{"id":53460,"date":"2015-06-20T00:59:17","date_gmt":"2015-06-20T05:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ringsidereport.com\/?p=53460"},"modified":"2015-06-20T00:59:17","modified_gmt":"2015-06-20T05:59:17","slug":"unfinished-business-is-finished-kimbo-slice-stops-ken-shamrock-in-saint-louis-breaking-ufc-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ringsidereport.com\/?p=53460","title":{"rendered":"\u201cUnfinished Business” is Finished: Kimbo Slice Stops Ken Shamrock in Saint Louis – Breaking UFC News"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Kimbo\"<\/a>The long-awaited, highly anticipated matchup between mixed martial arts legend Ken Shamrock (28-16-2) and bare-knuckled brawler Kimbo Slice (5-2) definitely didn\u2019t disappoint. The energy from the packed crowd at Scottrade Center in St. Louis was palpable, as fans from all walks of life had waited since 2008 to see the two enter the cage, with Slice claiming victory by TKO at 2:22 in round one.<\/p>\n

When the opening bell sounded, the founding father of MMA looked to shoot for the takedown on Slice immediately, maneuvering into a position to secure a win with a rear-naked choke. But as promised, Slice refused to tap.<\/p>\n

Before the crowd could blink, the two fighters were upright and exchanging blows. Slice was able to land a lethal right hook that stunned Shamrock, sending him immediately to the canvas. Just as Slice moved in to land additional blows on the defenseless Shamrock, referee John McCarthy quickly stepped in and stopped the fight.<\/p>\n

After the bout, an exuberant Slice acted as if this victory was long overdue. \u201cI\u2019ve been in this position before,\u201d said Slice. \u201cI trained my ground game very well. Tapping was not an option.\u201d<\/p>\n

Shamrock, who looked to be in top shape coming into the fight, was full of class in defeat. \u201cWhen you come into a fight and you get beat you have to show respect,\u201d said Shamrock. \u201cI\u2019m frustrated, I had the submission but I didn\u2019t take my time with it. I lost my position. I tried to scramble, but I wasn\u2019t that fast and I got caught.\u201d<\/p>\n

In the night’s co-feature and potential comeback \u201cFight of the Year,\u201d current Bellator Featherweight World Champion Patricio “Pitbull” Freire (24-2) retained his title against Daniel \u201cWeasel\u201d Weichel (35-9) with a beautiful left hook knockout 32-seconds into round two.<\/p>\n

In the first round it looked like Bellator would have a new 145-pound champion, as the German international immediately came forward with pressure, catching the Brazilian with multiple jabs.<\/p>\n

Just when it looked like referee McCarthy would stop the action, the first round bell sounded just in the nick of time to save Freire from a stunning first-round knockout.<\/p>\n

After the fight, a seemingly stunned \u201cPitbull\u201d didn\u2019t seem to lose any confidence. \u201cMy opponent was very tough, but I can go to war,\u201d said Freire. \u201cI am very happy to still be the champion. I\u2019m here, if you want my belt you can try to come get it.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI believe the bell saved me,\u201d Freire continued. \u201cHe hit me with a hard punch on my chin but I stayed calm going into the second round because I knew I needed to win the fight. I saw an opening after he punched me and I hit him with my best shot.\u201d<\/p>\n

A visibly distraught and emotional Weichel knew he let a golden opportunity slip away. \u201cI started the second round slowly,\u201d said Weichel. \u201cI didn\u2019t want him to recover after the first round. I started on the offensive in the second round and unfortunately I got caught.\u201d<\/p>\n

In heavyweight action, Bobby \u201cThe Dominator\u201d Lashley (13-2), of Coconut Creek, Fla., made quick work of Dan “The Man” Charles (9-3), dominating the 29-year-old with a great ground and pound, an arsenal that including multiple suplexes. Referee McCarthy stopped the fight at 4:14 in the second round resulting in a TKO for the three-time NAIA amateur wrestling champion and his third straight win under the Bellator banner.<\/p>\n

Charles, who took the fight on two weeks\u2019 notice after James Thompson dropped out due to injury, was overmatched by the considerably larger Lashley, who kept himself in great position to eventually vie for the heavyweight title.<\/p>\n

The 38-year-old referenced his esteemed wrestling background as a major factor in claiming victory. \u201cYou always go back to your basics in a fight and wrestling is my background,\u201d said Lashley. \u201cI need to keep moving forward, the heavyweight division is wide open. I need to keep my eyes open.\u201d<\/p>\n

Daniel Straus (23-6), of Coconut Creek, Fla. looked like he has fully rebounded from his title shot loss to Pitbull Freire, convincingly beating Henry Corrales (12-1) of La Mirada, Calif. via submission (guillotine choke) at 3:47 into round two.<\/p>\n

Straus looked like he came into the fight to make a statement, quickly attacking Corrales with consecutive blows to the head that had the Californian staggering backwards on multiple occasions.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m still dominating people,\u201d said Straus. \u201cThis is what I do. Win or lose I come in here to beat up my opponent.\u201d<\/p>\n

Straus seemed confident that he would have no issues reclaiming his belt. \u201cWhoever wins the featherweight belt tonight,\u201d exclaimed Straus. \u201cI am coming to beat you up.\u201d<\/p>\n

It was a valiant effort by Corrales, who was making his Bellator debut, but it was obvious that he was a step behind Straus from the opening bell. The loss was just the first in Corrales\u2019 career.<\/p>\n

In the night’s first main-card contest, lightweight and hometown favorite Michael Chandler (13-3), of High Ridge, Mo., made quick work of Derek \u201cThe Stallion\u201d Campos (15-5), needing just 2:17 secondsto score a submission (rear-naked choke) win.<\/p>\n

Coming off three straight losses, Chandler clearly looked relieved following the fight. \u201cDerek Campos is a tough guy, he hit me in my mouth and bloodied me a bit,\u201d said Chandler. \u201cI was excited to fight this guy. I\u2019m not in this sport to tip toe and find easy fights.\u201d<\/p>\n

Feeling notably confident, Chandler called out current lightweight champion Will Brooks, who happened to be sitting cage side. \u201cI want that belt back,\u201d said Chandler. \u201cWill Brooks, that belt has my name on it, wherever you are.\u201d<\/p>\n

On tonight’s preliminary card shown on Spike.com<\/p>\n

Hometown fighters were represented in all nine preliminary fights, starting with Miles McDonald (2-1) of Springfield, MO defeated Dan O\u2019Connor (5-5) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) at 4:30 in round 3.<\/p>\n

Hugh Pulley (5-2) of St. Louis, MO defeated Eric Irvin (9-4) of Farmington, MO via Split Decision scored 30-27 (Pulley), 29-28 (Pulley), 29-28 (Irvin)<\/p>\n

Kyle Kurtz (4-0) of Jackson, MO stayed undefeated with a round 2 Submission victory over Adam Cella (6-4) of St. Louis, MO.<\/p>\n

Chris Heatherly (9-3) of Cahokia, IL defeated Garrett Gross (6-4) of Coconut Creek, FL via Unanimous Decision scored 29-28 three times.<\/p>\n

Justin Lawrence (8-2) of Pacific, MO defeated Sean Wilson (34-26) of Omaha, NE via TKO in 4:56 of round 1.<\/p>\n

Justin Guthrie (18-8) of Colorado Springs, CO defeated Steven Mann (10-2) of St. Louis, MO via Submission (Brabo Choke) at the 1:09 mark in round two.<\/p>\n

Main Card Results<\/p>\n

Kimbo Slice def Ken Shamrock by KO \u2013 Round 1, 2:22<\/p>\n

Patricio Freire def. Daniel Weichel by KO \u2013 Round 2, :32 to retain Bellator MMA Featherweight title<\/p>\n

Bobby Lashley def. Dan Charles via TKO \u2013 Round 2, 4:14<\/p>\n

Daniel Straus def. Henry Corrales by submission (guillotine) – Round 2, 3:47<\/p>\n

Michael Chandler def. Derek Campos by submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 1, 2:17<\/p>\n

Preliminary Card Results<\/p>\n

Miles McDonald def. Dan O\u2019Connor by submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 3, 4:30<\/p>\n

Hugh Pulley def. Eric Irvin by Split Decision (30-27, 29-28, 28-29)<\/p>\n

Kyle Kurtz def. Adam Cella by submission (armbar) – Round 2, 4:13<\/p>\n

Chris Heatherly def. Garrett Gross by Unanimous Decision (29-28 three times)<\/p>\n

Justin Guthrie def. Steven Mann by submission (brabo choke) – Round 2, 1:09<\/p>\n

Justin Lawrence def. Sean Wilson via TKO \u2013 Round 1, 4:56<\/p>\n

About Bellator MMA<\/p>\n

Bellator MMA is a leading Mixed Martial Arts organization featuring many of the best fighters in the world. Under the direction of veteran fight promoter Scott Coker, Bellator is available to nearly 500 million homes worldwide in over 140 countries. In the United States, Bellator can be seen on Spike TV, the MMA television leader. Bellator MMA is comprised of an executive team that includes top industry professionals in television production, live event orchestration, fighter development\/relations, venue procurement, sponsorship creation\/development, international licensing, marketing, advertising, publicity and commission relations. Bellator is based in Santa Monica, California and owned by entertainment giant Viacom, home to the world’s premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms.<\/p>\n

About Spike TV:<\/p>\n

Spike TV is available in 98.7 million homes and is a division of Viacom Media Networks. A unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB), Viacom Media Networks is one of the world’s leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Spike TV’s Internet address is www.spike.com and for up-to-the-minute and archival press information and photographs, visit Spike TV’s press site at http:\/\/www.spike.com\/press. Follow us on Twitter @spiketvpr for the latest in breaking news updates, behind-the-scenes information and photos.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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