TRFC17 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Franco Collumbo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Daisuke Numazawa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Collumbo
vs
Numazawa

170 cm
25
150 lbs
2 - 4 - 0

170 cm
20
150 lbs
3 - 4 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Franco Collumbo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Daisuke Numazawa!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Yukihiro Yamamoto.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Numazawa scores with a takedown into Collumbo's guard.
Numazawa missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Collumbo wants to stand but Numazawa is controlling the position.

Numazawa drops back, looking for a kneebar! Collumbo looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Collumbo looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Collumbo!
Numazawa tries to bench press Collumbo off him but Collumbo keeps the position.
Numazawa gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Collumbo is thwarting Numazawa's attempts to control the position.
Numazawa tries to roll over but Collumbo keeps him under control.
Numazawa is holding on to half guard well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.

We're going to have a standup here because Franco Collumbo wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.

Numazawa forces Collumbo back against the cage and clinches.

Numazawa has picked Collumbo up - he's going for a ride! Numazawa dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Numazawa moves nicely into side control.
Numazawa tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Numazawa prevents Collumbo from escaping the position.
Numazawa wants to control but Collumbo is keeping him busy.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Daisuke Numazawa!

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hype
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pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
36%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Chris Michaels (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hideaki Murakami (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Michaels comes to the cage accompanied by All of the Lights. Chris Michaels has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Michaels
vs
Murakami

166 cm
19
145 lbs
4 - 5 - 0

171 cm
26
148 lbs
5 - 3 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Determined

[WOT] DTK Designs (Laundry)

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Chris Michaels!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Hideaki Murakami!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Shirou Masuda.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Michaels throws a series of punches but Murakami avoids them all with ease.
Murakami shoots in for a takedown but Michaels shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Murakami tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Michaels counters with a good low kick that Murakami was not able to check.
Murakami shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Murakami throws a head kick that misses.
Michaels throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sloppy strikes from Michaels. Those never looked like landing.
Murakami doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Michaels counters with a nice low kick that buckles Murakami's knee momentarily.
Chris Michaels has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hideaki Murakami.
Michaels misses with a few strikes there.
Michaels throws a body punch but Murakami moves out of range.
Michaels circles away from the clinch attempt
and Michaels counters with a nice low kick that buckles Murakami's knee momentarily.
Michaels pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Murakami back to the cage. Michaels follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Murakami moves to clinch but Michaels breaks away
and Michaels counters with a one-two to the body.

It looks like Hideaki Murakami has been cut.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Michaels tries to land a front kick but Murakami steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Murakami tries to clinch
and Michaels counters with a stiff right hand.
Michaels swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Murakami closes the distance looking to clinch
and Michaels counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.

Murakami is rocked!
Michaels leaves Murakami with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Murakami looks winded!
Michaels throws a combination. Murakami tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Murakami is still on wobbly legs! Can Michaels finish him?
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Michaels lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Murakami has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Murakami and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Michaels uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murakami.
Murakami seems to have recovered his senses.
Murakami is looking to chop away at Michaels's legs.
Murakami tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Michaels counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Michaels looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Murakami shoots in but no luck this time.
Murakami is trying desperately to land a takedown but Michaels is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Murakami.
Murakami tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Michaels counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Murakami has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Chris Michaels!
An out of breath Chris Michaels 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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pop
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mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
58%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Rey Mesterio (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jun Akiyama (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mesterio kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Be A Warrior. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Mesterio
vs
Akiyama

175 cm
27
175 lbs
2 - 6 - 0

180 cm
30
170 lbs
13 - 24 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Rey Mesterio!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 24 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Jun Akiyama!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Shigeki Sano and Yukihiro Shimada.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No luck for Mesterio with that takedown attempt.
Mesterio looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Akiyama is fending him off so far but Mesterio persists. Nope, Akiyama circles away and we're back to standing.
Akiyama closes the distance and clinches up with Mesterio, looking for a takedown. Akiyama pushes Mesterio against the cage but Mesterio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mesterio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Akiyama shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mesterio tries to close the distance and clinch but Akiyama swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mesterio fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rey Mesterio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akiyama slaps away a takedown attempt from Mesterio, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Mesterio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Akiyama fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mesterio manages to avoid it.
Akiyama thows a body shot but no joy.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Akiyama scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Akiyama throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Akiyama prevents Mesterio from improving his position.
Akiyama trying to control from Mesterio's half guard. Mesterio has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Mesterio lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Akiyama!
Akiyama is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Akiyama is working to get back to half guard.
Mesterio can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Akiyama is looking to escape.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akiyama is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Akiyama tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mesterio wants to control the pace but Akiyama is squirming around nicely.
Akiyama really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mesterio tries to control but Akiyama wriggling away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mesterio with the ground and pound from mount.
Akiyama is in all sorts of trouble here.
Akiyama is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mesterio trying to control but Akiyama is having none of it.
Mesterio controlling his opponent.
Akiyama is in all sorts of trouble here.
Akiyama throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Akiyama tries to hold on but Mesterio pushes him away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Akiyama can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mesterio wants to control but Akiyama has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Akiyama pushes Mesterio off looking to stand but Mesterio dives back in and keeps control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Akiyama striking from half guard on the bottom.

Akiyama is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mesterio pulls his head out easily.
Akiyama is looking for a sweep. Mesterio is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Akiyama is trying to maintain the position but Mesterio is very close to passing his half guard.

Mesterio stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Akiyama to get to his feet.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mesterio stuffs the takedown attempt from Akiyama. Akiyama gets slowly back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akiyama displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mesterio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jun Akiyama will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Akiyama defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mesterio.
Akiyama scores with a leg kick.

Akiyama drives through with a takedown into Mesterio's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Akiyama drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akiyama jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Akiyama landing with the ground and pound.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rey Mesterio!
A relieved looking Rey Mesterio thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Yokozuna Asashoryu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dean Mccarry (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!

Asashoryu
vs
Mccarry

212 cm
21
278 lbs
6 - 2 - 0

203 cm
22
280 lbs
5 - 3 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Big right hand

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Powerful

Brute

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Yokozuna Asashoryu!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Dean Mccarry!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Yukihiro Shimada and Hirohito Nitta.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Asashoryu rushes Mccarry and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Asashoryu tries to break the clinch but Mccarry is controlling the position.
Asashoryu tries to break free but Mccarry pushes him back against the cage.
Asashoryu looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Stalling in the clinch from Mccarry.
The crowd are getting on Mccarry's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Asashoryu as Mccarry tries to tie him up.
Mccarry stalling the fight.

Asashoryu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mccarry throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Mccarry takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mccarry misses with a combination
and as Mccarry loses concentration momentarily, Asashoryu counters with a picture perfect head kick! Mccarry goes down, out cold! The referee rushed in to check on his condition - I'm sure he'll be ok but that was a massive knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Yokozuna Asashoryu!
Yokozuna Asashoryu very nearly forgot to thank Brute amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
43%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Jon Holmes (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Trevor Smith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Smith has chosen ''Big Poppa'' by The Notorious B.I.G. as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!

Holmes
vs
Smith

190 cm
25
198 lbs
7 - 7 - 0

188 cm
37
197 lbs
23 - 6 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Dangerous knees
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Jon Holmes!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 23 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Trevor Smith!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Sosuke Kotani and Hirohito Nitta.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Holmes looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Smith defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Holmes.
Holmes shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Smith as he jumps to the side.

Holmes feints and as Smith raises his hands in defense, Holmes changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Holmes drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Smith manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Holmes has Smith in his guard.
Smith engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Holmes seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Smith stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Holmes swivels though and keeps the full guard.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Holmes shoots in looking for a takedown. Smith tries to sprawl out of it but Holmes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smith manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Holmes. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Holmes shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smith wants to get back to his feet.

Smith is defending against the submission attempts here by Holmes.

Holmes wants to work for an arm triangle but Smith is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Smith is trying to stand up here but Holmes is controlling him well.

Holmes seems to be looking for submissions.

Smith manages to escape and get back to his feet!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holmes shoots in for a double leg but Smith sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Holmes fails with the takedown.

Holmes moves into range and clinches up with Smith.
Holmes is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Smith gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Holmes has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Smith after a bit of a struggle.
Smith lands a body punch.
Holmes is working for takedown but Smith is calmly controlling the position for now.
Holmes takes a knee to the side of the body.
Smith scores with a hook to the body.
Smith throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Holmes is breathing heavily.
Holmes drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Holmes is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smith stalls.
Smith lands a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smith is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Smith as Holmes tries to tie him up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Holmes goes for a takedown in the clinch but Smith prevents it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Trevor Smith will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Holmes shoots in looking for a takedown but Smith manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Holmes's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Holmes changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Smith tries to avoid it but Holmes manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Smith to the ground. Smith escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.

Holmes moves into the clinch.
Holmes misses with the head strike.
A short body shot lands from Smith as the two fighters clinch.
Holmes is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Smith is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Holmes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith pushes Holmes back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Smith as the two fighters clinch.
Smith gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Holmes.
Smith stops a takedown attempt from Holmes.

Holmes turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Holmes manages to end up in side control.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith pushes Holmes away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Holmes gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.

Smith sneaks out the side door and pushes Holmes away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Holmes closes the distance and pushes Smith back into the cage.
Holmes is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Holmes throws a punch but it's blocked by Smith.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Smith works on Holmes's body with a couple of short punches.
Smith is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Smith stops a takedown attempt from Holmes.
Smith is working Holmes over against the cage.
Holmes has Smith pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Smith manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Smith lands a body shot in the clinch.
Smith slows down the pace here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smith lands a body punch in the clinch.
Smith lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Holmes or not.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smith leaning his opponent against the cage.
Trevor Smith seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Smith lands an uppercut.
Holmes being controlled against the cage.
Smith scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Smith is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Holmes is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Smith gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smith lands a left hand that snaps the head of Holmes backwards.
Holmes is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Smith gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Holmes is working for takedown but Smith is calmly controlling the position for now.
Smith stops a takedown attempt from Holmes.
Holmes tries to work over Smith's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Holmes tries for a takedown but Smith manages to get underhooks.
Smith stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Holmes has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Smith avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Holmes's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A shot in the inside from Smith.
Smith lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short uppercut from Smith.
Smith lands a left hand.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Holmes is working for takedown but Smith is calmly controlling the position for now.
Holmes looking for a takedown.
Smith connects with a knee to the head.
Smith presses Holmes against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Smith avoiding damage.
A knee to the head by Smith.

Holmes is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Holmes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Oh Holmes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smith taking a breather.
Smith stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Smith is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Holmes being controlled against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Trevor Smith 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! This is the final round!

Smith rushes Holmes and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Holmes seems to have got his legs back now.
Holmes goes for a takedown in the clinch but Smith prevents it.
Holmes drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.

Smith drops Holmes with a big knee straight up the middle! Holmes is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!

It looks like Jon Holmes has been cut.

Smith closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Holmes tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Holmes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Holmes has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Smith avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Holmes takes a knee to the side of the body.
Smith digs a right hand underneath Holmes's ribcage. Holmes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Holmes tries to score a body lock takedown but Smith shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Holmes takes a shot to the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Smith.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Smith lands a shoulder strike.
Smith cracks Holmes on the chin with a massive knee! He's been separated from consciousness before he even hits the floor! Absolutely fantastic knee and a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Trevor Smith!
A less than humble Trevor Smith misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Izanagami Kami (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mickey Mouse (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mickey Mouse is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Kami
vs
Mouse

193 cm
22
180 lbs
5 - 4 - 0

180 cm
26
182 lbs
12 - 10 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
Very strong

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin

Ultra Fight Gear

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Izanagami Kami!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Mickey Mouse!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Taro Takaoka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Kami closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Kami is working for a kimura but Mouse is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Kami is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mouse sees it coming and defends easily.
Mouse moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.

Kami postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Mouse is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Kami, into his guard.

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

Kami is looking for a triangle but Mouse pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Kami 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.

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

That's one minute gone in the round.

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

Kami looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mouse connects with a couple of short punches.
Kami can't keep his opponent in guard - Mouse advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Mouse lands strikes from half guard.
Mouse prevents Kami from improving his position.
Mouse working Kami over with strikes.
Kami is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Mouse scores with a couple of nice shots.
Mouse working Kami over with strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mouse uses his free foot to push down on Kami's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kami.
Kami is looking to improve his position but Mouse isn't that keen on the idea.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mouse has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Kami's face.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Mickey Mouse!
In his post fight interview, Mickey Mouse gave a big smile as he said 'For all the doubters out there....Wwwwhhhhaaaat you say?'.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
96%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Floynny Pacweather Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Damien Penn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Floynny Pacweather Jr has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.

Pacweather Jr
vs
Penn

225 cm
26
145 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

168 cm
19
154 lbs
6 - 2 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Granite chin

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Powerful

A.C: Awesome Clothing

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Floynny Pacweather Jr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Damien Penn!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Yasuomi Hirokawa.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pacweather Jr misses with a takedown

and Penn counters with a nice double leg into side control. Pacweather Jr won't be happy with that.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Pacweather Jr tries to buck Penn off but Penn is having none of it.
Penn taking a breather here.
Penn working away.
Penn is staying tight to Pacweather Jr's torso, preventing him from escaping.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Damien Penn wasn't active enough on the ground.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Pacweather Jr.
Penn manages to get back to half guard.
Pacweather Jr will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Penn is controlling Pacweather Jr's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Pacweather Jr really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Penn is looking to control Pacweather Jr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Penn avoid being mounted?
Penn might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pacweather Jr kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Penn is pressing down on Pacweather Jr's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Penn is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Pacweather Jr wants to control from the top but Penn keeps moving.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Penn tries to land a sweep but no joy.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Pacweather Jr misses with a takedown

and Penn counters with a shoot takedown. Pacweather Jr fights it but they end up in guard.
Penn forces his way into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Penn in particular looking to stall.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Penn has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Penn is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Penn controlling from the full mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Pacweather Jr tries for a takedown but Penn circles away easily

and Penn counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Penn looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Penn pushing down on Pacweather Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Penn in particular looking to stall.
Penn trying to advance position but Pacweather Jr counters by regaining guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Pacweather Jr being controlled here, momentarily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Damien Penn hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.

Pacweather Jr clinches.
Penn tries for a takedown but Pacweather Jr manages to get underhooks.
Penn can't get the takedown.

Penn is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Pacweather Jr can't fight it off and eventually Penn manages to take the fight to the floor. Pacweather Jr looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Penn is pushing down on Pacweather Jr's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pacweather Jr is fighting to maintain full guard but Penn has managed to sneak the leg through.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Penn wants to take a breather but Pacweather Jr is having none of it.
Penn sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Damien Penn has got the better of the ground game so far.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Damien Penn wasn't active enough on the ground.
Pacweather Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Pacweather Jr shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Penn counters by clinching up.
Pacweather Jr prevents a takedown attempt there.
Floynny Pacweather Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Damien Penn.
Penn tries for a takedown but Pacweather Jr manages to get underhooks.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pacweather Jr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Penn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Pacweather Jr avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damien Penn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!

A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pacweather Jr is defended easily by Penn.
Pacweather Jr with a lazy takedown attempt

and Penn counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Penn.

Penn jumps guard.
Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Penn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Penn has Pacweather Jr pulled in close to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Penn manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Penn looking to control and managing it successfully.
Penn can't control as he wanted to and Pacweather Jr manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Penn is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Damien Penn is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Damien Penn was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Pacweather Jr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pacweather Jr shoots and misses

and Penn counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Penn.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Floynny Pacweather Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Penn has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Pacweather Jr uses from the top position.
Pacweather Jr is fighting to break Penn's control of his arms but Penn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Pacweather Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Penn sitting in guard, not really doing much.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Penn is pushing down on Pacweather Jr's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pacweather Jr is fighting to maintain full guard but Penn has managed to sneak the leg through.
Penn moves nicely into side control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pacweather Jr is trying to escape the position but Penn is controlling the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

And that's the end of the fight!
Damien Penn comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Penn winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight for Damien Penn!
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Damien Penn!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Damien Penn!

Damien Penn wins by unanimous decision!
Damien Penn decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
45%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Nate Oswalt (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Renato Sanches (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sanches has chosen Breaking Benjamin - Ordinary Man as his entrance music. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.

Oswalt
vs
Sanches

198 cm
25
270 lbs
3 - 1 - 0

192 cm
30
291 lbs
20 - 11 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Counter fighter
Cuts easily

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Nate Oswalt!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 20 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Renato Sanches!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Yukihiro Shimada and Yasuomi Hirokawa.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Oswalt falls off balance throwing a combination

and Sanches counters by clinching up.
Still in the clinch, Sanches scores with a nice short uppercut.

It looks like Nate Oswalt has been cut.
Sanches lands an uppercut.
Oswalt jumps guard but Sanches stands there with Oswalt around his waist. Oswalt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sanches lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Sanches.
Oswalt has had enough of the clinch but Sanches keeps him there for the moment.

Sanches drops Oswalt onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Oswalt is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!

Oswalt is rocked!
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!
Sanches pushes Oswalt against the cage. Sanches is working some dirty boxing. Sanches pushes off with a quick right hook! Oswalt goes down! Oswalt tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Sanches moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Renato Sanches! Renato Sanches retains his heavyweight title!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Renato Sanches made sure he mentioned Mango Nutrition , along with how happy he was to win his fight.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Karl Hungus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kazushi Sakuraba (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hungus comes to the cage accompanied by Marilyn Manson - Sweet Dreams. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!

Hungus
vs
Sakuraba

186 cm
29
183 lbs
18 - 13 - 0

183 cm
28
175 lbs
18 - 10 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Very quick

Good wrestler
Counter fighter
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 18 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Karl Hungus!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 18 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Kazushi Sakuraba!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Kenichi Hosakawa and Yuuki Gou.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Hungus moves into the clinch successfully.
Sakuraba tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hungus just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hungus taking a breather.
Hungus lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hungus stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hungus's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.

Hungus gets a nice trip 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.
Sakuraba avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hungus.
Sakuraba avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hungus.
Hungus working Sakuraba over with strikes.
Sakuraba is looking to improve his position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hungus throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

Hungus seems to be working for a kimura but Sakuraba defends the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hungus seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hungus missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hungus is keen to just control but Sakuraba is a slippery customer.
Sakuraba tries to get to full guard but Hungus has control of the leg.
Hungus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sakuraba keeps working.
Sakuraba wants to get back to full guard.
Sakuraba pushes Hungus off looking to stand but Hungus dives back in and keeps control.
Hungus lands with a punch from half guard.
Sakuraba wants to control but Hungus is keeping busy.
Sakuraba slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

Hungus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sakuraba has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hungus has managed to get both his arms back between Sakuraba's legs - danger averted.
Sakuraba keeping moving, preventing Hungus from controlling successfully.

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

Hungus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hungus chips away with some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hungus landing some decent shots from guard.
Sakuraba 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.
Hungus wants to pass the guard but Sakuraba is keeping the position.
Hungus 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.
Hungus has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

Sakuraba had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hungus defends it easily.
Hungus with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hungus lands a couple of digs.
Hungus trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakuraba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hungus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hungus's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Sakuraba utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hungus in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

Sakuraba working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hungus has passed into half guard!
Hungus is nestled in close to Sakuraba, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hungus working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Hungus thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sakuraba's head.

Sakuraba actively working from the bottom here.
Sakuraba avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hungus.
Hungus landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sakuraba gets back to full guard.
Hungus throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sakuraba works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hungus lands a couple of elbows.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hungus is in close to Sakuraba's body, working some short punches and elbows.

Hungus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sakuraba has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hungus has managed to get both his arms back between Sakuraba's legs - danger averted.
Hungus with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hungus postures up in Sakuraba's guard and throws a big left but Sakuraba blocks it.

Sakuraba has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hungus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hungus throws a strike but Sakuraba rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Hungus looking for a sweep. Not yet Hungus, not yet.

Hungus has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sakuraba can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Hungus striking off his back but it's not causing Sakuraba any problems.
Sakuraba throwing strikes but missing.

Hungus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karl Hungus dominated that round.
That's time! Hungus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Hungus lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.

Hungus closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sakuraba quickly recovers to half guard.
Hungus prevents Sakuraba from improving his position.
Hungus scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Sakuraba on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sakuraba is staying active underneath Hungus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sakuraba tries to roll over but Hungus keeps him under control.
Hungus scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hungus moves nicely into side control.
Sakuraba manages to get back to half guard.
Karl Hungus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sakuraba blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hungus.
Sakuraba wants to control but Hungus is keeping busy.

Hungus seems to be working for a kimura but Sakuraba defends the submission attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sakuraba gets back to full guard.
Sakuraba looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sakuraba wants to hit a switch here but Hungus passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Sakuraba there!
Hungus cracks Sakuraba with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Hungus lands a nice shot to the head.
BOOM! Hungus connects with a massive shot to the dome!

Sakuraba is rocked!
Hungus lands a big shot to the head and Sakuraba winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Karl Hungus!
Karl Hungus retains his welterweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Karl Hungus waved his t-shirt featuring iFight Fight Gear - Steel Penn - Syracuse's logo in front of the cameras.