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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between JonJ Ones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tyrone Jaxon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jaxon has chosen X Goin' Give iIt To Ya-DMX as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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195 lbs
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161 lbs
17 - 12 - 1 |
Good wrestling
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, JonJ Ones!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 12 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Tyrone Jaxon!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Decent striking displayed by Jaxon there.
Jaxon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ones.
Jaxon works the jab nicely.
Jaxon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ones's hands.
Ones throws a hook to the side of Jaxon's head but Jaxon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jaxon leaves Ones with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ones misses with an uppercut. Jaxon saw that one coming.
Jaxon misses the jab.
Jaxon keeps Ones at a distance using the push kick.
Jaxon cracks Ones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jaxon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ones.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ones throws a body punch but Jaxon moves out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jaxon darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jaxon moves away from the strike by Ones.
Jaxon fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ones on the side of the head.
Ones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jaxon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ones somewhat.
Jaxon scores with a push kick.
Jaxon lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jaxon.
Jaxon tests Ones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jaxon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ones.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaxon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for JonJ Ones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jaxon lands a nice shot to the body.
Ones is breathing heavily.
Jaxon throws a shot to the body.
Jaxon thows a body kick. Ones tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jaxon. That's going to slow Ones down.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Ones. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Ones takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Jaxon throws a head kick that half lands.
Ones is rocked!
Jaxon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Oh Ones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jaxon stuns Ones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jaxon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jaxon feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Ones collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Tyrone Jaxon!
A victorious Tyrone Jaxon thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bryan Bernie (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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189 lbs
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248 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Bryan Bernie!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Dillan Fox and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fitzgibbon lands a nice hook to Bernie's body. Bernie takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bernie tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fitzgibbon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bernie somewhat.
Fitzgibbon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fitzgibbon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A jab from Bernie misses.
Bernie checks the leg kick.
Fitzgibbon fails with a takedown attempt.
Bernie takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bernie throws an overhand right that lands on Fitzgibbon's shoulder, as Fitzgibbon tries to avoid the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fitzgibbon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fitzgibbon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fitzgibbon misses with a series of wild punches.
Fitzgibbon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fitzgibbon moves out of range of the body kick from Bernie.
Fitzgibbon throws a hook but Bernie avoids it easily.
Fitzgibbon slips a straight right by Bernie.
Fitzgibbon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bernie manages to avoid it.
Fitzgibbon cracks Bernie with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fitzgibbon throws a right and a left that Bernie avoids nicely.
Fitzgibbon checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fitzgibbon scores with a jab to the jaw.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fitzgibbon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bernie fails with an attempt to clinch.
An inside leg kick from Fitzgibbon misses.
Fitzgibbon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bernie manages to avoid it.
Fitzgibbon works Bernie's body with a nice hook.
Fitzgibbon swings for the body but Bernie moves out of range.
Fitzgibbon shoots in for a double leg but Bernie sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fitzgibbon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bernie moves away.
Bernie displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fitzgibbon throws out the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fitzgibbon closes the distance and lands a one-two.
It looks like Bryan Bernie has been cut.
Bernie changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fitzgibbon tries to avoid it but Bernie manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fitzgibbon to the ground. Fitzgibbon escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fitzgibbon misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fitzgibbon lands a nice shot to the body.
Fitzgibbon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bernie slips a straight right by Fitzgibbon.
Fitzgibbon slips under a jab from Bernie.
Bernie shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fitzgibbon as he jumps to the side.
Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bryan Bernie.
Bernie takes one to the side of the head.
Fitzgibbon closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bernie to the mat! Bernie manages to get full guard.
Bernie is looking to sweep but instead, Fitzgibbon has passed into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fitzgibbon is looking to advance position but Bernie won't allow it.
Bernie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fitzgibbon tries to free his leg and advance position but Bernie is retaining full guard.
Fitzgibbon pushes down on Bernie's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bernie wants to improve his position but Fitzgibbon is controlling well.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Fitzgibbon not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bryan Bernie's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Fitzgibbon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fitzgibbon lands a really nice looking cross but Bernie seems unphased.
Fitzgibbon connects with a body shot.
Fitzgibbon is looking to wear down Bernie with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Bernie pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fitzgibbon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fitzgibbon misses with an uppercut.
Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon is winning the standup battle so far.
Bernie looks to land a left hand but Fitzgibbon moved out of range nicely.
Bernie avoids the body shot from Fitzgibbon.
Fitzgibbon thuds his right hand into Bernie's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bernie tries to keep at a distance but Fitzgibbon has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bernie jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Fitzgibbon walks away with a smile on his face. Bernie gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fitzgibbon. Bernie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fitzgibbon circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bernie does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bernie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bernie darts in and clinches Fitzgibbon up against the cage.
Fitzgibbon has Bernie pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Fitzgibbon pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Bernie tumbling to the mat - Fitzgibbon dives into Bernie's guard.
Fitzgibbon passes Bernie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fitzgibbon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bernie knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fitzgibbon thows a huge punch but Bernie dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fitzgibbon wants to work for an arm triangle but Bernie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bernie is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fitzgibbon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fitzgibbon's back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bernie tightening his grip on Fitzgibbon, looking for the choke.
A lull in the action here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bernie misses with a punch to the head.
Bernie thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Bernie punches Fitzgibbon on the ear.
Fitzgibbon covering up well under a barage of strikes.
A lull in the action here.
Fitzgibbon tries to escape the position.
Fitzgibbon covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Bernie wants to control the position but Fitzgibbon frees himself and scrambles - Bernie manages to regain control in side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bernie throws an elbow but Fitzgibbon slips to the side and avoids it well.
Fitzgibbon manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Bernie is looking to pass Fitzgibbon's guard but actually Fitzgibbon recovers to full guard.
Fitzgibbon 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fitzgibbon working a defensive guard here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fitzgibbon keeping moving, preventing Bernie from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bryan Bernie's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Fitzgibbon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fitzgibbon shoots in but Bernie avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fitzgibbon fails to land with a series of punches.
Fitzgibbon is looking to chop away at Bernie's legs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fitzgibbon. Bernie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bernie shoots in for a takedown but Fitzgibbon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Fitzgibbon fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bernie on the side of the head.
Bernie takes a swing at Fitzgibbon's ribcage but misses.
Bernie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fitzgibbon as he avoids it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fitzgibbon throws a head kick that misses.
Bernie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fitzgibbon was well out of range. Poor timing from Bernie.
The crowd cheers as Fitzgibbon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bernie doesn't seem phased though.
Bernie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fitzgibbon.
Fitzgibbon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bernie bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bernie tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Fitzgibbon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bernie moves forwards but Fitzgibbon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fitzgibbon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bernie.
Fitzgibbon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bernie tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Fitzgibbon is in Bernie's guard.
Fitzgibbon wants to control from the top but Bernie keeps moving.
Bryan Bernie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bernie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bernie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bernie throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Fitzgibbon wants to control from the top but Bernie keeps moving.
Fitzgibbon won't allow Bernie to sweep him here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bernie throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Fitzgibbon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bernie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bernie throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Fitzgibbon escapes and throws Bernie's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Fitzgibbon landing strikes.
Bernie sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Fitzgibbon trying to control from Bernie's half guard. Bernie has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Fitzgibbon trying to control the position from guard on top but Bernie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fitzgibbon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bernie looking for a guillotine here but Fitzgibbon defends easily.
Fitzgibbon wants to control from the top but Bernie keeps moving.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fitzgibbon passes Bernie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fitzgibbon has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon!
During a confident post fight interview, Bon Kenneth Fitzgibbon thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Fail Sonnen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Paul Ooka (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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219 lbs
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191 lbs
8 - 10 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 5 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Fail Sonnen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Paul Ooka!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Yves DeLean and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sonnen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ooka can pounce on him.
Sonnen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ooka will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ooka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sonnen throws a head kick but Ooka moves out of range.
Sonnen lands the left hand.
Ooka lands with an uppercut that bounces Sonnen off the cage and back into range.
Ooka misses with a looping left.
Ooka throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sonnen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sonnen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sonnen jabs Ooka right on the nose. Ooka blinks but takes it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sonnen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ooka. Sonnen does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sonnen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ooka fails to land with a series of punches.
Sonnen misses with a left hand
and Ooka counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ooka closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sonnen did well to prevent Ooka getting side control.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Ooka controlling the action here.
Ooka looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ooka perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Sonnen tries to roll over but Ooka keeps him under control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sonnen missing with punches from the bottom.
Ooka is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ooka is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ooka is trying to control the action in half guard but Sonnen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ooka throwing shots but Sonnen is blocking nicely.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ooka throws a strike but Sonnen avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Ooka pushes down on Sonnen's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sonnen trying to hold on to Ooka's head to control him but Ooka postures up.
Ooka is looking for a kimura but Sonnen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ooka to get the leverage.
Sonnen is looking to improve his position.
Ooka missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sonnen is trying to get back to full guard.
Sonnen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ooka pulls his head out easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sonnen tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ooka has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Ooka with shots to the head and body - Sonnen looks very uncomfortable down there.
Ooka controlling his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ooka with shots to the head and body - Sonnen looks very uncomfortable down there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Ooka dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Good leg kick by Ooka there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sonnen is pressed up against the cage. Ooka has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sonnen down to the mat. Sonnen avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ooka lands a nice shot to the body.
Ooka fails with the takedown.
Ooka misses with a few strikes there.
Ooka throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sonnen's waist but Sonnen gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ooka off to one side.
Fail Sonnen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Ooka.
Sonnen just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Ooka misses.
Sonnen's corner calls for a 1-2. Sonnen obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ooka shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ooka misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Paul Ooka is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sonnen looks to throw the jab but Ooka is out of range.
Ooka ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sonnen throws a head kick that misses
and Ooka makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nice shot lands for Ooka.
Ooka throws a hook but Sonnen blocks it.
Ooka fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sonnen to the ground. Ooka is now in Sonnen's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ooka postures up and lands a big shot to Sonnen's brow.
Sonnen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ooka trying to control the position from guard on top but Sonnen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ooka preventing the sweep.
Paul Ooka has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Ooka shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sonnen looks to score with a jab to the body but Ooka is just out of range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sonnen throws a hook but Ooka blocks it.
Ooka shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sonnen sprawls well. Sonnen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ooka gets slowly back to his feet.
Ooka shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sonnen as he avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Sonnen finds it's target.
Sonnen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sonnen tries a head kick but it misses.
Ooka misses with a head kick.
A jab lands there for Sonnen.
Ooka throws a head kick that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sonnen misses with an uppercut
and Ooka counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ooka fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sonnen, pushing him back against the cage.
Sonnen misses with a punch to the body.
Ooka drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sonnen gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ooka wants to take the fight to the mat but Sonnen manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sonnen effectively controlling the action here.
Sonnen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ooka prevents a body shot from Sonnen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Ooka showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Sonnen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Sonnen avoids a kick to the body.
Ooka misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ooka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sonnen was well out of range. Poor timing from Ooka.
Ooka misses with a few strikes there.
Paul Ooka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sonnen showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ooka.
Sonnen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ooka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ooka throws a leg kick but Sonnen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ooka misses with a double jab.
Ooka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ooka tries to clinch up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ooka fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sonnen manages to avoid it.
Sonnen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ooka swivels and escapes.
Ooka connects with a leg kick. Sonnen looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Ooka throws a series of punches but Sonnen avoids them all with ease.
Ooka shoots in looking for a takedown but Sonnen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ooka's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ooka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sonnen.
Sonnen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sonnen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ooka.
Ooka ducks under a wild hook from Sonnen.
Ooka moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ooka throws a big shot that misses.
Ooka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fail Sonnen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ooka swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ooka closes the distance and clinches up with Sonnen, looking for a takedown. Ooka pushes Sonnen against the cage but Sonnen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ooka takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sonnen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sonnen shoots in looking for a takedown but Ooka manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sonnen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ooka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sonnen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ooka looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Paul Ooka is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sonnen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sonnen wants to sweep but no luck.
Sonnen keeping full guard, as Ooka tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ooka postures up.
Ooka trying to control the position from guard on top but Sonnen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sonnen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Sonnen misses the jab.
Paul Ooka seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ooka lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sonnen at a distance.
Sonnen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sonnen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ooka lands a jab to the head.
Sonnen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ooka scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Ooka closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sonnen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Ooka. That one must have hurt.
Sonnen throws a lazy uppercut
and Ooka counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sonnen misses with a double jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Paul Ooka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ooka winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul Ooka!
During a confident post fight interview, Paul Ooka thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Block Liddell (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Maximus Meridius (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Liddell comes to the cage accompanied by Slayer - Raining Blood. Meridius has chosen Sexion d'Assaut - Desole as his entrance music. Block Liddell is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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32
228 lbs
18 - 9 - 0 |
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31
294 lbs
18 - 7 - 0 |
Decent wrestler
Excellent boxer
Very quick |
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BJJ Purple Belt
Lethal high kicks
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
18 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Block Liddell!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
18 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Maximus Meridius!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Robert Douchet and Elvis Blanc.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Meridius moves into range and clinches up with Liddell.
Liddell is trying to break the clinch but Meridius has him pressed against the cage.
Liddell blocks the elbow strike.
Meridius breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Meridius tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Liddell was well out of range. Poor timing from Meridius.
Liddell throws a leg kick which misses Meridius's front leg but catches the back leg as Meridius tries to avoid it.
Meridius just misses with a punch to the body.
Liddell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Meridius. That snapped Liddell's head back.
Meridius tries to land a front kick but Liddell steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Liddell throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Meridius keeps Liddell at a distance using the push kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Meridius throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Meridius ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Liddell is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A big right from Meridius misses.
Meridius misses with a two punch combination.
Liddell pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Meridius closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Liddell! Meridius dives in looking to finish! Liddell is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maximus Meridius!
A relieved looking Maximus Meridius thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Spider Machida (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tyson Pumperknickle (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys are coming into the fight with injuries so let's see if that has a bearing on the fight. Spider Machida has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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26
212 lbs
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277 lbs
7 - 7 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Spider Machida!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Tyson Pumperknickle!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Yves DeLean and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Machida connects with a body shot.
Pumperknickle shoots in for a takedown but Machida shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pumperknickle has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Machida scores with a hook to the body. Pumperknickle takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Machida cracks a nice hook into Pumperknickle's ribs.
A punch combination from Pumperknickle misses.
Pumperknickle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Machida misses with a head kick.
Pumperknickle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machida.
Machida is breathing heavily.
Machida connects with an inside leg kick.
Machida throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machida scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Machida misses the shot to the body.
Machida bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machida tries to clinch but Pumperknickle moves out of range.
Machida wants to clinch up but Pumperknickle keeps it at a distance.
Pumperknickle ducks under a wild hook from Machida.
Pumperknickle lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Machida throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pumperknickle walks into a stiff left hand from Machida.
Machida waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pumperknickle.
Machida tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pumperknickle was well out of range. Poor timing from Machida.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pumperknickle lands with a straight right. Machida didn't see that one coming.
Machida throws a leg kick but Pumperknickle sees it coming and moves out of range.
Pumperknickle throws a big shot that misses.
Pumperknickle misses with a hook.
Machida lunges at Pumperknickle with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pumperknickle's hand.
Machida throws a looping overhand right but Pumperknickle ducks down to avoid it.
Pumperknickle throws an off balance right hand
letting Machida counter with a right hand.
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!
Machida swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pumperknickle misses with a hook. Machida ducked under it nicely.
Pumperknickle throws out a loose jab but Machida uses good head movement to avoid it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machida connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Pumperknickle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pumperknickle swats away the attempt to clinch by Machida.
Pumperknickle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Spider Machida seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machida misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pumperknickle.
Machida moves out of range of the strikes.
Pumperknickle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machida.
Pumperknickle connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Machida pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Machida. No joy for Pumperknickle on that attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pumperknickle darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Machida is looking to control Pumperknickle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Machida avoid being mounted?
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pumperknickle lands a nice short elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spider Machida dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Horrible takedown by Pumperknickle or perhaps it was just good defense by Machida which made him look bad.
Machida shoots in but Pumperknickle avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Pumperknickle dives in and grabs Machida's left leg, looking for a takedown. Machida pushes down on Pumperknickle's head and hops out.
Machida throws a series of punches but Pumperknickle moves out of range.
Horrible takedown by Pumperknickle or perhaps it was just good defense by Machida which made him look bad.
Spider Machida has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyson Pumperknickle.
Pumperknickle shoots in for a takedown but Machida shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Pumperknickle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machida counters with a good low kick that Pumperknickle was not able to check.
Pumperknickle looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Machida is fending him off so far but Pumperknickle persists. Nope, Machida circles away and we're back to standing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jab by Pumperknickle.
Spider Machida is winning the standup battle so far.
Machida fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pumperknickle on the side of the head.
Machida pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slow jab from Pumperknickle misses its intended target.
Machida misses with a body kick.
Pumperknickle shoots in for a takedown but Machida shows good takedown defense.
Pumperknickle 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.
Machida misses with a wild body shot.
Machida is looking to score with low kicks.
Machida takes a swing at Pumperknickle's ribcage but misses.
Machida gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Pumperknickle.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pumperknickle avoids the body shot from Machida.
Pumperknickle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machida.
Pumperknickle tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Machida is able to avoid easily.
Machida steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pumperknickle.
Pumperknickle tries to score a power double leg takedown but Machida sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pumperknickle somewhat.
Pumperknickle misses with a hook
letting Machida counter with a right hand.
Machida tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pumperknickle was well out of range. Poor timing from Machida.
Machida is looking to wear down Pumperknickle with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nice sprawl there from Machida as Pumperknickle shoots in.
Pumperknickle works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Machida ducks under a wild hook from Pumperknickle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pumperknickle walks into a left hand.
Machida throws a hook to the side of Pumperknickle's head but Pumperknickle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pumperknickle loads up on a big right hand but Machida slips the punch.
Pumperknickle fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Machida throws a head kick that misses.
Nice defenses there by Machida.
Machida lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Machida.
Pumperknickle fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Machida misses with a body kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pumperknickle misses with a lunging right hand
and Machida counters with a nice body shot.
Pumperknickle misses with a takedown attempt - Machida sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Machida throws a head kick but Pumperknickle moves out of range.
Pumperknickle motions for Machida to come forward. Pumperknickle throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Machida throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pumperknickle scores with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot by Pumperknickle.
Pumperknickle shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Machida sprawls well. Machida wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pumperknickle gets slowly back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Spider Machida will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Machida takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pumperknickle has a takedown stuffed.
Machida comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Machida lets loose with a powerful body kick. Pumperknickle will feel that in the morning.
Machida pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machida with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Machida scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pumperknickle ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pumperknickle is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Machida's half guard.
Pumperknickle looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Machida with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pumperknickle perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pumperknickle throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pumperknickle slips a nice elbow through Machida's hands, connecting with Machida's forehead.
Tyson Pumperknickle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pumperknickle works his way into side control.
Pumperknickle has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Check out the look on Pumperknickle's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pumperknickle is chipping away with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machida is trying to escape the position but Pumperknickle is controlling the position.
Pumperknickle working the ground and pound but Machida is defending the strikes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machida takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pumperknickle trying to control the position but Machida is working away.
Pumperknickle lands some shots froms side control.
Pumperknickle works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ground and pound from Pumperknickle seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Pumperknickle scores with a couple of short elbows.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pumperknickle tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Machida avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Pumperknickle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tyson Pumperknickle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Machida 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spider Machida!
A very excited looking Spider Machida made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Marlo Mouzone (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bob Parker (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mouzone has a slight injury, which hopefully won't affect the fight too much. Marlo Mouzone has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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30
247 lbs
13 - 12 - 0 |
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26
275 lbs
11 - 12 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Marlo Mouzone!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Bob Parker!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Gregory Folan and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice shot by Parker.
Parker shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Parker is trying to control. Mouzone wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Parker wants to pass the guard but Mouzone is defending well.
Parker is trying to work for a kimura but Mouzone is defending well.
Parker is taking a breather. Mouzone says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mouzone keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Parker lands with a punch from half guard.
Still in half guard, Parker seems content to control.
Parker wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mouzone keeps working.
Mouzone is breathing heavily.
Parker thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mouzone's head.
Parker controlling the pace.
Mouzone tries to roll over but Parker keeps him under control.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Bob Parker hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Parker cracks Mouzone with an open hand slap.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mouzone gets tackled into the cage by Parker. Parker maintains the clinch.
Mouzone tries to score a body lock takedown but Parker shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Parker pushes Mouzone back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mouzone is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Parker is trying to drag Mouzone to the mat but Mouzone just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Mouzone tries to score a body lock takedown but Parker shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marlo Mouzone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mouzone is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Parker is defending well.
Parker is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Mouzone gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mouzone is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Parker gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Parker tries for a takedown. No joy.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mouzone.
Parker is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mouzone pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mouzone looking to stall.
Parker drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Still in the clinch, Parker scores with a nice short uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Parker has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mouzone after a bit of a struggle.
Parker successfully pulls guard.
Parker looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mouzone passes into side control.
Parker is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Mouzone off and has taken his back!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Parker sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Mouzone taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bob Parker!
During a confident post fight interview, Bob Parker thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Drake Vonstein (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Cleveland Brown (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Vonstein comes to the cage accompanied by Seether - Remedy. The crowd seem to be enjoying Brown's choice of entrance music: Cleveland Brown Rap. Brown has a niggling injury. He would have liked to come in 100% fit but that's not always possible. Cleveland Brown has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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31
200 lbs
13 - 11 - 1 |
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31
241 lbs
23 - 8 - 1 |
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Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 11 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Drake Vonstein!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
23 - 8 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Cleveland Brown!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Robert Douchet and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brown misses with a head kick.
Vonstein scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Brown lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Vonstein throws a shot from downtown. Brown moves away and avoids it.
Vonstein shoots in and gets a takedown into Brown's guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Vonstein wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Vonstein is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Brown is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Brown looks gassed!
Vonstein loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Vonstein thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Vonstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vonstein controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Vonstein content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Vonstein in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vonstein in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vonstein wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Vonstein thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vonstein drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Brown manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Vonstein has Brown in his guard.
Vonstein has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Vonstein looking to control.
Vonstein escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brown gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Vonstein doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vonstein is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brown defends well.
Vonstein has his foot on Brown's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brown works his way back into a safe position though.
Brown slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Vonstein.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brown trying to control from half guard but Vonstein is working away.
Vonstein looking for submissions off his back.
Vonstein moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Drake Vonstein dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
No luck for Vonstein with that takedown attempt.
Brown slaps away a takedown attempt from Vonstein, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Vonstein finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Vonstein tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Brown swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Drake Vonstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brown wants to clinch up but Vonstein keeps it at a distance.
Brown lands a jab.
Vonstein shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Vonstein looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vonstein wants to work for an arm triangle but Brown is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Vonstein sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Brown defending well though.
Vonstein missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Vonstein is trying to control the action in half guard but Brown is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brown is breathing heavily.
Vonstein is working for a kimura but Brown is defending it quite comfortably.
Vonstein is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Brown as he works his way to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vonstein wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Vonstein trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vonstein with a flurry of punches that miss.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vonstein postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Brown is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Vonstein, into his guard.
Brown must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Vonstein wants to sweep here but Brown controlling him for the moment.
Vonstein is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Brown rolls with it to try and escape but Vonstein cranks on the arm and Brown is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:01 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Drake Vonstein!
Drake Vonstein thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ville Kuukkeli (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Holden Rosenthal (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kuukkeli's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, a-ha - Take On Me. Rosenthal comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Rick Derringer - I Am a Real American kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Holden Rosenthal is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
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27
207 lbs
13 - 12 - 0 |
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27
220 lbs
21 - 10 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
Very strong |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Ville Kuukkeli!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
21 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Holden Rosenthal!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Steve Smith and Alec Ball.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rosenthal bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kuukkeli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuukkeli misses with a jab to the body
and Rosenthal counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Kuukkeli!
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Kuukkeli is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kuukkeli keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuukkeli is working hard here to advance position.
Rosenthal avoids the attempt from Kuukkeli to control.
Kuukkeli gets back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kuukkeli tries to get to full guard but Rosenthal has control of the leg.
Rosenthal passes to side control.
Kuukkeli is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rosenthal's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Kuukkeli manages to get to full guard.
Kuukkeli wants to sweep here but Rosenthal controlling him for the moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuukkeli is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rosenthal is aware though and is defending well.
Rosenthal avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kuukkeli manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Rosenthal is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuukkeli breaks from Rosenthal's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kuukkeli lands with some strikes.
Rosenthal wants to control but Kuukkeli is having none of it.
Kuukkeli thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Kuukkeli looking to finish Rosenthal with some ground and pound. This is bad for Rosenthal!
Kuukkeli landing strikes from the mount and Rosenthal is in trouble!
Kuukkeli can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rosenthal is looking to escape.
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!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kuukkeli lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Kuukkeli misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Kuukkeli prevents Rosenthal from getting the reversal.
Kuukkeli wants to control the pace but Rosenthal is squirming around nicely.
Kuukkeli unloading with bombs!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kuukkeli looking to ground and pound but Rosenthal is blocking nicely.
Rosenthal is trying to escape the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ville Kuukkeli dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Kuukkeli shoots in but Rosenthal avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kuukkeli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rosenthal manages to avoid it.
Rosenthal shoots for a double leg takedown but Kuukkeli sprawls well. He's pushed Rosenthal's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rosenthal shoots in looking for a takedown but Kuukkeli manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rosenthal's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rosenthal changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kuukkeli tries to avoid it but Rosenthal manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kuukkeli to the ground. Kuukkeli escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ville Kuukkeli has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Holden Rosenthal.
Kuukkeli fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Rosenthal sprawls well initially but Kuukkeli persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kuukkeli trying to control the action but Rosenthal is working from the bottom.
Kuukkeli is pressing down on Rosenthal's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rosenthal is holding on for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kuukkeli thows a huge punch but Rosenthal dodges it nicely.
Rosenthal is breathing heavily.
Kuukkeli wants to pass the guard but Rosenthal is defending well.
Kuukkeli seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rosenthal does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kuukkeli frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kuukkeli landing strikes, looking to finish!
Kuukkeli is landing with some decent strikes but Rosenthal is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Kuukkeli tries to control but Rosenthal wriggling away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuukkeli with good strikes from the mount here!
Kuukkeli wants to control the pace but Rosenthal is squirming around nicely.
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!
Kuukkeli raining down shots from the mount!
Kuukkeli lands a nice shot to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rosenthal is squirming around, avoiding Kuukkeli's attempts to control the action.
Kuukkeli sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Kuukkeli pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Rosenthal in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kuukkeli breaks from Rosenthal's wrist control and lands an elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuukkeli scoring with strikes but Rosenthal is staying in there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rosenthal wants to control but Kuukkeli is having none of it.
Kuukkeli lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Rosenthal hang on?
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The referee warns Rosenthal that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kuukkeli working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Rosenthal is rocked!
Kuukkeli is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Rosenthal is still in real trouble! Can Kuukkeli finish him?
Kuukkeli trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kuukkeli breaks from Rosenthal's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Rosenthal is squirming around, avoiding Kuukkeli's attempts to control the action.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Kuukkeli lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ville Kuukkeli dominated that second round.
That's time! Kuukkeli's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Kuukkeli tries to clinch but Rosenthal is having none of it.
Rosenthal seems to have recovered his senses.
Kuukkeli connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rosenthal. Rosenthal circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rosenthal throws a head kick but Kuukkeli moves out of range.
Kuukkeli moves out of range of the body kick from Rosenthal.
Good standup being displayed there by Kuukkeli as he connects with a hook.
Rosenthal lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kuukkeli shoots in for a double leg but Rosenthal sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kuukkeli throws out a powerful jab.
Kuukkeli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rosenthal moves away.
Kuukkeli throws a head kick that half lands.
Rosenthal takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rosenthal fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kuukkeli to the ground. Rosenthal is now in Kuukkeli's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rosenthal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kuukkeli has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rosenthal has managed to get both his arms back between Kuukkeli's legs - danger averted.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kuukkeli tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kuukkeli looking to control.
Ville Kuukkeli overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rosenthal is working Kuukkeli over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kuukkeli lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Rosenthal!
Kuukkeli looking to ground and pound but Rosenthal is blocking nicely.
Holden Rosenthal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuukkeli throws some wild stikes that Rosenthal manages to avoid easily.
Kuukkeli scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Kuukkeli looking to control but Rosenthal is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kuukkeli pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Kuukkeli scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rosenthal?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rosenthal is in a horrible position here. Kuukkeli smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Kuukkeli throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuukkeli raining down hammerfists from mount.
Kuukkeli sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Kuukkeli lands with some strikes.
Kuukkeli putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The referee warns Rosenthal that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kuukkeli lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuukkeli postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Rosenthal in real trouble here! The ref calls for Rosenthal to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:03 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ville Kuukkeli!
Ville Kuukkeli is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Ville Kuukkeli thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Olivier De Troyer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Punchy McPunches (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). De Troyer comes to the cage accompanied by Jay Z - Run This Town. 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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32
278 lbs
26 - 19 - 0 |
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30
323 lbs
19 - 13 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
KO power |
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World class boxer
Powerful |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
26 - 19 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Olivier De Troyer!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
19 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Punchy McPunches!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Ian Loll and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McPunches scores with a jab to the head.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McPunches lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and De Troyer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from De Troyer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
De Troyer ducks under a wild hook from McPunches.
McPunches misses with an uppercut. De Troyer saw that one coming.
De Troyer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McPunches bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
De Troyer scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McPunches fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Troyer manages to avoid it.
De Troyer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McPunches throws out the jab.
McPunches takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McPunches looks gassed!
McPunches swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
De Troyer delivers a nice body kick.
That kick from De Troyer tenderised McPunches's leg. McPunches is trying to keep his angry face on.
De Troyer scores with a decent looking hook.
De Troyer takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Troyer circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops McPunches to the canvas! McPunches doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - De Troyer keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Olivier De Troyer!
Our winner, Olivier De Troyer, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sean ORiordan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tiago Silvain (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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26
292 lbs
21 - 13 - 0 |
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25
246 lbs
18 - 7 - 0 |
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World class boxer
Cardio machine |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
21 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Sean ORiordan!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
18 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Tiago Silvain!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Gregory Folan and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A kick lands to the mid section there for Silvain.
ORiordan throws a jab when Silvain was well out of range.
Silvain throws a head kick that ORiordan semi-blocks.
It looks like Sean ORiordan has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
ORiordan has a takedown stuffed.
Silvain is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by ORiordan.
Silvain lands a big head kick that sends ORiordan tumbling to the mat! Silvain takes a step backwards and waves ORiordan back to his feet - he wants the finish!
ORiordan is rocked!
Silvain seems to be stalking ORiordan here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastatic head kick! ORiordan drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Tiago Silvain! Tiago Silvain retains his heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Tiago Silvain thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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