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[Plubby]

Any time

I have got to learn to start posting links though. Can't just keep saying "I did this" and expect that people will have the same magic link that I do that gets me to a list of my fighters

[Chris2K]

Wish I hadn't started an org in Montreal. Completely forgot that the EWB one was based there.

Plus it's just a nightmare to sign new fighters.

[Plubby]

I had made those two guys to plug holes in EWB's weight classes, sorry Chris. I still have room for a couple more fighters, where are your biggest gaps in fighters?

[ACCBiggz]

Whoa whoa whoa... let's not be helping the competition in our own thread here.

[JStarr]

Clearly, suicide is Chris's company's only option.

Not to be mean or anything, Chris, but you're exactly right. Montreal's kinda got more orgs than it has fighters to fill right now. Signing fighters is hard enough already for us, let alone you trying to start from square one.

EDIT: All fights for Saturday are now confirmed, as are the six fights for XVI on the 13th and the Blitz two days later. Excellent form, fellas.

[Chris2K]

Whoa whoa whoa... let's not be helping the competition in our own thread here.

Aww, come on Biggzy, I'm not competition. I'm your friendly Montreal neighbour .

Clearly, suicide is Chris's company's only option.

Not to be mean or anything, Chris, but you're exactly right. Montreal's kinda got more orgs than it has fighters to fill right now. Signing fighters is hard enough already for us, let alone you trying to start from square one.

Quite simply, it's an absolute fucking nightmare. Biggest problem are the idiots who don't untick the "Need Contract" button and tell you "I'm training him up for a bit, sorry." I'm offering 550,550,550 as my base pay and people still aren't interested.

EDIT: All fights for Saturday are now confirmed, as are the six fights for XVI on the 13th and the Blitz two days later. Excellent form, fellas.

You're just rubbing it in now. I have 3 fights that need confirming on my next two cards .

[JStarr]

EWB XV promises a solid night of action at Hard Knocks TONIGHT!

265 lbs. -- Matt Smith v. Gary Whittaker

The journeyman Whittaker is making his EWB debut, still looking for his first win in his seventh pro fight. Smith sports a 3-1 record, and is looking for a big win to catapult himself into heavyweight title contention. Despite Whittaker's record, he may be able to give Smith all he can take with his superior Muay Thai and BJJ background, not to mention his greater size. It would be considered an upset if Smith lost this fight, but maybe more than it should be.

185 lbs. -- Rolando Silva v. William Peers

Peers is another journeyman fighter making his EWB debut. He sports a dismal 1-9 record. Silva is coming off his first victory in three fights, submitting Trigger Franklin at EWB XI. Peers will have to avoid Silva's submission game, and if he can land some big bombs in the meantime, this is another fight that would be considered a possibly-undeserved upset.

155 lbs. -- Derrek Scott v. Jordan Purcell

Two more EWB debutants, Purcell is actually appearing in his first fight anywhere. Scott comes in riding a four-fight losing streak. Scott's wrestling ability may take this fight to the ground quickly, but he'll need to be careful once there, as Purcell is reported to be stronger in the submission game.

155 lbs. -- Alex Knight v. Kazuo Haruki

Knight's last fight was an unsuccessful title shot, but that was his first defeat after three wins. Haruki is stil winless in EWB, with his last fight coming just last weekend at EWB XIV. This may favor the more-rested Knight, who could be right back into the title hunt with a win. With his superior boxing and Muay Thai games, Knight may be able to finish this fight with an early KO if Haruki starts slowly.

170 lbs. -- Matt Machado v. Frankie Washington

Machado's last fight was his first pro win, a submission victory over Marcus Ervin at EWB XI. Washington made his pro debut at EWB X, losing a decision to Jermaine Howard. Machado's superior boxing and Washington's greater Muay Thai skills may point to this one ending in a TKO, one way or the other.

265 lbs. -- Adam Schmidt v. James Ross

These two fighters come in with opposing momentum, Schmidt suffering a tapout loss at EWB XI and Ross scoring a decision win at XII. If Ross can avoid Schmidt's heavy fists, he may be able to have his way with his opponent. If not, it would seriously damage Ross's currently-bright title hopes.

205 lbs. -- Tyson Steamboat v. Jake Donnelly

Both men last appeared at EWB XII, and both suffered losses that night. Neither one is in prime position to contend for title shots, and so both men desperately need the win to boost their ranking. Steamboat is a BJJ purple belt, and may have to rely on those skills heavily, as Donnelly is considered the better striker and wrestler. Both men's only wins have been via tapout, so look for this one to go to the ground.

265 lbs. -- Roman Akinfeev v. Malachi Thomas

This match will decide the next man who will challenge for Sean Damon's heavyweight title. Neither man has ever taken a fight to the judges, with all three of Akinfeev's fights being TKO wins, and Thomas's 2-1 slate all ending in KO's as well. Both are 1-0 in EWB. As far as their fighting styles, Akinfeev may be more in control on the ground, while Thomas may look to keep his opponent standing and wear him down with strikes.

155 lbs. -- Jimmy Albright v. Karsten Black for the EWB Lightweight Championship

A classic black-and-white struggle between the submission artist and the stone-handed puncher. Albright is 4-0, with all wins by submission. Black is 2-1, coming off a win over Julian Subatoi that was, surprisingly, by submission. Albright will be very well-served to keep the fight on the ground and try his best to avoid Black's fists, both standing and ground. Black will have to fight for ground control and not let Albright dominate with his submission game. Could very well be Fight of the Night.

170 lbs. -- Daniel Plude v. Michael Hopp for the EWB Welterweight Championship

Two undefeated fighters collide. Two of Hopp's three wins have come by submission, while Plude has a KO, tapout, and two decisions to his name. Plude may think of trying for the KO in this one, as his boxing game is quite superior to Hopp's. Even if Hopp can avoid the flying fists, he may have a difficult time getting Plude to the ground. This one may end up going to the scorecards.

Ten fights. Two titles on the line. The world needs to be watching as EWB XV takes over Montreal's MMA limelight tonight!

[Docpepper]

have two guys in Montreal if there is room.

"Blood Prince" Pierre Richards - 191lbs

Mondo "Bingo Bongo" Davidson- 185lbs

[JStarr]

have two guys in Montreal if there is room.

"Blood Prince" Pierre Richards - 191lbs

Mondo "Bingo Bongo" Davidson- 185lbs

These guys both got offers earlier today.

In other news, fight offers have been sent out for EWB XVII, at Hayashi's Lounge on Friday, Sept. 25th.

Planned card:

Damon v. Akinfeev for the 265 title

Knight v. Purcell, 155 contender's match

Sanders v. Patterson at 265

V. Steamboat v. TVH at 205

Lewis v. Escobar at 205

Zero v. Harty at 185

Gringo v. Peers at 185

Lanky v. Machado at 170

Andrews v. Cage at 155

Peaches v. Whittaker at 265

If you see your fighter in this card, go confirm and train his nuts off.

[SeanDMan]

I WILL FUCKING KILL HIM DEAD.

[LL!]

Me first!

[Docpepper]

have two guys in Montreal if there is room.

"Blood Prince" Pierre Richards - 191lbs

Mondo "Bingo Bongo" Davidson- 185lbs

These guys both got offers earlier today.

thanks for the contract accept both just now

[JStarr]

I WILL FUCKING KILL HIM DEAD.

Me first!

You want him to kill you first?

Also, by boss's orders, Sanders v. Patterson has been changed to Sanders v. Matt Smith. Ellis, you'll have to re-confirm for the new opponent.

[SeanDMan]

I can kill multiple people at a time.

[JStarr]

Four fighters have yet to confirm for the 25th. Sanders is the only one that I know is here.

[SeanDMan]

I can fill in with Harry Hart if you need a warm body for the 25th. He'll be healthy.

[JStarr]

I can fill in with Harry Hart if you need a warm body for the 25th. He'll be healthy.

Now, we only have two problem kids, at 185 and 170.

[Gabriel]

#2 Ranked Pound for Pound Fighter in EWB

#174 Ranked Light Heavyweight in the Game World

and

New EWB Light Heavyweight Champion.

4-1 record, all four wins by way of Submission.

This is more exciting for me than it probably should be.

[ACCBiggz]

Can somebody make a poster for EWB's Halloween show?

[JStarr]

EWB XVIII is coming together. Check your fighters for offers.