No Holds Barred Universe

Ian Lord · 12-05-2006, 10:30 AM

Taken from The San Francisco Sun, dated December 26th, 2006.

It's the age old question, who would win between a good boxer and a good wrestler?
That question was to be answered here at the Bill Graham Civic Center on Saturday night, when top amatuer wrestler, Dan 'The Beast' Severn, signed to fight boxer Aaron 'The Hawk' Pryor.
However, Pryor, who is due to make his GBA boxing debut next month, was pulled by his handlers at the last minute. They claimed they didn't know what the fight entailed when signing for it, originally thinking it was to be an exhibition. They wasn't prepared to risk injury to their man, so Pryor was pulled.
The fight looked to be in jeopardy until at the last minute local martial artist Bruce 'The Dragon' Lee stepped forward to save the day, claiming that his fighting concept, which he has named 'Jeet Kune Do', can beat any man, regardless of size. And a difference in size there was, as during the pre-fight instructions Severn dwarfed his opponent. It didn't seem to bother Lee one iota.
The bell sounded to begin the contest, and both fighters circled one another, weighing each other up. Then the fleet flooted Lee made his move, darting in to try and hit his foe. However, the Coldwater, Michigan native caught Lee and slammed him onto the canvas, where he proceded to give him a few good, hard slaps to the face, before Lee managed to regain his feet.
However, he was soon back on the deck, with Severn using one of his Greco-Roman takedowns. He immediately punched and slapped 'The Little Dragon', before applying a choke hold and forcing Lee to tap out at the ten minute mark.
So, on this night, the wrestler was the better man, although it would be interesting to see Dan Severn in against someone more his own size. A dissapointed Bruce Lee was positive in defeat, stating that he would like to learn grappling, and add it to his repertoire.

Ian Lord · 12-05-2006, 10:31 AM

I will be running a no holds barred universe using Alex Williams Strike Or Submit game. I hope some of you guys enjoy following along.
All the best,
Ian.

CONN CHRIS · 12-05-2006, 04:53 PM

This looks fun Ian. I like that it dove-tails with your boxing universe.

Christopher

Ian Lord · 12-05-2006, 05:15 PM

Thanks Chris

Yes, my plan is to run it along side the GBA. Should be fun.

Stay tuned
Ian.

fuente51 · 12-06-2006, 07:01 PM

I think the Hawk would have taken him!

Ian Lord · 12-08-2006, 05:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fuente51

I think the Hawk would have taken him!

Hi Fuente, you could well be right. He was one hell of a fighter

Ian Lord · 12-16-2006, 02:50 PM

Advert appearing in various martial arts magazines in January '06.

BOXING WRESTLING KUNG-FU KARATE JIU-JITSU MUAY THAI

TRADITIONAL OR FREESTYLE

DO YOU THINK YOUR STYLES THE BEST?
MORE TO THE POINT, DO YOU THINK YOU'RE THE BEST?
IF SO, WHY NOT PUT IT ALL ON THE LINE!!!

We're looking for fighters from different styles to take part in an eight-man tournament. If you think you're good enough, then get in touch. [contact details below]
Details to follow.
----------------------------------------------------------------------

Please note, this is part of my NHB uni that I'm running, it's not a real invitation.

magnet · 12-16-2006, 03:30 PM

This has the potential to top the OTW as my favorite OT thread ever.

Ian Lord · 12-18-2006, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by magnet

This has the potential to top the OTW as my favorite OT thread ever.

Thanks Magnet. It will build momentum as it progresses and I hope you enjoy it.

Ian Lord · 12-30-2006, 02:41 PM

PRESS RELEASE
1st February, 2007

Global Fighting Championship [GFC] spokesman Mitch Brown today released the following statement;
The GFC will be holding an eight man elimination tournament in March. The venue has yet to be decided but it will be held here in the USA. We have filled seven of the 8 places, and will shortly be releasing details of the fighters.
We are still currently trying to fill the eighth vacancy. We have had plenty of applicants for it, but as yet none have fit the bill. We had one guy, a recluse from Canada, who sent us in pics of himself in monk's garb by a lake. When we went to check him out, we found out he had absolutely no fighting experience. He'd have been a danger to himself.
Rest assured, we will have the final contestant soon, and details of the other seven will be released over the next few days.

Ian Lord · 12-31-2006, 06:34 PM

The seven contestants signed for the Global Fighting Championships [GFC], are as follows:

Mark 'The Hammer' Coleman: An amatuer wrestler [freestyle], from Columbus, OH, Coleman is a former NCAA champion and has also represented the US in the Olympics, finishing seventh.

Don 'The Predator' Frye: From Siesta, AZ, Don Frye has represented Arizona State in both Greco-Roman and Freestyle wrestling.

Rickson Gracie: A member of the renowned Gracie family from Brazil, Rickson is a blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Ken Shamrock: Aformer proffesional wrestler from Macon,GA, Shamrock is an accomplished martial artist who admits the martial arts saved him from going to the state pen by giving him something to channel his aggression into.

Maurice Smith: Mo Smith is a former WKA kickboxing champion at both heavyweight and light-heavyweight, from Seattle, WA.

Mario 'The Zen Machine' Sperry: One of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters of all time.

Oleg Taktarov: A Sambo/Judo practitioner from Russia.

STYLES

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A modern style of Jiu-Jitsu created by the Gracie family, which relies primarily on ground work techniques and joint locks.

Judo: This grappling style is based on the techniques of Jiu-Jitsu. Judo uses various throwing techniques, and a variety of grappling techniques.

Kickboxing: Kickboxing combines elements of Karate and Muay Thai, and because it is a realistic, practical method of fighting, it is a popular sport. The goal is to knock out the opponent, so strikes are delivered full force.

Sambo: A modern style of wrestling from Russia, that was influenced by Eastern wrestling and other sports.The goal is to immobilize an opponent through a jointlock. Throws and takedown techniques are also important.

Wrestling: Originated from Ancient Greece, a hand to hand fighting stlye, broken down into the following:
Greco-Roman: No grabs below the waist.
Freestyle: Grabs below the waist, but not below the knees.

CONN CHRIS · 12-31-2006, 07:33 PM

I sense a trend.

Ian Lord · 12-31-2006, 07:43 PM

Cheers Chris

Romdawg88 · 12-31-2006, 07:54 PM

What is this, how in the hell did I miss this theard. Heck of a opening line-up you got there I'm torn on who to pick for the tournment. Rickson has to be the favorite right now though I don't know who can handle him on the ground.

Ian Lord · 12-31-2006, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Romdawg88

What is this, how in the hell did I miss this theard. Heck of a opening line-up you got there I'm torn on who to pick for the tournment. Rickson has to be the favorite right now though I don't know who can handle him on the ground.

Cheers Romy. It's great to have you on board. Rickson's got to be one of the favourite's, although it's a tough one to pick. And remember, the eighth contestant hasn't been announced yet, and he's a bit tasty

Romdawg88 · 12-31-2006, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian Lord

Cheers Romy. It's great to have you on board. Rickson's got to be one of the favourite's, although it's a tough one to pick. And remember, the eighth contestant hasn't been announced yet, and he's a bit tasty

Now, I'm real interested in finding out who the eighth man is. Lets see if I can guess the line up is made up of early fighters so it probably won't be someone from now, you already have a Gracie so it probably isn't Royce, and you going with big names. I'm guessing Igor Vovchanchyn or Mark Kerr.

Gunsmoke · 12-31-2006, 08:15 PM

I know nothing about MMA but am always happy to read a universe started by one of the board regulars.

Mark

magnet · 01-01-2007, 12:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gunsmoke

I know nothing about MMA but am always happy to read a universe started by one of the board regulars.

Mark

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%C3%A9lio_Gracie

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mixed_martial_arts

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultimat...g_Championship

Great starting points. Also, if you can get a copy of UFC Hits: Volume 1 you can see the better fights from the early years of the sport in the US.

Romdawg88 · 01-01-2007, 01:30 AM

Here are some highlights of the contestants to give those who don't really know alot about these guys a taste of what each was about. I couldn't find any for Mario Sperry or Oleg Taktarov. Also if you check around the sites like Daily Motion or Youtube you can find full fights for these guys as well.

Mark Coleman:
http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...f-mark-coleman

Don Frye:
http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...rye-highlights

Rickson Gracie:
http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...rickson-gracie

Ken Shamrock:
http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...mrock-farewell

Maurice Smith:
http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s..._maurice-smith

Tommysixfingers · 01-01-2007, 02:48 AM

This I like!!!

Always loved Martial Arts. The early UFC action was the NHB highlight for me.

Being a standup fighter myself, I hope that Mo Smith is going to do well in the beginning. He will have a hard time on the ground though...

12-05-2006, 10:30 AM	#1 (permalink)
Ian Lord All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Coventry, England. Posts: 1,167	No Holds Barred Universe Taken from The San Francisco Sun, dated December 26th, 2006. It's the age old question, who would win between a good boxer and a good wrestler? That question was to be answered here at the Bill Graham Civic Center on Saturday night, when top amatuer wrestler, Dan 'The Beast' Severn, signed to fight boxer Aaron 'The Hawk' Pryor. However, Pryor, who is due to make his GBA boxing debut next month, was pulled by his handlers at the last minute. They claimed they didn't know what the fight entailed when signing for it, originally thinking it was to be an exhibition. They wasn't prepared to risk injury to their man, so Pryor was pulled. The fight looked to be in jeopardy until at the last minute local martial artist Bruce 'The Dragon' Lee stepped forward to save the day, claiming that his fighting concept, which he has named 'Jeet Kune Do', can beat any man, regardless of size. And a difference in size there was, as during the pre-fight instructions Severn dwarfed his opponent. It didn't seem to bother Lee one iota. The bell sounded to begin the contest, and both fighters circled one another, weighing each other up. Then the fleet flooted Lee made his move, darting in to try and hit his foe. However, the Coldwater, Michigan native caught Lee and slammed him onto the canvas, where he proceded to give him a few good, hard slaps to the face, before Lee managed to regain his feet. However, he was soon back on the deck, with Severn using one of his Greco-Roman takedowns. He immediately punched and slapped 'The Little Dragon', before applying a choke hold and forcing Lee to tap out at the ten minute mark. So, on this night, the wrestler was the better man, although it would be interesting to see Dan Severn in against someone more his own size. A dissapointed Bruce Lee was positive in defeat, stating that he would like to learn grappling, and add it to his repertoire. __________________ Global Boxing Association No Holds Barred Universal Team Boxing Association Coventry Hitmen [Owner/GM/Coach] MVP Awards Week 1: Enzo Macaranelli 2-0 [2] Week 2: Charlie Magri 2-2 [2] Week 3: Clinton Woods 4-2 [3] Week 4: Matt Skelton 6-2 [6] Week 5: Lloyd Honeyghan 7-3 [4] Week 6: Enzo Macaranelli 7-5 [5] Week7:Lloyd Honeyghan 11-3 [7] Last edited by Ian Lord : 12-05-2006 at 12:51 PM.

12-05-2006, 10:31 AM	#2 (permalink)
Ian Lord All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Coventry, England. Posts: 1,167	I will be running a no holds barred universe using Alex Williams Strike Or Submit game. I hope some of you guys enjoy following along. All the best, Ian. __________________ Global Boxing Association No Holds Barred Universal Team Boxing Association Coventry Hitmen [Owner/GM/Coach] MVP Awards Week 1: Enzo Macaranelli 2-0 [2] Week 2: Charlie Magri 2-2 [2] Week 3: Clinton Woods 4-2 [3] Week 4: Matt Skelton 6-2 [6] Week 5: Lloyd Honeyghan 7-3 [4] Week 6: Enzo Macaranelli 7-5 [5] Week7:Lloyd Honeyghan 11-3 [7]

12-05-2006, 04:53 PM	#3 (permalink)
CONN CHRIS Moderator* Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 20,941	This looks fun Ian. I like that it dove-tails with your boxing universe. Christopher __________________ REC World Prizefighter Rankings

12-05-2006, 05:15 PM	#4 (permalink)
Ian Lord All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Coventry, England. Posts: 1,167	Thanks Chris Yes, my plan is to run it along side the GBA. Should be fun. Stay tuned Ian. __________________ Global Boxing Association No Holds Barred Universal Team Boxing Association Coventry Hitmen [Owner/GM/Coach] MVP Awards Week 1: Enzo Macaranelli 2-0 [2] Week 2: Charlie Magri 2-2 [2] Week 3: Clinton Woods 4-2 [3] Week 4: Matt Skelton 6-2 [6] Week 5: Lloyd Honeyghan 7-3 [4] Week 6: Enzo Macaranelli 7-5 [5] Week7:Lloyd Honeyghan 11-3 [7]

12-06-2006, 07:01 PM	#5 (permalink)
fuente51 Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 298	I think the Hawk would have taken him! __________________ Harry Wills: FBU World Champion

12-16-2006, 02:50 PM	#7 (permalink)
Ian Lord All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Coventry, England. Posts: 1,167	Advert appearing in various martial arts magazines in January '06. BOXING WRESTLING KUNG-FU KARATE JIU-JITSU MUAY THAI TRADITIONAL OR FREESTYLE DO YOU THINK YOUR STYLES THE BEST? MORE TO THE POINT, DO YOU THINK YOU'RE THE BEST? IF SO, WHY NOT PUT IT ALL ON THE LINE!!! We're looking for fighters from different styles to take part in an eight-man tournament. If you think you're good enough, then get in touch. [contact details below] Details to follow. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note, this is part of my NHB uni that I'm running, it's not a real invitation. __________________ Global Boxing Association No Holds Barred Universal Team Boxing Association Coventry Hitmen [Owner/GM/Coach] MVP Awards Week 1: Enzo Macaranelli 2-0 [2] Week 2: Charlie Magri 2-2 [2] Week 3: Clinton Woods 4-2 [3] Week 4: Matt Skelton 6-2 [6] Week 5: Lloyd Honeyghan 7-3 [4] Week 6: Enzo Macaranelli 7-5 [5] Week7:Lloyd Honeyghan 11-3 [7]

12-16-2006, 03:30 PM	#8 (permalink)
magnet Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Twins Territory Posts: 4,889	This has the potential to top the OTW as my favorite OT thread ever. __________________ -Jeff Avatar - Harry Stovey OTBA - Minneapolis Beermen (2017 - ) Clinton League - Kansas City Royals (1993 - ) AL Central Champs: 1994 LNB - Commissioner/Minneapolis Madness (2007 - ) AL Champs: 2009 Six Pitchers - 2007 WINNER! 103-56, 3.25 ERA Twin City Long Ball

12-30-2006, 02:41 PM	#10 (permalink)
Ian Lord All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Coventry, England. Posts: 1,167	PRESS RELEASE 1st February, 2007 Global Fighting Championship [GFC] spokesman Mitch Brown today released the following statement; The GFC will be holding an eight man elimination tournament in March. The venue has yet to be decided but it will be held here in the USA. We have filled seven of the 8 places, and will shortly be releasing details of the fighters. We are still currently trying to fill the eighth vacancy. We have had plenty of applicants for it, but as yet none have fit the bill. We had one guy, a recluse from Canada, who sent us in pics of himself in monk's garb by a lake. When we went to check him out, we found out he had absolutely no fighting experience. He'd have been a danger to himself. Rest assured, we will have the final contestant soon, and details of the other seven will be released over the next few days. __________________ Global Boxing Association No Holds Barred Universal Team Boxing Association Coventry Hitmen [Owner/GM/Coach] MVP Awards Week 1: Enzo Macaranelli 2-0 [2] Week 2: Charlie Magri 2-2 [2] Week 3: Clinton Woods 4-2 [3] Week 4: Matt Skelton 6-2 [6] Week 5: Lloyd Honeyghan 7-3 [4] Week 6: Enzo Macaranelli 7-5 [5] Week7:Lloyd Honeyghan 11-3 [7]

12-31-2006, 06:34 PM	#11 (permalink)
Ian Lord All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Coventry, England. Posts: 1,167	The seven contestants signed for the Global Fighting Championships [GFC], are as follows: Mark 'The Hammer' Coleman: An amatuer wrestler [freestyle], from Columbus, OH, Coleman is a former NCAA champion and has also represented the US in the Olympics, finishing seventh. Don 'The Predator' Frye: From Siesta, AZ, Don Frye has represented Arizona State in both Greco-Roman and Freestyle wrestling. Rickson Gracie: A member of the renowned Gracie family from Brazil, Rickson is a blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ken Shamrock: Aformer proffesional wrestler from Macon,GA, Shamrock is an accomplished martial artist who admits the martial arts saved him from going to the state pen by giving him something to channel his aggression into. Maurice Smith: Mo Smith is a former WKA kickboxing champion at both heavyweight and light-heavyweight, from Seattle, WA. Mario 'The Zen Machine' Sperry: One of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters of all time. Oleg Taktarov: A Sambo/Judo practitioner from Russia. STYLES Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A modern style of Jiu-Jitsu created by the Gracie family, which relies primarily on ground work techniques and joint locks. Judo: This grappling style is based on the techniques of Jiu-Jitsu. Judo uses various throwing techniques, and a variety of grappling techniques. Kickboxing: Kickboxing combines elements of Karate and Muay Thai, and because it is a realistic, practical method of fighting, it is a popular sport. The goal is to knock out the opponent, so strikes are delivered full force. Sambo: A modern style of wrestling from Russia, that was influenced by Eastern wrestling and other sports.The goal is to immobilize an opponent through a jointlock. Throws and takedown techniques are also important. Wrestling: Originated from Ancient Greece, a hand to hand fighting stlye, broken down into the following: Greco-Roman: No grabs below the waist. Freestyle: Grabs below the waist, but not below the knees. __________________ Global Boxing Association No Holds Barred Universal Team Boxing Association Coventry Hitmen [Owner/GM/Coach] MVP Awards Week 1: Enzo Macaranelli 2-0 [2] Week 2: Charlie Magri 2-2 [2] Week 3: Clinton Woods 4-2 [3] Week 4: Matt Skelton 6-2 [6] Week 5: Lloyd Honeyghan 7-3 [4] Week 6: Enzo Macaranelli 7-5 [5] Week7:Lloyd Honeyghan 11-3 [7] Last edited by Ian Lord : 12-31-2006 at 07:23 PM.

12-31-2006, 07:33 PM	#12 (permalink)
CONN CHRIS Moderator* Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 20,941	I sense a trend. __________________ REC World Prizefighter Rankings

12-31-2006, 07:43 PM	#13 (permalink)
Ian Lord All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Coventry, England. Posts: 1,167	Cheers Chris __________________ Global Boxing Association No Holds Barred Universal Team Boxing Association Coventry Hitmen [Owner/GM/Coach] MVP Awards Week 1: Enzo Macaranelli 2-0 [2] Week 2: Charlie Magri 2-2 [2] Week 3: Clinton Woods 4-2 [3] Week 4: Matt Skelton 6-2 [6] Week 5: Lloyd Honeyghan 7-3 [4] Week 6: Enzo Macaranelli 7-5 [5] Week7:Lloyd Honeyghan 11-3 [7]

12-31-2006, 07:54 PM	#14 (permalink)
Romdawg88 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Winter Park, FL Posts: 3,580	What is this, how in the hell did I miss this theard. Heck of a opening line-up you got there I'm torn on who to pick for the tournment. Rickson has to be the favorite right now though I don't know who can handle him on the ground. __________________ Romy "Iceman" Alvarez First TBCB Forum Tournament Champion, 10-6 (5). HBF: 2-0 (1) UTBA-II: Muckboys 1-2 last place, Mendoza Division. 39-54-3 127.5 points. Fighter of the Week Nobody gets fighter of the week until the whole team stops sucking.

12-31-2006, 08:15 PM	#17 (permalink)
Gunsmoke All Star Reserve Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 942	I know nothing about MMA but am always happy to read a universe started by one of the board regulars. Mark __________________ Cornerwork the Title Bout Championship Boxing fansite!

01-01-2007, 01:30 AM	#19 (permalink)
Romdawg88 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Winter Park, FL Posts: 3,580	Here are some highlights of the contestants to give those who don't really know alot about these guys a taste of what each was about. I couldn't find any for Mario Sperry or Oleg Taktarov. Also if you check around the sites like Daily Motion or Youtube you can find full fights for these guys as well. Mark Coleman: http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...f-mark-coleman Don Frye: http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...rye-highlights Rickson Gracie: http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...rickson-gracie Ken Shamrock: http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s...mrock-farewell Maurice Smith: http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/s..._maurice-smith __________________ Romy "Iceman" Alvarez First TBCB Forum Tournament Champion, 10-6 (5). HBF: 2-0 (1) UTBA-II: Muckboys 1-2 last place, Mendoza Division. 39-54-3 127.5 points. Fighter of the Week Nobody gets fighter of the week until the whole team stops sucking.

01-01-2007, 02:48 AM	#20 (permalink)
Tommysixfingers All Star Reserve Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Posts: 844	This I like!!! Always loved Martial Arts. The early UFC action was the NHB highlight for me. Being a standup fighter myself, I hope that Mo Smith is going to do well in the beginning. He will have a hard time on the ground though...

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode