Johnson dismantled opponent Virgil Zwicker inside the first five-minute period, as the heavyweight’s strength and punching power proved to be too much for Zwicker ($3,000) to endure. Evangelista had a bit more trouble defeating Waachiim Spiritwolf ($2,000), as the game welterweight fought valiantly to the final bell. Evangelista’s undefeated record, however, remained intact, as he took home a unanimous decision victory.
Main event winner Bobby Voelker was awarded $9,000, as he avenged an earlier loss to favored Roger Bowling ($3,500) in a losing effort. Though Bowling controlled the early action with his superior athleticism, Voelker stayed tough, managed to stun Bowling with punches in round two and earned a technical knockout. Bowling had defeated Voelker by unanimous technical decision at Strikeforce Challengers 8 after an accidental eye poke ended the bout prematurely.
Strikeforce Challengers 11 Payouts
Bobby Voelker -- $9,000
(includes $4,500 win bonus)
def.
Roger Bowling -- $3,500
Lavar Johnson -- $10,000
def.
Virgil Zwicker -- $3,000
Billy Evangelista -- $10,000
def.
Waachiim Spiritwolf -- $2,000
Julia Budd -- $3,000
(includes $1,500 win bonus)
def.
Shana Olsen -- $3,000
John Devine -- $4,000
(includes $2,000 win bonus)
def.
Brandon Cash -- $3,000
David Douglas -- $3,000
(includes $1,500 win bonus)
def.
Dominic Clark -- $1,500
These numbers, sent to Sherdog by the California State Athletic Commission, are disclosed pay only. UFC bonuses, handed out separately by the promotion, are also noted. These figures do not include additional bonuses or percentages of other revenue.