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Jacques "The Glock" Durand was briefly interviewed by the media as he entered the Malmi Sportshall in Helsinki before his fight with Taz Bandichoo for Eternity 4 "I'm very happy to see the direction Eternity is moving. I've been with the company since day 1. I was part of the first event, Rio Heroes 1, fighting in front of a crowd of only 750 people at a bar & grill. A lot of changes since then but I've been here the whole time collecting belts through all incarnations: Rio Heroes, when it was re-branded as Amsterdam KT, & now Eternity. Loving the new ring design & the partnership with RDX for the gloves. Keep up the good work Ryan. As for my opponent Taz, while I respect him just like I do all my opponents, he's simply no match for me. Now please excuse me that's all the time I have for questions. Kiitos, kiitos!"

That's one thing i'll definitely agree with you on. Carwin would've ate anything Fedor threw at him & I don't see grappling being an alternative route to victory either for Fedor Looking at FightMatrix at the Top 10 HW's: Miocic, Cormier, Ngannou, Blaydes, Bader, Dos Santos, Rozenstruik, Overeem, & Volkov. I say prime Fedor beats, at the very least, half these guys.

Hmmm very versed in Sakuraba's fights but not so much with Rickson's so I couldn't give an opinion. This could be my total lack of knowledge when it comes to Rickson but aside from Masakatsu Funaki & an undersized, blinded Yuki Nakai, who did he really beat? I know he was in his late 30's-early 40's by the mid-late 90's but their were more legit guys even then.

Fedor beats Brock 9/10

Without a doubt that LW GP would've been legendary! Out of the line-up my pick would've been Shinya. I feel like Pettis vs Aldo wouldn't have played out like most think it would've... As for the Fedor vs Cro Cop rematch, they were both in their prime & while it was an awesome fight, I didn't see the need for a rematch. The only thing about that one in particular I will say is that I believe Cro Cop was undefeated against opponents in rematches by the end of his career so that makes for an interesting statistic.

I think Jones would've handled Silva easily even in Silva's prime. I also think GSP would've gotten the W over Silva but I think that would've been a very close fight. Rutten was pretty much already done right as Liddell was starting his career so that match up would've never happened. Hypothetically, I think a green Chuck would've still gotten the W. i think Fedor would've dominated Randy any day of the week.

As for my own personal experience I have a hot take, Holly Holm. I used to play in a band & on one particular tour while we were in Albuquerque I stopped by Jackson-Wink. I walked in & spoke to the front desk/security guy (???) & told him I just wanted to watch them train. He told me when the "pro" class started, to come back then & he'd let me watch from the upper floor. I was pleasantly surprised when I came back because he told me I could sit on the benches on the mats. The only "stars" that showed up were Jon Jones, Holy Holm, & Diego Sanchez. After the class/session, I approached each of them for a picture. Jones just straight up ignored me, Diego happily obliged & even chatted with me for a few, but Holly straight up said "Sorry I don't do pictures" & fast walked right past me. Jones is a well known douche but Holly not so much. I couldn't even give either of them the benefit of the doubt because neither of them were really participating in the drills or sparring they were just there & randomly intermingled with the class when they felt like it. Diego on the other hand did every drill & rolled with everyone & still made time for a fan.

I've got a second-hand story about Lombard as well from an old instructor & training partners. At one point in time the gym I used to go to was an ATT affiliate & a group of them would occasionally travel drive down to ATT for special seminars. Supposedly, Hector hit on our instructor's wife super aggressively & feared no consequence. Our instructor said absolutely nothing apparently lol.

Not sure who i'm going with on this one. I'm just happy they gave him a top 10 ranked opponent like he deserves.

I can't really comment on the tycoon match-ups as that was either before my time playing or I just don't recognize the names. Mousasi vs Anderson is a great one! Until I just looked at his record, I didn't realize how on fire Mousasi was outside of the UFC during Anderson's reign. As far as the match up goes that's a tough one to call imo. I'm betting if Khabib vs Tony does happen it'll be someday when we no longer care lol

I often wonder about some old school (90's-00's) dream match ups that never happened. A couple that stick out to me are: Igor Vovchanchyn vs Bas Rutten Ken Shamrock vs Tank Abbott Frank Shamrock vs Randy Couture Chuck Liddell vs Dan Henderson Shogun Rua vs Rich Franklin Give your thoughts on these & put yours down too!

Just looked at the LHW, MW, & WW rosters & I see why Dana doesn't know what do with Anderson.While fighting Pettis would be cool (I love a good size difference; Pride Never Die!) it seems unlikely. Barring prospects & doing just fun veteran fights their aren't that many intriguing options: Chris Weidman III Diego Sanchez @ 185 (lol) Robbie Lawler @ 185 Matt Brown @ 185 Tim Boestch (lol) Ed Herman (lol) I don't think he'd fight Shogun as they were friends from the Chute Boxe days but that would be a fun one.

Hey guys just wanted to let you know I plan on shutting the doors relatively soon. The plan is after July to only book the fighters on win streaks & release the rest. I enjoyed running the org but several things just lowered my morale for continuing: People signing contracts & then requesting only ground/standup fighters (sorry I don't take requests that's not how this works lol), FA's.. my god the FA's, & sinking $850k with zero returns at all after 15 events following the appropriate formulas (I was hoping to break even at least). If you would like to have your fighter released just shoot me a message & i'll be happy to release him. All that being said 90% of all managers were awesome to work with & at it's height we had a 100% satisfaction rate with 19 votes. I appreciate the positive reception & who knows I may start up a more traditional MMA or KT org someday.

He messaged me literally 2 days ago asking to join. The interactions we've had have always been positive. The GBU 2020-06-25 06:38:54 Hey mate, I was interested in joining your alliance 'The GBU' whatchu you think of the idea? -Jay Re: The GBU 2020-06-25 06:43:47 Sure man love to have you on! Let me ask the guys first & i'll get back to you. Re: The GBU 2020-06-26 06:34:31 Just wanted to update you. Nobody said yay or nay so you should be good. Just have to wait on Camara to send you an invite as he's the only one who has access to send it. Re: Re: The GBU 2020-06-26 10:54:37 cheers bro appreciate the message, fingers crossed the homie sends an invite -jay

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Do you make graphics for trophies by chance?

Florida Fight Squad "Of the Night" Awards Recap! FFS 9: Avon Park Venue: Parking Garage http://mmatycoon.com/images/posters/1588752501Gun_hill_garage.jpg Fight of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/31/31w45.jpg VS http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/0/15784713789822.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Belgium.png Archy Banoffee (1-0) vs http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Nigeria.png Anike Chukwu (2-1) Winner: http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Belgium.png Archy Banoffee Decision (Split) / 3 minutes This was a fight that perfectly displayed two different schools of thought when it comes to striking: The brawling, power punching of Archy Banoffee vs. The technical, accurate Kickboxing of Anike Chukwu. Both fighters gave the inebriated crowd what they wanted which was a stand up war! Most of Banoffee punches missed as he swung wildly but when they connected Chukwu felt his power. Banoffee knocked Chukwu down once for every minute of the fight. The first time with a beautiful combination, scond time with a big right hand, & the third time with a devastating uppercut. After being sent down to the concrete over & over, Chukwu got back up every time & still was competitive. While Chukwu was versatile with his striking throwing both punches & kicks, it was his leg kicks in particular that Banoffee didn't seem to have an answer for. After taking 12 unchecked leg kicks, both of Banoffee's legs were in bad shape leaving him hobbling about but still game to fight. It was a tough call but the split decision was given to Banoffee based on the significance of the knockdowns. Once the fight was over & the adrenaline had worn off both fighters had to be assisted out of the parking garage & both were taken to the local hospital due to the damage sustained in the fight. Knockout of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/30/30w24.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_States_of_America.png Sam Winchester (1-1) TKO (Knees) / 31 seconds Sam Winchester showed the Florida crowd how effective Muay Thai can be in a street fight & man did they appreciate it! Both fighters exchanged a couple of punches but nothing significant. Once Winchester was in range he immediately went for the Thai Plum forcing his opponent up against the door of a Black Escalade & unloaded a big knee straight up the middle which bloodied & dropped his opponent. Winchester let him back up but once again put him right back in the Thai Plum. Winchester's opponent tried to arch his back to avoid the incoming knees but as they kept pouring on the referee jumped in to stop it. It was a little early of a stoppage but Winchester wasn't stopping anytime soon. Bad news for both fighters was they received a bill for the body work on the Escalade they dented. Tough break.

Florida Fight Squad "Of the Night" Awards Recap! FFS 8: Sebring Venue: Country Western Bar http://mmatycoon.com/images/posters/1588740750The_Limit01.jpg Fight of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/0/14974580734642.png VS http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/14/14b6.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Haiti.png Peguero Jean "Vit Chat" Philippe (2-0) vs http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_Kingdom.png Jason Cole (0-3) Winner: http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Haiti.png Peguero Jean "Vit Chat" Philippe Decision (Unanimous) / 3 minutes The former Haitian soccer player Peguero Jean Philippe tried to end the fight early, & almost did, when he landed an uppercut from hell that sent the UK's Jason Cole flying into the crowd. As he fell through the crowd, beers & cigarettes joined him as he hit the hardwood floor. The ref nearly stopped the fight right there to avoid the audience from stomping Cole out for spilling their shit but surprisingly everyone was so into the fight no one seemed all that bothered. Cole managed to grab one of Philippe's legs & pulled him into his guard which bought him some time to recover his senses. Philippe threw punches with reckless abandon but Cole managed to either block or dodge nearly every strike. Interestingly enough, it was Cole who landed the most strikes on the bottom with the most notable being a nice upkick. Ultimately, Philippe was given the decision as he almost finished the fight & kept the dominant position. Word is Philippe sprained or possibly broke something in his hand from hitting the wooden floor so many times. We couldn't confirm that with him as he doesn't speak much English. He just pointed at the bar & said "Eske mwen ka gen yon bye?". We handed him a few cold ones & he was all good after that. Knockout of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/0/15769855537654.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_States_of_America.png "Old" Jesse Custer (2-0) KO (Punch) / 58 seconds As Custer's opponent moonwalked to the tunes of Willie Nelson playing in the background shortly before the fight began, it gave Custer all the motivation he needed to knock some sense into him. As a Texan, Custer knows you don't disrespect the timeless classics of Willie Nelson with some silly dance especially in a Country Western Bar. From the opening bell, Custer punished his opponent's head & body with punches. Custer split him open with a straight right & countered a sloppy clinch attempt with a massive hook that knocked his opponent out before he hit the floor. Custer's opponent woke up in a daze right as "Mammas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys" was finishing up on the jukebox. Submission of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/17/17b2.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Ireland.png "The Gypsy Warrior" Bobby Minnagh (1-2) Kimura / 48 seconds Cousin to the PFC BW Champ, Seamus "The Gypsy Prince" MacNamara, "The Gypsy Warrior" Bobby Minnagh came into the fight game with some big expectations of him. Unfortunately for him, he was 0-2 going into this fight. With the thought of further disgracing his family, he was determined to bring home a W & that he did! Bobby started the match off with a powerful takedown which had them ending up fighting mostly under a pool table hampering both fighter's mobility & ability to get up. After working some ground & pound, avoiding a Guillotine, & working his way to half guard, Minnagh managed to to free his trapped foot & locked up a Kimura for the submission victory.

Florida Fight Squad "Of the Night" Awards Recap! FFS 7: South Bay Venue: Power Plant (Raining) http://mmatycoon.com/images/posters/158822209720200430_003951.jpg Fight of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/25/25w22.jpg VS http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/38/38w9.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_Kingdom.png Sergio Pizzorno (1-0) vs http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Germany.png Dudley "The Powerhouse" Dilbrandt (0-1) Winner: http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_Kingdom.png Sergio Pizzorno Decision (Unanimous) / 3 minutes Despite the pouring rain, intensity of the crowd, & the unnerving buzz of the nearby electrical machinery, these two 16-year old fighters were calm as a cucumber & ready to fight. Dilbrandt, the taller, heavier fighter rushed forward aggressively trying to grab a hold of Pizzorno but the rain made it nearly impossible. However, the poor visibility didn't seem to be a hindrance to Pizzorno as all of his punches hit their mark. Pizzorno already having rocked Dilbrandt earlier in the fight sent his opponent crashing into the mud with a series of combos. Pizzorno pursued him onto the ground looking for a finish. Pizzorno tried all he could to finish the fight with a flurry of punches & elbows from the half guard but they either hit the air or the mud. Dilbrandt hung in there on the defensive & even attempted a Guillotine that was easily escaped. The fight ended shortly after that with a clear, concise winner. I see a rematch in the future for these young stars in the making. Knockout of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/20/20a1.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Russian_Federation.png Khizri Aliyev (1-1) KO (punch) / 47 seconds Aliyev's opponent attempted several takedowns at the start of the fight. In these grappling exchanges, Aliyev was shoved right into the protective fencing mere feet away from the dangerous, electrical transformers. Sensing the real danger he was in, Aliyev stepped on the gas & rocked his opponent with punches ending it with a massive overhand right leaving his Canadian opponent facedown in the mud. Submission of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/10/10b13.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Canada.png Isaiah "Filthy" Laughlin (3-2) Kimura / 57 seconds While the poor weather conditions didn't favor grappling much at this event somebody forgot to tell Isaiah Laughlin. After getting hit with a body shot & a big left hand, Isaiah changed levels & drove through with a really nice takedown into side control. No so good for them was they managed to plow through & partially slide under the chain link security fence with both guys getting all cut to hell in the process. Despite the slickness of the blood & rain water, Isaiah fished for armlocks until finally getting a good Kimura grip & finishing the hold tapping out his opponent.

Good news! I found a professional artist who will be doing the artwork over a 3 month period. I will update this thread for those interested in the game with updates!

Florida Fight Squad "Of the Night" Awards Recap! FFS 6: Bunnell Venue: Scrapyard http://mmatycoon.com/images/posters/1587628895Hunts_point_scrapyard.jpg Fight of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/12/12w5.jpg VS http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/32/32w18.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_Kingdom.png "Troublesome" Matthew Fritz (1-0) vs http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_Kingdom.png Killian Hassan (1-1) Winner: http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_Kingdom.png "Troublesome" Matthew Fritz TKO (strikes) / 2 minutes 51 seconds The UK earned some respect from the locals here in Florida as both fighters showed us how the Brits throw down. For the first minute, Fritz battered Hassan with punches. Hassan, seemingly unphased, continued to move forward but showed virtually no offense & was content to eat shots showing off his durability. Hassan eventually shot in & scored a takedown. However, nothing was attempted from the advantageous position & shockingly Hassan stood back up. This was perfectly okay with Fritz as he went back to work tenderizing Hassan's face. After a succession of punches, Fritz rocked Hassan with a lunging uppercut & then planted his feet landing a really nice straight left hand that dropped Hassan. Hassan had no idea where he was & tried to hang in there but the ref called it off shortly after. The fans were treated to a great display of Fritz's boxing prowess & Hassan's durability. Knockout of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/43/43w13.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/Russian_Federation.png Oleg "The Gator" Gazbinski (1-0) KO (punch) / 21 seconds Both fighters came out swingin' as soon as the ref said "FIGHT!". Gazbinski knocked the Irishman down with a big right hand opening up a cut. Gazbinski then waved for his opponent to get back to his feet. The second Murphy was back up Gazbinski rushed in with the same punch knocking him back down to the ground. This time however Murphy sprung right back to his feet albeit a little wobbly. Still recovering his senses, Murphy got the wind knocked out of him with a big punch to the stomach. Bloody, winded, & wobbled, Murphy circled right into Gazbinski's power side eating a beautiful right hook & fell face first into the dirt. Submission of the Night http://mmatycoon.com/gallery/41/41a7.jpg http://mmatycoon.com/images/flags_small/United_States_of_America.png Armie "Lightning" Aiden (1-1) Triangle / 1 minute 39 seconds Aiden damn near earned "Knockout of the Night" when he scored a big head kick that sent his Afghan opponent tumbling into the dirt opening a huge gash. Aiden decided to let him back up which later in the fight we discovered he was being kind. It turns out Aiden is very well versed on the ground. Aiden clinched, pulled guard, & secured a textbook triangle choke showing off his versatile skills.

Not a bad idea my friend!

Thanks for showing interest in the actual game itself guys! I'm actually communicating & in negotiations with several artists right now in regards to the illustrations. I will most certainly keep you guys posted!

This was a fun read!

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