Nikki Hru Beats Brooklyn and Other Results
Nikkie Hru Beats Brooklyn Barwick and Other Results in Hollywood
By Lauren Rodriguez
Influencer Fight League held their sixth fight night, “Six Worlds Collide” in Hollywood, CA Saturday night. After packing the venue of their last fight night, the promotion company moved their latest event to a larger, more upscale venue, Academy LA.
The main event of the night was a battle between the ICB and IFL belts, between defending champion Albert Ochoa and Xavier Long.
Ochoa entered the ring in cleats that were bedazzled to resemble Michael Jackson’s loafer and socks style. Long rushed into the first round, but Ochoa made sure to clean up on the fundamentals, taking his time and countering accurately. Long's impatient attacks led to him falling over on his shins as he held Ochoa’s waist for stability. The match was a decision in favor of Ochoa who continues to be the IFL and ICB champion.
The co-main event of the night was between Vine sensation Nick Nack Pattiwhack who quickly took down social media comedian Big Sam. Sam was on his knees within seconds, returning to a rise when Nick swiftly cornered him before dropping him to his knees for a final time. The match ended at 1 minute of the first round, Nick was the winner.
Nikki Hru put social media beef to bed in the ring against Brooklyn Barwick. After weeks of Instagram drama, the two ladies faced off in the ring where Hru used her anger as ammunition.
Hru’s gloves swiftly met her opponent's face before Brooklyn pushed her off and pushed toward her. Hru mistakenly turned her back as she tried to flee, Brooklyn snuck back off the head shots before the referee could separate the two. Hru’s solid footing on the ground paired with persistent combinations easily flustered Brooklyn who lacked power in her fists.
Hru was patient in her approach, letting Brooklyn come to her before attacking, leaving Brooklyn backing up in a circle around the ring. After three rounds the judges made a unanimous decision in favor of Hru.
“I feel amazing. This was a lot of hard work and I didn’t get the knockout I wanted. I'm really proud of the work she's done. I'm looking forward to my next fight,” said Hru.
Other Results
Returning winners of IFL’s previous event, Josue “Coach Progressor” and Juju Ramos faced off in a 3-2-minute round bout. Juju was persistent as he berated Coach with attacks. Although Coach Progressor never seemed in pain, the fighter did not retaliate half as often as his opponent. The bout was a split decision in favor of JuJu.
Vincent “Razor” Ruiz and K.C. “Fantastic LA” returned to the ring to face each other for the super middleweight elite division championship. The two fighters took home the victory in IFL’s previous fight night. Ruiz led the first round but many believe K.C. amped up his fists toward the end. The match was a split decision in favor of K.C. Opponent Ruiz was unhappy with the decision and the two said there would be a rematch.
In a Muay Thai fight, Raul “El Gato Negro” Garcia faced off against Antonio Amador in the elite division for the super welterweight title. The two fighters gave the fans 3-rounds of action, kicking and hitting each other. Amador used his legs a lot, giving Garcia an opportunity to grab the leg and hold or throw him down. Garcia's ability to knock Amador down almost five times solidified his win. The judges made a unanimous decision for Garcia as the winner.
“Shout out to business guy Joe Hernandez and everybody out here supporting this dream and making it happen. I commend my opponent. Many people have been dodging me, people have been ducking but this man stepped up today,” said Garcia.
Kollins “Plant Based Boxer” Ezekh and Gerald “G-Money” Holloway had fans excited. Ezekh quickly knocked Holloway down in the first round. It was in the second round that Holloway was knocked down twice more. A victory for Ezekh.
Former winner Icy Kevan and Jonah Miller emptied the tank as they fought with every ounce of energy they had. Kevan almost fell back in the second round but caught himself.
The judges made a split decision for Kevan as the winner. The young fighter was on the floor, almost crying tears of joy.
In the fight between fan favorite Michael “The Black Mexican” Baca and Bobby Escamilla.
The two were too close to throw solid punches and instead ended up hugging. In the final round, Bobby had blood splattering from a bloody nose before the two finished the round. The score was a unanimous decision in favor of Baca.
Neo Gio returned to IFL against Lee Bolden. Overextending himself, Gio fell over in the first round. Gio kept eyes on Bolden's left hand, his eyes locked as he maneuvered around the ring. The young fighter began to redeem himself in the final seconds of the round, landing a right hand to Bolden's face before the bell rang. The judge’s score was a split decision in favor of Gio.
Clayton “The Teacher” Herbert v Jeff “Brown Sugar” Rosario
Rosario was quick to rebut but his speed left him unbalanced. After an attack by Herbert, the two fell on top of each other before the match was stopped early in the third round with Herbert as winner.
“I just want to shout out most high and idk for the opportunity to showcase my talent. I was tryna take it easy on my opponent but he started showing off in the end so I had to wake it up,” said Herbert.
Miguel Angel “S.O.G.” Vasquez against Matthew “Golden Boy”
The first fight of the night began the action as the two fighters brawled. Vasquez fought outside the ring as Matthew fought from the center. The brawl had Vasquez at one point saying, “I don't feel that,” seconds before the two continued to fire on each other.
“This is the second time we fought. I came in better shape this time, not a lot but better than last time. Rematch, I feel a trilogy at IFL7,” said Vasquez.