India’s first major mixed martial arts promotion launched held it’s very first event today in Mumbai, India. The promotion streamed the event live on Youtube this morning (Sunday, March 11, 2012) from the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai.
The production had a pro-wrestling feel to it with all of the music and lights. Inside the cage, the SFL promotion brought in a few known personalities, even going so far as to bring in referee Herb Dean from the U.S. Overall, the event, minus the ring announcer, was entertaining in itself culminating in the super-heavyweight main event bout between PRIDE vets Bob Sapp and James Thompson, ending in a predictable result.
Check out the full ‘Quick Results’ for Super Fight League 1 after the jump.
India’s first major mixed martial arts promotion held it’s inaugural event today in Mumbai, India. The promotion streamed the event live on Youtube this morning (Sunday, March 11, 2012) from the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai.
The production had a pro-wrestling feel to it with all of the music and lights. Inside the cage, the SFL promotion brought in a few known personalities, even going so far as to bring in referee Herb Dean from the U.S. Overall, the event, minus the ring announcer, was entertaining in itself culminating in the super-heavyweight main event bout between PRIDE vets Bob Sapp and James Thompson, ending in a predictable result.
Check out the full ‘Quick Results’ for Super Fight League 1 after the jump.
Super-Heavyweight bout: James Thompson def. Bob Sapp via Submisison (Injury) – R1 @ 1:52
Women’s 115 lb. bout: Sanja Sucevic def. Lena Ovchynnikova via Submission (Rear naked choke) – R2 @ 2:28
Light Heavyweight bout: Travis Bell def. Nail Natasadu via Submission (Forearm choke) – R1 @ 1:18
Featherweight bout: Chaitanya Gavali def. Tiran Thakshala via Unanimous Decision
Welterweight bout: Mohd Shahid def. Mayura Dissanayake via Majority Decision
Lightweight bout: Lakwinder Sekhon def. Madura Rathnayake via TKO – R1 @ 1:29
Heavyweight bout: Jimmy Ambriz def. Satish Jha via TKO – R1 @ 0:14
Middleweight bout: Xavier Foupa-Pokam def. Joey Guel via TKO (cut) – R1 @ 5:00
Press Release – India’s first MMA Organization Super Fight League (SFL) is proud to announce its second wave of signings: Paul Kelly, Xavier Foupa-Pokam and Lena Ovchynnikova for four fight exclusive deals. Super Fight League will debut on March 11th at the Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai and fans from all over the world will be […]
Press Release – India’s first MMA Organization Super Fight League (SFL) is proud to announce its second wave of signings: Paul Kelly, Xavier Foupa-Pokam and Lena Ovchynnikova for four fight exclusive deals.
Super Fight League will debut on March 11th at the Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai and fans from all over the world will be able to tune in and experience the action live and free on YouTube following the announcement of a three year deal with YouTube earlier this month. Headlined by an anticipated HW bout between James Thompson V Bob Sapp, Super Fight League will debut a unique blend of world class fights and top music entertainment.
SFL is committed to developing and showcasing the best domestic Indian talent, cultivated by renowned coach Dan Isaacs, alongside internationally recognised names.
Paul Kelly (@PaulKellyMMA)
Fighting out of Liverpool’s Team Kaobon, hard hitting British UFC vet Paul Kelly is known for bringing the fight and fans round the world can now look forward to more exciting performances at Super Fight League.
SFL CEO Ken Pavia (@KenPavia) said: ‘The term “Fighters Fight” defines Paul Kelly. The kid is as tough as they come and it is not an act. English fans know he talks a big game and backs it up in the cage. He doesn’t duck any fight and asked for top competition in his multi fight deal with the SFL, and we are obliging.’
‘Professor X’ Xavier Foupa-Pokam
Xavier Foupa-Pokam has fought across the globe in at UFC, Cage Rage, BAMMA and M-1 Global. A Savate specialist from France, Foupa-Pokam has defeated a wide range of fighters including TUF alumni Kyacey Uscola, BAMMA Middleweight Champion Tom Watson and UK MMA star Alex Reid.
SFL CEO Ken Pavia said: ‘There is no such thing as a boring Professor X fight. He is pure showmanship and entertains fans from the walkout onward. You may buy a seat to a Prof X fight but you will only use the edge of it when he is at work.’
Lena Ovchynnikova
24 year old Ukrainian submission specialist Lena Ovchynnikova is on an 8 – 0 winning streak.
SFL CEO Ken Pavia said: ‘”Don’t let her model good looks fool you, all eight of her opponents will attest to just how tough this undefeated girl is. Lena can put you in a trance with her baby blues, then put you to sleep with a head kick or right cross. We are very excited to have her as the first of many female signings for the SFL.”
Fight Card:
HW: Bob ‘The Beast’ Sapp (USA) V James ‘The Colossus’ Thompson (UK)
LH: Neil Natasadu (India) V Travis Bell (USA)
FW: Chaitanya Gavali (India) V Tiran Thakshala (Sri Lanka)
FW: Hardeep Singh (India) V Jeff Bailey (USA)
WW: Mohd Shahid (India) V Mayura Dissanayake (Sri Lanka)
LW: Lakwinder Sekhon (India) V Madura Rathnayake (Sri Lanka)
HW: Satish Jha (India) V Jimmy Ambriz (USA)
MW: Xavier Foupa-Pokam ‘Professor X’ (France) V Joey ‘Coyote’ Guel (USA)
Lena Ovchynnikova V TBA
Press Release – (Mumbai, Monday 27th Feb 2012) India’s first MMA Organization Super Fight League (SFL) is proud to announce its first wave of signings: Todd Duffee, Trevor Prangley and Baga Agaev for four fight exclusive deals. Super Fight League will debut on March 11th at the Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai and fans from all […]
Press Release – (Mumbai, Monday 27th Feb 2012) India’s first MMA Organization Super Fight League (SFL) is proud to announce its first wave of signings: Todd Duffee, Trevor Prangley and Baga Agaev for four fight exclusive deals.
Super Fight League will debut on March 11th at the Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai and fans from all over the world will be able to tune in and experience the action live and free on YouTube following the announcement of a three year deal with YouTube earlier this month. Headlined by an anticipated HW bout between James Thompson V Bob Sapp, Super Fight League will debut a unique blend of world class fights and top music entertainment.
SFL is committed to developing and showcasing the best domestic Indian talent, cultivated by renowned coach Dan Isaacs, alongside internationally recognised names.
Todd Duffee
KO artist Todd Duffee is set to make waves in the SFL Heavyweight division and is looking forward to his SFL debut.
SFL CEO Ken Pavia (@KenPavia) said: ‘Todd Duffee has shown the potential to be the best HW in the world and we are honored to have signed to a multi fight deal. It is rare you see the unique blend of speed and power from a 260lb MMA fighter, he may be the most athletic HW today. Todd has refocused his efforts and has been training at some of the best camps to hone his talents. I have had amazing reviews from his recent work at AKA.’
Trevor Prangley
Having fought some of the biggest names in the business, South African UFC, Strikeforce, Bellator and Shark Fights vet Trevor Prangley brings with him an impressive record and a commitment to taking on some of his most challenging opponents yet in Super Fight League.
SFL CEO Ken Pavia said: ‘Trevor Prangley comes to the SFL with an amazing resume. He has held the world titles for BoDog, MFC, and Shark Fights. He was a two time All American college wrestler, and the South African National champion. As an MMA fighter he holds wins over the likes of Travis Lutter, Keith Jardine, Yuki Kondo and he finished Chael Sonnen in the first round. Most importantly he is a veteran who is a classy ambassador for the sport.’
Baga Agaev
Known for finishing, 26 years old Baga Agaev is a veteran of 36 fights with only 4 of his fights have gone the distance.
Ken Pavia said: ‘Agaev boasts a 3-1 record against UFC vets including a win over former UFC champion Kevin Randlemen. He has a huge Russian fan base and fans can look forward to seeing this exciting young fighter realize his full potential in SFL.’
Pavia adds: ‘SFL will be hosting regular shows and we understand the importance of signing quality fighters to multi fight deals. Founders Raj Kundra and Sanjay Dutt have a track record for success. They told us to go out and find the best and most exciting fighters available and I believe we are doing just that. Close strategic working alliances with some of the elite promotions around the world have allowed us to bolster our fight cards with some big surprises, but we also understand the value in having fighters signed to multi fight SFL deals.’
Fight Card:
HW: Bob ‘The Beast’ Sapp (USA) V James ‘The Colossus’ Thompson (UK)
LH: Neil Natasadu (India) V Travis Bell (USA)
FW: Chaitanya Gavali (India) V Tiran Thakshala (Sri Lanka)
FW: Hardeep Singh (India) V Jeff Bailey (USA)
WW: Mohd Shahid (India) V Mayura Dissanayake (Sri Lanka)
LW: Lakwinder Sekhon (India) V Madura Rathnayake (Sri Lanka)
HW: Satish Jha (India) V Jimmy Ambriz (USA)
MW: Xavier Foupa-Pokam ‘Professor X’ (France) V Joey ‘Coyote’ Guel (USA)
Lena Ovchynnikova V TBA
