World Series of Fighting 27, 1/23/2016

[Sanity Check]

Mike Ricci got injured.

Luiz Firmino's replacing him on short notice.

Teddy Holder vs. Shamil Gamzatov
Luiz Firmino vs. Caros Fodor
Jaleel Willis vs. Chauncey Foxworth
Jorge Medina vs. Bryce Mitchell
Justin Hartley vs. Wade Johnson
Wesley Sharp vs. Alvin Williams
Zach Underwood vs. Jason Williams

[JIBBBY]

MMA mania, best write up I found...


205 lbs.: Teddy Holder (9-2) vs. Shamil Gamzatov (9-0)
Holder is an ideal candidate to headline a card in Memphis as a native of Bartlett, Tenn., even though he ended up there when WSOF shuffled the card because of and injury. Holder's stunning knockout of Thiago Silva made MMAmania.com's "Top 5 of 2015," so the undefeated Gamzatov has to know what he's up against in his Decagon debut.
Gamzatov comes in with the confidence of a finisher, ending 44 percent of his bouts with knockouts and 56 percent with submissions, so we'll soon know if his record is inflated by fighting minor league competition overseas as compared to the North American circuit. Holder is known primarily as a striker, but does have two submissions in his nine wins so it can't be ruled out, although his defense wasn't adequate against David Branch. The likelihood he wouldn't have shored up his game in the interim is low, though, and he'll be highly motivated for this hometown fight.
Final result: Teddy Holder via split decision
155 lbs.: Caros Fodor (10-4) vs. Luiz Firmino (18-6)
Fodor makes his return to the North American fight scene after going three out of four in ONE FC. And to WSOF's delight, he is also the brother of caped crusader Phoenix Jones. He's tailor-made for this card given his nickname is "The Future." His opponent, "Buscape" Firmino, is a multi-time Decagon veteran who was also featured on The Ultimate Fighter (TUF), though it's no surprise he didn't move on to UFC after Dana White buried his performance.
To be fair, Firmino can be a "blanket" in many of his fights, given 10 of his 18 wins have been ground out via decision. As a Blackzilians-trained fighter, though, you'd expect him to have a formidable submission game, which accounts for seven of his wins, meaning the only thing you really can't expect from him is a knockout. Fodor does have knockout power, but he's also a submission artist himself (50 percent of his wins) so the odds of this being a chess match fight are high. On the other hand, "styles make fights" and if the two neutralize each other this could just be a brawl.
Final result: Caros Fodor via unanimous decision
170 lbs.: Jaleel Willis (5-0) vs. Chauncey Foxworth (1-0)
Two unheralded rising prospects benefit from the exposure they'll receive on the main card for NBC Sports, although if WSOF has higher hopes for either man, it's likely to be Willis. That's because 80 percent of Willis' fights end via technical knockout in the first round. And if his YouTube highlights are any indication, he's incredibly deadly if he's on top on the ground. Foxworth's one and only professional fight to date is online as well, though, and it shows him wobbling Linc Battee with a head kick and pounding it out on the ground at 3:16. If it's power vs. experience, though, Willis has the competitive edge.
Final result: Jaleel Willis via technical knockout in the second round
145 lbs.: Jorge Medina (4-2) vs. Bryce Mitchell (4-0)
In another pair of fighters with nothing to lose and a great platform to showcase themselves, these Featherweight up-and-comers come along at an ideal time given Lance Palmer just lost the title and a new crop of talent may want to vault ahead of him in line to face Alexandre de Almeida. Medina comes in with zero knockouts and three submissions, and his weapon of choice is the rear-naked choke. The undefeated Mitchell has won all of his fights via submission and "Thug Nasty" likes the rear-naked choke, too, getting it 75 percent of the time. Unlike our Welterweight fight this one is virtually a coin flip.

[JIBBBY]

Teddy Holder may be a live dog in this one by the way..... Liking the under..

Sat 1/23		3001 Teddy Holder		<input id="radiox" value="M1_0" name="radiox" type="radio">+230	<input id="radiox" value="L1_0" name="radiox" type="radio">o1½ +175
11:00PM		3002 Shamil Gamzatov		<input id="radiox" value="M2_0" name="radiox" type="radio">-270	<input id="radiox" value="L2_0" name="radiox" type="radio">u1½ -210

This is a little more additional info....MMAmania again...

The headliner was going to see Mike Ricci take on Caros Fodor, but Ricci got injured and was removed from the card. He was replaced by Luiz Firmino, and the bout with Fodor was moved to the co-main event, with a light heavyweight fight between Teddy Holder and Shamil Gamzatov promoted to the top spot. Until yesterday, when Ray Sefo said that Fodor/Firmino was the main event.
Got all that? Good. Let's take a brief look at the fights now. By the way, the card goes down in the Comerica Theatre in Phoenix. The prelims will be streamed live here on Bloody Elbow, and kick off around 8:30pm ET (there are only three prelim fights - yeah, it's weird). The main card kicks off at 10pm ET on NBC Sports Network.
Luiz Firmino vs. Caros Fodor - Your "Future Champs" headliner is a 33-year-old who hasn't fought in a year and a half against a 32-year-old UFC and ONE veteran who is making his WSOF debut. Firmino is on a five-fight winning streak and does have two wins in two WSOF fights. They were over respectable names too - Tyson Griffin and Jacob Volkmann. Fodor probably has the more well-rounded game, but Firmino has the ability to decision a lot of good fighters. Honestly, I'm not expecting a ton of fireworks here.
Prediction: Caros Fodor by decision
Teddy Holder vs. Shamil Gamzatov - Holder burst on the WSOF scene by knocking out Thiago Silva as a late replacement and sizable underdog. He came back down to earth quickly however, getting submitted by an undersized David Branch in a little over two minutes in September. Gamzatov is an undefeated Dagestani prospect who has never gone the distance. I don't think you need to be Nostradamus to figure out who's taking this one.
Prediction: Shamil Gamzatov by submission, round 1

[BELM0NT]

Like that under jibbs. I might parlay that with fodor fight over 2.5. Fodor seems like a good pick also

[JIBBBY]

Like that under jibbs. I might parlay that with fodor fight over 2.5. Fodor seems like a good pick also

Not a bad idea.. Was actually thinking of that combo myself earlier..

[JIBBBY]

I'm gonna try Holder and Fodor as dog plays on this card.. This event is a bit tough to cap because of all the in experience basically for all the fighters. Going off some vid and write ups as I'm hoping and thinking one of these dogs hit at worst.... I think they have a decent shot at winning...

$100.00

$230.00

Pending

1/23/16 11:00pm MMA Fighting 3001 Teddy Holder +230* <small>vs</small> Shamil Gamzatov

$100.00

$190.00

Pending

1/23/16 11:30pm MMA Fighting 3101 Caros Fodor +190* <small>vs</small> Luiz Firmino

[Unwritten Law]

Was initially leaning on all the favorites here.

[JIBBBY]

I fell asleep.. Didn't even think there would be props up for this event.. Just checked now.. I wouldn't have played those straights but most likely pathway to victory for better odds with these props instead.. Errrrr!

<small>Teddy Holder vs Shamil Gamzatov - Light Heavyweight 3 rounds - WSOF 27</small>
Sat 1/23		3003 Holder / Gamzatov goes 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_0" name="radiox" type="radio">+450
11:00PM		3004 Fight won’t go 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_0" name="radiox" type="radio">-750
Sat 1/23		3005 Holder wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_1" name="radiox" type="radio">+268
11:00PM		3006 Not Holder inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_1" name="radiox" type="radio">-388
Sat 1/23		3007 Holder wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_2" name="radiox" type="radio">+900
11:00PM		3008 Not Holder by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_2" name="radiox" type="radio">-1850
Sat 1/23		3009 Gamzatov wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_3" name="radiox" type="radio">-195
11:00PM		3010 Not Gamzatov inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_3" name="radiox" type="radio">+155
Sat 1/23		3011 Gamzatov wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_4" name="radiox" type="radio">+685
11:00PM		3012 Not Gamzatov by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_4" name="radiox" type="radio">-1455
Sat 1/23		3013 Holder / Gamzatov draw		<input id="radiox" value="M1_5" name="radiox" type="radio">+27500
11:00PM		3014 Fight not a draw		<input id="radiox" value="M2_5" name="radiox" type="radio">-82500
<small>Caros Fodor vs Luiz Firmino - Lightweight 3 rounds - WSOF 27</small>
Sat 1/23		3103 Fodor / Firmino goes 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_6" name="radiox" type="radio">-190
11:30PM		3104 Fight won’t go 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_6" name="radiox" type="radio">+150
Sat 1/23		3105 Fodor wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_7" name="radiox" type="radio">+420
11:30PM		3106 Not Fodor inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_7" name="radiox" type="radio">-650
Sat 1/23		3107 Fodor wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_8" name="radiox" type="radio">+325
11:30PM		3108 Not Fodor by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_8" name="radiox" type="radio">-475
Sat 1/23		3109 Firmino wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_9" name="radiox" type="radio">+280
11:30PM		3110 Not Firmino inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_9" name="radiox" type="radio">-400
Sat 1/23		3111 Firmino wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_10" name="radiox" type="radio">-125
11:30PM		3112 Not Firmino by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_10" name="radiox" type="radio">-115
Sat 1/23		3113 Fodor / Firmino draw		<input id="radiox" value="M1_11" name="radiox" type="radio">+15500
11:30PM		3114 Fight not a draw		<input id="radiox" value="M2_11" name="radiox" type="radio">-46500
<small>Chauncey Foxworth vs Jaleel Willis - Welterweight 3 rounds - WSOF 27</small>
Sat 1/23		3203 Foxworth / Willis goes 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_12" name="radiox" type="radio">+185
10:30PM		3204 Fight won’t go 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_12" name="radiox" type="radio">-265
Sat 1/23		3205 Foxworth wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_13" name="radiox" type="radio">+419
10:30PM		3206 Not Foxworth inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_13" name="radiox" type="radio">-645
Sat 1/23		3207 Foxworth wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_14" name="radiox" type="radio">+750
10:30PM		3208 Not Foxworth by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_14" name="radiox" type="radio">-1580
Sat 1/23		3209 Willis wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_15" name="radiox" type="radio">-135
10:30PM		3210 Not Willis inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_15" name="radiox" type="radio">-105
Sat 1/23		3211 Willis wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_16" name="radiox" type="radio">+250
10:30PM		3212 Not Willis by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_16" name="radiox" type="radio">-350
Sat 1/23		3213 Foxworth / Willis draw		<input id="radiox" value="M1_17" name="radiox" type="radio">+21000
10:30PM		3214 Fight not a draw		<input id="radiox" value="M2_17" name="radiox" type="radio">-63000
<small>Jorge Medina vs Bryce Mitchell - Lightweight 3 rounds - WSOF 27</small>
Sat 1/23		3303 Medina / Mitchell goes 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_18" name="radiox" type="radio">+375
10:00PM		3304 Fight won’t go 3 round distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_18" name="radiox" type="radio">-565
Sat 1/23		3305 Medina wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_19" name="radiox" type="radio">+513
10:00PM		3306 Not Medina inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_19" name="radiox" type="radio">-937
Sat 1/23		3307 Medina wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_20" name="radiox" type="radio">+1000
10:00PM		3308 Not Medina by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_20" name="radiox" type="radio">-2000
Sat 1/23		3309 Mitchell wins inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M1_21" name="radiox" type="radio">-277
10:00PM		3310 Not Mitchell inside distance		<input id="radiox" value="M2_21" name="radiox" type="radio">+197
Sat 1/23		3311 Mitchell wins by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M1_22" name="radiox" type="radio">+470
10:00PM		3312 Not Mitchell by 3 round decision		<input id="radiox" value="M2_22" name="radiox" type="radio">-810
Sat 1/23		3313 Medina / Mitchell draw		<input id="radiox" value="M1_23" name="radiox" type="radio">+27500
10:00PM		3314 Fight not a draw		<input id="radiox" value="M2_23" name="radiox" type="radio">-82500

[Killer_Demo]

Thx for posting this. Gonna watch tonight, these small cards have 1 or 2 great fights. Can smash

[JIBBBY]

Alright guys..

It's probably gonna be a small crowd posting on this live event tonight.. I'm in on SBR live event posting!!!

I'm playing small on this event.... This parlay to start off the betting night.. May hit some props still if I'm feeling it.





x 4 books -

Jan 23, 2016
5:41 PM
Placed by Web

2 Team Parlay #639995495

UFC/MMA - Fight Winner
Bryce Mitchell vs Jorge Medina
Bryce Mitchell 0.0 (-550) Jan 23, 2016 10:00 PM

UFC/MMA - Fight Winner
Jaleel Willis vs Chauncey Foxworth
Jaleel Willis 0.0 (-360) Jan 23, 2016 10:30 PM



$100.00

$51.00

[Unwritten Law]

A deceiving stat is Foxworth. Seems like he's had a fair share of pro/amateur bouts that's not on his record.

Also, noticed UFC fighter's record does not reflect the same when fighters are official announced in the ring/octagon.

[mirinquads]

Garbage card. Firmino wins though.

[JIBBBY]

Garbage card. Firmino wins though.

Yeah no known names other then Mike Ricci really but these are all up and comers so you never know where a few of these guys might be in a couple years.. In the main card there are 4 undefeated fighters.. They seem like competitive match ups overall so maybe we'll get some decent fights to watch..

I'm betting small.. I'll check it though..



I think Bellator is better then WSOF myself.. I know those cans alot better that's for sure..

Was checking out Legacy and Pat Miletech wants to fight the winner of the Ken Shamrock fight.. LOL... He's sees a paycheck and big pay day.... I was hoping Bas would come out of retirement but his knees are shot..

The oldest can to juice the most wins...

[BELM0NT]

Betting small also, some cheap entertainment until next weekends fights. Good luck peeps

[Unwritten Law]

Go big! No robbery in these small time events.

[spurginobili]

[QUOTE=JIBBBY;25191889]Teddy Holder may be a live dog in this one by the way..... Liking the under..

Sat 1/23		3001 Teddy Holder		<input id="radiox" value="M1_0" name="radiox" type="radio">+230	<input id="radiox" value="L1_0" name="radiox" type="radio">o1½ +175
11:00PM		3002 Shamil Gamzatov		<input id="radiox" value="M2_0" name="radiox" type="radio">-270	<input id="radiox" value="L2_0" name="radiox" type="radio">u1½ -210

Yeah, looks like he's never been to a 2nd round, win or lose. lol

Parlayed Willis ITD with the Holder under

[spurginobili]

These guys looked amped...added parlay under here with Holder under

[JIBBBY]

Black on black crime in this one.. What you talk'n bout Willis??

[Unwritten Law]

Nice pre-fight trash talking lol

[spurginobili]

These guys looked amped...added parlay under here with Holder under

...and they both go for the takedown..fukk

[JIBBBY]

Thought Willis had that choke.. Wrassling rules so far...

[spurginobili]

Thought Willis had that choke.. Wrassling rules so far...

I know..unbelievable

[JIBBBY]

...and they both go for the takedown..fukk

Sorry Spurgs.. Not a bad bet though, but with a dominate wrestler those overs happen.. I passed on it because of that... Willis has crazy trip take downs..

[Unwritten Law]

Love me some Poison!

[Killer_Demo]

I love that bas commercial, all the meatheads hitting the bag

[JIBBBY]

Willis bleeding out, may need a blood transfusion after the fight.. River ran red... They better not stop this..

[Killer_Demo]

Damn. Paint the cage red

[spurginobili]

Willis bleeding out, may need a blood transfusion after the fight.. River ran red... They better not stop this..

lol, no doubt

[JIBBBY]

Killa you ain't lying... This is a bloody crime scene.. Willis got this if he doesn't faint from blood loss...

[shabang]

had willis and the over on the mitchell/medina fight... gl guys

[JIBBBY]

Yep, the 0 didn't go.. .. Mitchell got next..

[Unwritten Law]

Got the Thug next.

[JIBBBY]

had willis and the over on the mitchell/medina fight... gl guys

Good job with Willis Shabang. Mitchell by sub win are my thoughts, not sure about that over but we see...

[shabang]

yea def by sub just not sure if medina will give him a battle or not. I think he will.

[Killer_Demo]

Wow. Bryce mitchell starched that dude