KOTC: Hilo 170 showcase PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Drop The Hammer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Liha Rekka (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The Hammer comes to the cage accompanied by Jag - MC Hammer. Liha Rekka will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.

The Hammer
vs
Rekka

185 cm
25
210 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

202 cm
20
220 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

Decent wrestler
Solid boxing
Big right hand

BJJ White Belt
Dangerous knees
Determined

Rebel Pride Clothing. Everything in STOCK $5

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Drop The Hammer!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Liha Rekka!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Ryoma Takatsuka and Josh West.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rekka lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rekka moves out of range of the strikes.
Rekka connects with a leg kick. The Hammer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Jab by The Hammer.
A head kick misses from Rekka.
Rekka dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on The Hammer. That did some damage!
The Hammer lands a jab-cross combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab lands there for The Hammer.
Nice body kick from Rekka.
Rekka scores with a nice body kick.
Rekka scores with a leg kick.
Rekka slips a jab from The Hammer.
Rekka connects with a high kick.
Rekka fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rekka lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.

It looks like Drop The Hammer has been cut.
The Hammer throws out a loose jab but Rekka uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rekka misses with a hook.
Rekka tries to clinch up but The Hammer circles away and keeps his distance.
Rekka throws a hook to the side of The Hammer's head but The Hammer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rekka thuds his shin into the meat of The Hammer's side.
Rekka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The Hammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The Hammer circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rekka thumps The Hammer with a low kick.
Rekka throws a head kick that The Hammer semi-blocks.
The Hammer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Good leg kick by Rekka there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The Hammer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rekka turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rekka blocks a jab.
Rekka moves in looking to clinch but The Hammer pushes him off.
Rekka fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and The Hammer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rekka dodges the punch combination from The Hammer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Hammer misses with an uppercut. Rekka saw that one coming.
Rekka fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rekka bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The Hammer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rekka cracks the inside of The Hammer's front leg.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rekka throws a head kick that misses.
The Hammer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rekka.
Both fighters circling a little - Rekka finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
The Hammer is breathing heavily.
Rekka scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rekka throws a head kick that The Hammer semi-blocks.
Rekka throws a quick inside leg kick.
The Hammer throws a lazy right hand but Rekka sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The Hammer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rekka.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rekka.
Rekka thows a body kick. The Hammer tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Rekka dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on The Hammer. That did some damage!
Rekka lands with a slapping head kick.
Rekka tries to close the distance and clinch but The Hammer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rekka connects with a leg kick. The Hammer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Rekka lands with a slapping head kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Rekka.
Liha Rekka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rekka scores with a head kick.
The Hammer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The Hammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The Hammer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rekka slips under a jab.
A solid body kick from Rekka.
Rekka displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The Hammer throws out the jab.
The Hammer misses with a hook. Rekka ducked under it nicely.
Rekka scores with a spinning back kick!
The Hammer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rekka manages to avoid it.

The Hammer tries to keep at a distance but Rekka has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rekka looking to stall.
Rekka tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and The Hammer avoids it.
The Hammer takes a knee to the side of the body.
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!
The Hammer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rekka connects with a knee to the head.
Rekka throws an elbow but it misses.
Rekka is trying to stall.
Rekka scores with a knee to the head.
A knee to the head by Rekka.
Rekka crunches a lovely knee into The Hammer's ribcage.
The Hammer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rekka is trying to stall.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Rekka is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. The Hammer is defending well for now.
Rekka lands a good knee to the midsection. The Hammer won't want to take too many of those.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Liha Rekka dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Drop The Hammer's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Rekka lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.

Rekka darts in and clinches The Hammer up against the cage.
Rekka connects with a nasty looking knee right to The Hammer's face.
The Hammer letting Rekka take a breather here.
Rekka lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Rekka blocks a body shot from The Hammer.
The Hammer struggles to land a body shot inside as Rekka controls his hands.
Rekka connects with a nasty looking knee right to The Hammer's face.
Rekka lands a nice knee to the body.
Rekka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with The Hammer's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Rekka using the Thai plumb to throw knees but The Hammer has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rekka tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
The Hammer tries to circle away but Rekka has him pinned against the cage.
Rekka with a knee to the head.

Drop The Hammer's cut is getting worse.
Rekka connects with a knee to the head.
Rekka misses with a knee to the head.
Rekka trying to stall but The Hammer improves his position.
Liha Rekka seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rekka tries to land knees in the clinch but The Hammer avoids the damage to the body.
Rekka tries a knee to the head but The Hammer blocks it.
Rekka tries to land knees in the clinch but The Hammer avoids the damage to the body.
Rekka tries a knee to the head but he's missed.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The Hammer presses Rekka against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The Hammer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rekka taking a breather.
Rekka seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Rekka is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and The Hammer has denied him.
The Hammer lands a shot to the body.
Still in the clinch, The Hammer scores with a nice short uppercut.
The Hammer cracks Rekka with a nice body shot.
Rekka is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rekka blocks an uppercut.
The Hammer wants to break free but Rekka has control.
Rekka throws an elbow that misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rekka lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Rekka is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but The Hammer is keeping busy.
The Hammer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rekka has The Hammer pressed against the cage, preventing The Hammer from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Rekka looking to slow down the pace here.
Rekka tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Rekka is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. The Hammer is defending well for now.
The Hammer will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Rekka tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Rekka with an attempt at a knee that misses.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The Hammer wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rekka putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has The Hammer in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Rekka misses with a knee to the head.
The Hammer is trying to break the clinch but Rekka is controlling him.
The Hammer is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Rekka's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Rekka keeps control of The Hammer as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rekka tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Rekka is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. The Hammer is defending well for now.
The Hammer wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A shot in the inside from The Hammer.
The Hammer will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rekka up against the cage.
Rekka is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Liha Rekka showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Drop The Hammer's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Rekka tries a head kick but it misses.
Liha Rekka seems to be getting the better of the standup.

Rekka drives through and clinches with The Hammer against the cage.
The Hammer is trying to force a seperation but Rekka has the dominant position.
Rekka controlling the action here for a moment.
Rekka scores a nice knee to the body.
The Hammer scores with a shoulder strike.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
The Hammer wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rekka tries a knee to the head but The Hammer blocks it.
Rekka connects with a nasty looking knee right to The Hammer's face.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The Hammer dodges an elbow strike from Rekka.
The Hammer takes a knee right on the jaw!
Rekka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A frustrated look appears on The Hammer's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Rekka is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The Hammer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rekka connects with a nasty looking knee right to The Hammer's face.
Rekka tries a knee to the head but The Hammer blocks it.
Rekka throws a knee to the head but misses.
Rekka has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The referee calls for Rekka to work.
Rekka tries to stall but The Hammer uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Drop The Hammer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rekka creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Rekka controlling the action here for a moment.
Rekka looking to slow down the pace here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Liha Rekka.
A head kick from Rekka lands but The Hammer takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rekka throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Rekka - that will leave a mark!
Rekka throws a nice head kick!
The Hammer swings and misses with a hook to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rekka scores with a head kick. The Hammer tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
The Hammer throws a nice looking combination but Rekka bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

Rekka forces The Hammer back against the cage and clinches.
Rekka looking to stall.
Rekka tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and The Hammer avoids it.
A head punch on the inside from Rekka fails to land.
The Hammer is trying to push Rekka away but Rekka has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Rekka keeps control of The Hammer as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rekka unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The Hammer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rekka backwards.
Rekka using the Thai plumb to throw knees but The Hammer has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rekka is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Rekka working The Hammer over with knees to the body.
Rekka is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
The Hammer is trying to force a seperation but Rekka has the dominant position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rekka scores a nice knee to the body.
Rekka is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Rekka with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Rekka misses with an elbow strike.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rekka using the Thai plumb to throw knees but The Hammer has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Rekka connects with a nasty looking knee right to The Hammer's face.
Liha Rekka is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Rekka keeps the fight in the clinch, despite The Hammer's efforts to push away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Liha Rekka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rekka 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Liha Rekka!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between New Tall Guy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chancho Smith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Smith has chosen Method Man- I came to bring the pain as his entrance music. New Tall Guy has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Tall Guy
vs
Smith

150 cm
25
155 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

180 cm
26
146 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Determined

Fight Club Clothing est. 09™

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, New Tall Guy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Chancho Smith!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Josh West and Colin Fray.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Guy.

Smith drops Guy with a beautiful combination! Guy stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Smith is looking for the KO!

It looks like New Tall Guy has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Guy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Smith swinging wildly here.
Guy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Smith sprawls well. Smith wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Guy gets slowly back to his feet.
A leg kick checked by Guy.
Guy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Chancho Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Smith wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for New Tall Guy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Guy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.

Smith lands a left and a right that send Guy crashing to the mat, dazed. Smith thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!

Guy is rocked!

Smith gets a clinch.
Oh Guy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smith lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Smith struggles to land a body shot inside as Guy controls his hands.
A short left from Smith.
Smith pushes Guy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Guy jumps guard but Smith stands there with Guy around his waist. Guy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Smith unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Guy! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Smith is unloading with more strikes now! Guy drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chancho Smith!
After the big win, Chancho Smith made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Fight Club Clothing est. 09™ and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Chan Sung Jung (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Baz Karamba (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!

Sung Jung
vs
Karamba

188 cm
19
175 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

190 cm
24
177 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Solid chin

Hilo Clothing Co

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 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Chan Sung Jung!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Baz Karamba!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Josh West and Jeff Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sung Jung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Karamba manages to avoid it.

Karamba shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sung Jung napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Karamba in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Sung Jung is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Baz Karamba!
Baz Karamba very nearly forgot to thank Hilo Clothing Co amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
55%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Final Fight Guy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kaleo Ekewaka (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fight Guy comes to the cage accompanied by Adagio For Strings by DJ Tiesto. On his way into the cage it seems that Final Fight Guy has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Final Fight Guy seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?

Fight Guy
vs
Ekewaka

184 cm
27
186 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

185 cm
25
180 lbs
4 - 3 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Lethal high kicks
Very quick

ADCC Champion
Counter striker
Good gas tank

Steel Terror-Trition: Video Proven 160Q
Steel Terror-Trition: Video Proven 160Q

Fight Club Clothing est. 09™
Fight Club Clothing est. 09™

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 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Final Fight Guy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Kaleo Ekewaka !
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Josh West and Ryoma Takatsuka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fight Guy throws a wild body kick that Ekewaka sees coming a mile off.
Ekewaka checks a leg kick.
Fight Guy dips to his left and cracks Ekewaka with an uppercut!
Fight Guy shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ekewaka staying out of range there.
Fight Guy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ekewaka takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fight Guy scoring well with a low kick there.
Fight Guy chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Final Fight Guy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A leg kick checked by Ekewaka .

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fight Guy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fight Guy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ekewaka is able to avoid easily.
Ekewaka blocks the body kick.
Fight Guy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ekewaka is out of range and Fight Guy settles back down.
Ekewaka takes one on the chin but seems OK.

Fight Guy gets caught flat footed, as Ekewaka shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Ekewaka trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fight Guy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ekewaka on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Ekewaka drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Fight Guy manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ekewaka has Fight Guy in his guard.
Fight Guy won't allow Ekewaka to sweep him here.
Ekewaka is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

Ekewaka throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Ekewaka working for a triangle but Fight Guy defends it easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ekewaka manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fight Guy manages to get himself to full guard.
Fight Guy keeping full guard, as Ekewaka tries to pass.
Ekewaka postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

Ekewaka has gone for a leg lock! Fight Guy slips out almost immediately though and dives into Ekewaka 's guard.
Ekewaka looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Ekewaka is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

Ekewaka is working an open guard so Fight Guy takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Fight Guy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ekewaka takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fight Guy throws the kick towards the body but Ekewaka avoids it.
Fight Guy is looking to slow Ekewaka down with leg kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kaleo Ekewaka dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

An inside leg kick lands from Fight Guy.
Fight Guy stuffs the takedown attempt from Ekewaka . Ekewaka gets slowly back to his feet.
Fight Guy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fight Guy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Fight Guy scores with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Fight Guy.
Fight Guy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ekewaka checks a leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fight Guy misses with a low kick.
Ekewaka keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Final Fight Guy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fight Guy tries a head kick but it misses.
Fight Guy lands a head kick!
Fight Guy throws a big shot that misses.
Fight Guy throws a jab but it's blocked by Ekewaka .
Ekewaka takes a head kick and shrugs it off.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fight Guy defending well as Ekewaka loads up on a big left hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Fight Guy.
Fight Guy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A thudding body kick lands there by Fight Guy!
Fight Guy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fight Guy lands a glancing blow to the side of Ekewaka 's head.
Fight Guy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Fight Guy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ekewaka moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fight Guy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Final Fight Guy is winning the standup battle so far.
Ekewaka moves out of range of the body kick.
Ekewaka stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Fight Guy.
Fight Guy throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Ekewaka .
Fight Guy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ekewaka is out of range and Fight Guy settles back down.
Fight Guy fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ekewaka has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ekewaka shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fight Guy as he jumps to the side.
Ekewaka on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fight Guy lands a lovely overhand right.
Fight Guy connects with a leg kick. Ekewaka looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Fight Guy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fight Guy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fight Guy moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Final Fight Guy dominated that second round.
That's time! Fight Guy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Fight Guy throws a leg kick which misses Ekewaka 's front leg but catches the back leg as Ekewaka tries to avoid it.
Fight Guy scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Ekewaka on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Fight Guy moves out of range as Ekewaka strikes.
No luck for Ekewaka with that takedown attempt.
Fight Guy throws a quick inside leg kick.
Fight Guy lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fight Guy scores with a nice body kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Fight Guy.
A leg kick checked by Ekewaka .
Fight Guy scores with a jab.
Fight Guy throws a head kick but Ekewaka moves out of range.
Ekewaka moves out of range of the body kick.
Fight Guy thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Ekewaka if he has to take too many more of those.
Fight Guy feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ekewaka 's calf.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fight Guy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fight Guy misses with a low kick.
Fight Guy lands with a hook. Ekewaka tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ekewaka blocks the body kick.
Fight Guy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A head kick misses from Fight Guy.
Fight Guy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ekewaka is out of range and Fight Guy settles back down.
Ekewaka 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fight Guy tries a low kick but Ekewaka avoids it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fight Guy throws a wild body kick that Ekewaka sees coming a mile off.
Fight Guy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ekewaka avoids the head kick by Fight Guy.
Ekewaka misses with the combination.
Fight Guy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ekewaka checks a low kick from Fight Guy.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ekewaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fight Guy.
Fight Guy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekewaka .
Fight Guy throws a head kick but Ekewaka moves out of range.
Fight Guy misses with a hook. Ekewaka ducked under it nicely.
Fight Guy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fight Guy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fight Guy misses with the combination.
Fight Guy misses with a low kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Final Fight Guy showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Fight Guy 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 29:28
Judge Josh West scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Final Fight Guy!
Final Fight Guy thanked the fans post fight for their support.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
32%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Tim Riggins (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chester Molester (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chester Molester will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Riggins
vs
Molester

180 cm
21
170 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

182 cm
22
175 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

Decent wrestler
Basic striking
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Inexperienced

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 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Tim Riggins!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Chester Molester!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Roger Salmon and Paul Gruel.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Riggins drives through with a takedown into Molester's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Molester preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Riggins lands a couple of digs.
Molester wants to stand but Riggins is controlling the position.
Riggins throws a big elbow that misses.
Riggins throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Molester works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Riggins lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Molester preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

Riggins gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nice jab there from Molester.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Molester stuffs the takedown.

Riggins closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Molester's guard.
Riggins distracts Molester with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Riggins landing with the ground and pound.
Riggins working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Molester's head.
Riggins postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Riggins accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Riggins prevents Molester from getting back to his feet.
Riggins cracks Molester with a solid left hand.
Riggins postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Molester controls Riggins momentarily but Riggins frees himself.
Riggins trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Molester avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Riggins trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Riggins scores with a decent looking elbow strike.

Molester is looking for a triangle but Riggins pushes his legs off easily.
Riggins working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Riggins throws a big elbow that misses.
Riggins postures up in Molester's guard and throws a big left but Molester blocks it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Molester is looking to stand up but Riggins isn't so interested in that idea.
Molester looks gassed!
Riggins scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Riggins landing with the ground and pound.
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!
Molester utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Riggins postures up and lands a big shot to Molester's brow.
Riggins loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Riggins throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Riggins has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Riggins chips away with some ground and pound.
Riggins prevents Molester from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Riggins lands a couple of elbows.
Riggins is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Riggins with a nice head shot there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Riggins slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Riggins is chipping away with strikes.
Molester taking a bit of punishment here - Riggins scoring with strikes.
Molester 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.
Riggins works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Molester is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.

Riggins looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

Riggins is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Molester knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Riggins works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Riggins in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Riggins in side control lands a decent elbow.
Riggins landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Molester gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Riggins pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.

Molester is rocked!
Riggins lands a big elbow - Molester is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Molester is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Tim Riggins!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
66%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Jason Duval (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Steve Dowal (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Duval comes to the cage accompanied by HYFR. Jason Duval had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

Duval
vs
Dowal

177 cm
27
178 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

190 cm
19
179 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Experienced

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Powerful

TITAN

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 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jason Duval!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Steve Dowal!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Chris Saunders and Jeff Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Duval doesn't manage to clinch there - Dowal circles away.

Dowal closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dowal lands in his opponent's guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Dowal slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.

Dowal wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Duval, who protects the arm well.

Dowal tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Duval regains half guard, as Dowal was trying to land strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Dowal seems to be looking for submissions.
Duval is trying to stand up here but Dowal is controlling him well.
Dowal not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

Duval pushes Dowal off and gets back to his feet.
Duval swinging wildly here.

Dowal moves into the clinch successfully.
Dowal has Duval pushed against the cage.
Dowal jumps guard but Duval turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Duval is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Duval is trying to maintain a safe position but Dowal gets an underhook and turns Duval into the cage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dowal is trying to pull guard but Duval turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Duval tries to land knees in the clinch but Dowal avoids the damage to the body.
Duval trying to control the position but instead, Dowal has worked for underhooks and has pushed Duval into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duval misses with a knee strike.
Duval tries to land a knee to the head but Dowal blocks with his arms.
Duval is trying to maintain a safe position but Dowal gets an underhook and turns Duval into the cage.

Dowal has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Duval regains guard immediately.
Dowalis looking to pass into half guard but Duval pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Duval is in guard.
Dowal looking to hit a scissor sweep but Duval is one step ahead there.

Dowal has his foot on Duval's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Duval works his way back into a safe position though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Duval avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dowal looking to hit a scissor sweep but Duval is one step ahead there.

Dowal working for a triangle but Duval defends it easily.
Duval is looking to stand up but Dowal won't let him.

Dowal looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Duval passes into side control.
Dowal wants to control but Duval postures up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dowal tries to bench press Duval off him but Duval keeps the position.
Dowal tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Duval presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Dowal regains half guard.

Duval decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Dowal tries for a takedown but Duval sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jason Duval has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steve Dowal.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dowal shoots for a takedown but Duval saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Duval is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steve Dowal dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Dowal keeps the fight on the outside.
Dowal throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Duval's waist but Duval gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dowal off to one side.
Duval displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dowal.

Duval drops Dowal with a beautiful combination! Dowal stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Duval is looking for the KO!

Dowal is rocked!
Jason Duval is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
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!
Duval tries to close the distance and clinch but Dowal swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Duval throws a right hand that Dowal ducks under and follows up with a left that Dowal also avoids with ease.
Dowal shoots for a takedown but Duval saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Jason Duval has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steve Dowal.
Dowal avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dowal slips a jab and a cross from Duval.
Dowal fails with the takedown.
Duval swinging wildly here.
Duval tries to clinch up but Dowal circles away and keeps his distance.
Duval doesn't manage to clinch there - Dowal circles away.
Duval stuffs the takedown attempt from Dowal. Dowal gets slowly back to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Duval tries to clinch up.
Duval uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dowal has time to react.
Dowal throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dowal dodges the punch combination from Duval.
Dowal closes this distance looking for a takedown but Duval circles away.
Sloppy strikes from Duval. Those never looked like landing.
Duval is looking to clinch but Dowal is avoiding it.
Dowal avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Duval leaves Dowal with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.

Duval moves into the clinch successfully.
Dowal on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Duval tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dowal avoids it.
Dowal is looking to take this one to the mat.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dowal working hard to break the clinch.
Dowal tries to pull guard but Duval holds him up against the cage and eventually Dowal drops back down to his feet.
Duval looking to slow down the pace here.

Dowal has clasped his hands together around Duval's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Duval pushes Dowal away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dowal gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Dowal working the ground and pound from side control.

Dowal is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Duval has escaped the position, nice work there.

Dowal looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

Dowal is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Duval is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Dowal looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

Dowal is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Duval knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

Dowal working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dowal fails to land a wild elbow strike.

Dowal is trying to get an arm triangle but Duval is defending well.
Duval wants to get back to his feet.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Dowal tries for a kimura but Duval is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Duval dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

A head kick misses from Dowal.

Dowal closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Duval's guard.
Duval wants to stand and escape but Dowal is having none of it.
Steve Dowal has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dowal wants to pass the guard but Duval is keeping the position.
Dowal trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

Dowal is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Duval is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Duval has escaped and now he's on top!
Dowal is trying to control the position but Duval postures up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Duval wants to control from the top but Dowal keeps moving.

Dowal throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Duval might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.

Dowal had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Duval defends it easily.

Dowal looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

Dowal is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Duval is aware though and is defending well.

Dowal looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Dowal is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Duval defends well.
Dowal takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

Dowal is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Duval defends well.

Duval avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dowal has a closed guard, preventing Duval from standing up.

Dowal looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dowal keeping moving, preventing Duval from controlling successfully.
Duval postures up.

Duval got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dowal has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Duval has managed to get both his arms back between Dowal's legs - danger averted.

Dowal working for a triangle but Duval defends it easily.
Duval looking to sit in guard and control but Dowal gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Dowal drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Duval manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dowal has Duval in his guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Duval wants to control from the top but Dowal keeps moving.
Dowal controls Duval momentarily but Duval frees himself.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Duval passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Steve Dowal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dowal 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steve Dowal!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
73%

Undercard bout

Co-main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Johnny Walters (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sergio Nunes (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Nunes has chosen Rammstein - Sonne (Trumpdisco Remix) as his entrance music. Johnny Walters could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Sergio Nunes's chin.

Walters
vs
Nunes

190 cm
19
179 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

188 cm
24
178 lbs
1 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Good low kicks
Powerful

TITAN
Hilo Clothing Co

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 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Johnny Walters!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Sergio Nunes!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Colin Fray and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nunes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Walters.
Nunes looks to score with a jab to the body but Walters is just out of range.
Walters takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nunes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Walters was well out of range. Poor timing from Nunes.
Nunes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nunes moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nunes jabs Walters right on the nose. Walters blinks but takes it well.
Nunes connects with a high kick.
Nunes throws a hook but Walters blocks it.
Nunes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Walters fails with a takedown attempt.
Walters shoots in but no luck this time.

Walters drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Walters wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nunes keeps working.
Nunes is looking to reverse the position.

Walters is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nunes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

Walters tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Walters has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

Walters is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nunes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nunes struggling a bit here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Walters tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nunes's legs.

Walters is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nunes has escaped the position, nice work there.
Walters works to advance to full mount. Nunes defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.

Walters goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Nunes is on top in guard.

Walters looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nunes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Walters swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nunes is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.

The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Walters working for a triangle but Nunes defends it easily.

Walters is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nunes defends well.

Walters has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nunes can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nunes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Walters swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nunes controlling from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Walters is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nunes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nunes must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Nunes got a little sloppy there for a moment and Walters has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nunes has managed to get both his arms back between Walters's legs - danger averted.
Nunes throws a big right hand that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Walters dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Walters shoots in but no luck this time.
Nunes throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nunes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sergio Nunes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nunes walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Walters checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Walters uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nunes.
Nunes connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Walters momentarily.
Walters takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Walters uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nunes.

Walters gets a takedown into half guard.
Nunes tries to get to full guard but Walters has control of the leg.

Walters is looking for a kimura here.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Walters is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nunes defends it well.

Walters is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nunes avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Walters.

Walters is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nunes defends it well.
Johnny Walters overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nunes is refusing to be controlled, as Walters sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Walters is looking for a kimura but Nunes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Walters to get the leverage.
Nunes really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Walters. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nunes is trying to stand back up but Walters is controlling him
Nunes is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Walters's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Walters's back!
Walters manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nunes's guard. Nice work there by Walters.
Walters pushing down on Nunes's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Nunes wants to get back to full guard.

Walters is looking for a kimura here.
Walters sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nunes defending well though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nunes tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Walters has advanced to mount. Uh oh.

Walters is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Nunes can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Walters trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nunes working to try and regain half guard.
Nunes is just holding on here. Walters manages to take his back.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Nunes preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Walters.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Walters looking for the choke from the back.
Nunes has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Walters has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Nunes looking very determined here, making life difficult for Walters.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Nunes is really stuck here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Walters dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Nunes looks to score with a jab to the body but Walters is just out of range.
Walters shoots in but no luck this time.
Walters shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nunes sprawls well. Nunes wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Walters gets slowly back to his feet.
Nunes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nunes scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nunes looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A shot to the liver by Nunes. Beautiful body shot.
Walters shoots in for a double leg but Nunes sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Walters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Walters shoots in looking for a takedown. Nunes tries to sprawl out of it but Walters keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nunes manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Walters shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nunes as he avoids it easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nunes digs a good hook to Walters's body.
Nunes cracks Walters with a right hand to the side of the head.
A jab from Nunes does it's job there.
Sergio Nunes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Walters shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Nunes counter with a right hand.
Nunes punishes Walters's body with a nice straight punch.
Nunes jabs Walters right on the nose. Walters blinks but takes it well.
Nunes lands with a nice body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Walters looks for a takedown but Nunes sprawls well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Walters blocks a head kick by Nunes.
Sergio Nunes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johnny Walters is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Walters slips under a jab from Nunes.
Walters shoots in looking for a takedown. Nunes tries to sprawl out of it but Walters keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nunes manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nunes is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Walters rather than just go for the knockout.
Nunes stuns Walters with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Walters takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Walters takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nunes lands with a shot to the body.
Nunes cracks a nice hook into Walters's ribs.
Nunes throws a shot from downtown. Walters moves away and avoids it.
Walters on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nunes changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nunes is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Walters throws a head kick that misses.
Nunes is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nunes scores with a shot to the body.
Nunes misses the jab.
Walters shoots in for a takedown but Nunes shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nunes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Walters blocks a jab.
Walters keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Walters takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nunes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nunes cracks a nice hook into Walters's ribs.
Nunes lands with an uppercut that bounces Walters off the cage and back into range.
Nunes changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sergio Nunes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Walters avoids the body shot from Nunes.
Walters takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Walters on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nunes lands a body shot.
Nunes scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nunes throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Walters.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Nunes lands with a shot to the body.
Johnny Walters is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nunes digs a good body shot into Walters's ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergio Nunes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Walters 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 28:28
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
80%

Main event

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Chersen Lebeng (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jason Boma (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Boma is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Shocking Lemon - Under Star. Chersen Lebeng has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Lebeng
vs
Boma

173 cm
24
145 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

162 cm
27
142 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
Good gas tank

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Chersen Lebeng!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Jason Boma!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Josh West and Micheangelo Fripello.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A shot to the liver by Boma. Beautiful body shot.
Boma connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lebeng closes the distance looking to clinch

and Boma counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Boma.
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.
Lebeng working a defensive guard here.
Boma is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boma's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

That's one minute gone in the round.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Jason Boma hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Lebeng misses with a takedown attempt

and Boma counters with a takedown into side control.
Boma working the ground and pound.
Boma content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Let's hope that Boma has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.

Jason Boma has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Lebeng shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Boma counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boma lands a glancing blow to the side of Lebeng's head.
Lebeng looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lebeng has his takedown stuffed
and Boma counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chersen Lebeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lebeng shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Boma makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lebeng with a poor takedown
and Boma counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Boma misses with a two punch combination.
Boma swings for the body but Lebeng moves out of range.
Good shot there by Boma.

Boma shoots in and bounces Lebeng off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Boma preventing the sweep.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boma wants to pass the guard but Lebeng is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boma showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Boma is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lebeng is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lebeng has escaped and now he's on top!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Boma dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Lebeng fails with the takedown
and Boma counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lebeng throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lebeng shoots and misses
and Lebeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boma misses the shot to the body.
Boma lands a nice hook to Lebeng's body. Lebeng takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Boma just misses with a punch to the body.
Lebeng gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Boma counters with a right hand to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chersen Lebeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boma scores with a jab to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lebeng keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lebeng fails with the takedown
letting Boma counter with a right hand.
Boma takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Boma swings for the body but Lebeng moves out of range.
Boma lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Boma fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Boma misses the shot to the body.
Lebeng doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Boma fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lebeng looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boma rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lebeng moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Boma jabs Lebeng to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boma waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lebeng.
Boma just misses with a punch to the body.
Lebeng tries for a takedown but Boma circles away easily
and Boma counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lebeng thinking.
Lebeng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boma.
Boma lands a nice hook to Lebeng's body. Lebeng takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Chersen Lebeng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lebeng moves away from the strike by Boma.
Boma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lebeng was well out of range. Poor timing from Boma.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Boma lands a nice shot to the body.
Lebeng with a poor takedown

and Boma counters with a shoot takedown. Lebeng fights it but they end up in guard.
Boma trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boma wants to control from the top but Lebeng keeps moving.
Boma is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lebeng will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Jason Boma was stalling too much, according to the referee.

Boma gets a takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lebeng is trying to stand.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Boma looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Boma showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Lebeng moves forwards but Boma connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jab by Boma.
Lebeng slips under a jab.
Boma is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lebeng rather than just go for the knockout.
Lebeng tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Boma paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lebeng misses with a takedown
and Boma counters with a left to the body.
Boma has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lebeng fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lebeng gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily

and Boma counters with a shoot takedown. Lebeng fights it but they end up in guard.
Lebeng wants to sweep but no luck.
Boma must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Boma passes Lebeng's left leg - he's now in half guard.

Boma is working for a submission of some sort.
Boma is looking to advance position but Lebeng won't allow it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boma takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lebeng blocking the ground and pound attempt from Boma.
Boma is thwarting Lebeng's attempts to control the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Chersen Lebeng has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Boma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A punch combination from Boma misses.
Jason Boma is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lebeng shoots and misses
and Boma counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lebeng thinking.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chersen Lebeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lebeng misses with a takedown
and Boma connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boma's corner calls for a 1-2. Boma obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lebeng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boma.
Boma stalks Lebeng and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lebeng's face. Lebeng staggers backwards, shaken.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Lebeng. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Boma throws a body punch but Lebeng moves out of range.
Chersen Lebeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lebeng ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boma swinging wildly here.
Lebeng showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Boma.
Jason Boma seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lebeng with a poor takedown
and Boma counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lebeng gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily

and Boma counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boma seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jason Boma comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Boma 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jason Boma!
During a confident post fight interview, Jason Boma thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.