The Iron Ring is getting tougher and the injuries are piling up. It seems like the brutal match between Derek Strong and Daniel Akinyemi, which saw Strong on his way to the hospital and Akinyemi with a dislocated shoulder, has set a precedent. This week’s fighters sought to top that match with hard take downs and no mercy.

Ludacris’ tryouts in the ATL were no exception. Lightweight fighter Jaral Bowman gave Amin-Hameed a beat down that saw Hameed taken away on a stretcher and out of the game. Jaral yells to Ludacris after the match, “Pick me! I need to get out the hood!”

Luda, slightly confused, asks, “What exactly are they offering these fighters?”

Someone should tell Luda that for many of the fighters, winning big on “Iron Ring” means no more rats, roaches or run-down housing, and a chance to better support their families.

The fighters at Team Dipset’s tryouts may give Luda’s fighters a run for their money. Heavyweight fighter Carlos Moreno impressed Juelz Santana’s team by quickly taking down his opponent with a strong right hook.

Moreno left his opponent dazed and confused asking, “Why do I need a stretcher? I don’t even remember being hit. I lost?” He was taken away by paramedics after failing to comprehend what had just happened to him. Moreno brought a strong standing game and boxing style, exactly what Juelz is looking for … is he the perfect choice for Team Dipset’s heavyweight spot?