TDCL 34- Dethroning a Champion PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Manu Crixus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mikko Ruutu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Crixus
vs
Ruutu

191 cm
20
210 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

195 cm
28
205 lbs
7 - 3 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Very strong

BJJ Blue Belt
Good kicks
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Manu Crixus!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Mikko Ruutu!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Micheangelo Fripello and Jeff Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Crixus misses with a double jab.
Manu Crixus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ruutu tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Crixus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ruutu shoots for a double leg takedown but Crixus sprawls well. He's pushed Ruutu's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Crixus throws a right and a left that both miss.
Crixus throws a combination that misses
and Ruutu makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Crixus really felt that one!
Crixus misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ruutu counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Crixus stalks Ruutu and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ruutu's face. Ruutu staggers backwards, shaken.
Ruutu takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
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!
A swing and a miss from Crixus.
Ruutu misses with a few strikes there.
Ruutu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Crixus.
Crixus catches Ruutu with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Crixus throws a right hand that misses
and Ruutu counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Crixus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.

It looks like Mikko Ruutu has been cut.
Crixus avoids the head kick by Ruutu.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Crixus misses with a few strikes there.
Ruutu misses with a few strikes there.
Manu Crixus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ruutu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Crixus punishes Ruutu's body with a nice straight punch.
A shot to the liver by Crixus. Beautiful body shot.
Crixus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ruutu moves away.
Crixus lands with a nice combination. Ruutu backs away looking to recover.
Crixus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ruutu counters with a series of strikes. Crixus will be more careful next time no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Crixus throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ruutu counters with a series of strikes. Crixus will be more careful next time no doubt.

Crixus is rocked!
Are you kidding me?! Ruutu ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Crixus clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mikko Ruutu!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
88%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Joe Satriani (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Damian Roshan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Satriani comes to the cage accompanied by Satch Boogie. Joe Satriani could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Damian Roshan's chin.

Satriani
vs
Roshan

180 cm
30
180 lbs
15 - 9 - 0

190 cm
34
182 lbs
22 - 12 - 2

BJJ Purple Belt
Great low kicks
KO power

Good takedowns
Good kicks
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 15 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Joe Satriani!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 22 - 12 - 2, fighting out of Hilo, Damian Roshan!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Roger Salmon and Jeff Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Satriani misses with an attempted mid kick.
Satriani pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Satriani gets off balance looking for a body kick

and Roshan counters by moving into the clinch.

Roshan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joe Satriani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Satriani misses with a body kick.
Satriani throws a head kick but Roshan moves out of range.
Satriani throws a head kick that misses

and Roshan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Roshan.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Satriani wants to stand up but Roshan is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Satriani preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Roshan with a flurry of punches that miss.
Roshan looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Roshan throws an elbow that misses. Satriani uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Roshan's guard. Nice move by Satriani!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Roshan working a defensive guard here.

The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Damian Roshan wasn't active enough on the ground.
Satriani throws a lazy body kick

and Roshan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Roshan wants to work for an arm triangle but Satriani is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

Roshan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Satriani defends it well.
Satriani tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Roshan manages to move to mount!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Satriani is trying to stand up.
Roshan looking to finish Satriani with some ground and pound. This is bad for Satriani!
Roshan is landing with some decent strikes but Satriani is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roshan thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roshan throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Roshan throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roshan wants to control the pace but Satriani is squirming around nicely.

Roshan jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Satriani is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Satriani and Roshan has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Roshan wants to control but Satriani is keeping him busy.

Roshan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Satriani has escaped the position, nice work there.
Roshan postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Roshan sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Satriani is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Roshan working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Roshan landing strikes.
Satriani regains half guard, as Roshan was trying to land strikes.
Roshan missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damian Roshan dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Satriani misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Satriani throws a lazy head kick

and Roshan counters with a takedown into side control.

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

Roshan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Satriani is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Satriani dodges the ground and pound from Roshan.
Satriani defending against the ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Satriani tries to escape but Roshan is in control.

Roshan swings around for an armbar but Satriani sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Roshan's guard.
Roshan seems keen to control Satriani's posture.
Damian Roshan has got the better of the ground game so far.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Satriani misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Roshan wants to clinch.
Satriani throws a head kick that misses

and Roshan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Satriani's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Satriani utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Roshan throwing strikes from guard but Satriani blocks nicely.
Roshan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Satriani wants to stand but Roshan is controlling the position.
Roshan looking to sit in guard and control but Satriani gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Roshan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Roshan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roshan controlling the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.

The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Damian Roshan wasn't active enough on the ground.
Roshan misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Damian Roshan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Satriani scores with a head kick.

It looks like Damian Roshan has been cut.
Satriani looks to land a body kick but Roshan moved away.
Roshan lands a jab-cross combination.
Satriani tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick by Satriani misses

and Roshan counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Roshan.
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!
Satriani with an attempt at a knee that misses.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Satriani's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Satriani slaps away a takedown attempt from Roshan, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Satriani avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Roshan avoids the head kick by Satriani.
Satriani throws a head kick that misses
and Roshan counters with a left and a right that stings Satriani.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Decent striking displayed by Roshan there.
Satriani throws a lazy head kick

and Roshan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Satriani on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Roshan works his foot free and advances to mount.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Roshan punching from mount but Satriani doing a good job of avoiding damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damian Roshan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Damian Roshan's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Satriani throws a hook but Roshan avoids it easily.
A head kick by Satriani misses

and Roshan counters by moving into the clinch.
Satriani misses with a knee to the head.

Satriani breaks from the clinch.

Roshan shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Satriani is trying to defend but Roshan finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Well, if Roshan is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.

Roshan is working for a kimura but Satriani is defending it quite comfortably.
Roshan stalling away here and it's allowed Satriani to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Roshan looking to sit in guard and control but Satriani gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Roshan is controlling Satriani's posture.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Satriani stopping the sweep attempt from Roshan.
Roshan trying to keep a closed guard but Satriani is proving a slippery customer.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Damian Roshan.
Roshan fails with a takedown attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Satriani throws a head kick that misses.
Satriani misses with a body kick.
Roshan blocks a head kick by Satriani.
Satriani throws a head kick that misses
and Roshan counters with an inside leg kick.
Satriani throws a head kick but Roshan moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Satriani throws a lazy head kick

and Roshan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Roshan postures up in Satriani's guard and throws a big left but Satriani blocks it.
Roshan slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Roshan with a flurry of punches that miss.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Roshan looking to pass the guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Roshan with a flurry of punches that miss.
Roshan is looking to work some ground and pound but Satriani has wrist control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Roshan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

Roshan drives through with a takedown into Satriani's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damian Roshan really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Damian Roshan's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Satriani misses with a head kick.
Satriani throws a head kick that misses.
Satriani throws a lazy head kick
and Roshan counters with a leg kick.
Roshan fails with a takedown attempt.
A head kick misses from Satriani.

Roshan gets the takedown into side control.
Roshan fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Roshan lands a nice forearm strike.
Satriani is not content to let Roshan control the position.
Roshan throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Roshan working the ground and pound but Satriani is defending the strikes.
The ground and pound from Roshan seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Roshan trying to control the action but Satriani is working from the bottom.
Satriani taking punishment in the form of punches.

Roshan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Satriani knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Satriani avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Roshan.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
An elbow from Roshan crashes against the mat.
Satriani regains half guard there - taking advantage of Roshan's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.

Roshan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Satriani is just riding it out for now. Roshan eventually gives up the hold.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roshan throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Satriani to regain full guard.
Roshan missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Roshan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Satriani keeping moving, preventing Roshan from controlling successfully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Satriani preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Satriani working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Roshan.
Roshan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Roshan throwing strikes but missing.
Roshan postures up in Satriani's guard and throws a big left but Satriani blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damian Roshan dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Damian Roshan's cut.
That's time! 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.

Roshan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Roshan in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Satriani is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Roshan working the head with strikes.
Satriani wants to get back to his feet.
Roshan lands some shots froms side control.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - an gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Roshan working the body and head with strikes.
Satriani defending against the ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Roshan tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Roshan creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Satriani sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.

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

Roshan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Satriani, who protects the arm well.
Sloppy strikes there by Roshan.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

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

Roshan swings around for an armbar but Satriani sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Roshan's guard.

Roshan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Satriani gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Roshan is trying to hold Satriani in close to prevent damage but Satriani has managed to pass into half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roshan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Satriani wants to stand but Roshan has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Joe Satriani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

Satriani stands up out of the half guard.
Roshan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head kick by Satriani misses
and Roshan counters with a good, hard body kick but Satriani shrugs it off.
Roshan moves out of range of the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Damian Roshan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Roshan 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 45:50
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 45:50
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Damian Roshan!
Damian Roshan was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
69%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between António Maia (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jan Kowalsky (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Maia comes to the cage accompanied by It's a kind of magic by Queen. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Maia
vs
Kowalsky

189 cm
26
181 lbs
8 - 4 - 0

186 cm
27
178 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Granite chin

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Powerful

Happy Pills (Video Proof 159Q, $40)

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, António Maia!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jan Kowalsky!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Roger Salmon and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kowalsky misses with a looping left.
Kowalsky doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kowalsky throws a body punch but Maia moves out of range.
Maia throws a right and a left that Kowalsky avoids nicely.
Maia misses with an uppercut.
Kowalsky fails with an attempt to clinch.

Maia closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kowalsky quickly recovers to half guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Maia prevents Kowalsky from improving his position.
Maia trying to control from half guard but Kowalsky is working away.
Maia trying to mount his opponent but Kowalsky defends it.
Maia thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kowalsky is trying to control but Maia manages to pass to mount!
Kowalsky tries to control the position but Maia now has his back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kowalsky takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Kowalsky has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Maia.
Kowalsky tries to escape but Maia has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Maia biding his time, controlling Kowalsky.

Maia looking for the RNC.
Kowalsky can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Maia looking for the choke but no joy.

Maia is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kowalsky is defending well though. Maia let's go of the attempt for now.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kowalsky manages to reverse the position and now he's in Maia's guard. Nice work there by Kowalsky.
Maia keeping moving, preventing Kowalsky from controlling successfully.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kowalsky slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kowalsky would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Maia 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.
Kowalsky wants to control from the top but Maia keeps moving.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Jan Kowalsky was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Maia swings for the body but Kowalsky moves out of range.
Maia misses with a looping left.

Maia looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kowalsky moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kowalsky seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kowalsky looking to control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Kowalsky is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maia defends well.
Kowalsky not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kowalsky has Maia pulled in close to control his posture.
Maia looking to pass the guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.

Kowalsky is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Maia trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

António Maia dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Kowalsky looks to score with a jab to the body but Maia is just out of range.
Kowalsky looks to score with a jab to the body but Maia is just out of range.
Maia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kowalsky.
Kowalsky tries to close the distance and clinch up but Maia swats him away and circles back towards the center.

Kowalsky fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Maia, pushing him back against the cage.
Maia wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kowalsky has him pressed against the cage.

Kowalsky is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Maia can't fight it off and eventually Kowalsky manages to take the fight to the floor. Maia looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Maia utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.

Maia escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kowalsky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Maia is trying to keep Kowalsky in close.
Maia is really struggling to control Kowalsky but he's trying to hold on to the position.
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.
Maia keeping moving, preventing Kowalsky from controlling successfully.
Maia controlling the position.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Maia jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.

Kowalsky looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kowalsky wants to control from the top but Maia keeps moving.
Maia working a defensive guard here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Kowalsky decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.

Kowalsky shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Maia's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Maia looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kowalsky wants to control from the top but Maia keeps moving.
Kowalsky has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Maia is proving hard to escape from.
Kowalsky trying to control but Maia is working from the bottom.
Maia is trying to control the position but Kowalsky postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Maia has his foot on Kowalsky's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kowalsky works his way back into a safe position though.
Maia keeping moving, preventing Kowalsky from controlling successfully.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Maia is controlling Kowalsky's posture.
Kowalsky trying to control but Maia is working from the bottom.

Jan Kowalsky has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Maia throws a hook but Kowalsky avoids it easily.
Kowalsky ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
António Maia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kowalsky looks to score with a jab to the body but Maia is just out of range.
Kowalsky looks to score with a jab to the body but Maia is just out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Maia. That snapped Kowalsky's head back.
Maia throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kowalsky sees it coming and avoids it easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Maia bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

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

Maia is trying to get an arm triangle but Kowalsky is defending well.
Kowalsky is looking for a sweep.
Maia tries to advance to mount but Kowalsky denies him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kowalsky manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Maia trying to hold on to Kowalsky's head to control him but Kowalsky postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jan Kowalsky will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!

Maia stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Maia wants it to stay on the feet.

Maia feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.

Kowalsky is looking for a triangle but Maia pushes his legs off easily.
Kowalsky tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kowalsky not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

Maia drops back looking for a leg! Kowalsky is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kowalsky manages to kick Maia off! Maia jumps back into Kowalsky's guard.
Kowalsky looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Maia wants to control from the top but Kowalsky keeps moving.
Maia is standing up over Kowalsky. Kowalsky looks to escape but Maia dives into side control.
Maia misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.

Maia is trying to get an arm triangle but Kowalsky is defending well.
António Maia overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kowalsky tries to improve position but can't.

Maia looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kowalsky parries the strikes from Maia easily there. Maia is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kowalsky to escape.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kowalsky is trying to control Maia's posture but Maia avoids it.
Maia working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
A lull in the action here as Maia stalls from top position.
Maia trying to control the action but Kowalsky is working from the bottom.
Kowalsky can't do much from the bottom here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Maia is trying to get an arm triangle but Kowalsky is defending well.
Kowalsky is not content to let Maia control the position.

Maia looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kowalsky regains half guard there - taking advantage of Maia's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Kowalsky trying to control from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Maia works his way into side control.
Maia throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Maia is trying to ground and pound but Kowalsky uses the momentary lack of control by Maia to regain half guard.
Maia is just content to waste time from the top position. Kowalsky takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maia trying to control but Kowalsky is working from the bottom.
Kowalsky is trying to control the position but Maia postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

António Maia clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Kowalsky rushes Maia and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.

Maia has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Kowalsky regains guard immediately.
Maia wants to control from the top but Kowalsky keeps moving.
Kowalsky has Maia pulled in close to control his posture.
Maia postures up.
Maia wants to pass the guard but Kowalsky is keeping the position.
Maia trying to control the position from guard on top but Kowalsky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Kowalsky is looking to clinch but Maia is avoiding it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Maia stuns Kowalsky with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Maia thows a body shot but no joy.
Maia throws a lazy right hand but Kowalsky sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kowalsky tries to clinch but Maia moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maia. Kowalsky does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kowalsky is looking to clinch but Maia is avoiding it.
Maia slips under a jab.

Kowalsky clinches.

Maia is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Kowalsky can't fight it off and eventually Maia manages to take the fight to the floor. Kowalsky looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Kowalsky looking for a triangle here. Maia is fighting it but it looks tight! Kowalsky pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Maia is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jan Kowalsky!
In his post fight interview, Jan Kowalsky started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Reece Edward Duenas (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Scotty McBiggy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Duenas kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is California Gurls. Scotty McBiggy has the eye of the tiger tonight.

Edward Duenas
vs
McBiggy

182 cm
32
162 lbs
20 - 10 - 1

172 cm
26
160 lbs
8 - 1 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Very quick

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 20 - 10 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Reece Edward Duenas!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Scotty McBiggy!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Ryoma Takatsuka and Colin Fray.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McBiggy swinging wildly here.
McBiggy tries to clinch but Duenas is having none of it.
Good exchange - McBiggy coming out on top.
McBiggy throws a right hand that Duenas ducks under and follows up with a left that Duenas also avoids with ease.
Duenas misses with a double jab.
McBiggy lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
McBiggy throws a big shot that misses.

Duenas darts in and clinches McBiggy up against the cage.
McBiggy is trying to push Duenas away but Duenas has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
McBiggy wants to get back to striking at distance but Duenas won't allow it.
Duenas can't find room to land a body shot as McBiggy controls the action.
Duenas tries to throw a body punch but McBiggy avoids it by throwing Duenas back against the cage.
McBiggy blocking some punches.
Duenas misses with a punch to the body.
A hook to the body from Duenas.
McBiggy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Duenas is working McBiggy over against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Duenas tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McBiggy's elbow.
Duenas tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McBiggy's elbow.

Duenas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McBiggy tries to clinch there but Duenas circles away.
Duenas ducks under a wild hook from McBiggy.
McBiggy misses with a series of wild punches.
Duenas ducks right into an uppercut from McBiggy.
Scotty McBiggy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McBiggy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Duenas goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McBiggy throws a series of strikes that have Duenas backpedaling.
Duenas is breathing heavily.
McBiggy throws an off balance right hand

and Duenas counters by moving into the clinch.
Duenas tries to throw a body punch but McBiggy avoids it by throwing Duenas back against the cage.
Duenas tries to pull guard but McBiggy won't allow it.
Duenas is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McBiggy to keep the fight standing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McBiggy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Duenas has him pressed against the cage.
Duenas misses with a body punch.
Duenas swings wildly with an uppercut but McBiggy uses good head movement to avoid it.
McBiggy creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
McBiggy takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McBiggy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Duenas has McBiggy pressed against the cage, preventing McBiggy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McBiggy wants to get back to striking at distance but Duenas won't allow it.
Duenas tries to throw a body punch but McBiggy avoids it by throwing Duenas back against the cage.

Duenas breaks from the clinch.
McBiggy throws a low kick, looking for Duenas's leg but Duenas calmly moves out of range.
McBiggy shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Duenas eats them both and turns towards McBiggy to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Nice defenses there by Duenas.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Duenas cracks McBiggy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McBiggy falls off balance throwing a combination

and Duenas moves into the clinch.
Duenas struggles to land a body shot inside as McBiggy controls his hands.
McBiggy working hard to break the clinch.
McBiggy prevents a body shot from Duenas.
Duenas goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Duenas fails to land.
Duenas has McBiggy pressed against the cage, preventing McBiggy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Duenas tries to work over McBiggy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Duenas misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McBiggy.
McBiggy managing to block the knees to the body from Duenas.

McBiggy manages to break the clinch.

Duenas drives through with a takedown into guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Duenas stops McBiggy from standing up.
McBiggy is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Duenas trying to control but McBiggy is working from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Duenas passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Reece Edward Duenas will probably get the nod.
That's time! Duenas's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Duenas checks a leg kick nicely.
McBiggy throws a combination. Duenas tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
An inside leg kick from Duenas misses.
McBiggy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Duenas's hands.
McBiggy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Duenas takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sloppy strikes from McBiggy. Those never looked like landing.
McBiggy tried to score with a low kick but Duenas checks it.
McBiggy fails in his attempt to clinch.
McBiggy fails to land with a series of punches.
Duenas slips under a jab from McBiggy.
A jab from McBiggy misses.
McBiggy throws a nice looking combination but Duenas bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
McBiggy scores with a jab.
McBiggy lands with a cross.

Duenas takes the fight into the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Duenas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McBiggy blocking some punches.
Duenas presses McBiggy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Duenas misses with the head strike.

Duenas pulls guard successfully.
McBiggy is looking to stand up but Duenas won't let him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

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

Duenas looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! McBiggy has picked Duenas up and slammed him! Duenas can't keep hold of the triangle and McBiggy manages to pass to side control!
Duenas is trying to improve his position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

McBiggy stands up and beckons Duenas to his feet.
McBiggy moves in looking to clinch but Duenas pushes him off.
McBiggy throws a right hand that Duenas ducks under and follows up with a left that Duenas also avoids with ease.
McBiggy tries to bum rush Duenas with a series of wild strikes but Duenas uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Duenas walks into a stiff left hand from McBiggy.
Duenas avoids a punch combination nicely.
Duenas throws a right hand that McBiggy ducks under and follows up with a left that McBiggy also avoids with ease.
McBiggy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Duenas.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McBiggy throws a one two combo.
Duenas checks the leg kick.
McBiggy throws a right and a left that both miss.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Duenas moves out of range as McBiggy strikes.
McBiggy swinging wildly here.
Duenas takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McBiggy swinging wildly here.
McBiggy misses with a jab, cross combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Duenas. McBiggy does a little dance to reset his feet.
McBiggy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Duenas has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
McBiggy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Duenas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McBiggy is looking to clinch but Duenas is avoiding it.
McBiggy throws a right and a left that both miss.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McBiggy throws a left and a right that both miss
and Duenas counters with a nice body shot.
Duenas moves out of range as McBiggy strikes.
Duenas moves out of range of the body kick.
Duenas misses with a straight left.
McBiggy misses with a combination
and Duenas counters with a left and a right that stings McBiggy.
McBiggy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Duenas takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
McBiggy missing with a left hand there. Duenas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.

Duenas gets a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McBiggy is trying to break free.
McBiggy wants to break free but Duenas has control.
Duenas controlling the action here for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scotty McBiggy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

McBiggy throws the left hand but Duenas avoids the punch easily.
Duenas gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A big left from McBiggy misses.
Duenas avoids a punch combination nicely.
McBiggy throws a hook to the side of Duenas's head but Duenas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Duenas checks a leg kick.
McBiggy throws a hook to the side of Duenas's head but Duenas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McBiggy misses with a two punch combination.
Scotty McBiggy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McBiggy throws a series of punches but Duenas moves out of range.
McBiggy throws a nice looking combination but Duenas bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Duenas staying out of range there.
Duenas tries to clinch but McBiggy is having none of it.
Scotty McBiggy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McBiggy scores with a punch to the head.
Duenas bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McBiggy throws a hook but Duenas avoids it easily.
McBiggy looks to land a combination. Duenas sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.

Duenas rushes McBiggy and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Duenas has McBiggy pressed against the cage, preventing McBiggy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Duenas misses with a punch to the body.
Duenas tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. McBiggy smiles and moves away.
McBiggy looks to land a right hand but Duenas moved out of range.
McBiggy lands a jab to the nose.
McBiggy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McBiggy throws a right and a left that Duenas avoids nicely.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McBiggy lands a jab-cross combination.
Duenas looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
McBiggy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McBiggy throws a low kick but Duenas avoids it.
McBiggy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A clash of legs there as Duenas blocks the low kick.
McBiggy tries to clinch there but Duenas circles away.
McBiggy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Duenas.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McBiggy misses with a looping right.
McBiggy checks a leg kick.
McBiggy lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
McBiggy cracks Duenas with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A combination from McBiggy does no damage.
McBiggy throws a lazy right hand but Duenas sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McBiggy misses with a series of wild punches.
Duenas avoids a punch combination nicely.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
An inside leg kick from Duenas misses.
Duenas throws a lazy right hand but McBiggy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McBiggy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Duenas moves into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on McBiggy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Duenas tries to throw a body punch but McBiggy avoids it by throwing Duenas back against the cage.
Duenas working aggressively here.
McBiggy avoiding damage as Duenas throws knees to the body.
Duenas tries to throw a body punch but McBiggy avoids it by throwing Duenas back against the cage.
McBiggy misses with the head strike.
Duenas has McBiggy pressed against the cage, preventing McBiggy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.

McBiggy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McBiggy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Duenas.
Duenas is looking to clinch.
McBiggy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A big right from McBiggy misses.
McBiggy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Duenas circles away from the clinch attempt.
The fighters circling - McBiggy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McBiggy misses with a two punch combination.
McBiggy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McBiggy throws a combination that misses
and Duenas counters with a slapping leg kick.
McBiggy is looking to clinch but Duenas is avoiding it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McBiggy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Duenas is out of range.
The fighters circling - McBiggy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McBiggy tries to work over Duenas's front leg with a kick but Duenas checks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scotty McBiggy really 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.

McBiggy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McBiggy looks to land a combination but Duenas avoids it well.

Duenas drives through and clinches with McBiggy against the cage.
McBiggy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McBiggy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.

McBiggy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.

Duenas clinches up against the cage.
Duenas misses with a punch to the body.
McBiggy wants to break the clinch but can't.
McBiggy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Duenas fails to land.
McBiggy looking to slow down the pace here.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Duenas misses with a hook to the ribs.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McBiggy is trying to break the clinch but Duenas is controlling him.
Duenas can't find room to land a body shot as McBiggy controls the action.
Duenas prevents McBiggy from breaking the clinch.
Duenas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McBiggy blocking some punches.
Duenas has McBiggy pressed against the cage, preventing McBiggy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McBiggy is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Duenas lands a nice shot to the body.
Duenas fails to pull guard.

Duenas breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McBiggy tries to clinch up.
Reece Edward Duenas is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McBiggy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McBiggy throws a nice looking combination but Duenas bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McBiggy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McBiggy misses with a wild combination.

Duenas moves into the clinch.

McBiggy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Duenas tries to score with a low kick but McBiggy moves his leg out of the way.
McBiggy misses with a jab, cross combination.
McBiggy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McBiggy scores with a jab. Duenas acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McBiggy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Duenas fails in his attempt to clinch.
Duenas closes the distance and lands a one-two.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

McBiggy clinches with his opponent.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Duenas displaying some good clinch control by pressing McBiggy up against the cage.
Duenas struggles to land a body shot inside as McBiggy controls his hands.
Duenas lands a shoulder strike.

McBiggy breaks from the clinch.
A good leg kick by McBiggy.
McBiggy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Duenas circles away quickly and effectively.
McBiggy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Duenas on the wrong end of a nice jab.
No joy there for McBiggy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

Duenas forces McBiggy back against the cage and clinches.
Still in the clinch, Duenas scores with a nice short uppercut.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Duenas works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McBiggy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McBiggy blocking some punches.
McBiggy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McBiggy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Duenas has him pressed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on McBiggy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Duenas lands a left hand that snaps the head of McBiggy backwards.
Duenas lands a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Duenas breaks the clinch.
Duenas showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McBiggy.
McBiggy looks to land a combination but Duenas avoids it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Reece Edward Duenas will probably get the nod.
That's time! Duenas's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!

A combination from McBiggy does no damage.
McBiggy throws a right and a left that Duenas avoids nicely.
Duenas throws a quick inside leg kick.
Duenas tries to clinch up.
McBiggy misses with a two punch combination.
Duenas tries to clinch up.
Duenas avoids a punch combination nicely.
McBiggy circles away from the clinch attempt.
McBiggy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.

Duenas moves into the clinch.
Duenas lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Duenas has a couple of punches blocked by McBiggy.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - an gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Duenas tries to work over McBiggy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McBiggy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Duenas misses with a body punch.
McBiggy is trying to maintain a safe position but Duenas gets an underhook and turns McBiggy into the cage.
McBiggy wants to get back to striking at distance but Duenas won't allow it.
McBiggy blocks a body shot from Duenas.
Duenas tries to land knees in the clinch but McBiggy avoids the damage to the body.
Duenas has McBiggy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McBiggy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
McBiggy is trying to force a seperation but Duenas has the dominant position.

McBiggy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McBiggy throws a quick inside leg kick.
McBiggy tries to bum rush Duenas with a series of wild strikes but Duenas uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jab from McBiggy.
Duenas slips a jab and a cross from McBiggy.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Duenas with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McBiggy to score with a decent uppercut.
McBiggy tries a low kick but Duenas avoids it.
McBiggy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Duenas circles away quickly and effectively.
McBiggy digs a good body shot into Duenas's ribs.
McBiggy slaps away a takedown attempt from Duenas, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A punch combination from McBiggy misses.
Duenas avoids a punch combination nicely.
McBiggy misses with a two punch combination.
McBiggy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McBiggy lands an overhand right.
McBiggy misses with a series of wild punches.

Duenas clinches up with McBiggy and pushes him back against the cage.
Reece Edward Duenas has scored more points in the clinch so far.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Duenas working aggressively here.
Duenas jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as McBiggy walks away with a smile on his face. Duenas gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Reece Edward Duenas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McBiggy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McBiggy misses with a hook. Duenas ducked under it nicely.
McBiggy dodges the punch combination from Duenas.
Duenas showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McBiggy.
McBiggy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McBiggy misses with a few strikes there.
McBiggy throws the left hand but Duenas avoids the punch easily.
McBiggy throws a nice looking combination but Duenas bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McBiggy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Duenas digs a good body shot into McBiggy's ribs.
McBiggy connects with a looping right hand.
McBiggy throws a shot from downtown. Duenas moves away and avoids it.
Duenas is looking to clinch.
McBiggy swings for the body but Duenas moves out of range.
McBiggy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Duenas paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Duenas throws a nice looking combination but McBiggy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McBiggy misses with an uppercut
and Duenas counters with a three punch combo that has McBiggy backing up. McBiggy nods at Duenas to acknowledge the strikes.
A combination from McBiggy does no damage.
McBiggy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A combination from McBiggy does no damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McBiggy throws a looping overhand right but Duenas ducks down to avoid it.
Duenas moves away from the strike by McBiggy.

Duenas has taken the fight to the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Scotty McBiggy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McBiggy 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 47:50
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 45:50
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 47:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scotty McBiggy!
A victorious Scotty McBiggy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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 middleweight MMA rules bout between Ryan Fitzmagic (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jin Seoul (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jin Seoul has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Ryan Fitzmagic's chin.

Fitzmagic
vs
Seoul

170 cm
23
190 lbs
6 - 3 - 0

180 cm
27
185 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Cardio machine

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Ryan Fitzmagic!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jin Seoul!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Roger Salmon and Micheangelo Fripello.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fitzmagic lands a two punch combo.

It looks like Jin Seoul has been cut.
Seoul swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.

Fitzmagic shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Fitzmagic trying to mount his opponent but Seoul defends it.

Fitzmagic is working for a kimura but Seoul is defending it quite comfortably.
Seoul is not content to let Fitzmagic control the position.
Seoul is trying to control but can't.
Seoul is looking to improve his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Seoul is trying to control but can't.
Fitzmagic is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Seoul blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fitzmagic.
Seoul has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fitzmagic is working away from the top position though.
Fitzmagic working the head and body with strikes.

Seoul looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fitzmagic wants to free his trapped foot but Seoul is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Seoul tries to get to full guard but Fitzmagic has control of the leg.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fitzmagic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Seoul avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Fitzmagic.
Seoul trying to control but Fitzmagic postures up.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fitzmagic is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fitzmagic wants to take a breather but Seoul is having none of it.
Fitzmagic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Seoul!
Seoul tries to reverse the position but Fitzmagic maintains control.
Fitzmagic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Seoul is looking to escape.
Fitzmagic punishing his opponent with strikes.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Seoul in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Fitzmagic with good strikes from the mount here!
Fitzmagic working the ground and pound effectively.
Fitzmagic landing strikes from the mount.

Fitzmagic working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Fitzmagic working the ground and pound effectively.
Fitzmagic landing strikes, looking to finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fitzmagic tries to control but Seoul wriggling away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Seoul is looking to get to half guard.
Fitzmagic content just to control the position here.
Seoul in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Fitzmagic with a couple of short strikes.

Fitzmagic looking for a guillotine from mount but Seoul is having none of it.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Fitzmagic looking to control but Seoul is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Fitzmagic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jin Seoul's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Seoul shoots in for a double leg but Fitzmagic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.

Fitzmagic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Fitzmagic showed some decent athleticism there.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Fitzmagic in particular looking to stall.

Fitzmagic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Seoul is just riding it out for now. Fitzmagic eventually gives up the hold.
Fitzmagic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Seoul looking for submissions off his back.

Seoul is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Fitzmagic pulls his head out easily.
Fitzmagic passes to side control.
Fitzmagic wants to control but Seoul is keeping him busy.

Fitzmagic decides to stand back up.
Seoul shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.

Fitzmagic shoots in and bounces Seoul off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Fitzmagic content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Seoul keeping full guard, as Fitzmagic tries to pass.
Fitzmagic chips away with some ground and pound.
Fitzmagic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Seoul can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Seoul working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fitzmagic.
Fitzmagic looking to sit in guard and control but Seoul gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Seoul looking to sit in guard and control but Fitzmagic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Fitzmagic scoring with punches to the head and body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Seoul working for a triangle but Fitzmagic defends it easily.
Fitzmagic slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Seoul stops Fitzmagic from passing to mount.
Fitzmagic is looking to take a break and control but Seoul is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Fitzmagic is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Check out the look on Fitzmagic's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Seoul is trying to get back to his feet.
The strikes coming from Fitzmagic are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Fitzmagic controlling from side mount.
Fitzmagic looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Seoul is avoiding damage well.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Seoul gets back to 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!
Fitzmagic controlling the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Fitzmagic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jin Seoul's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Fitzmagic has closed the distance and engaged Seoul in a clinch.
Seoul is trying to pull guard but Fitzmagic turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.

Fitzmagic gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Seoul regains guard.
Seoul preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Fitzmagic passes easily into side control. Nice work.

Fitzmagic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Seoul knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ryan Fitzmagic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Seoul is not content to let Fitzmagic control the position.
Fitzmagic is trying to ground and pound but Seoul uses the momentary lack of control by Fitzmagic to regain half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fitzmagic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Seoul does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fitzmagic is looking to stall here but Seoul recovers full guard.
Seoul can't keep his opponent in guard - Fitzmagic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

Seoul looking for submissions off his back.
Fitzmagic not landing any meaningful shots this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Fitzmagic is looking for a kimura here.

Seoul looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Seoul looking for submissions off his back.
Fitzmagic is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Fitzmagic looking to finish Seoul with some ground and pound. This is bad for Seoul!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fitzmagic manages to capitalize on a mistake by Seoul to take his back!
Seoul takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Fitzmagic lands with a hammerfist to the side of Seoul's head.
Fitzmagic lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Seoul hold on?!
Fitzmagic wants to control but Seoul manages to buck him off and is now in Fitzmagic's guard! Nice work there by Seoul!

Fitzmagic pushes Seoul off and gets back to his feet.
Seoul shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fitzmagic as he jumps to the side.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Fitzmagic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Fitzmagic stands up and waves to Seoul to follow him.

Fitzmagic shoots in and gets a takedown into Seoul's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fitzmagic working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Fitzmagic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fitzmagic slips nicely into half guard.

Fitzmagic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Seoul is just riding it out for now. Fitzmagic eventually gives up the hold.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Fitzmagic clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Jin Seoul's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Fitzmagic rushes Seoul and presses him up against the cage.

Fitzmagic turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Fitzmagic manages to end up in side control.
Seoul gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Fitzmagic with good strikes from the mount here!
Fitzmagic connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Fitzmagic postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Seoul looks a forlorn figure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fitzmagic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Seoul is looking to escape.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fitzmagic thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Fitzmagic lands a heavy elbow.
Seoul is wriggling around trying to escape.

Fitzmagic jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Seoul is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Seoul and Fitzmagic has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.

Fitzmagic goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Seoul rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Fitzmagic's guard! Nice work there by Seoul!
Seoul trying to control but Fitzmagic is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Seoul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Seoul prevents Fitzmagic from getting back to his feet.

Seoul stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Fitzmagic tries to close the distance and clinch but Seoul swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.

Fitzmagic feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fitzmagic wants to control from the top but Seoul keeps moving.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.

Seoul working for a triangle but Fitzmagic defends it easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Seoul has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fitzmagic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fitzmagic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Fitzmagic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Seoul is keeping the position for now.
Fitzmagic trying to control but Seoul is working from the bottom.
Fitzmagic throwing strikes from guard but Seoul blocks nicely.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fitzmagic in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Fitzmagic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.

Fitzmagic stands and steps away. Seoul gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A looping hook to the body misses from Seoul. Fitzmagic does a little dance to reset his feet.

Fitzmagic feints and as Seoul raises his hands in defense, Fitzmagic changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fitzmagic tries to free his leg and advance position but Seoul is retaining full guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fitzmagic trying to control but Seoul is working from the bottom.
Fitzmagic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Fitzmagic had his way with Jin Seoul in that round.
The cut man is working on Jin Seoul's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Seoul shoots in looking for a takedown but Fitzmagic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Seoul's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.

Fitzmagic clinches up against the cage.

Seoul manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Fitzmagic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Seoul swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fitzmagic passes into half guard.

Fitzmagic seems to be looking for submissions.
Seoul tries to kick Fitzmagic off but Fitzmagic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Seoul is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?

That's one minute gone in the round.
Seoul blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fitzmagic.
Fitzmagic wants to pass the guard but Seoul is defending well.
Seoul trying to control but Fitzmagic postures up.
Seoul is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Fitzmagic is staying active.

Fitzmagic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Seoul is just riding it out for now. Fitzmagic eventually gives up the hold.
Seoul avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Fitzmagic.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fitzmagic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Seoul keeps working.
Fitzmagic thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Seoul's head.
Fitzmagic content to control rather than advance.
Fitzmagic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Seoul is trying to control but can't.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Fitzmagic passes to full mount!
BOOM! Fitzmagic connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Seoul keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Fitzmagic controlling from mount.

Fitzmagic looking to secure an arm triangle but Seoul defends it well.
Seoul is looking to improve his position but Fitzmagic isn't that keen on the idea.
Ryan Fitzmagic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fitzmagic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Fitzmagic controlling the pace for now.

Fitzmagic with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Fitzmagic avoids the attempt from Seoul to control.
Jin Seoul has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Seoul throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan Fitzmagic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fitzmagic 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 50:45
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 50:45
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryan Fitzmagic!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
87%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Aaron Smith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!

Smith
vs
Rodrigo Nogueira

195 cm
32
249 lbs
12 - 5 - 0

190 cm
25
250 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Solid boxing
Very strong

BJJ Brown Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 12 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Aaron Smith!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Chris Saunders and Ryoma Takatsuka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Rodrigo Nogueira fails with the takedown.
A jab lands there for Smith.
Rodrigo Nogueira shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Smith but Smith pushes him off and we're back to square one.

Rodrigo Nogueira shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
Smith tries to reverse the position but Rodrigo Nogueira maintains control.
Smith tries to lock up and control but Rodrigo Nogueira gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.

Rodrigo Nogueira is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Smith to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Smith shrugs it off.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Smith is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodrigo Nogueira has a good base and remains in mount.
Rodrigo Nogueira avoids the attempt from Smith to control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigo Nogueira punching from mount but Smith doing a good job of avoiding damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith tries to get back to half guard but can't.

Rodrigo Nogueira looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Smith tries to hold on but Rodrigo Nogueira pushes him away.

Rodrigo Nogueira looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Rodrigo Nogueira looking to secure an arm triangle but Smith defends it well.
Smith is trying to escape the mount.
Smith manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Smith trying to control here.
Smith is looking for a sweep. Rodrigo Nogueira is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Rodrigo Nogueira is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Smith has managed to free his arm - good work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smith landing small, sideways elbows.

Smith looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Smith tries to kick Rodrigo Nogueira off but Rodrigo Nogueira keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Smith manages to get to full guard.

Smith has his foot on Rodrigo Nogueira 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodrigo Nogueira works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodrigo Nogueira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodrigo Nogueira postures up in Smith's guard and throws a big left but Smith blocks it.

Smith escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodrigo Nogueira gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.

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

Smith had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodrigo Nogueira defends it easily.
Rodrigo Nogueira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Smith working for a triangle but Rodrigo Nogueira defends it easily.
Rodrigo Nogueira throwing strikes but missing.
Rodrigo Nogueira forces his way into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigo Nogueira trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom.

Rodrigo Nogueira looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

Smith actively working from the bottom here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smith trying to control from the bottom.

Smith looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Smith wants to get back to his feet.

Rodrigo Nogueira is looking for a kimura here.

Smith is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigo Nogueira pulls his head out easily.

Rodrigo Nogueira is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rodrigo Nogueira frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.

Rodrigo Nogueira working for a guillotine from mount but Smith is in no mood to give up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Aaron Smith will probably get the nod.
That's time! Smith's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Rodrigo Nogueira tries to sprawl but Smith drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Rodrigo Nogueira works his way to full guard. Good work.
Smith lands a couple of digs.
Rodrigo Nogueira is trying to keep Smith in close.
Rodrigo Nogueira has his hands on Smith's head, controlling the position.
Smith wants to control from the top but Rodrigo Nogueira keeps moving.
Smith cracks Rodrigo Nogueira with a solid left hand.
Smith looking to pass the guard.
Smith makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smith postures up and lands a big shot to Rodrigo Nogueira 's brow.
Smith chips away with some ground and pound.
Rodrigo Nogueira bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Smith's guard.

Smith working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigo Nogueira manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Smith escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodrigo Nogueira gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Smith trying to control the position.

Smith is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Smith seems keen to control Rodrigo Nogueira 's posture.

Smith looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rodrigo Nogueira trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom.

Smith pushes Rodrigo Nogueira off and gets back to his feet.
Rodrigo Nogueira misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rodrigo Nogueira gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Smith counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.

Smith shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smith trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Smith lands with some strikes.
Rodrigo Nogueira is trying to escape the mount.
Rodrigo Nogueira is breathing heavily.
Smith pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to improve his position but Smith isn't that keen on the idea.
Smith scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Smith lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Rodrigo Nogueira hang on?
Rodrigo Nogueira is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Smith with shots to the head and body - Rodrigo Nogueira looks very uncomfortable down there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smith landing shots from mount.
Smith scoring with strikes but Rodrigo Nogueira is staying in there.
Rodrigo Nogueira is bucking up trying to escape but Smith cracks him with another couple of good strikes.

Rodrigo Nogueira is rocked!
Smith postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Rodrigo Nogueira bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Smith and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aaron Smith!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
65%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Peregrin Broadfoot (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ashida Kai (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Broadfoot comes to the cage accompanied by I Killed the Pirates. Kai has chosen Die Antwoord - "Fish Paste" as his entrance music. 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!

Broadfoot
vs
Kai

181 cm
28
185 lbs
18 - 10 - 0

187 cm
27
186 lbs
6 - 4 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Very strong

ADCC Champion
World class MT
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 18 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Peregrin Broadfoot!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Ashida Kai!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Micheangelo Fripello and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kai throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Broadfoot walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kai.
Broadfoot walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kai.
Kai lands a front kick.
Broadfoot takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kai scores with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kai jabs Broadfoot right on the nose. Broadfoot blinks but takes it well.
Broadfoot thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kai throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Broadfoot dives in and grabs Kai's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kai pushes down on Broadfoot's head and hops out.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kai.
Broadfoot is breathing heavily.
A good leg kick by Kai.
Kai lands with a slapping head kick.

It looks like Peregrin Broadfoot has been cut.
Broadfoot will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Broadfoot takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kai throws a front kick that sends Broadfoot stumbling back into the cage.
Kai connects with a body shot that sends Broadfoot's belly button to the back.
Kai thumps Broadfoot with a low kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kai connects with an inside leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kai, right into the meat.

Kai lands a big head kick that sends Broadfoot tumbling to the mat! Kai takes a step backwards and waves Broadfoot back to his feet - he wants the finish!

Broadfoot is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kai lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Oh Broadfoot is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice body kick from Kai.
Kai listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.

Peregrin Broadfoot's cut is getting worse.
Kai lands a brutal head kick. Broadfoot looks out on his feet and Kai throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Ashida Kai!
An out of breath Ashida Kai thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

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RATING
100%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Big Mel Manhoef (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chuck The Bison (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The Bison comes into a darkened arena with his song building. this is my shit- chuck vidells music kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! 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?

Mel Manhoef
vs
The Bison

188 cm
26
260 lbs
11 - 6 - 0

200 cm
28
275 lbs
14 - 9 - 0

Good wrestling
World class MT
Granite chin

Good wrestler
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 6 - 0, fighting out of London, Big Mel Manhoef!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 14 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Chuck The Bison!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Josh West and Roger Salmon.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A punch lands to the side of Manhoef 's head but he takes it in his stride.

It looks like Big Mel Manhoef has been cut.
The Bison throws a series of punches but Manhoef moves out of range.
The Bison throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Manhoef moves out of range of the strikes.
The Bison blocks a head kick by Manhoef.
The Bison throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Manhoef.
Some wild striking there from The Bison.
Manhoef walks into a straight right hand from The Bison.
Chuck The Bison seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The Bison shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Manhoef but Manhoef pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Manhoef displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The Bison throws out the jab.
The Bison circles away from the clinch attempt
and The Bison counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The Bison takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The Bison tries to move into range but Manhoef moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Manhoef, right into the meat.
Manhoef throws a head kick but The Bison moves out of range.
The Bison takes a head kick and keeps coming.

Manhoef gets a clinch.
Manhoef with a knee to the head.
Manhoef throws a punch but it's blocked by The Bison.
Manhoef landing knees to the head.
Manhoef misses with a knee to the head.
Manhoef throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but The Bison blocks it with crossed arms.
The Bison stalling in the clinch but Manhoef improves position.

The Bison manages to break the clinch.
The Bison connects with a right hand. Manhoef shakes it off.

Big Mel Manhoef's cut is getting worse.
The Bison has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Bison just misses with a punch to the body.
The Bison rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Manhoef moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A swing and a miss from The Bison.
A telegraphed right hand from The Bison misses the target.
Manhoef throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
The Bison is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Manhoef closes the distance and clinches.
Manhoef throws a knee to the head but misses.

The Bison breaks from the clinch.
Manhoef pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The Bison throws a series of punches but Manhoef moves out of range.
Big Mel Manhoef is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Manhoef tries a head kick but it misses.
The Bison scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!

Big Mel Manhoef's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The Bison throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Manhoef slips a jab and a cross from The Bison.
Manhoef avoids a punch combination nicely.

The Bison drops Manhoef with a nice combination! The Bison dives into Manhoef's guard, looking to finish!

Jeez, Big Mel Manhoef's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Big Mel Manhoef's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Chuck The Bison!

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RATING
80%

Main event

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Edgars Simans (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gunner Simpson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Simpson has chosen Forgotten as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.

Simans
vs
Simpson

193 cm
24
220 lbs
6 - 0 - 0

191 cm
31
195 lbs
17 - 10 - 1

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Insanely flexible

ADCC Champion
Excellent MT
Powerful

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 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 6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Edgars Simans!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 17 - 10 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Gunner Simpson!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Micheangelo Fripello and Colin Fray.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Simpson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Simpson throws a punch but it's blocked by Simans.
Simans is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Simpson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Simpson can't find room to land a body shot as Simans controls the action.
Simans blocks an uppercut.
Simans wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Simpson has him pressed against the cage.
Simans tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simans is trying to push Simpson away but Simpson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Simans fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simans throws a punch but it's blocked by Simpson.
Simans lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Simpson misses with a punch to the body.

Simans escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Simpson walks into a stiff left hand from Simans.
Nice uppercut there from Simpson.
Simans throws a head kick but Simpson moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simans shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Simpson eats them both and turns towards Simans to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Simans lands a jab to the nose.

That's one minute gone in the round.
An inside leg kick from Simpson misses.
A big left from Simans misses.
A clash of legs there as Simpson blocks the low kick.
Simpson moves away from the strike by Simans.
Simans misses with a looping right.
A solid leg kick lands there for Simans.
Simpson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Simans momentarily.
The crowd cheers as Simpson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Simans doesn't seem phased though.
Simpson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Simans as he avoids it easily.
Simpson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Simpson looks to score with a jab to the body but Simans is just out of range.
Simpson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Simans is able to avoid easily.
Simans misses with a hook
and Simpson counters with a nice uppercut.
Simpson scoring well with a low kick there.
Edgars Simans is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Simans thows a body shot but no joy.
Simans lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simans misses with a double jab.
Simpson lands a body shot.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses.
Simans misses with a hook. Simpson ducked under it nicely.
Simpson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A head kick misses from Simans.
Simpson wants to clinch up but Simans keeps it at a distance.
Simpson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Simans takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Simpson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Simans throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Simpson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Simans swats away the attempt to clinch by Simpson.
Simans takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Simpson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Edgars Simans seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simans avoids the head kick by Simpson.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses.
Simans feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Simpsons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Simpson checks a low kick from Simans.
Simans blocks a leg kick.
Simpson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Simans changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Simans checks a leg kick nicely.
A jab from Simans misses.
Simans moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Simans misses with a looping left.
Simpson cracks the inside of Simans's front leg.
Simans throws a leg kick

and Simpson moves into the clinch.
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!
Simpson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Simans blocks an uppercut.
Simpson has a couple of punches blocked by Simans.
Simpson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Simans blocks a body shot from Simpson.
Simpson misses with a punch on the inside.
Simpson tries a body shot but Simans blocks it.
Simpson misses with a punch to the body.
Simans lands a shot to the body.

Simans escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Simpson tries to clinch but Simans is having none of it.
Simpson slips a jab from Simans.
Simpson lands a nice hook to Simans's body. Simans takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Simans scores with a jab to the body.
Simans scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Simans throws a series of punches but Simpson avoids them all with ease.
Simpson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Simans can pounce on him.
Simpson looks gassed!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Simpson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simans.
Good exchange - Simans coming out on top.
Simans swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Simpson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simans.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edgars Simans dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Simpson avoids a punch combination nicely.
A leg kick checked by Simpson.
Simpson tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Simans counters with a nice uppercut.
Simans misses with a head kick.
Simpson throws a leg kick which misses Simans's front leg but catches the back leg as Simans tries to avoid it.
No joy there for Simans, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Simans feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Simpsons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Simans misses with an uppercut. Simpson saw that one coming.
Simpson misses the shot to the body.
Simans blocks a head kick by Simpson.
Edgars Simans is winning the standup battle so far.
Simpson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Simpson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Simans thows a body shot but no joy.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Simans pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Simpson tries a head kick but it misses.
Simpson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Simans checks it well.
Simans misses with a lunging right hand
and Simpson counters with an inside leg kick.
Simpson thuds a left hand into Simans's body.
Simpson tries to clinch but Simans moves out of range.
Simans throws a right and a left that both miss.
Simans misses with a hook. Simpson ducked under it nicely.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Simpson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Simpson lands a body punch in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Simpson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Simpson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simpson presses Simans against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simpson misses with a hook from the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Simpson.
A head punch on the inside from Simpson fails to land.
Simans lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gunner Simpson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Simpson misses with a punch to the body.

Simans breaks the clinch.
Simans swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Simpson.
Simans attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Simpson scores with a hook.
Simans avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Simpson. Those never looked like landing.
A big left from Simpson misses.
Simans throws a jab but it's blocked by Simpson.
Simans blocks a head kick by Simpson.
Good exchange - Simpson coming out on top.
Simans moves out of range as Simpson throws a body kick.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simans.
Simans lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Simans getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Simpson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simans.
Simans misses with a straight right.
Simans throws a front kick aimed at Simpson's knee but Simpson avoids it well.
Simans thows a body shot but no joy.
Simans throws a hook to the side of Simpson's head but Simpson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Simans throws a shot from downtown. Simpson moves away and avoids it.
Simans works the jab nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Simpson.
Simpson slips under a jab.
Simpson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Simans looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Simans misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simpson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simans walks into a left hand.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Simpson scores with a three punch combo!
Simans throws a low kick but Simpson avoids it.
Simans throws a shot to the body.
Simans looks to score with a jab to the body but Simpson is just out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Simpson.
Simpson throws a head kick but Simans moves out of range.
Simpson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Simans throws a front kick aimed at Simpson's knee but Simpson avoids it well.
Simans fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simpson manages to avoid it.
Simans jabs Simpson right on the nose. Simpson blinks but takes it well.
Simans throws a hook to the side of Simpson's head but Simpson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Simans uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simpson.
Simans misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simpson.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses.
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 Edgars Simans will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Simans throws a looping overhand right but Simpson ducks down to avoid it.
Simans shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A good leg kick by Simans.
Simpson throws out a leg kick but Simans moves out of range and Simpson only half commits.
Simans moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.

It looks like Gunner Simpson has been cut.
Simpson shoots in and drives through. Simans sprawls well.
Simpson checks a leg kick.
Simpson checks the leg kick.
Simpson shoots in but Simans avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simans throws a leg kick but Simpson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Simans misses with a hook.
Simpson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Simans.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Simans, right into the meat.
Simans moves out of range of the leg kick from Simpson.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Simans misses with a double jab.
Simpson misses with a wild body shot.
Simans ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simpson moves away.
Simans tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Simpson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simans.
Simans throws the left hand but Simpson avoids the punch easily.

Simans tries to keep at a distance but Simpson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Simpson misses with a punch to the body.
Simpson tries to work over Simans's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Simans tries to break the clinch but Simpson is controlling the position.

Simans escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Simans loads up on a big right hand but Simpson slips the punch.
Simans throws a push kick but Simpson slaps the foot to one side.
Simpson shoots in looking for a takedown but Simans manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Simpson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Edgars Simans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gunner Simpson.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Simans blocks a leg kick.
Simpson misses with a hook
and Simans counters with a left to the body.
Simpson throws a jab when Simans was well out of range.
Simans misses with a looping left.
A swing and a miss from Simans.
Simpson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Simans swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Simans is looking to slow Simpson down with leg kicks.
Simans misses with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simpson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Simans throws a poor cross that misses
and Simpson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simans throws a leg kick that is checked
and Simpson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Simpson throws a chopping leg kick but Simans manages to avoid taking any serious damage.

Simpson feints and as Simans raises his hands in defense, Simpson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Simpson throws a big elbow that misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Simans has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.

We're going to have a standup here because Edgars Simans wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Simpson thumps Simans with a low kick.
Simans jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Simpson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Simpson staying out of range there.
Simpson throws a leg kick but Simans checks it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Simpson throws a hook to the side of Simans's head but Simans sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Simpson misses with an uppercut. Simans saw that one coming.
Simpson tries a head kick but it misses.
Simpson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Simans.
Simans defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Simpson.
Simans misses with a hook.
Simans scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses.
Simans throws a leg kick but Simpson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Simpson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Simans but Simans pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Simpson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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!
Simans connects with a leg kick. Simpson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A big right from Simans misses.
Simpson misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edgars Simans clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Gunner Simpson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Simans swats away the attempt to clinch by Simpson.
An inside leg kick from Simans misses.
Simpson slips a jab and a cross from Simans.
Simans throws a poor cross that misses
and Simpson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Simans connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Simpson momentarily.
Simpson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Simpson.
Simans swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Simpson jabs Simans right on the nose. Simans blinks but takes it well.
Simans swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Simans paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Simans throws a push kick but Simpson slaps the foot to one side.
Simans connects with a crisp jab.
Simpson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simans.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Simans walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Simpson scoring well with a low kick there.
A big right from Simans misses.
Simans stuffs the takedown attempt from Simpson. Simpson gets slowly back to his feet.
Simpson tries to close the distance and clinch but Simans swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Simpson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Simpson tries a low kick but Simans avoids it.

Simpson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Simans, pushing him back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Simpson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Simpson.
Simans misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Simpson fails to land.
Simans lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Simpson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Simpson tries to throw a body punch but Simans avoids it by throwing Simpson back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simpson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Simans blocks an uppercut.
Simpson lands an uppercut.
Simans wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Simpson has him pressed against the cage.
Simpson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Simans lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Simans is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Simpson misses with the head strike.
Simans working hard to break the clinch.

Simans breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Simans lands a jab-cross combination.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Decent striking displayed by Simpson there.
Simans misses with a body shot.
Simpson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Simpson avoids the body shot from Simans.
Simpson drops his hands momentarily and Simans takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Simans throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Simpson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Simans's head.
Simpson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Simans goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Simpson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Simpson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Simans's calf.
Simpson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Simans counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Simpson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Simans counters with a nice body kick.
Simpson is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Simans checks the leg kick nicely there.
Simpson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Simpson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simans looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Simans with a jab.
Simans slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Simans swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Simpson avoids the body shot from Simans.
Simpson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Simpson tries to clinch up.
Simpson throws a solid leg kick but Simans takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Simpson.
Simpson throws a head kick but Simans moves out of range.
Simpson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simans throws out the jab.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Simans throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Simpson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Simpson tries to clinch there but Simans circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edgars Simans had his way with Gunner Simpson in that round.
The cut man is working on Gunner Simpson's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Nice body kick there by Simans.
Gunner Simpson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

Simpson darts in and clinches Simans up against the cage.
Simans digs a right hand into Simpson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Simpson's gas tank.
Simans wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Simpson misses with a punch on the inside.
Simpson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simpson misses with a body punch.
Simans blocks an elbow strike from Simpson.
Simpson throws a punch but it's blocked by Simans.

Simans breaks from the clinch.
Simans lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Simans stuffs the takedown.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simans scores with the left hand. Simpson knows he should have avoided that one.
Simpson is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A nice inside leg kick there by Simans. That's going to slow Simpson down.
Simans looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Simans swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Simans thuds his right hand into Simpson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Simpson punishes Simans's body with a nice straight punch.
Simans is looking to land body kicks.
Simans throws a nice looking combination but Simpson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Simans throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Simpson's head.
Simans tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Simpson tries to score with a low kick but Simans moves his leg out of the way.
Simpson tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Simans cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Simpson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Simpson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
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!
Simans scores with a leg kick.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Simans checks a low kick from Simpson.
Simans throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Simpson.
Simans throws a shot to the body.
Simpson misses with a leg kick
and Simans counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Simpson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Simans tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Simpson was well out of range. Poor timing from Simans.
Simpson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Simpson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Simans swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Simpson tries to move into range but Simans moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Simans checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Simpson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Simans is able to avoid easily.
Simans lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Simans.
Simans throws an overhand right that lands on Simpson's shoulder, as Simpson tries to avoid the shot.
Edgars Simans is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simans manages to avoid it.
Simans scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Simpson doesn't seem bothered though.
Simans bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Simans scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Simans scores with a nice head shot.
Simans scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Simpson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Simans is out of range and Simpson settles back down.
Simpson ducks right into an uppercut from Simans.
Simpson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses.
Simans throws a one two combo.
A big left from Simpson misses.
Simpson tries a head kick but it misses.
Simans scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Simpson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Simans checks it well.
Simans is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simpson can do to turn this around?

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Simans punishes Simpson's body with a nice straight punch.
Simpson misses with a body shot.
Simans catches Simpson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Simans lands a leg kick that knocks Simpson off balance momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simans slips under a jab from Simpson.
Simpson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Simans thows a body kick. Simpson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Simans scores with a jab to the body.
Simans lands with an overhand left.
Simpson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Simans slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Simans keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simpson.
Simpson needs to keep his hands up - Simans had a free shot at his head there.
Simpson moves forwards but Simans connects with a nice, crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edgars Simans showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Simans, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 50:46
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 49:46
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edgars Simans!
Edgars Simans is the new light heavyweight champion!

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