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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Chris Thompson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tom Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Thompson comes to the cage accompanied by Jamie T - The Man's Machine. Jones has chosen Enter Sandman as his entrance music. Chris Thompson could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Tom Jones's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Chris Thompson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Tom Jones!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Elvis Blanc and Yves DeLean.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thompson drops Jones with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Jones looks back up at him and smiles so Thompson waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Jones is rocked!
It looks like Tom Jones has been cut.
Jones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Thompson.
Jones is still on wobbly legs! Can Thompson finish him?
Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jones seems to have recovered his senses.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Thompson is trying to force a seperation but Jones has the dominant position.
Thompson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Thompson is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones has double underhooks.
Jones looking to throw knees to the head but Thompson is blocking nicely.
Jones looking for a takedown.
Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones.
Thompson misses with a straight left.
Nice takedown defense from Thompson. No joy for Jones on that attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thompson misses with a straight right.
Jones throws a nice head kick!
It looks like Chris Thompson has been cut.
Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones tries to clinch up.
Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Thompson lands with a light punch inside.
Jones throws a knee to the head but misses.
Thompson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thompson misses with a looping left.
Chris Thompson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones moves away from the strike by Thompson.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thompson throws out the jab.
Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thompson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fighters circling - Thompson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones moves out of range of the strikes.
Thompson swinging wilding here.
Jones changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Thompson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Thompson struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones wants to control but Thompson is keeping him busy.
Thompson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ground and pound from Jones seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thompson is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Thompson can't do much from the bottom here.
Jones lands an elbow.
Thompson tries to bench press Jones off him but Jones keeps the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thompson defending against the ground and pound.
Jones throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Thompson works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Thompson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Jones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones trying to control the action but Thompson is working from the bottom.
Thompson trying to control but Jones postures up.
Jones is looking to take a break and control but Thompson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Jones tries to close the distance and clinch but Thompson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Thompson misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming.
Jones shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Jones was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jones scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Thompson?
Jones throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Thompson can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Jones is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Thompson can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Jones lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thompson avoids a series of strikes thrown by Jones.
Thompson is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Jones lands with some strikes.
Chris Thompson's cut is getting worse.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jones misses with a head shot.
Thompson is trying desperately to improve position.
Thompson tries to hold on but Jones postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Jones dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Jones takes the fight into the clinch.
Jones throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Thompson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Jones has Thompson pressed against the cage, preventing Thompson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jones avoids a punch combination nicely.
Thompson misses with the combination.
A jab from Thompson misses.
Jones's corner calls for a 1,2 combination and Jones duly obliges.
Chris Thompson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Thompson is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Jones's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Jones closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Thompson to the mat! Thompson manages to get full guard.
Thompson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones.
Jones with a nice head shot there.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Chris Thompson's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:01 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Tom Jones!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Debor Tan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bryn Wendowsky (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Wendowsky has chosen Quiet Dog Bite Hard as his entrance music. Bryn Wendowsky will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.
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180 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Debor Tan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Bryn Wendowsky!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Elvis Blanc and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wendowsky misses with an uppercut. Tan saw that one coming.
Wendowsky avoids the head kick by Tan.
Tan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wendowsky.
Tan throws a head kick that misses.
Tan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A jab from Wendowsky does it's job there.
It looks like Debor Tan has been cut.
Wendowsky scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wendowsky loads up on a big right hand but Tan slips the punch.
Tan moves out of range of the strikes.
Wendowsky bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tan's head.
Tan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wendowsky.
A cross from Tan lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wendowsky throws out a loose jab but Tan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wendowsky misses with an uppercut. Tan saw that one coming.
Wendowsky lands a nice looking body shot.
Wendowsky throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wendowsky lands with a straight right. Tan didn't see that one coming.
Tan fails to land with a series of punches.
Tan is breathing heavily.
Wendowsky misses with a body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tan staying out of range there.
Wendowsky swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tan.
Wendowsky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tan manages to avoid it.
Wendowsky is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Wendowsky's corner calls for a 1,2 combination and Wendowsky duly obliges.
Wendowsky misses with a looping right.
Wendowsky throws a jab when Tan was well out of range.
Wendowsky misses with a few strikes there.
Wendowsky throws the left hand but Tan avoids the punch easily.
Bryn Wendowsky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tan tries to bum rush Wendowsky with a series of wild strikes but Wendowsky uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tan avoids the body shot from Wendowsky.
Tan ducks under a wild hook from Wendowsky.
Tan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wendowsky throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tan moves out of range of the strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A swing and a miss from Tan.
Wendowsky swinging wilding here.
No joy there for Tan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wendowsky misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Wendowsky misses.
A slow jab from Wendowsky misses its intended target.
Wendowsky moves into range and connects with a jab.
A jab from Tan misses.
Wendowsky throws out a loose jab but Tan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wendowsky lands a lovely overhand right.
Tan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Wendowsky.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wendowsky takes a swing at Tan's ribcage but misses.
Wendowsky misses with an uppercut.
Wendowsky stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tan.
Wendowsky looks to land a right hand but Tan moved out of range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wendowsky scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wendowsky throws a hook but Tan avoids it easily.
Tan thuds his right hand into Wendowsky's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wendowsky throws a shot from downtown. Tan moves away and avoids it.
Wendowsky throws a lazy right hand but Tan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wendowsky has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wendowsky there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wendowsky moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice defenses there by Tan.
Tan throws a looping overhand right but Wendowsky ducks down to avoid it.
Wendowsky throws a hook to the side of Tan's head but Tan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wendowsky digs a good body shot into Tan's ribs.
Wendowsky throws a hook but Tan avoids it easily.
Wendowsky stuns Tan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wendowsky throws a series of strikes that have Tan backpedaling.
Tan throws a nice head kick!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wendowsky throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tan moves out of range of the strikes.
Tan throws the left hand but Wendowsky avoids the punch easily.
Tan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tan throws a hook to the side of Wendowsky's head but Wendowsky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wendowsky lands a jab to Tan's midsection.
Wendowsky missing with a left hand there. Tan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wendowsky circles away quickly and effectively.
Tan connects with a high kick.
Wendowsky misses with a double jab
and Tan counters with a head kick. That will keep Wendowsky thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wendowsky thows a body shot but no joy.
Wendowsky cracks Tan with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Wendowsky misses with an uppercut. Tan saw that one coming.
Tan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bryn Wendowsky dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Debor Tan's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Tan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wendowsky drops Tan with a beautiful combination! Tan stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Wendowsky is looking for the KO!
Tan is rocked!
Wendowsky moves out of range of the body kick from Tan.
Oh Tan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tan ducks right into an uppercut from Wendowsky.
Tan throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Tan seems to have got his legs back now.
Tan misses with a head kick.
A slow jab from Wendowsky misses its intended target.
Wendowsky cracks Tan with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Tan looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Wendowsky finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wendowsky lands a with a good body shot.
Wendowsky with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wendowsky throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tan moves out of range as Wendowsky strikes.
Bryn Wendowsky seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tan ducks under a wild hook from Wendowsky.
Tan throws a right hand that Wendowsky ducks under and follows up with a left that Wendowsky also avoids with ease.
Wendowsky lands a nice shot that snaps Tan's head back.
Debor Tan's cut is getting worse.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wendowsky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tan manages to avoid it.
Wendowsky throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wendowsky takes one to the side of the head.
Tan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tan with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wendowsky to score with a decent uppercut.
Wendowsky throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wendowsky lands a left and a right that send Tan crashing to the mat, dazed. Wendowsky thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Tan ducks under a wild hook from Wendowsky.
Wendowsky throws the left hand but Tan avoids the punch easily.
Tan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wendowsky scores with a shot to the body.
Wendowsky connects with a body shot.
Wendowsky loads up on a big right hand but Tan slips the punch.
The fighters circling - Wendowsky throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wendowsky.
Wendowsky lands a jab to the head.
Wendowsky stalks Tan and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tan's face. Tan staggers backwards, shaken.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wendowsky jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wendowsky avoids a kick to the body.
Tan slips under a jab from Wendowsky.
Wendowsky's corner calls for a 1-2. Wendowsky obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Debor Tan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wendowsky jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wendowsky blocks a head kick by Tan.
Wendowsky missing with a left hand there. Tan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wendowsky tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tan was well out of range. Poor timing from Wendowsky.
Tan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tan might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice shot by Wendowsky.
Wendowsky misses with a wild body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wendowsky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tan scores with a head kick.
Danga de danga de dang - Wendowsky scores with a four punch combination!
Wendowsky uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tan.
Tan throws a nice head kick!
Wendowsky lands with a cross.
Wendowsky waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tan.
A big left from Wendowsky misses.
Wendowsky looks to land a combination. Tan sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
No joy there for Wendowsky, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tan scores with a head kick.
Tan throws a sloppy head kick and Wendowsky moves out of range easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A combination from Wendowsky does no damage.
Wendowsky takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tan lands a with a good body shot.
Tan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tan lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wendowsky will feel that in the morning.
Wendowsky throws a series of punches but Tan moves out of range.
Donk. Tan catches Wendowsky right on the button with a cross.
Wendowsky throws a series of punches but Tan avoids them all with ease.
Tan misses with a wild body shot.
Tan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wendowsky throws a jab but it's blocked by Tan.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A combination from Tan does no damage.
Wendowsky is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tan.
Tan moves out of range as Wendowsky strikes.
Wendowsky moves out of range as Tan throws a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bryn Wendowsky showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Debor Tan's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Wendowsky throws out a loose jab but Tan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice straight punches there by Tan. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tan.
Tan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Wendowsky throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the body from Wendowsky misses
enabling Tan to counter with a crisp jab.
Wendowsky digs a good body shot into Tan's ribs.
Wendowsky throws a hook but Tan avoids it easily.
Wendowsky throws a right and a left that Tan avoids nicely.
Wendowsky takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A slow jab from Wendowsky misses its intended target.
Wendowsky misses with an uppercut.
A jab from Tan does it's job there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tan throws a right hand that Wendowsky ducks under and follows up with a left that Wendowsky also avoids with ease.
Tan throws a sloppy head kick and Wendowsky moves out of range easily.
Horrible takedown by Wendowsky or perhaps it was just good defense by Tan which made him look bad.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wendowsky takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A left and a right from Tan both land. Nice combination.
Wendowsky waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tan.
Wendowsky looks to land a right hand but Tan moved out of range.
Tan lands with a nice body kick.
Tan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tan slips a straight right by Wendowsky.
Wendowsky misses with a combination
letting Tan counter with a right hand.
Wendowsky looks to throw the jab but Tan is out of range.
Wendowsky throws a hook but Tan blocks it.
Tan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Nice defenses there by Tan.
Tan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wendowsky throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tan fails to land with a series of punches.
Wendowsky looks to throw the jab but Tan is out of range.
Wendowsky takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wendowsky.
Wendowsky takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Wendowsky misses with a straight right.
Wendowsky changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wendowsky scores with the left hand. Tan knows he should have avoided that one.
Wendowsky scores with a punch to the head.
Wendowsky throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wendowsky throws a jab when Tan was well out of range.
A cross from Tan lands.
Tan throws a head kick but Wendowsky moves out of range.
Wendowsky getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tan with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wendowsky to score with a decent uppercut.
Wendowsky bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tan's head.
Tan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheers as Tan lands an impressive looking overhand right. Wendowsky doesn't seem phased though.
Tan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tan ducks under a wild hook from Wendowsky.
Tan ducks under a wild hook from Wendowsky.
Tan misses with a head kick.
Tan scores with a jab. Wendowsky acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The fighters circling - Wendowsky throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wendowsky cracks Tan with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tan fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wendowsky on the side of the head.
Wendowsky lands with an overhand left.
Tan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wendowsky moves away.
Wendowsky steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tan. That one must have hurt.
Wendowsky paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wendowsky uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tan.
A slow jab from Tan misses its intended target.
Debor Tan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wendowsky misses with a series of wild punches.
Tan closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Tan looks to land a right hand but Wendowsky moved out of range.
Wendowsky looks to land a right hand but Tan moved out of range.
Tan jabs Wendowsky right on the nose. Wendowsky blinks but takes it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Debor Tan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Wendowsky has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bryn Wendowsky!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Pharrel Dickinson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Garelli (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dickinson's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Queen - The Show Must Go On. Garelli has chosen Patriarch on a Vespa as his entrance music. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Joe Garelli was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
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184 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Pharrel Dickinson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Joe Garelli!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Garelli scores with a takedown into Dickinson's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Garelli accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Garelli scoring with some ground and pound.
Garelli throwing strikes from guard but Dickinson blocks nicely.
Garelli loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Garelli postures up.
Garelli in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dickinson keeping moving, preventing Garelli from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Garelli postures up and lands a big shot to Dickinson's brow.
Garelli throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dickinson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dickinson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dickinson scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dickinson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Garelli.
Garelli moves into the clinch.
Garelli misses with some punches.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garelli lands a takedown into guard.
Dickinson is trying to control the position but Garelli postures up.
Garelli loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Garelli accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Garelli throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Garelli with a nice head shot there.
Dickinson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Garelli is controlling him.
Garelli postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Garelli prevents Dickinson from getting back to his feet.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Garelli fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dickinson, pushing him back against the cage.
Garelli lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Dickinson can't break the clinch.
Garelli lands an elbow just above Dickinson 's eye.
Garelli tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dickinson takes a knee to the side of the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Garelli creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Garelli with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Garelli utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Dickinson gets underhooks to prevent Garelli's takedown attempt.
Garelli looks gassed!
A frustrated look appears on Dickinson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dickinson is fighting off a takedown attempt but Garelli is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dickinson to the mat. Dickinson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Garelli missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Garelli throws a strike but Dickinson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Garelli has a closed guard, preventing Dickinson from standing up.
Dickinson is fighting to break Garelli's control of his arms but Garelli is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dickinson thows a big elbow that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dickinson tries to stand but Garelli is controlling from the bottom.
Dickinson slips nicely into half guard.
Dickinson prevents Garelli from improving his position.
Garelli gets back to full guard.
Dickinson wants to get up but he can't break Garelli's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Dickinson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Garelli trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Garelli looking for a sweep. Not yet Garelli, not yet.
Garelli throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Dickinson trying to control but Garelli is working from the bottom.
Garelli trying to strike off his back.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Garelli takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dickinson just misses with a punch to the body.
A punch combination from Dickinson misses.
Dickinson missing with a left hand there. Garelli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Garelli throws a head kick that misses.
Garelli is looking to chop away at Dickinson's legs.
Garelli lands with a nice body kick.
Dickinson just misses with a punch to the body.
Dickinson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Garelli slips under a jab from Dickinson.
A jab from Dickinson misses.
Dickinson scores with a hook to the body. Garelli takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Garelli throws the left hand but Dickinson avoids the punch easily.
Garelli lands a head kick. Dickinson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Dickinson digs a good body shot into Garelli's ribs.
Garelli slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Garelli lands with a nice body kick.
Garelli lands with a cross.
Garelli throws the kick towards the body but Dickinson avoids it.
Garelli with a nice cross.
Garelli tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Garelli dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Dickinson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Garelli moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dickinson misses with the combination.
Garelli throws a body kick that misses.
Garelli closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Garelli lands in his opponent's guard.
Garelli postures up in Dickinson's guard and throws a big left but Dickinson blocks it.
Garelli thows a big elbow that misses.
Dickinson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Garelli.
Garelli has gone for a leg lock! Dickinson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Garelli's guard.
Dickinson is looking to stand up but Garelli won't let him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Garelli bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dickinson's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garelli stops Dickinson from standing up.
Garelli seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Dickinson wants to get back to his feet but Garelli is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Garelli postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dickinson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Garelli.
Dickinson working a defensive guard here.
Garelli throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Garelli trying to control the position from guard on top but Dickinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Garelli.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Good standup being displayed there by Dickinson as he connects with a hook.
Garelli ducks under a wild hook from Dickinson.
Garelli scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Joe Garelli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dickinson lands with a right hand.
A big right from Dickinson misses.
Garelli decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Dickinson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dickinson wants to control but Garelli is keeping busy.
Dickinson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dickinson trying to control here.
Garelli throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Garelli has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Garelli wants to pass the guard but Dickinson is defending well.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Garelli lands a with a good body shot.
Dickinson works Garelli's body with a nice hook.
Dickinson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dickinson tests Garelli's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pharrel Dickinson is winning the standup battle so far.
Dickinson throws a hook but Garelli avoids it easily.
Garelli swings for the body but Dickinson moves out of range.
Garelli scores with a kick to the midsection.
Jab, jab by Dickinson - just one landing.
Garelli throws a nice inside leg kick.
Garelli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Garelli misses with a straight right.
A punch combination from Dickinson misses.
Dickinson misses the shot to the body.
Dickinson looks to score with a jab to the body but Garelli is just out of range.
Dickinson avoids a kick to the body.
Garelli takes one on the button.
Garelli shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Garelli was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Garelli misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Garelli throwing strikes here but Dickinson is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Garelli throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Dickinson avoids a series of strikes thrown by Garelli.
Garelli breaks from Dickinson's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Garelli throwing strikes but Dickinson uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Garelli trying to mount his opponent but Dickinson defends it.
Dickinson wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Garelli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Garelli throws a head kick that misses.
Dickinson throws a series of punches but Garelli avoids them all with ease.
Garelli connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Joe Garelli will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
No joy there for Dickinson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Garelli scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dickinson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Garelli takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Both fighters circling a little - Garelli finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Garelli scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dickinson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Garelli chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Garelli.
Dickinson looks to score with a jab to the body but Garelli is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Garelli.
Garelli fakes the leg kick and cracks Dickinson in the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Garelli finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Dickinson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garelli scores with a leg kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Garelli throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Garelli bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Garelli throws an elbow but Dickinson slips to the side and avoids it well.
Garelli tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Garelli has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dickinson is looking to regain half guard here but Garelli keeps moving and retains side control.
Joe Garelli has got the better of the ground game so far.
Garelli in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Check out the look on Garelli's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Garelli in side control lands a decent elbow.
Garelli working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Garelli tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dickinson's legs.
Dickinson wants to get back to his feet.
Dickinson struggling a bit here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Garelli landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Garelli working the head with strikes.
Dickinson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Dickinson wants to pass to mount but Garelli is defending the position.
Garelli wants to control but Dickinson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dickinson trying to control the action but Garelli is working from the bottom.
Garelli manages to get to full guard.
Garelli throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dickinson wants to control from the top but Garelli keeps moving.
Garelli escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dickinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dickinson tries to stand but Garelli is controlling from the bottom.
Garelli is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dickinson trying to control but Garelli is working from the bottom.
Garelli tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Garelli looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Garelli tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dickinson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dickinson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Dickinson lunges at Garelli with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Garelli's hand.
Pharrel Dickinson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dickinson avoids the body shot from Garelli.
Garelli lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Dickinson throws a body punch but Garelli moves out of range.
Pharrel Dickinson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A combination from Dickinson does no damage.
Good leg kick by Garelli there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Dickinson throws a series of punches but Garelli avoids them all with ease.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Garelli.
Garelli scoring well with a low kick there.
Garelli lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Garelli pushes Dickinson away with a front kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Garelli comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Garelli winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Garelli!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Alcides Salonica (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Craig Armstrong (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Salonica comes to the cage accompanied by "Weapons of Mad Distortion" by The Crystal Method. The crowd seem to be enjoying Armstrong's choice of entrance music: We Were Soldiers - Sgt. Mackenzie. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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275 lbs
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Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 3 - 2, fighting out of Montreal, Alcides Salonica!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Craig Armstrong!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Elvis Blanc and Alec Ball.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Armstrong fails with the takedown.
Salonica throws a looping overhand right but Armstrong ducks down to avoid it.
Salonica with a poor takedown
and Armstrong counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Armstrong.
Armstrong trying to control the position from guard on top but Salonica is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Armstrong cracks Salonica with a solid left hand.
Armstrong is pushing down on Salonica's leg trying to pass to half guard. Salonica is fighting to maintain full guard but Armstrong has managed to sneak the leg through.
Salonica is not content to let Armstrong control the position.
Salonica is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Armstrong thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Salonica's head.
Salonica tries to get to full guard but Armstrong has control of the leg.
Armstrong thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Salonica's head.
Salonica tries to get to full guard but Armstrong has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Armstrong.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Armstrong landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Salonica controlling the position well.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Armstrong throwing shots but Salonica is blocking nicely.
Armstrong scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Armstrong not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Armstrong scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Armstrong winds up and cracks Salonica with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Armstrong winds up and cracks Salonica with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Salonica is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Armstrong sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Salonica defending well though.
Armstrong throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Salonica landing small, sideways elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Salonica is trying to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Armstrong.
Salonica is looking to improve his position.
Armstrong working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Armstrong winds up and cracks Salonica with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Salonica taking some punishment here, with Armstrong in his half guard.
Armstrong takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Salonica taking some punishment here, with Armstrong in his half guard.
Salonica trying to control here.
Salonica is staying active underneath Armstrong, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Armstrong is nestled in close to Salonica, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Salonica is trying to stand up here but Armstrong is controlling him well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Armstrong is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Salonica!
The referee warns Salonica that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Armstrong fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Armstrong unloading with bombs!
Armstrong punishing his opponent with strikes.
Salonica is breathing heavily.
Armstrong lands with some strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Salonica takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Armstrong connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Armstrong lands a heavy elbow.
Salonica tries to hold on but Armstrong pushes him away.
Salonica is in all sorts of trouble here.
Salonica is in a horrible position here. Armstrong smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Armstrong is landing with some decent strikes but Salonica is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Armstrong breaks from Salonica's wrist control and lands an elbow.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Salonica working to try and regain half guard.
Salonica is working hard here to advance position.
Armstrong is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Salonica regains half guard.
Armstrong seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Armstrong seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Salonica does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Armstrong scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Salonica wants to control but Armstrong is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Armstrong working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Armstrong tries to pass the half guard into mount. Salonica knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Armstrong looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Salonica wants to improve his position but Armstrong is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Craig Armstrong dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Armstrong shoots in and drives through. Salonica sprawls well.
Salonica misses with a hook. Armstrong ducked under it nicely.
Salonica throws a jab when Armstrong was well out of range.
Armstrong keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Alcides Salonica seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Salonica throws a hook but Armstrong avoids it easily.
Salonica moves in looking to clinch but Armstrong pushes him off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Salonica throws out the jab.
Armstrong misses with a takedown
and Salonica counters with a three punch combo that has Armstrong backing up. Armstrong nods at Salonica to acknowledge the strikes.
A jab from Salonica misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Salonica misses with a series of wild punches.
Armstrong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Salonica waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Armstrong.
Armstrong shoots in for a takedown but Salonica shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Alcides Salonica has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Armstrong.
Salonica takes a swing at Armstrong's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Salonica misses the target.
Salonica cracks Armstrong with an open hand slap.
Armstrong on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Armstrong tries to score a power double leg takedown but Salonica sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Armstrong somewhat.
Salonica shoots in for a takedown but Armstrong shows good takedown defense.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Salonica circles away from the clinch attempt.
Armstrong moves out of range as Salonica strikes.
Armstrong drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Salonica wants to sweep but no luck.
Armstrong postures up in Salonica's guard and throws a big left but Salonica blocks it.
Armstrong throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Armstrong has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Armstrong throwing strikes but missing.
Armstrong postures up and lands a big shot to Salonica's brow.
Armstrong is in close to Salonica's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Armstrong landing some decent shots from guard.
Armstrong scoring with punches to the head and body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Salonica is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Armstrong has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Salonica is working away from the top position though.
Armstrong wants to control but Salonica passes into side.
Armstrong is trying to improve his position.
Armstrong is breathing heavily.
Armstrong sneaks back into half guard.
Salonica not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Armstrong manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Armstrong has control of Salonica's left arm, preventing Salonica from doing any damage.
Craig Armstrong has got the better of the ground game so far.
Armstrong has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Salonica off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Salonica misses with a double jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Salonica darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Armstrong fails with a takedown attempt.
Salonica misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Armstrong misses the shot to the body.
Armstrong shoots in for a takedown but Salonica shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Salonica digs a good body shot into Armstrong's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Craig Armstrong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
Armstrong fails with an attempt to clinch.
Salonica lands an overhand right.
Armstrong closes the distance looking to clinch
and Salonica connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Armstrong wants to clinch but Salonica slips to the side
and Salonica counters with a series of strikes. Armstrong will be more careful next time no doubt.
Armstrong misses with a looping right.
Armstrong with a poor takedown
and Salonica connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Salonica circles away from the clinch attempt
and Salonica counters with a nice uppercut.
Armstrong takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Salonica is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Salonica looks to throw the jab but Armstrong is out of range.
Salonica changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Armstrong looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Armstrong has one of Salonica's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
An elbow from Salonica crashes against the mat.
Armstrong is looking for a sweep.
Armstrong struggling a bit here.
Armstrong managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Salonica.
I wouldn't like to be where Armstrong is right now.
Armstrong regains half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Salonica wants to control but Armstrong is keeping him busy.
Salonica missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Armstrong is trying is best to control the position here.
Salonica missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Armstrong trying to control but Salonica postures up.
Armstrong is staying active underneath Salonica, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Salonica throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Armstrong is positioning himself well to prevent Salonica advancing to mount.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Salonica has Armstrong up against the cage in a clinch.
Salonica prevents a takedown attempt there.
Armstrong breaks the clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Armstrong doesn't manage to clinch there - Salonica circles away.
Salonica fails with the takedown
and Armstrong counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Armstrong postures up.
Armstrong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Armstrong postures up and lands a big shot to Salonica's brow.
Salonica wants to sweep here but Armstrong controlling him for the moment.
Armstrong lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Armstrong postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Armstrong prevents Salonica from getting back to his feet.
Armstrong working some strikes from top position.
Salonica controls Armstrong momentarily but Armstrong frees himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Armstrong is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Armstrong works over Salonica with some ground and pound from guard.
Armstrong chips away with some ground and pound.
Armstrong passes into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Salonica is looking to improve his position.
Salonica trying to control here.
Craig Armstrong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Armstrong landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Armstrong lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Alcides Salonica has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Armstrong is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Craig Armstrong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Armstrong winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 26:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 26:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Craig Armstrong!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Masahiko Kimura (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Abdullah Hosseini (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hosseini has chosen Zulfiqar - Secret Chiefs 3 as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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268 lbs
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255 lbs
9 - 3 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Masahiko Kimura!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Abdullah Hosseini!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A jab from Hosseini misses.
Abdullah Hosseini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheers as Hosseini lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kimura doesn't seem phased though.
It looks like Masahiko Kimura has been cut.
Hosseini lands with an uppercut that bounces Kimura off the cage and back into rage.
Hosseini lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Kimura falls backwards - clearly groggy! Hosseini dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Abdullah Hosseini!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Pierre St Georges (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Pierre LePew (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). St Georges's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, PSG theme song . LePew is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: It's Raining Men. Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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180 lbs
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179 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Pierre St Georges!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Pierre LePew!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Dillan Fox and Gregory Folan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
LePew leaves St Georges with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
LePew cracks St Georges with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
St Georges throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. LePew was covering up waiting for the punch and St Georges finishes the takedown easily into guard.
LePew bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in St Georges's guard.
LePew is stalling in the full guard.
I looks like LePew might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
LePew trying to control but St Georges is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LePew showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that LePew has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Despite being in the dominant position, Pierre LePew just isn't active enough and the referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
St Georges fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
St Georges attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
St Georges shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pierre St Georges. That's going to take a lot out of him.
LePew dodges the punch combination from St Georges.
LePew shoots in for a double leg but St Georges sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
St Georges scores a takedown into full mount!
St Georges landing strikes from the mount.
St Georges working for a submission but LePew is keeping him at bay.
LePew keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
St Georges goes for an armbar but he's not got it… LePew turns into him and now he's in St Georges's guard.
LePew advances position into side control!
St Georges parries the strikes from LePew easily there. LePew is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable St Georges to escape.
A lull in the action here.
St Georges wants to control but LePew postures up.
St Georges is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, LePew asserts his dominance and retains side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
LePew controlling the position.
St Georges is trying to control LePew's posture but LePew avoids it.
St Georges is looking to regain half guard here but LePew keeps moving and retains side control.
St Georges is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts St Georges, as that shot connected.
LePew shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts St Georges as he jumps to the side.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Pierre LePew will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
St Georges fails with the takedown
and LePew counters with a single leg into guard. St Georges didn't expect that.
St Georges is trying to control the position but LePew postures up.
LePew controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
St Georges has his foot on LePew's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. LePew works his way back into a safe position though.
LePew pushing down on St Georges's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
St Georges is looking to improve his position.
LePew controlling the action here.
St Georges is trying to stand back up but LePew is controlling him
That's one minute gone in the round.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with LePew in particular looking to stall.
St Georges wants to get back to full guard.
LePew controlling the pace.
St Georges is looking for a sweep. LePew is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
LePew is controlling the pace.
LePew working the head and body with strikes.
Still in half guard, LePew seems content to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
St Georges manages to get to full guard.
St Georges is looking for a triangle but LePew pushes his legs off easily.
St Georges looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
St Georges looking for submissions from the bottom but instead LePew passes into half guard.
LePew is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
LePew stops St Georges from getting back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
St Georges is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but LePew pulls his head out easily.
LePew maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! St Georges could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but LePew has cracked it and St Georges is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by LePew!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pierre LePew!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Phil DeBlunt (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sergeant Peppers (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). DeBlunt comes into the arena with Westside Connection - Bow Down blaring out of the sound system. Peppers has chosen Lip Gloss and Black--as made famous by Atreyu as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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21
280 lbs
6 - 1 - 0 |
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24
275 lbs
7 - 1 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Phil DeBlunt!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Sergeant Peppers!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, William Peck and Gregory Folan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Peppers gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A swing and a miss from DeBlunt.
Nice uppercut lands for Peppers. That snapped DeBlunt's head back.
It looks like Phil DeBlunt has been cut.
Peppers looks to throw the jab but DeBlunt is out of range.
DeBlunt defending well as Peppers loads up on a big left hand.
DeBlunt tests Peppers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
DeBlunt swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
DeBlunt is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeBlunt swings for the body but Peppers moves out of range.
A slow jab from Peppers misses its intended target.
Peppers closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Peppers tries to move to mount but DeBlunt blocks the move with his legs.
DeBlunt is pushing Peppers's head away, looking to escape. Peppers manages to hold on to the position though.
Peppers trying to control the action but DeBlunt is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
DeBlunt is looking to get back to his feet here but Peppers is keeping cool and he's managed to take DeBlunt's back.
Will Peppers go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Peppers looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
DeBlunt won't enjoy being in this position. Peppers looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - DeBlunt is tapping - it's over boys! Peppers picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:03 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sergeant Peppers!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Rick Robinson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Waldorf Astoria (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Robinson comes to the cage accompanied by Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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26
178 lbs
14 - 4 - 0 |
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21
184 lbs
10 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Experienced |
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Excellent MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
14 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Rick Robinson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Waldorf Astoria!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Yves DeLean and Alec Ball.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Astoria misses with a body shot.
Robinson defending well as Astoria loads up on a big left hand.
Astoria throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Robinson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A shot to the body from Robinson misses
and Astoria counters with a nice low kick that buckles Robinson's knee momentarily.
Astoria fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Astoria checks a leg kick.
Robinson checks a low kick from Astoria.
Astoria misses with a looping left.
Robinson misses with a jab, cross combination.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Robinson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Robinson lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Astoria has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Astoria and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Astoria misses with a wild body shot.
Robinson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Astoria misses with a body punch
and Robinson counters with a good low kick that Astoria was not able to check.
Astoria misses with a wild body shot.
Astoria comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Robinson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Robinson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Robinson throws a body kick the misses
and Astoria counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Astoria tries to land a leg kick but Robinson saw it coming and moves away.
Astoria throws a head kick but Robinson moves out of range.
Robinson throws a lazy head kick
and Astoria counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Robinson misses with a low kick.
Robinson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Astoria throws a hook to the side of Robinson's head but Robinson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Astoria misses with a wild body shot.
Robinson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Astoria moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Astoria moves out of range of the body kick.
Astoria misses the jab.
Robinson misses the shot to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Astoria pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Robinson misses with a leg kick
and Astoria counters with a two punch combo.
Robinson avoids the head kick by Astoria.
Astoria fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Robinson manages to avoid it.
Robinson throws a nice looking combination but Astoria bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Robinson tries a head kick but it misses.
Astoria swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Robinson counters with an outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Waldorf Astoria dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Robinson is looking to chop away at Astoria's legs.
Waldorf Astoria seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Astoria.
Astoria throws a lazy body kick
and Robinson counters with a thumping low kick.
Robinson looks to throw the jab but Astoria is out of range.
Astoria throws a leg kick that is checked
and Robinson counters with an outside leg kick.
Astoria misses the shot to the body.
Robinson throws a hook to the side of Astoria's head but Astoria sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A head kick misses from Astoria.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A solid leg kick lands there for Astoria.
A good leg kick by Astoria.
Waldorf Astoria seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Astoria thows a leg kick but Robinson checks it
and Robinson counters with an outside leg kick.
Astoria throws a hook but Robinson blocks it.
Astoria scores with a jab to the body.
Astoria misses with a leg kick
and Astoria takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Robinson misses with a low kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Robinson throws a body punch but Astoria moves out of range.
Astoria misses the body punch
and Robinson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Astoria throws a head kick that misses.
Robinson looks for the body kick but Astoria saw that one coming.
Robinson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Astoria looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Robinson working the ground and pound but Astoria is defending the strikes.
Astoria tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Astoria is trying to control Robinson's posture but Robinson avoids it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Astoria is trying to improve his position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Astoria is pushing Robinson's head away, looking to escape. Robinson manages to hold on to the position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Astoria's face as Robinson controls the position.
Astoria stops Robinson from passing to mount.
Robinson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Astoria to see if he's OK.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Astoria is looking to reverse the position.
Astoria wants to get back to his feet.
Astoria is breathing heavily.
Robinson tries to advance to mount but Astoria denies him.
Robinson misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Astoria scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Astoria uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Robinson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rick Robinson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Astoria throws a quick inside leg kick.
Robinson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Astoria throws out the jab.
Robinson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Astoria lands with an uppercut that bounces Robinson off the cage and back into rage.
Astoria waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Robinson.
Astoria fails to land with a series of punches.
Astoria throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Waldorf Astoria is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Astoria jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Robinson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Astoria looks to land a combination but Robinson avoids it well.
Astoria punishes Robinson's body with a nice straight punch.
Astoria defending well as Robinson loads up on a big left hand.
Robinson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Astoria looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Astoria moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Robinson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Astoria lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Astoria throws a big shot that misses.
Robinson misses with a takedown attempt
and Astoria makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Robinson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Astoria pivots, looking for a leg kick but Robinson is out of range and Astoria settles back down.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Astoria lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Astoria is looking to score with low kicks.
Astoria moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A jab from Robinson misses.
Robinson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Astoria counters with a nice kick to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Robinson motions for Astoria to come forward. Robinson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Astoria lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Robinson circles away quickly and effectively.
Astoria rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Robinson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Astoria looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Astoria swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Robinson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A chopping leg kick lands by Astoria.
And that's the end of the fight!
Waldorf Astoria comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Astoria has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Waldorf Astoria!
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Main event
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Lucas Lunar (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Uncomfortable Positions (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lunar comes to the cage accompanied by Seperate Ways by Journey. Uncomfortable Positions has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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25
178 lbs
12 - 2 - 0 |
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21
183 lbs
9 - 1 - 0 |
BJJ Brown Belt
Excellent MT
Very strong |
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Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Lucas Lunar!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Uncomfortable Positions!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Dillan Fox and Alec Ball.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lunar throws a hook but Positions blocks it.
Positions keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lunar.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Positions is defended easily by Lunar.
Positions clinches up with Lunar and pushes him back against the cage.
Positions tries to throw a body punch but Lunar avoids it by throwing Positions back against the cage.
Lunar stops a takedown attempt from Positions.
Lunar lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Positions presses Lunar against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lunar scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lunar struggles to land a body shot inside as Positions controls his hands.
Positions blocking some punches.
Lunar misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lunar misses with a hook from the clinch.
Positions tries to throw a body punch but Lunar avoids it by throwing Positions back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Lunar fails to land.
Lunar struggles to land a body shot inside as Positions controls his hands.
Lunar scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lunar wants to get back to striking at distance but Positions won't allow it.
Positions misses with a shot to the kidneys.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lunar misses with some punches.
Positions can't find room to land a body shot as Lunar controls the action.
A looping hook to the body misses from Positions. Lunar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Positions checks a leg kick.
Lunar throws a sloppy head kick and Positions moves out of range easily.
Positions checks a leg kick.
Positions shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lunar manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Positions throwing strikes but missing.
Positions missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Positions wants to control from the top but Lunar keeps moving.
Positions pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lunar is keeping the position for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lunar preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Positions with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lunar has his hands on Positions's head, controlling the position.
Lunar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Positions with a flurry of punches that miss.
Positions in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lunar wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Positions wants to pass the guard but Lunar is keeping the position.
Positions with a flurry of punches that miss.
Positions is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lunar is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lunar has escaped and now he's on top!
Positions is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Positions looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Positions is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Lunar trying to control here.
Positions misses with a head shot. Lunar uses the momentum to regain guard.
Positions loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lunar wants to get back to his feet but Positions is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uncomfortable Positions dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Nice uppercut lands for Lunar. That snapped Positions's head back.
Lunar misses with a straight left.
Lunar catches Positions with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Positions fails in his attempt to clinch.
Positions throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Positions shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lunar's guard.
Lunar has Positions pulled in close to control his posture.
Lunar wants to stand but Positions is controlling the position.
Lunar looking for a sweep. Not yet Lunar, not yet.
Positions is fighting to break Lunar's control of his arms but Lunar is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Positions in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Positions content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Positions scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Positions preventing the sweep.
Positions throwing strikes from guard but Lunar blocks nicely.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Positions accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lunar looking to control.
Positions postures up in Lunar's guard and throws a big left but Lunar blocks it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lunar managing to control the position.
Positions drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lunar dives on top into guard.
Lunar is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lunar wants to stand and escape but instead Positions has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.
Lunar is looking to stand up but Positions isn't so interested in that idea.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Positions wants to control from the top but Lunar keeps moving.
Positions content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Positions tries to free his leg and advance position but Lunar is retaining full guard.
Lunar working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Positions.
Positions thows a big elbow that misses.
Lunar working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Positions.
Lunar controls Positions momentarily but Positions frees himself.
Positions looking to pass the guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lunar wants to stand but Positions is controlling the position.
Positions throwing strikes but missing.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Positions just misses with a punch to the body.
Lucas Lunar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lunar lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Lunar scores with the left hand. Positions knows he should have avoided that one.
Positions throws a body punch but Lunar moves out of range.
Lunar lands a big head kick that sends Positions tumbling to the mat! Lunar takes a step backwards and waves Positions back to his feet - he wants the finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lucas Lunar dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Lunar throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It looks like Uncomfortable Positions has been cut.
Positions dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Positions doesn't manage to clinch there - Lunar circles away.
Positions takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lunar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Positions.
Positions lands with a cross.
Lunar swings for the body but Positions moves out of range.
Jab by Lunar.
Lunar displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Positions.
Positions misses with a body shot
and Lunar counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Positions throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lunar's waist but Lunar gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Positions off to one side.
Positions on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Positions scores with a punch to the head.
Positions tries to clinch there but Lunar circles away.
Lunar connects with a body shot.
Positions takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lunar misses with a jab, cross combination.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lunar.
Positions on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lunar. Lunar obviously looking to wear him down.
A cross from Lunar lands.
Lunar lands with a cross.
Positions blocks a jab.
A jab from Lunar finds it's way through Positions's defenses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lunar.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lunar.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lunar lands a nice looking kick to the body. Positions takes a step back to recover.
Positions throws a body punch but Lunar moves out of range.
Lunar fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Positions on the side of the head.
Lunar swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lunar lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Positions looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Lunar looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lunar is trying to control the position but Positions postures up.
Positions being controlled here momentarily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Positions throws and elbow that misses. Lunar uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Positions's guard. Nice move by Lunar!
Lunar is looking to stand up but Positions won't let him.
Lunar looking to pass the guard.
Positions lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Lunar!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lunar keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Positions avoids the attempt from Lunar to control.
Lunar is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Positions is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lunar is bucking up trying to escape but Positions cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lucas Lunar clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Uncomfortable Positions's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Positions misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lunar counters with a head kick.
Positions fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Positions moves in looking to clinch but Lunar pushes him off.
Lunar misses with a head kick.
Lunar lands a jab to Positions's midsection.
Positions looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Lunar trying to control but Positions postures up.
Lunar is pressing down on Positions's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lunar looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lunar avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Positions in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Positions trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lunar has momentary wrist control but Positions slips an elbow through the middle.
Lunar working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Positions.
Positions is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Positions looking to pass the guard.
Positions throwing strikes but missing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Positions looking to pass the guard.
Lunar trying to control the position here.
Lunar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lunar has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Positions displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lunar throws out the jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Positions lunges at Lunar with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lunar's hand.
Positions scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Positions takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lunar lands a jab to the nose.
Lunar misses with an uppercut.
Positions is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lunar's half guard.
Lunar is doing well to control the position and prevent Positions from advancing to side control.
Lunar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Positions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Positions looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lunar keeping control of the position.
Lunar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Positions.
Positions lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Lunar slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lucas Lunar had his way with Uncomfortable Positions in that round.
The cut man is working on Uncomfortable Positions's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
A nice leg kick lands there from Lunar.
Positions tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lunar swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lunar misses with a straight left.
Positions takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Positions checks a leg kick.
Positions throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Positions swings for the body but Lunar moves out of range.
Nice body kick there by Lunar.
Positions stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lunar.
Lunar fails to land with a series of punches.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lunar, as that shot connected.
Lunar lands with a cross.
Positions is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A good leg kick by Lunar.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Positions takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lunar chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Positions takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lunar swings away with a body shot that misses
and Positions decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lunar's guard.
Positions won't allow Lunar to get back to his feet.
Positions slips nicely into half guard.
Lunar is looking to control Positions's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lunar avoid being mounted?
Positions thows a huge punch but Lunar dodges it nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lunar is pressing down on Positions's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Positions thows a big elbow that misses.
Lunar utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Positions trying to control but Lunar is working from the bottom.
Lunar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Positions in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Uncomfortable Positions has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lunar throws out a powerful jab.
Positions swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lunar counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Positions is lucky that one didn't land flush.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Positions gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Positions misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lunar.
Positions misses the shot to the body.
Horrible takedown by Positions or perhaps it was just good defense by Lunar which made him look bad.
Nice takedown defense from Lunar. No joy for Positions on that attempt.
Positions shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lunar as he jumps to the side.
Lucas Lunar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uncomfortable Positions.
Lunar misses with the combination.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lunar.
Positions takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lunar throws the left hand but Positions avoids the punch easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Positions takes a swing at Lunar's ribcage but misses.
A punch combination from Lunar misses.
Positions looks to clinch
letting Lunar counter with a right hand.
Positions takes a swing at Lunar's ribcage but misses.
Uncomfortable Positions seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Positions feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Lunar is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Positions thows a big elbow that misses.
Lunar wants to sweep here but Positions controlling him for the moment.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lunar is trying to keep Positions in close.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Lunar showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lunar has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 49:46
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 49:46
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Lunar!
Lucas Lunar retains his welterweight title!
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