UFC 201 Main Event Results

So on Saturday we were treated to UFC 201 here are the results and brief review of the fights the headliner was a Welterweight Championship match up between ‘Ruthless’ Robbie Lawler and Tyron ‘The Chosen One’ Woodley.

Ryan ‘Baby Faced’ Benoit vs Fredy ‘El Profe’ Serrano

The first fight of the evening was a flyweight match up between Ryan Benoit who took the fight on 10 days notice and Fredy Serrano the fight started off quickly with both fighters catching each other with a kick from Benoit and a right hook from Serrano. This was followed up with two large take down slams from Serrano, a few more shots were thrown by Serrano but they were telegraphed so easily avoided by Benoit at the end of round one Benoit hit Serrano with a shot after the buzzer which Serrano did not take kindly to.

Round 2 kicked off and Serrano carried on the same way as the first trying big shots and axe kicks, Serrano slammed Benoit to the mat yet again but Benoit managed to break free from the bottom. Serrano gets to his feet with a cut head and starts swinging for the fences again, Serrano attempted another take down attempt but failed to capture Benoit. Serrano took Benoit down for the 4th time in the fight and Serrano was dropping his hip from top control which is the first time I have seen this happen the round ended with the pair on there feet trading shots.

The third and final round gets underway Serrano begins the fight by taken Benoit down for the fifth time in the fight not much was happening and the ref decided to get the fighters back to there feet. Serrano attempted and extremely low take down almost crawling and Benoit almost cleaned him out with a knee to the head. Serrano attempted to grapple Benoit but failed and Benoit caught him with a spinning back fist but it did not do much damage. Benoit caught Serrano with a good kick and then an uppercut. Towards the end of the fight Benoit caught Serrano with a big punch but could not finish the fight and the fight ends with it going to the judges scorecard.

The winner by split decision Ryan ‘Baby Faced’ Benoit

Erik ‘Goyito’ Perez vs Francisco ‘Cisco’ Rivera

The second fight of the evening was a Bantamweight fight between Erik Perez and Francisco Rivera the first round started off a bit slow Rivera managed to land 2 good left hooks on Perez. Perez attempted a leg kick but this was blocked with ease by Rivera, Rivera manages to then land a decent let kick and follows up with another. Rivera attempted a body kick but this was caught by Rivera who landed some good shots whilst still holding the leg, Perez attempted a take down but could only manage to push Rivera up against the cage. Perez seemed to loosen up a bit towards the last 30 seconds of the fight and managed to land a few good shots and the round came to an end, all in all not a very interesting first round.

Round 2 gets under way Perez forces a slip by Rivera with a good inside leg kick, the pair exchange kicks in the centre of the Octagon and then Perez attempts a spinning back fist but just missed the connection. Perez attempted a take down but miss timed this and was tossed against the side of the cage by Rivera, Rivera attempted a body kick but this was caught by Perez. The pair change a few shots and after a good leg kick Perez takes Rivera down against the cage and lands some good body shots before attempting a guillotine just before the buzzer goes to end the round.

Round 3 gets off to the best start yet with Perez was goading Rivera and the pair just came out swinging for each other so much so that Rivera punched himself out and hit the deck exhausted. He got up but Perez took advantage of his fatigued state and floored him against the cage and there was plenty of blood pouring from the cut head of Rivera the crowd urged the referee to stand the pair up but as Perez was throwing punches the ref let him continue. Rivera looked like he could not even stand even if the ref was to stand the fight up Perez was sat on top of him landed punches to the body. The pair eventually got to there feet and continued to throw punches at each other for the remaining 10 seconds of the fight. If the whole fight had been as interesting as this round then I don’t think it would have gotten to round 3.

Winner by unanimous decision Erik ‘Goyito‘ Perez

Jake ‘The Juggernaut’ Ellenberger vs Matt ‘The Immortal’ Brown

The third fight of the evening was a Welterweight bout between Joe Ellenberger and Matt Brown. Right off the bat the pair go straight for the kill and Ellenberger tagged Brown with a great shot that put him down on the mat. The pair get to there feet and Ellenberger lands a good shot against the cage. Brown managed to recover and takes a bit more control of the fight but this didn’t last long as Ellenberger landed a savage kick to the body that took all the wind out of the sails of Brown and then began to land shot after shot to the head of Brown before the ref stepped in to end the fight.

Winner by TKO Jake ‘The Juggernaut’ Ellenberger

Karolina Kowalkiewicz vs Rose ‘Thug’ Namajunas

The forth fight of the evening was a Strawweight bout between Karolina Kowalkiewicz and Rose Namajunas. The first round gets under way and the pair spend the first minute just feeling each other out and getting there range correct. Kowalkiewicz lands a leg kick but Namajunas replies with a jab to the body, Namajunas then lands a nice jab to the jaw of Kowalkiewicz and then follows this up with a nice one two. Kowalkiewicz attempts a punch kick como but misses, but then managed to land a nice leg kick on Namajunas. Kowalkiewicz attempts a jab but Namjunas ducks this and lands a punch combo, the pair clinch and Namajunas lands a knee but Kowalkiewicz lands three in return as the round comes to an end.

Round 2 gets under way Namajunas comes out and lands a nice jab to the head of Kowalkiewicz and then Kowalkiewicz gets Namajunas in another clinch and lands some more knees followed by two elbows. The pair end up against the cage with Kowalkiewicz landing some more knees. Namajunas lands a good body shot in the clinich but Kowalkiewicz replies with some more knees, Namajunas attempts to take back control and lock in a body triangle but fails and the pair go back to the centre of the Octagon where the both lands some great shots. Namjunas lands a good front body kick which make Kowalkiewicz stumble. They end up in  another clinch and the pair exchange knees, Kowalkiewicz lands a good right over the top to the head of Namajunas and then they clinch again and more knees are exchanged. Kowalkiewicz lands another knee and Namajunas replies with a good right hand, just before the end of the round Namajunas attempts a flying knee.

Round 3 Kowalkiewicz attempts a spinning back kick but misses but follows ups with some more good knees, Kowalkiewicz attempts a punch kick combo and manages to get some success from this. Namajunas lands a good right hand but Kowalkiewicz replies with some more knees to the body and lands a good right hook which puts Namajunas on the mat and then Kowalkiewicz takes top control and manages to avoid an attempt at a leg lock and then an arm bar. Kowalkiewicz attempts to stand up to get some more leverage and Namajunas catches her with some good up kicks from the floor and then attempts a triangle but Kowalkiewicz manages to avoid this attempt the pair get to there feet and exchange punches before the final buzzer goes.

The winner by split decision Karolina Kowalkiewicz

‘Ruthless’ Robbie Lawler vs Tyron ‘The Chosen One’ Woodley

The main event of the event of the evening was the Welterweight Title Fight between Robbie Lawler and Tryon Woodley both fighters fight out of the same American Top Team gym so was set to be an explosive match up.

The fight gets underway and Lawler take control of the centre of the Octagon and the pair circle each other waiting to explode some shit are thrown but none really land and they end up against the cage the ref is quick to break them up. Woodley presses the action but Lawler doesn’t bite Woodley has enough of hanging around and lands a shattering right hook to the jaw of Lawler who goes crashing down against the cage. Woodley then swarms Lawler and unleashes a barrage of punches to the head of Lawler and the ref steps in to declare the fight over.

The winner and new Welterweight Champion Of The World Tyron ‘The Choosen One’ Woodely.

And thats all for another great UFC event next up I’ll be reviewing UFC 200 where we see the rematch between ‘The Notorious’ Connor McGregor vs Nate Diaz on the 21st August.

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WWE: Booker T Retires Spinnaroonie!

Here is the tweet sent out by Booker T last night:

Mr. Spinnaroonie has announced, that as of July 30, 2016, his vintage spinnaroonie move is retired! Booker T Huffman, a Hall Of Fame, 5x, 5x, 5x, 5x, 5x World Heavyweight Champion! Where to start? Between TNA, WCW, WWE, Booker has won over 30 championships! Booker T has been one of the most entertaining, in-ring performers of this, or any other generation.  Multiple times we have watched him end his ring performance with his patented spinaroonie! If you were a kid growing up watching this, you definitely tried it, I know I did. My favorite feud involving Booker T, was the grocery store @$$ whooping he took from Stone Cold Steve Austin! A moment I will never forget and you can definitely watch again on the WWE Network. Booker also entertained us with his creative King Booker gimmick, after winning the King of the Ring back in 2006, even taking out Jerry Lawler to prove he is the real king! One of the few true wrestlers who, you can tell has an amazing passion for the industry.

In a backstage incident in 2006, Booker got into it with Batista at a photo shoot which left both men bloodied and bruised. I mention this, because that is one of the few rare times, a negative thing about Booker was ever even reported. The man has a very positive influence on everyone around him. In multiple interviews Booker T explains that if it wasn’t for Sid Vicious, the path to professional wrestling could have taken a much different path. Booker credits Sid, for letting him stay in his apartment, after getting him and his brother (Stevie Ray) into WCW. Also mentioning how Sid really got behind them, believing they had something to offer the wrestling world. We all have the privilege now, of hearing Booker’s insight on the RAW pre-show and his amazing laugh! Once again being entertaining and fun to watch. There is so much to say about his career, it would take all day to acknowledge his accolades. If you don’t know, check him out on the WWE Network. Booker T is a legend and will forever be remembered as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time. Can You Dig It?! Suckaaaaaaa!

Alberto Del Rio Frustrated With WWE

For Alberto Del Rio, his wrestling career with WWE has been a wild ride. He won the biggest Royal Rumble ever featuring 40 participants. Former Money In The Bank winner, successfully cashing it in on some wrestler named CM Punk (relax I’m kidding). Ironically his cash in was at SummerSlam, which we are only a few weeks away from. With the WWE Draft shaking up the new era in WWE, many superstars have come forward frustrated with their current position in the company. The draft seemed to have stacked RAW, with Smackdown once again playing second fiddle. Shane McMahon and Daniel Bryan do seem very invested in trying to make it as best of a show it can be, but only time will tell. Many rumored names to be coming back, (Kurt Angle, Melina, Jeff Hardy) pushes guys like Cesaro and Del Rio to the bottom of the pile. Alberto reports have been flying in about him being unhappy and possibly leaving with his contract coming up soon.

We all remember Del Rio was let go once by WWE, due to an altercation he had with an employee over a racist comment. It seems that ever since Paige and Del Rio started dating, WWE hasn’t used them very much and the reasons are unclear. This past Tuesday on Smackdown, (which you can see the results for here!) there was a Battle Royal to determine the number 1 contender, to face Dean Ambrose at SummerSlam. Del Rio was involved in that match and honestly, I would not have been mad if he won. He is a great wrestler and has showcased his talents all over the world in companies like AAA and Lucha Underground.

As a fan, no matter what he decides to do with his contract, you want Del Rio to be somewhere he is happy. Alberto is one of the best wrestlers in the world, once again a superstar that WWE just doesn’t know how to use. Will it cause conflict with his new love Paige if he leaves? Or maybe this is just another layer to set up something big for Del Rio? The wrestling world has always been a cloudy one, so let this be another cloud in the sky.

WWE Stars Lana And Rusev Married!

As everyone who watches wrestling knows, Lana and Rusev are not just characters. The real life couple has been engaged for a while and has finally tied the knot as of July 29. At first they took some heat backstage for making their engagement so public. TMZ reports that not just one, but two weddings will take place. (View Here!) The first happening last night in Malibu, California, where most of your Total Divas appeared. Not to mention a few members from the cast of her former movie, Pitch Perfect.

Who knows the wedding could still be going on while your reading this! On both superstars instagram, you can see a good portion of the wedding photos as the couple celebrates their future together. As for the next ceremony, Rusev wants to be in Bulgaria surrounded by his friends and family (makes sense). As for their gimmicks in WWE, I think they might need a second one as well. I am not interested at all, when they enter the ring. Lana has been teased making her debut several times and we haven’t seen it yet. Her storyline with Dolph Ziggler and Summer Rae was actually building some steam until they cut it short.

With Rusev the fights are boring, uneventful and the same match every time. He has a United States Championship and has defended it against Titus O’Neil and Zack Ryder the past two months. Yawn…..not necessarily their faults, but the way they have been written on television is limiting their potential. Now just because I don’t like their in-ring characters doesn’t mean I don’t like them. I want them to live a very happy and successful life outside of WWE. It is always fascinating when two people fall in love, making a commitment to one another and prove love still exists. WWE has become quite the matchmaker for new couples in a new era! Good Luck on your future endeavors Lana and Rusev, #RavishingCouple !

The NXT Review – July 27, 2016 – ‘Kay, Kota & Cruiserweights’

Whats Up Wrestling Peeps! In a week that gave us two new-ish shows (with fancy graphics and new theme tunes), a Legit new WWE Women’s Champion and SmackDown Live! already dropping the ball by not debuting American Alpha. If your shocked, I’m right there with you.
Its comforting to see that our little Brand can still show the big dawgs how to do it, by using their latest acquisition straight off the bat.

Step forward Kota Ibushi.

But lets leave the sure-to-be-winner of the CWC Tournament for later because the King of Strong Style has yet another match to win against a re-debuting Wesley Blake.

Re-debuting? Yes well, it kinda is when you get new trunks, tassels on your boots and a new entrance theme that sounds like a Moby concept track that was too depressing to make the final cut. That being said, anything that follows Shinsuke Nakamura’s music is gonna sound like … well, Wesley Blake’s new entrance music. So poop basically.

Lets talk about that match though because Blake puts on fine showing. So much so that it gives me hope for his future away from Buddy Murphy. Don’t get me wrong, with American Alpha moving-on-up, I feel that Blake & Murphy could be needed more than ever, but if that’s not what I’m getting, I’ll take a Blake push. A statement that seems at odds with the result of the match, but his in the ring with frickin’ Nakamura.

That’s a push in my book.

With the New Era Draft dramatically depleting the NXT women’s division, it seems that Billie Kay might be on the receiving end of a push herself. For a competitor that has appear numerous times on the Yellow Brand, tonight was the first time we actually received depth to her character. Not only did we learn via Corey Graves and Tom Phillips that the locker room talk is that Kay’s appearance on SmackDown has given her a big head but also her affinity for crushed velvet attire. Because any Ego-maniac knows, the furry-sweaty look is in this Summer.

Fo’reals tho, Kay handily put Santana Garrett away with an impressive Big Boot, the perfect finisher given the length of those legs. I did note a few no-sells on multiply occasions when Garrett tried fighting back but hey, Heels. What you going to do?

Back to that Ibushi tease.

With rumours that a deal has been signed (or something to that effect), there is no-doubt that Ibushi will reach the highest-heights of WWE. But whether or not the route that Triple H has planned for this guy will take him through NXT remains to be seen.

Think I’m crazy? Stay with me on this one.

Although plans are sketchy at the moment (but then again what hasn’t been with this Draft Malarky), we know that a Cruiserweight Division is coming to Monday Night RAW. As it stands there are maybe a handful of people who would be able to hold that division up, Neville being one of them, but he can’t do it alone.
Regardless of the commentators out there calling the CWC just a work to push Ibushi as the eventual winner, although they are probably right. The CWC is the basis with which RAW’s newest division will be built upon.

With rumours that Zack Sabre Jr., TJ Perkins and Noam Dar have all been offered contracts. Lets just say, I won’t be too surprised if that Tournament trophy also comes with the new Cruiserweight Belt attached.

My point is, Kota Ibushi’s appearance may extend past his excellent NXT debut, perhaps a TakeOver Brooklyn match is on the horizon? And I’m sure more CWC competitors will show up on our favourite brand sooner or later. But once that final episode is shown and a Winner is crowned, I won’t hold my breath for Ibushi, Perkins and Dar to become regulars on NXT but rather get fast tracked to RAW and start the next phase in Cruiserweight wrestling.

For what its worth, I hope I’m wrong. The idea of Ibushi dominating on NXT … #HolyHotPocket!

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Lucha Underground Season 3 Return!

Lucha Underground Season 3! I don’t even know where to start! Lucha Underground is the greatest wrestling product on the planet! Thank You Robert Rodriguez and El Rey Network! I got hooked from the moment I saw Episode 1. Ultima Lucha always puts on a great show and the matches are incredibly unbelievable. The real life vignettes they introduce characters with, is a new creative innovative way to capture your interest whether you’re a wrestling fan or not. My personal favorites have been Ivelisse, Catrina, Taya, Fenix, Prince Puma, Mil Muertes, Jack Evans, Brian Cage and Mr.Cero Miedo…….Pentagon Jr (Pentagon Dark).

Honestly I like them all! Matt Striker and Vampiro do a great job calling the action,  with no remorse for language, saying whatever comes to mind. Lucha Underground wastes very little time with promos or commercials and is a perfect one hour show. Different matches like the trios championship, Gift of the Gods, No Más, and the devastating Death Match. Bar fights, and high-flying moves by these Luchas, make for a jam-packed exciting show. All the Luchas, take very good care of each other, making sure nobody gets hurt and always, bring it to the ring. On September 7th the Temple is open again! *Spoiler Alert* My head is racing with imagination, as we saw Dario Cueto “El Jefe” being arrested to close out Ultima Lucha Dos. A dream match featuring Prince Puma versus Rey Mysterio stole the show! Female or Male matches have always come through, bringing the house down! Oh and the women fight the men also! I hope this time around we see a female defeat Matanza Cueto for the Lucha Underground Championship!

The best part, if you have not yet seen Lucha Underground, is you can catch up and watch the matches on YouTube! Yes, YouTube! All I can say is watch Vampiro vs Pentagon Jr. if you are looking for craziness right off the bat! This past Wednesday was the first time in a while there was no Lucha Underground. Yes I am having withdrawals already. I know it is only a few weeks away but the wait is going to crush me. Season 3 premieres September 7th, 8pm Eastern on El Rey Network! Who is going to dominate the temple this season? Comment below and tell me whose your favorite? I Can Not Wait! Cero! Miedo!

Rumor Mill: Kurt Angle WWE Return?

Kurt Angle is a name everybody wants back in WWE. Now that Shelton Benjamin is returning to Smackdown, and team American Alpha being drafted, it would be so easy to stick him in a storyline immediately. Is he coming back or is it just more rumors? About a month ago in an article quoted here! by Justin Barrasso of si.com, Kurt says that he has been talking with WWE, but nothing seems to be lined up just yet. Paul (Triple H) Levesque has been in contact with him and it seems we are about a year out, from a return with the Olympic Gold Medalist in WWE (quoted in the article). WrestleMania is always a possibility for the beloved wrestler, considering Vince McMahon always has a few tricks up his sleeve.

In a more recent post on inquisitr.com Click Here! by Joe Burgett. A deal is already rumored to be in place. Maybe Kurt is just playing innocent to make his comeback even more epic! All of this is just speculation but WWE is definitely reaching out to a lot of former talent. Either way, Kurt Angle I believe, inevitably will appear in a WWE ring sooner rather than later. Fans will go wild, as it will be well deserved, for all of his hard work in the wrestling business. Feuding with Brock Lesnar again would blow the roof off of any building. There are some characters that just have that “it” factor. Kurt Angle is the poster boy for being wrestling, being entertainment and most importantly, an American Olympic Gold Medal Hero. Come Back Kurt! WWE Needs You! Do you think Kurt Angle will come back sooner? Or Later? Let me know in a comment below or on twitter @MAK10GATOR !

WWE Releases Tough Enough Contestant “ZZ”

Zamariah Loupe, better known as “ZZ,” has reportedly been released, according to an article View Here! by Joseph Currier of f4wonline.com. The popular gator wrestler (my dream job) was struggling a little bit, as seen on the popular WWE Network show, Breaking Ground. Showing a lot of potential and good entertainment but ultimately giving up sometimes, when training got rough. A well like wrestler who timing just wasn’t right for the business for the people in charge. We did not get a big enough sample size of ZZ as fans, having only 1 NXT match not televised. I was rooting for ZZ, I liked his alligator wrestling background, which could have led to a very cool gimmick. WWE is known for wanting people to perform right away sometimes, and the patience must have just run its course on Zamariah. Unfortunately as of today, he has been “chomped” by the World Wrestling Entertainment. I wish him well in whatever his journey brings him next, but as of right now, WWE is not the answer. Also being let go by the company were the talents of Josh Woods and Thomas Kingdon.

Is Melina Making A WWE Return?

In a great article by Will McCormick on inquisitr.com view here! The former beauty pageant winner, Melina, is already in contract talks to sign back with WWE. We all remember her run with John Morrison, (Johnny Mundo–Lucha Underground) which compared to some gimmicks today, was better than average. A former Tough Enough 3 contestant, Melina was the first Latina to hold the Women’s Title and then Divas Title. Overall Melina Perez has won the highest honor in the WWE Women’s division 5 times. Bret Hart once called her, one of the best wrestlers in the world. One of the highest compliments you can receive in the wrestling world.

Even at her age, no matter what role she is given, her stock only has an upside to it. Possibly being a trainer, or being put with NXT, or even starting off on the main roster. Melina also knows a thing or two about the WWE Draft. She was the first Women’s Champion to be traded from RAW to Smackdown! Her repertoire of in-ring moves, style and experience, puts her, head over heels the women in the WWE today. With the new brand split, we have heard many names rumored to be making a comeback. But with this one, it is sure to shake up the division in a massive way, no matter where she starts! I hope all these reports are true and we do get to see her in a high-profile spot with WWE. Only time will tell, as the “Paparazzi Princess” will have us all, waiting for her music to hit on Monday or Tuesday nights in the WWE. Do you want to see a Melina return? Leave a comment or tell me on twitter @MAK10GATOR !

Is Shane Carwin Returning To UFC?

Last night on Twitter the former UFC interim Heavyweight Champion posted this tweet:

Shane Carwin hasn’t fought in the UFC since 2011 when he lost a unanimous decision to Junior Dos Santos. With injuries plaguing him for the next 2 years, forcing him to retire from MMA. We assume that he is contact with matchmaker Joe Silva, considering he tweeted about it. We all remember his classic unforgettable match with WWE superstar Brock Lesnar at UFC 116, which some may argue, the fight should have been stopped. Carwin has an MMA record of 12-2 according to sherdog.com. With only one of his fights going to decision (Dos Santos). Even though he is 41 years old, he has beaten the likes of, Neil Wain, Gabriel Gonzaga and Frank Mir! If Dana White does pull the trigger on signing Carwin, I think we might be in for a few treats in the Heavyweight Division at UFC. Will we see Carwin vs Lesnar 2 (pending allegations on Brock)? Even a rematch with top contender Junior Dos Santos? Either way I hope we see Shane soon, because if anybody can bring some excitement to the octagon, it is this man!