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MFC Staff Curtis Ledger
At MFC 33, Nathan “Soulforce” Coy offered MFC fans one of the most destructive championship victories ever seen in the organization. The welterweight looked middleweight strong and dropped heavyweight elbows and essentially forced the doctors to save Ryan McGillivray from the punishment. Only months before that, Soulforce defeated the intimidating Dhiego Lima and made it look easy. At this point, it’s fair to ask the question – who on Earth wants to step in the ring against this guy next.
One name being tossed around is Steve Carl, and this guy could pose a true test to Coy. Carl has the experience, with 19 fights, to keep up with the wily champion. He has the skill set, with 11 submissions, to counter the champ’s remarkable wrestling. He has the pretty boy face, Iraq war experience, and charisma on the microphone to make his title challenge a very sellable fight to casual fans and the credentials to make it an intriguing fight to hard-core fans. Another name being thrown around like 11-1 Kenny Robertson with most of his wins coming by submission, should the MFC make this signing, yet another great fight could be added to the Total Recall card. (more…)
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By MMA Fights Staff
Recently we caught up with Maximum Fighting Championship’s Sabah ‘The Persian Warrior’ Fadai again regarding the recent drama between him and old foe Diego Bautista. When the two 155 pounders locked horns at MFC 33 earlier this month Diego Bautista was kneed in the head from Fadai while on the ground. Bautista then insisted he was unable to continue and the bout was subsequently declared a no contest. Fadai not long after voiced his suspicions, claiming that he did not beleive Bautista to be seriously injured.
Sabah Fadai and Diegio Bautista were set to go at it again on August 10th later this year at MFC 34. According to various reliable sources Diego Bautista has pulled out of his scheduled rematch with Sabah Fadai citing injury. This time round Fadai pulled no punches regarding the matter and delivered this exclusive statement directly to us here at mma-fights.co.uk… (more…)
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MFC Staff Curtis Ledger
MFC 34 is aptly named Total Recall in reference to the plethora of exciting rematches on the card. Derek Parker vs. Jared McComb, Adam Lynn vs. Mukai Maromo, and Sabah Fadai vs. Diego Bautista are all intriguing rematches likely to go down in August. It wouldn’t be entirely surprising to see Jamie Toney and Andrew Buckland give it another go as well after a great up-and-down-back-and-forth bout at MFC 33. Although these rematches offer something to get excited about, one stands out above the rest – Sabah Fadai vs. Diego Bautista.
Derek Parker and Jared McComb put on a great fight because both guys can – and will – throw punches and take punches. This, combined with a deep-hearted effort from both fighters, resulted in a slobber knocker of a fight where crisp striking gave way to wild flinging, and there wasn’t a fan in the house complaining. Both guys showed respect to one another, but they certainly won’t let that get in the way of putting on another violent show at MFC 34. This will be a great rematch.
Adam Lynn and Mukai Maromo fought to a split decision that received mixed reviews. Well, the reviews weren’t all that mixed. Two judges scored the fight for Maromo and the rest of the audible MMA community scored the fight for Lynn. Undoubtedly this would irritate Adam Lynn, and it must drive Mukai Maromo absolutely nuts. Having so many pundits publicly criticize his victory will push young Maromo to do everything in his power to put Lynn away as quickly and viciously as possible in their rematch. At the same time, Lynn will do everything in his power to take the judges out of the equation. All the ingredients are there for a passionate fight filled with fireworks.
With fantastic fights like these lined up, what makes Fadai and Bautista the one to get most excited about? Simple. It’s mystery. These guys barely had time to touch gloves before an accidental illegal knee ended the fight with a very unsatisfying no contest. Fadai looked crisp and strong early on. Bautista seemed ready to unleash his crazy aggression. The tension and excitement was fresh in the air, and then it ended. This left a huge gap in the hearts of fans wondering how this intense battle would have played out. It’s hard to remember a fighter looking as exciting in a loss as Bautista did in his bout with Ryan McGillivray. Fighting against a savvy stand-up artist like Sabah Fadai, it’s easy to imagine the intensity Diego would bring. There was every reason to expect a sick fight. The fact fans never got to see a winner is a true shame, but it almost seems worth it for the incredible excitement leading into their rematch. (more…)
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Collision Course card one of the Maximum Fighting Championship’s best
For Immediate Release
One of the most epic and thrilling nights in the 12-year history of the Maximum Fighting Championship is coming to TSN2.
MFC 33: Collision Course will air on TSN2 on Saturday, June 9 at 5 p.m. ET/3 p.m. MT/2 p.m. PT and is sure to be an unforgettable experience of world-class fighters who put everything they’ve got on the line.
The MFC 33 card features the impressive performance put on by newly crowned MFC welterweight champion Nathan “Soul Force” Coy in his quest for the title against home-town hero Ryan “The Kid” McGillivray.
Collision Course also gives mixed martial arts fans across Canada the opportunity to make their own judgment on the highly controversial showdown between former U.S. Marine Adam Lynn and “The Afrikan Assassin” Mukai Maromo. The outcome, which left many in disbelief, has already resulted in an immediate rematch slated for MFC 34 on August 10 – and this time with the MFC lightweight title at stake.
MFC 33 also showcased the long-awaited return of accomplished judo/jiu-jitsu practitioner Luke Harris, plus the fiery clash between former hockey enforcer Derek “The Lion” Parker and Jared “The Yeti” McComb.
This was one of the most memorable nights ever for the Maximum Fighting Championship, and fans will be riveted from start to finish. Don’t miss MFC 33: Collision Course on TSN2.
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ECSC STATEMENT – MFC 33, That was held on MAY 4, 2012
BOUT: DIEGO BAUTISTA VS. SABAH FADAI
Background on the Bout Referee:
The referee for this bout was from Manitoba. He has refereed from the local level up to and including the MFC previously and the UFC. He is considered of one Canada’s foremost MMA referees.
At the one minute mark of the first round, the referee terminated the bout announcing that an illegal knee strike had occurred, delivered by Sabah Fadai to Diego Bautista.
The referee’s decision, announced by the ring announcer, was that it was an accidental foul, not an intentional foul. Since the call was made during the first round of the fight and since Bautista could not continue, in accordance with the Unified Rules of MMA, the bout is declared a “no contest”. That is the rule. The decision is final. (more…)
