CSAC takes 1st step against unregulated shows

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                    <p>MMAFighting.com&#39;s <a href="http://twitter.com/marc_raimondi" target="_blank">Marc Raimondi</a> recently did a tremendous three-part series on a controversial, unsanctioned show in California - XPlode MMA.<br />

Part 1: Viral KO video spurs state investigation into unsanctioned MMA events in California

Part 2: Xplode explained: A look inside unsanctioned MMA events in California

Part 3: Worth the risk? Fighters explain why they compete on unsanctioned shows

There have been repeated allegations that promoter Gregg Sharp did not require medicals, and set up egregious mismatches. Sharp denies that he does not require medicals, and said that mismatches are common in regional promotions.

Events on Indian Reservations in California can be regulated if the Tribal authority invites the event in, but if the fights simply take place on the reservation without an official invitation, the CSAC lacks authority.

The California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) is now taking the first of a number of possible steps.

CSAC executive officer Andy Foster told Raimondi for MMAFighting.com that wins earned in unregulated events will no longer be recognized. This will make it harder for a fighter to move up to the major organizations.

"If you've done all your fights against fake record people, you're starting at nothing," Foster said.

Other options the CSAC is considering include:
•Taking action against licensed fighters who take part in unregulated fights.
•Require increased  medicals for licensed fighters who take part in unregulated fights.
•Contact Native American reservations where the unregulated events take place.

The Association of Boxing Commissions recommends a 120-day suspension for fighters who compete on unsanctioned shows, because the outcome of the bout is not known with certainty, so has to be treated like a knockout.

Sharp reports that he in the process of bringing in an independent sanctioning body.

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Good...

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I guess feisty soccer moms will have to find a new way to vent their agressions.

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So does that mean losses aren't recognised? Phone Post 3.0

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Elvis - So does that mean losses aren't recognised? Phone Post 3.0
I think it does. It sounds like from a record standpoint they will treat it like the fight did not occur, and from a suspension standpoint it will be treated as if you were knocked out Phone Post 3.0

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even the people at bars and on the streets need to cheer for somebody. So I guess this means I cant run tough man tourneys in my backyard and charge the audience 5 bucks?

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