MFC 29 - Results & Analysis

I recently had the opportunity to cover MFC 29 for CageRadio. This is the write-up of the event as found on cageradio.com.

Drew Peterson’s MFC 29 results

Maximum Fighting Championship ventured to Windsor to hold its first ever event in Ontario. MFC, which had build its reputation by boasting notable fighters such as Jason Macdonald, Antony McKee, Ryan Jimmo, and other Canadian fan favourites, had put together a stellar card for their 29th event. Windsor was buzzing with anticipation as fans from all over packed their way into the sold out Caesars Coliseum. The event had created a stir in the MMA community by including former UFC standouts such as Marcus Davis, Hermes Franca, and Pete Sprat.

Ali Mokdad vs. Andreas Spang (Middleweight)

Mokdad entered the ring as the local fan favourite having the opportunity to fight for his home crowd, for the first time in his career. Mokdad looked impressive from the onset on the fight and immediately controlled the fight on the mat. It did not take long for Mokdad to finish his opponent, causing Spang to quickly tap.

Ali Mokdad wins by submission (rear-naked choke), at 1:35 the first round.

Demi Deeds vs. Pete Sprat (Welterweight)

The second fight of the night featured former TUF contestant Pete Sprat and rising prospect Demi Deeds. Deeds came out strong in the first round peppering Sprat with quick strikes, and controlling the cage: it looked like Sprat was going to be in for a long night. At the beginning of the second round Sprat came out rejuvenated looking more comfortable on his feet as the round progressed. Sprat connected with a hard shot taking the fight to the mat and eventually moving his way into mount position. From there Sprat quickly transitioned to an beautiful armbar submission. This uncharacteristic technique earned Sprat submission of the night honors.

Sprat wins by submission (armbar), at 4:19 of the second round.

Robert Washington vs. Hermes Franc (Lightwight)

Formed UFC title contender Hermes Franca came out looking for a fight… unfortunately it did not appear his opponent was willing to oblige. For the first round Franca chased Washington around the cage, looking to engage, becoming increasingly frustrated with Washington’s display of passivity. Eventually he began mocking him for the enjoyment of the crowd. In the second round Franca had enough, he came out with a flurry of punches that stopped the fight.

Franca wins by TKO (punches), at 0:29 of the second round.

Marcus Davis vs. Curtis Demarce (Lightweight)

Marcus Davis, coming off of two consecutive loses in the UFC, was looking to find a new home in MFCs lightweight division. From the opening bell to the closing seconds of the third rounds, the fighters scrapped it out in what was an all out brawl, battling on their feet as well as the ground. Davis was able to edge out the first round, and Demarce took the second. It came down to a deciding third round in which Davis was able to secure the victory with relentless pressure. Not the ideal comeback fight for Marcus, but it was enough to get him a mark in the ‘win’ column.

Davis wins by Split Decision (28-29, 30-27, 29-28)

Ryan Jimmo vs. Zak Cummings (Light Heavyweight)

This fight for the MFC Light Heavyweight title was the co-event main event of the evening featuring the organizations pride Ryan Jimmo, who was entering the fight with a 14 fight win streak. The fight was extremely uneventful for all five rounds, causing the Windsor fans to quickly turn on the fighters. At one point a fight broke out between spectators, capturing the attention of the arena over the ensuing bout. The fight consisted mainly of both fighters leaning against the cage for 25 minutes with little action. In the end Jimmo did enough to secure the victory, and maintain his win streak.

Jimmo wins by Unanimous Decision (50-45, 49-46, 50-45)

Terry Martin vs. Douglas Lima (Welterweight)

The main event of the evening, for the MFC welterweight title provided fans with a much needed boost of adrenaline. Both fighters came out trading punches at the onset on the fight. Lima rapidly began to gain the upper hand, landing more damaging shots to his opponent, eventually dropping Martin to the mat where he finished him with strikes, retaining his MFC title. This was a quick and decisive win for the champ which shows he will be a force to recon with in the welterweight division.

Lima wins by TKO (punches) at 1:14 of the first round.

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Credit:
Drew Peterson
Joe Salmon
Cageradio.com