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Under new ownership. JDCruz Lakay, has renamed the org Unleash Fighting Championship and the first event under him takes place may 10th in Tokyo at Hayashi’s Lounge. Let’s take a look at the event.
Ed “La Crotch” Fazio (1-2) vs. Toyoki “TK” Kawamura (1-1) 205lbs
Fazio sports a well-rounded skill set with his wrestling being his strength and a blue belt to boot. He can stand but against a white belt in Kawamura I expect Fazio to use his wrestling to get him down. Kawamura is a Muay Thai expert but very little other skills. It is feasible that Kawamura get a clinch or finds his range but the safe bet is to assume Fazio will out-grapple for the victory whether by a sub or ground and pound I expect a finish.
Big Boss (1-1) vs. Yuri “Karate Kid” Nakamoto (1-1) 185lbs
Big Boss has strong wrestling and a blue belt, and little other skills. Nakamoto has strong Muay Thai and a blue belt. He also has understanding of wrestling but it is likely Boss has the advantage grappling. Another factor to consider is the fact Nakamoto has very low levels of energy at the moment, barring a flash KO he won’t last long against the ground attack of Boss. My vote is Boss by ground and pound or submission early in the fight.
“The Dominator” Vinny Tamaso (2-1) vs. Sinuhe “Shithead” Wali (2-1) 265lbs
Tamaso is a very promising young fighter, with a well rounded skill set and boxing being his biggest strength and he is only 19. I see future champ for this kid. Wali, is the same age, but being much less well rounded. He is a stand up expert with a Muay Thai base. I expect both guys to keep this standing with Wali getting a clinch early but Tamaso will break out and box his way to a victory.
Tournament Winner (2-0) vs. Anti Hero (2-1) 155lbs
Winner is a well rounded individual but is likely looking to sprawl and brawl here against Hero who holds a purple belt and a very strong wrestling game. It is likely that Hero will be able to ground Winner but I think Winner’s defence and well-roundedness will be the key as he will pick up a late stoppage with his superior striking.
LeRob Jinks (2-0) vs. Joe Black (1-0) 170lbs
Someone will lose their unblemished record here, and I believe that person to be Jinks and I will tell you why. Jinks although well rounded, does not stick out in any one area of the fight game. Black, however, has great takedown defence and boxing. He is very predictable but I think Jinks will have a hard time working his way around Black’s offence. Black for the W.
"Erfiður" Ragnhildur Haraldsson (5-0) vs. Delphino "The Slippery Dolphin" Atlantis (4-1) 155lbs
Haraldsson, has a very good record for such a young age and some of the credit must go to his manager for game planning him so well. He excels in no specific area but holds 4 stoppages 2 via sub 2 via (T)KO. So look no further for his well roundedness. Atlantis, a brown belt in BJJ also has respectable wrestling chops so one could assume he grounds his opponent and subs him out. I will be taking the BJJ specialist in this one to put a dent in Haraldsson’s clean record.
Okrim “Anzati” Rimdor (2-2) vs. Jadaveon Hall (3-1) 170lbs
Rimdor is a sprawl and brawl fighter, he lives and dies by the sword as he has 2 KO’s and has been KOed twice. He is also low on energy which could play an important part in this fight. Hall, another boxer with wrestling chops, has 3 (T)KO’s on his record. It is likely neither man takes it to the ground and im taking the more durable Hall in this battle of boxers by KO
Major “Major” Major (3-1-1) vs. Itsu “The Blade” Hitigaki (4-4) 170lbs
Morale is very low for both men here. Major will likely want this fight on the ground so he can use ground and pound or pull off a sub using his purple belt. Hitigaki has shown submission defence weakness before being subbed twice already. I have Major by sub.
Takamura “The Slayer” Mamrou (5-2)vs. David “The Facebook F***er” Choe (6-0) 170lbs Title Fight
Mamrou, good boxing and good wrestling has led to 5 victories, 3 by way of (T)KO finds himself matched up against the defending champion, Choe. Choe is undefeated and his clinch game and his submissions have helped him win the title. I fully expect him to defend it in this matchup, either by decision or by submission.
Paul “The Slavic Slave” Smith (19-8) vs. “Blitzkreig” Helmut Doerner (15-19) 135lbs
Smith is a very well rounded individual and most likely the best fighter on the roster, he holds a black belt with very good boxing and he isn’t too shabby at wrestling and Muay Thai. Doerner has a losing record, but sports a black belt and good wrestling but Smith’s will be better. Having been knocked out 9 times before Doerner may find himself asking why he took this matchup as I fully expect Smith to steamroll him here.
That’s all from me folks, be sure to catch the card to witness some fantastic MMA and the start of a new era for UFC
Michael “The Wolf” Brakeley
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