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 TTFC Invades LA Olympics
TTFC and MMA Tycoon fans from around the globe, welcome to TTFC Invades LA Olympics! Held at the LA Memorial Colossuseum on the 20th of December, 2014. Nathan Norman here, breaking down all 10 fights in this magnificent card which includes 4 preliminary bouts, the 185lbs title match and the MMA Tycoon 2014 Winter Olympics 185lbs tournament bracket! This will be a night which won’t disappoint as there is so much on the line! Who will move on in the brackets to edge closer to that MMA Tycoon Winter Olympic gold medal? And who will be crowned TTFC 185lbs champion? Well TTFC and MMA Tycoon fans, let’s get to it!
Fabio Jones (29-23-1) vs. Volga Overstreet (11-5-0) 145lbs
In our first contest for the evening, Fabio Jones will take on Volga Overstreet. Jones has had a difficult start to his TTFC career with 2 defeats from 2 bouts, he will want to pick up a victory here in LA if he wants to kick-start his 145lbs title race. But can the 41 year old veteran take out a highly confident Volga Overstreet? Overstreet has just come off a round 1 knockout a couple of weeks ago against Rolland Pierre. Overstreet will be hunting for that second finish in a row to stamp his authority in the 145lbs division, and if he does so, I believe Jones will be coming closer to the end of his fighting career as it will take a lot to get back to his prime form. Overstreet by knockout.
“Kreator” Bobby Moore (27-19-3) vs. “suicide bomber” Billy Bomber (21-16-0) 135lbs
In our next bout, Bobby Moore will try to create some consistent form by taking on Billy Bomber. Bobby Moore has definitely had a hard time establishing himself in the TTFC ever since losing the 135lbs title back in March, only winning 3 from his past 10 fights! However, all of these fights have gone to decision. Moore must find a way to definitively win this fight if he has any shot at the 135lbs title again. He will be facing an opponent which has had no difficulty with the judges since joining TTFC, and that is Billy Bomber. Bomber made his TTFC debut at the start of November, winning 2 from 2 fights by decision. He will want to find a way to make it 3 from 3 and continue his streak to rise up the 135lbs division to hopefully gain a future title shot. Bomber by decision.
Gold Tooth” Sadiq Hossein (28-17-4) vs. Will “The Beast” Banks (34-24-1) 145lbs
Coming up next, 145lbs contender Sadiq Hossein will be looking to earn another title shot by taking out TTFC debutant Will Banks. Sadiq Hossein has been unfortunate when it comes to title shots, unable to capitalize on 3 separate occasions. But if he picks up a victory here in LA, he may be 1 step closer to gaining another title shot to hopefully become the next TTFC 145lbs champion. He will be facing an opponent who has struggled in his recent bouts, only winning 1 from his past 6 fights. This TTFC debut will not be an easy fight, Banks will have to work hard for 3 rounds if he is going to make a good impression on the TTFC universe. If Banks can use his wrestling to his advantage, he will be able to grapple with Hossein for the majority of the fight to pick up a victory. Averaging just over 2 takedowns per fight and Hossein’s defence not being the greatest, I believe Banks will turn his career around by picking up this victory! Hossein by TKO.
“The Troll” Ilafat Urskilz (15-8-1) vs. Aigars Senko (19-11-0) 135lbs
In the third fight of the evening, Ilafat Urskilz and Aigars Senko will face off to see who can make it 3 wins in a row. Both fighters are well rounded and can definitely challenge for the 135lbs title. Only one fighter can win and take that one step closer to the championship. Senko is recently coming off a fight of the night victory against Bill Nevin which was highly deserved. In a tight 29:28 victory which was due to a domination in the first 2 rounds, Senko will have to ensure that he is fighting all 3 rounds to pick up a decisive victory. However, Urskilz’s recent decision victory came down to a dominating 3 round 30:27 victory which shows that he doesn’t slow down at any point, which could be the definitive factor in this fight. Overall, a great fight to watch and I expect a full 3 round affair. Urskilz by decision.
“Fast” Reggie Anderson (21-7-2) vs. Hamad Al Zahran (18-9-2) 170lbs
What a great fight we have in Reggie Anderson and Hamad Al Zahran! Former 170lbs champion Reggie Anderson will be desperate to put on a dominating performance to regain the TTFC 170lbs championship! Only losing 1 from his past 8 fights, Anderson is still red hot in the TTFC 170lbs division and can definitely show everyone that he has what it takes to regain the championship. To do so, he must defeat an opponent who is currently on a 5 fight winning streak, all by decision. Hamad Al Zahran has had a great start to the TTFC! However, if he wants to prove himself in the 170lbs division, he must continue this great form. Al Zahran is winning fights and that is all that matters, but can he put on another gutsy performance against the former champion, Reggie Anderson? This fight will come down to who can outlast the other and who can stay consistent over 3 rounds of competitive action! Anderson by decision.
MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics 2014 185lbs Bracket C
Phraya “The Broken Sword” Phichai (15-6-0) vs. Johnny Freedom (23-6-1) 185lbs
MMA Tycoon fans from around the globe, the first of the 185lbs fights in the 2014 MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics is here! Representing Team Thomas Fight Club, former TTFC 185lbs champion and 2nd seed at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Phraya “The Broken Sword” Phichai!! Representing Claymore Elite Combat, he is the current CEC 185lbs champion and 7th seed at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Johnny Freedom!! Phraya Phichai has proven his worth to give him a spot in the 2014 Winter Olympics. Notably having a 6 fight winning streak before disappointingly losing his 185lbs title in the final round after dominating 3 out of 4 rounds previously. However, Phichai will be a tough competitor, who definitely enjoys a good throwdown on the feet. However, a fighter who is performing extremely well from CEC is Johnny Freedom. Freedom has shown that he can go the distance in a 5 round contest, winning his recent 2 title defences by decision. Also, only 1 of Freedom’s 6 losses has come by stoppage which shows that he doesn’t quit at all! I have a feeling this fight will be an intense battle which will stay on the feet for the majority, if not the entire fight. Notably, both fighters have a ridiculous takedown defence average (Phichai 63% and Freedom 73%). A hard fight to pick a winner for, this will definitely be a great way to begin the 185lbs division in the 2014 MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics. I believe Phraya Phichai can pull off the win here in Los Angeles. If he can read his opponent and counter his leg kicks (Freedom throwing 24 leg kicks per fight) then this will give Phichai the edge in scoring for the judges. Phichai by decision.
MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics 2014 185lbs Bracket B
Maximus “Draw” Magneto (37-16-5) vs. “Thunder” Dan Haley (19-8-0) 185lbs
In the next Winter Olympic bout, representing EVOLUTION, he is the current EVOLUTION 185lbs champion and ranked number 3 in the entire MMA Tycoon 185lbs division, Maximus “Draw” Magneto! And his opponent, representing The Rest Of The World team, “Thunder” Dan Haley! This fight will definitely be a grudge match to say the least! Dan Haley recently being released from his EVOLUTION contract, he will be looking to create a massive upset against an opponent who has been predicted to fight it out for the gold medal. Haley has to ensure his wrestling game is at its best in this fight if he has any hope of creating any glimmer of hope in defeating Maximum Magneto! Having a 44% takedown % is fairly low, especially when taking on an opponent who has a takedown defence average of 75%. However, it could only take 1 perfectly timed takedown to ensure victory for Haley. Easier said than done however, as Haley takes on an opponent who is ranked 22nd as pound for pound in the MMA Tycoon rankings. And rightfully so, winning 8 from his past 11 bouts against some extremely tough competition! Out of those 11 fights, he has taken on 2 opponents twice that are inside the top 100 pound for pound where he comes off a 1-1 record with each of them. Critics may say that Dan Haley hasn’t had much of a challenge running through the ranks, not facing anybody in the top 200. And the top 2 ranked challengers which he has faced has defeated him. I believe Maximus Magneto will be too experienced and will use his stand-up ability to work Haley across the cage until he goes for the knock-out blow. Be wary, this one isn’t going to be pretty. Magneto by round 2 knock-out.
TTFC 185lbs Championship
Ivan Milat (30-18-1) vs. Luke Johnson (33-9-0) 185lbs
This fight goes out to all TTFC fans, where ever they may be! The TTFC 185lbs title is on the line here in Los Angeles! Firstly, the challenger. Former TTFC 155lbs champion, former 2-time TTFC 185lbs champion, Luke Johnson! And now, the reigning, defending, TTFC 185lbs champion… Ivan Milat! In their previous bout, Ivan Milat got the upper-hand against Luke Johnson early on made him pay, by delivering a devastating knock out in the first round! However, Luke Johnson will be determined to re-write history by taking back the title which he believes he deserves. A key component of Johnson’s game is his ability to defend punches, defending a total of 76% of all punches made by opponents! Johnson must continue this great defence if he is going to avoid the same fate which he received previously. In contrast, Ivan Milat has been able to dominate fights time after time. His past 5 victories in TTFC have all come by Knockout! Ivan Milat’s striking ability is extremely impressive, landing 63% of total head punches while standing and 71% while clinching. I hope Luke Johnson has a good chin, because it will be eating a lot of punches on this occasion! But who is going to win this fight? Can Ivan Milat make it 2 from 2 against Luke Johnson, or can Johnson regain the 185lbs title once again? I believe it will come down to who is on their better game. If Johnson can defend like he has been, then he could extinguish Ivan Milat’s game plan and be victorious. However, I believe Milat is far too experienced and a great fighter. I believe Johnson is a future long-term champion, but not on this day. But stay tuned for a magnificent fight!! Milat by round 4 knock out.
MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics 2014 185lbs Bracket A
Vic “The Future” Thory (25-8-0) vs. Ricard “Basque Threat” Cuenca (20-4-0) 185lbs
On to the 3rd match up here in Los Angeles where we host the MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics 185lbs division. First up, representing Montreal Fight Nights, he is the current MFN 185lbs champion, ranked number 7 in the 185lbs division overall, Vic “The Future” Thory! And now, introducing his opponent, Representing Evil Hardcore Montreal Fighting League, he is the current HMFL 185lbs champion, ranked number 18 in the 185lbs division overall, Ricard “Basque Threat” Cuenca! This fight is going to be extremely entertaining to say the least. Both of these fighters have potential to pull off victories in the MMA Tycoon Cage, with a combined win/loss of 45/12! There is one thing that caught my eye though, the level of competition which each fighter has been faced with. Vic Thory’s level of experience when in regards to opposition skill level is far more superior to Ricard Cuenca. Cuenca rarely facing an opponent who is ranked higher than 1000 pound for pound, in comparison to Vic Thory’s level of competition being as tough as top 200. So when reading the statistics, taking in to account that Cuenca has been fighting a lower level of competition, will be slightly inaccurate when looking at this fight. I believe this fight will come down to who can set the better game-plan. Can these fighters observe weaknesses within their opponent? Or will they be oblivious to them and completely miss great opportunities to take advantage of perfect moments to put their definitive mark on a possible victory? Even though Cuenca has had an “easy” run up the ranks, I believe he can make his mark in the MMA Tycoon world by taking out Vic Thory in what will be a highly competitive match-up with cannot be missed! Cuenca by decision.
MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics 2014 185lbs Bracket D
Dragon Slayer (27-8-1) vs. Topi Takala (34-11-1) 185lbs
And now! On to our main event for this evening, which should be one hell of a match! Some call this the fight which will decide the gold medal in the 2014 MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics. Whoever wins this bout will be in sure contention of taking the whole competition out! Introducing first, representing Synchronicity, he is the current Synchronicity 185lbs champion, ranked number 1 in the 185lbs division overall and considered the favourite here in 2014, Dragon Slayer!! And now, his opponent, representing Ascension, he is the current Ascension 185lbs champion and ranked number 4 in the overall 185lbs division, Topi Takala! Both of these fighters definitely deserve their top 5 spots in the 185lbs division and their chance to represent their organisations here at the MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics 2014. What a magnificent way to finish round 1 here in Los Angeles. Dragon Slayer is clearly the favourite to take out the gold medal this year, deservingly so as he has proved time and time again that he can put on a great performance in the cage, taking home 27 victories with 21 by knock-out! Looking to make the biggest upset of the first round, Topi Takala will be looking to keep up his good form by using his elite boxing skills to his advantage which he has done consistently. Takala lands an average of 20 head punches every fight! If he can do the same against Dragon Slayer, it may be enough to bring home the victory against the top seed! I believe this fight will be a brawl which will be remembered as one of the greats. It could honestly go either way, the judges won’t be needed though as this one could end quite early with the punching power which both of these athletes possess. What a fantastic way to end the round 1 bracket of the MMA Tycoon Olympics round 1! I hope you all enjoy this contest as much as I will! Takala by round 3 knockout.
MMA Tycoon Fans, who will move on to round 2 in the MMA Tycoon Winter Olympics 2014? Will there be some major upsets or will the heavy favourites take it out with a dominating display? TTFC fans, who will become the new TTFC 185lbs champion, Ivan Milat or Luke Johnson? So many unanswered questions, I guess we will just have to wait and see. But what a great event this one shall be. TTFC Invades LA Olympics, 20th of December 2014 at LA Memorial Colossuseum. Let’s get it on!
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