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DiGNITY 11 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Mickey Knox (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Adam Silva (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Knox comes to the cage accompanied by Something I Can Never Have. Silva has chosen Bullet For My Valentine - Your Betrayal as his entrance music. Adam Silva has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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156 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Mickey Knox!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Adam Silva!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Steve Smith and Robert Douchet.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Knox takes the fight into the clinch.
Silva stalling in the clinch.
Silva gets control of Knox's arms and successfully pulls guard. Silva will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Knox engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knox accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Knox passes easily into side control. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Knox taking a breather here.
Silva is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Knox throws a strike aimed at the side of Silva's head but Silva avoids it well.
You can see the frustration on Silva's face as Knox controls the position.
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.
The ground and pound from Knox seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Knox works to advance to full mount. Silva defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
The referee warns Silva that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Knox tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Knox scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Silva?
Knox lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Silva is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Knox postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Silva looks a forlorn figure.
A nice elbow there by Knox.
Knox is landing with some decent strikes but Silva is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Knox landing shots from mount.
Knox throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Knox tries to control but Silva wriggling away.
Knox looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva wants to hold on but Knox pushes him away.
Knox is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Silva has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Silva!
Knox is adopting a defensive guard.
Knox is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Silva defends well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mickey Knox dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Knox misses with a takedown attempt
so Silva counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Knox is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Silvais looking to pass into half guard but Knox pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Knox is in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Knox throws a big right hand that misses.
Silva trying to control the position.
Silva keeping moving, preventing Knox from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Silva has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Knox can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Knox stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Silva swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Knox postures up in Silva's guard and throws a big left but Silva blocks it.
Knox throws a big right hand that misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Knox trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Silva being controlled here, momentarily.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Knox slips nicely into half guard.
Knox thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Knox is trying to control. Silva wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Knox slows the pace down in half guard.
Silva trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Knox manages to pass to mount!
Silva is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Knox trying to control but Silva is having none of it.
Knox unloads with some shots from mount but Silva bucks and avoids them well.
That's four 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.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Knox cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Knox moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Silva has worked his arm free - good work by Silva!
Knox working the ground and pound.
Mickey Knox overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Knox taking a break here but Silva is having none of it and regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Adam Silva will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Knox's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Knox closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Silva to the mat! Silva manages to get full guard.
Silva can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Knox controls the pace.
Knox trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Knox slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Knox throwing strikes from guard but Silva blocks nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Knox postures up in Silva's guard and throws a big left but Silva blocks it.
Knox is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Mickey Knox just wasn't active enough.
Silva moves out of range as Knox strikes.
Knox gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Silva counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Knox's guard now.
Knox wants to sweep but no luck.
Knox is pulling down on Silva's head. It's preventing any offense from Silva, at least for the moment.
Knox keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully.
Silva must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Knox pulls Silva in to control the position.
Silva pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Knox is keeping the position for now.
Silva wants to control from the top but Knox keeps moving.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Adam Silva.
Knox scores a takedown into full mount!
Knox misses with a head shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silva tries to hold on but Knox postures up.
Knox connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Knox controlling the position easily from mount.
Knox throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Knox trying to control but Silva is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Knox controlling the position easily from mount.
Knox goes for an armbar but Silva turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Silva.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Knox is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mickey Knox showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Knox has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 for Mickey Knox!
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight for Mickey Knox!
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight for Mickey Knox!
Mickey Knox wins by unanimous decision!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Jason Bourne (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joey Popham (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bourne comes into the arena with Going Under by Evanescence blaring out of the sound system. Popham has chosen remember the name as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Joey Popham struggled to make weight for this fight. He only made it down to 156.1lbs at the first attempt and had to take the additional two hours to make the official bout weight. Let's see how much it's taken out of him. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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157 lbs
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169 lbs
4 - 5 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Granite chin |
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Brawler
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Jason Bourne!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Joey Popham!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Popham with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bourne counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Bourne lands a nice looking body kick.
Bourne throws a nice head kick!
It looks like Joey Popham has been cut.
Popham has his takedown stuffed
and Bourne counters with a head kick that drops Popham to the mat! Popham scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Popham is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bourne lands a leg kick that knocks Popham off balance momentarily.
Bourne lands a big head kick that sends Popham to the canvas! Bourne follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jason Bourne!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Dean Perry (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Charlisson Rousseff (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Perry comes to the cage accompanied by Ready To Go by Republica. Rousseff has chosen Mail Man Blues - Sleepy John Estes as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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183 lbs
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179 lbs
8 - 5 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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Excellent boxer
Heavy handed |
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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 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Dean Perry!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Charlisson Rousseff!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Yves DeLean and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Perry misses with a takedown
and Rousseff counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Perry has his takedown stuffed
and Rousseff counters with a takedown into side control.
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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Charlisson Rousseff.
Rousseff throws an off balance right hand
and Perry counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Rousseff is staying active underneath Perry, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Rousseff keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Rousseff can do anything to dispel that myth.
Perry throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Dean Perry.
Rousseff throws an off balance right hand
and Perry cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Rousseff digs a good body shot into Perry's ribs.
Rousseff misses the jab.
Rousseff throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Perry counters with a nice double leg into guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rousseff tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rousseff lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Perry!
Rousseff sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
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.
Perry is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Perry regains half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rousseff is taking a breather. Perry says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Charlisson Rousseff dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Perry fails with the takedown
and Rousseff counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Perry takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rousseff rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Perry decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rousseff's guard.
Rousseff looking for a sweep. Not yet Rousseff, not yet.
Rousseff is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Perry passes Rousseff's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rousseff is controlling Perry's trapped leg to prevent Perry from advancing to side control.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Charlisson Rousseff.
Rousseff fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Perry manages to avoid it.
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.
Rousseff doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Perry counters with a takedown into side control.
Dean Perry overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rousseff wants to control but Perry postures up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rousseff is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Perry tries to advance to mount but can't.
Rousseff is holding Perry down, trying to stall.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Charlisson Rousseff wasn't active enough on the ground.
Rousseff swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Perry counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Perry postures up in Rousseff's guard and throws a big left but Rousseff blocks it.
Perry postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Perry postures up in Rousseff's guard and throws a big left but Rousseff blocks it.
Rousseff looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Charlisson Rousseff.
Rousseff swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Perry counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dean Perry dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
Perry doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rousseff tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Perry swivels and escapes.
Rousseff misses with an uppercut
and Perry counters with a straight right hand.
Rousseff throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Perry counter with a right hand.
Perry gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rousseff counters with a stiff right hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rousseff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rousseff throws a series of punches but Perry moves out of range.
Rousseff misses with a series of wild punches.
Perry misses with a body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Perry cracks Rousseff with an open hand slap.
Rousseff waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Perry.
Perry shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Perry was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Rousseff can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rousseff holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Perry tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Perry goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Rousseff turns into him and now he's in Perry's 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.
Rousseff sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Charlisson Rousseff comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rousseff 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 Steve Smith scores the fight for Charlisson Rousseff!
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight as a draw!
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Dean Perry!
The fight ends as a draw!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Tony Corner (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Graham Goddard (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Goddard has chosen War Is My Destiny as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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156 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Tony Corner!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
12 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Graham Goddard!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Alec Ball and Elvis Blanc.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A shot to the body from Corner misses
and Goddard counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Corner!
Goddard fails to advance to Corner's back.
Corner is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Goddard tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Goddard looking to control but Corner is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Goddard controlling his opponent.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Goddard throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Corner because Goddard loaded up on that one.
Corner knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Goddard on the ground.
Goddard goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Corner turns into him and now he's in Goddard's guard.
Goddard trying to control the position.
That's two 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.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Graham Goddard was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Goddard misses with a left hand
and Corner makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Corner connects with a jab.
Goddard gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Goddard closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Corner's guard.
Goddard looking to pass the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Goddard accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Goddard pushing down on Corner's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Goddard is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Corner!
Goddard looking to control but Corner is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Goddard lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Corner is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Corner prevents Goddard from taking his back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Goddard throwing strikes here but Corner is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Goddard takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Goddard is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Corner won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Goddard off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Graham Goddard!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jacoby Wilcox (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chucky Little (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Wilcox's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Danger: Wildman. Jacoby Wilcox is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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215 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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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
10 - 4 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Jacoby Wilcox!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Chucky Little!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Robert Douchet and Yves DeLean.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wilcox checks a leg kick nicely.
Some wild striking there from Little.
Wilcox swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Little counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Little walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wilcox tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilcox swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wilcox motions for Little to come forward. Wilcox throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Little gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Little lands with a light punch inside.
It looks like Jacoby Wilcox has been cut.
Little stalling in the clinch.
Wilcox breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jacoby Wilcox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Little looks to land a combination but Wilcox avoids it well.
Little rushes Wilcox and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Wilcox drops down looking for an ankle pick but Little pulls his leg out and moves away.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
A low kick from Little misses
and Wilcox counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wilcox wants to control from the top but Little keeps moving.
Little not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wilcox won't allow Little to sweep him here.
Wilcox trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Little is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wilcox accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilcox thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Little wants to sweep but no luck.
Wilcox slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Little really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Wilcox. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wilcox is pushing down on Little's leg trying to pass to half guard. Little is fighting to maintain full guard but Wilcox has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wilcox scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Wilcox is controlling the pace.
Little tries to get to full guard but Wilcox has control of the leg.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Little won't allow Wilcox to pass to mount.
Little is trying to maintain the position but Wilcox is very close to passing his half guard.
Wilcox trying to control the action but Little is working from the bottom.
Wilcox not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Little is trying to control but can't.
Wilcox controlling the action here.
Wilcox throwing shots but Little is blocking nicely.
Little blocking the ground and pound attempt from Wilcox.
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.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Little slips a straight right by Wilcox.
Wilcox closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Little to the mat! Little manages to get full guard.
Wilcox controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wilcox trying to control the position from guard on top but Little is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Little pulls Wilcox in close to his closed guard and prevents Wilcox from doing any damage or advancing position.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Little throws a body punch but Wilcox moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacoby Wilcox dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jacoby Wilcox'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.
Wilcox keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wilcox tries a low kick but Little avoids it.
Wilcox tries to clinch there but Little circles away.
Little will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Little thows a body shot but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wilcox wants to clinch
and Little counters with a two punch combo.
Little looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wilcox takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Little keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wilcox.
Little rushes Wilcox and presses him up against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Little wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Wilcox has him pressed against the cage.
Wilcox makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Little lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Little tries a body shot but Wilcox blocks it.
Wilcox goes for a takedown in the clinch but Little prevents it.
Wilcox stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Little misses with a hook from the clinch.
Little wants to get back to striking at distance but Wilcox won't allow it.
Wilcox is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Little gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Wilcox lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Little.
Little lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wilcox or not.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Little.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilcox.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Little as Wilcox tries to tie him up.
Wilcox drops down looking for an ankle pick but Little pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacoby Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Little scores with a hook to the body. Wilcox takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wilcox rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Little counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wilcox throws a left and a right that both miss
and Little counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wilcox connects with a solid leg kick.
Wilcox lands a glancing blow to the side of Little's head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wilcox rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Little counters with a nice uppercut.
Little throws a leg kick that is checked
and Wilcox counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wilcox misses with a wild body shot.
Little moves into the clinch successfully.
Wilcox changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Little fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Little lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chucky Little showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jacoby Wilcox's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Wilcox checks a leg kick.
Little throws a series of punches but Wilcox avoids them all with ease.
Wilcox throws a body punch but Little moves out of range.
Wilcox looks to clinch
and Wilcox takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Little connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Little slaps away a takedown attempt from Wilcox, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Little sprawls well. Little wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Wilcox gets slowly back to his feet.
Little throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wilcox does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wilcox misses with a few strikes there.
Little keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wilcox.
Wilcox has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Little finds it's way round the side to connect with Wilcox's head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Wilcox.
Wilcox gets tackled into the cage by Little. Little maintains the clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A short right from Little.
Wilcox changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Little fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacoby Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilcox slips a straight right by Little.
Wilcox tries to score a power double leg takedown but Little sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Wilcox somewhat.
Little lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Little displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wilcox throws out the jab.
Wilcox throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wilcox misses with a shot to the body
and Little counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilcox throws a hook but Little blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chucky Little comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Little 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 Steve Smith scores the fight for Chucky Little!
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight for Chucky Little!
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight as a draw!
Chucky Little wins by majority decision!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Connor Cozad (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Anthony Kiedis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kiedis is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Extacy-DJ Tiesto. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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24
158 lbs
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155 lbs
8 - 2 - 1 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Very strong |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Connor Cozad!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 2 - 1, fighting out of New York, Anthony Kiedis!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Steve Smith and Gregory Folan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cozad scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Cozad throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cozad is trying to control. Kiedis wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cozad content to control rather than advance.
Cozad is looking to take a break and control but Kiedis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kiedis is trying to maintain the position but Cozad is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Connor Cozad.
Cozad throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kiedis counters with a good low kick that Cozad was not able to check.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cozad swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cozad throws an off balance right hand
and Kiedis counters with a leg kick.
A shot to the body from Cozad misses
and Kiedis counters with a slapping leg kick.
A shot to the body from Cozad misses
and Kiedis counters with a leg kick.
Cozad swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kiedis counters with a good low kick that Cozad was not able to check.
Kiedis connects with a solid leg kick.
Kiedis lands a leg kick that knocks Cozad off balance momentarily.
A shot to the body from Cozad misses
and Kiedis counters with a nice body kick.
Kiedis closes the distance and clinches.
Kiedis with an attempt at a knee that misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cozad has a couple of punches blocked by Kiedis.
Kiedis dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kiedis misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Cozad.
Kiedis misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Cozad.
Kiedis tries to land a knee to the head but Cozad blocks with his arms.
Kiedis landing knees to the head.
Kiedis throws a knee to the head but misses.
Cozad stalls.
Cozad tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kiedis avoiding damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cozad on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Cozad as Kiedis tries to tie him up.
Kiedis with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Kiedis working Cozad over with knees to the body.
Kiedis misses with a knee strike.
Kiedis trying to land knees to the body.
Kiedis crunches a lovely knee into Cozad's ribcage.
Kiedis trying to land knees to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cozad throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kiedis is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cozad is defending well for now.
Cozad blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kiedis missing with knees to the body.
Kiedis tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Cozad wants to stall.
Kiedis throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Cozad blocks it with crossed arms.
Cozad trying to stall but Kiedis improves his position.
Kiedis tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Cozad avoids it.
Kiedis tries to land knees in the clinch but Cozad avoids the damage to the body.
Kiedis stalling in the clinch.
Kiedis misses with a knee strike.
Kiedis looks gassed!
Kiedis tries to land knees in the clinch but Cozad avoids the damage to the body.
Kiedis tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kiedis is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cozad is defending well for now.
Kiedis taking a breather.
Cozad just leaning against Kiedis, taking a breather.
Kiedis throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kiedis tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Cozad avoids it.
Kiedis tries a knee to the head but Cozad blocks it.
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.
Cozad pushes Kiedis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Cozad breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cozad swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cozad throws a sloppy body shot
and Kiedis counters with an inside leg kick.
Cozad sizes up Kiedis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Cozad throws a hook but Kiedis blocks it.
Cozad shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kiedis eats them both and turns towards Cozad to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
It looks like Anthony Kiedis has been cut.
Kiedis is looking to chop away at Cozad's legs.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kiedis moves away from the strike by Cozad.
Cozad rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kiedis counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Kiedis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Anthony Kiedis'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.
Cozad thows a body shot but no joy.
Cozad swings widly with a right hand
and Kiedis counters with a nice body kick.
A punch combination from Cozad misses.
Cozad misses with a series of wild punches.
Cozad misses with a hook to the body
and Kiedis counters with a good low kick that Cozad was not able to check.
Cozad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cozad misses with a head kick.
Connor Cozad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cozad looks to land a left hand but Kiedis moved out of range nicely.
A big left from Cozad misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cozad throws an off balance right hand
and Kiedis counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Cozad is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Cozad closes the distance and clinches up with Kiedis, looking for a takedown. Cozad pushes Kiedis against the cage but Kiedis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cozad misses with a wild body shot.
Cozad throws a head kick but Kiedis moves out of range.
Kiedis scores with a leg kick.
Kiedis connects with a solid leg kick.
Kiedis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Cozad misses with a right hand
and Kiedis counters with a head kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cozad.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cozad misses with a lunging right hand
and Kiedis counters with an inside leg kick.
Kiedis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Anthony Kiedis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cozad misses with a combination
and Kiedis counters with a body kick that stops Cozad in his tracks momentarily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kiedis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Cozad moves out of range of the body kick.
A head kick from Kiedis lands but Cozad takes it in his stride.
Cozad looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Cozad throws a sloppy head kick
and Kiedis counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Cozad is lucky that one didn't land flush.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cozad throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kiedis counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Good leg kick by Kiedis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Cozad throws a lazy head kick
and Kiedis counters with a thumping low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Kiedis.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kiedis.
Cozad has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kiedis.
Kiedis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kiedis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kiedis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cozad's sensitive parts.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
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!
Kiedis thumps Cozad with a low kick.
Cozad takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Cozad misses with a takedown attempt
and Kiedis counters with a good, hard body kick but Cozad shrugs it off.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor Cozad. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Cozad crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kiedis - the referee stops the clock and Cozad gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kiedis. Cozad manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kiedis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cozad's sensitive parts.
Kiedis is looking to clinch.
Cozad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A head kick from Kiedis lands but Cozad takes it in his stride.
Cozad swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kiedis counters with an outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Kiedis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Anthony Kiedis's cut.
That's time! Cozad's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Cozad throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Cozad loads up on a big right hand but Kiedis slips the punch.
Nice defenses there by Kiedis.
Cozad feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kiediss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Cozad feints and as Kiedis raises his hands in defense, Cozad changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Cozad pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kiedis is keeping the position for now.
Cozad works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cozad sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kiedis defending well though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kiedis is staying active underneath Cozad, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kiedis tries to get to full guard but Cozad has control of the leg.
Kiedis keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kiedis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cozad.
Kiedis is holding on to half guard well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kiedis wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kiedis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cozad.
Anthony Kiedis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kiedis controlling the position for now.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Kiedis tries to clinch up but Cozad circles away and keeps his distance.
Cozad blocks a head kick by Kiedis.
Cozad chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kiedis can pounce on him.
Connor Cozad has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kiedis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cozad.
Cozad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kiedis throws a body kick that misses.
Cozad throws a hook to the side of Kiedis's head but Kiedis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cozad listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kiedis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Cozad throws a leg kick
and Kiedis counters with a leg kick.
Cozad throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Cozad digs a good body shot into Kiedis's ribs.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A head kick misses from Kiedis.
Cozad misses with a looping right.
Kiedis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kiedis tries a head kick but it misses.
Cozad comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Cozad.
Cozad throws a poor cross that misses
and Kiedis counters with a nice leg kick.
Cozad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Connor Cozad showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kiedis 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight for Anthony Kiedis!
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight for Anthony Kiedis!
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight for Anthony Kiedis!
Anthony Kiedis wins by unanimous decision!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jacques Deupreaux (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Avtomat Kalashnikov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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25
270 lbs
13 - 8 - 0 |
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283 lbs
8 - 3 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
Very strong |
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World class 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
13 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Jacques Deupreaux!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Avtomat Kalashnikov!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Deupreaux looking to score a takedown here. Kalashnikov is defending well but Deupreaux drives through and ends up in Kalashnikov's guard.
Deupreaux might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Deupreaux missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kalashnikov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Deupreaux has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Deupreaux is in close to Kalashnikov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Deupreaux working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Deupreaux loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Deupreaux trying to control but Kalashnikov is working from the bottom.
Deupreaux working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kalashnikov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Deupreaux thows a big elbow that misses.
Deupreaux tries to free his leg and advance position but Kalashnikov is retaining full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalashnikov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Deupreaux looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Deupreaux loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Deupreaux missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Deupreaux pushes down on Kalashnikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Deupreaux connects with a nice short shot to Kalashnikov's temple.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Deupreaux thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Deupreaux not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Deupreaux wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kalashnikov keeps working.
Kalashnikov has hold of Deupreaux's hands but Deupreaux slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Deupreaux throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kalashnikov wants to improve his position but Deupreaux is controlling well.
Kalashnikov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Deupreaux thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Deupreaux seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kalashnikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Deupreaux throwing shots but Kalashnikov is blocking nicely.
Kalashnikov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Deupreaux missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Deupreaux wants to pass to mount but Kalashnikov is defending the position.
Deupreaux throwing shots but Kalashnikov is blocking nicely.
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.
Deupreaux throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kalashnikov is concentrating on defense, preventing Deupreaux from advancing position.
Deupreaux throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Deupreaux throwing shots but Kalashnikov is blocking nicely.
Kalashnikov has hold of Deupreaux's hands but Deupreaux slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Deupreaux sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kalashnikov defending well though.
Kalashnikov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Deupreaux.
Nice strikes from Deupreaux there.
Deupreaux throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacques Deupreaux dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Deupreaux tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kalashnikov counters with a left to the body.
Deupreaux tries to clinch but Kalashnikov moves out of range.
Deupreaux tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kalashnikov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Deupreaux somewhat.
Deupreaux misses with a combination
enabling Kalashnikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Deupreaux shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
It looks like Jacques Deupreaux has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Deupreaux fails with a takedown attempt.
Kalashnikov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Deupreaux fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kalashnikov sprawls well initially but Deupreaux persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kalashnikov wants to get back to his feet.
Deupreaux wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kalashnikov keeps working.
Deupreaux is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kalashnikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Kalashnikov is looking for a sweep. Deupreaux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kalashnikov wants to get back to his feet.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Jacques Deupreaux.
Kalashnikov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Deupreaux is looking to clinch.
Kalashnikov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Deupreaux is looking to clinch but Kalashnikov is avoiding it.
Deupreaux looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Deupreaux is keeping busy.
Kalashnikov tries to kick Deupreaux off but Deupreaux keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kalashnikov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Deupreaux. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Deupreaux throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jacques Deupreaux overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Deupreaux lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Deupreaux stops Kalashnikov from getting back to his feet.
Deupreaux lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalashnikov has hold of Deupreaux's hands but Deupreaux slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov trying to control from the bottom.
Deupreaux thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Deupreaux throws a strike but Kalashnikov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Deupreaux distracts Kalashnikov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Deupreaux is looking to work some ground and pound but Kalashnikov has wrist control.
Deupreaux drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kalashnikov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Deupreaux has Kalashnikov in his guard.
Deupreaux is working an open guard so Kalashnikov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Deupreaux moves away from the strike by Kalashnikov.
Deupreaux forces Kalashnikov back against the cage and clinches.
Deupreaux pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Avtomat Kalashnikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jacques Deupreaux's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Deupreaux tries to bum rush Kalashnikov with a series of wild strikes but Kalashnikov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Deupreaux wants to clinch
and Kalashnikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kalashnikov moves out of range as Deupreaux throws a body kick.
Deupreaux falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kalashnikov counters with a straight right hand.
Deupreaux pushes Kalashnikov up against the cage in a clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Kalashnikov tries a body shot but Deupreaux blocks it.
Deupreaux gets through Kalashnikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kalashnikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Deupreaux creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Deupreaux prevents a body shot from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov tries to break the clinch but Deupreaux is controlling the position.
Kalashnikov is trying to force a seperation but Deupreaux has the dominant position.
Deupreaux keeps control of Kalashnikov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Deupreaux missing with knees to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalashnikov tries a body shot but Deupreaux blocks it.
A hook to the body from Deupreaux.
Kalashnikov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Deupreaux breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kalashnikov misses with a wild combination.
Deupreaux on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jacques Deupreaux is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Deupreaux tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kalashnikov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Deupreaux somewhat.
Deupreaux throws a series of punches but Kalashnikov avoids them all with ease.
Deupreaux doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jacques Deupreaux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Deupreaux doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kalashnikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalashnikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Deupreaux moves away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kalashnikov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Deupreaux under the eye.
Kalashnikov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Deupreaux takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kalashnikov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Deupreaux sprawling to the canvas! Deupreaux rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Kalashnikov finish him?!
Nice body punch from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov lands with a straight right. Deupreaux didn't see that one coming.
Jacques Deupreaux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Deupreaux is rocked!
Deupreaux leaves his chin hanging out and Kalashnikov seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Deupreaux crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Avtomat Kalashnikov!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Jean Paul Sartre (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Milo Winner (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Sartre might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Heartbeats. Winner has chosen Anderson Silva Theme Song as his entrance music. Milo Winner is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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190 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Jean Paul Sartre!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Milo Winner!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Gregory Folan and Dillan Fox.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sartre tries to clinch up
and Winner counters with a series of strikes. Sartre will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sartre connects with a leg kick. Winner looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sartre.
Sartre misses the shot to the body.
Winner misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sartre sizes up Winner with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sartre throws a right hand that Winner ducks under and follows up with a left that Winner also avoids with ease.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sartre stalks Winner and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Winner's face. Winner staggers backwards, shaken.
A bone on bone clash there as Winner blocks the leg kick.
Sartre pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Winner sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Sartre lands a jab to Winner's midsection.
Sartre throws a leg kick
and Winner counters with a shoot takedown. Sartre fights it but they end up in guard.
Winner throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sartre works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Winner looking to pass the guard.
Winner is pushing down on Sartre's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sartre is fighting to maintain full guard but Winner has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sartre is pressing down on Winner's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Winner has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Winner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sartre swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sartre wants to sweep here but Winner controlling him for the moment.
Winner tries to free his leg and advance position but Sartre is retaining full guard.
Winner throws a strike but Sartre rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sartre stops Winner from standing up.
Sartre trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Winner manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Winner sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sartre's guard.
Sartre regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Winner.
Winner trying to control the position from guard on top but Sartre is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sartre 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.
Winner forces his way into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Winner missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
That's four 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.
Sartre works his way to full guard. Good work.
Winner throws a big right hand that misses.
Winner tries to stand but Sartre is controlling from the bottom.
Winner looking to pass the guard.
Sartre trying to control the position here.
Winner in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Winner trying to control but Sartre is working from the bottom.
Winner forces his way into half guard.
Sartre avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Winner.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jean Paul Sartre will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Sartre wants to slow Winner down by chopping away at his legs.
Winner avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sartre is looking to land body kicks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sartre. That's going to slow Winner down.
Jean Paul Sartre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Winner fails to land with a series of punches.
Sartre bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winner throws a head kick that misses
and Sartre counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sartre misses with a right hand
and Winner counters with a two punch combo.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sartre lands a head kick. Winner smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Sartre lets loose with a powerful body kick. Winner will feel that in the morning.
A head kick misses from Sartre.
Sartre throws a jab when Winner was well out of range.
Sartre plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A head kick by Sartre misses
and Winner counters with a left and a right that stings Sartre.
Sartre pivots, looking for a leg kick but Winner is out of range and Sartre settles back down.
Winner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sartre slips a jab and a cross from Winner.
Sartre scores with a one two! Winner had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sartre misses with a right hand
and Winner counters with a two punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Winner throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sartre moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sartre takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Winner misses with a combination
and Sartre counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sartre.
Jean Paul Sartre is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sartre wants to clinch up but Winner keeps it at a distance.
Sartre lands a glancing blow to the side of Winner's head.
Sartre connects with a body shot that sends Winner's belly button to the back.
Sartre connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Winner ducks under a wild hook from Sartre.
Sartre slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Winner takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Winner swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sartre counters with a body kick.
Sartre throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sartre lands a nice leg kick that just misses Winner's sensitive parts.
Sartre throws a body kick the misses
and Winner counters with a two punch combo.
Winner misses with a wild combination.
Sartre is looking to clinch but Winner is avoiding it.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sartre tries to clinch but Winner is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jean Paul Sartre dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Sartre misses with a hook to the body
and Winner counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Sartre avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Winner passes Sartre's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Sartre wants to control but Winner is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Winner wants to stand up but Sartre is controlling the position.
Winner wants to free his trapped foot but Sartre is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sartre is in trouble now - Winner has advanced to mount!
Sartre tries to hold on but Winner pushes him away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Poor strikes thrown by Winner there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Winner unloads with some shots from mount but Sartre bucks and avoids them well.
Winner with a couple of short strikes.
Sartre sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Winner thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Winner throwing shots but Sartre is blocking nicely.
Sartre blocking the ground and pound attempt from Winner.
Winner tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sartre knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Winner passes to full mount!
Sartre is trying to escape the mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Winner punching from mount but Sartre doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Sartre bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Winner wants to stand and escape but Sartre is having none of it.
Sartre trying to control but Winner is working from the bottom.
Winner keeping full guard, as Sartre tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sartre slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Jean Paul Sartre just wasn't active enough.
Sartre lands with a thumping leg kick.
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.
Sartre lands a nice shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Sartre.
Sartre moves in looking to clinch but Winner pushes him off.
Some bone on bone action there as Winner checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Winner's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sartre connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Winner scrambles back to his feet.
Winner throws a sloppy head kick
and Winner takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sartre lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Milo Winner.
I think Sartre 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight for Jean Paul Sartre!
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight for Jean Paul Sartre!
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight for Jean Paul Sartre!
Jean Paul Sartre wins by unanimous decision!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ronnie Coleman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Poncho Rojo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Coleman might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Don't Tread On Me By Metallica. Rojo is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by War is my destiny. On his way into the cage it seems that Ronnie Coleman has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Ronnie Coleman seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Ronnie Coleman!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Poncho Rojo!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Gregory Folan and Robert Douchet.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rojo misses with a jab to the body
and Coleman counters with a right hand to the body.
Coleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rojo counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Coleman!
Coleman tries to hold on but Rojo pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rojo goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Coleman turns into him and now he's in Rojo's guard.
Coleman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Coleman knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rojo on the ground.
Rojo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Coleman passes into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rojo keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Coleman perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Coleman wants to take a breather but Rojo is having none of it.
Rojo wants to improve his position but Coleman is controlling well.
Coleman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
That's two 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.
Coleman trying to control from half guard but Rojo is working away.
We're going to have a standup here because Ronnie Coleman wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Coleman misses with a body punch
and Rojo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Coleman swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Rojo counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Coleman!
Rojo thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Coleman is controlling an arm, preventing Rojo from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Rojo has control of Coleman's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Coleman regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Rojo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Coleman is looking to escape.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rojo jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Coleman manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rojo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Coleman is not content to let Rojo control the position.
Rojo working away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rojo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rojo goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Coleman rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rojo's guard! Nice work there by Coleman!
Coleman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Rojo dives on top into guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Coleman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Poncho Rojo dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Rojo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Coleman manages to avoid it.
Rojo with a poor takedown
and Coleman counters with a three punch combo that has Rojo backing up. Rojo nods at Coleman to acknowledge the strikes.
Coleman throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Rojo.
It looks like Poncho Rojo has been cut.
Coleman throws a leg kick but Rojo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Coleman lands a jab to Rojo's midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Coleman avoids the body shot from Rojo.
Coleman throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Coleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rojo counters with a single leg into guard. Coleman didn't expect that.
Rojo trying to control but Coleman is working from the bottom.
Coleman can't keep his opponent in guard - Rojo advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Rojo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rojo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Coleman pushes Rojo off looking to stand but Rojo dives back in and keeps control.
Rojo is looking for a kimura here.
Rojo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's two 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.
Rojo is trying to control the action in half guard but Coleman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Coleman wants to sweep but Rojo has passed to side control!
Rojo taking a breather here.
A control attempt from Coleman but he's now mounted!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rojo looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Rojo goes for an armbar but Coleman turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Coleman.
Rojo has his foot on Coleman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Coleman works his way back into a safe position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rojo has his foot on Coleman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Coleman works his way back into a safe position though.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Rojo. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Coleman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Coleman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rojo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Coleman has managed to get both his arms back between Rojo's legs - danger averted.
Rojo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Poncho Rojo has got the better of the ground game so far.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rojo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Coleman is looking for a sweep. Rojo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Poncho Rojo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Poncho Rojo's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
Coleman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rojo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Coleman scores with a hook to the body. Rojo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Coleman misses with a right hand
and Rojo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rojo.
Coleman misses with a right hand
and Rojo counters with a nice double leg into side control. Coleman won't be happy with that.
Rojo trying to control the action but Coleman is working from the bottom.
Coleman is looking for a sweep.
Rojo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Coleman keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Coleman wants to control but Rojo postures up.
Rojo is trying to get an arm triangle but Coleman is defending well.
Coleman is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
That's two 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.
Rojo is trying to get an arm triangle but Coleman is defending well.
Rojo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Coleman, who protects the arm well.
Coleman is not content to let Rojo control the position.
Rojo working away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rojo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rojo trying to control the action but Coleman is working from the bottom.
Rojo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Coleman is looking for a sweep.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rojo just content to control the position.
Rojo tries for a kimura but Coleman is defending well.
Rojo has hold of Coleman's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Coleman tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Rojo cranks the arm and Coleman screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Coleman, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Poncho Rojo!
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C
A |
G |
S |
C
B |
G |
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C |
G |
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energy
A | B |
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hype
A | B |
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pop
A | B |
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mgr
A | B |
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FIGHT
RATING
62% |
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