TUF 16 report: Episode 11

More quarter-final action tonight as John Manley meets Joey Rivera and Canada-versus-Canada in the fight that’s been brewing over the past few weeks pitting Mike Ricci against Michael Hill so with two fights that leaves less time for people to break doors and pee in things so this already looks better than most of this season. Nothing but respect from both as we prepare for Rivera vs. Manley as both commend their teammates skills and even hug it out. Joey Rivera vs. John Manley Round one: Herb Dean is out third man in the cage to kick us off with both Team Nelson fighters exchanging leg kicks early on. Manley throws a combination before seeking a takedown but Rivera keeps his balance with the assistance of the cage. Manley grabs a single leg to try for a takedown but Rivera defends well. Looking for the takedown he gives up his neck as Rivera has it locked but he relentlessly looks to push it to the floor and eventually does. Passing to side control Rivera almost escapes but we scr...