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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Gibson Rickenbacker v.2 (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jeff Schone (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). 2 and Jeff Schone. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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180 lbs
0 - 1 - 0 |
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185 lbs
0 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
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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
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Gibson Rickenbacker v.2!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Jeff Schone!
The judges for this bout are Eliza Hachem, Donatello Bradman and Skip Squint.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rickenbacker v.2 gets caught flat footed, as Schone shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Schone is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rickenbacker v.2 trying to keep a closed guard but Schone is proving a slippery customer.
Rickenbacker v.2 looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rickenbacker v.2 is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Schone slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Jeff Schone wasn't active enough on the ground.
Schone lands a lovely overhand right.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schone shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rickenbacker v.2's guard.
Schone is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Rickenbacker v.2 is trying to keep Schone in close.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Jeff Schone.
Schone avoids the head kick by Rickenbacker v.2.
Schone decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Schone content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rickenbacker v.2 wants to improve his position but Schone is controlling well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rickenbacker v.2 wants to control but Schone is keeping busy.
Well, if Schone is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Jeff Schone.
Rickenbacker v.2 misses with a takedown
and Schone counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Rickenbacker v.2 is trying to get back to full guard.
Schone slows the pace down in half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Schone is working for a submission of some sort.
Schone working over Rickenbacker v.2 with some ground and pound. Rickenbacker v.2 looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Schone performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
It looks like Schone might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Rickenbacker v.2 wants to get back to full guard.
Schone is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Schone content to control rather than advance.
Jeff Schone has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Schone shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rickenbacker v.2 has a hand on Schone's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Schone takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Schone dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Rickenbacker v.2 lands a head kick!
Schone dives in and scores a takedown into Rickenbacker v.2's guard.
Schone content to stall in guard here.
Schone's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Jeff Schone has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Schone closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Rickenbacker v.2 to the mat! Rickenbacker v.2 manages to get full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rickenbacker v.2 had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Schone defends it easily.
Schone slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Schone trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rickenbacker v.2 being controlled here, momentarily.
Rickenbacker v.2 is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rickenbacker v.2 escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schone gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Schone is working Rickenbacker v.2 over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Schone content to stall in guard here.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Jeff Schone was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Schone doesn't manage to clinch there - Rickenbacker v.2 circles away.
Rickenbacker v.2 throws a head kick but Schone moves out of range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Schone looking to score a takedown here. Rickenbacker v.2 is defending well but Schone drives through and ends up in Rickenbacker v.2's guard.
Rickenbacker v.2 is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rickenbacker v.2 escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schone gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Schone slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Schone stands and steps away. Rickenbacker v.2 gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Schone dives in and grabs Rickenbacker v.2's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rickenbacker v.2 pushes down on Schone's head and hops out.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Schone moves out of range as Rickenbacker v.2 strikes.
Schone shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Rickenbacker v.2 pinned against the cage. Rickenbacker v.2 gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Schone shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rickenbacker v.2 is trying to defend but Schone finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rickenbacker v.2 trying to hold on to Schone's head to control him but Schone postures up.
Schone controlling the pace.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rickenbacker v.2 is looking to improve his position.
Schone is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rickenbacker v.2 is just riding it out for now. Schone eventually gives up the hold.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Schone showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Schone shoots for a double leg takedown but Rickenbacker v.2 sprawls well. He's pushed Schone's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Schone avoids the head kick by Rickenbacker v.2.
Rickenbacker v.2 throws a head kick but Schone moves out of range.
Rickenbacker v.2 shoots in and drives through. Schone sprawls well.
Jeff Schone is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Schone fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Rickenbacker v.2 sprawls well initially but Schone persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Schone works his way into full mount!
Schone sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schone avoids the attempt from Rickenbacker v.2 to control.
Jeff Schone has got the better of the ground game so far.
Schone stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Schone drives through with a takedown into Rickenbacker v.2's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Schone not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rickenbacker v.2 not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Jeff Schone wasn't active enough on the ground.
Rickenbacker v.2 throws a sloppy head kick and Schone moves out of range easily.
Gibson Rickenbacker v.2 seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schone shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Rickenbacker v.2 pinned against the cage. Rickenbacker v.2 gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rickenbacker v.2 tries to clinch but Schone moves out of range.
Schone fails with the takedown.
Gibson Rickenbacker v.2 has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Schone.
Schone takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rickenbacker v.2 pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Schone shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rickenbacker v.2 as he jumps to the side.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rickenbacker v.2 misses with a head kick.
Gibson Rickenbacker v.2 has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rickenbacker v.2 connects with a solid leg kick.
Excellent takedown into side control there by Schone.
Rickenbacker v.2 is trying to buck Schone off.
Schone working away.
Rickenbacker v.2 is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Schone has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rickenbacker v.2 looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rickenbacker v.2 gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schone stays in close to Rickenbacker v.2's body and controls the position.
Jeff Schone is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Rickenbacker v.2 looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rickenbacker v.2 controls Schone momentarily but Schone frees himself.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Schone sitting in guard here, content to control.
Schone has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Jeff Schone wasn't active enough on the ground.
Schone avoids the head kick by Rickenbacker v.2.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Schone comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Schone has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Schone!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Evander Roy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shane Williams (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that Evander Roy has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Evander Roy seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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205 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Solid Muay Thai
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Evander Roy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 18 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Shane Williams!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Skip Squint and Bruno Hogan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Williams throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
It looks like Evander Roy has been cut.
Williams avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Roy closes the distance looking to clinch
and Williams counters with a left and a right that stings Roy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Williams fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Roy.
Williams circles away from the clinch attempt
and Williams counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Roy dodges the punch combination from Williams.
Williams shoots in but Roy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A punch combination from Williams misses.
Roy closes the distance but Williams moves to the side
and Williams counters with a shoot takedown. Roy fights it but they end up in guard.
Williams stands up over Roy, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Roy working a defensive guard here.
Roy 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.
Williams in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Williams accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Williams throws a big right hand that misses.
Roy controls Williams momentarily but Williams frees himself.
Williams postures up in Roy's guard and throws a big left but Roy blocks it.
Williams throws a strike but Roy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Roy looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Roy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Williams tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Williams striking from his own guard.
Roy won't allow Williams to sweep him here.
Williams working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Roy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Roy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Roy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roy wants to control from the top but Williams keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Williams is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Williams is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Williams wants to sweep here but Roy controlling him for the moment.
Roy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Williams is looking to sweep but instead, Roy has passed into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Williams wants to get back to full guard.
Roy is looking to advance position but Williams won't allow it.
Roy slows the pace down in half guard.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Williams gets back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shane Williams dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evander Roy's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Roy tries to clinch but Williams is having none of it.
Williams throws a series of strikes that have Roy backpedaling.
Williams throws a right and a left that both miss.
Williams throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Roy tries to close the distance and clinch but Williams swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Shane Williams seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Williams closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Roy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Williams fails with a takedown attempt.
Roy fails to land with a series of punches.
Williams misses with an attempted mid kick.
Roy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Roy is pushing Williams up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Roy is trying to stall.
Williams wants to break the clinch but can't.
Williams missing with knees to the body.
Williams landing knees to the body.
Williams wants a takedown.
Roy tries to land knees in the clinch but Williams avoids the damage to the body.
Roy avoiding damage as Williams throws knees to the body.
Roy takes an elbow to the forehead.
Roy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Roy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Williams avoiding damage as Roy throws knees to the body.
Roy has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Williams breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Roy wants to clinch.
Roy wants to clinch up but Williams keeps it at a distance.
Evander Roy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Williams!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Williams bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Roy's head.
Roy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Williams counters with a combination of strikes to the head and body that crumple Roy!
Evander Roy's cut is getting worse.
Williams missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Williams not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Williams is looking to stall here but Roy recovers full guard.
Williams throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Roy works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Roy looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Williams accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roy has an active guard here but Williams has managed to pass into half guard.
Williams is working for a submission of some sort.
Williams throwing shots but Roy is blocking nicely.
Williams sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Roy defending well though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Roy trying to control but Williams postures up.
Williams throws a strike but Roy avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Williams thows a big elbow that misses.
Roy keeping moving, preventing Williams from controlling successfully.
Williams working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Roy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Williams.
Williams throwing strikes but missing.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Williams missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Williams's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shane Williams showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Evander Roy's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Roy lands a jab-cross combination.
It looks like Shane Williams has been cut.
Roy tries to clinch up
and Williams counters with a left to the body.
Roy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Williams circles away from the clinch attempt.
Roy moves to clinch but Williams breaks away
and Williams counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Williams misses with a jab, cross combination.
Roy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Roy doesn't manage to clinch there - Williams circles away.
Williams misses with a series of wild punches.
Roy drives through and clinches with Williams against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Williams blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Williams escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Evander Roy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Williams does no damage.
Williams keeps the fight on the outside.
Roy is looking to clinch.
Williams pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Roy back to the cage. Williams follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Williams fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Roy avoids it really well and circles away.
Williams scoring well with a low kick there.
Roy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Williams throws a sloppy head kick and Roy moves out of range easily.
Williams throws a right hand that Roy ducks under and follows up with a left that Roy also avoids with ease.
Shane Williams is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Williams takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Williams avoids the head kick by Roy.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short body shot lands from Roy as the two fighters clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Roy drives through and clinches with Williams against the cage.
Williams landing knees to the body.
Williams tries to break free but Roy pushes him back against the cage.
Roy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Roy tries to close the distance and clinch but Williams swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Roy is looking to clinch.
Roy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Roy moves into the clinch.
Evander Roy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Williams blocks a punch to the side of the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roy holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Roy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Williams throws an elbow that misses.
Williams misses with an elbow over the top.
Williams breaks the clinch.
Roy tries to land a front kick but Williams steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Williams keeps the fight on the outside.
Williams rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Roy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Roy tries to clinch up.
Good leg kick by Roy there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Williams avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Williams fails to land with a series of punches.
Roy wants to clinch but Williams slips to the side
and Roy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Williams swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Roy tries to clinch there but Williams circles away.
Sloppy strikes from Williams. Those never looked like landing.
Roy tries to close the distance and clinch but Williams swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Roy doesn't manage to clinch there - Williams circles away.
Roy tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Williams counters with a series of strikes. Roy will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Roy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Williams throws a nice looking combination but Roy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Williams swats away the attempt to clinch by Roy.
Williams stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Roy.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Roy tries to clinch but Williams moves out of range.
Roy misses with a wild combination.
And that's the end of the fight!
Evander Roy showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Williams 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shane Williams!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Juan Sandro (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gasan Ibragimov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
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155 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Juan Sandro!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Gasan Ibragimov!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Summer Carpenter and Donatello Bradman.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sloppy strikes from Ibragimov. Those never looked like landing.
Ibragimov scores with a nice head shot.
Ibragimov throws a wild body kick that Sandro sees coming a mile off.
Ibragimov throws a sloppy head kick and Sandro moves out of range easily.
Ibragimov scores with a body shot.
Ibragimov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sandro.
Ibragimov scores with a one two! Sandro had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Ibragimov with a hook.
Sandro clinches up with Ibragimov and pushes him back against the cage.
Sandro jumps guard and drags Ibragimov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Sandro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sandro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sandro has his feet on Ibragimov's thighs here. He's pushed Ibragimov off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Ibragimov screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Juan Sandro!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ryan Mallone (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michael Millar (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
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275 lbs
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255 lbs
1 - 2 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Brawler
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BJJ Brown Belt
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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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Ryan Mallone!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Michael Millar!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Steve Erwin and John Mangel.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Millar gets caught napping as Mallone dives in and scores a takedown. Millar manages to retain guard.
Millar looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Mallone looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mallone's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Mallone trying to control the position from guard on top but Millar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mallone controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Ryan Mallone just wasn't active enough.
Millar defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mallone.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Millar sprawls well. Millar wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mallone gets slowly back to his feet.
Mallone shoots in looking for a takedown. Millar tries to sprawl out of it but Mallone keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Millar manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Mallone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mallone tries for a takedown but Millar circles away easily
so Millar counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Millar has eaten all the pies!
Millar prevents Mallone from getting back to his feet.
Millar wants to control from the top but Mallone keeps moving.
Mallone wants to stand up but Millar is controlling him.
Millar trying to control but Mallone is working from the bottom.
Mallone will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Michael Millar wasn't active enough on the ground.
Excellent takedown into side control there by Mallone.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mallone controlling the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mallone working away.
Mallone trying to control the position but Millar is working away.
Millar is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Mallone is controlling him well.
Mallone just content to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Mallone wants to lay and pray for a moment but Millar keeps working.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mallone content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
We're going to have a standup here because Ryan Mallone wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Mallone fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Millar avoids it really well and circles away.
Mallone fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mallone misses with a takedown attempt - Millar sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mallone dives in and grabs Millar's left leg, looking for a takedown. Millar pushes down on Mallone's head and hops out.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Horrible takedown by Millar or perhaps it was just good defense by Mallone which made him look bad.
Mallone gets the takedown into side control.
Mallone wants to take a breather but Millar manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Mallone.
Mallone trying to control but Millar is working from the bottom.
Millar trying to control the position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mallone won't allow Millar to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Mallone dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan Mallone's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Mallone feints and as Millar raises his hands in defense, Mallone changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mallone knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Millar on the ground.
Mallone wants to control from the top but Millar keeps moving.
Mallone has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mallone showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Mallone tries to free his leg and advance position but Millar is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mallone is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Ryan Mallone just wasn't active enough.
Mallone tries for a takedown but Millar sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Millar fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mallone tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Millar swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Mallone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mallone fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck for Millar with that takedown attempt.
Mallone fails with the takedown.
Mallone looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Mallone is keen to just control but Millar is a slippery customer.
Mallone prevents Millar from standing back up.
Millar manages to get to full guard.
Mallone controlling from the top position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Millar throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Mallone is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We're going to have a standup here because Ryan Mallone wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Mallone gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Millar regains half guard there - taking advantage of Mallone's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Millar wants to get back to full guard.
Millar is trying to stand.
Millar makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Millar.
Mallone is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Millar keeping moving, preventing Mallone from controlling successfully.
Mallone controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We're going to have a standup here because Ryan Mallone wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Mallone throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Millar's waist but Millar gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mallone off to one side.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mallone tries for a takedown but Millar sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Millar but Millar pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mallone leaves Millar with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Millar shoots in looking for a takedown. Mallone tries to sprawl out of it but Millar keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mallone manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mallone tries to score a power double leg takedown but Millar sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mallone somewhat.
Millar tries to clinch up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mallone fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mallone misses with a takedown attempt - Millar sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Mallone dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ryan Mallone'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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Mallone shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Millar sprawls well. Millar wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mallone gets slowly back to his feet.
Mallone shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Millar pinned against the cage. Millar gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Millar tries to close the distance and clinch but Mallone swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Millar as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Mallone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown by Millar or perhaps it was just good defense by Mallone which made him look bad.
Mallone looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Millar stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Millar wants it to stay on the feet.
Mallone slips a jab and a cross from Millar.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mallone fails with the takedown.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mallone.
Mallone changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Millar tries to avoid it but Mallone manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Millar to the ground. Millar escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mallone feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Millar lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Mallone!
Mallone is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Mallone bucks Millar off and manages to get back to his feet!
Mallone shoots in for a double leg but Millar sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mallone with a poor takedown
and Millar counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Millar.
Mallone tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Millar just stands there and leans against the cage.
Ryan Mallone is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Millar pulls guard successfully.
Mallone trying to control the position from guard on top but Millar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mallone controls from within his opponent's guard.
Millar keeping moving, preventing Mallone from controlling successfully.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Mallone is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Millar is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Ryan Mallone.
Horrible takedown by Mallone or perhaps it was just good defense by Millar which made him look bad.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mallone.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Horrible takedown by Mallone or perhaps it was just good defense by Millar which made him look bad.
Nice takedown defense from Mallone. No joy for Millar on that attempt.
Horrible takedown by Mallone or perhaps it was just good defense by Millar which made him look bad.
Mallone tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Millar swivels and escapes.
Mallone fails with the takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Millar.
Mallone shoots in but Millar avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mallone with a poor takedown
enabling Millar to counter with a crisp jab.
Millar closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Mallone's guard.
Mallone kicks Millar off and gets to his feet.
Millar misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Millar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mallone drives through with a takedown into Millar's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Mallone tries to free his leg and advance position but Millar is retaining full guard.
Millar keeping moving, preventing Mallone from controlling successfully.
Mallone tries to free his leg and advance position but Millar is retaining full guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mallone looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Millar working for a triangle but Mallone defends it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan Mallone showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mallone, 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryan Mallone!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Ben Hall (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Axel Whitecoat (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Whitecoat has chosen Seven Nation Army as his entrance music. Ben Hall has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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195 lbs
2 - 0 - 0 |
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187 lbs
5 - 7 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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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 Sydney, Ben Hall!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Axel Whitecoat!
The judges for this bout are Donatello Bradman, Steve Erwin and Bruno Hogan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Whitecoat throws a series of punches but Hall avoids them all with ease.
Whitecoat throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hall avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hall tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Whitecoat tries to clinch but Hall is having none of it.
Hall will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hall scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Whitecoat fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hall sprawls well initially but Whitecoat persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Whitecoat throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Whitecoat thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Whitecoat prevents Hall from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hall makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hall.
Hall trying to control the position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Whitecoat won't allow Hall to sweep him here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hall escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Whitecoat gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hall is trying to control the position but Whitecoat postures up.
Hall has his foot on Whitecoat's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Whitecoat works his way back into a safe position though.
Whitecoat tries to free his leg and advance position but Hall is retaining full guard.
Whitecoat postures up.
Hall preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hall working for a triangle but Whitecoat defends it easily.
Hall working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Whitecoat.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Whitecoat slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hall looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Whitecoat puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Whitecoat is stalling here. Hall is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Whitecoat seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hall has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Whitecoat is trying to improve his position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hall stands up and beckons Whitecoat to his feet.
Hall shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Whitecoat pinned against the cage. Whitecoat gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hall throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Whitecoat.
Whitecoat tries to clinch there but Hall circles away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Whitecoat misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hall avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hall shoots in but Whitecoat avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ben Hall. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hall scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Whitecoat throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Whitecoat looks gassed!
A jab from Whitecoat misses.
Hall shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hall showed some decent athleticism there.
Hall is trying for a kimura here. Whitecoat looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Hall wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ben Hall!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Hepatitis See (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ricco El Suave (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the fighters buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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175 lbs
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183 lbs
2 - 1 - 0 |
BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Experienced |
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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
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Hepatitis See!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Ricco El Suave!
The judges for this bout are Donatello Bradman, Damien Edna and Winston Howard.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A right-left combo lands from El Suave.
See fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice sprawl there from El Suave as See shoots in.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts El Suave, as that shot connected.
El Suave works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ricco El Suave seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
See takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Horrible takedown by See or perhaps it was just good defense by El Suave which made him look bad.
El Suave's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and El Suave duly obliges.
It looks like Hepatitis See has been cut.
See is trying hard to land a takedown here. El Suave sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hepatitis See. That's going to take a lot out of him.
See has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from See there as he acknowledges the shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
See misses with a wild combination.
El Suave keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
No luck for See with that takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
See misses with a straight right.
El Suave cracks a nice hook into See's ribs.
See swinging wildly here.
El Suave tries to bum rush See with a series of wild strikes but See uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
See walks into a straight right hand from El Suave.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from See is defended easily by El Suave.
El Suave lands a body shot.
See throws a nice looking combination but El Suave bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
See misses with a lunging right hand
and El Suave counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
See is breathing heavily.
Horrible takedown by See or perhaps it was just good defense by El Suave which made him look bad.
El Suave lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as See backs up against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
See walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
El Suave throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck See on the side of the head.
El Suave lands a straight punch to the body, keeping See at a distance.
See walks into a jab.
El Suave lands a slapping body shot.
El Suave lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
El Suave lands a two punch combo.
See is rocked!
See takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Oh See is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
El Suave lands a lovely overhand right.
El Suave scores with a decent looking hook.
El Suave throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh See colapses and takes a barrage of punches from El Suave as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and See is left battered and dazed whilst El Suave and his camp cheer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricco El Suave!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Joseph Mageramsky (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Vrach Daltonik (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Joseph Mageramsky could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Vrach Daltonik's chin.
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242 lbs
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240 lbs
5 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
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KO power |
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Powerful |
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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 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Joseph Mageramsky!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Vrach Daltonik!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Damien Edna and Winston Howard.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Daltonik dips to his left and cracks Mageramsky with an uppercut!
Mageramsky throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Daltonik's waist but Daltonik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mageramsky off to one side.
Mageramsky misses with a series of wild punches.
Mageramsky shoots in but Daltonik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Daltonik throws a body punch but Mageramsky moves out of range.
Daltonik throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
It looks like Joseph Mageramsky has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mageramsky showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Daltonik.
A jab from Daltonik misses.
Daltonik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A slow jab from Daltonik misses its intended target.
Daltonik lands a nice looking body shot.
Daltonik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mageramsky fails with an attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mageramsky is defended easily by Daltonik.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joseph Mageramsky. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mageramsky misses the shot to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Daltonik misses with a series of wild punches.
Daltonik with a nice cross.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Daltonik.
Mageramsky feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Mageramsky passes Daltonik's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Mageramsky wants to take a breather but Daltonik is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Daltonik wants to get back to full guard.
Mageramsky is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Daltonik is defending against the submission attempts here by Mageramsky.
Mageramsky is trying to work for a kimura but Daltonik is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mageramsky is working for a kimura but Daltonik is defending it quite comfortably.
Mageramsky is looking for a kimura here.
Mageramsky seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Daltonik does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mageramsky in particular looking to stall.
Daltonik really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mageramsky. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Daltonik wants to improve his position but Mageramsky is controlling well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mageramsky is looking for a kimura here.
Daltonik is refusing to be controlled, as Mageramsky sits in half guard.
Mageramsky takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Mageramsky has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Daltonik has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mageramsky is working away from the top position though.
Mageramsky seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Daltonik does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mageramsky prevents Daltonik from improving his position.
Joseph Mageramsky has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Mageramsky fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Daltonik to the ground. Mageramsky is now in Daltonik's guard.
Mageramsky tries to free his leg and advance position but Daltonik is retaining full guard.
Mageramsky is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Mageramsky looking to pass the guard.
Mageramsky drops back looking for a leg! Daltonik is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Daltonik manages to kick Mageramsky off! Mageramsky jumps back into Daltonik's guard.
Mageramsky engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Mageramsky trying to control but Daltonik is working from the bottom.
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 Joseph Mageramsky will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joseph Mageramsky'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.
Daltonik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mageramsky.
A big right from Daltonik misses.
Daltonik misses with an uppercut. Mageramsky saw that one coming.
Nice sprawl there from Daltonik as Mageramsky shoots in.
Daltonik throws a hook to the side of Mageramsky's head but Mageramsky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Daltonik cracks Mageramsky with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mageramsky misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joseph Mageramsky. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mageramsky blocks a jab.
Daltonik slaps away a takedown attempt from Mageramsky, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Daltonik misses with a two punch combination.
Joseph Mageramsky is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mageramsky cracks Daltonik with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mageramsky fails with the takedown
and Daltonik connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mageramsky shoots in and drives through. Daltonik sprawls well.
Daltonik misses with an uppercut. Mageramsky saw that one coming.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mageramsky shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Daltonik as he avoids it easily.
Daltonik catches Mageramsky with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mageramsky tries to clinch but Daltonik moves away
enabling Daltonik to counter with a crisp jab.
Vrach Daltonik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Daltonik misses with a looping right.
Vrach Daltonik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Daltonik missing with a left hand there. Mageramsky was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mageramsky fails with a takedown attempt.
Mageramsky shoots in looking for a takedown but Daltonik manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mageramsky's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Daltonik connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mageramsky. Mageramsky circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daltonik throws a nice looking combination but Mageramsky bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mageramsky shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Daltonik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Daltonik lands with a right hand.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Daltonik lands a nice looking body shot.
Daltonik misses with a two punch combination.
Daltonik looks to land a combination but Mageramsky avoids it well.
Daltonik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mageramsky tries to move into range but Daltonik moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Daltonik throws a big shot that misses.
Daltonik misses with a hook.
Daltonik goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Mageramsky is trying hard to land a takedown here. Daltonik sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Daltonik looks to land a left hand but Mageramsky moved out of range nicely.
Mageramsky tries to close the distance and clinch but Daltonik swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Daltonik 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.
Mageramsky tries to score a power double leg takedown but Daltonik sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mageramsky somewhat.
Mageramsky gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mageramsky closes this distance looking for a takedown but Daltonik circles away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Daltonik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Daltonik lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Daltonik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mageramsky takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mageramsky changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Daltonik tries to avoid it but Mageramsky manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Daltonik to the ground. Daltonik escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mageramsky needs to keep his hands up - Daltonik had a free shot at his head there.
Daltonik lands a nice hook to Mageramsky's body. Mageramsky takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Daltonik connects with a body shot that sends Mageramsky's belly button to the back.
Daltonik scores with a three punch combo!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mageramsky defending well as Daltonik loads up on a big left hand.
Mageramsky takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Daltonik tests Mageramsky's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vrach Daltonik seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mageramsky moves out of range as Daltonik strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Daltonik scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mageramsky doesn't seem bothered though.
Mageramsky bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A combination from Daltonik does no damage.
Mageramsky ducks under a wild hook from Daltonik.
Daltonik gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mageramsky to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mageramsky won't allow Daltonik to sweep him here.
Daltonik is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Mageramsky controlling from the top position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Mageramsky thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vrach Daltonik showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Joseph Mageramsky's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Daltonik missing with a left hand there. Mageramsky was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Daltonik scores with a one two! Mageramsky had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Daltonik throws the left hand but Mageramsky avoids the punch easily.
Mageramsky tries to clinch but Daltonik is having none of it.
Mageramsky is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Joseph Mageramsky's cut is getting worse.
Daltonik defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mageramsky.
Mageramsky changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Daltonik looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Daltonik is looking to regain half guard here but Mageramsky keeps moving and retains side control.
Daltonik is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Mageramsky trying to control the position but Daltonik is working away.
Joseph Mageramsky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mageramsky tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mageramsky has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Daltonik can do anything to dispel that myth.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mageramsky staying calm.
Daltonik tries to bench press Mageramsky off him but Mageramsky keeps the position.
Mageramsky is trying to get an arm triangle but Daltonik is defending well.
Daltonik stops Mageramsky from passing to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mageramsky just content to control the position.
Mageramsky works to advance to full mount. Daltonik defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Mageramsky can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Daltonik is looking to escape.
Mageramsky looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Daltonik tries to lock up and control but Mageramsky gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Daltonik is trying to escape the mount.
Daltonik defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Mageramsky.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Daltonik tries to lock up and control but Mageramsky gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Daltonik defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Mageramsky.
Mageramsky has hold of Daltonik's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Daltonik manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Daltonik is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Mageramsky has taken his back!
Mageramsky working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Mageramsky working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Daltonik defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Mageramsky's arms.
Mageramsky is persistently looking for the submission but Daltonik is defending it well.
Mageramsky looking for the RNC.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Daltonik tries to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joseph Mageramsky showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mageramsky has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Joseph Mageramsky!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Chad Bugasto (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Trent Hinkelton (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hinkelton has chosen '2001 A Space Odyssey' Theme as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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200 lbs
5 - 2 - 1 |
BJJ White Belt
Great elbows
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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
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Chad Bugasto!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 1, fighting out of Sydney, Trent Hinkelton!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Skip Squint and Summer Carpenter.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bugasto is looking to clinch but Hinkelton is avoiding it.
Hinkelton avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hinkelton throws a right and a left that Bugasto avoids nicely.
Bugasto tries to clinch there but Hinkelton circles away.
Bugasto tries to clinch but Hinkelton moves out of range.
Hinkelton tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hinkelton paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Chad Bugasto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bugasto is looking to clinch but Hinkelton is avoiding it.
Bugasto tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hinkelton swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hinkelton throws a series of punches but Bugasto moves out of range.
Hinkelton throws a series of punches but Bugasto moves out of range.
Bugasto digs a good body shot into Hinkelton's ribs.
Bugasto tries to close the distance and clinch but Hinkelton swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hinkelton tries to keep at a distance but Bugasto has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hinkelton takes a knee to the side of the body.
Bugasto lands a nice elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bugasto lands an elbow just above Hinkelton 's eye.
Hinkelton is looking to break free of the clinch but Bugasto has double underhooks.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bugasto gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Bugasto connects with a knee to the head.
Bugasto working Hinkelton over with knees to the body.
Hinkelton looks gassed!
Bugasto lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Bugasto landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Bugasto lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Bugasto breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hinkelton tries to keep at a distance but Bugasto has taken the fight into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bugasto is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Bugasto.
Bugasto landing knees to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bugasto with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Bugasto lands an elbow just above Hinkelton 's eye.
Bugasto working Hinkelton over with knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Bugasto.
Bugasto lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Hinkelton takes a knee right on the jaw!
Hinkelton is rocked!
Bugasto breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hinkelton is still on wobbly legs! Can Bugasto finish him?
Bugasto drives through and clinches with Hinkelton against the cage.
Bugasto scores with a knee to the head.
Bugasto taking a breather.
Bugasto connects with a knee to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bugasto unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hinkelton lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bugasto - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bugasto.
Bugasto blocks a body shot from Hinkelton.
Bugasto lands a knee to the body.
Hinkelton takes an elbow to the forehead.
Bugasto lands an elbow that stopped Hinkelton in his tracks for a moment.
Bugasto lands a knee to the head.
Bugasto lands an elbow inside that Hinkelton shrugs off.
Bugasto pulls back and lands a big elbow that stuns Hinkelton! Bugasto unloads with more strikes and Hinkelton sinks to his knees! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chad Bugasto!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lincoln Burrows (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Zane Stanley (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Lincoln Burrows!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Zane Stanley!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Winston Howard and Summer Carpenter.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Burrows pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A right-left combo lands from Burrows.
Burrows throws a series of strikes that have Stanley backpedaling.
Stanley throws the left hand but Burrows avoids the punch easily.
Burrows scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Burrows jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slow jab from Burrows misses its intended target.
Stanley showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Burrows.
Burrows will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Burrows takes one to the side of the head.
Zane Stanley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burrows keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Burrows scores with a hook to the body. Stanley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Burrows ducks under a wild hook from Stanley.
A right-left combo lands from Stanley.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stanley lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Burrows circles away quickly and effectively.
Stanley looks to land a combination but Burrows avoids it well.
Stanley walks into a stiff left hand from Burrows.
Burrows takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Stanley jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Stanley avoids the body shot from Burrows.
Burrows will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Burrows tries to bum rush Stanley with a series of wild strikes but Stanley uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Burrows misses with a wild combination.
Burrows misses with a hook. Stanley ducked under it nicely.
Stanley misses with a body shot
enabling Burrows to counter with a crisp jab.
Burrows misses with a series of wild punches.
Stanley slips a jab and a cross from Burrows.
Burrows lands a jab to the head.
Stanley throws a shot from downtown. Burrows moves away and avoids it.
Stanley throws a right and a left that Burrows avoids nicely.
Burrows fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stanley connects with a body shot.
Burrows walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burrows closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Stanley tries to land a front kick but Burrows steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Stanley throws a right hand that Burrows ducks under and follows up with a left that Burrows also avoids with ease.
Stanley on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Stanley moves out of range as Burrows strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sloppy strikes from Burrows. Those never looked like landing.
Stanley scores with a three punch combo!
Burrows is rocked!
Burrows glances at the clock... BAM! Stanley nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Burrows crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Burrows is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zane Stanley!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shawn MacArthur (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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185 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 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Shawn MacArthur!
The judges for this bout are John Mangel, Eliza Hachem and Bruno Hogan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tatsuhiko Jr gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and MacArthur counters with an outside leg kick.
Tatsuhiko Jr closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
MacArthur tries to bench press Tatsuhiko Jr off him but Tatsuhiko Jr keeps the position.
MacArthur is trying to control Tatsuhiko Jr's posture but Tatsuhiko Jr avoids it.
MacArthur is looking for a sweep.
Tatsuhiko Jr tries for a kimura but MacArthur is defending well.
MacArthur struggling a bit here.
Tatsuhiko Jr grinds an elbow into MacArthur's temple.
Tatsuhiko Jr cracks MacArthur with a big right hand but MacArthur just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
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.
What's MacArthur going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Tatsuhiko Jr working the body and head with strikes.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Tatsuhiko Jr thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
MacArthur is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
MacArthur is not content to let Tatsuhiko Jr control the position.
Tatsuhiko Jr working the strikes but MacArthur uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr is trying to control. MacArthur wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
MacArthur wants to control but Tatsuhiko Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
MacArthur might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tatsuhiko Jr kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tatsuhiko Jr sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tatsuhiko Jr is working away from the top position though.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Shawn MacArthur wasn't active enough on the ground.
Tatsuhiko Jr closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tatsuhiko Jr lands in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tatsuhiko Jr wants to control from the top but MacArthur keeps moving.
Tatsuhiko Jr postures up in MacArthur's guard and throws a big left but MacArthur blocks it.
MacArthur working a defensive guard here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tatsuhiko Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but MacArthur has wrist control.
MacArthur working a defensive guard here.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Shawn MacArthur.
Nice takedown defense from MacArthur. No joy for Tatsuhiko Jr on that attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur.
Tatsuhiko Jr looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? MacArthur is fending him off so far but Tatsuhiko Jr persists. Nope, MacArthur circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tatsuhiko Jr throws a leg kick
enabling MacArthur to counter with a crisp jab.
Tatsuhiko Jr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur wants to clinch up but Tatsuhiko Jr keeps it at a distance.
MacArthur throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tatsuhiko Jr's waist but Tatsuhiko Jr gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing MacArthur off to one side.
A clash of legs there as MacArthur blocks the low kick.
MacArthur thumps Tatsuhiko Jr with a low kick.
MacArthur lands a jab.
MacArthur throws a series of punches but Tatsuhiko Jr avoids them all with ease.
A big left from MacArthur misses.
MacArthur has a takedown stuffed.
MacArthur gets caught flat footed, as Tatsuhiko Jr shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
MacArthur looks gassed!
Tatsuhiko Jr is looking to get to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur working for a submission but Tatsuhiko Jr is keeping him at bay.
Tatsuhiko Jr really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
MacArthur misses with a head shot.
Tatsuhiko Jr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for MacArthur on the ground.
MacArthur swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Tatsuhiko Jr is now in MacArthur's guard. A big mistake from MacArthur there, giving up the dominant position!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Tatsuhiko Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tatsuhiko Jr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
MacArthur misses with a few strikes there.
Tatsuhiko Jr shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Tatsuhiko Jr wants to take a breather but MacArthur is having none of it.
Tatsuhiko Jr trying to pass the guard but MacArthur defending well.
Tatsuhiko Jr trying to control from half guard but MacArthur is working away.
MacArthur is trying to control but can't.
Tatsuhiko Jr trying to pass the guard but MacArthur defending well.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Tatsuhiko Jr closes this distance looking for a takedown but MacArthur circles away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for MacArthur!
Tatsuhiko Jr controlling the pace for now.
Tatsuhiko Jr trying to control but MacArthur is having none of it.
Tatsuhiko Jr breaks from MacArthur's wrist control and lands an elbow.
MacArthur is working to get back to half guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr working the ground and pound effectively.
MacArthur wants to hold on but Tatsuhiko Jr pushes him away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur tries to reverse the position but Tatsuhiko Jr maintains control.
Tatsuhiko Jr wants to control the pace but MacArthur is squirming around nicely.
MacArthur is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tatsuhiko Jr tries to control but MacArthur wriggling away.
MacArthur sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
MacArthur wants to control but Tatsuhiko Jr passes into side.
MacArthur is breathing heavily.
Tatsuhiko Jr working the ground and pound.
Tatsuhiko Jr creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Tatsuhiko Jr tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Tatsuhiko Jr creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr cracks MacArthur with a big right hand but MacArthur just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
MacArthur is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tatsuhiko Jr off and has taken his back!
Tatsuhiko Jr avoids the strikes from MacArthur.
MacArthur is hanging on to Tatsuhiko Jr's back as he tries to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacArthur doesn't have the hooks in and Tatsuhiko Jr manages to turn into his guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but MacArthur is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacArthur working a defensive guard here.
Tatsuhiko Jr trying to control but MacArthur is working from the bottom.
Tatsuhiko Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but MacArthur is retaining full guard.
MacArthur throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur wants to stand but Tatsuhiko Jr is controlling the position.
Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Tatsuhiko Jr pushes down on MacArthur's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr works his foot free and advances to mount.
MacArthur tries to lock up and control but Tatsuhiko Jr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr wants to pass the guard but MacArthur is defending well.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tatsuhiko Jr keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tatsuhiko Jr is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tatsuhiko Jr working over MacArthur with some ground and pound. MacArthur looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr 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!
Horrible takedown by Tatsuhiko Jr or perhaps it was just good defense by MacArthur which made him look bad.
MacArthur moves in looking to clinch but Tatsuhiko Jr pushes him off.
Tatsuhiko Jr stuffs the takedown.
Tatsuhiko Jr shoots for a double leg takedown but MacArthur sprawls well. He's pushed Tatsuhiko Jr's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
An inside leg kick from MacArthur misses.
Tatsuhiko Jr tries to land a front kick but MacArthur steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jab by MacArthur.
MacArthur shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Tatsuhiko Jr manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
MacArthur has gone for a leg lock! Tatsuhiko Jr slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacArthur's guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr stands and throws MacArthur's legs to the side, diving into side control.
MacArthur takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tatsuhiko Jr tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tatsuhiko Jr has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr landing strikes.
MacArthur isn't going anywhere.
MacArthur wants to control but Tatsuhiko Jr postures up.
Tatsuhiko Jr slows the pace down.
MacArthur gets back to half guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr prevents MacArthur from improving his position.
MacArthur actively working from the bottom here.
Tatsuhiko Jr controlling the action here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
MacArthur trying to control but Tatsuhiko Jr postures up.
MacArthur is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tatsuhiko Jr pulls his head out easily.
Tatsuhiko Jr working over MacArthur with some ground and pound. MacArthur looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tatsuhiko Jr works his foot free and advances to mount.
MacArthur is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr is going oldschool here, as he tries to force MacArthur to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so MacArthur shrugs it off.
Tatsuhiko Jr dominating with strikes here.
Tatsuhiko Jr sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
MacArthur tries to reverse the position but Tatsuhiko Jr maintains control.
MacArthur is squirming around, avoiding Tatsuhiko Jr's attempts to control the action.
MacArthur gets back to half guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr lands with a punch from half guard.
Tatsuhiko Jr moves nicely into side control.
Tatsuhiko Jr trying to control the action but MacArthur is working from the bottom.
Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tatsuhiko Jr in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tatsuhiko Jr has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr wasn't doing enough on the ground.
MacArthur shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tatsuhiko Jr sprawls well. Tatsuhiko Jr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. MacArthur gets slowly back to his feet.
Shawn MacArthur has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tatsuhiko Jr fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. MacArthur sprawls well initially but Tatsuhiko Jr persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tatsuhiko Jr, 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 John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Akihito Tatsuhiko Jr!
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