MULVANE, KS. (July 22, 2016) – In the main event of the evening, Darrion Caldwell (9-1) was submitted by Joe Taimanglo (23-6-1) in an absolutely shocking upset :09 seconds into the third and final frame.
With the defeat, awọn 2009 NCAA Div. 1 National Champion was handed the first loss of his career, nigba ti “Juggernaut” has the entire Island of Guam rocking with his guillotine submission win. “The Wolf” was cruising heading into the third and final frame, but after shooting for a takedown, Taimanglo slapped on a choke and didn’t relinquish the hold until Caldwell tapped. The fight was slated to be a title eliminator, but because of Taimanglo failing to make weight, it remains to be seen who will challenge next for Eduardo Dantas’ akọle.
Guillard Assassinates ‘Caveman’ in Front of Hometown Faithful
Melvin Guillard (33-16-2) put Dave Rickels (17-5) to sleep in front of his hometown fans during the co-main event of "Bellator 159: Caldwell vs. Taimanglo.” Lẹhin 90 seconds of closely contested action, “The Young Assassin” caught “The Caveman,” then followed with a series of vicious elbows that ended the action at 2:14 ti yika kan.
Lẹhin ti awọn ija, Guillard made it clear that he is done as a lightweight and will carry on his Bellator MMA career at 170-pounds, and hopes to fight renowned welterweight Paul "Semtex" Daley.
Ducote Taps Vargas in Flyweight Bout
Emily Ducote (3-1) ofo Bruna Vargas (2-1) the first loss of her short career, landing an overhand right that she quickly followed up with a rear-naked choke, forcing the referee to call a halt to the action at :29 ti yika meji. Lẹhin ti awọn ija, Ducote dedicated the fight to her grandmother, who has helped her a great deal throughout her upbringing and supported her decision to pursue a career in mixed martial arts. Look for Ducote to make waves in the flyweight division in the future.
Weichel ‘Weasels’ Out Split Decision Win
In a fight that had plenty of title implications for both 145-pounders, Daniel Weichel (37-9) weaseled out a close decision victory against Emmanuel Sanchez (13-3) on Friday night, receiving the benefit of the doubt from two of the three cage side judges. Weichel has now been on the positive end of 10 straight decisions, while Sanchez has been involved in four straight consecutive split decisions.
Alakoko Kaadi esi:
Brandon Phillips (6-1) ṣẹgun Chuka Willis (8-3) nipasẹ unanimous ipinnu (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Chris Harris (7-0) ṣẹgun Matt Foster (6-9) nipasẹ ifakalẹ (Ru-ni ihooho choke) ni 1:23 of R1
Trey Ogden (6-1) ṣẹgun Manny Meraz (8-3) nipasẹ ifakalẹ (Guillotine choke) ni 2:37 of R2
Philipe Lins (10-1) ṣẹgun William Viana (7-3) nipasẹ KO (Punches) ni 1:14 of R2
Jessica Middleton (1-0) ṣẹgun Bruna Ellen (2-1) nipasẹ unanimous ipinnu (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Gaston Reyno (6-1) ṣẹgun L.J. Hermreck (3-2) nipasẹ TKO (Punches) ni 3:57 of R3
Johnny Marigo (2-0) ṣẹgun Andy Riley (2-2) nipasẹ ifakalẹ (Armbar) ni 2:44 of R1
Fernando Martinez (15-10-1) ṣẹgun Marcio Navarro (14-13) nipasẹ pipin ipinnu (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)