DREAM 15 results from the Saitama Super Arena in Japan on July 10

by MMAmania.com on Jul 10, 2010 7:41 AM EDT

DREAM 15 took place earlier today, Sat., July 10, from the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.

In the main event of the evening, Shinya Aoki put his lightweight title on the line for the first time against Tatsuya Kawajiri. "Tobikan Judan" was also out to re-establish himself as one of the world's best after a disappointing loss to Strikeforce champion Gilbert Melendez a few months ago.

It didn't take long to accomplish both goals -- Aoki finished "Crusher" with a heel hook in round one, demonstrating once again the reason he is considered among the most dangerous fighters in the weight class when he's able to implement his superior Brazilian jiu-jitsu gameplan.

Gesias "JZ" Cavalcante -- widely regarded as one of the most talented 155-pound fighters in the world not too long ago -- also returned to action after a long layoff, taking on Katsunori Kikuno in the co-featured fight of the night. For the most part, the bout turned out to be a ground battle with both fighters angling for control and submissions.

Nothing was ever locked in on either side, and the fight eventually went to the judges scorecards, with Cavalcante earning the split decision nod.

In addition to the top two matches of the night, international stars Gegard Mousasi and Melvin Manhoef, as well as Kazuhiro Nakamura, Michihiro Omigawa and "DJ.taiki" Hata, were also be in action.

See how they all did by checking out the DREAM 15 quick results after the jump:

Shinya Aoki defeated Tatsuya Kawajiri via submission (Achilles lock) in round one
Gesias "JZ" Cavalcante defeated Katsunori Kikuno via split decision
Gegard Mousasi defeated Jake O'Brien via submission (guillotine choke) in round one
Tatsuya Mizuno defeated Melvin Manhoef via submission (kimura) in round one
Michihiro Omigawa defeated Young Sam Jung via submission (guillotine choke) in round one
Mitsuhiro Ishida defeated Daiki "DJ.taiki" Hata via unanimous decision
Kazuhiro Nakamura defeated Karl Amoussou via unanimous decision

Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for more coverage and highlights from DREAM 15.

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Mania

you stay up for the whole thing?

@fjbar on twitter...formerly El Mexicutioner

by _Felix_ on Jul 10, 2010 7:43 AM EDT reply actions

I did

with a little this

and a little this FF to 3:00 for the good stuff!!

@fjbar on twitter...formerly El Mexicutioner

by _Felix_ on Jul 10, 2010 7:47 AM EDT up reply actions

I did not.

And I definitely would not have made it if I drank that.

by MMAmania.com on Jul 10, 2010 8:16 AM EDT up reply actions

quick thoughts on the event

Aoki isnt going anywhere. Sick submission. Absolutley Sick. As usual. He owns another limb above his fire place now.

Nakamura looked better than ever. IMO FOTN. If he threw crisper punches he might have had 3 KO’s in this fight.

JZ vs Kikuno was like waiting for something big from either guy and never happening. Great back and forth though.

Jake Obrien came in to a fight with Mousasi at 226lbs? WTF. That’s embarrasing and he looked horrible. Easy pay check for Gegard.

Ishida and DJ wasn’t bad. Ishida showed great control. He earned the decision.

Omigawa – I think hurt the Korean newcomer Young Sam pretty badly. He looked to be in rough shape. But he was pretty game and almost grabbed an armbar.

Melvin… Melvin…. Melvin. Ground defence sir. It’s time. Although i do think he took a lot of unneccesary shots when he was trapped under the corner pad and ropes. The referree and Mizuno should have both known better. That was revolting. MM had really no way to defend himself and Mizuno took full advantage. That said… he shoud have never been there. Melvin destroys everyone on the feet but feels the need to play around on the ground. Dumb. Surprising upset but also somehting becoming a pattern with Manhoef.

Fedor lost to Werdum.... OHHH SNAP!

by Bigger Zino on Jul 10, 2010 11:07 AM EDT up reply actions

That's 4 in a row...

I said it before the fight that I hope he switched his game up and worked on something…. anything.

by HitokiriX on Jul 10, 2010 11:20 AM EDT up reply actions

Man......this was not a good event

my wallet got raped again. But Nice breakdown Zino. I gotta say though that the JZ of old is gone. Unless he fights every couple of months and goes back to his old form, then it’s a wrap, this version can’t compete with the rest of the LWs. As far as Kikuno, he blew his opportunity after he kicked his ass in the first round.

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by NNR (formerly NameNotRequired) on Jul 10, 2010 12:50 PM EDT up reply actions

Mania has eyes all over the MMA-world. "It" doesn't sleep!

If you don’t know for sure it’s a dude, it’s not gay.
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by The Negation on Jul 10, 2010 11:00 AM EDT up reply actions

Who has better BJJ Shinya Aoki or B.J. Penn?

by Jared1984 on Jul 10, 2010 8:27 AM EDT reply actions

Different styles

both amazing on the ground

Conan : You are known as a striker. Is that correct? Tell me what that means.
Chuck : Well I like to punch people, or kick them.

by DAFTMANIA on Jul 10, 2010 8:49 AM EDT up reply actions

Meh

Brock Lesnar is the #1 P4P fighter in the world. My top 5 P4P list is.
1 Brock Lesnar
2 BJ Penn
3 John Fitch
4 Matt Hughes
5 Matt Serra

by MMACHAMP on Jul 10, 2010 9:02 AM EDT up reply actions

felix i cant believe you drink that canadian swill!

Or do you drink it with coke?

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by bellio on Jul 10, 2010 9:06 AM EDT reply actions