As well, what some fans called the most exciting fight in GCA history, Esteban Suave and "Rather Studly" Mike Burnett paid for their fame. Esteban Suave suffered a broken nose and 2 cracked ribs thanks to Burnett's strikes. Mike suffered severe tendon strains in his arm.
Stefano announced that Esteban wouldn't be cleared for competition until August while Burnett would be able to return in July. Yoshi's return date is indeterminate. Stefano said that as a result of Burnett being unable to co,mpete in the Tournament, Mong Boo would now face a different fighter at GCA 8: Ascension. The fighter would be chosen by the GCA executive committee and announced as soon as possible. Stefano said that Mike Burnett would get a title shot at GCA 9 in July.