects although White's star has somewhat faded since his loss to Carl Ratcliffe. Osmosis Benn recently beat fellow rookie Wes Hersch and looks set to continue his unbeaten career by forcing Adam White into back to back losses. Assuming White remains focused and mentally prepared for the fight, this contest really is a pick 'em. Either man could win this fight it is just a case of who turns up on the night. It is likely that this fight will go to a decision.


Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0)
Speaking of prospects, one of the most well rounded combatants to appear on the MMA scene in quite some time, Evan Pizzarro is considered to be the favourite in this fight despite his limited experience. While Dana Delaney is no pushover he may find himslef as a footnote in the career of a future Welterweight champion. Having said that, a loss here could reallt hurt Pizzarro's psyche and derail his career before it really gets going. Look for Evan Pizzarro to finish Delaney midway through the fight.

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 49: Underdog


Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 9,619 for a gate of $577,140
Pay-Per-View: 140,859 for revenue of $563,436
Saturday of Week 4, August 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Highlights

Ken Peters: "I would be foolish if I did not respect his striking and believe me I do but I think if I get him out of his comfort zone he will be in trouble."

LeToussier: "He has admitted that he is not comfortable with my striking and as we know all fights start on the feet. That is HIS area where he will be uncomfortable and I will finish him there."

Stiles: (broken English) "I think that my submissions are good......he is very talent also in this. I will win by punching him until he wants no more."

Regueiro: (translated) "I have no doubt in my mind that he can be made to submit. He will get careless and I will take him down and finish from there."

Stiles: "People think he can't lose. I will show tonight that he can."

Regueiro: "I know that losing exists, but I do not believe that he can beat me."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Preliminaries
Dana Delaney (8-2) vs Evan Pizzarro (1-0)
>Round one begins!
>Delaney counters a wayward low kick with a solid punch.
>Pizzarro shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Delaney tries to avoid Pizzarro.
>Delaney avoids the takedown attempt.
>Pizzarro counters a jab with a crisp jab.
>Delaney waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a jab to the cheek.
>Pizzarro shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Delaney tries to step away from the takedown.
>Delaney avoids the takedown attempt.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Delaney counters a jab by hitting a barrage of huge punches, knocking Pizzarro down!
>With his opponent down, Delaney goes to get a full mount.
>Pizzarro recovers his wits and pulls guard as Delaney gets in close.
>Delaney is trying to pass guard.
>Delaney isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Pizzarro reaches up and tries to lock Delaney in a guillotine.
>The guillotine is locked in, tight enough that Delaney has to tap out!
>By Submission, the winner is Pizzarro!
>Official Result: Evan 'The Carpenter' Pizzarro defeats Dana 'Danger Man' Delaney (Submission in 4:23 of round 1)


Adam White (5-1) vs Osmosis Benn (3-0)
>The fight begins!
>White comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is successful, Benn pulls guard.
>White begins trying to pass the guard.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>In half guard, White begins working to get side control.
>Benn comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps White in half guard.
>White blocks an attempted sweep.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>White looks to pass half guard and get side control.
>White isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Benn.
>White blocks an attempted sweep.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>In half guard, White begins working to get side control.
>Benn comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps White in half guard.
>Benn tries to sweep White but doesn't get anywhere.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Benn circles around White.
>It seems that White is happy to let Benn circle for the moment.
>White throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Benn.
>He has the takedown! Benn pulls guard.
>The clock runs down as Benn is being smothered against the ground by White.
>White attempts to pass guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Benn tries to pull White in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>White smothers Benn with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Time slips away as White successfully keeps Benn stuck against the ground.
>White starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Benn comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps White in guard.
>White blocks an attempted sweep.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>White throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Benn counters a jab by hitting a stinging jab
>Round two ends as time expires.
>We are back underway!
>Benn slips out of the way of a jab.
>White comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is successful, Benn pulls guard.
>White throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>White blocks an attempted sweep.
>White pounds away from the guard, and Benn is in serious trouble!
>White begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Benn tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge White.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>White attempts to pass guard.
>White gets past, but Benn stops him at half guard.
>In half guard, White begins working to get side control.
>Benn comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps White in half guard.
>Benn tries to sweep White but doesn't get anywhere.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>White unloads with some big punches, but Benn deals with them comfortably.
>White blocks an attempted sweep.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1: 30-27 White.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 30-27 to White.
>Judge #3 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of White.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Adam 'Hollywood' White!


Main Card
Joel Adams (17-13) vs Luke Hilton (8-0)
>There's the opening bell!
>Hilton throws out a quick jab.
>Adams doesn't press the issue, allowing Hilton to circle.
>Adams narrowly misses Hilton with an uppercut.
>Hilton doesn't let Adams settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>Hilton comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Adams tries to avoid Hilton.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Adams avoided Hilton.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Hilton looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Hilton grabs Adams and pulls him into a grapple.
>Adams tries to wriggle free, but Hilton controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
>Hilton hits Adams with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Hilton looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam.
>There's the slam! Adams is planted onto his back, and pulls guard.
>Hilton attempts to pass guard.
>Hilton gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Hilton begins trying to get himself into mount.
>He is too good for Adams, and has mount.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Hilton looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Adams.
>Adams finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Hilton hits Adams with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Hilton hits Adams with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Using his wrestling skills, Hilton is trying to push Adams up against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Adams pinned to the cage.
>Hilton smothers Adams against the cage, keeping solid control for almost a full minute.
>Hilton smothers Adams against the cage, keeping solid control for about thirty seconds.
>Hilton tries to maintain control, but Adams wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Hilton ends up backed against the cage.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee bringing them back to the center.
>Hilton shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Adams pulls guard.
>Hilton throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Hilton attempts to pass guard.
>Adams finds his opponent too skilled, and Hilton passes guard into side control.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Hilton tries to ensare Adams in an armbar.
>Adams defends himself well and is in no danger.
>Adams tries to sweep Hilton but can't.
>The time runs out on round two.
>We are back underway!
>Hilton avoids a straight right and hits a quick series of punches.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Hilton moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a quick series of punches.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Adams steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Hilton steps in closer to force the issue.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>Adams fires off a looping punch, but Hilton avoids it.
>Hilton steps in closer to force the issue.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling.
>The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Hilton avoids a jab and scores with a series of quick jabs.
>Adams avoids a flurry of punches and hits a clean punch.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>I have to give that round to Hilton, but only a 10-9.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 30-27 to Hilton.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 30-27 to Hilton.
>Judge #3: 30-27 Hilton.
>The winner, by unanimous decision, is Luke Hilton!


Norman Pike (16-5) vs Ari Peltonen (23-7)
>And here we go!
>Peltonen counters a jab with a jab to the cheek.
>Pike throws a jab but Peltonen avoids it.
>Pike tries for a jab but Peltonen moves out of range.
>Pike glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>The fight slows as Peltonen sits back and allows Pike to circle.
>Pike misses with a punch.
>Peltonen doesn't press the issue, allowing Pike to circle.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Peltonen avoids a quick jab and hits a solid jab.
>Peltonen avoids a jab.
>Pike throws a jab but Peltonen avoids it.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Pike comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Peltonen stuffs the takedown attempt.
>Pike slips out of the way of a jab.
>Pike throws a jab but Peltonen avoids it.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>And here we go, round two!
>Pike tries for a jab but Peltonen moves out of range.
>Peltonen steps back to avoid a jab.
>Peltonen steps back to avoid a jab.
>Pike avoids a quick jab and hits a nice sequence of jabs.
>Pike counters a jab with a straight punch.
>There's a takedown attempt from Pike.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Peltonen blocked Pike.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Peltonen slips out of the way of a jab.
>Pike counters a jab by hitting a clean jab.
>Peltonen avoids a quick jab and hits a jab to the cheek.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Pike counters a jab by hitting a nice jab.
>Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>We are back underway!
>Peltonen counters a punch by hitting a crisp jab.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Pike.
>Pike can't get past the sprawl of Peltonen, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground.
>Peltonen unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Pike.
>Peltonen fires away with punches, and Pike is stung by several big shots to the side of the head.
>Peltonen pounds away on Pike, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Pike springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head.
>Pike counters a wayward jab with a quick series of punches.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Peltonen glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Pike quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Pike comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Peltonen attempts to avoid Pike as he shoots in.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Peltonen avoided Pike.
>Peltonen waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a straight punch.
>Norman Pike looks very tired out there.
>Pike waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a solid jab.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Pike counters a flurry of punches with a jab.
>Pike, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.
>Peltonen tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Peltonen saw it coming and got out of range.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1: 29-28 Peltonen.
>Judge #2: 29-28 Peltonen.
>Judge #3 has scored it 29-28 Peltonen.
>Ari 'The Finn-isher' Peltonen wins by unanimous decision!



Jorge Hormazabal (21-9) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (10-0)
>And here we go!
>Kanchelskis comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Hormazabal to stay upright, the takedown is completed!
>Hormazabal ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Kanchelskis, with his back pressed against the cage.
>Kanchelskis pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Hormazabal has good control of his opponent's posture.
>Hormazabal hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.
>Kanchelskis begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.
>He does well, and manages to get side control over Hormazabal.
>Kanchelskis starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Hormazabal.
>He shows excellent control to move Hormazabal over and take his back.
>Kanchelskis pounds away, and Hormazabal struggles to deal with them.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Kanchelskis pounds away, but Hormazabal covers up and defends them well.
>Hormazabal tries to move Kanchelskis off his back but can't.
>Kanchelskis pounds away, but Hormazabal covers up and defends them well.
>Hormazabal tries a roll, but doesn't budge Kanchelskis.
>Kanchelskis pounds away, but Hormazabal covers up and defends them well.
>Hormazabal tries to move Kanchelskis off his back but can't.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Kanchelskis attempts to set up an rear naked choke on Hormazabal.
>Hormazabal gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!
>By Submission, the winner is Kanchelskis!
>Official Result: 'The Russian Nightmare' Fjodor Kanchelskis defeats Jorge Hormazabal (Submission in 4:42 of round 1)



Co-Main Event
Anthony LeToussier (14-3) vs Ken Peters (8-0)
>We are underway!
>LeToussier counters a punch by hitting a nice sequence of jabs.
>LeToussier gets Peters with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting up, Peters steps in closer to pressure LeToussier into action.
>Moving in closer, Peters looks like he may want to wrestle LeToussier.
>Peters is forced to use his gloves to deflect a sudden counter punch.
>LeToussier steps back to avoid a push kick.
>LeToussier slips out of the way of a body kick.
>Peters steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>LeToussier doesn't let Peters settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>LeToussier avoids a punch and scores with a hard leg kick.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>LeToussier counters a jab by hitting a kick to the ribs.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>LeToussier moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a superb spinning back roundhouse kick, putting Peters down, dazed!
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Moving quickly, LeToussier tries to grab the opportunity and secure mount.
>Peters grabs LeToussier into a tight clinch on the floor, preventing any strikes from being thrown for now.
>LeToussier attempts an americana.
>Peters fights off the americana attempt.
>Peters goes for the sweep from the bottom of the mount.
>The sweep is well executed, flipping them over so that Peters is on top in guard.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>We are back underway!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of LeToussier telling him to use a lot of movement.
>Peters looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with LeToussier.
>To counter, LeToussier throws a huge strike which doesn't miss by much.
>LeToussier bobs and weaves.
>Not letting LeToussier settle at all, Peters comes in closer.
>There's a takedown attempt from Peters.
>The takedown is successful, LeToussier pulls guard.
>Peters is trying to pass guard.
>He passes the guard well, gaining side control.
>Peters starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.
>He doesn't get the mount, but only because LeToussier rolled over and gave up his back instead.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Peters tries to ensare LeToussier in an armbar.
>Peters gets the armbar fully applied and LeToussier has to tap out!
>'The Man Of Steel' Ken Peters takes the win by Submission!
>Official Result: 'The Man Of Steel' Ken Peters defeats Anthony 'Live Wire' LeToussier (Submission in 3:28 of round 2)



Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (c) (15-0-1) vs Charles Stiles (16-2)
>There's the opening bell!
>Regueiro avoids a punch and scores with a kick to the ribs.
>Stiles fires off a looping punch, but Regueiro avoids it.
>Not letting Stiles settle at all, Regueiro comes in closer.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Regueiro.
>He has the takedown! Stiles pulls guard.
>Regueiro begins trying to pass the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Stiles reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>Stiles cannot secure the arm, and Regueiro is able to skillfully slip to side control.
>Regueiro tries to ensare Stiles in a knee bar.
>Stiles stops Regueiro from hooking a leg.
>Stiles tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Regueiro.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Regueiro begins trying to get himself into a mount.
>Stiles can't fend off his opponent and is mounted.
>Regueiro tries to lock Stiles in a triangle choke using his legs.
>Stiles doesn't allow the triangle to be applied.
>Regueiro pounds away from the mount with elbows, but Stiles covers up and defends them well.
>Regueiro takes the back as Stiles tries to sweep him!
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Regueiro attempts to set up an rear naked choke on Stiles.
>Stiles fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>We are back underway!
>Regueiro shoots in for a takedown.
>Stiles attempts to avoid Regueiro as he shoots in.
>Regueiro can't get the takedown, Stiles was too quick to back away.
>Regueiro steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Time slips away as Stiles doesn't press Regueiro, allowing him to circle.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Stiles circles, looking for an opening.
>It seems that Regueiro is happy to let Stiles circle for the moment.
>Stiles fires off a looping punch, but Regueiro avoids it.
>It seems that Regueiro is happy to let Stiles circle for the moment.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>A straight jab by Stiles keeps Regueiro from advancing.
>It seems that Regueiro is happy to let Stiles circle for the moment.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Stiles throws out a quick jab.
>Time slips away as Regueiro doesn't press Stiles, allowing him to circle.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Stiles throws three punches in quick succession, but Regueiro was out of range.
>Regueiro seems to be waiting for Stiles to make a move.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>Regueiro moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a flurry of quick punches to sting Stiles.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>Stiles tries for a body kick but Regueiro moves out of range.
>Regueiro avoids a barrage of big punches.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Regueiro counters a punch by hitting several big punches, forcing Stiles back up against the cage!
>The referee pulls Regueiro away, stopping the match!
>Julio Regueiro takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: 'Spanish Silk' Julio Regueiro defeats Charles 'Rogue' Stiles (TKO in 3:06 of round 3)


Regueiro was tested like he never has been before. Sure he won but he had to dig deep and actuallt managed to win by strikes! Stiles looks annoyed that he spent so long preparing for submissions that he overlooked the striking of the champion.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Peters: "I thought that the fight would go like that, I am just happy that I was able to walk out with a victory."

LeToussier: "He was the better man tonight and I wish him all the best in the future."

Stiles: "His striking hurt more than I expected. I hope to get a rematch soon. I still think I can win."

Reguerio: (translated) "People expect me to submit and nothing else. I am an MMa fighter, I know how to throw strikes. Tonight I was granted the opportunity to prove it to the world."



Awards
FOTN: Ken Peters vs Anthony LeToussier
Knockout Of The Night: Julio Regueiro
Submission Of The Night: Evan Pizzarro

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Predictions Results

dakydaky: 7/8 -People are going to think I gave you the results with this score. Please don't do so well next time. :p Nice score sir.

edisraw: 6/8 -Very nice score had it not been for dakydaky, you could very well have won this round.

Bull: 7/8 -Great score there Bull, you have tied the lead with dakydaky.

MonoNaitch: 5/8 -Repectable score MonoNaitch, by the way who the hell would have thought that Regueiro would win like he did?

RennikKain076: 4/8 -Unfortunately some fights didn't quite play out as you had hoped. Better luck next round.

samuricex: 7/8 -Great score which has earned you a first victory. Nice going.

Frank_Vest: 6/8 - Impressive as always. Sadly for you there were very good prediction scores on this round.


Round Result
Congratulations dakydaky, Bull and samuricex. You have won this round!


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 9

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 4

4th: pauls07 = 4

5th: bitlos = 3

6th: Devil_Bingo = 2

6th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: dakydaky = 1

7th: samuricex = 1

7th: Zeel1 = 1

7th: mmaaddict = 1

7th: MonoNaitch = 1

7th: edisraw = 1

7th: Blackman = 1

8th: Dead_Jester = 0

8th: Astyn = 0

8th: AdamS = 0

8th: Scottie = 0

8th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

8th: falling_star = 0

8th: DJ_Onni = 0

8th: BHK1978 = 0

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Be sure to check in at www.gammareignition.webs.com to read past event recaps (Just click on the name of the event to be taken to the recap) Hope you enjoyed the PPV.

-London

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GAMMA Breaking News For September 1999
GAMMA are pleased to announce the signing of former BCF Heavyweight, Perry Barr (21-3) . Barr has been on a roll as of late coming off impressive back to back wins over Curt Kitson (TKO) and Stafford Alois (Submission). Could we potentially see a future rematch with Curt Kitson also plying his trade in GAMMA? Barr will no doubt want to focus all his attention on championship gold. We look forward to seeing him in the cage.

Contract Renewals
Curt Kitson
Jorge Hormazabal
Luke Hilton
Adam White

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GAMMA 50

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2) (Welterweight)
Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0) (Heavyweight)
Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3) (Lightweight)

[Bull]

GAMMA 50

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2) (Welterweight)
Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0) (Heavyweight)
Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3) (Lightweight)

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 50

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2) (Welterweight)
Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0) (Heavyweight)
Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3) (Lightweight)

[samuricex]

GAMMA 50

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2) (Welterweight)
Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0) (Heavyweight)
Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 50

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2) (Welterweight)
Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0) (Heavyweight)
Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Napier vs Fuller

[edisraw]

GAMMA 50

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2) (Welterweight)
Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0) (Heavyweight)
Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14) (Light Heavyweight)

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Just thought I should remind you guys that a couple of you have forgotten to predict on what Fight of The Night will be. All the best.

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Breakdown For GAMMA 50


GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)
Undefeated Middleweight prodigy Neil Napier looks set to make another successful title defence when he takes on Mac Fuller in the Main Event of GAMMA 50. Fuller, a seasoned veteran will hope that his striking is crisper than the champions' because this is his best route to victory. Stick and move, keep the champion off balance because if Napier gets set and takes Fuller down things could get ugly for the challenger. That isn't to say that Napier is ill equipped on his feet its just that Fuller has a much better chance to win the fight while it remains standing. Napier is a BJJ wizard and whilst his technique is not by the book it is still very effective. If Napier can dictate his will on this fight, Fuller may not last the distance.


Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8)
The monster Heavyweight, Tank Manu'a has his heart set on ruining the GAMMA debut of Frank Sheedy. Having reffered to Tank as being a monster, what does that make Sheedy? If looks could kill, every single one of Frank Sheedy's opponents would not have made it to the cage. Both of these fighters have questionable cardio but both also possess knockout power. SO what does this all mean? Well, we are either going to witness a slow, plodding affair or somebody is going to be put to sleep early. Let's hope for the sake of the fans that it is the latter rather than the former.


Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2)
This fight on paper, looks as though it could be the fight of the night. Halvorsen has a wicked ground and pound system whereas David Allen can lock on some neat submissions. We could see a passing of the guard with Halvorsen relinquishing his status as an elite Welterweigh fighter. Although we certainly wouldn't want to be the ones to tell him that. Look for Allen to either stay outside and pick off Halvorsen with combinations or pull off a submission when pulled in close to the grappler.


Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14)
The GAMMA return of Dutch Light Heavyweight, Faas Smit sees him go toe-to-toe with the always powerful Derek South. Faas Smit is notorious for fighting on the ground. Any fight that Smit is in winds up with him being on the ground at some point. Smit will want to have greater success than what he had on his first GAMMA run that saw him lose as many as he won. South, a young star on the rise would love to add a name such as Smit to his record, but to do so he will have to be very wary of being caught by the wily old fox.


Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2)
Now while Nouri is the more experienced in GAMMA competition, he certainly isn't the more experienced in MMA competition. Helio is the traveller having fought in all four corners of the globe. Having waged wars in Brazil, England, Russia and even Japan, Helio now looks to make a splash in the American pool. Helio is a powerful striker with blows that could fell most Middleweights let alone Lightweights. Another facet of his game is his slick ground work which is often overlooked bacause of his standing skills. Nouri should not be underestimated but one would assume that Helio will likely take the win in this fight.


Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0)
The fight that sees the GAMMA debut of Chopper. He will be facing Tim Boyer and will be hoping to ......uh hum.....chop him down to size. Boyer will be looking to bounce back from his defeat to Tony McCall by defeating Kurt McDonald for the very first time. The real question in this one is how will Boyer's chin stand against the powerful striking of Kurt McDonald. If Kurt catches him once the Tower of Power will likely crumble to the ground. However, as Norbert Vinkus has taught us, experience can be inluential in a fight. Do not count the giant out.


Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3)
Hoping to get back to winning ways, both McBroom and Brewer will be looking to do so at the expense of the other. McBroom is a good striker but has questionable ground skills. By the same token, Brewer seems to be more of a fighter that gets through on heart alone. Whether or not this will help him against McBroom is yet to be seen.

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GAMMA 50


Trenton, New Jersey
Attendance: 9,378 for a gate of $703,350
Pay-Per-View: 147,825 for a gate of $591,300
Saturday of Week 4, September 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Sheedy: "I know that the pressure is on me to prove that I deserve to be in the big leagues and I think that I have too much for Manu'a. Sure he is big like I am, but he doesn't have the same skillset."

Manu'a: "I have proven myself on this stage and I feel very confident in my abilities. People have questioned my stamina and cardio but tonight I will show that these criticisms are unwarrented."

Fuller: "I have all the respect in the world for Napier but buddy, tonight I take something that should have been in my possession a long time ago."

Napier: "Didn't Matthew Dean say something similar? Yeah, I respect Fuller and everything, but he won't see the final bell. I plan on finishing this fight early."

Fuller: "Dean took him to the limit and quite frankly I am a better competitor than Dean is. I will knock him out."

Napier: "Well I'm glad he is confident because he won't have any complaints when I lay him out."



The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af849QtJTpg


Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (9-3) vs Cory Brewer (7-3)
>We are underway!
>McBroom avoids a straight right and hits a nice punch.
>McBroom avoids a jab and scores with a hard kick across the side.
>Brewer tries for a series of strikes but McBroom moves out of range.
>McBroom moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a quick series of punches.
>McBroom counters a punch by hitting a flurry of jabs and straight punches.
>Brewer counters a wayward jab with a punch.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>McBroom steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Brewer tries for a series of strikes but McBroom moves out of range.
>McBroom avoids a flurry of punches.
>McBroom slips out of the way of a leg kick.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>McBroom throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Brewer doesn't let McBroom settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Brewer sees a body kick coming and hits a punch.
>The time runs out on round one.
>Round two begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Brewer has been instructed to push the pace and try to overwhelm McBroom in this round.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Brewer throws a kick to the body but McBroom avoids it.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>A straight jab by Brewer keeps McBroom from advancing.
>Not letting up, McBroom steps in closer to pressure Brewer into action.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>McBroom avoids a flurry of punches.
>McBroom fakes a lunge.
>Not letting McBroom settle at all, Brewer comes in closer.
>McBroom avoids a quick jab and hits a hard kick across the side.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>McBroom avoids a quick jab and hits a body kick.
>McBroom slips out of the way of a jab.
>McBroom counters a wayward jab with a straight punch.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>McBroom avoids a flurry of punches.
>McBroom fires off a looping punch, but Brewer avoids it.
>Not letting McBroom settle at all, Brewer comes in closer.
>Cory Brewer doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>McBroom throws out a quick jab.
>Brewer quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>McBroom counters a jab by hitting a swift leg kick.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Brewer slams a crisp punch into the gloves of McBroom, but can't follow up.
>It seems that McBroom is happy to let Brewer circle for the moment.
>Brewer steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>McBroom comes in closer to press the issue.
>Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither gets past the gloves of the other.
>Brewer glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>McBroom steps in to put some pressure on.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 30-27 to McBroom.
>Judge #2 has scored it 30-27 McBroom.
>Judge #3 has scored it 30-27 McBroom.
>Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom wins by unanimous decision!



Tim Boyer (19-4-2) vs Kurt McDonald (7-0)
>There's the opening bell!
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>From the grapple, McDonald tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Boyer is alert and smothers them quickly.
>The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.
>Boyer waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a sharp body kick.
>Boyer waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a hard kick across the side.
>Boyer avoids a flurry of punches and hits a clean jab.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>McDonald counters a jab by hitting a stinging jab
>Boyer counters a flurry of punches with a jab to the cheek.
>Boyer counters a flurry of punches by hitting a crisp jab.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Boyer avoids a flurry of punches and hits a crisp jab.
>Boyer looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Boyer can't get close enough to grapple, McDonald keeps him away with strikes.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>We are back underway!
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Boyer looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>McDonald throws a vicious punch as a counter, but it misses the target.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Boyer gets a couple of ineffective strikes in, but ultimately loses control of the grapple after being caught off-balance.
>McDonald tries to wrestle Boyer backward and up against the cage.
>Boyer ends up backed against the cage.
>McDonald moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>McDonald counters a wayward jab with a barrage of hard punches!
>The referee pulls McDonald away, stopping the match!
>Kurt 'Chopper' McDonald takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Kurt 'Chopper' McDonald defeats 'The Tower Of Power' Tim Boyer (TKO in 1:51 of round 2)



Main Card
Georges Nouri (10-2) vs Helio (21-2)
>And here we go!
>They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Nouri tries for a leg kick but Helio moves out of range.
>Helio avoids a jab and scores with a jab to the cheek.
>Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither gets past the gloves of the other.
>Helio slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Helio avoids a quick jab and hits a flurry of small strikes.
>Nouri gets caught with a series of quick punches and has to back off.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Helio avoids a quick jab and hits a series of quick punches.
>Helio steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>Helio avoids a low kick.
>Nouri tries for a series of strikes but Helio moves out of range.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Nouri throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Helio.
>A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Nouri is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock.
>Helio unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Nouri.
>Helio unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Nouri.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Helio avoids a punch and scores with a leg kick.
>A straight punch from Helio fails to land.
>Nouri doesn't let Helio settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Nouri comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>A counter punch catches Nouri hard, putting him down!
>With his opponent down, Helio goes to get side control.
>Helio doesn't get a chance to unload, Nouri is quick to grapple and pull him in tightly.
>Helio holds Nouri in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
>Helio fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Nouri tries to sweep Helio.
>The sweep is successful, and both fighters scramble back to their feet.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Helio misses with a punch.
>Nouri doesn't let Helio settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Nouri throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Helio.
>Helio counters with a punch that catches Nouri flush, rocking him!
>Helio looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Nouri sees a chance for a takedown attempt, but Helio is able to defend it.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>A straight punch from Nouri fails to land.
>Not letting up, Helio steps in closer to pressure Nouri into action.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Nouri comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Helio is too quick, and manages to hit Nouri with a good clean jab.
>There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits.
>Helio scores with a series of quick punches.
>Nouri comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Nouri is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>Helio pounds away on Nouri, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Helio pounds away on the body and side of the head, Nouri struggles to deal with them.
>Nouri springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head.
>Helio avoids a low kick.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Nouri throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Helio.
>Helio throws a vicious punch as a counter, but it misses the target.
>Helio is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Nouri.
>Nouri tries to catch him by surprise with a takedown attempt, but it is blocked.
>Nouri looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Helio.
>Helio is pulled into a grapple.
>Nouri attempts to use his judo skills to throw Helio from the grapple.
>Nouri can't get the throw, Helio defended it well.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Nouri is trying to push Helio so that his back is up against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Helio pinned to the cage.
>Helio doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Georges Nouri doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Nouri pins Helio up against the cage and controls him for the remainder of the round.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Helio.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 30-27 to Helio.
>Judge #3 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Helio.
>Helio wins by unanimous decision!



Derek South (14-3) vs Faas Smit (36-14)
>Round one begins!
>South slips out of the way of a jab.
>Smit shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>South sprawls to stop the takedown, then pulls Smit up close into a clinch.
>The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart.
>South counters a jab with a barrage of big punches, knocking Smit down!
>South is quick to seize the chance and tries to get side control.
>South doesn't get a chance to unload, Smit is quick to grapple and pull him in tightly.
>South stands up and backs off, letting Smit stand up as well.
>South moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a clean jab.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Smit counters a jab with a jab.
>Smit throws a jab but South avoids it.
>There's a takedown attempt from Smit.
>South tries to counter Smit with a big punch, but it doesn't hit the target.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>South throws a jab but Smit avoids it.
>South counters a wayward jab with a nice punch.
>Smit counters a flurry of punches by hitting a stinging jab
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Smit narrowly misses South with an uppercut.
>Time slips away as South doesn't press Smit, allowing him to circle.
>Smit throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on South.
>South stuffs the takedown attempt, but can't do anything about being pushed up against the cage.
>South wrestles back against Smit, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.
>Smit is trapped against the cage and South punishes him with a solid elbow strike to the cheek.
>South attempts to establish some dominance with his wrestling, but Smit is too hard to keep controlled against the cage.
>Out of the blue, Smit finds a way to slap on a guillotine, and is able to take South down with it!
>The guillotine is fully sunk in, South has no option but to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission, is Faas 'Evolution' Smit!
>Official Result: Faas 'Evolution' Smit defeats Derek 'Smash Mouth' South (Submission in 2:41 of round 2)



Dan Halvorsen (36-12-2) vs David Allen (15-2)
>The fight begins!
>Allen comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Halvorsen cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Allen begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Halvorsen comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Allen in guard.
>Halvorsen tries to catch Allen with a punch, but it is not on target.
>Allen tries to pound on Halvorsen with elbow strikes, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Halvorsen tries to get double underhooks on Allen so that he can get some control, but can't get them.
>Allen throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Allen unloads with some big elbows, but Halvorsen deals with them comfortably.
>Allen blocks Halvorsen as he tries a sweep from the guard.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Allen fires away with big elbows, but Halvorsen keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Allen deflects a couple of punches that Halvorsen threw from below.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Allen steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Halvorsen avoids a low kick.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Allen steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Halvorsen seems to be waiting for Allen to make a move.
>There's a takedown attempt from Allen.
>Halvorsen stuffs the takedown, but gets pushed up against the cage instead.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Allen has been instructed to try and get Halvorsen to the floor in this round.
>A speculative waist-high kick by Halvorsen finds nothing but air.
>Allen seems to be waiting for Halvorsen to make a move.
>Halvorsen hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Time slips away as Allen doesn't press Halvorsen, allowing him to circle.
>Halvorsen circles as he plans his next move.
>Not letting Halvorsen settle, Allen moves in closer.
>Allen shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Halvorsen attempts to avoid Allen as he shoots in.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Halvorsen avoided Allen.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Halvorsen slams a crisp punch into the gloves of Allen, but can't follow up.
>It seems that Allen is happy to let Halvorsen circle for the moment.
>Halvorsen circles as he plans his next move.
>Not letting up, Allen steps in closer to pressure Halvorsen into action.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Moving in closer, Allen looks like he may want to wrestle Halvorsen.
>Halvorsen finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>From the grapple, Allen tries to pick Halvorsen up on his shoulder for a slam.
>He can't get it though, Halvorsen defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
>Allen counters a wayward low kick by catching it and shooting in for a takedown, and gets it! Halvorsen pulls guard.
>The time runs out on round two.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Halvorsen circles as he plans his next move.
>Not letting Halvorsen settle, Allen moves in closer.
>Allen shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Halvorsen attempts to avoid Allen as he shoots in.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Halvorsen avoided Allen.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Halvorsen gets Allen with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Allen comes in closer to press the issue.
>Moving in closer, Allen looks like he may want to wrestle Halvorsen.
>Not keen on wrestling Allen, Halvorsen uses movement to keep out of reach.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Allen shoots in for a takedown.
>Halvorsen stuffs the takedown, so Allen has to settle for pushing him up against the cage.
>Allen keeps Halvorsen up against the cage with wrestling, racking up almost a minute of solid control.
>David Allen is breathing very hard.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Allen looks for a trip takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Halvorsen pulls guard.
>Time slips away as Allen successfully keeps Halvorsen stuck against the ground.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 30-27 to Allen.
>Judge #2 has given 30-27 to Allen.
>Judge #3 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Allen.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Dangerous' David Allen!



Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (18-5) vs Frank Sheedy (22-8)
>We are underway!
>Manu'a looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Manu'a can't get close enough to grapple, Sheedy keeps him away with strikes.
>Manu'a throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Sheedy.
>A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Manu'a is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock.
>Sheedy fires away with punches, and Manu'a is stung by several big shots to the side of the head.
>Sheedy pounds away on Manu'a, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Sheedy pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots to the body and side of the head.
>Sheedy pounds away with punches, but Manu'a absorbs them and manages to stand back up.
>Manu'a tries for a jab but Sheedy moves out of range.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Manu'a chooses to shoot in on Sheedy.
>Sheedy sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Manu'a can't get the takedown, Sheedy was too quick to back away.
>Manu'a is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Sheedy.
>Not wanting to grapple, Sheedy uses strikes to keep Manu'a at a distance.
>Sheedy gets Manu'a with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Manu'a steps in closer to force the issue.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Manu'a looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Manu'a is surprised by a big countering punch, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Manu'a comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Sheedy.
>Not wanting to grapple, Sheedy uses strikes to keep Manu'a at a distance.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>We are back underway!
>Manu'a looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Sheedy.
>To counter, Sheedy throws a huge strike which doesn't miss by much.
>Manu'a looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Sheedy.
>Manu'a can't get close enough to grapple, Sheedy keeps him away with strikes.
>Breathing very hard, Frank Sheedy is looking ragged.
>Manu'a looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Sheedy.
>Strikes from Sheedy keep Manu'a from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back.
>Manu'a uses a jab to keep Sheedy back.
>Manu'a comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Sheedy.
>Manu'a can't get close enough to grapple, Sheedy makes sure to keep out of range.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Manu'a looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Sheedy keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple.
>Frank Sheedy seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Manu'a comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Sheedy tries to step away from the takedown.
>Manu'a doesn't get the takedown, Sheedy avoided it.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Manu'a is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Sheedy.
>To counter, Sheedy throws a big strike which doesn't miss by much.
>Manu'a is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Sheedy.
>Sheedy fires off a strike first, but it just misses.
>Moving in closer, Manu'a looks like he may want to wrestle Sheedy.
>Not wanting to grapple, Sheedy uses strikes to keep Manu'a at a distance.
>Frank Sheedy looks like he is completely out of gas.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Manu'a throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Sheedy.
>Sheedy stuffs the takedown, but gets pushed up against the cage instead.
>Breathing very hard, Tank Manu'a is looking ragged.
>Manu'a looks for a trip takedown.
>Manu'a gets the takedown! Sheedy pulls guard.
>Manu'a tries to pass the guard.
>Manu'a gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>Manu'a attempts the mount.
>Manu'a shifts to mount.
>Manu'a pounds away from the mount, Sheedy is barely able to offer any defence at all!
>The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>Tank Manu'a takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: 'Sweet Baby' Tank Manu'a defeats Frank 'The Baby Bull' Sheedy (TKO in 1:44 of round 3)



Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (16-0) (c) vs Mac Fuller (30-5)
>The fight begins!
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Napier throws a jab but Fuller avoids it.
>Fuller avoids a flurry of punches and hits a solid jab.
>Napier counters a missed punch with a series of quick, sharp punches.
>Napier shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Fuller is on his back and pulls guard.
>Napier lies on top of Fuller, basically smothering him.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Napier fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>Fuller tries to pull Napier in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>The clock runs down as Fuller is being smothered against the ground by Napier.
>Napier fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Napier leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Fuller.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Napier throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Napier leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Fuller.
>In guard, Napier begins working to pass to side control.
>Fuller finds his opponent too skilled, and Napier passes guard into side control.
>The time runs out on round one.
>We are back underway!
>Between rounds, his corner told Fuller to take it to Napier in this round.
>Napier comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Fuller.
>Fuller keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple.
>Napier counters a wayward jab with a clean punch.
>Napier shoots in for a takedown.
>Fuller cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Napier attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Napier drives a vicious knee strike to the ribs from side control!
>Napier holds Fuller in position with side control and drives a big knee into the ribs!
>Napier tries to slip behind and take the back.
>Fuller is in big trouble as he is forced to give up his back!
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Napier attempts to set up an rear naked choke on Fuller.
>The rear naked choke is fully applied, Napier has Fuller flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
>'The Islander' Neil Napier takes the win by Submission!
>Official Result: 'The Islander' Neil Napier defeats 'The Mean Machine' Mac Fuller (Submission in 2:52 of round 2)


Napier celebrates by running a lap of the cage with his arms in the air. After he completes the lap he walks over to Mac Fuller who shakes his hand and gives him a sporting embrace. Clearly Napier has learned from his close fight with Dean and has bounced back with a strong showing at GAMMA 50.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Sheedy: "I thought I had him in the first round and I think I got over zealous and blew my tank there and then. Lesson learned, I won't be doing that again."

Manu'a: "Where do I think I can go from here? I think I deserve a Heavyweight title shot and I would like to test myself against Foster."

Fuller: "He has a great game ground and he made me submit. What more needs to be said."

Napier: "I feel like the best fighter in the world. I am still undefeated and I am ready for whomever they want to throw at me next."Awards
Fight Of The Night: Tank Manu'a vs Frank Sheedy
Knockout Of The Night: Kurt McDonald
Submission Of The Night: Faas Smit

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Prediction Results

Bull: 6/8 - Nice going as usual Bull, but unfortunately you forgot to predict on the FOTN and this could have cost you. Having said that I haven't checked the other scores yet.

MonoNaitch: 6/8 - Good score again, but you also forgot to predict on FOTN. Tied for the lead at present.

samuricex: 6/8 - same score as the other two before you, but congratulations must go to you for remembering the FOTN.

dakydaky: 6/8 - this looks like everybody may win this round.

edisraw: 5/8 - Aw man, that sucks. The only predictee to not get a W in this round. Better luck next time sir.


Round Result
Congratulations Bull, MonoNaitch, samuricex and dakydaky. You have won this round!


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 9

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 5

5th: pauls07 = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

7th: MonoNaitch = 2

7th: samuricex = 2

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: dakydaky = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: edisraw = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

9th: Dead_Jester = 0

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: BHK1978 = 0

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Breaking News For October 1999
GAMMA are pleased to announce two new signings for the Welterweight division. These two fighters are sure to mix things up as they are extremely talented and can compete with the best.

Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)
Recently signed from SIGMA. Has had mixed form as of late. Won a split decision over Marco Benacci but lost a unanimous decision to Kenneth Toadspew.

Kafu Bunya (12-0) (Welterweight)
Signed from ALPHA-1. Still undefeated. Coming off three impressive victories over Giovanni Silva (submission), Washichi Kobayashi (knockout) and Chojiro Goto (submission)

We look forward to seeing them in the cage soon.

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GAMMA 51: Legends Live On

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)

Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)
Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0) (Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2) (Lightweight)
Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0) (Welterweight)

[Bull]

GAMMA 51: Legends Live On

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)

Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)
Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0) (Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2) (Lightweight)
Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Hughes vs. Tamura

[RennikKain076]

GAMMA 51: Legends Live On

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)

Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)
Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0) (Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2) (Lightweight)

Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Morrison vs Gorshin

[samuricex]

GAMMA 51: Legends Live On

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)

Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)
Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0) (Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2) (Lightweight)
Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

[edisraw]

GAMMA 51: Legends Live On

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)

Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)
Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0) (Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2) (Lightweight)
Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0) (Welterweight)


FOTN: Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 51: Legends Live On

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)

Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)
Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0) (Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2) (Lightweight)
Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Herringbone vs Tracey

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 51: Legends Live On

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)

Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1) (Light Heavyweight)
Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0) (Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2) (Lightweight)
Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Tough to call but I'll go Hughes vs. Tamura for an explosive KO

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Breakdown For GAMMA 51: Legends Live On


GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)
The main attraction at GAMMA 51 will pit two MMA legends up against each other with the GAMMA Lightweight Championship on the line. Defending champion, Sean Morrison has dominated and finished all of his opponents in title fights up until this point but will a fellow veteran be able to outsmart the minature bull that is the Lightweight Champion? Morrison will be looking to implement his James Foster-like ground and pound to beat Gorshin into oblivion as he has done to many others including his last opponent, Bruce Steven. Gorshin will want to keep this fight at range as he has neither the strength, nor the wrestling acumen to beat Morrison at his own game. Gorshin will be hoping that his recent run of success over the likes of Aaron McBroom (Submission) and Georges Nouri (Unanimous Decision) will continue when he faces off with Morrison, however he may need a little more than luck to reach the peak of the Lightweight division.


Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8)
The ever controversial Raul Hughes has called out the hulking Orient Express a couple of months ago which was immediately met with a "yes" from Tamura. With a potential Heavyweight title shot against James Foster up for grabs this fight is sure to be explosive. Raul Hughes has said time and time again that he is better than Foster but has yet to prove this in the cage. However, Hughes must not overlook Tamura who will no doubt present one hell of a challenge for the loudmouth. Hughes will want to take Tamura down as soon as possible to avoid exhaustian later on. If Hughes can keep Tamura down it is possible that he will overwhelm him with punches. Tamura whilst not lacking in KO power will most likely try to outwrestle his opponent. This has the potential to be fight of the night.


Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1)
Kendall Tracey has recently shown to the GAMMA fans that he is not just a flash in the pan as he has sustained his winning streak by defeating Ricky Heath (Submission)and Christian Mountfield (Unanimous Decision). Kendall is a well versed grappler who will try and take Herringbone down and work for a submission. That however, will be easier said than done. Herringbone has a reliable base and won't be easy to outwrestle. Herringbone's best chance of success in this fight is striking and flustering Tracey. If he can take him out of his comfort zone we could very well see a Lawrence Herringbone victory.


Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0)
GAMMA debutant Mugur Boc is a talented prospect in the Heavyweight division and many predict big things for him in GAMMA but first, he has to negotiate Fatuma Roy who is coming off a loss to James Foster in a Heavyweight title fight. Roy is the bigger fighter but it could be argued has less talent than Boc. Boc can beat Fatuma in multiple ways whereas Roy can only smother Boc for the duration of the fight. We will see who can implement their gameplan on the night.


JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3)
The striker vs the grappler, the classic old equation. Thomas, the powerful striker will unquestionably be looking to knock his opponent out in short order whilst JJ Reid will want to ground and submit the striker. This fight may boil down to who is better versed in the other's strength.


Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2)
Th young lion will face the old when Sammy Gaffigan squares off with Joel Adams in the preliminaries of GAMMA 51. To be honest this will most likely be the swan song fight of Joel Adams who has very little to offer the sport in his current state. An upset cannot be ruled out though because as we are fully aware, it only takes one punch to end a fight.


Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0)
We will see a fight between up and coming Welterweights in Bruno Epps and Evan Pizzarro at GAMMA 51 and this one could well be the shortest fight of the night. Although Pizzarro has little experience he is far superior at the MMA game. Yes Epps has an acceptable record but he has yet to beat anybody of note. Look for Pizzarro to continue his undefeated career and take a step up in competition after he disposes of Bruno Epps

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GAMMA 51: Legends Live On



Cleveland, Ohio
Attendance: 7,539 for a gate of $565,425
Pay-Per-View: 107,744 for revenue of $430,976
Saturday of Week 4, October 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Hughes: "I will beat Tamura back to the sushi bar. He doesn't deserve to be here and he will find this out after I beat his ass."

Tamura: (translated) "This buffoon talks a lot. Too much. He says he will beat the champion and then he loses. He says he will beat me and the same fate awaits."

Gorshin: "All the respect in the world for Sean Morrison. He is a very worthy champion. I feel though that now is the time for me take the title."

Morrison: "Gorshin was an influence to me when I started out in MMA and I look forward to facing him in the cage. Tonight I will not show any mercy because of this. He is coming after my title, my livelihood. He will get the same treatment as everybody else."

Gorshin: "I wouldn't want it any other way."

Morrison: "I'm going to knock Beau out."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU


Preliminaries
Bruno Epps (7-3) vs Evan Pizzarro (2-0)
>There have been internet rumours that Epps has not been taking the training for this fight very seriously.
>We'll soon see if his performance is affected by it in any way.
>The fight begins!
>Pizzarro slips out of the way of a jab.
>Pizzarro shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Epps tries to avoid the takedown.
>Epps avoids the takedown attempt.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling.
>Pizzarro manages to wrestle his way into a dominant position in the grapple.
>From the grapple, Pizzarro tries a judo toss.
>The throw doesn't work, Epps blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.
>Using his wrestling skills, Epps is trying to push Pizzarro up against the cage.
>Pizzarro doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gets out of the grapple.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Pizzarro shoots in for a takedown.
>Pizzarro can't get the takedown, Epps defends it well and pulls them into a clinch.
>Epps gets out-wrestled and Pizzarro takes control of the grapple.
>Pizzarro, controlling the grapple with Epps, goes for a judo-style throw.
>Pizzarro uses his opponent's weight against him and tosses him to the ground! Epps pulls guard.
>Pizzarro throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Pizzarro smothers Epps with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Pizzarro tries to pass the guard.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>Pizzarro attempts to pass half guard.
>Epps comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Pizzarro in half guard.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Epps slams a crisp punch into the gloves of Pizzarro, but can't follow up.
>Pizzarro doesn't let Epps settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Pizzarro chooses to shoot in on Epps.
>Epps sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Epps avoided Pizzarro.
>Epps fires off a looping punch, but Pizzarro avoids it.
>It seems that Pizzarro is happy to let Epps circle for the moment.
>Epps circles, looking for an opening.
>Pizzarro comes in closer to press the issue.
>Pizzarro throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Epps tries to avoid Pizzarro.
>Epps cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Pizzarro fires away with big punches, but Epps keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Pizzarro blocks Epps as he tries a sweep from the guard.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Pizzarro smothers Epps with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Pizzarro tries to pass the guard.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>Pizzarro attempts to pass half guard.
>Epps comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Pizzarro in half guard.
>Pizzarro blocks an attempted sweep.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Pizzarro counters a wayward jab with a jab.
>Epps circles as he plans his next move.
>Not letting up, Pizzarro steps in closer to pressure Epps into action.
>Pizzarro comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Epps.
>He pulls Epps into a grapple.
>Pizzarro is looking to muscle Epps back against the cage.
>Pizzarro achieves it, pinning Epps to the cage.
>Pizzarro tries to take Epps down.
>The takedown is successful, Epps pulls guard.
>Pizzarro attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Pizzarro isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Evan Pizzarro looks very tired out there.
>Epps tries to smother Pizzarro by holding him, but can't keep control.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Pizzarro attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Epps is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Pizzarro firmly in guard.
>Pizzarro blocks an attempted sweep.
>Pizzarro smothers Epps with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Pizzarro begins trying to pass the guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Epps tries to sweep Pizzarro but can't do it.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Pizzarro punches down at Epps, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>I have to give that round to Pizzarro, but only a 10-9.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1 has scored it 30-27 Pizzarro.
>Judge #2 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Pizzarro.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 30-27 to Pizzarro.
>Evan 'The Carpenter' Pizzarro wins by unanimous decision!



Joel Adams (17-14) vs Sammy Gaffigan (16-2)
>There's the opening bell!
>Gaffigan counters a punch by hitting a nasty-looking kick to the inside of the knee.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling.
>Adams is trying to muscle Gaffigan up against the cage.
>Gaffigan ends up backed against the cage.
>Adams tries to take Gaffigan down.
>Gaffigan will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Adams, but does give up his back in the struggle.
>Gaffigan is controlled up against the cage for about thirty seconds.
>With the cage trapping Gaffigan, Adams, holding him from behind, looks to try and take him down.
>Adams doesn't find it easy, but he does eventually get Gaffigan to the ground.
>Gaffigan lands face-first, and Adams holds on to take his back!
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Adams attempts a rear naked choke.
>Gaffigan rolls to face up, and then manages to spin over so that he is in guard.
>Gaffigan begins trying to pass the guard.
>Adams comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Gaffigan in guard.
>Gaffigan doesn't let Adams pull him in close to be smothered.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Gaffigan punches down at Adams, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Gaffigan doesn't let Adams pull him in close to be smothered.
>Gaffigan attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Adams is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Gaffigan firmly in guard.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>We are back underway!
>Adams is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Gaffigan.
>Gaffigan finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Adams is trying to muscle Gaffigan up against the cage.
>Adams achieves it, pinning Gaffigan to the cage.
>Adams keeps Gaffigan up against the cage with wrestling, getting thirty seconds or more of solid control.
>Adams tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Gaffigan struggles and doesn't let himself get controlled.
>Adams attempts to wrestle Gaffigan to the ground.
>Gaffigan will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Adams.
>Adams tries to take Gaffigan down.
>Gaffigan shows stubborn resistance and Adams cannot complete the takedown.
>Joel Adams looks very tired out there.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>With the cage trapping Gaffigan, Adams looks to try and take him down.
>Adams tries hard but cannot get Gaffigan off of his feet, and has to settle for slipping behind him instead.
>Grappling from behind, Adams tries to get up onto the back of Gaffigan to apply a choke.
>Adams goes too high on the choke, he does not have enough control of the body, and Gaffigan is able to flip him over to the ground.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Gaffigan tries to come in and secure a ground position.
>Gaffigan attains side control.
>Gaffigan begins trying to get himself into a mount.
>He is too good for Adams, and has mount.
>Gaffigan pounds away from the mount, but is unable to land many clean shots on Adams.
>Gaffigan attempts an armbar.
>Adams doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>And here we go, round three!
>Gaffigan hits a barrage of big punches on Adams, trapping him against the cage!
>The referee pulls Gaffigan away, stopping the match!
>The winner, by TKO, is Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan!
>Official Result: Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan defeats 'The Mercenary' Joel Adams (TKO in 0:20 of round 3)



Main Card
JJ Reid (26-3) vs Patrick Thomas (11-3)
>The fight begins!
>Thomas looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Reid ends up grappling for supremacy with Thomas.
>Thomas is trying to muscle Reid up against the cage.
>Thomas manages it, and controls Reid up against the cage.
>Thomas pins Reid up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>Thomas moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>Reid avoids a quick jab and hits a sequence of quick punches.
>Thomas throws a leg kick but Reid avoids it.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Reid shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Thomas pulls guard.
>Reid begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Thomas is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Reid firmly in guard.
>Reid blocks an attempted sweep.
>Reid starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Thomas is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Reid firmly in guard.
>Thomas tries to catch Reid with a punch, but it is not on target.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Reid looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>Reid tries to lock Thomas into an arm triangle.
>Thomas defends it well.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>Round two begins!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Reid telling him to take it to the ground early.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Reid.
>Thomas sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Thomas avoids the takedown attempt.
>A straight jab by Reid keeps Thomas from advancing.
>Thomas presses in closer to attack.
>Thomas comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Reid.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>Thomas is trying to push Reid so that his back is up against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Reid pinned to the cage.
>Reid is controlled up against the cage and takes a few punches via some dirty boxing.
>Thomas easily keeps Reid up against the cage with wrestling, getting move than a minute of solid control.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Reid is controlled up against the cage for almost an entire minute, unable to break free.
>With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Thomas looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Reid.
>Thomas grabs Reid and pulls him into a grapple.
>Thomas tries to wrestle Reid backward and up against the cage.
>Thomas does it, Reid is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Patrick Thomas is looking really tired.
>Reid wrestles back against Thomas, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.
>Reid looks for a trip takedown.
>Reid has the takedown, using the fact that Thomas was pressed against the cage to his advantage.
>Thomas is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Reid holding him down.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>Thomas waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a straight punch.
>Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss.
>Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Thomas wants to wrestle Reid.
>Reid counters with a punch that catches Thomas flush, rocking him!
>Reid slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Patrick Thomas looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Thomas fires off a looping punch, but Reid avoids it.
>Reid doesn't let Thomas settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Using his wrestling skills, Thomas is trying to push Reid up against the cage.
>Thomas manages it, and controls Reid up against the cage.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Thomas smothers Reid against the cage, keeping solid control for almost a full minute.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1 has given 30-27 to Thomas.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 29-28 to Thomas.
>Judge #3: 29-28 Thomas.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Patrick 'The Titan' Thomas!



Fatuma Roy (21-9) vs Mugur Boc (8-0)
>The fight begins!
>Roy steps back to avoid a jab.
>Backing out of range, Roy circles tentatively.
>Boc steps in to put some pressure on.
>Boc looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Roy.
>Roy tries to catch him by surprise with a takedown attempt, but it is blocked.
>Boc throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Roy.
>Roy doesn't even try to stop the takedown, he simply takes it and pulls guard.
>Boc begins trying to pass the guard.
>He passes, but only to half guard.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Boc looks to pass half guard and get side control.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>Roy tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Boc.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Boc looks to get past the half guard.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>The time runs out on round one.
>Round two begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Boc has been instructed to try and get Roy to the floor in this round.
>Roy glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Not letting up, Boc steps in closer to pressure Roy into action.
>Boc comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Roy attempts to avoid Boc as he shoots in.
>Boc gets the takedown! Roy pulls guard.
>Boc is trying to pass guard.
>He passes the guard well, gaining side control.
>Boc tries to slip behind and take the back.
>Roy rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back!
>Boc unloads with big punches, landing several that clearly hurt Roy.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Boc tries to flatten Roy out for a rear naked choke.
>Roy stops Boc from getting the hooks in or flattening him out.
>Boc blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
>Boc tries to get the hooks in so that Roy is primed for a rear naked choke.
>The rear naked choke is in deep, Roy has to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission; Mugur Boc!
>Official Result: 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc defeats 'Chief' Fatuma Roy (Submission in 3:59 of round 2)



Lawrence Herringbone (16-3) vs Kendall Tracey (10-1)
>The fight begins!
>Tracey hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Herringbone doesn't let Tracey settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Herringbone counters a jab with a flurry of quick punches.
>Herringbone counters a punch by hitting a sharp kick to the shin.
>Tracey avoids a jab.
>Tracey counters a leg kick with a solid jab.
>Tracey waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a crisp jab.
>Tracey avoids a body kick and hits a crisp punch.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Herringbone throws a jab but Tracey avoids it.
>Tracey avoids a straight right and hits a crisp punch.
>Tracey avoids a flurry of punches and hits a solid punch.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Herringbone avoids a jab and scores with a series of quick, sharp punches.
>Herringbone comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Tracey pulls guard.
>Tracey is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Herringbone off of him.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>We are back underway!
>Tracey shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Herringbone looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown.
>He has the takedown! Herringbone pulls guard.
>Tracey begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Tracey isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Herringbone tries to pull Tracey into a guillotine choke from the bottom of the guard.
>Tracey blocks it.
>Tracey looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Herringbone reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>Tracey shows great skill by not only defending the submission, but using it as a basis to gain side control.
>Tracey attempts the mount.
>He is too good for Herringbone, and has mount.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Tracey fires away with big elbows, but Herringbone covers up and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Herringbone tries to roll Tracey, but only succeeds in giving up his back!
>Tracey fires away with punches, and Herringbone is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>Kendall Tracey takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey defeats Lawrence 'The Law' Herringbone (TKO in 3:55 of round 2)



Co-Main Event
Raul Hughes (13-2) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (21-8)
>And here we go!
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits.
>Tamura comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Hughes.
>Hughes finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Tamura is looking to muscle Hughes back against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Hughes pinned to the cage.
>Hughes is trapped against the cage and held there by Tamura, with apparent ease, for over a minute.
>Tamura scores with an elbow strike from the clinch that catches Hughes hard.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Hughes is trapped against the cage and held there by Tamura for almost a minute.
>The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
>Hughes catches Tamura with a solid jab.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Hughes counters a jab by hitting a stinging jab
>Hughes hits a crisp jab.
>Tamura is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Hughes.
>A counter punch catches Tamura hard, almost putting him down!
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Hughes avoids a barrage of big punches.
>Hughes avoids a flurry of punches.
>Hughes stings Tamura with a series of quick punches.
>Hughes hits a massive punch, knocking Tamura down to the ground!
>Tamura shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert.
>Hughes hurdles over Tamura, looking to land a diving punch!
>It hits! Tamura partially blocked it with his arm though, and he is able to pull guard.
>Hughes fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>Tamura uses his legs to push Hughes away, into a standing position.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Hughes looks to get on top of Tamura.
>Hughes can't hold Tamura down and a scramble starts.
>The scramble results in Hughes being on his back with Tamura in side control.
>Tamura has good control, and starts pounding away on Hughes.
>Hughes is barely able to do anything at all, he cannot get out from under Tamura!
>The referee has seen enough, he pulls Tamura off!
>By TKO, the winner is Tamura!
>Official Result: Ikuhisa Tamura defeats 'The Demolition Expert' Raul Hughes (TKO in 3:36 of round 2)



Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (27-3) (c) vs Beau Gorshin (38-8)
>Round one begins!
>Morrison misses with a punch.
>Time slips away as Gorshin doesn't press Morrison, allowing him to circle.
>Morrison glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Gorshin doesn't press the issue, allowing Morrison to circle.
>Morrison chooses to shoot in on Gorshin.
>Gorshin tries to step away from the takedown.
>Morrison gets the takedown! Gorshin pulls guard.
>Morrison begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Gorshin finds his opponent too skilled, and Morrison passes guard into side control.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Morrison pounds away from side control, Gorshin is barely able to offer any defence at all!
>The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>The winner, by TKO; Sean Morrison!
>Official Result: 'The Man With No Nickname' Sean Morrison defeats 'The Madman From Michigan' Beau Gorshin (TKO in 3:00 of round 1)



Sean Morrison absolutely blew through Gorshin who is left looking more than a little embarassed. Another successful title defense from the man with no nickname.


The show recap will be up shortly on www.gammareignition.webs.com as well as other such goodness. Be sure to check in.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Hughes: "Man that ain't nothing, I wasn't hurt I just didn't know which way was up for a while."

Tamura: (translated) "He is just a bag of air who has a bigger mouth than fighting ability."

Gorshin: "He just overwhelmed be before I had a chance to get into my rhythm. All credit to him."

Morrison: "I expected a longer fight in all honesty but I certainly won't complain about the outcome."


Awards
Fight Of The Night: Ikuhisa Tamura vs Raul Hughes
Knockout Of The Night: Sammy Gaffigan
Submission Of The Night: Mugur Boc

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Prediction Results

Bull: 6/8 - Good score Bull. Ikuhisa seemed to have caught quite a few of the predictees off guard this round. This could very well be another round win for you sir.

RennikKain076: 5/8 - Respectable score. Another person who was caught out by the mammoth Japanese fighter.

samuricex: 5/8 - Good going sir. Nice to see somebody pick Herringbone to win although unfortunately for you it didn't pay off on this night.

edisraw: 5/8 - Nice predicting. Had others not correctly predicted FOTN you would have had a share of the lead.

dakydaky: 4/8 - Sadly some bold prediction haven't panned out as you had hoped. Better luck next round.

MonoNaitch: 6/8 - Somebody has managed to keep up with the pace that Bull is setting in the predictions which in itself is impressive but added to a good overall round of predictions and you sir have done very well.


Round Result
Congratulations Bull and MonoNaitch. You have won this round!


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 9

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

7th: samuricex = 2

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: dakydaky = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: edisraw = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

9th: Dead_Jester = 0

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: BHK1978 = 0

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GAMMA Breaking News For November 1999
GAMMA are pleased to announce two new signings who will now be plying their trade in the cage:

Roberto Aldez (44-7)
One of the living legends in MMA. Being a pioneer of the sport, Aldez had to toil in the dark ages where the were no weight classes and on occassion found himself facing accross the ring against a 300+ pound behemoth. However, with the dawnig of the Light Heavyweight division (a class which was almost tailor made for Aldez) Roberto found his true calling and as you can tell by his record, he has had quite a career up until this point. Recently Aldez found himself on the losing end of a ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight title fight against Tadamasa Yamada. However, Aldez has since bounced back with two consecutive wins against Naoki Itoh (TKO) and Ebizo Fujishima (KO)


Grzegorz Boniek (36-4)
A battle tested veteran of the Japanese and European scene, Boniek has now made his way stateside to battle the best that GAMMA has to offer. If rumour has it right, he is the best equipped to take the Heavyweight title from long serving champion James Foster. Boniek has recently strung together some impressive victories including wins over Gunnar Nilsson (Submission), Harry Milne (Submission) and a split decision victory over Kunimichi Kikuchi


We look forward to seeing them compete soon.

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GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (9-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)

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This sounds sweet. Care if I join in?

GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)

FOTN: It's a really tough one to predict, but I'm going with Ballard vs Peters.

[samuricex]

GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)

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GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Bogdonovich vs. Van Den Hauwe

[LoNdOn]

This sounds sweet. Care if I join in?



Of course you can join in sir. I welcome predictions from one and all. Thanks for reading.

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Bogdonovich versus Van Den Hauwe. It seems like a hell of a fight.
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[Scottie]

GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

I'd imagine McCall might have been able to go close in his prime, but I'm not sure he's a particularly good striker any more and not capable of going with Foster. His wrestling is too good, and I'm expecting a GnP win quickly.

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)
Really a case of where this fight goes. Palacios can find himself in trouble against a good striker which Kendall is, but should dominate on the ground if he can take it there.

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Peters is a very fine fighter at this weight whilst Ballard has always been pretty unsuccessful for me. Looking for the Canadian to dominate on the mat to take a win.

Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Pretty much set up for a Ho win here. Gygax has always been ordinary and will not be able to shake off the submissions from the Indonesian star.

Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)
Awesome battle in the making here. Two very dangerous strikers, but Garner the slight edge for mine.

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
I love Jerry and this has the makings of Fight of the Night. van der Hauwe is always on a downward plunge for me and I'm thinking Jerry finishes him in an exciting contest.

Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)
Arteta has the size advantage but not the experience advantage. Dee has too many weaknesses for mine against the Mexican who should be all over him. Hopefully.

Fingers crossed I can make up for the last disaster.

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GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

I'd imagine McCall might have been able to go close in his prime, but I'm not sure he's a particularly good striker any more and not capable of going with Foster. His wrestling is too good, and I'm expecting a GnP win quickly.

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)
Really a case of where this fight goes. Palacios can find himself in trouble against a good striker which Kendall is, but should dominate on the ground if he can take it there.

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (8-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Peters is a very fine fighter at this weight whilst Ballard has always been pretty unsuccessful for me. Looking for the Canadian to dominate on the mat to take a win.

Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Pretty much set up for a Ho win here. Gygax has always been ordinary and will not be able to shake off the submissions from the Indonesian star.

Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)
Awesome battle in the making here. Two very dangerous strikers, but Garner the slight edge for mine.

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
I love Jerry and this has the makings of Fight of the Night. van der Hauwe is always on a downward plunge for me and I'm thinking Jerry finishes him in an exciting contest.

Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)
Arteta has the size advantage but not the experience advantage. Dee has too many weaknesses for mine against the Mexican who should be all over him. Hopefully.

Fingers crossed I can make up for the last disaster.

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Great to see you predicting again scottie

[Scottie]

I can't go out of this with a strike rate below fifty!

[LoNdOn]

I can't go out of this with a strike rate below fifty!

So you are going to keep coming to the plate and swinging until you hit a home run and then leave with your head held high?

[Scottie]

So you are going to keep coming to the plate and swinging until you hit a home run and then leave with your head held high?

That is a noble idea, but the taste of success might be all too beautiful for me to give up. :(

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (9-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Arteta vs. Dee

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)

Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (9-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9) (Lightweight)
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

Preliminaries
Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5) (Light Heavyweight)
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1) (Middleweight)

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Breakdown For GAMMA 52: Ground It Out


GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)
GAMMA 52: Ground It Out will be headlined by two dominant forces in the Heavyweight division James Foster and Tony McCall. What makes this fight even more appealing is the fact that the GAMMA Heavyweight championship is up for grabs. James Foster who is arguably the greatest Heavyweight to ever grace the sport has been tearing through challengers as of late. He has recently made short work of both Fatuma Roy and Raul Hughes and in doing so has cemented his place as the greatest Heavyweight in GAMMA. Tony McCall however cannot be overlooked. A striker by nature, McCall will want to keep the explosive Foster at distance. If he can do that, who's to say that he can't defeat the champion? Foster will want to do his usual routine of taking his opponent down and putting them in a world of trouble. This fight will not be boring.


Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7)
This fight could determine the next challenger to Julio Regueiro's Welterweight crown. Kendall is the more powerful striker of the two and can easily put Claudio to sleep if he connects with his chin. Claudio is more of a grappler and can put Kendall in deep waters should he get the fight to the ground. If the fight remains standing look for Kendall to dominate, if it hits the floor expect Palacios to work for a submission. Sure fire candidate for Fight Of The Night.


Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (9-0)
Having recently suffered a defeat at the hands of then GAMMA Light Heavyweight Champion Zvonimir Asanovic, Linfield Ballard is looking to return to winning ways when he takes on undefeated prospect Ken Peters. Now although Linfield has far more experience than his opponent, Peters is the more well-rounded competitor but whether or not he can step up when it matters is an entirely different issue. Peters will look to take this fight to the ground and try and submit the primarily stand-up Ballard.


Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9)
GAMMA 52 will see the US debut of the Indonesian superstar known as Li-Kong Ho. The Little Dragon will be making said defence against fellow debutee, Rodolphe Gygax. Out of Ho's 20 professional fights only 2 have gone to a decision, the rest were forced to submit. Look for Ho to do the exact same thing to Gygax. Don't take Gygax lightly though for he is by no means a scrub. Having said that though it is very difficult to see a path to victory for him. Ho is the superior fighter and come Saturday he will no doubt prove it.


Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1)
It is hard to come up with too many explanations for this fight. Striker vs grappler. Garner is a BJJ machine and should Ballard be unfortunate enough to wind up on the ground, Garner should have little trouble trapping him in a submission. Ballard will want to keep this fight standing where he does have an advantage, however with Garner's elusive nature this may be a very difficult feat. Both fighters are coming off defeats (Garner losing to Strange and Ballard losing to Thomas) so a win here will do wonders for their morale.


Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5)
A match between two strikers such as these is sure to end in devastating fashion. Hauwe is a typical Dutch kickboxer who does possess skill although he lacks punching power. Bogdonovich is......for lack of a better term a street fighter. Known for putting an ungodly beatdown on his opponents, look for Jerry to swing for the fences and lamp Hauwe into unconciousness.


Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2)
The debuting Mexican Diego Arteta will be looking to earn a victory against the relatively small Welterweigh Colm Dee. Whilst Dee is the better rounded fighter, Arteta makes up for it in sheer power and strinking ability. If Arteta can land a clean shot it could be an early night for the Irish fighter.

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GAMMA 52: Ground It Out


Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 8,907 for a gate of $668,025
Pay-Per-View: 354,780 for revenue of $1,419,120
Saturday Of Week 4, November 1999


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Palacios: (translated) "I thnik my jiu-jitsu is too good for him. When I take him down he will submit."

Kendall: "The dude knows I'm a beast. I have god given power in these fists. If he blinks he will be looking up at the lights."

McCall: "I have been working diligently on my takedown defence. If he can't take me down, he won't be able to ground and pound me."

Foster: "The fact is if I want to take him down, he is going down. No question about it."

McCall: "Well if that is what he thinks, he is in for a big surprise. He will keep walking into my long left jab all night long."

Foster: "Hahaha. McCall is not a good striker, hell I could beat him on the feet just to prove a point."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU


Preliminaries
Diego Arteta (1-0) vs Colm Dee (14-2)
>The fight begins!
>Dee waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a jab.
>Arteta avoids a jab and scores with a jab to the cheek.
>Arteta is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Dee.
>Dee is pulled into a grapple.
>Arteta uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Dee.
>Arteta hits Dee with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Arteta uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Dee as they grapple.
>The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.
>Arteta counters a superman punch with a series of quick, sharp punches.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Dee avoids a jab and scores with a clean punch.
>Dee gets Arteta with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting up, Arteta quickly steps in closer to attack Dee.
>Dee waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a solid jab.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Dee counters a flurry of punches with a jab.
>Arteta counters a jab with a series of quick jabs.
>Arteta counters a jab with a kick to the inside of the thigh.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Arteta is looking to hit Dee on the counter.
>Arteta is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Dee.
>Dee finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Arteta uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Dee.
>The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart.
>Arteta side-steps an attempted knock out punch and hits a vicious leg kick.
>Dee uses a right hook, but misses.
>Arteta comes in closer to press the issue.
>Dee tries for a jab but Arteta moves out of range.
>Dee throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Not letting up, Arteta steps in closer to pressure Dee into action.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Dee throws a jab but Arteta avoids it.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>Dee counters an attempted body kick by scoring with a crisp punch.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Arteta avoids a flurry of punches.
>Arteta steps back to avoid a jab.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Dee has been instructed to push the pace and try to overwhelm Arteta in this round.
>Dee avoids a jab.
>Dee sees a body kick coming and hits a punch.
>Dee waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a crisp punch.
>Dee steps back to avoid a jab.
>Arteta counters a jab by hitting several big punches, putting Dee down, dazed!
>Dee recovers his wits quickly, and waits for Arteta to make a move.
>Dee gets caught with a punch from Arteta, who remains standing, hovering over his opponent.
>Arteta looks to get on top of Dee.
>Dee is unable to prevent Arteta from getting side control.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>In side control, Arteta begins working to get a mount.
>Arteta shows his ground skills and slips to mount.
>Arteta pounds away on Dee with elbows, but few of the shots lands clean.
>Dee has a large gash above his eye from that strike.
>Arteta pounds away on Dee.
>Dee had better start defending himself, or this will be over!
>The referee gives Dee time to do something, but eventually has to come in and stop the fight!
>The winner, by TKO; Diego Arteta!
>Official Result: Diego 'Apocalypse' Arteta defeats Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee (TKO in 3:58 of round 3)


Jerry Bogdonovich (7-1) vs Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-5)
>And here we go!
>Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage.
>Bogdonovich avoids a jab and scores with a barrage of huge punches, trapping Van Den Hauwe against the cage!
>The referee jumps in and saves Van Den Hauwe from taking any more shots!
>Jerry Bogdonovich takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: 'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich defeats 'The Modern Day Gladiator' Bryan Van Den Hauwe (TKO in 0:46 of round 1)



Main Card
Buddy Garner (14-1) vs Ashley Ballard (11-1)
>And here we go!
>Garner counters an attempted body kick with a series of quick punches.
>Garner counters a leg kick by grabbing it and attempting a takedown, and gets it! Ballard pulls guard.
>Garner tries to pass the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Garner begins trying to get himself behind Ballard.
>Ballard rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back!
>Garner attempts a rear naked choke.
>The rear naked choke is in deep, Ballard has to tap out!
>Buddy Garner takes the victory by way of Submission!
>Official Result: Buddy Garner defeats Ashley 'The Tiger' Ballard (Submission in 2:55 of round 1)



Li-Kong Ho (20-0) vs Rodolphe Gygax (27-9)
>Round one begins!
>Gygax moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a series of big punches, putting Ho down on the ground!
>Gygax doesn't have time to capitalise though, as Ho recovers his wits quickly.
>Gygax motions for Ho to stand up, which he does.
>Ho counters a wayward jab with a jab.
>Gygax counters an attempted body kick with a straight punch.
>Gygax counters a jab by hitting a series of quick, sharp punches.
>Gygax steps back to avoid a jab.
>Ho shoots in for a takedown.
>He has the takedown! Gygax pulls guard.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Ho starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Ho gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>Ho looks to get a mount.
>He can't get the mount as Gygax rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.
>Ho tries to flatten Gygax out for a rear naked choke.
>Gygax turtles and defends himself well.
>Gygax tries to move Ho off his back but can't.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Ho tries to pound on Gygax with elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Ho blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
>Ho pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Gygax covers up well.
>The time runs out on round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Ho comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is completed, Gygax is on his back and pulls guard.
>Ho lies on top of Gygax, basically smothering him.
>Ho lies on top of Gygax, basically smothering him.
>Gygax is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Ho off of him.
>Ho tries to pass the guard.
>Ho is too much for Gygax, passing guard and gaining side control.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Ho hits a knee strike to the ribs.
>Ho tries to lock Gygax in an americana.
>Gygax doesn't allow the americana to be applied.
>Gygax tries to sweep Ho but can't.
>Ho begins trying to get himself behind Gygax.
>Gygax is in big trouble as he is forced to give up his back!
>Ho fires away with big elbows, but Gygax covers up and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Ho blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Ho pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Gygax covers up well.
>Gygax tries to turn over and sweep Ho but can't do it.
>Ho attempts to set up an rear naked choke on Gygax.
>Gygax turtles and defends himself well.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Between rounds, his corner told Gygax to take it to Ho in this round.
>Ho comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Gygax cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>In guard, Ho throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gygax guessing.
>Ho begins trying to pass the guard.
>Ho is too much for Gygax, passing guard and gaining side control.
>Gygax takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.
>Ho holds Gygax in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
>Ho tries to hook an arm in preparation for an omoplata attempt.
>Gygax fights off the attempt to secure an arm.
>Ho holds Gygax in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Ho throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Gygax tries to sweep Ho but can't.
>In side control, Ho throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gygax guessing.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Gygax slips out of the way of a jab.
>A speculative waist-high kick by Gygax finds nothing but air.
>Ho doesn't press the issue, allowing Gygax to circle.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1 gives a score of 30-27 in favour of Ho.
>Judge #2 has scored it 30-27 Ho.
>Judge #3 has scored it 30-27 Ho.
>The winner, by unanimous decision, is Li-Kong Ho!



Linfield Ballard (21-9) vs Ken Peters (9-0)
>Round one begins!
>Peters counters a wayward low kick with a jab.
>Peters counters an attempted body kick with a crisp jab.
>Ballard gets Peters with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting Ballard settle, Peters moves in closer.
>Peters looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>He pulls Ballard into a grapple.
>Peters attempts to take down Ballard from the grapple.
>He has the takedown! Ballard pulls guard.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Peters tries to pass the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Ballard throws out some punches, but Peters leans back to avoid them.
>Peters smothers Ballard with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Peters attempts to pass guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Peters blocks an attempted sweep.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Peters looks to get past the guard.
>Ballard comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Peters in guard.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Ballard avoids a barrage of big punches.
>Peters avoids a huge head kick and hits a nice jab.
>Ballard counters a wayward jab with a sharp kick just above the hip.
>A quick one-two combination from Ballard only finds gloves.
>Peters seems to be waiting for Ballard to make a move.
>Peters grabs a body kick and goes for the takedown, getting it! Ballard pulls guard.
>Peters attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He passes, but only to half guard.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Peters reaches over and tries to lock Ballard in an arm triangle.
>Ballard blocks it.
>Peters blocks Ballard as he tries a sweep from half guard.
>Peters looks to pass half guard and get side control.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>Ballard tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Peters.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Peters reaches over and tries to lock Ballard in an arm triangle.
>Ballard stops Peters from applying it.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Peters is looking to avoid strikes and take it to the ground in this round.
>A straight jab by Ballard keeps Peters from advancing.
>Peters seems to be waiting for Ballard to make a move.
>Ballard counters a punch by hitting a high kick, sending Peters crashing down to the ground, out cold!
>'The Big Dog' Linfield Ballard takes the win by Knock Out!
>Official Result: 'The Big Dog' Linfield Ballard defeats 'The Man Of Steel' Ken Peters (Knock Out in 0:59 of round 3)



Co-Main Event
Alan Kendall (13-4) vs Claudio Palacios (23-7)
>The fight begins!
>Palacios tries for a jab but Kendall moves out of range.
>Palacios catches a weak leg kick and uses it to go for a takedown, getting it! Kendall pulls guard.
>The clock runs down as Kendall is being smothered against the ground by Palacios.
>Palacios begins trying to pass the guard.
>Kendall is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Palacios firmly in guard.
>Kendall tries to pull Palacios in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Palacios begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Using his leg strength to push Palacios back a bit, Kendall looks to scramble for position.
>Kendall ends up in half guard.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Kendall throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Palacios tries a sweep from half guard.
>The sweep works, but only results in both fighters ending up scrambling back to their feet.
>Palacios throws a jab but Kendall avoids it.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>A straight jab by Kendall keeps Palacios from advancing.
>Palacios seems to be waiting for Kendall to make a move.
>Kendall hits a barrage of big punches on Palacios, trapping him against the cage!
>The referee pulls Kendall away, stopping the match!
>Alan 'Flash' Kendall takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Alan 'Flash' Kendall defeats Claudio Palacios (TKO in 1:16 of round 2)



Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (34-4-1) (c) vs Tony McCall (33-10)
>There's the opening bell!
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>McCall waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a nice jab.
>Foster catches an attempted body kick and goes for the takedown, and gets it! McCall pulls guard.
>In guard, Foster begins working to pass to side control.
>He passes the guard well, gaining side control.
>Foster looks to get a mount.
>Foster shows his ground skills and slips to mount.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Foster fires away with huge elbow strikes, and McCall is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>With McCall taking a beating, the referee has to stop the match!
>By TKO, the winner is Foster!
>Official Result: 'The King Of Ground And Pound' James Foster defeats Tony 'The Spider' McCall (TKO in 2:49 of round 1)


After being pulled off of McCall by the referee, Foster sits atop the cage wall screaming with his arms raised. Can anybody beat the King of Ground and Pound?


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Kendall: "I was expecting to be facing a grappler and that is exactly what I faced. I told you about my power son."

Palacios: (translated) "He hits hard and I got caught. I wanted to get in close and take him down. He new my gameplan and he put me away. I'll be back another day."

McCall: "The guy is a stud and tonight he was the better man. I guess I will have to go and climb that ladder again."

Foster: "Even now people still doubt by power and wrestling. I haven't shown that I overestimate my skills. I don't believe that this perception will change until I fight Hassan Fezzik."



Awards
Fight Of The Night: James Foster vs Tony McCall
Knockout Of The Night: Linfield Ballard
Submission Of The Night: Buddy Garner

[LoNdOn]

Prediction Results

openeye: 3/8 - Welcome to the dynasty sir. Always glad to seenew predictees. Unfortunately your score was not the best, but hey, I'm sure your predicting will get better over time.

samuricex: 6/8 - Well done. Great score considering the difficulty of the card. This could be the winning score.

Bull: 5/8 - So close to matching the top score. A very solid round as usual though! Nice going.

dakydaky: 5/8 - Same as what I said to Bull. Not the top score but respectable none the less.

Scottie: 5/8 - Well you certainly cleared the fog that was your first round of predictions and in doing so have set an example for openeye to follow.

MonoNaitch: 5/8 - I noticed that most predicted Ken Peters to pull out of the victory. He seemed to have really screwed you guys over. I have also noticed that the scores are good and there are usually very little difference between the round winner and loser. I imagine the scores will spread out a bit when there are a greater number of fights on the card.

Frank_Vest: 6/8 - The overall leader of the prediction table has struck again. Another winning score for you sir.


Round Winner
Congratulations samuricex and Frank_Vest. You have won this round!


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 10

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

6th: samuricex = 3

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: dakydaky = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: edisraw = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

9th: Dead_Jester = 0

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: BHK1978 = 0

9th: openeye = 0

[MonoNaitch]

London has to be siad best diary ever, even more so than your equally impressive previous outing.

Your data sure loves the upset lol.


Thanks alot for the entertaining read and will you be doing anymore countdown shows?

[LoNdOn]

London has to be siad best diary ever, even more so than your equally impressive previous outing.

Your data sure loves the upset lol.


Thanks alot for the entertaining read and will you be doing anymore countdown shows?

Thanks MonoNaitch it makes writing the diary worthwhile to hear comments like that. I will do countdown shows when there are enough contributors. At the moment ther isn't so I have started doing Breakdowns instead. Have you had a chance to check out the website yet?

[Frank_Vest]

Hey London...

As long as we are handing out some praise, just wanted make sure you know that I really enjoy this diary. I am always entertained by how much depth you give your MMA world. Also, the website looks great!

[LoNdOn]

Hey London...

As long as we are handing out some praise, just wanted make sure you know that I really enjoy this diary. I am always entertained by how much depth you give your MMA world. Also, the website looks great!

Thanks very much Frank. Whilst I enjoy seeing new predictees entering the fray I also love that some of my long term readers still enjoy the diary.

[dakydaky]

None the less praise for diary from me, LoNdOn. This is most complete diary I have ever followed. Im glad I can be your website editor.

Respect, dakydaky

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA Breaking News For December 1999

GAMMA have been busy as ever in this festive month of December and have yet again bolstered their roster with two new signings.

Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
The Swedish Lightweight will be debuting in the cage shortly after having been signed from SIGMA. Unfortunately fo the young prospect he is coming off of a submission loss to Fiyero Lermontov.

Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
This powerful Russian striker has recently been lighting up his competition. Following 3 consecutive victories over Shane Gilchrist (TKO), Bill Cumming (KO) and Andranik Paletilolou (Unanimous Decision), things look bright for this heavy hitter.

In other news, GAMMA are pleased to announce that Jordan Carpe will be entering the commentary booth for future shows. With the history that he has in the sport we don't doubt that he will be a great addition.

GAMMA have recently announced that they have signed 3 new PPV deals. The first being with USA Free Choice who are one of the biggest and most successful PPV companies in the good 'ol US of A. Not only have GAMMA moved up in the PPV market in their homeland but they have also expanded their horizons. SportsAsiaCast and Vista will now also be airing GAMMA shows to an international audience.

Extended Deals
Raul Hughes
Beau Gorshin
Lawrence Herringbone
Tom Bellfort
Anthony Ray Shenkman
Bryan Van Den Hauwe
Ashley Ballard
Milton Harvey
Ken Peters
Linfield Ballard
Tony McCall
Simon Vine
Alan Kendall
Terry Catt
Brandon Sugar
Christian Mountfield
Kenny Magilton
Benny Danare
Tarcisio Dantas
Jethro Munter
Jackson Gray
Lloyd McAllister
Thomas Smith
Ricky Heath
Ari Peltonen
Junior Patinkin
Phil Ball
Will Kane
Dana Delaney
Marvin Stevens

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

[LoNdOn]

With my website editor going on vacation for ten days I will need somebody to help me maintain the website and keep it up-to-date. Any takers?

[Frank_Vest]

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GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)


FOTN: Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

[openeye]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Mike Watson vs Kendall Tracey

[Bull]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Delaney vs. Shimizu

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)
Watson will not let the title go away just like that. He is totally dominant in this match and I expect second round KO.

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)
I just cannot see Vinkus take a win here. His opponent has more experience and that is the key.

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Fjodor is my favourite fighter, but dean is still number 2 in his weight. I still can see with end of my eye an UD decision for Fjodor. But not today.

Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Steven can sometimes flop. As this match would make him in the shorter sentence of title, I expect him to win.


Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)
Dana Delaney will find his opponent to skilled. UD for Shimizu

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
I dont know what to say here. This will be my FOTN pick.


Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)
Ratcliffe should prevail upon this day.


FOTN: Jim Carpenter (51-9-2)[/B] vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)

[RennikKain076]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Delaney vs Shimizu

[samuricex]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

FOTN: GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

[LoNdOn]

I will get on with the Breakdown and PPV shows within the next couple of days, but at the moment I am creating some renders to import into the diary.

[Dead_Jester]

Glad to see London back and posting again and been meaning to predict for a bit now but kept forgetting.

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)


Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Bracewell vs. Steven

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)


Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

FOTN: Bracewell vs. Steven

[LoNdOn]

Breakdown For GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown


GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)
The Main Event of GAMMA 53 will see the Light Heavyweight Championship up for grabs when defending champion Mike Watson takes on the challenger Kendall Tracey. Both men have impressive records with a combined 22 wins and only one loss, Tracey and Watson have been carving up the Light Heavyweight competition as of late. Watson has the striking power to put Kendall to sleep but should the fight hit the floor, Kendall will have the significant advantage. The last show of the 20th century will also be the first title defence of Mike Watson. Having blown through Asanovic in devastating fashion, Watson will be looking to prove that he is no fluke champion.


Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7)
This battle of the Heavyweight veterans pits Norbert Vinkus against the "Finn-isher" Ari Peltonen. Having made a successful GAMMA debut after defeating Norman Pike by unanimous decision, Peltonen will want to continue his climb to the Heavyweight title. However, standing in his way is the ever competitive Norbert Vinkus. Vinkus has been on one hell of a roll as of late having beaten Christopher Sharp, Jack Cobblepott and Marvin Stevens. With a victory here, Vinkus has been guaranteed a Heavyweight title fight. Interestingly enough, Vinkus has claimed that should he lose this fight to Ari Peltonen he wold strongly consider retirement.


Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0)
A nice little affair here between two top Middleweights. Matthew Dean will be hoping to get back to winning ways since his defeat in a Middleweight title effort against Napier back at GAMMA 44. Should Dean defeat the unbeaten Russian, he may well find himself one or two wins away from another title opportunity. Kanchelskis on the other hand may get a title shot immediately after this fight should he win as Matthew Dean is a big name in this weight division. Both fighters are well rounded with the slight edge maybe going to Dean. The area in which there is the biggest difference is in experience. Dean has far more fights under his belt and indeed has been around MMA a lot longer than his opponent and ultimately this could play a large part in the outcome of this fight.


Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3)
A nice Lightweight battle will see GAMMA veteran, Peter Bracewell take on former GAMMA Lightweight contender Bruce Steven. This fight has the potential to be over quickly as neither man are know for going the distance. Bracewell is likely to load up and look to put Steven away with one punch, Steven meanwhile may look to let Bracewell tire himself out early and then take him down and finish him from there.


Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0)
The legendary Japanese judoka, Heikichi Shimizu will be making his second appearance in the cage when he takes on fellow MMA rookie Dana Delaney in the Welterweight division. We know that Shimizu will look to close the distance with Delaney and throw him to the ground and work for a submission. Delaney will hope that he can outstrike the judo player and keep Shimizu at a distance. Whoever can implement their game will most likely emerge as the victor.


Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3)
The long serving English Welterweight, Jim Carpenter has travelled across the pond to test his skills in the cage against the rising star, Lloyd McAllister. A fighter who has flown under the radar for the last few years, Carpenter is an extremely underrated competitor both physically and mentally. Very few fighters have a better mind for the sport than Jim and he will want to use this to outsmart his younger adversary. McAllister can put himself on the MMA map with a win over Carpenter and will be looking to take said victory with a powerful punch which is Lloyd's bread and butter.


Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1)
This fight will cement the future of Wes Hersch. A win here and he saves his place in GAMMA whereas a loss will see him out of the door. Unfortunately for Hersch his fight comes against a guy who has made his name by upsetting upcoming stars (remember what happened against Adam White?) Hersch has yet to show his full potential in the cage and now he needs to pull out his best or he may get outclassed by his more experienced competitor.

[edisraw]

GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown

Full Card

Main Card
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0) (Middleweight)
Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3) (Lightweight)
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3) (Welterweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1) (Middleweight)

FOTN:GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)

[LoNdOn]

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA.jpg


GAMMA 53: 20th Century Beatdown



Dallas, Texas
Attendance: 6,400 for a gate of $480,000
Pay-Per-View: 276,356 for revenue of $1,105,204
Saturday of Week 4, December 1999



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Peltonen: (thick Finnish accent) "Vinkus has been around for a long time but so have I. This fight will come down to who wants it more. I am ready for a war."

Vinkus: "This is my final run in MMA. If I win tonight I get a Heavyweight title shot, if I lose I retire. The problem is I'm not ready to retire just yet. Sorry Ari, I'm gonna have to beat you up."

Tracey: "Watson and I are in similar positions in our careers. Fightig wise, we are very different. I'm more of a grappler whereas he is more of a striker. I will close the dstance, take him down and make him tap."

Watson: "All fights start on the feet. If he gets into my striking zone it will be a short night for Tracey."

Tracey: "I'm the quicker fighter, once I time him he will not be able to prevent the takedown."

Watson: "People seem to forget that I have a decent sprawl because of my heavy hands. If he tries to shoot in, I will block and connect with a massive right."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU


Preliminaries
Carl Ratcliffe (17-5) vs Wes Hersch (1-1)
>There's the opening bell!
>Hersch comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Hersch walks into a big jab, landing right on the cheek.
>Hersch catches an attempted body kick and goes for a takedown, getting it! Ratcliffe manages to pull guard.
>Hersch smothers Ratcliffe with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Hersch begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Hersch is too much for Ratcliffe, passing guard and gaining side control.
>Hersch throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>Hersch attempts to move to mount.
>He is too good for Ratcliffe, and has mount.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Hersch has good control, and starts pounding away on Ratcliffe.
>Ratcliffe is taking lots of shots, and can't seem to find a way out from this position!
>The referee pulls Hersch away, stopping the match!
>By TKO, the winner is Hersch!
>Official Result: Wes 'The Hurt' Hersch defeats 'Mr. Awesome' Carl Ratcliffe (TKO in 3:14 of round 1)



Jim Carpenter (51-9-2) vs Lloyd McAllister (12-3)
>And here we go!
>A speculative waist-high kick by McAllister finds nothing but air.
>Carpenter comes in closer to press the issue.
>Carpenter is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to McAllister.
>McAllister ends up grappling for supremacy with Carpenter.
>Carpenter tries to pick McAllister up for a slam.
>Carpenter gets it! McAllister manages to pull guard upon impact.
>Carpenter begins trying to pass the guard.
>Carpenter gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>Carpenter fires away with punches, McAllister is getting pounded.
>Unless he finds a way out of this position soon, McAllister is going to lose this fight!
>With McAllister stuck and taking a pounding, the referee has to stop the match!
>'The Invisible Man' Jim Carpenter takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: 'The Invisible Man' Jim Carpenter defeats Lloyd 'The K.O. Kid' McAllister (TKO in 2:26 of round 1)



Main Card
Dana Delaney (8-3) vs Heikichi Shimizu (2-0)
>And here we go!
>Shimizu throws a flurry of punches but Delaney steps back and avoids them.
>Shimizu avoids a straight right and hits a solid jab.
>Delaney narrowly misses Shimizu with an uppercut.
>Shimizu doesn't let Delaney settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Delaney counters a punch by hitting a stinging jab
>Delaney avoids a barrage of big punches.
>Delaney slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Shimizu counters a flurry of punches with a solid punch.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>Delaney steps back to avoid a jab.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Delaney avoids a flurry of punches.
>Shimizu counters a jab by hitting a solid jab.
>Delaney avoids a jab.
>The time runs out on round one.
>We are back underway!
>Shimizu fakes a lunge.
>Not letting up, Delaney quickly steps in closer to attack Shimizu.
>Delaney moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a barrage of hard punches, enough to put Shimizu down!
>Delaney moves quickly to be by the side of Shimizu and looks to rain down strikes.
>Shimizu has recovered enough to stop Delaney at side control as he comes in.
>Delaney gets up, releasing side control, and backs off, allowing Shimizu time to stand too.
>Shimizu tries for a series of strikes but Delaney moves out of range.
>Shimizu avoids a huge right hand and hits a stinging jab
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Shimizu waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a crisp punch.
>Shimizu comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Delaney.
>Shimizu can't get near enough to engage, Delaney uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Delaney slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Shimizu throws a flurry of punches but Delaney steps back and avoids them.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Delaney steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Shimizu throws a flurry of punches but Delaney steps back and avoids them.
>The time runs out on round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Delaney slips out of the way of a jab.
>Shimizu chooses to shoot in on Delaney.
>The takedown is successful, Delaney pulls guard.
>Shimizu punches down at Delaney, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Delaney tries to pull Shimizu in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Shimizu smothers Delaney with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Shimizu begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Shimizu begins trying to get himself into mount.
>He does it, and has the mount on Delaney.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Shimizu tries to ensare Delaney in an armbar.
>Delaney stops Shimizu from applying it.
>Delaney tries to turn over and sweep Shimizu, but rolls too far and gives up his back!
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Shimizu attempts to set up an rear naked choke on Delaney.
>The rear naked choke is in deep, Delaney has to tap out!
>By Submission, the winner is Shimizu!
>Official Result: Heikichi Shimizu defeats Dana 'Danger Man' Delaney (Submission in 4:30 of round 3)



Peter Bracewell (21-7) vs Bruce Steven (20-3)
>We are underway!
>Steven uses a combination of three punches to get Bracewell to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Bracewell tries to avoid Steven.
>The takedown is completed, Bracewell is on his back and pulls half guard.
>Steven throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>In half guard, Steven begins working to get side control.
>Bracewell doesn't let Steven get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.
>Steven blocks an attempted sweep.
>Steven is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Bracewell comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Steven in half guard.
>Steven blocks an attempted sweep.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Steven tries to ensare Bracewell in a kimura.
>Bracewell doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.
>Bracewell tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Steven.
>Steven attempts to pass half guard.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>Bracewell tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Steven.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Steven keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Bracewell seems to be waiting for Steven to make a move.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Steven comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Bracewell.
>Not keen on wrestling Steven, Bracewell uses movement to keep out of reach.
>Bracewell gets Steven with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Steven steps in closer to force the issue.
>Steven chooses to shoot in on Bracewell.
>Steven gets the takedown! Bracewell pulls guard.
>Steven fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>In guard, Steven begins working to pass to side control.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Steven is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Bracewell comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Steven in half guard.
>Bracewell tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Steven.
>Steven is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>Steven blocks an attempted sweep.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Steven attempts to pass half guard.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>The time runs out on round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Steven telling him to watch for strikes but to look for takedown opportunities.
>Steven throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Bracewell tries to avoid Steven.
>Bracewell cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>In guard, Steven begins working to pass to side control.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>Steven tries to pass the half guard.
>Steven gets past the guard, but doesn't go for side control after all, instead shifting straight into a mount.
>Steven tries to lock Bracewell in an armbar.
>Bracewell defends himself well.
>Steven takes the back as Bracewell tries to sweep him!
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Steven pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Bracewell covers up well.
>Bracewell tries to move Steven off his back but can't.
>Steven starts hammering away at Bracewell with punches.
>Bracewell is taking lots of shots, and can't seem to find a way out from this position!
>The referee has seen enough, he pulls Steven off!
>Bruce Steven takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven defeats 'Iron Jaw' Peter Bracewell (TKO in 3:33 of round 3)



Matthew Dean (31-6) vs Fjodor Kanchelskis (11-0)
>And here we go!
>Dean comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Kanchelskis attempts to avoid Dean as he shoots in.
>He has the takedown! Kanchelskis pulls guard.
>Dean smothers Kanchelskis with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Dean starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Dean isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Kanchelskis tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Dean.
>Dean looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Dean isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Dean doesn't allow Kanchelskis to lock him up with double underhooks.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>Dean hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>The fight slows as Kanchelskis sits back and allows Dean to circle.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Dean is looking to muscle Kanchelskis back against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Kanchelskis pinned to the cage.
>With Kanchelskis stuck against the cage, Dean tries to complete a takedown.
>Dean has the takedown, using the fact that Kanchelskis was pressed against the cage to his advantage.
>The takedown leaves Kanchelskis seated with his back pressed against the cage.
>Dean starts trying to get Kanchelskis on his back so that he can gain a better position.
>Kanchelskis gets turned onto his back, and is left under side control.
>The time runs out on round one.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Dean chooses to shoot in on Kanchelskis.
>Dean gets the takedown! Kanchelskis pulls guard.
>Dean begins trying to pass the guard.
>Kanchelskis is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Dean firmly in guard.
>Kanchelskis tries to pull Dean in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Dean looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Kanchelskis tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Dean.
>Dean looks to get past the guard.
>Kanchelskis comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Dean in guard.
>Dean doesn't allow Kanchelskis to lock him up with double underhooks.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Dean smothers Kanchelskis with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Dean attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Dean deflects a couple of punches that Kanchelskis threw from below.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>Dean avoids a jab and scores with a stinging jab
>Dean shoots in for a takedown.
>Dean gets the takedown! Kanchelskis pulls guard.
>The time runs out on round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Kanchelskis moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits several big punches, putting Dean down, dazed!
>Kanchelskis moves quickly to be by the side of Dean and looks to rain down strikes.
>Dean has recovered enough to stop Kanchelskis at side control as he comes in.
>Kanchelskis lets go of side control and stands up, then backs off, wanting the fight standing.
>A straight jab by Kanchelskis keeps Dean from advancing.
>Dean doesn't press the issue, allowing Kanchelskis to circle.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits.
>Kanchelskis fakes a lunge.
>Not letting up, Dean quickly steps in closer to attack Kanchelskis.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Dean comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>He has the takedown! Kanchelskis pulls guard.
>Dean fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Dean lies on top of Kanchelskis, basically smothering him.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>In guard, Dean begins working to pass to side control.
>Kanchelskis is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Dean firmly in guard.
>Kanchelskis tries to pull Dean in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.
>Dean begins trying to pass the guard.
>Kanchelskis is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Dean firmly in guard.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 29-28 to Dean.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 29-28 to Dean.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to Dean.
>The winner, by unanimous decision, is Matthew Dean!



Co-Main Event
Norbert Vinkus (16-7) vs Ari Peltonen (24-7)
>We are underway!
>Peltonen throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Peltonen can't get past the sprawl of Vinkus, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground.
>Vinkus pounds away on Peltonen, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Vinkus pounds away on the body and side of the head, Peltonen struggles to deal with them.
>Vinkus unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Peltonen.
>Vinkus fires away with punches, and Peltonen is stung by several big shots to the side of the head.
>Vinkus fires away with big punches, but can't stop Peltonen getting to his feet.
>Vinkus looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>He pulls Peltonen into a grapple.
>Vinkus is looking to muscle Peltonen back against the cage.
>Vinkus achieves it, pinning Peltonen to the cage.
>Vinkus smothers Peltonen against the cage, keeping solid control for almost a full minute.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Peltonen is trapped against the cage and held there by Vinkus for almost a minute.
>Vinkus steps back to achieve some separation from Peltonen and gets ready to strike.
>Peltonen throws a jab but Vinkus avoids it.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Peltonen throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Vinkus snaps off a strong jab as a counter, but it misses the target.
>Peltonen counters a missed punch with a nice jab.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>We are back underway!
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>A quick one-two combination from Vinkus only finds gloves.
>Peltonen presses in closer to attack.
>Peltonen comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>The takedown is stuffed, so Peltonen has to go to settle for pushing Vinkus up against the cage.
>Peltonen attempts to wrestle Vinkus to the ground.
>The takedown is successful, Vinkus goes down.
>The takedown leaves Vinkus seated with his back pressed against the cage.
>Norbert Vinkus doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Peltonen fires away with punches, and Vinkus is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee is forced to jump in and stop the match!
>Ari Peltonen takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: Ari 'The Finn-isher' Peltonen defeats Norbert 'The Rock' Vinkus (TKO in 2:05 of round 2)



Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (11-0) (c) vs Kendall Tracey (11-1)
>And here we go!
>There's a takedown attempt from Tracey.
>Tracey can't get past the sprawl of Watson, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground.
>Watson fires away with punches, and Tracey is stung by several big shots to the side of the head.
>Watson pounds away on Tracey, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Watson pounds away on the body and side of the head, Tracey struggles to deal with them.
>Watson looks to unload with some big punches, but Tracey gets back to his feet before too many land.
>Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither gets past the gloves of the other.
>Tracey looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Watson strikes first and manages to rock Tracey with a solid punch, sending him down to the ground, stunned!
>Watson dives in and gets ready to unload on Tracey.
>Watson lands with some hard punches...one of which catches Tracey clean and knocks him out!
>The winner, by Knock Out, is 'The Calgary Assassin' Mike Watson!
>Official Result: 'The Calgary Assassin' Mike Watson defeats Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey (Knock Out in 2:17 of round 1)


Watson manages to retain the title in his first defence. After regaining his senses, Tracey shakes Watson's hand before the GAMMA Light Heavyweight title is secured around his waist.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Peltonen: (thich Finnish accent) "He had me in trouble in the first and had he been younger he may have been able to finish. Fortunately I was able to recover and stop him."

Vinkus: "Tonight I officially announce my retirement from MMA competition. I had a good run and will carry the memories of fighting with me forever."

Tracey: "He overwhelmed me and for that I can have no excuses. Hopefully down the road our paths will cross again."

Watson: "Maybe I should change my nickname from the Calgary Assassin to the Headhunter. What do you think?"



Awards
FOTN: Ari Peltonen vs Norbert Vinkus
Knockout Of The Night: Mike Watson
Submission Of The Night: Heikichi Shimizu

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Prediction Results

MonoNaitch: 6/8 - Nice going MonoNaitch. Very god score, however, you forgot to predict on FOTN and this may have cost you a win.

Frank_Vest: 7/8 - The overall leader makes another statement with this score. Catch him if you can.

openeye: 7/8 - Frank_Vest's impressive se is matched by openeye. Very nice predicting.

Bull: 6/8 - Respectable score but sadly it isn't enough this time to earn a win.

dakydaky: 6/8 - Just because you predicted twice doesn't mean your score gets doubled. :p

RennikKain076: 6/8 - Not bad at all. There were soe very good scores this round.

samuricex: 6/8 - I have still yet to see one bad score from this round. Nice going everybody.

Dead_Jester: 7/8 - Nice to see you back predicting. You have tied for the lead.

edisraw: 6/8 - Nobody scored less than 6. Colour me impressed.


Round Result
Congratulations Frank_Vest, openeye and Dead_Jester, you have won this round.


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 11

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

6th: samuricex = 3

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: dakydaky = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: edisraw = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

8th: Dead_Jester = 1

8th: openeye = 1

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: BHK1978 = 0

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MMA Year End Awards 1999


Fighter Of The Year: Grzegorz Boniek

Female Fighter Of The Year: Katherine Williams

Rookie Of The Year: Sho Kitabatake

Rise Of The Year: Manuel Silva

Fall Of The Year: Azor Portela Nunes

Promotion Of The Year: BCF

Team Of The Year: Top Team Japan

Show Of The Year: GAMMA 42: The Legacy Begins Again (GAMMA, January 1999)

Fight Of The Year: Lars Bohlin vs Manish Kahn (SIGMA, September 1999)

Worst Fight Of The Year: Laura Adair vs Hope Lehane (WEFF, November 1999)

Knock Out Of The Year: Mike Watson vs Zvonimir Asanovic (GAMMA, July 1999)

Submission Of The Year: Tadamasa Yamada vs Roberto Aldez (ALPHA-1, February 1999)

Main Event Of The Year: George Laurent vs Andrew Rush (BCF, February 1999)

Upset Of The Year: Sho Kitabatake def. Elgar (ALPHA-1, June 1999)

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GAMMA Breaking News From January 2000

The dawning of a new millenium saw GAMMA further add to their already talent rich weight classes. Unfortunately for ALPHA-1, GAMMA's gain is most certainly their loss.


"The Urban Cowboy" Steve Mason (8-0)
One of Japans favourite international imports, Steve Mason has been on somewhat of a roll as of late having kept his undefeated record alive by defeating 3 opponents in ALPHA-1 in 1999. The opponent fell as follows: Denbe Ekiguchi (KO), Gyokusho Fujimoto (Unanimous Decision) and Chuck Dooley (TKO)


"The Mack Attack" Petey Mack (15-2)
Another popular fighter who has recently been plying his trade in Japan will be returning to the good ol' US to compete with the GAMMA Middleweight elite. Petey Mack had a great 1999 where he suffered no deeats and actually managed a string of impressive results. Mal Phe Roby (Unanimous Decision), Ieyoshi Yama****a (TKO) and Dokuotei Kuroki (TKO)


"The African Dream" Souleymane Ya Konan (10-1)
The imposing heavyweight Konan had a shaky start to his 1999 campaign when he lost to Aleksander Ivanov (Submission). However, his despair was short lived as he bounced back with back to back victories over Jean-Pierre Richelleau and Fletcher Meman both by TKO. Now he is headed from SIGMA to GAMMA.

GAMMA have also recently announced that they will be expanding further internationally via 3 new PPV deals. The deals include UK-1, Moskva Direct and Australia Options.

Contract Renewals
Wes Hersch
Garth Ward
Carl Ratcliffe

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GAMMA 54:Millenium

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)

Co-Main Event
Beau Gorshin (38-9) vs Helio (22-2) (Lightweight)

Main Card
Charles Stiles (16-3) vs Kenneth Toadspew (12-2) (Welterweight)
Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Kurt McDonald (8-0) vs Perry Barr (21-3) (Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Zaco (45-14) vs Adam White (6-1) (Middleweight)
Christopher Sharp (9-3) vs Guy Broom (0-0) (Heavyweight)

[openeye]

GAMMA 54:Millenium

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)

Co-Main Event
Beau Gorshin (38-9) vs Helio (22-2) (Lightweight)

Main Card
Charles Stiles (16-3) vs Kenneth Toadspew (12-2) (Welterweight)
Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Kurt McDonald (8-0) vs Perry Barr (21-3) (Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Zaco (45-14) vs Adam White (6-1) (Middleweight)
Christopher Sharp (9-3) vs Guy Broom (0-0) (Heavyweight)

FOTN: Bogdonovich vs Smit

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Just so you guys know, the updated GAMMA rankings will be displayed in the first post of this thread, so feel free to check it out.

-London

[Dead_Jester]

GAMMA 54:Millenium

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)

Co-Main Event
Beau Gorshin (38-9) vs Helio (22-2) (Lightweight)

Main Card
Charles Stiles (16-3) vs Kenneth Toadspew (12-2) (Welterweight)
Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Kurt McDonald (8-0) vs Perry Barr (21-3) (Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Zaco (45-14) vs Adam White (6-1) (Middleweight)
Christopher Sharp (9-3) vs Guy Broom (0-0) (Heavyweight)

FOTN: Stiles vs. Toadspew

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 54:Millenium

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)

Co-Main Event
Beau Gorshin (38-9) vs Helio (22-2) (Lightweight)

Main Card
Charles Stiles (16-3) vs Kenneth Toadspew (12-2) (Welterweight)
Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Kurt McDonald (8-0) vs Perry Barr (21-3) (Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Zaco (45-14) vs Adam White (6-1) (Middleweight)
Christopher Sharp (9-3) vs Guy Broom (0-0) (Heavyweight)

FOTN:Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)

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Breakdown For GAMMA 54: Millenium


GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)
GAMMA break into a new millenium with another stacked card featuring a plethora of top tier talent but none more so than the two fighters featured in the Main Event. Neil Napier, the current undefeated GAMMA Middleweight champion has been described by many as the prodigy. A true master of the arts, Napier is adept in any area of the game.You want to brawl, Napier will outstrike you. You want to grapple, Napier will take you down. Possibly the pound for pound greatest fighter in the sport today. Leonardo da Costa is by no means an easy fight for anybody. With an impressive string of victories over the last few years including a submission victory over Maarten De Vries at GAMMA 43, da Costa took a while to recover from his injuries before returning to the cage. Whilst da Costa is indeed extremely talented, the real question is whether or not anybody can stop Neil Napier.


Beau Gorshin (38-9) vs Helio (22-2)
Gorshin's last appearance saw him lose in a GAMMA Lightweight title effort against Sean Morrison where he was, well, blown away by the champ. Gorshin has the experience advantage as well as the mental fortitude to bounce right back and will be looking to do so against GAMMA newbie, Helio. The Brazilian Wonderkid, has explosive power for a 155 pounder and is ever improving in the ground game. Look for Helio to unload with devastating combos on Gorshin throughout. No doubt, Helio will want to leave a greater impression on the GAMMA heirarchy than he did when he beat Georges Nouri via unanimous decision at GAMMA 50.


Charles Stiles (16-3) vs Kenneth Toadspew (12-2)
Kenneth Toadspew will be hoping to make a successful GAMMA debut against BJJ blackbelt Charles Stiles. Toadspew is quite the talent on the ground and that should make this fight all the more interesting. Stiles has declared that should he lose this fight he will drop down to his more natural weight class of Lightweight. Although Toadspew is the larger athlete, Stiles' slight edge in the grappling department could make all the difference.


Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14)
This fight has the potential to be the best on the card. Jerry Bogdonvich is a slugger by nature and has the power to drop anybody in his path. Should Smit get confident in his striking abilities, it could end badly for him as there is little chance of Bogdonovich being outstruck by Smit. Smit's best chance of victory is to close the distance early and ake Jerry down. If he could do this it would be highly likely that Smit will win. Fass will look to build upon his successfull GAMMA return where he defeated Derek South. Bogdonovich is also looking to get on a roll following his recent TKO victory over Bryan Van Den Hauwe.


Kurt McDonald (8-0) vs Perry Barr (21-3)
A nice heavyweight affair will see the New Zealand native, Kurt McDonald take on Perry Barr. At this moment in time, McDonald is one of the brightest prospects in all of MMA. With powerful striking, and a big heart, McDonald could wind up being a future Heavyweight champion. On this night he will be confronting a veteran of the Heavyweight divsion in Perry Barr. Barr has a well rounded game and will present serious problems for Kurt. This one may not go the distance.


Zaco (45-14) vs Adam White (6-1)
Big things were predicted for Adam White. That was until he lost in a massive upset to Carl Ratcliffe last year. Although still a great fighter that black cloud will hang over his head for the remainder of his career. At GAMMA 54, White will test his skills against BCF veteran Zaco. Whilst not a spectacular fighter by any means, Zaco will still present a challenge to the MMA rookie. Even though the odds are stacked against him, Zaco can shock the MMA world just like Mr Ratcliffe did in '99.


Christopher Sharp (9-3) vs Guy Broom (0-0)
The rate at which Sharp has slipped down the MMA rankings has been utterly alarming. At one time, "The Knife" was expected to be a future Heavyweight champion, but now, well, nobody really knows. This may be his last opportunity in GAMMA should he lose. Guy Broom will be making his MMA debut and given the situation, he could not have wished for a better time to face Sharp. Little is known about Broom, but from what we understand he is a powerful striker who likes to attack. One thing is for sure though, a lot rides on this opening bout.

[edisraw]

GAMMA 54:Millenium

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)

Co-Main Event
Beau Gorshin (38-9) vs Helio (22-2) (Lightweight)

Main Card
Charles Stiles (16-3) vs Kenneth Toadspew (12-2) (Welterweight)
Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14) (Light Heavyweight)
Kurt McDonald (8-0) vs Perry Barr (21-3) (Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Zaco (45-14) vs Adam White (6-1) (Middleweight)
Christopher Sharp (9-3) vs Guy Broom (0-0) (Heavyweight)


FOTN:Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14) (Light Heavyweight)

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GAMMA 54: Millenium


Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 8,046 for a gate of $603,450
Pay-Per-View: 519,127 for revenue of $2,076,508
Saturday of Week 4, January 2000



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Helio: (thick Portugese accent) "I am prepared......mentally and physically. Gorshn will go to sleep."

Gorshin: "He is a tough kid, but this dog ain't done barking just yet. All it takes is one mistake. One missed strike and he will be taken down and pounded out."

da Costa: "I fight in America for long time. I win and now I get title shot. I respect Napier and I hope we can put on a good fight."

Napier: "da Costa is a good fighter so you can be assured that I am not taking him lightly. He likes to grapple so I may keep the fight standing."

da Costa: "I do not feat Napier's striking. I can punch just fine. I am happy to fight wherever this fight should go."

Napier: "Well as we know a fight with me can end up going anywhere, so I hope for his sake that he is prepared. One thing is for sure though, I am leaving with my belt."



The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU


Preliminaries
Christopher Sharp (9-3) vs Guy Broom (0-0)
>Round one begins!
>Sharp chooses to shoot in on Broom.
>Sharp is surprised by a vicious countering uppercut, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Sharp throws a barrage of big punches but Broom is quick to move out of range.
>Sharp keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting Sharp settle at all, Broom comes in closer.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>Backing out of range, Broom circles tentatively.
>Sharp comes in closer to press the issue.
>Sharp slips past an attempted big punch and counters with a solid punch.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Broom switches stances, throws a speculative punch, then switches right back again.
>Sharp steps in to put some pressure on.
>Sharp shoots in for a takedown.
>Broom fires off a strike first, but it just misses.
>Sharp steps back to avoid a jab.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Sharp throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Broom sprawls well, and Sharp is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up.
>Broom unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Sharp.
>Broom unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Sharp.
>Broom looks to unload with some big punches, but Sharp gets back to his feet before too many land.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>We are back underway!
>Between rounds, his corner told Sharp to take it to Broom in this round.
>Sharp counters a jab by hitting a sequence of quick punches.
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>Broom is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Sharp.
>Broom grabs Sharp and pulls him into a grapple.
>Sharp smothers Broom when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result.
>Sharp throws a few close-range strikes, but Broom smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
>Broom throws a few close-range strikes, but Sharp smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
>Using his wrestling skills, Sharp is trying to push Broom up against the cage.
>Broom doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gets out of the grapple.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Sharp is trying to push Broom so that his back is up against the cage.
>Broom isn't going anywhere though, and manages to slip out of the grapple entirely.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Sharp counters a jab by hitting a flurry of small strikes.
>Broom gets caught with a series of quick punches and has to back off.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Broom slams a crisp punch into the gloves of Sharp, but can't follow up.
>Sharp doesn't let Broom settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Sharp counters a wayward jab with a barrage of hard punches, enough to put Broom down!
>Broom shakes off the blow almost immediately though, and waits for Sharp to make a move.
>Sharp leans in and hits Broom with a solid punch, but doesn't get pulled down into guard.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Sharp uses a combination of three punches to get Broom to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Broom is on his back and pulls guard.
>Guy Broom doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>The clock runs down as Broom is being smothered against the ground by Sharp.
>Sharp is trying to pass guard.
>Broom comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Sharp in guard.
>Broom tries to pull Sharp in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Sharp attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Broom tries to smother Sharp by holding him, but can't keep control.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>Sharp avoids a straight right and hits a solid jab.
>Sharp counters a jab with a series of quick punches.
>Sharp is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Broom.
>Broom finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Sharp attempts to take down Broom from the grapple.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Broom blocked Sharp.
>From the grapple, Sharp tries a takedown.
>Sharp can't get the takedown, Broom defended it well.
>Sharp finds his dirty boxing smothered, and Broom gains the dominant position in the grapple.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
>Here come the official scores.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 29-28 to Sharp.
>Judge #2 has scored it 29-28 Sharp.
>Judge #3: 29-28 Sharp.
>Christopher 'The Knife' Sharp wins by unanimous decision!



Zaco (45-14) vs Adam White (6-1)
>There's the opening bell!
>White comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Zaco is on his back and pulls guard.
>White begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Zaco comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps White in guard.
>White leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Zaco.
>White lies on top of Zaco, basically smothering him.
>White smothers Zaco with his body by pushing forward and down.
>White pounds away from the guard, but Zaco isn't troubled by the strikes.
>White blocks an attempted sweep.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>White throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>White pounds away from the guard, but Zaco isn't troubled by the strikes.
>Zaco smothers White with close control, stopping him from posturing up.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>White uses a combination of three punches to get Zaco to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Zaco attempts to snare White in a guillotine off the takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Zaco is on his back and pulls guard.
>White fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>White deflects a couple of punches that Zaco threw from below.
>The time runs out on round one.
>Round two begins!
>Zaco shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>White tries to avoid Zaco.
>Zaco doesn't get the takedown, White avoided it.
>White avoids a punch and scores with a nice punch.
>White counters a jab with a punch.
>White counters a wayward jab with a crisp jab.
>White tries for a series of strikes but Zaco moves out of range.
>There's a takedown attempt from Zaco.
>It looks like White is trying to grab a guillotine.
>White cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Zaco starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>White comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Zaco in guard.
>White tries to pull Zaco in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.
>Zaco begins trying to pass the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>White attempts to guillotine Zaco from the bottom of the guard.
>Zaco pulls his head free before the hold can be applied properly.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Zaco is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to White.
>White keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple.
>White throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Zaco.
>It looks like Zaco is trying to grab a guillotine.
>He has the takedown! Zaco pulls guard.
>White pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Zaco is comfortable holding guard.
>White leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Zaco.
>White is trying to pass guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>White leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Zaco.
>White throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Zaco tries to get double underhooks on White so that he can get some control, but can't get them.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>White unloads with some big punches, but Zaco deals with them comfortably.
>White blocks Zaco as he tries a sweep from the guard.
>White pounds away from the guard, but Zaco isn't troubled by the strikes.
>Zaco tries to sweep White but doesn't get anywhere.
>White tries to smother Zaco but can't keep control long enough.
>Zaco gets the double underhooks in and pulls White close, controlling him well.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Zaco.
>White tries to hook a guillotine as Zaco comes in.
>The takedown is completed, White is on his back and pulls half guard.
>Zaco begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>The official scores are being reported now.
>Judge #1 has scored it 30-27 White.
>Judge #2 has scored it 30-27 White.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to White.
>White wins by unanimous decision!



Main Card
Kurt McDonald (8-0) vs Perry Barr (21-3)
>Barr counters a flurry of punches with a straight punch.
>Barr comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>McDonald sprawls well, and Barr is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up.
>McDonald pounds away on the body and side of the head, Barr struggles to deal with them.
>McDonald pounds away on Barr, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>McDonald pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots to the body and side of the head.
>McDonald pounds away with punches, but Barr absorbs them and manages to stand back up.
>McDonald steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Barr counters a flurry of punches with a jab.
>McDonald avoids a jab.
>Barr comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>McDonald strikes first and manages to rock Barr with a solid punch!
>McDonald moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a punch.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Barr is looking to pull McDonald down into his guard.
>McDonald strikes first and manages to rock Barr with a solid punch!
>McDonald slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>McDonald avoids a jab.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>McDonald avoids a jab.
>Barr comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>McDonald strikes first and manages to rock Barr with a solid punch!
>Barr tries for a jab but McDonald moves out of range.
>McDonald slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Barr throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on McDonald.
>Barr can't get past the sprawl of McDonald, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground.
>McDonald pounds away on the body and side of the head, Barr struggles to deal with them.
>McDonald pounds away on Barr, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Barr is rolled over onto his back, where McDonald secures side control.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>McDonald fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Barr tries to move to guard, but McDonald doesn't allow it.
>McDonald lets go of side control and stands up, then backs off, wanting the fight standing.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Barr.
>Barr eats a stiff counter punch and is down hard!
>McDonald is quick to seize the chance and tries to get side control.
>Barr sees the danger and pulls McDonald in tight, stopping him from launching any strikes.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>McDonald stands up and backs off, letting Barr stand up as well.
>Barr counters a jab by hitting a crisp jab.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>We are back underway!
>It sounded like his corner told Barr to push for takedowns in this round.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Barr.
>A counter punch catches Barr hard, almost putting him down!
>Barr counters a jab by hitting a stinging jab
>Barr hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>McDonald steps in closer to force the issue.
>McDonald avoids a jab and scores with a stinging jab
>Barr narrowly misses McDonald with an uppercut.
>McDonald comes in closer to press the issue.
>Kurt McDonald doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>McDonald slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Perry Barr is looking really tired.
>Barr sneaks a glance at his corner.
>Not letting up, McDonald steps in closer to pressure Barr into action.
>McDonald steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Barr.
>McDonald sprawls well, and Barr is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>McDonald pounds away on the body and side of the head, Barr struggles to deal with them.
>McDonald pounds away on the body and side of the head, Barr struggles to deal with them.
>McDonald unloads with big punches to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Barr.
>McDonald fires away with big punches, but can't stop Barr getting to his feet.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Kurt McDonald has much energy left.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1: 30-27 McDonald.
>Judge #2: 30-27 McDonald.
>Judge #3 has scored it 30-27 McDonald.
>Making Kurt 'Chopper' McDonald the winner by unanimous decision!




Jerry Bogdonovich (8-1) vs Faas Smit (37-14)
>Round one begins!
>Bogdonovich moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a flurry of small strikes.
>Bogdonovich slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Bogdonovich counters a jab with a barrage of huge punches, trapping Smit against the cage!
>With Smit taking a lot of big punches, the referee has to stop the match!
>Jerry Bogdonovich takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: 'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich defeats Faas 'Evolution' Smit (TKO in 1:00 of round 1)




Charles Stiles (16-3) vs Kenneth Toadspew (12-2)
>We are underway!
>Moving in closer, Toadspew looks like he may want to wrestle Stiles.
>Toadspew can't get near enough to engage, Stiles uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Moving in closer, Toadspew looks like he may want to wrestle Stiles.
>Stiles ends up grappling for supremacy with Toadspew.
>Using his wrestling skills, Toadspew is trying to push Stiles up against the cage.
>Toadspew does it, Stiles is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Toadspew pins Stiles up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
>Stiles is trapped against the cage and Toadspew hits him with a short uppercut.
>Stiles is trapped against the cage and Toadspew punishes him with some dirty boxing.
>Toadspew smothers Stiles against the cage, easily keeping solid control for a minute or more.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
>Stiles chooses to shoot in on Toadspew.
>The takedown doesn't work, Toadspew stuffed it.
>Toadspew looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>They start grappling, Stiles looks happy to engage Toadspew at close quarters.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Stiles tries to pick Toadspew up for a slam.
>He can't get it though, Toadspew defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
>Toadspew comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Stiles.
>Not wanting to grapple, Stiles uses strikes to keep Toadspew at a distance.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>Round two begins!
>Moving in closer, Toadspew looks like he may want to wrestle Stiles.
>He pulls Stiles into a grapple.
>Toadspew is trying to muscle Stiles up against the cage.
>Toadspew achieves it, pinning Stiles to the cage.
>Stiles is trapped against the cage and Toadspew punishes him with some dirty boxing.
>Toadspew easily keeps Stiles up against the cage with wrestling, getting move than a minute of solid control.
>The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
>Toadspew catches a leg kick and goes for a takedown down goes Stiles! He pulls guard though.
>In guard, Toadspew begins working to pass to side control.
>Stiles comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Toadspew in guard.
>Stiles raises his legs and tries to get Toadspew into a triangle choke.
>Toadspew defends well against it.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Stiles fights off Toadspew as he tries to smother him against the ground.
>Stiles attempts a triangle choke on Toadspew from the bottom of the guard.
>Toadspew blocks the attempt.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Toadspew tries to stand up, but Stiles keeps him firmly in guard.
>Stiles brings his legs up and tries to lock Toadspew in a triangle choke.
>Toadspew doesn't let Stiles get it.
>Toadspew tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard.
>Stiles reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>Toadspew gets caught in a kimura, but needn't panic as there's only a few seconds left!
>Round two ends as time expires.
>We are back underway!
>Stiles catches Toadspew with a solid jab.
>Backing out of range, Stiles circles tentatively.
>Not letting up, Toadspew steps in closer to pressure Stiles into action.
>Toadspew steps back to avoid a jab.
>Stiles shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Toadspew pulls guard.
>Stiles attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Toadspew tries to pull Stiles in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Stiles keeps Toadspew guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Stiles fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Stiles attempts to pass guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Toadspew tries to pull Stiles in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Stiles is trying to pass guard.
>Stiles isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>Here come the official scores.
>Judge #1 scores the match as 29-28 to Toadspew.
>Judge #2: 29-28 Toadspew.
>Judge #3 gives a score of 29-28 in favour of Toadspew.
>Making 'The Spew Monkey' Kenneth Toadspew the winner by unanimous decision!



Co-Main Event
Beau Gorshin (38-9) vs Helio (22-2)
>And here we go!
>Gorshin glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Helio comes in closer to press the issue.
>Helio avoids a low kick.
>Helio counters a jab by hitting a series of quick jabs.
>Helio counters a missed punch with a flurry of quick punches to sting Gorshin.
>Gorshin tries for a series of strikes but Helio moves out of range.
>Helio steps back to avoid a jab.
>Helio slips out of the way of a leg kick.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Helio avoids a flurry of punches.
>Helio circles as he plans his next move.
>Gorshin doesn't let Helio settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Gorshin is looking to pull Helio down into his guard.
>Gorshin can't grab Helio to pull him down, he is too elusive.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Gorshin throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Helio.
>Helio sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Gorshin doesn't get the takedown, Helio avoided it.
>Helio chooses to shoot in on Gorshin.
>Gorshin tries to avoid Helio.
>Helio doesn't get the takedown, Gorshin avoided it.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Helio has been instructed to try and pick Gorshin off with counter striking in this round.
>Helio counters a wayward jab with a swift leg kick.
>Helio looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Gorshin sees a chance for a takedown attempt, but Helio is able to defend it.
>Helio is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Gorshin.
>Gorshin sees a chance for a takedown attempt, but Helio is able to defend it.
>A quick one-two combination from Gorshin only finds gloves.
>Helio comes in closer to press the issue.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Helio comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Gorshin.
>Gorshin moves in too, and they start to grapple.
>Helio looks to get some strikes in, but Gorshin seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple.
>Gorshin is trying to muscle Helio up against the cage.
>Helio doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.
>Beau Gorshin is breathing very hard.
>Helio looks to get some strikes in, but Gorshin seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Gorshin looks for a takedown from the grapple.
>The takedown doesn't work, Helio defended it well.
>Gorshin attempts to pick Helio up for a slam.
>He can't get it though, Helio defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
>Helio misses with a punch.
>Gorshin presses in closer to attack.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Helio avoids a high kick.
>Beau Gorshin looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Helio avoids a quick jab and hits a series of quick punches.
>Helio counters a wayward jab with a great punch, Gorshin is knocked down! He is out!
>Helio takes the victory by way of Knock Out!
>Official Result: Helio defeats 'The Madman From Michigan' Beau Gorshin (Knock Out in 1:08 of round 3)



Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (17-0) (c) vs Leonardo da Costa (16-1)
>Round one begins!
>da Costa keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting up, Napier quickly steps in closer to attack da Costa.
>Napier throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>da Costa cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Napier begins trying to pass the guard.
>da Costa comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Napier in guard.
>From his back, da Costa manages to pull Napier toward the cage.
>Napier cannot stop da Costa from walking his way up via the cage, but does retain control.
>Napier pins da Costa up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Napier tries to take da Costa down with a judo toss.
>The throw is successful; da Costa seemed happy to take it and pull guard.
>Napier begins trying to pass the guard.
>da Costa is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Napier firmly in guard.
>da Costa tries to ensare an arm.
>Napier pulls his arm free, brilliantly moving to side control in the same moment.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Napier starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.
>da Costa can't fend off his opponent and is mounted.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>And here we go, round two!
>Backing out of range, da Costa circles tentatively.
>Time slips away as Napier doesn't press da Costa, allowing him to circle.
>da Costa circles as he plans his next move.
>It seems that Napier is happy to let da Costa circle for the moment.
>There's a takedown attempt from Napier.
>da Costa tries to avoid Napier.
>The takedown is successful, da Costa pulls guard.
>Napier attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>da Costa comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Napier in guard.
>da Costa tries to sweep Napier but doesn't get anywhere.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Napier begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>da Costa comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Napier in guard.
>da Costa tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.
>Napier pulls his arm free, brilliantly moving to side control in the same moment.
>Napier begins trying to get himself behind da Costa.
>da Costa rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back!
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Napier fires away with elbows, and da Costa is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>The winner, by TKO; Neil Napier!
>Official Result: 'The Islander' Neil Napier defeats Leonardo da Costa (TKO in 4:33 of round 2)



Napier once again retains his GAMMA Middleweight title and celebrates with his corner before the championship belt is secured around his waist.



Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Gorshin: "I got countered with a nice punch. Looks like I will have to go back to the drawing board now and start over."

Helio: (thick Portugese accent) "I knew my striking was better and I am happy that I got to show it to the fans."

da Costa: "He is a good champion and it is no shame to lose to him."

Napier: "It feels good to remain undefeated but it feels even better to defeat a top guy like Leonardo."



Awards
FOTN: Jerry Bogdonovich vs Faas Smit
Knockout Of The Night: Helio
Submission Of The Night: N/A

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Prediction Results

openeye: 6/8 - Very nice score. This could wind up being the winning score.

Dead_Jester: 7/8 - Awesome work sir. You guesed all of the fights correctly. This will be tough to beat.

Frank_Vest: 5/8 - Unfortunately you will not be the winner of this round, but a good score none the less.

edisraw: 6/8 - Great score and had it not been for Dead_Jester you would have earned yourself a victory.


Round Result
Congratulations Dead_Jester, you have won this round.


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 11

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

6th: samuricex = 3

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: dakydaky = 2

7th: Dead_Jester = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: edisraw = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

8th: openeye = 1

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: BHK1978 = 0

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GAMMA Breaking News From February 2000

GAMMA have announced a few signings that will shortly be added to the GAMMA roster. The fighters signed are as follows.


Jakuchu Abe (0-0)
The charasmatic Japanese Middleweight, Jakuchu Abe has the hopes of an entire nation pinned on him as he travels accross to the US to make his MMA professional debut. Only time will tell if his skills translate to the sport of MMA.


Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0)
Much like Abe, Mattherson is an untested commodity in the sport but big things are predicted for this young individual.


Datuk Ong Ka Ting (8-0)
A very promising Welterweight prospect from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Datuk brings a potent combination of grappling and Muay Thai to the plate and has shown in his last three fights that he is no joke. His last three wins coming over Yuji Latu (TKO), Korekiyo Anzai (submission) and Selton de Oliveira (TKO).


Heath Kaladaris (0-0)
An Australian Middleweight rookie who has the potential to be a world beater. This is his opportunity to make a name for himself in the biggest MMA organisation in the world. Fingers crossed he can make it a success.


Extended Deals
Jerry Bogdonovich
Rafael Tavares
Charles Stiles

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Writer's Note
The rankings have been updated in the first post of this thread.

-London

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GAMMA 55: Spring Showdown

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0) (Lightweight)
Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4) (Heavyweight)
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3) (Lightweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0) (Light Heavyweight)

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GAMMA 55: Spring Showdown

Full Card
Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0) (Lightweight)
Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4) (Heavyweight)
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3) (Lightweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Danare/Hilton

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Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0) (Lightweight)
Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4) (Heavyweight)
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3) (Lightweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0) (Light Heavyweight)


FOTN: GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

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GAMMA 55: Spring Showdown

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)
-Tough choice as in a GAMMA game i have running Blood beat Julio by split decision, but think Julio is the safer bet.

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0) (Lightweight)
Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4) (Heavyweight)
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3) (Lightweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Danare vs. Hilton.

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GAMMA 55: Spring Showdown

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0) (Lightweight)
Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4) (Heavyweight)
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3) (Lightweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN:Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

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GAMMA 55: Spring Showdown

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0) (Lightweight)
Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4) (Heavyweight)
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3) (Lightweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0) (Light Heavyweight)


FOTN: Buddy Garner vs Patrick Thomas

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Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3) (Middleweight)

Main Card
Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0) (Lightweight)
Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4) (Heavyweight)
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3) (Lightweight)
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0) (Light Heavyweight)

FOTN: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)

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Note

Hey there readers, just to let you know that I will be on holiday for the next 7 days and will unfortunately not be able to update this thread during that time. However, I will come back and continue to post upon my return. All the best.

-London

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Damnit, when will london come back? ;P I miss this diary

[LoNdOn]

Damnit, when will london come back? ;P I miss this diary

I'm back. I will post the Breakdown soon enough.

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Breakdown For GAMMA 55: Spring Showdown


GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)
The main event of GAMMA 55 will see GAMMA Welterweight Champion, Julio Regueiro take on the challenger for his title, Darin Blood in what is sure to be an epic encounter. Julio Reguiro is without a doubt one of the greatest fighters in MMA right now. Not only are his submissions feared on a global basis, but Julio also posseses some more than adequate striking (although he rarely uses this due to his excellent groundwork). As we saw in his previos outing against Charles Stiles he is more than capable of taking his time and pacing himself for a fight's duration. Darin Blood on the other hand is by no means a slouch. Whilst being the more well rounded competitor, Blood would struggle to keep up with Regueiro on the ground. If this fight should remain standing, Blood may very well have the best path to victory.

Julio Regueiro's Last 3 Fights
-Jack Humphreys win via submission at GAMMA 45: The Armada
- Charles Stiles win via TKO at GAMMA 49: Underdog
- Record Missing

Darin Blood's Last 3 Fights
- Alan Kendall win via unanimous decision at GAMMA 42: The Legacy Begins Again


Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3)
The heavy-hitter Patrick Thomas will be facing off against BJJ blackbelt, Buddy Garner in the co-main event and he will no doubt be looking to keep this fight standing at all costs. Thomas will want to implement his superior kick boxing to keep the distance between himself and Garner whilst circling away from the cage to avoid being trapped. Garner will most likely shoot early and try to bring Thomas into his world and dominate via his grapplng abilities. Should this come to fruition, Garner will probably take home a submission victory. However, as is often said in combat sports, there is always a punchers chance.

Buddy Garner's Last 3 Fights
- Carl Ratcliffe win via submission at GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble
- Stuart Strange loss via unanimous decision at GAMMA 48: High Stakes
- Ashley Ballard win via submission at GAMMA 52: Ground It Out

Patrick Thomas' Last 3 Fights
- Ashley Ballard win via unanimous decision at GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters
- JJ Reid win via unanimous decision at GAMMA 51: Legends Live On
- Record Missing


Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0)
A nice fight between two undefeated Lightweight competitors sees Benny Danare take on Luke Hilton. Hilton is by far the more powerful competitor and has one hell of a hook that could floor most Heavyweights let alone Lightweights. If he can land one on Danare it will be over in short order. However, if Danare can successfully navigate Hilton's wild shots, he can take him down and potentially apply a submission for the win. Whoever can implement their gameplan should win.

Benny Danare's Last 3 Fights
- Bud Brockett win via unanimous decision at GAMMA 48: High Stakes
- Record Missing
- Record Missing

Luke Hilton's Last 3 Fights
- Duane Weatherly win via TKO at GAMMA 47: Heavy Hitters
- Joel Adams win via unaimous decision at GAMMA 49: Underdog


Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4)
A battle of solid heavyweights sees the goliath that is Tank Manu'a taking on GAMMA debutant Grzegorz Boniek. Not sure how else to describe this fight other than "Manu'a is bigger whilst Boniek is better". Now whether or not that will translate to a victroy for Boniek on the night remains to be seen. If skillsets alone determined fights then Boniek should by all rights leave with his hands raised, but as we all know too well, that isn't always the case.

Tank Manu'a's Last 3 Fights
- Rick Stanley win via TKO at GAMMA 46: Ready To Rumble
- Frank Sheedy win via TKO at GAMMA 50
- Record Missing

Grzegorz Boniek's Last 3 Fights
- Harry Milne win via submission at ALPHA-1: Yamada vs Aldez
- Kunimichi Kikuchi win via split-decision at ALPHA-1: Endo vs Nakajima
- Gunnar Nilsson win via submission at ALPHA-1: da Guia vs Ceni


Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4)
MMA rookie, Junior Patinkin will be testing his skills against Scottish veteran Curt Kitson in a Light Heavyweight encounter. Kitson has the all-around ability to stifle and dictate as he sees fit. Patinkin has the prowess to pull off a victory but will need to be at the very top of his game to defeat his far more experienced adversary.

Junior Patinkin's Last 3 Fights
- All known fights occurred in the independant scene.

Curt Kitson's Last 3 Fights
- Dave Lennon win via unanimos decision at BCF: Alois vs Barr
- Perry Barr loss via TKO at BCF: Barr vs Kitson
- Record Missing


Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3)
Two Lightweights will test themselves on the undercard when Aaron McBroom squares off against Georges Nouri. Whilst Aaron McBroom is the more talented stand-up fighter, he may be out of his element should Nouri manage to grapple him to the floor. It must be said that McBroom is the favourite going into this fight and will need to outstrike the Greek if he wants to secure a victory.

Aaron McBroom's Last 3 Fights
- Duane Weatherly win via KO at GAMMA 43: Croatian Sensation
- Beau Gorshin loss via submission at GAMMA 45: The Armada
- Cory Brewer win via unanimous decision at GAMMA 50

Georges Nouri's Last 3 Fights
- Thomas O'Cann win via TKO at Independant Event
- Beau Gorshin loss via unanimous decision at GAMMMA 47: Heavy Hitters
- Helio loss via a unanimous decision at GAMMA 50


Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0)
On the surface one would be forgiven for thinking that this fight was very uneven. However, when one scratches away the vaneer you begin to get a real idea of what you have in front of you. Spencer Rubenstein although yet to make his professional MMA debut is extremely talented if his trainers are to be believed. Whether or not that is a case of overhype will be decided on the night. Thinking about it, Van Den Hauwe has very little to gain from this fight so more credit to him for accepting the fight in the first place.

Bryan Van Den Hauwe Last 3 Fights
- Derek South loss via TKO at GAMMA 45: The Armada
- Jerry Bogdonovich loss via TKO at GAMMA 52: Ground It Out
- Record Missing

Spencer Rubenstein's Last 3 Fights
-N/A

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GAMMA 55: Spring Showdown



Cleveland, Ohio
Attendance: 7,174 for a gate of $538,050
Pay-Per-View: 478,151 for revenue of $1,912,604
Saturday of Week 4, February 2000


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.


Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

Garner: "I respect Patrick Thomas, I would be stupid not to. I am not going to fall into his gameplan, I will work this fight how I want it to go and wak away with the submission."

Thomas: "The only thing Buddy is gonna be walking away with is a broken jaw."

Blood: "Nobody gives me a snowball's chance in hell of beating Julio and quite honestly I don't care. There is no pressure onme. I know what I can do and soon everybody else will see for themselves."

Regueiro: (Thick Spanish accent) "I never underestimate an opponent. He has got himself to a title opportunity and deserves nothing less. He is a good fighter but I am better."

Blood: "Mark my words, I will beat Julio Regueiro and shock the world!"

Regueiro: "He will get taken down and submitted. He will not win the title whilst I am at the summit."



The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU


Preliminaries
Bryan Van Den Hauwe (15-6) vs Spencer Rubenstein (0-0)
>And here we go!
>Rubenstein uses a combination of three punches to get Van Den Hauwe to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Van Den Hauwe sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown is completed, Rubenstein came in hard and fast and was too much for Van Den Hauwe.
>Van Den Hauwe is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Rubenstein holding him down.
>Rubenstein tries to put Van Den Hauwe into a guillotine choke.
>Van Den Hauwe blocks the choke.
>Van Den Hauwe hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.
>Rubenstein tries to improve his position.
>He is too good for Van Den Hauwe, and gets side control.
>Rubenstein unloads with massive punches from side control, and Van Den Hauwe is getting destroyed!
>The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>Spencer 'The Reaper' Rubenstein takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Spencer 'The Reaper' Rubenstein defeats 'The Modern Day Gladiator' Bryan Van Den Hauwe (TKO in 1:51 of round 1)



Aaron McBroom (10-3) vs Georges Nouri (10-3)
>And here we go!
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Nouri looks for a judo toss from the grapple.
>Nouri uses his opponent's weight against him and tosses him to the ground! McBroom pulls guard.
>Nouri tries to pass the guard.
>Nouri isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>From his back, McBroom manages to pull Nouri toward the cage.
>Using the cage for support, McBroom manages to stand up, bringing Nouri up too.
>Nouri pins McBroom up against the cage and controls him for thirty seconds or so.
>Nouri tries to take McBroom down with a judo toss.
>Nouri scores with a nice judo throw.
>McBroom winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Nouri pressing onto him.
>Nouri tries to improve his position.
>McBroom keeps Nouri at side control, not letting the mount happen.
>McBroom tries to stand by using the cage, but can't shake Nouri off and remains seated.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Nouri tries to ensare McBroom in a guillotine.
>McBroom doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.
>McBroom tries to stand by using the cage, but can't shake Nouri off and remains seated.
>Nouri begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.
>McBroom keeps Nouri at side control, not letting the mount happen.
>Nouri prevents McBroom from using the cage to stand, keeping him firmly pressed against the cage.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Nouri starts trying to get McBroom on his back so that he can gain a better position.
>He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>It sounded like his corner told McBroom to stand with Nouri, but to be careful not to get caught.
>McBroom counters a jab by hitting a flurry of quick punches.
>Nouri throws a jab but McBroom avoids it.
>Nouri comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>McBroom strikes first and manages to rock Nouri with a solid punch, sending him down to the ground, stunned!
>McBroom doesn't have time to capitalise though, as Nouri recovers his wits quickly.
>Nouri pulls McBroom down into guard after he threw a wild bomb that didn't connect.
>McBroom throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>McBroom fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>McBroom punches down at Nouri, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Nouri raises his legs and tries to get McBroom into a triangle choke.
>McBroom blocks the attempt.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>McBroom tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard.
>Nouri reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>McBroom gets caught in a kimura...and has no choice but to tap out!
>By Submission, the winner is Nouri!
>Official Result: 'The Sharpshooter' Georges Nouri defeats Aaron 'The Patriot' McBroom (Submission in 4:11 of round 2)




Main Card
Junior Patinkin (4-1) vs Curt Kitson (20-4)
>There's the opening bell!
>Kitson shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Patinkin tries to avoid the takedown.
>Patinkin avoids the takedown attempt.
>Patinkin circles around Kitson.
>Not letting up, Kitson quickly steps in closer to attack Patinkin.
>Kitson avoids a quick jab and hits a nice punch.
>Kitson counters a wayward jab with a flurry of quick punches.
>Patinkin is looking to pull Kitson down into his guard.
>He achieves it, Kitson is now in his guard.
>Patinkin brings his legs up and tries to lock Kitson in a triangle choke.
>Kitson pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in.
>Kitson unloads with some big punches, but Patinkin deals with them comfortably.
>Patinkin tries to ensare Kitson in a guillotine.
>Kitson defends it well.
>Kitson attempts to pass guard.
>Patinkin is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Kitson firmly in guard.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Patinkin raises his legs and tries to get Kitson into a triangle choke.
>Kitson blocks the triangle attempt.
>Kitson attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Patinkin reaches up and tries to lock Kitson in a guillotine.
>Kitson blocks it.
>The time runs out on round one.
>Round two begins!
>Patinkin looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.
>Patinkin slips out of the way of a jab.
>A quick one-two combination from Patinkin only finds gloves.
>Kitson doesn't press the issue, allowing Patinkin to circle.
>Patinkin is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Kitson.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>Patinkin is trying to push Kitson so that his back is up against the cage.
>Patinkin achieves it, pinning Kitson to the cage.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Patinkin tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Kitson reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Patinkin is controlled up against the cage for about thirty seconds.
>Kitson tries to maintain control, but Patinkin wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Kitson ends up backed against the cage.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Patinkin keeps Kitson up against the cage with wrestling, retaining solid control for the remainder of the round.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>Round three begins!
>Patinkin circles, looking for an opening.
>Kitson comes in closer to press the issue.
>Kitson steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Patinkin throws three punches in quick succession, but Kitson was out of range.
>Kitson quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Kitson shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Patinkin blocked Kitson.
>Patinkin avoids a jab.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Kitson looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Patinkin finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Kitson looks for a takedown from the grapple.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Patinkin blocked Kitson.
>Breathing very hard, Curt Kitson is looking ragged.
>From the grapple, Kitson tries to pick Patinkin up on his shoulder for a slam.
>Patinkin is able to block it and pull away from him.
>Patinkin counters a jab with a nice punch.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Kitson counters a jab by hitting a nice sequence of jabs.
>Kitson, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.
>Patinkin attempts to avoid Kitson as he shoots in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Patinkin saw it coming and got out of range.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1: 29-28 Patinkin.
>Judge #2 has given 29-28 to Kitson.
>Judge #3 gives a score of 29-28 in favour of Kitson.
>The winner, by split decision, is Curt Kitson!




Tank Manu'a (19-5) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-4)
>There's the opening bell!
>Boniek chooses to shoot in on Manu'a.
>Manu'a sprawls to stop the takedown, then pulls Boniek up close into a clinch.
>Manu'a looks to get some strikes in, but Boniek seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple.
>Boniek is looking to muscle Manu'a back against the cage.
>Boniek can't move Manu'a at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.
>Manu'a tries to wrestle Boniek backward and up against the cage.
>Manu'a does it, Boniek is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Manu'a smothers Boniek against the cage, keeping solid control for almost a full minute.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Manu'a tries dirty boxing, but Boniek out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>Boniek steps back from Manu'a and looks to unleash some strikes.
>Boniek hits a barrage of big punches on Manu'a and knocks him down!
>Manu'a shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert.
>Boniek looks to get on top of Manu'a.
>Boniek dives in, but Manu'a pushes him away and starts to scramble.
>Boniek manages to come out on top, with Manu'a pulling guard.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Boniek tries to pass the guard.
>Boniek gets past, but Manu'a stops him at half guard.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>Round two begins!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Manu'a is looking to avoid takedowns as much as possible in this round.
>Boniek shoots in for a takedown.
>Boniek is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>Manu'a finds his efforts to roll the turtled Boniek over and secure side control fruitless.
>Boniek takes the opportunity to stand up.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>Using his wrestling skills, Boniek is trying to push Manu'a up against the cage.
>Boniek can't do it though, and Manu'a gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
>Tank Manu'a looks very tired out there.
>Manu'a tries to wrestle Boniek backward and up against the cage.
>Manu'a manages it, and controls Boniek up against the cage.
>Manu'a takes a short step back and prepares to strike.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Boniek looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Boniek grabs Manu'a and pulls him into a grapple.
>Manu'a smothers Boniek when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result.
>The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.
>Boniek looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Boniek can't get close enough to grapple, Manu'a makes sure to keep out of range.
>Tank Manu'a looks very, very tired.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Backing out of range, Manu'a circles tentatively.
>The fight slows as Boniek sits back and allows Manu'a to circle.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>And here we go, round three!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Boniek is looking to get in close and wrestle in this round.
>Boniek is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Manu'a.
>Boniek grabs Manu'a and pulls him into a grapple.
>Boniek tries to wrestle Manu'a backward and up against the cage.
>Manu'a ends up backed against the cage.
>Boniek looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Manu'a proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>The gas tank looks empty on Tank Manu'a.
>Boniek is controlled up against the cage for about thirty seconds.
>Manu'a tries to dirty box Boniek, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the cage.
>Boniek looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Manu'a proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
>Moving in closer, Boniek looks like he may want to wrestle Manu'a.
>Manu'a ends up grappling for supremacy with Boniek.
>Boniek is looking to muscle Manu'a back against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Manu'a pinned to the cage.
>Grzegorz Boniek looks very tired out there.
>Boniek tries to smother Manu'a against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Boniek against the cage instead.
>Manu'a pins Boniek up against the cage and easily controls him for well over a minute.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Manu'a keeps Boniek up against the cage with wrestling, retaining solid control for the remainder of the round.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1: 29-28 Manu'a.
>Judge #2 has scored it 29-28 Manu'a.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to Manu'a.
>'Sweet Baby' Tank Manu'a wins by unanimous decision!



Benny Danare (9-0) vs Luke Hilton (9-0)
>Round one begins!
>Hilton counters a wayward jab with a clean jab.
>Danare throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Hilton.
>He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.
>Danare begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.
>Danare isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Hilton.
>Danare blocks Hilton as he tries a sweep from half guard.
>Danare tries to pass the half guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>Danare blocks an attempted sweep.
>Danare keeps Hilton guessing with a few quick strikes.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Danare tries to pass the half guard.
>Hilton comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Danare in half guard.
>Hilton tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Danare.
>Danare tries to put Hilton into an americana.
>Hilton blocks it.
>Danare blocks Hilton as he tries a sweep from half guard.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Danare is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.
>The time runs out on round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Danare avoids a series of wayward big punches and counters with a jab to the cheek.
>Hilton narrowly misses Danare with an uppercut.
>Danare seems to be waiting for Hilton to make a move.
>Hilton counters a missed punch with a barrage of huge punches, trapping Danare against the cage!
>Danare is taking a lot of shots, the referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
>The winner, by TKO; Luke Hilton!
>Official Result: 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Luke Hilton defeats Benny 'The Jet' Danare (TKO in 1:29 of round 2)




Co-Main Event
Buddy Garner (15-1) vs Patrick Thomas (12-3)
>Round one begins!
>Thomas comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Garner.
>Garner snaps off a strong jab as a counter, but it only finds the gloves.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Garner.
>Thomas cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Garner fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Garner throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Garner lies on top of Thomas, basically smothering him.
>Garner throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Thomas throws out some punches, but Garner leans back to avoid them.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Garner starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Garner holds Thomas in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
>Garner starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.
>He does it, and has the mount on Thomas.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Garner attempts a triangle choke by moving his legs around the neck of Thomas.
>Thomas defends himself well.
>Garner pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Thomas covers up well.
>Thomas tries to turn over and sweep Garner, but rolls too far and gives up his back!
>The time runs out on round one.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Garner comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Garner gets the takedown! Thomas pulls guard.
>Garner lies on top of Thomas, basically smothering him.
>Garner lies on top of Thomas, basically smothering him.
>Garner smothers Thomas with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Thomas is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Garner off of him.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Garner looks to get past the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Garner tries to lock Thomas in an armbar.
>The armbar is fully applied, Thomas has no option but to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission; Buddy Garner!
>Official Result: Buddy Garner defeats Patrick 'The Titan' Thomas (Submission in 3:43 of round 2)




Main Event
GAMMA Welterweight Championship: Julio Regueiro (16-0-1) (c) vs Darin Blood (13-2)
>Round one begins!
>Regueiro throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Blood.
>Regueiro is forced to use his gloves to deflect a sudden counter punch.
>Regueiro counters a punch by hitting a crisp jab.
>Blood avoids a quick jab and hits a solid jab.
>Blood avoids a straight right and hits a straight punch.
>Blood avoids a low kick.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Blood counters a jab with a clean jab.
>Regueiro chooses to shoot in on Blood.
>Regueiro eats a stiff counter punch and almost goes down!
>Regueiro waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a clean punch.
>Regueiro chooses to try and pull Blood down into his guard.
>To counter, Blood throws a huge strike which doesn't miss by much.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Blood avoids a punch and scores with a flurry of quick punches.
>Regueiro chooses to shoot in on Blood.
>The takedown doesn't work, Blood stuffed it.
>The time runs out on round one.
>We are back underway!
>Regueiro looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Blood ends up grappling for supremacy with Regueiro.
>From the grapple, Regueiro tries to pick Blood up on his shoulder for a slam.
>He can't get it though, Blood defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
>Regueiro comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Blood.
>Blood fires off a strike first, but the impact is taken by the gloves of Regueiro.
>Blood steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Regueiro avoids a quick jab and hits a nice jab.
>There's a takedown attempt from Regueiro.
>Regueiro eats a stiff counter punch and almost goes down!
>Blood looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Regueiro.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>Regueiro attempts to take down Blood from the grapple.
>Blood blocks the takedown attempt.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Regueiro tries to take Blood down from the grapple.
>Regueiro doesn't get the takedown, Blood blocked it.
>Regueiro, controlling the grapple with Blood, goes for a takedown.
>Regueiro doesn't get the takedown, Blood blocked it.
>Regueiro throws a few close-range strikes, but Blood smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
>The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Regueiro comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Blood tries to step away from the takedown.
>Regueiro doesn't get the takedown, Blood avoided it.
>Blood slips out of the way of a jab.
>Regueiro comes in, looking to drag Blood down into his guard.
>A counter punch catches Regueiro hard, almost putting him down!
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Blood slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>A speculative waist-high kick by Blood finds nothing but air.
>Not letting up, Regueiro quickly steps in closer to attack Blood.
>Regueiro shoots in for a takedown.
>Regueiro can't get the takedown, Blood defended it well.
>Regueiro sees a body kick coming and hits a crisp punch.
>Blood avoids a flurry of punches.
>Blood steps back to avoid an enormous knock out punch.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Blood counters a wayward jab with an enormous punch, Regueiro is out before he hits the ground!
>The winner, by Knock Out; Darin Blood!
>Official Result: 'Dangerous' Darin Blood defeats 'Spanish Silk' Julio Regueiro (Knock Out in 2:52 of round 3)



Darin Blood has shocked the world. The first man to defeat the legendary Julio Regueiro! Can you believe it? There stands the man that has made MMA history. Congratulations Darin Blood, the new Welterweight Champion!


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Thomas: "It would be nice to see Garner try and stand up once in a while. I knew he was scared of my stand-up game."

Garner: "Scared has nothing to do with it. The ground game works for me so why should I try and stand up? I don't see Patrick trying to take me down either so he isn't one to talk about stratagies."

Blood: "I told you I had the key to unlock the Regueiro vault. It feels great having beaten Julio, but it feels even better winning the Welterweight championship."

Regueiro: (Thick Spanish accent) "Tonight he was the better man. Now I have to go back and work out where I went wrong. I will eventually earn my way back to the title and get revenge for this loss."



Fight Of The Night: Darin Blood vs Julio Regueiro
Knockout Of The Night: Darin Blood
Submission Of The Night: Buddy Garner

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Prediction Results

MonoNaitch: 3/8 - Based on the fact that there were a lot of upsets on this card, your score is not as bad as it first seems.

edisraw: 4/8 - By correctly predicting the FOTN you have edged ahead of MonoNaitch.

Dead_Jester: 3/8 - If only you had stuck with your suspision you would be joint leader thus far.

Frank_Vest: 4/8 - We have a joint leader!

dakydaky: 4/8 - Just as Frank_Vest and edisraw hit 50%, you have also reached the summit.

BHK1978: 4/8 - Nice to see you back predicting sir. This score has given you a tied victory. Well done.


Round Result
Congratulations edisraw, Frank_Vest, dakydaky and BHK1978, you have won this round!



Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 12

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

6th: samuricex = 3

6th: dakydaky = 3

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

7th: Dead_Jester = 2

7th: edisraw = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

8th: openeye = 1

8th: BHK1978 = 1

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

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GAMMA Breaking News For March 2000

New Signings

Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) (Welterweight)
Japanese fighter Takeuchi will be fighting in the GAMMA Welterweight division after having made the move from KDM:FC after a very successful career there which included holding the KDM:FC Featherweight title which he will now be vacating. His time in KDM:FC did not start all too well however when he lost to Li-Kong Ho in the "Little Dragon's" first title defence. Following this fight, Takeuchi got his act together and strung together a collection of impressive victories including wins over Seigo Tsuda (TKO), Kei Makai (Submission) and Rafael Tavares (Unanimous Decision). Feeling that he was outgrowing the Featherweight division physically, Tomohiro asked to compete in the 170lb weight division upon his GAMMA debut.


Korekiyo Anzai (10-1) (Lightweight)
A man who has had great success in the orient like Tomohiro, Anzai will be entering the Lightweight ranks of GAMMA. A promising young athlete, Anzai has only tasted the bitter pill of defeat once and that was against Datuk Ong Ka Ting via submission. That fight aside, Anzai has put away some of the bigger names in KDM:FC such as Bae Yoon (TKO), Teeratep Nutnum (Unanimous Decision), Lucus Mueller (Submission) and Kazuya Chano (Submission). We look forward to seeing him throwdown in the US.


Extended Deals
Patrick Thomas
Aaron McBroom
Georges Nouri

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GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Morrison vs. Ho

[Dead_Jester]

GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

FotN: Fuller vs. White

[Jingo]

GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

FotN: McCall vs Boc

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

[SeanMcFly]

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

FotN - Sean Morrison vs Li-Kong Ho

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)

[BHK1978]

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)

Fight of the Night: Sean Morrison (c) vs Li-Kong Ho

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Rankings have been updated on the front page. Thanks.

[edisraw]

GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)

Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)

Preliminaries
Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)


FOTN: Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)

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Breakdown For GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon


GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)
A battle between two of the very best in the world today will headline GAMMA 56 Enter The Dragon. Current GAMMA Lightweight champion, Sean Morrison has been on a tear in GAMMA since his arrival in May 1996. Having earned a shot at the debuting GAMMA title in June of that very year, Morrison took the opportunity with both hands and won in the title fight and was thus crowned first Lightweight king. Since 1996 Morrison has successfully amassed 7 title defenses and looks to make his 8th when he takes on "The Little Dragon" Li-Kong Ho. Ho, who recently left KDM:FC made his GAMMA debut a few months prior to this event. With many expecting him to walk through Rodolphe Gygax it came as a surprise that the Swiss competitor lasted the entire 15 minutes. However you cut it though, a win is a win and Ho now finds himself facing one of the most dominant champions in MMA history. Ho, although undefeated may be considered the slight underdog in this fight based on him being a natural Featherweight competitor. In fact Ho previously held the KDM:FC Featherweight title and made 2 successful defences before moving to GAMMA. Should Ho manage to weather the early storm from the typically aggressive Morrison then he may well be able to catch him as the fight wears on. Morrison will be looking to use his bigger frame to grind Ho down before pounding him out. This fight looks set to not go the distance.



Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0) (Heavyweight)
A fight between two top ranked Heavyweights will co-main event this PPV when Mugur Boc takes on Tony McCall. Undefeated prospect, Mugur Boc is a very well rounded fighter who can handle himself in any department of a fight. Grappling, striking, submissions, he seems to have it all. However, one thing he does lack is experience. Tony McCall has this in abundance. McCall will be looking to use his reach advantage to keep Boc at a distance and pepper him with strikes. I he can do this throughout he could win on the scorecards but that it still a very big IF. Should Boc manage to ground McCall at any point in the fight look for him to work for a submission or TKO finish.



Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1) (Middleweight)
The young lion that is Adam White looks to upset one of the most successful Middleweights in MMA history, Mac Fuller. Fuller has been around the blosk for a while now and is certainly still one of the top dogs in the pound however, time catches up to us all eventually and Fuller may be showing the signs of a man who has fought nearly 40 professional MMA fights. White has now put the memory of losing to Carl Ratcliffe behind him and has set his eyes on reaching the top of the GAMMA Middleweight ladder. White will hope that his cardio is better than Fuller's and that he can eventually wear down the veteran and stop him later on in the fight. Fuller can not be underestimated under any circumstances and it only takes one mistake to end a fight.



Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3) (Welterweight)
A nice little Welterweight scrap will see Anthony Ray Shenkman make his GAMMA debut against long time GAMMA competitor Joe Hinchcliffe. Shenkman is undoubtedly the superior fighter but has yet to fight on as big a stage as GAMMA. Should he suffer from pre-fight jitters he could be in some real trouble. Joe on the other hand has been there, done that, got the t-shirt and even got the accompanying cap. Basically, Hinchcliffe will be in his element. Whether or not this will enable him to make up the difference skill wise is very debatable. Shenkman is strong and packs one hell of a punch. Hinchcliffe needs to be wary of this as he is not known for great head movement. Shenkman will be considered the favourite going into this one.



Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0) (Light Heavyweight)
Speaking of veteran competitors, none are considered greater than Mark Cohen. Tonight is a make it or break it night for him. Taking on rookie Joshua Hope, Cohen must secure a victory if he has any hope of returning to the promised land. Should Hope beat Cohen on this night then not only has he beaten one of the pioneers of the sport, but he will have increased his reputation to no end. Hope has many ways in which he can win this fight but experience may well be a detrimental factor when all is said and done.



Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0) (Welterweight)
Both of these young fighters seem to be moving in opposite directions in their respective careers. Evan Pizzarro has been predicted big things in his career and this should be just another step in this direction. Being an understudy of Reguiero has to count for something so no doubt Gonzalez will be well prepared for an all out war. Unfortunately for Agustin he has been on somewhat of a slide as of late and will be looking to not only to stop the slide, but halt the progression of Pizzarro.



Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4) (Lightweight)
Everybody's favourite underdog, Duane Weatherly will be hoping to bounce back from two consecutive losses by taking out young Lightweight Kenny Magilton. Unfortunately for Wetherly, he is suseptable to heavy strikes.....or strikes of any kind for that matter...and well......Magilton hits hard.........very hard. It is hard to see any other finish than a KO for Kenny Magilton in this opener.

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GAMMA 56: Enter The Dragon




Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 7,875 for a gate of $590,625
Pay-Per-View: 543,839 buys for revenue of $2,175,356
Saturday of Week 4, March 2000



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.



Pre-Fight Press Conference

Boc: (Thick accent) "I come to show to US and world that I am best in heavy division. I beat McCall tonight and I show this."

McCall: "He is a talented kid but he isn't going to make a name for himself off of me. I will keep him away from me with strikes until he falls down and can't get up."

Ho: (translated) "I feel in the best shape of my career. I am prepared for this fight both physically and mentally."

Morrison: "I think by the end of the night he will regret stepping up to lightweight. He struggled against Rodolphe (Gygax) so I don't think he will fair to well against me."

Ho: (translated) "If that is what he thinks then so be it. Sean has ot faced somebody with the submission game that I have and that will be his downfall."

Morrison: "Nobody has tested his chin, that is until tonight. I will light him up on the feet and show my punching power bu kocking him out cold."



The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU


Preliminaries
Duane Weatherly (14-10) vs Kenny Magilton (7-4)
>Magilton counters a leg kick by grabbing it and attempting a takedown, getting it! Weatherly pulls guard.
>Time slips away as Magilton successfully keeps Weatherly stuck against the ground.
>Magilton lies on top of Weatherly, basically smothering him.
>Magilton smothers Weatherly with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Weatherly is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Magilton off of him.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Magilton begins trying to pass the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Magilton tries to lock Weatherly in an armbar.
>Magilton gets the armbar fully applied and Weatherly has to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission; Kenny Magilton!
>Official Result: 'Straight Edge' Kenny Magilton defeats Duane 'The Weather Man' Weatherly (Submission in 3:51 of round 1)



Agustin Gonzalez (8-5) vs Evan Pizzarro (3-0)
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Pizzarro.
>Gonzalez looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown.
>Pizzarro drives forward and gets the takedown! Gonzalez couldn't quite stop it.
>Gonzalez ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Pizzarro, with his back pressed against the cage.
>Pizzarro attempts a guillotine.
>Gonzalez doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.
>Using the cage, Gonzalez tries to walk up, but cannot break the control of Pizzarro.
>Gonzalez doesn't allow Pizzarro to smother him against the cage.
>Pizzarro prevents Gonzalez from using the cage to stand, keeping him firmly pressed against the cage.
>Pizzarro tries to ensare Gonzalez in a guillotine.
>The guillotine choke is locked in, deep enough that Gonzalez has to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission, is Evan 'The Carpenter' Pizzarro!
>Official Result: Evan 'The Carpenter' Pizzarro defeats 'The Latino Wild Cat' Agustín Gonzalez (Submission in 1:44 of round 1)



Main Card
Mark Cohen (34-8-1) vs Joshua Hope (2-0)
>Hope avoids a jab and scores with a crisp punch.
>Hope throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Cohen cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>The clock runs down as Cohen is being smothered against the ground by Hope.
>Hope lies on top of Cohen, basically smothering him.
>Hope starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Cohen is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Hope firmly in guard.
>Hope deflects a couple of punches that Cohen threw from below.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>The clock runs down as Cohen is being smothered against the ground by Hope.
>Hope looks to pass guard and get side control.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Hope fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>Hope is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>The time runs out on round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Cohen telling him to go right at Hope, hard and fast.
>Hope throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Cohen.
>Cohen tries to avoid the takedown.
>He has the takedown! Cohen pulls guard.
>Hope lies on top of Cohen, basically smothering him.
>Time slips away as Hope successfully keeps Cohen stuck against the ground.
>Hope smothers Cohen with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Hope is trying to pass guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Cohen throws out some punches, but Hope leans back to avoid them.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Hope smothers Cohen with his body by pushing forward and down.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Cohen gets Hope with a right hand to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting Cohen settle, Hope moves in closer.
>Hope shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Cohen pulls guard.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Hope begins trying to pass the guard.
>Hope is too much for Cohen, passing guard and gaining side control.
>The time runs out on round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Hope snaps off a crisp jab.
>Hope is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Cohen.
>Hope can't get close enough to grapple, Cohen makes sure to keep out of range.
>Hope is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Cohen.
>Not keen on wrestling Hope, Cohen uses movement to keep out of reach.
>Mark Cohen is breathing very hard.
>Hope looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Cohen.
>Hope can't get close enough to grapple, Cohen makes sure to keep out of range.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>A quick one-two combination from Hope only finds gloves.
>The fight slows as Cohen sits back and allows Hope to circle.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Hope looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Cohen.
>Not keen on wrestling Hope, Cohen uses movement to keep out of reach.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Mark Cohen has much energy left.
>Hope is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Cohen.
>Cohen keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Hope throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Cohen.
>Cohen tries to avoid Hope.
>He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.
>Joshua Hope is looking really tired.
>Hope begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
>He is too good for Cohen slipping out of half guard and straight into a mount.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>I have to give that round to Hope, but only a 10-9.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1 has given 30-27 to Hope.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 30-27 to Hope.
>Judge #3: 30-27 Hope.
> The winner, by unanimous decision, is Joshua Hope!




Joe Hinchcliffe (26-6) vs Anthony Ray Shenkman (17-3)
>Shenkman throws a flurry of punches but Hinchcliffe steps back and avoids them.
>Hinchcliffe slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Shenkman counters a flurry of punches by hitting a crisp punch.
>Hinchcliffe counters a jab with a barrage of hard punches!
>Hinchcliffe avoids a jab.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Hinchcliffe steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Shenkman looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>He pulls Hinchcliffe into a grapple.
>Shenkman is trying to push Hinchcliffe so that his back is up against the cage.
>He does so, and now has Hinchcliffe pinned to the cage.
>Shenkman looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Hinchcliffe proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>Hinchcliffe steps back to achieve some separation from Shenkman and gets ready to strike.
>Hinchcliffe does some damage with a barrage of big punches on Shenkman!
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Hinchcliffe counters a punch by hitting a flurry of quick punches to sting Shenkman.
>Hinchcliffe steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Shenkman throws a barrage of big punches but Hinchcliffe moves out of range.
>The time runs out on round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Moving in closer, Shenkman looks like he may want to wrestle Hinchcliffe.
>He pulls Hinchcliffe into a grapple.
>Shenkman is trying to push Hinchcliffe so that his back is up against the cage.
>Shenkman does it, Hinchcliffe is stuck with his back to the cage.
>Hinchcliffe is controlled up against the cage for almost an entire minute, unable to break free.
>Hinchcliffe wrestles back against Shenkman, not letting him maintain control for any length of time.
>Shenkman tries to take Hinchcliffe down.
>The takedown is completed, Shenkman would not be denied.
>Shenkman ends up holding a seated Hinchcliffe around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.
>Shenkman tries to improve his position.
>Shenkman shows his ground skills and gets to side control.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Shenkman throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Hinchcliffe tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Shenkman.
>Shenkman hits a knee strike to the ribs.
>Shenkman fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>Hinchcliffe tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Shenkman.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Shenkman looks to get a mount.
>He is too good for Hinchcliffe, and has mount.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Shenkman telling him to get in close and pressure Hinchcliffe with wrestling.
>Shenkman comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Hinchcliffe tries to avoid Shenkman.
>The takedown doesn't work, Hinchcliffe saw it coming and got out of range.
>Shenkman comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Hinchcliffe.
>Shenkman grabs Hinchcliffe and pulls him into a grapple.
>Shenkman is looking to muscle Hinchcliffe back against the cage.
>Shenkman manages it, and controls Hinchcliffe up against the cage.
>Shenkman pins Hinchcliffe up against the cage and controls him for almost a full minute.
>Hinchcliffe wrestles back against Shenkman, not letting him maintain control for any length of time.
>Anthony Ray Shenkman doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Shenkman looks for a trip takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Shenkman would not be denied.
>Shenkman ends up holding a seated Hinchcliffe around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.
>Shenkman starts trying to get Hinchcliffe on his back so that he can gain a better position.
>He does well, and manages to get side control over Hinchcliffe.
>Shenkman attempts an arm triangle.
>Hinchcliffe blocks it.
>Shenkman blocks an attempted sweep.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Shenkman attempts the mount.
>Shenkman shifts to mount.
>Shenkman tries to pound on Hinchcliffe, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Anthony Ray Shenkman looks very, very tired.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1: 29-28 Shenkman.
>Judge #2 gives a score of 29-28 in favour of Shenkman.
>Judge #3: 29-28 Shenkman.
>The winner, by unanimous decision, is Anthony Ray Shenkman!



Mac Fuller (30-6) vs Adam White (7-1)
>There's a takedown attempt from White.
>The takedown is successful, Fuller pulls guard.
>Fuller is controlled against the ground, unable to shift White off of him.
>Time slips away as White successfully keeps Fuller stuck against the ground.
>White tries to pound on Fuller, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Fuller tries to catch White with a punch, but it is not on target.
>Time slips away as White successfully keeps Fuller stuck against the ground.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>White keeps Fuller guessing with a few quick strikes.
>In guard, White throws a couple of punches designed to keep Fuller guessing.
>White deflects a couple of punches that Fuller threw from below.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from White.
>He has the takedown! Fuller pulls guard.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>White looks to pass guard and get side control.
>White is too much for Fuller, passing guard and gaining side control.
>The time runs out on round one.
>Round two begins!
>Between rounds, his corner told Fuller to be aggressive and really let his hands go.
>Fuller counters a body kick by hitting a series of quick, sharp punches.
>White steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>White comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Fuller.
>White grabs Fuller and pulls him into a grapple.
>White attempts to take down Fuller from the grapple.
>The takedown is completed, Fuller is on his back and pulls guard.
>White attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>White is too much for Fuller, passing guard and gaining side control.
>In side control, White begins working to get a mount.
>Fuller tries to sweep from the mount attempt, but gets rolled and gives up his back.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>White fires away with punches, Fuller is getting pounded.
>Fuller is barely able to do anything at all, he cannot get out from under White!
>The referee pulls White away, stopping the match!
>The winner, by TKO; Adam White!
>Official Result: Adam 'Hollywood' White defeats 'The Mean Machine' Mac Fuller (TKO in 3:09 of round 2)




Co-Main Event
Tony McCall (33-11) vs Mugur Boc (9-0)
>Boc tries for a series of strikes but McCall moves out of range.
>Boc comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is successful, McCall pulls guard.
>Boc fires away with big elbows, but McCall keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>McCall throws out some punches, but Boc leans back to avoid them.
>Boc smothers McCall with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Boc tries to pass the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Boc looks to roll McCall slightly and slip behind.
>He rolls McCall over a little...and slips behind to take the back!
>Boc tries to flatten McCall out for a rear naked choke.
>McCall fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
>McCall tries a roll, but doesn't budge Boc.
>Boc pounds away with elbows, and McCall struggles to deal with them.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Boc tries to flatten McCall out for a rear naked choke.
>Boc flattens McCall out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!
>Mugur Boc takes the victory by way of Submission!
>Official Result: 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc defeats Tony 'The Spider' McCall (Submission in 4:27 of round 1)




Main Event
GAMMA Lightweight Championship: Sean Morrison (28-3) (c) vs Li-Kong Ho (21-0)
>Morrison comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Ho.
>Ho finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Ho smothers Morrison when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result.
>Ho, controlling the grapple with Morrison, goes for a takedown.
>Ho doesn't get the takedown, Morrison blocked it.
>Ho attempts to take down Morrison from the grapple.
>Morrison cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Ho smothers Morrison with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Ho starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Ho gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>In side control, Ho begins working to get a mount.
>Morrison rolls to the side to try and escape the mount, but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.
>Ho tries to hook Morrison in a rear naked choke.
>Morrison turtles and defends himself well.
>Ho blocks Morrison as he tries to roll over.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Ho tries to get the hooks in so that Morrison is primed for a rear naked choke.
>The rear naked choke is fully applied, Ho has Morrison flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission, is 'Little Dragon' Li-Kong Ho!
>Official Result: 'Little Dragon' Li-Kong Ho defeats 'The Man With No Nickname' Sean Morrison (Submission in 4:20 of round 1)



Li-Kong Ho falls to his knees in celebration. Morrison begrudgingly shakes his hand and picks him up. The GAMMA Lightweight title now secured around the new king's waist.



Post-Fight Interview Highlights

Boc: (Thick accent) "I though the fight would go longer, but I am happy with win."

McCall: "Like I said, the kid has talent. I wish him nothing but the best in the future."

Morrison: "It doesn't feel right not having my belt but fair play to Ho. He earned the win, but I am letting him know now. I will be back for that title."

Ho: (translated) "This is the best moment of my career so far. I won't let this belt go anytime soon and I would just like to thank GAMMA for the opportunity they gave me."



Fight Of The Night: Mugur Boc vs Tony McCall
Knockout Of The Night: Adam White
Submission Of The Night: Li-Kong Ho

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Prediction Results

MonoNaitch: 6/8 - Very nice score you only failed to correctly predict one fight. This may be the winning score.

Dead_Jester: 7/8 - Awesome score sir! You correctly predicted the outcome of every fight. Had you got the FOTN you would have acheieved the first perfect score in a long time.

Jingo: 6/8 - Great score Jingo and welcome to the dynasty. Had Dead_Jester not produced a near flawless score you could have earned a debut win.

dakydaky: 5/8 - You forgot to predict on FOTN. Apart from that though you still achieved a respectable score.

SeanMcFly: 4/8 - On another night you might have finished higher but alas this was not the case.

Frank_Vest: 6/8 - For the first time in what feels like forever I am saying that you have not won a round! Are you slipping? Having said that it was still a top draw round for you.

BHK1978: 6/8 - Another great score in this round. Maybe next round you can go one better.

edisraw: 7/8 - Better late than never. You come in with a great score edisraw which has earned you a victory point. Had I been only allowed to award one winner it would have been you based on the fact that the Gonzalez/Pizzarro fight was the second best overall.


Round Result
Congratulations Dead_Jester and edisraw, you have won this round.


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 12

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

6th: samuricex = 3

6th: dakydaky = 3

6th: Dead_Jester = 3

6th: edisraw = 3

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

8th: openeye = 1

8th: BHK1978 = 1

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: Jingo = 0

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Hey there readers, just wanted to let you know I will be running a new prediction concept. This new contest will be called "By the End of the Year". Basically what you do is post a prediction for what you think will have happened in this dynasty by the end of 2000. You can make 3 predictions which can involve new signings, new champions, who will fight who, someone who will remain champion, anything. At the end of 2000 I will decide who made the most accurate predictions and will reward them with a point in the prediction totals. I will award 3 points overall. If lots of people predict different things correctly then the most unlikely outcome will win.

For example if one person predicts that Li-Kong Ho will hold the Lightweight title for the rest of the year and another person predicts that Joe Hinchcliffe will go on to win the Heavyweight title and both outcomes happen then obviously the latter prediction will win.......I think that is about it. Have fun!


-London

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GAMMA Breaking News From April 2000

Fighter Signings

Armen "A-Game" Sarkisian (14-1) (Heavyweight)
Imposing European Heavyweight, Armen Sarkisian will no doubt add a lot to the GAMMA Heavyweight division. A very talented fighter who specialises in greco-roman wrestling and even competed in the 1996 Olympics. Having spent a lot of time in SIGMA during his professional MMA career, it should come as no surprise that he did rather well. His recent victory coming over Terron Cabal by TKO was unfortunately followed by a surprise submission defeat at the hands of Stratos Papaioannou. Having suffered his only career loss late last year, Sarkisian decided to head for sunnier climates and will now be competing with the top dogs of GAMMA.


Fiyero Lermontov (12-0) (Lightweight)
This intimidating Russian Lightweight is one of the most feared competitors in all of MMA. Not only is he a well versed fighter, Lermontov also possesses one of the most chilling stares in the game. Seriously, the man could make ice shiver. His recent string of results should tell anybody unfamiliar with his work just what exactly he is capable of. Milenko Rudonja (TKO), Lukas Mellberg (submission), Jake Keane (KO) and Moss Gilbert (TKO). Enough said.


Extended Deals
SportsAsiaCast

Evan Pizzarro
Norman Pike
Joe Hinchcliffe
Callum Henson
Anthony LeToussier
Sean Morrison
Mac Fuller
Tim Boyer
Bruce Steven
Sammy Gaffigan
Colm Dee
Leonardo da Costa
Rodolphe Gygax
Helio
John Rivero
Mark Cohen
Matthew Dean

[MonoNaitch]

By the end of the year:

Hassan Fezzik will sign with GAMMA and win the title within 1/2 match(es).

Julio Reguerio will go on a tear until he fights for and regains the title.

Neil Napier will remain undefeated until Buddy Garner or Matthew Dean become the #1 contender.

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GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (26-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

[d_w_w]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)

[Jingo]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FotN: Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Bogdonovich/Chekhov

[Scottie]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

[BHK1978]

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)

Aleksei is one of my favorite fighters in the game! And well I pretty much hate Jerry because he always sucks for me. Therefore, this is a pretty easy choice.

JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FotN: Jack Humphreys vs Heikichi Shimizu

[Dead_Jester]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FotN: Bogdonovich vs. Chekhov

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GAMMA Breakdown For GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan


GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)
The main event of the evening is one of the two fight series between US and Japanese combatants; with the bonus in this fight being the GAMMA Heavyweight title on the line. Champion James Foster has been utterly devastating whilst defending this title and has left a trail of torn and beaten foes in his wake. No doubt he will want to inflict a beating on Ikuhisa like he did on Raul Hughes back at GAMMA 42. Tamura has been impressive since making his debut it GAMMA last year and has TKO’d both of his opponents (Christopher Sharp and Raul Hughes) and has subsequently earned himself a shot at the GAMMA Heavyweight title. Tamura is the bigger fighter but so was Fatuma Roy when he stood across the cage from Foster so that doesn’t really mean a whole lot. Tamura will need to strike against Foster as the champion is far superior in the wrestling department. Whether or not this will be enough to win is debatable but this will be his best route. One thing is for sure though, the battle of USA and Japan will be settled in this fight.



Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)
The first of the two USA vs Japan contests will take place in the co-main event of the evening when Welterweights Jack Humphreys and Heikichi Shimizu go head to head. The MMA bad boy Humphreys wants to make his way to the summit of the Welterweight division so he can get a second bite of the cherry. Standing in his way is the legendary judoka and undefeated MMA competitor, Heikichi Shimizu. Shimizu has done well in his fledgling MMA career so far and has submitted his two opponents in GAMMA, (Callum Henson and Dana Delaney). However, Jack Humphreys is on an entirely different level and will easily be the toughest fight in Shimizu’s career. If Shimizu can close the distance and implement some judo throws then he could cause a lot of problems for the MMA bad boy. However, if Humphreys can keep the fight standing then there will be no doubt that he can dominate the judoka. Even if the fight hits the floor, Humphreys is no slouch and could still pull off the victory. On the outset it looks as though USA has the advantage going into both international fights



Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
In a way this event could have been titled USA vs the World as this fight features a US native taking on a Russian in the Light Heavyweight division. The people’s champion, Jerry Bogdonovich will be battling Aleksei Chekov with a lot at stake. It has been rumoured that the winner of this fight will get a future title shot at the Light Heavyweight championship. One would expect Chekhov to be the favourite going into this fight as he not only has far more experience; he is also the better versed fighter. Aleksei is even more talented in Jerry Bogdonovich’s bread and butter......the striking department. Chekhov is the more technical striker and it could be argued packs more power. However, one cannot discredit Jerry’s heart and will to win. With a championship title at stake Jerry may shock many and pull off the upset. The loser in this one will most likely end up looking up at the lights.



JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Middleweight competitor, JJ Reid will be hoping to stop his recent slump in form by bouncing back with a solid victory over Joaquim Fontes. Although Reid is on a losing streak you have to look at who he lost to. Unanimous decision losses to Mac Fuller and Patrick Thomas are no shame but they still would be tough to take. Fontes on the other hand will be making his GAMMA debut and will be hoping to start with a bang. Fontes fights a very similar style to Reid and this will either help him or be a hindrance. Based on the fact that the fighters that JJ has lost to have all possessed striking ability, it may not bode too well for Fontes. The winner of this fight will most likely have pulled off a submission. Don’t expect to see too many punching exchanges here.



Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)
Sammy Gaffigan has one hell of a hook which packs the power of a Light Heavyweight. Fortunately or unfortunately (depending which perspective you look from), his opponent Brandon Sugar is quite elusive and is not known for having a weak chin. Sugar will be looking to tie Gaffigan up and limit the striking that he is able to whilst attempting to grapple him to the floor. Sammy will want to blast Sugar with crushing blows and keep away from the ground game. If Gaffigan is to win it will likely come by stoppage (TKO of KO) whereas Sugar will look to ground out a decision. Both of these fighters have impressive records and you have to believe that they are only a couple of wins away from a Lightweight title opportunity so this fight will count for a lot.



Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Christopher Sharp will be looking to restart his climb up the Heavyweight ladder after defeating Guy Broom a few months back. No doubt Sharp will hope for an impressive win over the plodding Marvin Stevens. Sharp will look to stay nimble and pick off Stevens at a distance whilst taking advantage of his superior cardio. However, there is always the chance that if Stevens grabs a hold of him he could smother him to a boring unanimous decision loss. If this were to transpire then Sharp would have to take a serious look at himself and decide if he is ready for this level of competition.



Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)
Debuting MMA prospect, Felix Mattherson Jr will be taking on another young Welterweight in Bruno Epps. If all around ability won every fight, one would assume that Felix would be the favourite, however, all the talent in the world cannot make up for in-cage experience. Epps has been around for a while in comparison to Felix and this might give him the mental edge. Hopefully both youngsters put in good performances regardless of the outcome.

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)

[edisraw]

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

[Dead_Jester]

By the End of the Year Predictions:

1. Morrison vs. Lermontov will headline a ppv with the winner getting a shot at the Lightweight Title.

2. Darin Blood will fall flat as the Welterweight Champion and lose the title on his first defense.

3. Contract negotiations with James Foster will fail and he'll make the leap to ALPHA-1.

[QFresh]

GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)

Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0) (Welterweight)

Main Card
Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3) (Light Heavyweight)
JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1) (Middleweight)
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5) (Lightweight)

Preliminaries
Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3) (Heavyweight)
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Reid vs Fontes

[LoNdOn]

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GAMMA 57: USA vs Japan



Atlantic City, New Jersey
Attendance: 5,276 for a gate of $395,700
Pay-Per-View: 399,090 for revenue of $1,596,360
Saturday of Week 4, April 2000


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YCGtT_FRYg

Song is played during fighter interview highlights.



Voiceover For PPV
Wars have been waged since the dawning of time. Some have been global, whilst others have been for national control. Tonight is no different. The world's top mixed martial arts competitors will do what they do best in the battlefield of GAMMA.....the cage. Who will reign supreme as the best Japan has to offer takes on the homeland heroes of the US. Reigning GAMMA Heavyweight champion, James Foster will look to defend his title against the imposing giant, Ikuhisa Tamura. Will Foster's Olympic wrestling background enable him to ground the challenger, or will Tamura's ever improving striking keep the champion at bay? Can the MMA badboy, Jack Humphreys derail the young MMA career of the legendary judoka, Heikichi Shimizu? These have yet to be decided. Only one thing is for sure, war never changes........



Pre-Fight Press Conference

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/JackHumphreys.gif Humphreys: "I'm not a guy who sugar-coats what I say. Heikichi is not in my league. It's as simple as that. He may have been one of the best ever to compete in judo, but MMA is far from pyjama hugging that Heikichi is used to."

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/HeikichiShimizu.gif Shimizu: (translated) "Humphreys is nothing more than a loudmouth punk! I was looking forward to fighting someone of his calibre, but now I want to embarrass him!"

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/IkuhisaTamura.gif Tamura: (translated) "It is an honour to represent my country in such a high profile fight and I don't plan on letting anybody down. Not my country, not my family, not myself. I will bring back the title."

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/JamesFoster.gif Foster: "A fight like this brings back memories of my Olympic days, you know, representing the country with a lot on the line. It feels good."

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/IkuhisaTamura.gif Tamura: (translated) "I respect Foster. He is a great fighter and a great champion. Having said that, I can still see weaknesses in his game and I plan on exploiting them tonight."

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/JamesFoster.gif Foster: "People have been saying that they can see holes in my game for a long time now and as of yet nobody has proven that these rumours have any truth. I will do what I always do. Impose my will and dominate. USA will win this war!"



The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU



Preliminaries
Bruno Epps (7-4) vs Felix Mattherson Jr (0-0)
>We are underway!
>Mattherson throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Epps.
>He has the takedown! Epps pulls guard.
>Mattherson is trying to pass guard.
>Epps finds his opponent too skilled, and Mattherson passes guard into side control.
>Stuck under side control, Epps takes a hard knee to the ribs!
>Mattherson looks to get a mount.
>He can't get the mount as Epps rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.
>Mattherson attempts a rear naked choke.
>Mattherson gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Epps has to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission, is Felix 'The Daddy' Mattherson Jr!
>Official Result: Felix 'The Daddy' Mattherson Jr defeats 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps (Submission in 2:39 of round 1)



Marvin Stevens (21-11) vs Christopher Sharp (10-3)
>We are underway!
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Sharp, controlling the grapple with Stevens, tries to scoop him up for a slam.
>Stevens defends it well though, and slips away from Sharp.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Stevens avoids a jab.
>Sharp avoids a series of wayward big punches and counters with a sequence of quick punches.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Sharp attacks Stevens with a series of quick jabs.
>Sharp avoids a straight right and hits a stinging jab
>Sharp avoids a punch and scores with a series of quick punches.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Sharp chooses to shoot in on Stevens.
>Stevens sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Sharp down to the ground into a type of turtle position.
>Stevens pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots to the body and side of the head.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>And here we go, round two!
>Between rounds, his corner told Stevens to try and keep it standing in this round.
>Sharp steps back to avoid a jab.
>Sharp counters a jab with a jab.
>Sharp throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Not letting up, Stevens quickly steps in closer to attack Sharp.
>Sharp tries for a jab but Stevens moves out of range.
>Sharp avoids a quick jab and hits a clean jab.
>Sharp avoids a straight right and hits a clean punch.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Sharp glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Not letting Sharp settle at all, Stevens comes in closer.
>Stevens steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches.
>Sharp counters a jab by hitting a jab to the cheek.
>Stevens avoids a jab.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Sharp uses the jab.
>Stevens counters a wayward jab with a barrage of huge punches, knocking Sharp down!
>Sharp recovers his wits quickly, and waits for Stevens to make a move.
>Stevens tries to secure a ground position.
>Sharp tries to get free, but Stevens is able to secure side control.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>And here we go, round three!
>Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Sharp tries to take Stevens down from the grapple.
>Sharp can't get the takedown, Stevens defended it well.
>Sharp attempts to take down Stevens from the grapple.
>Stevens blocks the takedown attempt.
>Sharp gets a couple of ineffective strikes in, but ultimately loses control of the grapple after being caught off-balance.
>Stevens is trying to muscle Sharp up against the cage.
>Stevens manages it, and controls Sharp up against the cage.
>Marvin Stevens doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Stevens tries to hit Sharp with a knee strike, but Sharp takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and Stevens is the one backed against the cage.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Sharp looks for a trip takedown.
>Stevens digs in and manages to defend the takedown.
>With Stevens stuck against the cage, Sharp tries to complete a takedown.
>Stevens keeps his composure, and Sharp cannot get past his takedown defence.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Sharp attempts to wrestle Stevens to the ground.
>Stevens shows stubborn resistance and Sharp cannot complete the takedown.
>Sharp tries to take Stevens down.
>Stevens will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Sharp.
>Marvin Stevens looks very, very tired.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1 has given 29-28 to Sharp.
>Judge #2: 29-28 Stevens.
>Judge #3 scores the match as 29-28 to Stevens.
>'The New Jersey Crusher' Marvin Stevens wins by split decision!



Main Card
Sammy Gaffigan (17-2) vs Brandon Sugar (27-5)
>Sugar comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Gaffigan attempts to avoid Sugar as he shoots in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Gaffigan saw it coming and got out of range.
>Sugar throws a jab but Gaffigan avoids it.
>Gaffigan steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Gaffigan slips out of the way of a leg kick.
>Sugar throws a flurry of punches but Gaffigan steps back and avoids them.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Gaffigan steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Sugar throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Gaffigan attempts to avoid Sugar as he shoots in.
>Sugar doesn't get the takedown, Gaffigan avoided it.
>Gaffigan slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>They come together and strike, but neither can get past the gloves of the other.
>Gaffigan throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>Sugar quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Sugar comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Gaffigan attempts to avoid Sugar as he shoots in.
>Gaffigan avoids the takedown attempt.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Sugar tries for a jab but Gaffigan moves out of range.
>Gaffigan slips out of the way of a jab.
>Moving in closer, Sugar looks like he may want to wrestle Gaffigan.
>Sugar eats a stiff counter punch and almost goes down!
>Gaffigan steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>Gaffigan steps back to avoid a jab.
>Gaffigan avoids a quick jab and hits a hard leg kick.
>Gaffigan avoids a punch and scores with a flurry of quick punches to sting Sugar.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Gaffigan slips out of the way of a leg kick.
>Gaffigan avoids a punch and scores with a flurry of small strikes.
>A straight jab by Gaffigan keeps Sugar from advancing.
>The fight slows as Sugar sits back and allows Gaffigan to circle.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Gaffigan steps back to avoid a jab.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>And here we go, round three!
>It sounded like his corner told Gaffigan to stand with Sugar, but to be careful not to get caught.
>Gaffigan counters a missed punch with a nice jab.
>Gaffigan avoids a body kick.
>Sugar throws a jab but Gaffigan avoids it.
>Gaffigan moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a straight punch.
>Sugar grabs a body kick and goes for the takedown, down goes Gaffigan! He pulls guard though.
>Sugar attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Sugar isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Gaffigan tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Sugar.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Gaffigan is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Sugar off of him.
>Sugar lies on top of Gaffigan, basically smothering him.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>The clock runs down as Gaffigan is being smothered against the ground by Sugar.
>Sugar throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
>The judges' scores are now being announced.
>Judge #1 has given 29-28 to Sugar.
>Judge #2 has given 29-28 to Sugar.
>Judge #3 has scored it 29-28 Sugar.
>Sugar wins by unanimous decision!



JJ Reid (26-4) vs Joaquim Fontes (13-1)
>Fontes circles, looking for an opening.
>Reid doesn't let Fontes settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Reid comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Fontes tries to avoid Reid.
>The takedown is successful, Fontes pulls guard.
>Reid looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Reid attempts to roll Fontes slightly and take his back.
>Fontes is in big trouble as he is forced to give up his back!
>Reid attempts a rear naked choke.
>Fontes turtles and defends himself well.
>Reid blocks Fontes as he tries to roll over.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Reid tries to get the hooks in so that Fontes is primed for a rear naked choke.
>Fontes doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
>Fontes tries to move Reid off his back but can't.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Reid attempts to set up an rear naked choke on Fontes.
>The rear naked choke is fully applied, Reid has Fontes flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
>The winner, by Submission; JJ Reid!
>Official Result: 'The Amazing' JJ Reid defeats Joaquim Fontes (Submission in 4:17 of round 1)



Jerry Bogdonovich (9-1) vs Aleksei Chekhov (22-3)
>A straight punch from Bogdonovich fails to land.
>Not letting Bogdonovich settle at all, Chekhov comes in closer.
>Bogdonovich counters a punch by hitting a clean punch.
>Bogdonovich throws out a quick jab.
>Chekhov quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Chekhov avoids a flurry of punches.
>Chekhov avoids a quick jab and hits a flurry of quick punches to sting Bogdonovich.
>Chekhov avoids a jab and scores with a solid punch.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Bogdonovich circles, looking for an opening.
>Chekhov doesn't let Bogdonovich settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Chekhov slips out of the way of a leg kick.
>Chekhov counters a wayward jab with a jab to the cheek.
>Bogdonovich waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a clean punch.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Bogdonovich counters a flurry of punches by hitting a clean jab.
>Bogdonovich avoids a jab and scores with a nice punch.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Bogdonovich uses a right hook, but misses.
>Not letting up, Chekhov quickly steps in closer to attack Bogdonovich.
>Bogdonovich tries for a jab but Chekhov moves out of range.
>Chekhov slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes.
>Chekhov avoids a flurry of punches.
>Chekhov avoids a flurry of punches.
>A straight punch from Bogdonovich fails to land.
>Chekhov presses in closer to attack.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Chekhov slips out of the way of a body kick.
>A straight punch from Chekhov fails to land.
>Bogdonovich doesn't let Chekhov settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Chekhov avoids a jab and scores with a flurry of quick punches to sting Bogdonovich.
>Chekhov slips out of the way of a jab.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Chekhov avoids a barrage of big punches.
>Bogdonovich circles, looking for an opening.
>Not letting up, Chekhov quickly steps in closer to attack Bogdonovich.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell and round number three begins!
>Bogdonovich tries for a series of strikes but Chekhov moves out of range.
>Chekhov counters a jab by hitting a crisp punch.
>Bogdonovich glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Not letting up, Chekhov quickly steps in closer to attack Bogdonovich.
>Bogdonovich tries for a jab but Chekhov moves out of range.
>Chekhov swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches.
>Chekhov narrowly misses Bogdonovich with an uppercut.
>Not letting Chekhov settle at all, Bogdonovich comes in closer.
>Chekhov avoids a quick jab and hits a sharp body kick.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Chekhov avoids a flurry of punches.
>Chekhov avoids a flurry of punches.
>Chekhov avoids a jab.
>Chekhov steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Chekhov sneaks a glance at his corner.
>Not letting Chekhov settle at all, Bogdonovich comes in closer.
>Chekhov counters a wayward jab with a body kick
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1 has scored it 29-28 Bogdonovich.
>Judge #2 scores the match as 29-28 to Bogdonovich.
>Judge #3: 29-28 Chekhov.
>Making 'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich the winner by split decision!



Co-Main Event
Jack Humphreys (25-4) vs Heikichi Shimizu (3-0)
>And here we go!
>Shimizu shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>The takedown is successful, Humphreys pulls guard.
>Shimizu looks to get past the guard.
>Shimizu isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Humphreys tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Shimizu.
>Shimizu lies on top of Humphreys, basically smothering him.
>The clock runs down as Humphreys is being smothered against the ground by Shimizu.
>Humphreys is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shimizu off of him.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Shimizu starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Humphreys is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Shimizu firmly in guard.
>Humphreys reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
>Humphreys cannot secure the arm.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>Shimizu throws a jab but Humphreys avoids it.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Shimizu side-steps a barrage of big punches and hits a clean punch.
>Humphreys moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a jab to the cheek.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>Round two begins!
>Humphreys slips out of the way of a massive overhand punch.
>Shimizu chooses to try and pull Humphreys down into his guard.
>Shimizu is surprised by a vicious countering uppercut, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Humphreys keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Shimizu steps in closer to force the issue.
>Shimizu shoots in for a takedown.
>He has the takedown! Humphreys pulls guard.
>Shimizu starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Humphreys comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Shimizu in guard.
>Humphreys attempts a triangle choke on Shimizu from the bottom of the guard.
>Humphreys gets the triangle choke, it's in deep and Shimizu is in huge trouble!
>Shimizu lifts Humphreys up while in the triangle...and uses a brutal powerbomb-type move!
>The triangle is broken, Shimizu has left Humphreys down and stunned!
>Humphreys is in trouble as Shimizu dives in quickly, looking to unload with strikes.
>Humphreys grabs Shimizu into half guard as he moves in.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Shimizu attempts to kimura Humphreys from the top of half guard.
>Humphreys stops Shimizu from applying it.
>Humphreys reaches over and tries to lock up an arm.
>Shimizu fends off Humphreys, and doesn't give up an arm.
>Shimizu keeps Humphreys guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Humphreys tries to pull Shimizu into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard.
>Shimizu pulls free before the guillotine can be applied.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Shimizu begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>Humphreys attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard.
>Shimizu pulls free before the guillotine can be applied.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
>Round three begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Shimizu has been instructed to try and get Humphreys to the floor in this round.
>Humphreys sneaks a glance at his corner.
>Not letting up, Shimizu steps in closer to pressure Humphreys into action.
>Shimizu comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is successful, Humphreys pulls guard.
>In guard, Shimizu begins working to pass to side control.
>Humphreys is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Shimizu firmly in guard.
>Humphreys attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom.
>Humphreys can't get the submission from it, but does use it as the basis for a sweep to side control.
>Humphreys stands up and backs off, letting Shimizu stand up as well.
>Humphreys counters a punch by hitting a sequence of quick punches.
>Humphreys avoids a huge punch.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Humphreys narrowly misses Shimizu with an uppercut.
>Shimizu steps in closer to force the issue.
>Moving in closer, Shimizu looks like he may want to wrestle Humphreys.
>Shimizu gets caught out and eats a stiff jab.
>Shimizu throws a flurry of punches but Humphreys steps back and avoids them.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Shimizu throws a barrage of big punches but Humphreys is quick to move out of range.
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1: 30-27 Shimizu.
>Judge #2 has given 29-28 to Shimizu.
>Judge #3: 30-27 Shimizu.
>Shimizu wins by unanimous decision!



Main Event
GAMMA Heavyweight Championship: James Foster (35-4-1) (c) vs Ikuhisa Tamura (22-8)
>Round one begins!
>Tamura steps back to avoid a jab.
>Tamura avoids a jab.
>Foster avoids a straight right and hits a vicious leg kick.
>Foster is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Tamura.
>Seeing an opportunity, Tamura avoids the grapple and goes straight for a takedown, but Foster is equal to it.
>Foster shoots in for a takedown.
>He has the takedown! Tamura pulls guard.
>Foster lies on top of Tamura, basically smothering him.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>In guard, Foster throws a couple of punches designed to keep Tamura guessing.
>Tamura tries to catch Foster with a punch, but it is not on target.
>Foster looks to get past the guard.
>After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Foster throws a few half-hearted punches as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Foster fires away with big punches, but Tamura keeps the half guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Tamura tries to sweep Foster but can't do it.
>The time runs out on round one.
>We are back underway!
>Foster avoids a quick jab and hits a nice sequence of jabs.
>A straight punch from Tamura fails to land.
>The fight slows as Foster sits back and allows Tamura to circle.
>Tamura throws out a quick jab.
>The fight slows as Foster sits back and allows Tamura to circle.
>Foster comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Tamura cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Foster looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Tamura throws out some punches, but Foster leans back to avoid them.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Foster unloads with some big elbows, but Tamura deals with them comfortably.
>Tamura throws out some punches, but Foster leans back to avoid them.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Time slips away as Foster successfully keeps Tamura stuck against the ground.
>Foster begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Tamura finds his opponent too skilled, and Foster passes guard into side control.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>Round three begins!
>Tamura bobs and weaves.
>Foster steps in to put some pressure on.
>Foster looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Tamura sees a chance for a takedown attempt, but Foster is able to defend it.
>Tamura throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>It seems that Foster is happy to let Tamura circle for the moment.
>Tamura circles around Foster.
>Not letting up, Foster steps in closer to pressure Tamura into action.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Moving in closer, Foster looks like he may want to wrestle Tamura.
>Tamura tries to counter with a takedown, but Foster defended it well.
>Tamura bobs and weaves.
>Foster doesn't let Tamura settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Moving in closer, Foster looks like he may want to wrestle Tamura.
>Foster grapples with Tamura, who made no attempt to escape.
>Using his wrestling skills, Foster is trying to push Tamura up against the cage.
>Foster does it, Tamura is stuck with his back to the cage.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Foster looks for a trip takedown.
>Tamura doesn't fight the takedown, he seems content to pull guard.
>Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.
>Round four begins!
>Tamura throws a combination but doesn't do any damage.
>It seems that Foster is happy to let Tamura circle for the moment.
>James Foster doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Foster avoids several big punches and counters with a sequence of quick punches.
>Breathing very hard, Ikuhisa Tamura is looking ragged.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits.
>Tamura circles around Foster.
>Time slips away as Foster doesn't press Tamura, allowing him to circle.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>A speculative waist-high kick by Tamura finds nothing but air.
>It seems that Foster is happy to let Tamura circle for the moment.
>Tamura slams a crisp punch into the gloves of Foster, but can't follow up.
>Time slips away as Foster doesn't press Tamura, allowing him to circle.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Foster side-steps a barrage of big punches and hits a series of quick jabs.
>Tamura slams a crisp punch into the gloves of Foster, but can't follow up.
>Foster doesn't press the issue, allowing Tamura to circle.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round four.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Foster.
>He has the takedown! Tamura pulls guard.
>Foster pounds away from the guard, but Tamura isn't troubled by the strikes.
>James Foster looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Foster blocks Tamura as he tries a sweep from the guard.
>Ikuhisa Tamura seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Foster begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Tamura is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Foster firmly in guard.
>Tamura throws out some punches, but Foster leans back to avoid them.
>Foster tries to pound on Tamura with elbow strikes, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Foster leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Tamura.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Foster begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Tamura tries to sweep Foster but doesn't get anywhere.
>Time slips away as Foster successfully keeps Tamura stuck against the ground.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Tamura steps back to avoid a jab.
>Tamura avoids a straight right and hits a solid jab.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1: 50-45 Foster.
>Judge #2 has scored it 50-45 Foster.
>Judge #3 has given 50-45 to Foster.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The King Of Ground And Pound' James Foster!


Although Foster retained his title, he was taken the full distance by the durable Tamura and this came as somewhat of a surprise to many. Heikichi Shimizu did as he promised, embarrass Humphreys by pulling out a unanimous decision victory in the co-main event and Jerry Bogdonovich pulled off perhaps the upset of the night when he won a split-decision over Aleksei Chekhov. It is debatable as to what was most surprising in this fight, that Jerry Bogdonovich displayed the more effective striking, or that the fight went the full 15 minutes.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/JackHumphreys.gif Humphreys: "I did not put on my est performance and it showed. Had I been anywhere near on top of my game Shimizu would not have lasted the distance."

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/HeikichiShimizu.gif Shimizu: (translated) "Maybe next time Jack will learn to think before he speaks. Most people didn't think I would win tonight and I am pleased to have shown them what I can do. I hope to fight Julio Regueiro next."

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/IkuhisaTamura.gif Tamura: (translated) "I may not have won tonight but I have proved to myself that I can compete at this level. Foster fought hard and deserved the win. I wish him only the best in the future."

http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx252/LoNdOn_BeAsT/GAMMA%20Reignition/JamesFoster.gif Foster: "Tamura is a respectful guy and it is only fitting that I should be humble with regards to him. He fought well and made it difficult for me. But at the end of the day I am still the champion and now I can look forward to future challenges."



Fight Of The Night: Felix Mattherson Jr vs Bruno Epps
Knockout Of The Night: N/A
Submission Of The Night: JJ Reid

[LoNdOn]

Prediction Results

d_w_w: 2/8 - Welcome to the dynasty, it's just a shame about the score. Having said that there were quite a few surprises on this card so I wouldn't worry too much about it. Best of luck in the next round.

Jingo: 2/8 - I can only reiterate hat I said to d_w_w. You predicted the most probable winners (as you should do) and unfortunately the gods of fate decided to flip logic on its ear. Better luck next time.

MonoNaitch: 4/8 -This may very well turn out to be the top score. Considering the strange nature of the card this is a most impressive result.

Scottie: 3/8 - I am very pleased to see somebody predict Jerry Bogdonovich to beat Chekhov. (I actually booked this fight for Chekhov to get a debut win.) Shame you forgot to predict on FOTN it could have tied you for the lead.

BHK1978: 3/8 - Looks like your words have come back to bite you unfortunately and you also forgot to predict on FOTN. Better luck next round.

dakydaky: 3/8 - You fell into the same problems that most faced this round. Hopefully next round will be better for you.

Dead_Jester: 5/8 - Absolutely sensational predicting. By any chance have you got this weeks lottery numbers?

Frank_Vest: 5/8 - He's back. I never should have doubted you.

edisraw: 5/8 - Congratulations. You have made it a three-way tie.

QFresh: 4/8 - Welcome to the dynasty! I have to say I am pleased to see that somebody picked Stevens to pull off the win. I look forward to seeing you predict again.


Round Result
Congratulations Dead_Jester, Frank_Vest and edisraw. You have won this round.


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 13

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

5th: Dead_Jester = 4

5th: edisraw = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

6th: samuricex = 3

6th: dakydaky = 3

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

8th: openeye = 1

8th: BHK1978 = 1

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: Jingo = 0

9th: d_w_w = 0

9th: QFresh = 0

[LoNdOn]

Hi readers. I was just wondering if there would be any interest in me restarting the roundtable. If so can I count on people participating with their thoughts on the fights like we used to? Let me know if you would. All the best.

-London

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA Breaking News From May 2000

New Signings

Hiro Arai (11-1) (Heavyweight)
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To further cement their desire to add the best fighters in the world into their organisation, GAMMA have sought to expand their Heavyweight division with two big international signings. Hiro Arai is one of the more promising young fighters to emerge from Japan in quite some time, the last Heavyweight Japanese prospect that comes to mind is the quasi-legendary Kunimichi Kikuchi who ironically is the only man to have defeated Arai. Apart from this loss in ALPHA-1, Hiro Arai has put away some very tough opponents whilst fighting in his homeland including wins over Chuck Dooley (submission), Leon Banks (TKO), Randall Donnelly (unanimous decision) and Khru Duangjan (TKO). An exciting striker, Hiro Arai also possesses some slick jiu-jitsu skills and will undoubtedly present problems to anybody he faces in the Heavyweight division.



Rav Kapur (10-0) (Heavyweight)
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Undefeated Heavyweight MMA competitor, Rav Kapur has had great success in his native England and the BCF organisation where he held their Heavyweight title having successfully defended it for the first time in his last outing. This powerful kickboxer has more than a little sting in his strikes and can knock anybody out should he land a clean punch. His undefeated run in BCF saw him defeat Daniel Hornsby (unanimous decision), Gary McSweegan (TKO), Stan Blackheath (KO) and Kevin Portman (TKO). Not one of these fights was a sloppy performance and this endeared him to the British and European audiences. Now the big man makes his way to the big leagues and will hope he can keep his undefeated record for a while longer.


Extended Deals
Fjodor Kanchelskis
Ikuhisa Tamura
Heikichi Shimizu

[Bull]

Hi readers. I was just wondering if there would be any interest in me restarting the roundtable. If so can I count on people participating with their thoughts on the fights like we used to? Let me know if you would. All the best.

-London

I would try and participate if you were to restart it, but I don't know if I could do all of them, since school is getting ready to start, it'll probably occupy most of my time.

[LoNdOn]

I would try and participate if you were to restart it, but I don't know if I could do all of them, since school is getting ready to start, it'll probably occupy most of my time.

Good to know. If anybody else is interested just let me know.


On a side note the rankings have been updated on the front page.

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)


For those who do want to participate in the roundtable discussion, PM me your thoughts on the fights and I will add them to the debate.

[BHK1978]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

[SeanMcFly]

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN - Aldez vs Watson

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Watson vs Aldez

[edisraw]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

[Bull]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Watson vs. Aldez

[d_w_w]

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)

[Scottie]

Good couple of signings. Arai is a big name (though I've never used him) while Kapur is an absolute beast. Looking forward to seeing the big man in action.

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)
Watson is a star, but is prone to losing matches he shouldn't. Then again, he really shouldn't lose this fight, so I will back him.

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)
Tough match to call here. Both are very good fighters, but Boniek would take him in his prime. I suspect, though, that Boniek is in the same boat as Aldez at the moment and isn't at his best so Peltonen will hopefully pull out a big win for himself. Love the Finn-isher.

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

These all look like pretty easy fights to predict. Gorshin always collapses in a heap for me and will most likely get subbed out by Mellberg, Mack is a title contender and feeding Ratcliffe to him is just cruel. Expecting a sub or a dominant decision win there. Less confident about the opener, but the Spew Monkey should have enough in him to see off Kane.

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Could go either way, but Kitson should have just enough about him to beat an inconsistent South. I'm not too confident about this, though.

Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)
Aldarisio is young, but is a beast and should account for Dee comfortably.

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)

[Dead_Jester]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FotN: Aldarisio vs. Dee

[Jingo]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 58: The KO Kid

Full Card
Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

FOTN: Watson/Aldez

[LoNdOn]

Countdown To GAMMA 58: The KO Kid


Bellfort: Hello everybody and welcome once again to The Countdown. We have a great PPV on the horizon and myself and today's guests are positively chomping at the bit to get our teeth around the fights. My guests include a man who has been involved with GAMMA since the very beginning, SeanMcFly and popular MMA pundit Bull, who will both be sharing their thoughts about the upcoming GAMMA card. Lets not waste anymore time and get stuck in with the main event.



GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)

SeanMcFly: I believe that Aldez is one of the greatest international talents out there, and against Watson, I'd expect him to use his Knees and Elbows and Muay Thai prowess to win the match. I'm calling Aldez via TKO.

Bull: Aldez has good Muay Tai but I think Watson is quick enough to stay out of the clinch. If it makes it to the later rounds Aldez stands a better chance but I still see Watson getting the win here.

Bellfort: You have to side with the champion in this one. Watson is the better striker in my opinion based on his power alone and should make Aldez pay. Having said that, I'm not blind to Aldez's talents, I just think he is overmatched in this one and is likely to end up losing by TKO or KO.


Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)

Bellfort: I like both of these heavyweights and I can see a lot of similarities between the two which makes this a very tough fight to call. Gun to my head I would probably have to side with Boniek even though he is coming off a loss I believe he will have too much for Peltonen on the night.

Bull: A battle between two Sambo fighters here. Boniek has some more fight experience, and in my opinion is the more talented Sambo practitioner so I see Boniek winning this one.

SeanMcFly: Peltonen is a future champion in my opinion, and Boniek is just another bump in the road. Boniek is a solid Grappler, nonetheless, but I believe that Peltonen will take this via Decision.


Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)

SeanMcFly: Beau's time has gone by, and Lukas is the future of the Lightweight Division in my opinion, I see him taking this by Submission.

Bellfort: You simply cannot underestimate Gorshin. Yes he may be older than many fighters today, but he is still one of the top fighters in the lightweight division. Lukas Mellberg is still untested on the big stage and I think this will prove costly in the end. I see Gorshin winning by decision.

Bull: Beau might be getting up there in the age department but I think he still has some gas in the tank. Even if Mellberg manages to take this fight to the ground he is gonna have a hard time trying to submit Gorshin. I see The Madman winning this one, although it may not be the prettiest victory of his career.


Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)

Bull: No matter where this fight goes I just don't see a victory in Ratcliffe's future. Petey Mack is just so much more talented, its more difficult to pick how he's going to win, rather than who! If Mack decides to give the fans a show look for a GnP win, but honestly I see him grinding out a decision.

Bellfort: I think Petey Mack will blast Ratcliffe into next week. The Mack Attack is a devastating striker much like Mike Watson, however Petey Mack also posesses an ever improving groundgame. Whilst Carl Ratcliffe always has the potential to upset the applecart you have to believe that Petey will get a GAMMA debut win.

SeanMcFly: Petey's a very solid fighter, and I'd expect him to use his versatility to stop Carl rather quickly. I see him taking this by TKO.


Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)

SeanMcFly: Kenneth has a future ahead of him, however, I hope that Kane uses his striking ability to Knock him out, and rise towards the top of the division. I believe that Kane will take this via KO.

Bellfort: Will Kane does have some striking accumen but this alone will not be enough to best Toadspew on the night. Toadspew will win this fight and I think he may win via a stoppage.

Bull: This one could go a bunch of different ways. If Ken takes it to the ground don't look for Will to last long, but, if Kane can keep it standing long enough, he just might be able to catch Toadspew with a shot that will shut down The Spew Monkey.


Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)

Bull: Not much to say here. South is a scrapper but Kitson is the more well rounded fighter. Unless there is an upset, and we all know there could be, I see Kitson winning this one easily.

Bellfort: Agreed. I too feel that Kitson brings more to the table than South and this will enable him to win in every department of this fight. However, based on previous cards an upset cannot be ruled out.


Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)

Bellfort: Although I believe Aldarisio will win I am still unsure if he will be able to hang with some of the better and more experienced MMA competitors in the division. However, Dee is not a welterweight fighter and Aldarisio will pound out the victory.

Bull: I see this one being pretty one sided. Dee has good takedown defense, but in all honesty, he is a lightweight fighter who has no business competing in the welterweight division. He is coming in undersized when compared to Aldarisio and I think that is going to greatly hinder his chances of winning this fight. Look for Aldarisio to do what he does best and GnP his way to a victory.



Bellfort: Well that about wraps up this edition of The Countdown. Thanks go to my guests for the evening, SeanMcFly and Bull who graced us with their thoughts on GAMMA 57. I have been Tom Bellfort and I will see you cageside!

[LoNdOn]

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GAMMA 58: The KO Kid



Las Vegas, Nevada
Attendance: 6,879 for a gate of $412,740
Pay-Per-View: 527,850 for revenue of $2,111,400
Saturday of Week 4, May 2000


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Song is played during fighter interview highlights.



Voiceover For PPV
Defending Light Heavyweight champion Mike Watson is one of the most feared strikers in all of MMA. A man whose hands are so powerful he can knock anybody clean out with just one punch. Tonight will be his biggest test so far when he stands accross the cage from veteran Light Heavyweight, Roberto Aldez. The Sniper is famed for having the most accurate striking in the sport and has used these skills to breakdown many an opponent. Tonight we will see who has the superior stand-up and that individual will most likely leave their opponent flat on their back. Can the Calgary Assassin, The KO Kid strike again or will the assassin be shot down before his title reign gets momentum? We find out tonight in the cage.



Pre-Fight Interview Highlights

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Boniek: (translated) "I was disappointed with my first fight here in GAMMA. I am much better than what I showed. Tonight is going to be a chance at redemption for me and I can go fight for the title next."

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Peltonen: (thick Finnish accent) "I have fought well here in the US and I look forward to my fight with Boniek. When I win this fight I will deserve a title shot against Foster."

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Aldez: (Slight Portugese accent) "I have trained for this fight like no other in my career. I am ready to strike with Watson and show that I am the better fighter."

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Watson: "I don't think Aldez is dumb enough to try and stand with me and trade blows. I am anticipating him wanting to close the distance and throw knees and elbows."

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Aldez: "I think that Watson shoud e more concerned with what he wants to do instead of focusing on what I am doing, otherwise he is already fighting my kind of fight."

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Watson: "Oh, I know exactly what I am going to do. Throw leather until he drops and then leave as the champion once again."


The PPV opens with fight highlights from previous events that include those on the card tonight. As footage is played, the GAMMA theme is played in the background.

GAMMA Theme- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsgLyja9dWU



Preliminaries
Josh Aldarisio (2-0) vs Colm Dee (14-3) (Welterweight)
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Aldarisio avoids a punch and scores with a flurry of quick punches to sting Dee.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Aldarisio throws a leg kick but Dee avoids it.
>Dee counters a flurry of punches with a jab to the cheek.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Dee avoids a low kick.
>Aldarisio counters a leg kick by grabbing it and attempting a takedown, and gets it! Dee pulls guard.
>In guard, Aldarisio begins working to pass to side control.
>He passes the guard well, gaining side control.
>Aldarisio looks to get a mount.
>Aldarisio shows his ground skills and slips to mount.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Aldarisio fires away with elbows, but Dee deals with them fairly well.
>Dee has a large gash above his eye from that strike.
>Aldarisio pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Aldarisio tries to lock Dee in an armbar.
>Dee defends himself well.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>Bleeding, Dee is attended to by the cut man between rounds.
>Round two begins!
>Between rounds, his corner told Aldarisio to watch for strikes but to be aware of takedown opportunities.
>Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Aldarisio, controlling the grapple with Dee, goes for a takedown.
>Aldarisio gets the takedown! Dee pulls guard.
>Aldarisio pounds away on Dee, but few of the shots lands clean.
>Aldarisio deflects a couple of punches that Dee threw from below.
>Aldarisio fires away with elbows, but Dee deals with them fairly well.
>Dee throws out some punches, but Aldarisio leans back to avoid them.
>The clock runs down as Dee is being smothered against the ground by Aldarisio.
>Aldarisio smothers Dee with his body by pushing forward and down.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Aldarisio pounds away on Dee, but few of the shots lands clean.
>Dee tries to pull Aldarisio in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Aldarisio pounds away from the guard with elbows, but is unable to land many clean shots on Dee.
>Dee tries to pull Aldarisio in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
>Dee avoids a jab.
>Aldarisio throws a jab but Dee avoids it.
>Dee counters a jab by hitting a jab.
>Round two ends as time expires.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Aldarisio throws a flurry of punches but Dee steps back and avoids them.
>A straight punch from Aldarisio fails to land.
>Dee presses in closer to attack.
>Dee counters a jab by hitting a jab to the cheek.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>Dee moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits several big punches, putting Aldarisio down, dazed!
>Aldarisio shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert.
>Apparently unwilling to engage, Dee lets his opponent stand back up.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Dee is on his back and pulls guard.
>Aldarisio attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Aldarisio gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>Aldarisio hits a knee strike to the ribs.
>Aldarisio looks to get a mount.
>He is too good for Dee, and has mount.
>Josh Aldarisio is breathing very hard.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Aldarisio pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Aldarisio unloads with big elbows from the mount, but Dee is able to deal with most of them.
>It looks like Dee has been cut above the eye by that strike.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Dee.
>The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.
>Judge #1: 30-27 Aldarisio.
>Judge #2 has given 30-27 to Aldarisio.
>Judge #3: 30-27 Aldarisio.
>Making Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio the winner by unanimous decision!




Derek South (14-4) vs Curt Kitson (21-4) (Light Heavyweight)
>Kitson throws a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>South saw the takedown coming, he tries to grab a guillotine.
>Kitson gets the takedown! South pulls guard.
>Kitson starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Kitson blocks an attempted sweep.
>Kitson looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>From the bottom, South connects with two wicked elbow strikes to the top of the head.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Kitson fires away with big elbows, but South keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Kitson deflects a couple of punches that South threw from below.
>Kitson smothers South with his body by pushing forward and down.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Kitson shoots in for a takedown.
>Kitson doesn't get the takedown, South was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>South attempts to take down Kitson from the grapple.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Kitson blocked South.
>South, controlling the grapple with Kitson, goes for a takedown.
>Kitson blocks the takedown attempt.
>South attempts to take down Kitson from the grapple.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Kitson blocked South.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>Round two begins!
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from South.
>South doesn't get the takedown, Kitson was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch.
>Kitson looks for a judo toss from the grapple.
>South stops the attempted judo toss, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.
>From the grapple, South tries to pick Kitson up on his shoulder for a slam.
>South gets it! Kitson manages to pull guard upon impact.
>South throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>South fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>South gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.
>South throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>South fires away with big elbows, but Kitson keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Derek South doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Kitson tries to sweep South but doesn't get anywhere.
>South fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>Kitson attempts to secure an arm.
>A kimura attempt almost catches South, but Kitson eventually has to settle for using it to sweep to side control.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Kitson attempts to roll South slightly and take his back.
>He rolls South over a little...and slips behind to take the back!
>Kitson tries to set up South for an armbar.
>South gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!
>The winner, by Submission; Curt Kitson!
>Official Result: 'The Bad Element' Curt Kitson defeats Derek 'Smash Mouth' South (Submission in 4:59 of round 2)




Main Card
Kenneth Toadspew (13-2) vs Will Kane (16-6) (Welterweight)
>Toadspew chooses to shoot in on Kane.
>The takedown is successful, Kane pulls guard.
>The clock runs down as Kane is being smothered against the ground by Toadspew.
>In guard, Toadspew begins working to pass to side control.
>Toadspew gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
>Toadspew tries to get into the mount position.
>He does it, and has the mount on Kane.
>Toadspew attempts to set up an armbar on Kane from the mount.
>The armbar is fully applied, Kane has no option but to tap out!
>'The Spew Monkey' Kenneth Toadspew takes the win by Submission!
>Official Result: 'The Spew Monkey' Kenneth Toadspew defeats 'Citizen Pain' Will Kane (Submission in 2:43 of round 1)




Carl Ratcliffe (17-6) vs Petey Mack (15-2) (Middleweight)
>Mack looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Ratcliffe ends up grappling for supremacy with Mack.
>Mack tries to get Ratcliffe into a Muay Thai clinch.
>He has it hooked, Ratcliffe needs to find a way out quickly.
>Ratcliffe blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.
>Ratcliffe tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.
>Ratcliffe tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.
>Mack misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Mack misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.
>Mack tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Ratcliffe isn't able to get free of the clinch either.
>Mack misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Using the clinch, Mack blasts Ratcliffe with a powerful knee to the body!
>Using the clinch, Mack blasts Ratcliffe with a powerful knee to the body!
>Ratcliffe blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Ratcliffe slips out of the way of a head kick.
>Ratcliffe counters a jab by hitting a high kick that catches Mack on the side of the head, knocking him down!
>Mack is in trouble as Ratcliffe dives in quickly, looking to unload with strikes.
>Down comes the punches! Mack, tenacity personified, refuses to be beaten and somehow survives the onslaught!
>Ratcliffe winds up in side control.
>Ratcliffe relinquishes side control, stands and backs off, wanting the fight to continue standing.
>Ratcliffe throws out a quick jab.
>Mack seems to be waiting for Ratcliffe to make a move.
>Ratcliffe circles as he plans his next move.
>Not letting up, Mack quickly steps in closer to attack Ratcliffe.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Mack throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Ratcliffe.
>To counter, Ratcliffe throws a huge strike which doesn't miss by much.
>Mack throws a kick to the body but Ratcliffe avoids it.
>Mack avoids a huge head kick and shoots in fast for a takedown, and gets it! Ratcliffe has to pull guard.
>Mack is trying to pass guard.
>He passes the guard well, gaining side control.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Mack begins trying to get himself into mount.
>Mack shifts to mount.
>Mack pounds away from the mount, Ratcliffe is barely able to offer any defence at all!
>The referee is forced to jump in and stop the match!
>Petey Mack takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: 'The Mack Attack' Petey Mack defeats 'Mr. Awesome' Carl Ratcliffe (TKO in 4:55 of round 2)




Beau Gorshin (38-10) vs Lukas Mellberg (18-3) (Lightweight)
>A quick one-two combination from Mellberg only finds gloves.
>Gorshin seems to be waiting for Mellberg to make a move.
>Mellberg comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Mellberg doesn't get the takedown, Gorshin was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch.
>Gorshin is looking to muscle Mellberg back against the cage.
>Gorshin achieves it, pinning Mellberg to the cage.
>Gorshin breaks the grapple and prepares to launch some strikes at Mellberg.
>Mellberg throws a jab but Gorshin avoids it.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Mellberg chooses to shoot in on Gorshin.
>Gorshin attempts to avoid Mellberg as he shoots in.
>Mellberg drives forward and gets the takedown! Gorshin couldn't quite stop it.
>Gorshin ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Mellberg, with his back pressed against the cage.
>Time slips away as Mellberg successfully keeps Gorshin stuck against the cage wall.
>Mellberg begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.
>Gorshin doesn't let Mellberg get the mount, and so he remains at side control.
>Mellberg blocks Gorshin as he tries a sweep.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Mellberg smothers Gorshin up against the cage wall.
>Mellberg begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.
>He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>Round two begins!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Gorshin has been instructed to avoid getting taken down at all costs.
>Gorshin waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a solid jab.
>Mellberg avoids a quick jab and hits a punch.
>There's a takedown attempt from Mellberg.
>Gorshin tries to avoid Mellberg.
>Gorshin cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>In guard, Mellberg throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gorshin guessing.
>Mellberg throws a few punches, but they appear to be more of a prelude to something bigger.
>Gorshin is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mellberg off of him.
>In guard, Mellberg begins working to pass to side control.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Gorshin tries to catch Mellberg with a punch, but it is not on target.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Mellberg begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Mellberg isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Gorshin tries to pull Mellberg in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>Moving in closer, Gorshin looks like he may want to wrestle Mellberg.
>Mellberg ends up grappling for supremacy with Gorshin.
>The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Gorshin counters a jab by hitting a solid punch.
>Gorshin avoids a quick jab and hits a jab to the cheek.
>Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
>We are back underway!
>Mellberg throws a jab but Gorshin avoids it.
>Backing out of range, Gorshin circles tentatively.
>Mellberg comes in closer to press the issue.
>Mellberg counters a jab with a flurry of quick punches to sting Gorshin.
>Mellberg avoids a barrage of punches and hits a quick series of punches.
>Mellberg avoids a quick jab and hits a jab to the cheek.
>Mellberg hits Gorshin with a flurry of jabs and straight punches.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Mellberg side-steps a barrage of big punches and hits a solid punch.
>Gorshin steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches.
>Mellberg avoids a quick jab and hits a clean punch.
>Mellberg uses a combination of three punches to get Gorshin to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>The takedown is stuffed, so Mellberg has to go to settle for pushing Gorshin up against the cage.
>With Gorshin stuck against the cage, Mellberg tries to complete a takedown.
>He has the takedown! Gorshin pulls guard.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Mellberg begins trying to pass the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Gorshin tries a sweep from the guard.
>Gorshin sweeps Mellberg over, breaking guard, and they both end up scrambling back to their feet.
>The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
>Here come the official scores.
>Judge #1: 30-27 Mellberg.
>Judge #2 has given 30-27 to Mellberg.
>Judge #3: 29-28 Mellberg.
>Mellberg wins by unanimous decision!




Co-Main Event
Ari Peltonen (25-7) vs Grzegorz Boniek (36-5) (Heavyweight)
>Moving in closer, Boniek looks like he may want to wrestle Peltonen.
>Peltonen finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Boniek is trying to muscle Peltonen up against the cage.
>Boniek achieves it, pinning Peltonen to the cage.
>Boniek tries to keep Peltonen up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Peltonen reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Boniek waits for Peltonen to throw an elbow, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Peltonen now has his back to the cage.
>Boniek easily keeps Peltonen up against the cage with wrestling, getting move than a minute of solid control.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
>Boniek counters a jab with a straight punch.
>Peltonen counters a flurry of punches with a jab to the cheek.
>Peltonen hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Boniek steps in to put some pressure on.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Boniek comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Peltonen.
>Peltonen uses movement to keep out reach, meaning Boniek cannot get close enough to grapple.
>Peltonen switches stances, throws a speculative punch, then switches right back again.
>Not letting Peltonen settle at all, Boniek comes in closer.
>Round one ends as time expires.
>And here we go, round two!
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Boniek counters a punch by hitting a jab to the cheek.
>Boniek looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Peltonen uses movement to keep out reach, meaning Boniek cannot get close enough to grapple.
>Boniek looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Peltonen.
>He pulls Peltonen into a grapple.
>Boniek tries to wrestle Peltonen backward and up against the cage.
>Boniek manages it, and controls Peltonen up against the cage.
>Peltonen is controlled up against the cage for over a minute, completely unable to break free.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Boniek easily keeps Peltonen up against the cage with wrestling, getting move than a minute of solid control.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
>Boniek looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>He pulls Peltonen into a grapple.
>Boniek is trying to muscle Peltonen up against the cage.
>Peltonen ends up backed against the cage.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round two.
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Boniek is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Peltonen.
>Not keen on wrestling Boniek, Peltonen uses movement to keep out of reach.
>Boniek is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Peltonen.
>Boniek cannot get close enough to the elusive Peltonen to grapple.
>Peltonen misses with a punch.
>Time slips away as Boniek doesn't press Peltonen, allowing him to circle.
>Ari Peltonen looks very tired out there.
>Moving in closer, Boniek looks like he may want to wrestle Peltonen.
>Peltonen ends up grappling for supremacy with Boniek.
>Grzegorz Boniek looks very tired out there.
>Using his wrestling skills, Boniek is trying to push Peltonen up against the cage.
>Boniek manages it, and controls Peltonen up against the cage.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Boniek pins Peltonen up against the cage and easily controls him for well over a minute.
>Boniek tries dirty boxing, but Peltonen out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Peltonen tries some dirty boxing, but Boniek wrestles his way out of trouble and manages to turn it around so that Peltonen ends up backed against the cage instead.
>Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
>Peltonen throws out a quick jab.
>Boniek seems to be waiting for Peltonen to make a move.
>Grzegorz Boniek looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
>The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.
>Judge #1 has scored it 30-27 Boniek.
>Judge #2 has scored it 30-27 Boniek.
>Judge #3: 30-27 Boniek.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Polish Power' Grzegorz Boniek!



Main Event
GAMMA Light Heavyweight Championship: Mike Watson (12-0) (c) vs Roberto Aldez (44-7)
>The fight begins!
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Aldez.
>Watson sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Aldez down to the ground into a type of turtle position.
>Watson fires away with punches, and Aldez is stung by several big shots to the side of the head.
>Watson pounds away on Aldez, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process.
>Watson pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots to the body and side of the head.
>Watson pounds away with punches, but Aldez absorbs them and manages to stand back up.
>Watson counters a wayward jab with a flurry of small strikes.
>Aldez counters a jab with a kick to the inside of the leg.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Aldez counters a flurry of punches with a kick to the side of the ribs.
>Watson avoids a quick jab and hits a solid jab.
>Aldez counters a punch by hitting a kick to the inside of the leg.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Aldez throws a flurry of punches but Watson steps back and avoids them.
>Aldez counters a missed punch with a kick to the ribs.
>The time runs out on round one.
>And here we go, round two!
>Between rounds, his corner told Aldez to be aggressive and really let his hands go.
>A speculative waist-high kick by Aldez finds nothing but air.
>Time slips away as Watson doesn't press Aldez, allowing him to circle.
>Aldez glances a right hand strike off the side of the left shoulder.
>Not letting Aldez settle, Watson moves in closer.
>Aldez throws a jab but Watson avoids it.
>Aldez counters a punch by hitting a sudden head kick, Watson is knocked out!
>Roberto Aldez takes the victory by way of Knock Out!
>Official Result: Roberto 'The Sniper' Aldez defeats 'The Calgary Assassin' Mike Watson (Knock Out in 2:11 of round 2)



Roberto Aldez has inflicted the first career loss on Mike Watson's record and in doing so has won the GAMMA Light Heavyweight championship. Aldez has finally won a title and is more than deserving of this honour. The KO Kid is down, now we have to see if he can get back up.


Post-Fight Interview Highlights

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Peltonen: (thick Finnish accent) "Boniek was the better man tonight and I guess I will have to get a few more wins before I get my title shot."

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Boniek: (translated) "I am happy to get the win and I now feel I am ready for a Heavyweight title shot."

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Watson: "I fell devastated. I thought I would knock him out before he could get any effective offence in. Now I have to rethink my fighting strategies and come back better than ever."

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Aldez: (Slight Portugese accent) "This is what I have worked for my entire career and now I finally have acheived my dream. I want to thank Mike for a great fight and I hope that he can someday get a rematch. But for now I am just overjoyed."



Fight Of The Night: Petey Mack vs Carl Ratcliffe
Knockout Of The Night: Roberto Aldez
Submission Of The Night: Kenneth Toadspew

[Bull]

Thought Watson had a better chin than that, and I totally forgot Aldez had Good Kicks until I checked. Aldez is better than I usually give him credit for, but I though for sure he would have to get the Tai clinch to win.

Really expected Gorshin to win but I suppose he is a bit further past his prime than I originally thought.

I guess I should have Swapped my roundtable speech for Petey Mack and Josh Aldarisio since Mack did what I thought Aldarisio would do, and vice versa. lol.

[LoNdOn]

Prediction Results

BHK1978: 5/8 - Good score there. Based on the fact that I haven't checked the other scores thus far, I think it is fair to say that this will be one of the top scores (judging by one fight in particular ending as it did).

SeanMcFly: 5/8 - I have to say that I am very impressed that you picked Aldez over Watson. I can't say I would have done the same. Good predicting.

dakydaky: 5/8 - Another solid score from you sir. At present it looks as though 5/8 may be the top score.

edisraw: 5/8 - I am getting slightly concerned by everybody getting this result. All the predictees may get a winning point this round.

Bull: 5/8 - Oh dear, oh dear, oh dear..........Nice going though.

d_w_w: 6/8 - Thank goodness for you sir. You edged the lead by a thread and you predicted the main event upset. Awesome, just awesome.

Scottie: 5/8 - A very nice score like everybody else. I wasn't too sure if your comments were intended for the roundtable of if they were just general opinions. If they were for the former I apologise. If you do want to participate in future roundtables just send me your thoughts via PM.

Frank_Vest: 6/8 - How you keep winning I have no idea, but I would be doing you a disservice if I didn't admit that I am impressed by your predicting skills.

Dead_Jester: 4/8 - Sadly for you this is the lowest score of the round, but is nonetheless still a respectable total. Better luck in future rounds.

Jingo: 5/8 - Had you predicted on FOTN you may have tied for the lead. Solid predicting otherwise.

MonoNaitch: 5/8 - Another good score sees you just miss out on winning this prediction round. Nice predicting.


Round Result
Congratulations d_w_w and Frank_Vest, you have won this round.


Overall

1st: Frank_Vest = 14

2nd: RennikKain076 = 8

3rd: RBM1 = 7

4th: Bull = 6

5th: pauls07 = 4

5th: Dead_Jester = 4

5th: edisraw = 4

6th: bitlos = 3

6th: MonoNaitch = 3

6th: samuricex = 3

6th: dakydaky = 3

7th: Devil_Bingo = 2

7th: SeanMcFly = 2

8th: Zeel1 = 1

8th: mmaaddict = 1

8th: Blackman = 1

8th: openeye = 1

8th: BHK1978 = 1

8th: d_w_w = 1

9th: Astyn = 0

9th: AdamS = 0

9th: Scottie = 0

9th: TheDeanOfWhipedCream = 0

9th: falling_star = 0

9th: DJ_Onni = 0

9th: Jingo = 0

9th: QFresh = 0

[LoNdOn]

Thought Watson had a better chin than that, and I totally forgot Aldez had Good Kicks until I checked. Aldez is better than I usually give him credit for, but I though for sure he would have to get the Tai clinch to win.

Really expected Gorshin to win but I suppose he is a bit further past his prime than I originally thought.

I guess I should have Swapped my roundtable speech for Petey Mack and Josh Aldarisio since Mack did what I thought Aldarisio would do, and vice versa. lol.

I did not believe that Aldez would beat Watson either. For whatever reason this dynasty is loving upsets. Just look at Darin Blood and Julio Regueiro.

On a side note, the rankings have been updated on the first page.

[LoNdOn]

GAMMA Breaking News From June 2000

New Signings


Lubos Plasil (10-1) (Lightweight)

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Natural Lightweight fighter Lubos Plasil has had a very promising career thus far in the SIGMA promotion beating several top fighters in their Featherweight division. Some of his victories include Paulo Roberto Bazerra (submission), Jeremy Sproule (TKO), Alvaro Negredo (submission) and Truck Gleeson (TKO). His one and only career loss coming at the hands of Jake Keane in his last outing where he was dominating the fight only to be caught by a late submission in the final round. This former instructor of Russian Combat Sambo has already shown great progress in his career and looks to continue his great run of performances and potentially build a legacy in the GAMMA organisation.




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[LoNdOn]

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Bugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)
Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)


For those who want to participate in the roundtable send me your thoughts on the fights by PM. Good luck predicting.

[Bull]

I did not believe that Aldez would beat Watson either. For whatever reason this dynasty is loving upsets. Just look at Darin Blood and Julio Regueiro.

On a side note, the rankings have been updated on the first page.

Blood beating Regueiro I don't really consider and upset since it happens pretty frequently in my games. The real problem lies with Blood being motivated for his fights. If you manage not to get the virus or bad camp notes, Blood can be a monster.

Any way on to predictions.

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Mugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)
Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: LeToussier vs. Smit

[MonoNaitch]

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Mugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)
Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Takeuchi/Basora

[BHK1978]

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Bugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)

As much as I hate to pick against my favorite fighter from the first game. I have had Hilton lose to Steven far to often in my game.

Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: LeToussier vs. Smit

[dakydaky]

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Bugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)
Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)

[Frank_Vest]

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Tough one, but I am feeling "Strange"

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Mugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)
Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

[Dead_Jester]

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Mugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)
Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)

FotN: Hilton vs. Steven

[d_w_w]

GAMMA 59: Strange Encounter

Full Card

Main Event
GAMMA Middleweight Championship: Neil Napier (18-0) (c) vs Stuart Strange (12-1)

Co-Main Event
Tank Manu'a (20-5) vs Bugur Boc (10-0) (Heavyweight)

Main Card
Bruce Steven (21-3) vs Luke Hilton (10-0) (Lightweight)
Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)
Tomohiro Takeuchi (18-4) vs Alberto Basora (15-5) (Welterweight)

Preliminaries
Simon Vine (19-7) vs Jim Carpenter (52-9-2) (Welterweight)
Cory Brewer (7-4) vs Tarcisio Dantas (6-0) (Lightweight)

FOTN: Anthony LeToussier (14-4) vs Faas Smit (37-15) (Light Heavyweight)