Gut Check 57 - Back-to-Back Bangers: Lorenzo Outpoints Martorella, Greer Edges 'Sauce'
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On Saturday, July 19, 2025, Gut Check Championship Series stormed back into the First State for another adrenaline-charged night of Muay Thai and Kickboxing action --- and the NBN Sports Center in Wilmington, Delaware was the battleground.
From the opening bell to the final horn, fists, kicks, knees, and elbows flew with ferocity across all 18 action-packed bouts. The crowd was on its feet as rising stars and seasoned warriors left it all in the ring, setting the tone for an unforgettable night.
Main Event | Charles Greer Vs Ahmad "Sauce" Hankinson
It all led to a thunderous main event --- a collision of grit and heart --- as two of the region's most formidable fighters, Charles Greer and Ahmad "Sauce" Hankinson, threw down in a showdown that delivered every bit of the hype and more.
In a thrilling back-and-forth battle, the main event between Greer and Hankinson delivered a "Fight of the Night" performance that had the crowd roaring. After three explosive rounds, it was Greer who emerged victorious, earning a hard-fought split decision over the veteran Hankinson.
From the opening bell, both fighters proved exactly why they belonged in the spotlight. Trading crisp combinations and showcasing elite striking from the outside, Greer and Hankinson wasted no time testing each other's grit and skill. The respect was mutual---but neither man backed down.
Greer shined in the clinch, expertly controlling the tempo and landing punishing elbows that clearly left an impression on the judges. While Hankinson's experience showed in moments of calculated pressure, it was Greer's relentless pace and clinch dominance that ultimately tipped the scorecards in his favor.
Co-Main Event | Sabrina Lorenzo Vs Nicole Martorella
In a high-stakes, can't-blink-or-you'll-miss-it co-main event, undefeated warriors Sabrina Lorenzo and Nicole Martorella collided in a clash where someone's "O" had to go---and neither fighter was willing to give it up without a war.
The moment the bell rang, the intensity was undeniable. Martorella came out like a storm, pressing forward with sharp, high-level boxing, looking to bulldoze her way inside and dismantle Lorenzo from close range. But Lorenzo wasn't having it. Cool, calculated, and razor-sharp, she used her reach like a sniper---tagging Martorella with precision strikes and keeping the relentless pressure at bay.
The pace never let up. The crowd was on fire, roaring with every exchange as these two gladiators went toe-to-toe in an all-out firefight. Blood, sweat, and heart were spilled in a bout that had fans out of their seats, screaming for more.
When the dust settled, and the judges rendered their razor-thin decision, it was Lorenzo who had her hand raised in a dramatic split decision victory---remaining unbeaten and elevating her record to a perfect 3-0.
Final Results
- Enzo Trivarelli vs. Ace Kapri
Winner: Enzo Trivarelli
Method: TKO (Due to Strikes)
Round/Time: Round 1, 1:44
- Stephen Franklin vs. Anthony Coyle
Winner: Stephen Franklin
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Elisha Wright vs. Ronald Lamon
Winner: Elisha Wright
Method: TKO (Due to Strikes)
Round/Time: Round 3, 1:13
- Angel Mejia-Martinez vs. Thomas Pena Jr
Winner: Angel Mejia-Martinez
Method: Split Decision
- Matthew Palantino vs. JOSEPH Nguyen
Winner: Matthew Palantino
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Jalen Wills vs. Anthony Trujillo
Winner: Jalen Wills
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Gabriel Blackwell vs. Walter Justice
Winner: Gabriel Blackwell
Method: Split Decision
- Brady Alabadi vs. John Montebono
Winner: Brady Alabadi
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Monica Celli vs. Elizabeth Ring
Winner: Monica Celli
Method: Split Decision
- Henry Benson vs. Liam Heil
Winner: Henry Benson
Method: Split Decision
- Christopher Mainardi vs. Pedro Martinez
Winner: Christopher Mainardi
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Mathew Ring vs. Austyn Beavers
Winner: Mathew Ring
Method: Split Decision
- Jake Moleski vs. Joseph Santiago
Winner: Jake Moleski
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Jack Missett vs. Jared Thomason
Winner: Jack Missett
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Qasim White vs. Julio Ventura
Winner: Qasim White
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Kathryn Michels vs. KAI Barreda
Winner: Kathryn Michels
Method: Unanimous Decision
- Sabrina Lorenzo vs. Nicole Martorella
Winner: Sabrina Lorenzo
Method: Split Decision
- Charles Greer vs. Ahmad Hankinson
Winner: Charles Greer
Method: Split Decision