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 Barney Gumble (3-0) Vs Eddie Kilpatrick (2-2) - Heavyweight
After an impressive debut in the Highland Games 1 main event, Barney Gumble extended his professional record to a perfect 4-0 with a stoppage victory over Eddie Kilpatrick.
In this fight, you really have to wonder what Eddie Kilpatrick was thinking. This was his opportunity to upset the masses and prove himself to be a legitimate top contender in the company. Instead, Kilpatrick went for the clinch, against what can only be considered a clinch-master in Gumble.
Perhaps this was an original strategy, who knows, but the fight played out exactly how you’d expect. Gumble punished Kilpatrick with his expert dirty boxing until the referee felt he’d had enough. The Irishman did show his toughness, and was in good humour following the fight in proclaiming that he was off for a pint of the black stuff.
Eddie Kilpatrick will now take on Alexey Juravlev at Highland Games 7. Alexey is 1-1 in his professional career and recently took a loss to Christian Long at Highland Games 2.
Speaking of Christian Long, here’s the really exciting news. At Highland Games 6, it’s official. Barney Gumble will take on Christian Long to become the inaugural Highland Games Heavyweight Champion.
Barney Gumble Wins by TKO (Strikes) at 1:22 of Round 1.
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Mib Louie (2-0) Vs Pedro Lazaro (1-0) – Heavyweight
This fight was very interesting. Lazaro was successful in securing the clinch, which I felt was going to be the key factor in the fight. Both fighters suffered minor cuts early, but it seemed like the fight was generally in Pedro’s control. Louie fought off the clinch on many occasions, but his counter grappling was less than impressive.
In addition to his clinch game, Lazaro’s boxing was impressive throughout. He outscored Louie on almost every exchange and seemed to be headed for a decision victory.
Then, out of nowhere, Louie lands the knockout headkick. The spectacular Knockout of the Night finish secured the cheers of the crowd and showed everyone that Mib Louie can knock any man on the planet out at any time.
Louie moves to 3-0 and will face fellow knockout specialist Chiyono Fuji at Highland Games 7.
Mib Louie Wins by KO (Head Kick) at 2:12 of Round 2.
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LightHeavy Weight (1-0) Vs Amir Rutten (1-0) – Light Heavyweight
This was always going to be a good fight. Both men want to be in the clinch and elbow their opponent into oblivion, and this is exactly the fight we got.
LHW’s ability to secure the clinch is masterful. If some day he could get in there with Barney Gumble, that could be incredible, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves.
Rutten was successful at mixing up his attacks. He landed knees and managed to slip some elbows through, but LHW was just way too much for him. Throwing 100 elbows in the fight and cutting Rutten up pretty badly, LightHeavy Weight earned his second Highland Games victory with a second round stoppage.
LHW will now face fellow HG3 fighter Timothy Segura in what will most likely be a fight with some serious title implications.
LightHeavy Weight Wins by TKO (Strikes) at 2:36 of Round 2.
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George Alvarez Jr (2-0) Vs Arthur Jawetz (0-1) – Middleweight
I know this fight could be considered somewhat of a mismatch, but Arthur was game and had the ability to take this fight, specifically since Alvarez is currently without management.
On the feet, Jawetz actually had some successes. Alvarez was definitely the better of the two of them but Arthur Jawetz was in there to fight.
In a strange attempt, which may or may not have been premeditated by Alvarez’ former manager, the undefeated fighter seemed content to switch to grappling for the fight. Alvarez was countering Arthur’s punches to take the fight down, on his Ground and Pound was surprisingly very impressive. He was even switching it up for submissions which just goes to show what an animal Alvarez can become.
Alvarez’ GnP was so impressive that he managed to finish the fight by TKO from Side Control.
Moving to 3 wins, all by KO or TKO, Alvarez has to be the hottest free agent on The Island. I have heard of interest in securing him already and look forward to seeing who managed to get him, and most importantly, hope they are fully invested in continuing his Highland Games career.
George Alvarez Wins by TKO (Strikes) at 2:56 of Round 2.
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Lou Hole (1-0) Vs Paul Jackson (1-1) – Middleweight
This fight was instantly a grappling match. Jackson seemed to be the better wrestler, but Lou Hole probably had the edge in jiu jitsu. Both fighters exchanged sweeps on the ground which the crowd seemed to like.
Lou Hole is a finisher through and through. He was content to throw hands, he was content to look for sweeps, ground and pound and submissions, Lou Hole wants to go home with a post fight bonus and he did just that.
In the second round, Lou Hole countered a takedown attempt by Paul Jackson to secure a guillotine choke. Jackson tried his best, but unfortunately he was forced to tap out.
Lou Hole Wins by Submission (Guillotine) at 0:43 of Round 3.
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Chiyono Fuji (1-0) Vs Zeco Fulero (0-0) – Heavyweight
Fulero was the favourite on paper when it came to striking, but Fuji is a bonified killer, getting a knockout victory and his second post-fight bonus in Highland Games they shared Fight of the Night honours.
Chiyono Fuji Wins by TKO (Strikes) at 4:15 of Round 1.
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Shama Abioye (0-0) Vs Khal Rakharo (0-0) – Heavyweight
The fight didn’t last two long and Rakharo proved his knockout power with an impressive early victory.
Khal Rakharo Wins by TKO (Strikes) at 1:34 of Round 1.
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Leorio Allamazz (0-0-1) Vs Lister Man (0-1) – Middleweight
Lister Man tried desperately to get the clinch, but wasn’t really close to making the fight a grappling affair. Leo took control on the feet, rocking Lister late in the second. They walked out for the third, but Lister was still on wobbly legs and Allamazz quickly KOed him.
Leorio Allamazz Wins by TKO (Strikes) at 0:05 of Round 3.
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Alexander Mason (0-1) Vs Timothy Segura (0-1) – Light Heavyweight
This was a kickboxing clinic from Segura. For almost the entire fight, Mason stood there and took an absolute beating from leg, body and head kicks. Segura’s counter wrestling looked weak throughout though.
Timothy Segura Wins by Unanimous Decision.
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Barol Kedorf (0-1) Vs Michael Kamara (0-1) – Heavyweight
Keldorf was cut quickly on the feet, taken down and routinely submitted. Impressive HG debut for Kamara.
Michael Kamara Wins by Submission (Armbar) at 4:55 of Round 1.
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FIGHT OF THE NIGHT
Chiyono Fuji Vs Zeco Fulero
KNOCKOUT OF THE NIGHT
Mib Louie
SUBMISSION OF THE NIGHT
Lou Hole
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