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TDC 73: Eruption PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Maya Selnezz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Christian Aaron (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Aaron comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Gucci Mane - It's Over kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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142 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
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Decent boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Maya Selnezz!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Christian Aaron!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Selnezz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Selnezz shoots for a takedown but Aaron saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Aaron cracks Selnezz with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Selnezz swats away the attempt to clinch by Aaron.
A jab from Aaron does it's job there.
Aaron is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Selnezz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Selnezz throws a jab when Aaron was well out of range.
Aaron fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Selnezz on the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Aaron throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Selnezz wants to clinch
and Aaron counters with a right hand to the body.
Aaron wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aaron doesn't manage to clinch there - Selnezz circles away.
Aaron tests Selnezz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aaron throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Christian Aaron seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aaron lands a head shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A jab from Aaron finds it's way through Selnezz's defenses.
Aaron swinging wildly here.
Selnezz looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Selnezz tries a head kick but it misses.
Selnezz walks into a left hand.
Some wild striking there from Aaron.
Aaron lands with a cross.
Aaron fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Selnezz, pushing him back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Aaron.
Aaron trying to land knees to the body.
Aaron landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Aaron.
Selnezz is breathing heavily.
Aaron lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Selnezz.
Aaron working Selnezz over with knees to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good body shot from Aaron.
Aaron digs a right hand underneath Selnezz's ribcage. Selnezz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Aaron lands a nice shot to the body.
Selnezz avoiding damage as Aaron throws knees to the body.
Come on Aaron - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Aaron pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Selnezz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Aaron jabs Selnezz right on the nose. Selnezz blinks but takes it well.
Aaron closes the distance and clinches.
Aaron is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Selnezz is defending well for now.
Selnezz wants to break the clinch but can't.
Selnezz jumps guard but Aaron stands there with Selnezz around his waist. Selnezz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maya Selnezz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A right handed body shot lands from Aaron.
Aaron utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Aaron is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice body punch from Aaron - that landed with a thud.
Selnezz blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short body shot lands from Aaron as the two fighters clinch.
Aaron utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Aaron has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Aaron scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Aaron.
Aaron tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Selnezz avoids it.
Selnezz avoiding damage as Aaron throws knees to the body.
Aaron tries to land knees in the clinch but Selnezz avoids the damage to the body.
Aaron utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Aaron pushes Selnezz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Aaron has Selnezz pressed against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Aaron's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Aaron working Selnezz over with knees to the body.
Aaron putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Selnezz in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Aaron misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Selnezz.
A short body shot lands from Aaron as the two fighters clinch.
Aaron is leaning against Selnezz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Aaron breaks the clinch.
Aaron swinging wildly here.
Selnezz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Aaron misses with a hook. Selnezz ducked under it nicely.
Aaron might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Aaron uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Aaron lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Aaron clinches with his opponent.
Aaron presses Selnezz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Aaron crunches a lovely knee into Selnezz's ribcage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Christian Aaron dominated that round.
That's time! Selnezz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Selnezz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aaron.
Aaron loads up on a big right hand but Selnezz slips the punch.
Aaron displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Selnezz.
Selnezz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aaron.
Aaron throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Aaron is looking to clinch but Selnezz is avoiding it.
Aaron works Selnezz's body with a nice hook.
Selnezz misses with a hook to the body
and Aaron counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Selnezz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Aaron.
Aaron has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aaron scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Selnezz doesn't seem bothered though.
Aaron clinches with his opponent.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Aaron lands a body punch in the clinch.
Selnezz is trying to force a seperation but Aaron has the dominant position.
Aaron is leaning against Selnezz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Selnezz blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Knees in the clinch landing for Aaron.
Selnezz has Aaron pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Aaron manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Aaron breaks the clinch.
Christian Aaron is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aaron keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Aaron gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Aaron stalling against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Aaron.
Aaron lands a nice shot to the body.
Christian Aaron seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Selnezz takes a knee to the side of the body.
Aaron has Selnezz pushed against the cage.
Aaron tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Selnezz avoids it.
Aaron lands a knee to the body.
Aaron lands a nice shot to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aaron is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A body shot lands from Aaron.
Aaron tries to land knees in the clinch but Selnezz avoids the damage to the body.
Aaron digs a right hand underneath Selnezz's ribcage. Selnezz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aaron landing knees to the body.
Aaron breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Aaron's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Danga de danga de dang - Aaron scores with a four punch combination!
Aaron with a hook.
Aaron lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Aaron getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Aaron dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Aaron is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Aaron tries to clinch there but Selnezz circles away.
Aaron lands a body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aaron is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Selnezz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Aaron.
Aaron scores with a punch to the head.
Christian Aaron seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Aaron slips a jab from Selnezz.
Selnezz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Aaron scores with a shot to the body.
A punch combination from Aaron misses.
Aaron lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice shot lands for Aaron.
Selnezz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Aaron lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Selnezz is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Aaron cracks Selnezz with a hook to the temple - Selnezz is on wobbly legs here! Aaron swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Selnezz falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Aaron wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Christian Aaron!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Samuel Bronkowitz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Wilson Rage (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that Samuel Bronkowitz has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Samuel Bronkowitz seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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201 lbs
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199 lbs
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Good takedowns
Solid boxing
Very quick |
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BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Determined |
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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
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Samuel Bronkowitz!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Wilson Rage!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rage throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bronkowitz.
Rage tries to clinch but Bronkowitz is having none of it.
Rage blocks a jab.
Bronkowitz throws a series of punches but Rage avoids them all with ease.
Rage throws a leg kick but Bronkowitz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bronkowitz falls off balance throwing a combination
and Rage counters with a two punch combo.
Rage fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bronkowitz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rage.
Rage misses with a double jab.
Rage misses with a body shot.
A cross from Bronkowitz lands.
Good exchange - Rage coming out on top.
Bronkowitz looks to score with a jab to the body but Rage is just out of range.
Samuel Bronkowitz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rage shoots for a takedown but Bronkowitz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bronkowitz was well out of range. Poor timing from Rage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bronkowitz moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bronkowitz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bronkowitz lands with a shot to the body.
Bronkowitz throws a hook to the side of Rage's head but Rage sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rage takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bronkowitz lands with a straight right. Rage didn't see that one coming.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bronkowitz stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
It looks like Wilson Rage has been cut.
Rage throws a front kick aimed at Bronkowitz's knee but Bronkowitz avoids it well.
Bronkowitz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bronkowitz was well out of range. Poor timing from Rage.
Bronkowitz misses with a looping right.
Rage misses the jab.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rage tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bronkowitz swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bronkowitz misses with a straight left.
Bronkowitz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bronkowitz creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rage sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Rage prevents Bronkowitz from moving into mount.
Bronkowitz cracks Rage with a big right hand but Rage just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Bronkowitz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rage is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bronkowitz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rage is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bronkowitz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rage knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bronkowitz is breathing heavily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rage struggling a bit here.
Rage tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Bronkowitz is trying to ground and pound but Rage uses the momentary lack of control by Bronkowitz to regain half guard.
Bronkowitz wants to pass the guard but Rage is defending well.
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.
Rage trying to control but Bronkowitz postures up.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Rage looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Bronkowitz isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rage stacks Bronkowitz on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Rage!
Bronkowitz is trying to control Rage's posture but Rage avoids it.
Rage looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rage wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bronkowitz keeps working.
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 Samuel Bronkowitz will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wilson Rage's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Nice sprawl there from Bronkowitz as Rage shoots in.
Rage slips a jab and a cross from Bronkowitz.
Rage throws a hook but Bronkowitz blocks it.
A shot to de liver by Bronkowitz. Beautiful body shot.
Bronkowitz misses the shot to the body.
Bronkowitz shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rage counters with a nice uppercut.
Bronkowitz shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Rage seems keen to control Bronkowitz's posture.
Bronkowitz is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rage is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rage has escaped and now he's on top!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bronkowitz has momentary wrist control but Rage slips an elbow through the middle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rage lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rage landing with the ground and pound.
Rage is pushing down on Bronkowitz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bronkowitz is fighting to maintain full guard but Rage has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rage is thwarting Bronkowitz's attempts to control the position.
Bronkowitz has his hands clasped together around Rage's back. He's all about the action.
Rage performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
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.
Rage missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Rage is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bronkowitz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bronkowitz is trying to maintain the position but Rage is very close to passing his half guard.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Bronkowitz shoots for a takedown but Rage saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bronkowitz lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
A combination from Bronkowitz does no damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bronkowitz throws the left hand but Rage avoids the punch easily.
Bronkowitz has his takedown stuffed
and Rage holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Bronkowitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bronkowitz blocking some punches.
Rage is working Bronkowitz over against the cage.
Rage escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice defenses there by Rage.
Bronkowitz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bronkowitz swinging wildly here.
Bronkowitz connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rage momentarily.
Rage just misses with a punch to the body.
Rage tests Bronkowitz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rage misses with a straight left.
Rage moves in looking to clinch but Bronkowitz pushes him off.
Bronkowitz gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rage counters with a nice uppercut.
Bronkowitz defending well as Rage loads up on a big left hand.
Bronkowitz staying out of range there.
Bronkowitz stalks Rage and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rage's face. Rage staggers backwards, shaken.
Bronkowitz looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rage is fending him off so far but Bronkowitz persists. Nope, Rage circles away and we're back to standing.
Bronkowitz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rage is trying to defend but Bronkowitz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Rage looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Wilson Rage will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Wilson Rage's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Rage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rage closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rage is trying to control. Bronkowitz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bronkowitz is trying to maintain the position but Rage is very close to passing his half guard.
Rage is trying to control the action in half guard but Bronkowitz is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bronkowitz is trying to get back to full guard.
Bronkowitz trying to control but Rage postures up.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bronkowitz blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rage seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bronkowitz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Bronkowitz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bronkowitz with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rage counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Rage missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rage wants to control from the top but Bronkowitz keeps moving.
Rage wants to pass the guard but Bronkowitz is keeping the position.
Bronkowitz is trying to control the position but Rage postures up.
Rage won't allow Bronkowitz to sweep him here.
Rage trying to control the position from guard on top but Bronkowitz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rage advances to half guard.
Bronkowitz wants to improve his position but Rage is controlling well.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Bronkowitz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rage moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bronkowitz misses with a straight left.
Rage cracks Bronkowitz with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bronkowitz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rage.
Rage shoots in but Bronkowitz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bronkowitz.
Bronkowitz closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bronkowitz is trying to ground and pound but Rage uses the momentary lack of control by Bronkowitz to regain half guard.
Wilson Rage has got the better of the ground game so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bronkowitz throwing shots but Rage is blocking nicely.
Bronkowitz looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rage trying to hold on to Bronkowitz's head to control him but Bronkowitz postures up.
Bronkowitz with the ground and pound but Rage uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Bronkowitz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rage is keeping the position for now.
Rage pulls Bronkowitz in to control the position.
Rage is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
That's four 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.
Bronkowitz wants to improve his position but Rage is controlling well.
Rage is working for a kimura but Bronkowitz is defending it quite comfortably.
Bronkowitz keeping control of the position.
Bronkowitz trying to hold on to Rage's head to control him but Rage postures up.
Bronkowitz is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rage's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rage's back!
And that's the end of the fight!
Wilson Rage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rage 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilson Rage!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Brandon Jackson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mike Danger (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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20
185 lbs
5 - 2 - 0 |
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21
185 lbs
5 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
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Counter striker
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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
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Brandon Jackson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Mike Danger!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Danger misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Danger bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Danger wants to land a leg kick but Jackson is out of range.
Jackson throws a combination that misses
and Danger counters by moving into the clinch.
A short right from Jackson on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Jackson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Danger working hard to break the clinch.
Danger wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jackson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Danger is keeping busy.
Danger blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jackson blocks a jab.
Jackson lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Danger backs up against the cage.
Jackson throws a combination that misses
and Danger counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
No joy there for Jackson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Danger moves out of range.
Danger is looking to clinch but Jackson is avoiding it.
Danger connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Danger looks to land a combination but Jackson avoids it well.
Brandon Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson darts in trying to clinch
and Danger counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jackson misses with the head strike.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jackson lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch on the inside from Jackson fails to land.
Danger looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Danger wants to break free but Jackson has control.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jackson.
Jackson prevents Danger from breaking the clinch.
Jackson has a couple of punches blocked by Danger.
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Danger showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson throws a combination. Danger tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jackson throws a combination that misses
and Danger counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Danger.
Jackson lands a nice uppercut.
Danger is trying to break the clinch but Jackson is controlling him.
Danger wants to break free but Jackson has control.
Jackson swings wildly with an uppercut but Danger uses good head movement to avoid it.
Danger is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Danger blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jackson misses with the head strike.
Danger wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Jackson has him pressed against the cage.
Jackson is trying to break the clinch but Danger is controlling him.
Jackson has Danger pressed against the cage, preventing Danger from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Jackson dodges an elbow strike from Danger.
Jackson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Danger is looking to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Jackson.
Jackson scoring well with a low kick there.
Jackson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Danger circles away quickly and effectively.
Jackson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jackson misses with the combination.
Danger takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Danger moves away.
Danger tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jackson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson connects with a crisp jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Some wild striking there from Jackson.
Jackson works over Danger's head and body with a nice combination.
Jackson gets a takedown into half guard.
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.
Jackson wants to control but Danger is keeping him busy.
Danger scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Jackson manages to mount him!
Jackson misses with a head shot.
Jackson landing strikes from the mount.
Jackson landing strikes from the mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson won't let Danger get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Danger blocking the ground and pound.
Jackson lands a big elbow.
Jackson thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Jackson working for a guillotine from mount but Danger is in no mood to give up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Danger avoids a series of strikes thrown by Jackson.
Jackson landing strikes, looking to finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Jackson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Danger throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Danger unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Danger unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson lands a hook that snaps the head of Danger backwards.
Jackson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Danger is keeping busy.
Maybe Jackson would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
Danger lands a body shot.
Danger wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jackson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Danger fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson cracks a nice hook into Danger's ribs.
Jackson thows a body kick. Danger tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches up with Danger, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes Danger against the cage but Danger circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Danger throws a leg kick but Jackson moved away.
Danger tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson throws a combination that misses
and Danger counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Danger.
Danger tries to land knees in the clinch but Jackson avoids the damage to the body.
Jackson lands a nice uppercut.
Jackson misses with the head strike.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Jackson fails to land.
Danger tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Jackson gets through Danger's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Danger's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jackson avoids the head kick by Danger.
Jackson jabs Danger right on the nose. Danger blinks but takes it well.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jackson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Danger.
Jackson throws a combination that misses
and Danger counters with a good low kick that Jackson was not able to check.
No luck for Jackson with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Danger misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jackson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Danger lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jackson circles away quickly and effectively.
Jackson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Danger moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jackson lands a glancing blow to the side of Danger's head.
Danger tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Danger throws a head kick that Jackson semi-blocks.
Jackson lands a nice shot to the body.
Jackson looks to land a combination but Danger avoids it well.
Jackson misses with the combination.
Brandon Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jackson slips a jab and a cross from Danger.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mike Danger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Danger missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Danger tries to clinch up but Jackson circles away and keeps his distance.
Jackson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Danger counters with a head kick.
Jackson tries to land a leg kick but Danger saw it coming and moves away.
Danger is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jackson.
Jackson throws a right hand that Danger ducks under and follows up with a left that Danger also avoids with ease.
Jackson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Jackson throws a big right hand that misses.
Danger preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jackson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Danger wants to stand but Jackson is controlling the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Danger working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jackson.
Danger is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Jackson dodges the punch combination from Danger.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Danger throws a sloppy head kick and Jackson moves out of range easily.
Jackson throws a right and a left that Danger avoids nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Brandon Jackson will probably get the nod.
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!
Jackson tries to clinch up but Danger circles away and keeps his distance.
Danger misses with a combination
enabling Jackson to counter with a crisp jab.
Jackson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Danger counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Danger moves out of range.
Jackson looks to land a combination. Danger sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Jackson has Danger up against the cage in a clinch.
Jackson is looking to break free of the clinch but Danger has double underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jackson.
Jackson misses with a knee strike.
Danger is looking to control Jackson's arms but Jackson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Danger has his back to the cage.
Jackson tries to score a body lock takedown but Danger shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Danger tries to break free but Jackson pushes him back against the cage.
Danger blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jackson is trying to force a seperation but Danger has the dominant position.
Jackson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Danger's efforts to push away.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Danger utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jackson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jackson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jackson swats away the attempt to clinch by Danger.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Danger.
Danger lands with a nice combination. Jackson backs away looking to recover.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Danger slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
Jackson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jackson misses with a double jab.
Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jackson tries to clinch up but Danger circles away and keeps his distance.
Jackson swinging wildly here.
Jackson misses with a series of wild punches.
A punch combination from Jackson misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jackson is looking to clinch but Danger is avoiding it.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jackson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Danger throws a left and a right that both miss
and Danger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Danger closes the distance and pushes Jackson back into the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jackson wants to break free but Danger has control.
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Danger connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Jackson!
Danger throws a right and a left that Jackson avoids nicely.
Danger moves in looking to clinch but Jackson pushes him off.
Danger misses with a straight left.
Jackson tests Danger's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Danger tries to clinch but Jackson is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danger throws a sloppy head kick
and Jackson counters with a two punch combo.
Jackson misses with a hook. Danger ducked under it nicely.
Danger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jackson lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Danger with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jackson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson fails with the takedown
and Danger cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brandon Jackson is winning the standup battle so far.
Jackson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jackson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Danger avoids them all with ease.
Jackson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jackson misses with the combination.
Danger avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jackson misses with a combination
and Danger moves into the clinch.
Brandon Jackson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A nice left hand lands by Danger.
Danger is trying to break the clinch but Jackson has him pressed against the cage.
Jackson dodges an elbow strike from Danger.
Jackson lands a nice uppercut.
Danger wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jackson has had enough of the clinch but Danger keeps him there for the moment.
Danger breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jackson throws a right hand that Danger ducks under and follows up with a left that Danger also avoids with ease.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
Danger looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Jackson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Danger working hard to break the clinch.
Jackson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jackson digs a right hand into Danger's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Danger's gas tank.
Mike Danger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Danger throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jackson, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brandon Jackson!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Juju Itsu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Pounding Ground (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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300 lbs
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300 lbs
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BJJ Brown 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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Juju Itsu!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Pounding Ground!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ground dives in and grabs Itsu's left leg, looking for a takedown. Itsu pushes down on Ground's head and hops out.
Itsu misses with a takedown attempt
and Ground counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Ground.
Ground is looking to work some ground and pound but Itsu has wrist control.
Ground keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Itsu's head.
Itsu lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Ground!
Itsu fails to advance to Ground's back.
Ground really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Itsu. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Itsu moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Ground has worked his arm free - good work by Ground!
Ground tries to bench press Itsu off him but Itsu keeps the position.
Ground is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Itsu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itsu works his foot free and advances to mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Itsu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ground is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Itsu goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Ground turns into him and now he's in Itsu's guard.
Ground won't allow Itsu to sweep him here.
Itsu working a defensive guard here.
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.
Itsu keeping moving, preventing Ground from controlling successfully.
Itsu looking for a sweep. Not yet Itsu, not yet.
Ground must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ground in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Itsu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ground manages to get himself to full guard.
Itsu stands and throws Ground's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Itsu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Itsu is trying to get an arm triangle but Ground is defending well.
Ground is looking for a sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Itsu goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ground has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Itsu but great work by Ground.
Ground creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ground in side control, throwing shots but Itsu defends.
Itsu wants to control but Ground postures up.
Ground is trying to ground and pound but Itsu uses the momentary lack of control by Ground to regain half guard.
Itsu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ground.
Ground throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Itsu gets full guard.
Ground wants to control from the top but Itsu keeps moving.
Ground distracts Itsu with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ground accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ground working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Itsu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Itsu is trying to control the position but Ground postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ground tries to free his leg and advance position but Itsu is retaining full guard.
Itsu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Itsu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ground is aware though and is defending well.
Itsu preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ground trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Ground scores a takedown into full mount!
Ground is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Itsu can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ground wants to control the pace but Itsu is squirming around nicely.
Ground avoids the attempt from Itsu to control.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ground landing strikes from the mount.
Itsu working to try and regain half guard.
A nice elbow there by Ground.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pounding Ground dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Itsu shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ground counters with a nice double leg into guard.
It looks like Juju Itsu has been cut.
Ground trying to control the position from guard on top but Itsu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ground postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Itsu trying to control the position.
Ground passes Itsu's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Itsu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ground 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.
Itsu is trying to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ground controlling the action here.
Ground is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Itsu is not content to let Ground control the position.
Itsu taking some punishment here, with Ground in his half guard.
Itsu is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ground's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ground's back!
Ground is having to fend off submission attempts from Itsu, who is looking to sink in the choke. Itsu doesn't have the hooks in though and Ground manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard.
Ground loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Itsu keeping moving, preventing Ground from controlling successfully.
Ground working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ground distracts Itsu with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Itsu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ground's guard.
Itsu drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ground manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Itsu has Ground in his guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ground pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Itsu is keeping the position for now.
Itsu controls Ground momentarily but Ground frees himself.
Ground lands a couple of digs.
Itsu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ground manages to get himself to full guard.
Ground trying to control the position.
Ground tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Itsu is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ground is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ground has escaped and now he's on top!
Ground wants to control from the top but Itsu keeps moving.
Ground chips away with some ground and pound.
Ground controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Itsu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ground defends well.
Itsu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ground tries to free his leg and advance position but Itsu is retaining full guard.
Itsu 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.
Pounding Ground has got the better of the ground game so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ground wants to control from the top but Itsu keeps moving.
Itsu trying to control the position.
Ground looking to pass the guard.
Itsu is controlling Ground's posture.
Ground lands a couple of elbows.
Itsu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ground is one step ahead there.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ground is looking to work some ground and pound but Itsu has wrist control.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Itsu working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ground.
Itsu is trying to control the position but Ground postures up.
Ground chips away with some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pounding Ground showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Juju Itsu's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Itsu with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ground counters with a shoot takedown. Itsu fights it but they end up in guard.
Itsu wants to sweep here but Ground controlling him for the moment.
Itsu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ground defends it easily.
Ground stands up over Itsu, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ground trying to control the position from guard on top but Itsu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ground postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ground throws and elbow that misses. Itsu uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ground's guard. Nice move by Itsu!
Ground working a defensive guard here.
Itsu slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Itsu is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ground is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Itsu tries for a kimura but Ground is defending well.
Ground is not content to let Itsu control the position.
Ground manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Itsu is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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.
Ground is in trouble now - Itsu has advanced to mount!
Itsu has control of Ground's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ground regains control of the situation pretty easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ground can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ground wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Ground rolls, trying to escape but Itsu keeps control of the position.
Itsu looking for the choke from the back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Itsu controlling well, preventing Ground from escaping the position.
Ground defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Itsu tries to keep control of the position but Ground is staying busy.
Itsu is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ground knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ground for a finish.
Itsu tightening his grip on Ground, looking for the choke.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Itsu is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Ground defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Itsu doesn't have the hooks in and Ground manages to turn into his guard.
Juju Itsu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itsu being controlled here, momentarily.
Itsu working for a triangle but Ground defends it easily.
Itsu is trying to control the position but Ground postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Juju Itsu.
I think Ground 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pounding Ground!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Harold Sumrall (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bong BadGuy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). BadGuy has chosen hits from the bong as his entrance music. Bong BadGuy told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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295 lbs
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307 lbs
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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
6 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Harold Sumrall!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Bong BadGuy!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
BadGuy with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
BadGuy defending well as Sumrall loads up on a big left hand.
Sumrall stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from BadGuy.
Sumrall tries a head kick but it misses.
Sumrall takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
It looks like Harold Sumrall has been cut.
BadGuy lands a high kick!
A head kick misses from BadGuy.
BadGuy throws a leg kick which misses Sumrall's front leg but catches the back leg as Sumrall tries to avoid it.
BadGuy delivers a nice body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sumrall takes a kick to the side of the head.
A head kick from BadGuy lands but Sumrall takes it in his stride.
BadGuy keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
BadGuy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sumrall.
BadGuy scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
BadGuy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
It looks like Bong BadGuy has been cut.
BadGuy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sumrall takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Nice takedown defense from BadGuy. No joy for Sumrall on that attempt.
Sumrall is breathing heavily.
BadGuy lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A jab from BadGuy does it's job there.
Harold Sumrall's cut is getting worse.
That's one minute gone in the round.
BadGuy scores with a nice strike.
BadGuy scores with a push kick.
BadGuy scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
BadGuy throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Sumrall.
BadGuy throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick lands there from BadGuy.
BadGuy scores with a head kick.
BadGuy lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Harold Sumrall's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
BadGuy lands a head kick. Sumrall smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Sumrall tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
BadGuy connects with a solid leg kick.
BadGuy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
BadGuy looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bong BadGuy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by BadGuy.
A nice inside leg kick there by BadGuy. That's going to slow Sumrall down.
BadGuy thumps Sumrall with a low kick.
Sumrall takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Sumrall takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Jeez, Harold Sumrall's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
BadGuy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
BadGuy lands a really nice looking cross but Sumrall seems unphased.
BadGuy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Harold Sumrall's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Bong BadGuy!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Jimbo Jenkins (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brian Maddox (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jimbo Jenkins has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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149 lbs
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Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jimbo Jenkins!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Brian Maddox!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jenkins throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Maddox stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A shot to de liver by Maddox. Beautiful body shot.
Maddox throws a body punch but Jenkins moves out of range.
Maddox misses with a wild body shot.
Maddox shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jenkins defends it nicely.
Jenkins moves in looking to clinch but Maddox pushes him off.
Nice shot lands for Maddox.
Jenkins is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Maddox on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jenkins fails to land with a series of punches.
Maddox throws a combination. Jenkins tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Maddox throws a jab when Jenkins was well out of range.
Maddox uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jenkins.
Jenkins fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jenkins misses with a jab to the body
and Maddox counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Jenkins manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Maddox manages to get himself to full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jenkins landing some decent shots from guard.
Jenkins throws a big right hand that misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jenkins content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Maddox working for a triangle but Jenkins defends it easily.
Jenkins stands up over Maddox, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Maddox throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jenkins will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jenkins keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Maddox's head.
Jenkins got a little sloppy there for a moment and Maddox has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jenkins has managed to get both his arms back between Maddox's legs - danger averted.
Maddox keeping moving, preventing Jenkins from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Maddox escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jenkins gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jenkins wants to pass the guard but Maddox is keeping the position.
Jenkins distracts Maddox with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jenkins tries to free his leg and advance position but Maddox is retaining full guard.
Jenkins lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jenkins with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jenkins thows a big elbow that misses.
Maddox has a closed guard, preventing Jenkins from standing up.
Maddox is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins trying to control but Maddox is working from the bottom.
Jenkins missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jenkins works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Maddox blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jenkins.
Jenkins scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Maddox tries to roll over but Jenkins keeps him under control.
Jenkins wants to pass the guard but Maddox is defending well.
Maddox is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jenkins pulls his head out easily.
Maddox looks gassed!
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.
Jenkins working the head and body with strikes.
Jenkins throwing shots but Maddox is blocking nicely.
Jenkins throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jenkins tries to pass the half guard into mount. Maddox knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Maddox looking for submissions off his back.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Maddox with a nice cross.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Maddox as he jumps to the side.
Good standup being displayed there by Jenkins as he connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maddox looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Maddox sizes up Jenkins with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Maddox dominated that round.
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.
Jenkins staying out of range there.
Jenkins drops his hands momentarily and Maddox takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jenkins connects with a solid leg kick.
Jenkins swinging wildly here.
An inside leg kick from Jenkins misses.
Jenkins takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jenkins tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Maddox counters with a shoot takedown. Jenkins fights it but they end up in guard.
Jenkins avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Maddox drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Jenkins dives on top into guard.
Maddox looking for a sweep. Not yet Maddox, not yet.
Maddox escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jenkins gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jenkins postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Maddox is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Maddox is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jenkins defends well.
Jenkins throwing strikes but missing.
Jenkins throwing strikes but missing.
Jenkins trying to control the position from guard on top but Maddox is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jenkins is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jenkins working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Maddox working for a triangle but Jenkins defends it easily.
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.
Maddox has his foot on Jenkins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jenkins works his way back into a safe position though.
Jenkins lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jenkins trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Maddox utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jenkins trying to control but Maddox is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maddox keeping full guard, as Jenkins tries to pass.
Maddox keeping moving, preventing Jenkins from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jenkins clinches but Maddox breaks the clinch
and Maddox counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Maddox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jenkins.
Maddox throws a shot from downtown. Jenkins moves away and avoids it.
Jenkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maddox.
Maddox lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jenkins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jenkins throws a nice looking combination but Maddox bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jenkins moves in looking to clinch but Maddox pushes him off.
Maddox missing with a left hand there. Jenkins was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jenkins digs a good body shot into Maddox's ribs.
Maddox takes a swing at Jenkins's ribcage but misses.
Maddox connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Maddox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jenkins moves away.
Jenkins clinches up against the cage.
Maddox tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jenkins taking a breather.
Maddox tries to pull guard but Jenkins holds him up against the cage and eventually Maddox drops back down to his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins is pressed up against the cage. Maddox has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jenkins down to the mat. Jenkins avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jimbo Jenkins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brian Maddox.
Jenkins gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jenkins closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Decent striking displayed by Maddox there.
Maddox misses with a series of wild punches.
Jenkins throws a body punch but Maddox moves out of range.
Jenkins takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Maddox.
Jenkins takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jenkins has managed to clinch.
Maddox jumps guard but Jenkins stands there with Maddox around his waist. Maddox gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Jenkins lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Maddox or not.
Jenkins trying to control the position but instead, Maddox has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jenkins into the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Brian Maddox will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. This is the final round!
Jenkins uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maddox.
Jenkins throws a solid leg kick but Maddox takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jenkins.
Jimbo Jenkins is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jenkins fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jenkins is looking to clinch.
Jenkins throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maddox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Maddox looks to land a combination. Jenkins sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Jenkins swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jenkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maddox.
Maddox scores with a body shot.
Maddox misses with a body shot.
Maddox tries to keep at a distance but Jenkins has taken the fight into the clinch.
Maddox fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jenkins breaks from the clinch.
Jenkins fails to land with a series of punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Maddox misses the jab.
Maddox just misses with a punch to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jenkins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Maddox scores with a jab to the jaw.
Maddox throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jenkins takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A slow jab from Maddox misses its intended target.
A shot to the body from Jenkins misses
and Maddox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jenkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maddox.
Jenkins wants to clinch up but Maddox keeps it at a distance.
Jenkins gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Maddox to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Maddox sitting in guard here, content to control.
Maddox trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jenkins preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jenkins looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Maddox with a flurry of punches that miss.
Maddox trying to control but Jenkins is working from the bottom.
Jenkins looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Maddox's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Maddox loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Jenkins takes one to the chin there.
Jenkins gets a clinch.
Jenkins breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jenkins gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Maddox postures up in Jenkins's guard and throws a big left but Jenkins blocks it.
Maddox trying to control the position from guard on top but Jenkins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maddox trying to move into half guard but instead Jenkins has managed to sweep!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Maddox is looking for a triangle but Jenkins pushes his legs off easily.
Jenkins trying to control the position from guard on top but Maddox is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jenkins throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jimbo Jenkins has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Maddox keeping moving, preventing Jenkins from controlling successfully.
Maddox looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jenkins postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Jenkins cracks Maddox with a solid left hand.
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.
Jenkins stands up over Maddox, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Maddox has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jenkins can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Jenkins loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Maddox throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jenkins uses it to pass to side control.
Jenkins lands a few punches from side control.
Maddox is looking to reverse the position.
Jenkins lands some shots froms side control.
Jenkins lands a nice forearm strike.
Jenkins working the ground and pound from side control.
Jenkins lands a decent elbow from side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brian Maddox comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Maddox 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brian Maddox!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Agila Galupad (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Neville Morris (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Morris's choice of entrance music: Angle Theme. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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265 lbs
6 - 2 - 0 |
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285 lbs
8 - 3 - 0 |
BJJ Purple 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 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Agila Galupad!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Neville Morris!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Galupad slaps away a takedown attempt from Morris, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Morris looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Morris takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Morris shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Galupad as he jumps to the side.
Morris shoots in looking for a takedown. Galupad tries to sprawl out of it but Morris keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Galupad manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Agila Galupad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Neville Morris.
Galupad rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Morris moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Galupad stuns Morris with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Morris takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
It looks like Neville Morris has been cut.
Morris looks gassed!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Morris takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Galupad ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Morris's jaw. Morris's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Galupad does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Agila Galupad!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Dan Yardy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Buck Wilson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Wilson is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: 2NE1: FIRE. Buck Wilson looks lathargic as he enters the arena. Wake up son, you're about to have a fight!
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181 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
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Dan Yardy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Buck Wilson!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yardy with a jab.
Wilson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Yardy shoots in for a takedown but Wilson shows good takedown defense.
Wilson looks to score with a jab to the body but Yardy is just out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Yardy scores with a four punch combination!
Wilson takes the fight into the clinch.
Wilson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Yardy in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Yardy jumps guard but Wilson stands there with Yardy around his waist. Yardy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Yardy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dan Yardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice body punch from Wilson - that landed with a thud.
Yardy pulls guard effortlessly.
Wilson trying to control the position from guard on top but Yardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yardy wants to sweep here but Wilson controlling him for the moment.
Yardy keeping full guard, as Wilson tries to pass.
Yardy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Wilson.
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.
Wilson trying to control the position from guard on top but Yardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wilson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Yardy keeping moving, preventing Wilson from controlling successfully.
Wilson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
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.
Wilson won't allow Yardy to sweep him here.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Wilson misses with a body shot.
Wilson wants to clinch.
Wilson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Yardy stalks Wilson and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Wilson's face. Wilson staggers backwards, shaken.
Wilson takes a swing at Yardy's ribcage but misses.
Yardy shoots in but no luck this time.
Wilson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wilson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Yardy counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Yardy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wilson is keeping the position for now.
Yardy trying to control but Wilson is working from the bottom.
Yardy prevents Wilson from getting back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yardy is pushing down on Wilson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wilson is fighting to maintain full guard but Yardy has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wilson is looking for a sweep. Yardy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Yardy is looking to take a break and control but Wilson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Yardy trying to pass the guard but Wilson defending well.
Yardy is keen to just control but Wilson is a slippery customer.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Yardy throws a series of strikes that have Wilson backpedaling.
Wilson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Yardy counters with a three punch combo that has Wilson backing up. Wilson nods at Yardy to acknowledge the strikes.
Wilson looks gassed!
Wilson ducks right into an uppercut from Yardy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wilson wants to clinch but Yardy slips to the side
and Yardy counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Yardy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Yardy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wilson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Yardy thows a big elbow that misses, also allowing Wilson to regain full guard.
Wilson is trying to keep Yardy in close.
Yardy advances to half guard.
Wilson trying to control but Yardy postures up.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Yardy misses with a head shot. Wilson uses the momentum to regain guard.
Yardy wants to pass the guard but Wilson is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Yardy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Wilson misses with a shot to the body
and Yardy counters with a series of strikes. Wilson will be more careful next time no doubt.
Yardy connects with a jab.
Wilson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Yardy counters with a shoot takedown. Wilson fights it but they end up in guard.
Yardy tries to free his leg and advance position but Wilson is retaining full guard.
Wilson can't keep his opponent in guard - Yardy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Yardy works his foot free and advances to mount.
Wilson is looking to improve his position but Yardy isn't that keen on the idea.
Yardy with a couple of short strikes.
Wilson is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wilson blocking the ground and pound.
Yardy jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Wilson is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Wilson and Yardy has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Yardy is looking to take a break and control but Wilson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Yardy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wilson dodges the ground and pound from Yardy.
Wilson wants to get back to his feet.
An elbow from Yardy crashes against the mat.
You can see the frustration on Wilson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wilson tries to buck Yardy off but Yardy is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Yardy circles away from the clinch attempt
and Yardy counters with a series of strikes. Wilson will be more careful next time no doubt.
Dan Yardy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wilson tries to land a body kick
and Yardy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wilson wants to clinch but Yardy slips to the side
and Yardy counters with a shoot takedown. Wilson fights it but they end up in guard.
Yardy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Yardy thows a big elbow that misses.
Wilson is trying to control the position but Yardy postures up.
Yardy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Yardy is looking to work some ground and pound but Wilson has wrist control.
Wilson keeping moving, preventing Yardy from controlling successfully.
Yardy pushing down on Wilson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yardy moves nicely into side control.
Yardy throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Wilson works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Yardy works his way into side control.
Yardy is chipping away with strikes.
Yardy just content to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Yardy 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!
Yardy defending well as Wilson loads up on a big left hand.
Yardy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wilson throws a leg kick
so Yardy counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Wilson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Yardy.
Yardy is looking to work some ground and pound but Wilson has wrist control.
Yardy looking to pass the guard.
Yardy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Yardy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wilson defending well though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Yardy moves into full mount! Wilson won't be happy about that!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yardy dominating with strikes here.
Wilson tries to hold on but Yardy pushes him away.
Wilson in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Yardy punching from mount but Wilson doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Yardy with shots to the head and body - Wilson looks very uncomfortable down there.
Dan Yardy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wilson really wants to buck Yardy off and get back to his feet.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Yardy cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Yardy 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.
Yardy dominating with strikes here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilson is squirming around, avoiding Yardy's attempts to control the action.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yardy landing strikes from the mount and Wilson is in trouble!
Wilson wants to hold on but Yardy pushes him away.
Yardy scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Yardy with good strikes from the mount here!
Yardy working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Wilson takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Dan Yardy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Yardy lands a big shot there that rocks Wilson but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Yardy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wilson is in a horrible position here. Yardy smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Yardy controlling the pace for now.
Wilson is trying to escape the mount.
Yardy controlling from the full mount.
Yardy landing shots from mount.
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.
Yardy controlling from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dan Yardy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Yardy, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dan Yardy!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Luther Rennis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Roco de Cruz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Roco de Cruz has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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176 lbs
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180 lbs
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Good kicks
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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
8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Luther Rennis!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Roco de Cruz!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rennis moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
de Cruz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rennis.
de Cruz thuds a left hand into Rennis's body.
de Cruz scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Rennis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rennis throws a body kick that misses.
Rennis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rennis feints and as de Cruz raises his hands in defense, Rennis changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
de Cruz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rennis.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rennis accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rennis drops back, looking for a kneebar! de Cruz looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. de Cruz looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from de Cruz!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rennis is trying to get back to half guard.
Rennis sneaks back into half guard.
Rennis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
de Cruz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rennis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Rennis looking for a sweep. Not yet Rennis, not yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
de Cruz postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
de Cruz trying to control but Rennis is working from the bottom.
de Cruz preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rennis is on top in guard.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
de Cruz is looking to stand up but Rennis isn't so interested in that idea.
Rennis pushing down on de Cruz's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rennis passes to side control.
de Cruz sneaks back into half guard.
de Cruz is looking to escape.
Rennis looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rennis is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Rennis lands with some vicious ground and pound - can de Cruz hang on?
The referee warns de Cruz that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Poor strikes thrown by Rennis there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Rennis throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rennis punishing his opponent with strikes.
Rennis working de Cruz over with strikes here.
de Cruz takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
de Cruz is trying to escape the mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
de Cruz sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Rennis trying to mount his opponent but de Cruz defends it.
Rennis misses with a head shot. de Cruz uses the momentum to regain guard.
Rennis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rennis 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.
Rennis postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! de Cruz is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Rennis, into his guard.
Rennis wants to sweep but no luck.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
de Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Rennis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rennis wants to sweep here but de Cruz controlling him for the moment.
de Cruz looking to pass the guard.
de Cruz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
de Cruz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rennis. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rennis 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.
de Cruz chips away with some ground and pound.
Rennis throws his legs up looking for a submission but de Cruz uses it to pass to side control.
The ground and pound from de Cruz seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rennis sneaks back into half guard.
de Cruz controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Luther Rennis dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Rennis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rennis shoots in for a takedown but de Cruz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
de Cruz uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
de Cruz avoids the body shot from Rennis.
Rennis has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
de Cruz connects with a looping right hand.
de Cruz blocks a leg kick.
de Cruz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rennis. Rennis circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
de Cruz misses with a two punch combination.
de Cruz lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Rennis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but de Cruz checks it well.
A punch combination from de Cruz misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as de Cruz checks a leg kick.
Rennis throws a low kick, looking for de Cruz's leg but de Cruz calmly moves out of range.
Nice jab there from de Cruz.
A clash of legs there as Rennis blocks the low kick.
Rennis takes a swing at de Cruz's ribcage but misses.
Rennis scoring well with a low kick there.
de Cruz tries to bum rush Rennis with a series of wild strikes but Rennis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by de Cruz.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rennis shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has de Cruz pinned against the cage. de Cruz gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rennis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
de Cruz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rennis.
Rennis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rennis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from de Cruz.
Rennis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rennis wants to slow de Cruz down by chopping away at his legs.
de Cruz with a hook.
Rennis scores with a takedown into de Cruz's guard.
Rennis wants to pass the guard but de Cruz is keeping the position.
Rennis stopping the sweep attempt from de Cruz.
Rennis tries to free his leg and advance position but de Cruz is retaining full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
de Cruz pushes Rennis off and scrambles back to his feet.
de Cruz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rennis.
Rennis throws a predictable looking body shot
and de Cruz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
de Cruz stalks Rennis and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rennis's face. Rennis staggers backwards, shaken.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rennis is defended easily by de Cruz.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luther Rennis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rennis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rennis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. de Cruz doesn't seem bothered though.
Rennis takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
de Cruz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rennis.
Rennis slips a jab and a cross from de Cruz.
de Cruz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rennis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to de Cruz's calf.
de Cruz misses with a series of wild punches.
Roco de Cruz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
de Cruz moves into range and connects with a jab.
de Cruz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
de Cruz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rennis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Some bone on bone action there as de Cruz checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A decent looking cross lands there for de Cruz.
Rennis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. de Cruz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rennis is looking to wear down de Cruz with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Rennis takes one to the chin there.
de Cruz shoots in but Rennis avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rennis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rennis misses with a hook to the body
letting de Cruz counter with a right hand.
Rennis thows a body shot but no joy.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
de Cruz throws a solid leg kick but Rennis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at de Cruz.
Rennis throws a front kick aimed at de Cruz's knee but de Cruz avoids it well.
An inside leg kick from Rennis misses.
Rennis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rennis throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around de Cruz's waist but de Cruz gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rennis off to one side.
de Cruz throws a nice looking combination but Rennis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
de Cruz throws a chopping leg kick but Rennis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Rennis throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. de Cruz was covering up waiting for the punch and Rennis finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rennis stands and throws de Cruz's legs to the side, diving into side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rennis scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at de Cruz to see if he's OK.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if de Cruz can do anything to dispel that myth.
Rennis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
de Cruz is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rennis off and has taken his back!
Rennis manages to reverse the position and now he's in de Cruz's guard. Nice work there by Rennis.
de Cruz doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Rennis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rennis missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
de Cruz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rennis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roco de Cruz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
A combination from de Cruz does no damage.
de Cruz tests Rennis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
de Cruz blocks a head kick by Rennis.
de Cruz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
de Cruz leaves Rennis with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rennis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but de Cruz is out of range.
Rennis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rennis throws a head kick that misses.
A combination from de Cruz does no damage.
de Cruz lands a nice hook to Rennis's body. Rennis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
de Cruz connects with a body shot.
de Cruz scores with a body shot.
de Cruz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
de Cruz throws a leg kick but Rennis checks it.
Roco de Cruz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
de Cruz lands with a shot to the body.
Rennis is on the wrong end of a nice combination from de Cruz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rennis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rennis slips a jab and a cross from de Cruz.
de Cruz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
de Cruz lands with a right hand.
de Cruz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A bone on bone clash there as Rennis blocks the leg kick.
de Cruz lands a with a good body shot.
Rennis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
de Cruz throws a nice looking combination but Rennis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rennis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from de Cruz.
Rennis is rocked!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by de Cruz! Rennis is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roco de Cruz!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between James Tobin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jason Bourne (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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176 lbs
9 - 4 - 0 |
Decent wrestler
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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Good low kicks
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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
13 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, James Tobin!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jason Bourne!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tobin tries to keep at a distance but Bourne has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tobin manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bourne pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Tobin lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tobin breaks the clinch.
Bourne on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bourne throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bourne just misses with a punch to the body.
Bourne missing with a left hand there. Tobin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tobin connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bourne. Bourne circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bourne takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bourne shoots in for a takedown but Tobin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tobin avoids the head kick by Bourne.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tobin. Bourne does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tobin throws out a leg kick but Bourne moves out of range and Tobin only half commits.
Tobin lands a jab to the nose.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bourne changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tobin tries to avoid it but Bourne manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tobin to the ground. Tobin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bourne looks gassed!
Tobin looks to land a left hand but Bourne moved out of range nicely.
James Tobin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tobin cracks Bourne with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bourne shoots in but no luck this time.
James Tobin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jason Bourne.
Tobin lands a nice hook to Bourne's body. Bourne takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice jab there from Tobin.
It looks like Jason Bourne has been cut.
Bourne loses concentration momentarily and Tobin pounces with a three punch combo! Right, left, right! Bourne crashes face first to the mat, out cold! Tobin finishes this one with a fantastically precise combo! Great stuff.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). James Tobin!
James Tobin retains his welterweight title!
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