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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Rebel Johnson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Liam Jackson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Johnson comes to the cage accompanied by If you want blood, you got it by AC/DC . Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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183 lbs
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Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 15 - 0, fighting out of New York, Rebel Johnson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of New York, Liam Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Bruno Lombardi and Reed Andrews.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jackson, right into the meat.
Jackson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jackson looks for the body kick but Johnson saw that one coming.
Johnson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jackson.
Jackson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Johnson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jackson is out of range and Johnson settles back down.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Johnson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
No joy there for Jackson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jackson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Johnson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson trying to control the position here.
Johnson preventing the sweep.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Johnson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
Jackson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jackson pulls Johnson in close to prevent any damage.
Johnson throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson being controlled here momentarily.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Liam Jackson was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Jackson is looking to clinch but Johnson is avoiding it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jackson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Johnson is out of range.
Liam Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Johnson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jackson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Good shot there by Jackson.
Johnson throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Jackson counters with a low kick, right behind Johnson 's knee.
Jackson throws a leg kick that misses.
Jackson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Horrible takedown by Johnson or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson which made him look bad.
Johnson drives through with a takedown into Jackson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johnson preventing the sweep.
Johnson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Johnson has gone for a leg lock! Jackson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Johnson's guard.
Johnson is adopting a defensive guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson won't allow Johnson to sweep him here.
Johnson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Jackson manages to get himself to full guard.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Johnson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Johnson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
Johnson throwing strikes from guard but Jackson blocks nicely.
Johnson is fighting to break Jackson's control of his arms but Jackson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Liam Jackson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Jackson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Johnson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jackson scores with a kick to the body.
Jackson scores with a leg kick.
Jackson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Johnson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jackson.
Johnson throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut lands for Jackson. That snapped Johnson's head back.
Jackson clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jackson smiles and moves away.
Jackson throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jackson tries to bum rush Johnson with a series of wild strikes but Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johnson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jackson lands a lovely overhand right.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Johnson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Johnson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jackson circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rebel Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Jackson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Johnson is putting a hurting on Jackson here, landing some big shots from side control.
Jackson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Johnson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.
Johnson prevents Jackson from improving his position.
Jackson regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Johnson.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
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!
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
Rebel Johnson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Johnson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Johnson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now.
Johnson preventing the sweep.
Jackson keeping full guard, as Johnson tries to pass.
Jackson controls Johnson momentarily but Johnson frees himself.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Johnson is stalling in the full guard.
Johnson is looking to work some ground and pound but Jackson has wrist control.
Johnson landing with the ground and pound.
Johnson throws a big right hand that misses.
Johnson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Johnson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jackson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Johnson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Jackson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Johnson has Jackson in his guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Johnson.
Johnson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Johnson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Liam Jackson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jackson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Johnson's calf.
Jackson lands a big head kick that sends Johnson tumbling to the mat! Jackson takes a step backwards and waves Johnson back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Johnson is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson scores with a leg kick.
Oh Johnson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
BOOM! Jackson lands a beautiful left hook that drops Johnson. Johnson tries to recover but Jackson is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Johnson lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Liam Jackson!
Liam Jackson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Artur Grygiel (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Von Hammer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Grygiel comes to the cage accompanied by Sobota- Za damski h.... Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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185 lbs
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182 lbs
7 - 8 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Artur Grygiel!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 8 - 0, fighting out of New York, Von Hammer!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Reed Andrews and Franklyn Lucas.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Grygiel forces Hammer back against the cage and clinches.
Hammer blocks an uppercut.
Grygiel lands a body shot.
Hammer gets underhooks to prevent Grygiel's takedown attempt.
Grygiel lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hammer prevents a body shot from Grygiel.
Grygiel's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hammer enables Grygiel to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hammer manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Grygiel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Grygiel throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Grygiel stops Hammer from standing up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hammer can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grygiel not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Grygiel landing some decent shots from guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Grygiel throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hammer working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Grygiel.
Hammer is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Grygiel is controlling him.
Grygiel wants to control from the top but Hammer keeps moving.
Grygiel postures up in Hammer's guard and throws a big left but Hammer blocks it.
Grygiel stands up over Hammer, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Grygiel trying to control but Hammer is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hammer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Grygiel throws a big elbow that misses.
Hammer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grygiel throws a strike but Hammer rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Grygiel is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Artur Grygiel has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Grygiel connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hammer's hands.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Grygiel shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Grygiel not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Grygiel takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Grygiel not doing much here.
Grygiel lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Grygiel throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hammer keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Grygiel is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Hammer blocking the ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hammer wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Grygiel.
Grygiel wants to control but instead Hammer manages to regain half guard.
Hammer keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hammer on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Artur Grygiel 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.
Grygiel throws a nice looking combination but Hammer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hammer cracks Grygiel with an open hand slap.
Hammer throws a body punch but Grygiel moves out of range.
Hammer misses with a double jab.
Grygiel on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hammer falls off balance throwing a combination
and Grygiel counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Hammer has had enough of the clinch but Grygiel keeps him there for the moment.
Hammer gets underhooks to prevent Grygiel's takedown attempt.
Hammer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hammer has had enough of the clinch but Grygiel keeps him there for the moment.
Grygiel breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Grygiel takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice takedown defense from Hammer. No joy for Grygiel on that attempt.
Grygiel tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hammer swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artur Grygiel. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grygiel tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hammer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Hammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hammer thows a body shot but no joy.
Hammer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Grygiel counters with a nice body kick.
Hammer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grygiel manages to avoid it.
Hammer moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Grygiel closes the distance and clinches.
Grygiel tries to throw a body punch but Hammer avoids it by throwing Grygiel back against the cage.
Grygiel throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Grygiel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Grygiel working aggressively here.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Grygiel is looking to break free of the clinch but Hammer has double underhooks.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Grygiel lands a damaging elbow.
It looks like Von Hammer has been cut.
Grygiel tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Hammer is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Grygiel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hammer missing with a left hand there. Grygiel was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hammer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Artur Grygiel is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Grygiel.
Hammer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Hammer works over Grygiel's head and body with a nice combination.
Hammer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hammer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hammer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Von Hammer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hammer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hammer misses with a body shot
and Grygiel counters with a low kick, right behind Hammer 's knee.
Hammer keeps the fight on the outside.
Grygiel is looking to land body kicks.
Grygiel slips under a jab from Hammer.
Grygiel closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hammer to the mat! Hammer manages to get full guard.
Hammer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Grygiel throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hammer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Grygiel wants to control from the top but Hammer keeps moving.
Hammer looking for a sweep. Not yet Hammer, not yet.
Grygiel is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Grygiel throws a strike but Hammer rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hammer stopping the sweep attempt from Grygiel.
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 Artur Grygiel will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Von Hammer's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Hammer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The fight stays on the outside here - Grygiel looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hammer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Grygiel closes the distance and pushes Hammer back into the cage.
Grygiel can't find room to land a body shot as Hammer controls the action.
Hammer blocks a body shot from Grygiel.
Grygiel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Grygiel breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Grygiel looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hammer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hammer lands with an uppercut that bounces Grygiel off the cage and back into range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hammer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Grygiel moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Grygiel looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Grygiel gets the takedown into side control.
Grygiel working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Hammer really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Grygiel. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hammer on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Grygiel wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hammer keeps working.
Grygiel throws a strike aimed at the side of Hammer's head but Hammer avoids it well.
Hammer is trying to improve his position.
Hammer is working to avoid the ground and pound but Grygiel connects with a decent elbow.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Grygiel trying to control the action but Hammer is working from the bottom.
Grygiel postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Grygiel throwing shots but missing, from side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hammer parries the strikes from Grygiel easily there. Grygiel is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Hammer to escape.
Grygiel has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Grygiel throwing strikes but Hammer manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Grygiel has one of Hammer's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Hammer stands up.
Von Hammer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hammer misses the jab.
Grygiel dodges the punch combination from Hammer.
Grygiel gets a clinch.
Grygiel misses with an elbow over the top.
Grygiel pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hammer swats away the attempt to clinch by Grygiel.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hammer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hammer looks to land a right hand but Grygiel moved out of range.
Hammer throws a big shot that misses.
Grygiel fails with an attempt to clinch.
Grygiel has taken the fight to the clinch.
Grygiel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hammer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Grygiel.
Grygiel shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hammer's guard.
Grygiel throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Grygiel loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
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.
Hammer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Grygiel wants to control from the top but Hammer keeps moving.
Grygiel lands a couple of elbows.
And that's the end of the fight!
Artur Grygiel showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Grygiel, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artur Grygiel!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Artur Grygiel made sure he mentioned TGC WEAR, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Skull Crash (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Cu IV (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Cu IV was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 6 - 1, fighting out of New York, Skull Crash!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Cu IV!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, David Schapiro and Reed Andrews.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Crash lands with a nice body punch.
Crash throws a sloppy head kick and IV moves out of range easily.
Skull Crash seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crash connects with a body shot.
IV checks a leg kick.
IV misses with a jab, cross combination.
Crash turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crash lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
IV misses with a two punch combination.
IV shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Crash as he avoids it easily.
Crash misses with a body shot.
Crash tries to land a leg kick but IV saw it coming and moves away.
Good leg kick by Crash there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Crash throws a low kick but IV moves out of range easily.
Crash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but IV moves away.
Crash fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and IV has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Skull Crash is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Crash.
Crash lands a nice leg kick that just misses IV's sensitive parts.
Crash lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Crash throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Crash tries a head kick but it misses.
Crash scores with a head kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Crash lands a two punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
IV misses with a leg kick
and Crash makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. IV really felt that one!
IV takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Crash scoring well with a low kick there.
IV takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
IV's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A head kick misses from Crash.
Crash turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crash pulls out of a head kick attempt.
IV lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
IV takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
IV needs to keep his hands up - Crash had a free shot at his head there.
Crash throws a leg kick but IV checks it.
Crash tries a head kick but it misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from IV.
Crash pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Crash just misses with a punch to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Crash.
Crash shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Crash cracks the inside of IV's front leg.
Crash tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
IV looks to throw the jab but Crash is out of range.
Crash misses with a wild body shot.
Crash keeps the fight on the outside.
A good leg kick by Crash.
Crash scores with a one two! IV had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
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.
IV avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
IV takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Skull Crash dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
IV swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Crash is looking to wear down IV with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sloppy strikes from IV. Those never looked like landing.
Crash misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from IV.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but IV might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Crash has got the better of the exchanges.
IV closes the distance and clinches.
IV pulls Crash into guard.
IV wants to sweep here but Crash controlling him for the moment.
IV is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Crash forces his way into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
IV is looking to get back to is feet but Crash passes into side control.
IV wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
IV prevents Crash from improving position.
IV can't do much from the bottom here.
IV seems a little lost for a moment, as Crash dominates the positioning.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
IV is looking to regain half guard here but Crash keeps moving and retains side control.
IV is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Crash.
IV throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
IV throws a sloppy body shot
and Crash counters with a solid body kick.
IV lands a nice shot that snaps Crash's head back.
Crash looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
IV takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
IV shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Crash but Crash pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Crash throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
IV looks to land a left hand but Crash moved out of range nicely.
Crash pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Crash throws a quick head kick that skims the top of IV's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good leg kick by Crash there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
IV moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
IV avoids the head kick by Crash.
Crash cracks a nice hook into IV's ribs.
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 Skull Crash will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
Crash buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice sprawl there from Crash as IV shoots in.
Crash throws a leg kick
and IV counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Crash misses with a body kick.
Skull Crash is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Crash misses with a low kick.
Crash throws a head kick that misses.
Crash throws a front kick aimed at IV's knee but IV avoids it well.
Crash cracks the inside of IV's front leg.
Crash throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Crash throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
IV looks for a takedown but Crash sprawls well.
Crash misses the body punch
and IV connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Crash lands a leg kick that knocks IV off balance momentarily.
IV avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
IV misses with an uppercut
and Crash counters with a head kick. That will keep IV thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Crash throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Crash lands a high kick!
IV is rocked!
Crash is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that IV can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
IV tries to clinch up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Crash throws a sloppy head kick and IV moves out of range easily.
IV blocks a head kick by Crash.
A low kick from IV is predictable there
and Crash counters with a low kick, right behind IV 's knee.
Crash lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
IV looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Crash is fending him off so far but IV persists. Nope, Crash circles away and we're back to standing.
Skull Crash has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cu IV.
Crash lands a head kick. IV smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Crash lands a big head kick that sends IV tumbling to the mat! Crash takes a step backwards and waves IV back to his feet - he wants the finish!
IV is still on wobbly legs! Can Crash finish him?
IV sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
IV takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Crash misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
IV shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Crash changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
IV seems to have recovered his senses.
Crash stuns IV with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Crash throws a head kick but IV moves out of range.
Crash changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cu IV has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Crash punishes IV's body with a nice straight punch.
Crash tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
IV wants to clinch.
IV has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Crash finds it's way round the side to connect with IV's head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
IV avoids the head kick by Crash.
Crash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but IV moves away.
Crash misses with a body shot.
IV ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Crash moves away.
Skull Crash is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Crash misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Crash throws a lazy head kick
and IV counters with a three punch combo that has Crash backing up. Crash nods at IV to acknowledge the strikes.
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!
Crash digs a good body shot into IV's ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Skull Crash showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Crash, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Skull Crash!
Skull Crash decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Rage Kootz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Delroy Holmes (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 8 - 1, fighting out of New York, Rage Kootz!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 7 - 1, fighting out of New York, Delroy Holmes!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Eddie Farnsworth and Chad Campbell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Holmes throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kootz loads up on a big right hand but Holmes slips the punch.
Kootz tries to bum rush Holmes with a series of wild strikes but Holmes uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kootz throws a head kick that half lands.
It looks like Delroy Holmes has been cut.
Kootz wants to clinch up but Holmes keeps it at a distance.
Kootz has taken the fight to the clinch.
Holmes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kootz breaks from the clinch.
Kootz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kootz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Holmes dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kootz. That did some damage!
Holmes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Holmes throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Holmes gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Holmes avoiding damage.
Kootz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Holmess head.
Kootz can't break the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holmes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kootz's efforts to push away.
Holmes misses with a knee strike.
Kootz drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Holmes gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Holmes is trying to stall.
Holmes misses with a knee to the head.
Kootz breaks the clinch.
Kootz scores with a hook to the body. Holmes takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kootz throws a sloppy head kick and Holmes moves out of range easily.
Holmes moves out of range of the body kick from Kootz.
Holmes misses with a head kick.
Holmes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kootz.
Holmes misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Delroy Holmes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kootz looks to score with a jab to the body but Holmes is just out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kootz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kootz jabs at Holmes's body.
Holmes doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kootz has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kootz wants to break free but Holmes has control.
Kootz is trying to push Holmes away but Holmes has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kootz breaks 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!
Nice defenses there by Holmes.
Holmes swings for the body but Kootz moves out of range.
Holmes pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kootz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Holmes doesn't seem bothered though.
Holmes moves into range and clinches up with Kootz.
Kootz prevents Holmes from breaking the clinch.
Kootz is trying to break the clinch but Holmes is controlling him.
Kootz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kootz jumps guard but Holmes stands there with Kootz around his waist. Kootz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Holmes has Kootz pressed against the cage, preventing Kootz from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holmes lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kootz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Holmes slips a jab from Kootz.
Kootz throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Holmes pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kootz back to the cage. Holmes follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kootz just misses with a punch to the body.
Holmes misses the shot to the body.
Kootz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Holmes wants to clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Holmes. That's going to slow Kootz down.
Holmes is looking to clinch but Kootz is avoiding it.
Holmes throws a leg kick but Kootz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Holmes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kootz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Holmes throws a low kick, looking for Kootz's leg but Kootz calmly moves out of range.
Holmes moves into range and clinches up with Kootz.
Kootz tries to score a body lock takedown but Holmes shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rage Kootz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holmes takes a shot to the head.
Holmes has had enough of the clinch but Kootz keeps him there for the moment.
Holmes crunches a lovely knee into Kootz's ribcage.
Kootz avoiding damage as Holmes throws knees to the body.
Holmes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kootz is defending well for now.
Holmes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Holmes is looking to control Kootz's arms but Kootz gets an underhook and turns him. Now Holmes has his back to the cage.
Holmes digs a right hand underneath Kootz's ribcage. Kootz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Holmes obliges.
Kootz working hard to break the clinch.
Kootz has had enough of the clinch but Holmes keeps him there for the moment.
A right hook to the body lands for Holmes.
Kootz throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Holmes blocks it with crossed arms.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Delroy Holmes will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Delroy Holmes's cut.
That's time! Kootz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Kootz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rage Kootz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Holmes tries to clinch up
and Kootz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kootz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Holmes dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kootz. That did some damage!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Holmes, right into the meat.
Delroy Holmes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Holmes throws a nice head kick!
It looks like Rage Kootz has been cut.
Kootz wants to slow Holmes down by chopping away at his legs.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kootz checks a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slapping leg kick lands for Holmes.
A good leg kick by Holmes.
Holmes scores with a head kick.
Kootz is rocked!
Holmes bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Oh Kootz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Holmes is looking to slow Kootz down with leg kicks.
Holmes misses with a head kick.
Kootz loads up on a big right hand but Holmes slips the punch.
Holmes throws a leg kick but Kootz moved away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kootz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Holmes. Holmes obviously looking to wear him down.
Kootz seems to have got his legs back now.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kootz checks a leg kick.
Holmes takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Holmes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Holmes throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kootz cracks Holmes with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Holmes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kootz avoids a kick to the body.
Holmes goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Holmes dodges the punch combination from Kootz.
Holmes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kootz.
A leg kick checked by Kootz.
Kootz swats away the attempt to clinch by Holmes.
A good leg kick by Holmes.
Holmes is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kootz rather than just go for the knockout.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holmes swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kootz counters with a straight right hand.
Kootz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Holmes counters with a slapping leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holmes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Holmes swings for the body but Kootz moves out of range.
Kootz staying out of range there.
Kootz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Holmes 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 Kootz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kootz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Holmes misses with a leg kick.
Kootz looks to throw the jab but Holmes is out of range.
Holmes throws a solid leg kick but Kootz takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Holmes.
Kootz closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A punch combination from Kootz misses.
Kootz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Holmes fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kootz throws a looping overhand right but Holmes ducks down to avoid it.
Holmes wants to land a leg kick but Kootz is out of range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kootz throws a left and a right that both miss
and Holmes counters with an outside leg kick.
Holmes throws a leg kick which misses Kootz's front leg but catches the back leg as Kootz tries to avoid it.
Holmes throws a head kick that misses.
Holmes will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kootz moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Holmes connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kootz. Kootz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Holmes tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Holmes bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kootz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kootz tries to clinch up
and Holmes counters with a one-two to the body.
No joy there for Kootz, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Holmes throws a head kick that misses.
Kootz works over Holmes's head and body with a nice combination.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kootz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holmes.
Kootz misses with a series of wild punches.
Kootz misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Holmes there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Holmes walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kootz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Holmes thumps Kootz with a low kick.
Kootz lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Holmes connects with a crisp jab.
Holmes throws a head kick but Kootz moves out of range.
Holmes tries to clinch up but Kootz circles away and keeps his distance.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Kootz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Holmes dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kootz. That did some damage!
Kootz throws a right hand that Holmes ducks under and follows up with a left that Holmes also avoids with ease.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Delroy Holmes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Kootz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Holmes counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kootz blocks a head kick by Holmes.
Holmes fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Holmes takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kootz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Holmes throws a series of punches but Kootz avoids them all with ease.
A jab from Holmes finds it's way through Kootz's defenses.
Kootz doesn't manage to clinch there - Holmes circles away.
Kootz looks to throw the jab but Holmes is out of range.
Holmes just misses with a punch to the body.
Holmes tries to clinch up.
Nice shot lands for Kootz.
Holmes throws a leg kick but Kootz sees it coming and moves out of range.
Holmes takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Holmes tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Holmes tries to clinch but Kootz moves out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kootz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Holmes swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kootz tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Holmes thumps Kootz with a low kick.
Kootz takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Holmes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kootz.
Holmes throws a head kick but Kootz moves out of range.
Holmes throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kootz stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Holmes tries a head kick but it misses.
Holmes thumps Kootz with a low kick.
Holmes misses with the combination.
Kootz throws a nice looking combination but Holmes bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Holmes throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kootz wants to clinch up but Holmes keeps it at a distance.
Rage Kootz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kootz checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Holmes slips under a jab.
Holmes walks into a jab.
Nice body kick there by Holmes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kootz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Holmes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Holmes throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Holmes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A head kick misses from Holmes.
Holmes throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kootz is looking to clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Kootz checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Holmes misses with a head kick.
Holmes takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holmes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kootz.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Holmes.
Kootz blocks a head kick by Holmes.
Kootz wants to clinch up but Holmes keeps it at a distance.
Holmes scores with a spinning back kick!
Holmes clinches up with Kootz and pushes him back against the cage.
Delroy Holmes is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kootz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kootz tries to bum rush Holmes with a series of wild strikes but Holmes uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Holmes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kootz lands a lovely overhand right.
Holmes scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kootz doesn't seem bothered though.
Holmes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kootz.
Holmes misses with a wild body shot.
Kootz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holmes moves away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
That kick from Holmes tenderised Kootz's leg. Kootz is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kootz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kootz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Holmes lands with a nice body kick.
Kootz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Holmes lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The fight stays on the outside here - Holmes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Holmes misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Holmes tries to close the distance and clinch but Kootz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Holmes lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Holmes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kootz avoids the head kick by Holmes.
Holmes moves out of range of the strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Delroy Holmes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Holmes has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Delroy Holmes!
Delroy Holmes very nearly forgot to thank BioPharm Nutrition 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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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Gregory Matice Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Saunders (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Saunders comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Limp Bizkit - Break Stuff kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Gregory Matice Jr could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Joe Saunders's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 8 - 0, fighting out of New York, Gregory Matice Jr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
12 - 10 - 0, fighting out of New York, Joe Saunders!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Dean Styles and Lou da Vinci.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Matice Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Matice Jr swings for the body but Saunders moves out of range.
Saunders swings for the body but Matice Jr moves out of range.
Saunders stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Saunders wants it to stay on the feet.
Matice Jr shoots in for a takedown but Saunders shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Saunders shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Matice Jr manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Matice Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Matice Jr seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Saunders must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Matice Jr 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.
Matice Jr keeping moving, preventing Saunders from controlling successfully.
Saunders with a nice head shot there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Saunders trying to control the position from guard on top but Matice Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matice Jr is controlling Saunders's posture.
Matice Jr is trying to keep Saunders in close.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matice Jr will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Saunders working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Matice Jr has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Saunders has passed into side control.
Saunders has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Saunders scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Matice Jr is desperately trying to improve his position but Saunders has a good base and remains in mount.
Saunders looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Matice Jr is working to get back to half guard.
Matice Jr tries to lock up and control but Saunders gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Saunders fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
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!
Saunders with the ground and pound from mount.
Saunders prevents Matice Jr from getting the reversal.
The referee warns Matice Jr that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Matice Jr is rocked!
Saunders postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Matice Jr in real trouble here! The ref calls for Matice Jr to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Saunders!
A relieved looking Joe Saunders thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Jimmy Young (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Edmundo Edilhson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jimmy Young had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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171 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
17 - 5 - 0, fighting out of New York, Jimmy Young!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 8 - 0, fighting out of New York, Edmundo Edilhson!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Lou da Vinci and David Schapiro.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Edilhson misses with a wild body shot.
Young fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Young enables Edilhson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Young manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Young is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Edilhson is controlling him.
Young keeping full guard, as Edilhson tries to pass.
Young keeping moving, preventing Edilhson from controlling successfully.
Edilhson stopping the sweep attempt from Young.
Edilhson passes Young's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Young wants to get back to full guard.
Edilhson is thwarting Young's attempts to control the position.
Young is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Edilhson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Young defend it? Edilhson steps over the head and cranks it - Young is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Edilhson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Edmundo Edilhson!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Thai Bo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Maxim Simmons (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bo comes to the cage accompanied by Дамат - Новый &. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Thai Bo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Maxim Simmons!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Lou da Vinci and Eddie Farnsworth.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A head kick from Bo lands but Simmons takes it in his stride.
Simmons throws a leg kick but Bo checks it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Simmons, as that shot connected.
It looks like Thai Bo has been cut.
Bo is looking to clinch.
Simmons drops Bo with a beautiful combination! Bo stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Simmons is looking for the KO!
Bo is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simmons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bo.
Oh Bo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The fighters circling - Simmons throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bo!
Simmons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simmons.
Simmons goes for a small jab and connects. Now Simmons goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! Bo stumbles back but Simmons runs in with a huge uppercut knocking Bo to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if Bo will ever be the same after a knockout like that.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Maxim Simmons!
A relieved looking Maxim Simmons 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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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Borat Sagdiyev (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Miles Harunodo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sagdiyev comes into the arena with Mamaliga blaring out of the sound system. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Borat Sagdiyev!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
13 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Miles Harunodo!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Franklyn Lucas and Eddie Farnsworth.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Some bone on bone action there as Sagdiyev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sagdiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Harunodo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sagdiyev clinches up against the cage.
Sagdiyev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Harunodo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Harunodo is trying to break the clinch but Sagdiyev is controlling him.
Harunodo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sagdiyev softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Harunodo.
Harunodo is trying to force a seperation but Sagdiyev has the dominant position.
Sagdiyev keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Harunodo's efforts to push away.
Sagdiyev keeps control of Harunodo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Harunodo wants to get back to striking at distance but Sagdiyev won't allow it.
Sagdiyev throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Harunodos head.
Harunodo manages to break 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!
Sagdiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sagdiyev fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Harunodo is out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sagdiyev looks to land a left hand but Harunodo moved out of range nicely.
Miles Harunodo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sagdiyev throws a right hand that misses
and Harunodo counters with a low kick, right behind Sagdiyev 's knee.
Sagdiyev throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Harunodo to counter with a crisp jab.
No joy there for Harunodo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Harunodo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sagdiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Harunodo just misses with a punch to the body.
A head kick by Harunodo misses
and Sagdiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Sagdiyev fails in his attempt to clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sagdiyev swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Harunodo.
It looks like Miles Harunodo has been cut.
That kick from Harunodo tenderised Sagdiyev's leg. Sagdiyev is trying to keep his angry face on.
Harunodo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sagdiyev checks it well.
A big left from Harunodo misses.
Sagdiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sagdiyev's corner calls for a 1-2. Sagdiyev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Harunodo throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sagdiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Harunodo is rocked!
Sagdiyev loads up on a big right hand but Harunodo slips the punch.
Harunodo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sagdiyev blocks a jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sagdiyev swings for the body but Harunodo moves out of range.
Sagdiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sagdiyev misses with a body shot
and Harunodo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut there from Sagdiyev.
Harunodo is still on wobbly legs! Can Sagdiyev finish him?
Sagdiyev connects with a leg kick. Harunodo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Harunodo seems to have recovered his senses.
Harunodo throws a head kick but Sagdiyev moves out of range.
Harunodo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sagdiyev takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Harunodo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big left from Sagdiyev misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harunodo missing with a left hand there. Sagdiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Harunodo throws a leg kick
and Sagdiyev counters with a leg kick.
Harunodo ducks under a wild hook from Sagdiyev.
Harunodo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Sagdiyev misses the target.
Good shot there by Harunodo.
Sagdiyev avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Sagdiyev looks to land a combination but Harunodo avoids it well.
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 Borat Sagdiyev will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Miles Harunodo's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Sagdiyev moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sagdiyev tries to bum rush Harunodo with a series of wild strikes but Harunodo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Harunodo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sagdiyev looks to land a combination but Harunodo avoids it well.
Harunodo misses with a right hand
and Sagdiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Sagdiyev connects with a jab.
Sagdiyev throws out a loose jab but Harunodo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harunodo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sagdiyev is out of range and Harunodo settles back down.
Harunodo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sagdiyev moves away from the strike by Harunodo.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sagdiyev lands a nice hook to Harunodo's body. Harunodo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A cross from Harunodo lands.
Harunodo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sagdiyev misses with a looping left.
Harunodo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Harunodo throws an overhand right that lands on Sagdiyev's shoulder, as Sagdiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Harunodo thuds his shin into the meat of Sagdiyev's side.
Harunodo lands a brutal head kick. Sagdiyev looks out on his feet and Harunodo throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Miles Harunodo!
A very excited looking Miles Harunodo rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Rufus Speed (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mike Henderson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Henderson's choice of entrance music: American Bad Ass. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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159 lbs
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153 lbs
19 - 7 - 1 |
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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
13 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Rufus Speed!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
19 - 7 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Mike Henderson!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Columbo Gatti and Jorge Garcia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Speed pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jab from Henderson.
Rufus Speed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Speed misses.
Henderson moves out of range of the body kick from Speed.
Henderson just misses with a punch to the body.
Henderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Henderson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Speed checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Henderson scores with a hook.
Henderson misses with a hook. Speed ducked under it nicely.
Henderson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Henderson works the jab nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Henderson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Speed cracks Henderson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Speed scores with the left hand. Henderson knows he should have avoided that one.
Henderson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Speed's hands.
A slow jab from Speed misses its intended target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Speed thows a leg kick but Henderson checks it
and Henderson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Henderson wants to take a breather but Speed is having none of it.
Henderson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Henderson trying to control from half guard but Speed is working away.
Speed is trying to maintain the position but Henderson is very close to passing his half guard.
Henderson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Speed does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Mike Henderson hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Speed misses with a hook.
Henderson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Henderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Speed sees it coming and avoids it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Speed looks for the body kick but Henderson saw that one coming.
Henderson connects with a right hand. Speed shakes it off.
Speed is rocked!
Speed misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Henderson counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mike Henderson!
An out of breath Mike Henderson 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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Main event
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Taco Bueno (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tyler Richards (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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26
200 lbs
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188 lbs
21 - 5 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Taco Bueno!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
21 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Tyler Richards!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Anthony Taglia and Lou da Vinci.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Richards dips to his left and cracks Bueno with an uppercut!
Taco Bueno seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Richards 's head but he takes it in his stride.
It looks like Tyler Richards has been cut.
Bueno tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Richards manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Richards walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
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!
Bueno walks into a left hand.
Richards ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bueno moves away.
Richards throws a head kick that misses.
Richards misses with a wild body shot.
Richards bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bueno's head.
Bueno forces Richards back against the cage and clinches.
Bueno misses with a body punch.
Bueno tries a body shot but Richards blocks it.
Richards can't find room to land a body shot as Bueno controls the action.
Bueno blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Richards throws a head punch that misses.
Bueno content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Richards blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bueno manages to break the clinch.
Richards slips under a jab.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bueno takes a swing at Richards's ribcage but misses.
Bueno throws a quick inside leg kick.
Richards keeps the fight on the outside.
Bueno shoots for a takedown but Richards saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Richards avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Richards throws a body kick that misses
and Bueno counters with a straight right hand.
Richards lands a nice looking body shot.
Richards with a nice cross.
Bueno wants to clinch.
A swing and a miss from Bueno.
Richards lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bueno at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Richards fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bueno on the side of the head.
Bueno ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Richards moves away.
Bueno takes a shot to the body in his stride.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Richards circles away from the clinch attempt.
Richards throws a quick inside leg kick.
A punch combination from Bueno misses.
Bueno takes the fight into the clinch.
Richards tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bueno just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bueno manages to break the clinch.
Bueno fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Richards manages to avoid it.
A left lands for Richards.
Bueno tries for a takedown but Richards sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Richards scores with a nice body kick.
Bueno walks into a straight right hand from Richards.
Bueno misses with a wild combination.
Richards turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bueno is breathing heavily.
Richards takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Richards scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A telegraphed right hand from Bueno misses the target.
Richards ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bueno chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Richards can pounce on him.
Richards scores with a jab to the head.
Bueno takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Richards darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Richards throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bueno stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Richards lands a really nice looking cross but Bueno seems unphased.
Richards closes the distance and clinches.
Richards tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bueno's elbow.
A left hand lands to the body for Bueno.
Bueno tries to throw a body punch but Richards avoids it by throwing Bueno back against the cage.
Richards turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Richards manages to end up in side control.
Richards lands a nice forearm strike.
Bueno is trying to work for a sweep but Richards has mounted him!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Richards looking to control but Bueno is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Richards working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Richards looking to finish Bueno with some ground and pound. This is bad for Bueno!
Bueno tries to hold on but Richards postures up.
Bueno tries to reverse the position but Richards maintains control.
Richards lands a nice shot to the head.
Richards in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Richards in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Richards wants to control the pace but Bueno is squirming around nicely.
Bueno tries to reverse the position but Richards maintains control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyler Richards dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tyler Richards's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Richards lands a nice hook to Bueno's body. Bueno takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Richards moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bueno takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bueno takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Richards fails with a takedown attempt.
Bueno scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bueno throws a right and a left that Richards avoids nicely.
Richards fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bueno on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Richards lands with a nice body punch.
Bueno chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Richards can pounce on him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Richards delivers a nice body kick.
Richards with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Richards throws a sloppy head kick and Bueno moves out of range easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bueno takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bueno is looking to clinch.
Richards uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bueno.
Richards has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Richards scores with a jab to the head.
Bueno tries to clinch up
and Richards counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Richards throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bueno to regain full guard.
Bueno looking for a sweep. Not yet Bueno, not yet.
Richards wants to control from the top but Bueno keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bueno looking to control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Richards won't allow Bueno to sweep him here.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Tyler Richards was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Bueno doesn't manage to clinch there - Richards circles away.
Richards connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bueno. Bueno circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bueno takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Richards lands a body shot.
Bueno tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Richards drops Bueno with a left and a right! Oh, Bueno is hurt - Richards dives into side control looking to finish!
Bueno is rocked!
Richards controls the position from side control.
Oh Bueno is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Richards in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Bueno looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Richards turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tyler Richards! Tyler Richards retains his middleweight title!
After winning the bout, Tyler Richards thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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