TMG 14: Sapp x Bruce PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kazushi Sakuraba (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Steven Stifler (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Steven Stifler will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.

Sakuraba
vs
Stifler

185 cm
23
275 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

225 cm
29
300 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Very strong

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Kazushi Sakuraba!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Steven Stifler!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Taro Takaoka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stifler uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sakuraba has time to react.

It looks like Kazushi Sakuraba has been cut.
A big left from Sakuraba misses.
Sakuraba looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sakuraba misses with a takedown attempt - Stifler sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Stifler looks to land a combination. Sakuraba sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Sakuraba ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stifler moves away.
Jab by Stifler.
Stifler slips a straight right by Sakuraba.
Sakuraba takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Horrible takedown by Sakuraba or perhaps it was just good defense by Stifler which made him look bad.
Stifler lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Horrible takedown by Sakuraba or perhaps it was just good defense by Stifler which made him look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazushi Sakuraba. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sakuraba throws a big shot that misses.
Sakuraba chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Stifler can pounce on him.
A left lands for Stifler.
The fighters circle momentarily. Stifler darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Stifler scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sakuraba slips a jab and a cross from Stifler.
Sakuraba takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A nice combination there by Stifler.
Sakuraba tries to bum rush Stifler with a series of wild strikes but Stifler uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sakuraba takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.

Kazushi Sakuraba's cut is getting worse.
Sakuraba shoots in but no luck this time.
Stifler is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sakuraba had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Sakuraba tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stifler was well out of range. Poor timing from Sakuraba.
Stifler cracks Sakuraba with a right hand to the side of the head.
Stifler digs a good hook to Sakuraba's body.
Stifler throws a right hand that Sakuraba ducks under and follows up with a left that Sakuraba also avoids with ease.
Stifler takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Stifler avoids the body shot from Sakuraba.
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!
Some wild striking there from Stifler.
Stifler lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Steven Stifler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sakuraba throws a hook to the side of Stifler's head but Stifler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stifler scores with the left hand. Sakuraba knows he should have avoided that one.
Sakuraba is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Stifler.
Sakuraba throws the left hand but Stifler avoids the punch easily.
Sakuraba is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Stifler.

Kazushi Sakuraba's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Sakuraba connects with a body shot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stifler getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Stifler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sakuraba.
Stifler lands with a nice combination. Sakuraba backs away looking to recover.
Stifler throws a front kick that sends Sakuraba stumbling back into the cage.
Stifler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sakuraba.
Stifler has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Sakuraba takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Stifler is working the combinations to good effect here.
Sakuraba takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.

Jeez, Kazushi Sakuraba's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Stifler cracks a nice hook into Sakuraba's ribs.
Stifler bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Stifler digs a good body shot into Sakuraba's ribs.
Stifler throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Stifler scoring well with a low kick there.
A slow jab from Sakuraba misses its intended target.
Sakuraba shoots in for a takedown but Stifler shows good takedown defense.
Sakuraba is breathing heavily.
Sakuraba looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Steven Stifler!

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Mitsuhiro Nakamura (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Satoshi Kajiwara (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!

Nakamura
vs
Kajiwara

180 cm
25
170 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

183 cm
30
184 lbs
15 - 19 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
Cuts easily

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent knees
Granite 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 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Mitsuhiro Nakamura!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 19 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Satoshi Kajiwara!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yuuki Gou and Shigeki Sano.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kajiwara throws a head kick but Nakamura moves out of range.
Nakamura avoids the head kick by Kajiwara.
Kajiwara slaps away a takedown attempt from Nakamura, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kajiwara throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Nakamura.

It looks like Mitsuhiro Nakamura has been cut.
Nakamura drops his hands momentarily and Kajiwara needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Nakamura just on the top of the head. Nakamura drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Nakamura - he's done!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Satoshi Kajiwara!

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
82%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Darth Penguin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eddie Powerslave (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Penguin
vs
Powerslave

192 cm
31
205 lbs
15 - 10 - 0

184 cm
25
205 lbs
3 - 4 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Very quick

BJJ Brown Belt
World class boxer
Good gas tank

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 15 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Darth Penguin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Eddie Powerslave!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Shigeki Sano and Yukihiro Shimada.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Powerslave gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Penguin to score an easy takedown into full 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.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Penguin trying to control but Powerslave is working from the bottom.

Powerslave looking for a guillotine here but Penguin defends easily.

Powerslave looking for a guillotine here but Penguin defends easily.
Powerslave keeping moving, preventing Penguin from controlling successfully.
Penguin advances to half guard.

Powerslave actively working from the bottom here.
Penguin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Powerslave wants to get back to full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Powerslave looking for submissions off his back.

Penguin is working for a submission of some sort.

Penguin is working for a submission of some sort.
Powerslave is looking for a sweep. Penguin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Powerslave is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Penguin pulls his head out easily.
Penguin trying to control from half guard but Powerslave is working away.

Powerslave is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Penguin pulls his head out easily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Penguin is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Penguin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Powerslave knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Penguin trying to control the action but Powerslave is working from the bottom.
Powerslave is trying to stand back up but Penguin is controlling him

Powerslave looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Powerslave is trying to stand back up but Penguin is controlling him

Powerslave is defending against the submission attempts here by Penguin.

Powerslave actively working from the bottom here.
Penguin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Penguin moves into full mount! Powerslave won't be happy about that!
Powerslave slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.

Powerslave looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Powerslave is looking to improve his position.

Penguin decides to stand and escape the position.
Penguin swings and misses with a hook to the body.

Penguin shoots in and gets a takedown into Powerslave's guard.
Penguin looking to pass the guard.
Penguin content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Penguin trying to control the position from guard on top but Powerslave is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Powerslave is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Penguin lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.

Powerslave is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Penguin defends well.
Powerslave is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Penguin is controlling him.

Penguin drops back looking for a leg! Powerslave is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Powerslave manages to kick Penguin off! Penguin jumps back into Powerslave's guard.
Penguin trying to control but Powerslave is working from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darth Penguin dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Penguin closes the distance and pushes Powerslave back into the cage.

Powerslave breaks from the clinch.
Powerslave looks to score with a jab to the body but Penguin is just out of range.

Powerslave gets caught napping as Penguin dives in and scores a takedown. Powerslave manages to retain guard.

Penguin gets to his feet - Powerslave follows without any prompting.
Darth Penguin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Powerslave lands with a slapping head kick.
Penguin tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Powerslave counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Penguin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Powerslave manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Eddie Powerslave seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick lands from Powerslave.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Powerslave shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Penguin eats them both and turns towards Powerslave to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Powerslave tries to land a front kick but Penguin steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Powerslave missing with a left hand there. Penguin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Penguin fails with an attempt to clinch.
A swing and a miss from Powerslave.

Penguin looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.

Powerslave actively working from the bottom here.
Powerslave is trying to stand up here but Penguin is controlling him well.
Powerslave gets full guard.

Penguin gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Powerslave keeps the fight on the outside.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Penguin shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Powerslave manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Penguin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.

Powerslave is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Penguin defends well.
Penguin wants to control from the top but Powerslave keeps moving.

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

Powerslave working for a triangle but Penguin defends it easily.
Powerslave keeping moving, preventing Penguin from controlling successfully.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

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

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

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

Powerslave is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Penguin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Penguin trying to control but Powerslave is working from the bottom.

Powerslave is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Penguin sitting in guard here, content to control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Powerslave working for a triangle but Penguin defends it easily.

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

Powerslave working for a triangle but Penguin defends it easily.
Powerslave is breathing heavily.
Powerslave keeping moving, preventing Penguin from controlling successfully.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Powerslave is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Penguin defends well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Eddie Powerslave 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!

Powerslave lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Powerslave is trying to break the clinch but Penguin is controlling him.

Penguin decides to pull guard.
Penguin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Penguin seems keen to control Powerslave's posture.
Penguin has a closed guard, preventing Powerslave from standing up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Powerslave stopping the sweep attempt from Penguin.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Powerslave throws a nice looking combination but Penguin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Powerslave has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Nice body punch from Powerslave.
Powerslave misses with a right hand
and Penguin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Powerslave tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Powerslave misses with a kick to the body.
Powerslave fails to land with a series of punches.
Powerslave throws an overhand right that lands on Penguin's shoulder, as Penguin tries to avoid the shot.
Powerslave throws a lazy uppercut

and Penguin decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Powerslave's guard.
Powerslave takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Penguin lands a couple of elbows.

Powerslave looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Penguin forces his way into half guard.

Penguin seems to be looking for submissions.
Penguin is looking to advance position but Powerslave won't allow it.
Penguin wants to control but Powerslave is keeping him busy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Penguin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Powerslave has managed to free his arm - good work.
Penguin wants to pass to mount but Powerslave is defending the position.

Powerslave looking for submissions off his back.
Powerslave is trying to escape back to his feet but Penguin uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Penguin trying to control the position but Powerslave is working away.

Penguin decides to stand up, so the ref orders Powerslave to his feet.
Penguin loads up on a big right hand but Powerslave slips the punch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Penguin.

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

Penguin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

Penguin stands up and beckons Powerslave to his feet.
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!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Powerslave scoring well with a low kick there.

Penguin fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Powerslave sprawls well initially but Penguin persists and gets the takedown into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darth Penguin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Penguin has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darth Penguin!
Darth Penguin very nearly forgot to thank L.A. Elite Clothing Co amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
84%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Daniel Dumile (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hawk Gunner (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dumile comes to the cage accompanied by Doomsday. 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 Hawk Gunner was going to win. Let's see if he was right.

Dumile
vs
Gunner

210 cm
30
286 lbs
16 - 8 - 0

195 cm
25
284 lbs
6 - 2 - 0

Dangerous GnP
Solid boxing
Granite chin

BJJ Brown Belt
Excellent boxer
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 16 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Daniel Dumile!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Hawk Gunner!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Sosuke Kotani and Hirohito Nitta.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gunner ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dumile moves away.
Dumile lands a high kick!
Gunner tries to bum rush Dumile with a series of wild strikes but Dumile uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

Gunner gets a double leg takedown into Dumile's guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Dumile manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Gunner bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Dumile wants to get back to his feet but Gunner passes into half guard.
Dumile tries to get to full guard but Gunner has control of the leg.

Gunner is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dumile sees it coming and defends easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dumile manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Dumile is looking to stand up but Gunner isn't so interested in that idea.
Gunner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gunner wants to control from the top but Dumile keeps moving.
Gunner pushing down on Dumile's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Dumile holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Dumile is looking for a sweep. Gunner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gunner thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dumile punching from the bottom.
Gunner sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dumile is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Dumile is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunner pulls his head out easily.
Gunner looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gunner wants to take a breather but Dumile is having none of it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gunner passes to full mount!
Dumile is trying to stand up.
Dumile blocking the ground and pound.
Gunner controlling the position easily from mount.
We've been informed that Gunner has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Dumile tries to hold on but Gunner postures up.
Gunner throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Dumile because Gunner loaded up on that one.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dumile manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gunner seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gunner works his way into side control.
Gunner advances to full mount.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Gunner avoids the attempt from Dumile to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hawk Gunner dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Gunner jabs Dumile right on the nose. Dumile blinks but takes it well.
Dumile throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gunner.
Gunner swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Dumile counter with a right hand.
Gunner moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.

It looks like Daniel Dumile has been cut.
Dumile dodges the punch combination from Gunner.
Gunner misses with a series of wild punches.
Gunner throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gunner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dumile was well out of range. Poor timing from Gunner.
Gunner throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gunner stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gunner wants it to stay on the feet.
Gunner misses with a hook
and Dumile counters with a stiff right hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gunner on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Dumile explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Gunner lands a really nice looking cross but Dumile seems unphased.

Gunner decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Dumile wants to get back to full guard.

Dumile is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunner pulls his head out easily.
Gunner is trying to control the action in half guard but Dumile is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

Gunner is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dumile is just riding it out for now. Gunner eventually gives up the hold.
Gunner is thwarting Dumile's attempts to control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dumile is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dumile keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Gunner is trying to control the action in half guard but Dumile is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gunner prevents Dumile from improving his position.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gunner is looking to advance position but Dumile won't allow it.
Gunner controlling the action here.
Dumile gets full guard.
Gunner trying to control the position from guard on top but Dumile is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gunner stopping the sweep attempt from Dumile.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Gunner trying to control the position from guard on top but Dumile is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gunner is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Hawk Gunner hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Gunner keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dumile.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Gunner looks to land a combination but Dumile avoids it well.
Dumile dives in for a single leg takedown but Gunner sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Dumile shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dumile wants to control from the top but Gunner keeps moving.

Gunner is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dumile defends well.
Dumile postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dumile throws an elbow that misses. Gunner uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dumile's guard. Nice move by Gunner!
Gunner postures up.
Gunner showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Gunner wants to pass the guard but Dumile is keeping the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Dumile 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.
Gunner wants to pass the guard but Dumile is keeping the position.
Dumile will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dumile can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gunner controls the pace.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Dumile lands a head shot.
Gunner takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dumile fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gunner.
Nice shot lands for Gunner.
Gunner lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dumile at a distance.
Hawk Gunner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dumile looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gunner is fending him off so far but Dumile persists. Nope, Gunner circles away and we're back to standing.
Gunner rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dumile moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Daniel Dumile is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Good standup being displayed there by Gunner as he connects with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dumile uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gunner.
Dumile uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Gunner has time to react.
Gunner looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gunner tries to bum rush Dumile with a series of wild strikes but Dumile uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dumile uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gunner.
Gunner throws out a loose jab but Dumile uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gunner looks to throw the jab but Dumile is out of range.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gunner throws a hook to the side of Dumile's head but Dumile sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gunner throws an off balance right hand
and Dumile counters with a body kick that stops Gunner in his tracks momentarily.
Gunner takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dumile misses with a body shot.
Dumile fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gunner has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dumile uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gunner.
A slapping body kick lands there for Dumile.
Gunner throws a nice looking combination but Dumile bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dumile fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Gunner crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Dumile - the referee stops the clock and Gunner gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Dumile. Gunner manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Good standup being displayed there by Dumile as he connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dumile shoots in but no luck this time.
Gunner has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dumile.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gunner just misses with a punch to the body.
Dumile thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Gunner if he has to take too many more of those.
A big right from Gunner misses.
Dumile with a hook.
Hawk Gunner seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dumile lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dumile is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Dumile cracks the inside of Gunner's front leg.
Nice straight punches there by Dumile. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dumile.
Gunner lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dumile circles away quickly and effectively.
Dumile dives in for a single leg takedown but Gunner sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Daniel Dumile. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A body shot lands from Dumile.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Dumile pressing his opponent against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Daniel Dumile showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gunner has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29

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

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
70%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Jon Jorvee (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jonathan Mayers (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jonathan Mayers acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.

Jorvee
vs
Mayers

163 cm
26
135 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

160 cm
28
140 lbs
5 - 4 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Very strong

Good wrestler
Brawler
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Jon Jorvee!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Jonathan Mayers!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Shimada, Shirou Masuda and Shigeki Fujiwara.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Jorvee closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mayers to the mat! Mayers manages to get full guard.
Jorvee throws a big elbow that misses.
Jorvee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Our spies down at at Tenacity Elite - Best Value/Elite Trainers inform us that Mayers has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Jorvee landing some decent shots from guard.
Mayers working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jorvee.
Jorvee throws a big elbow that misses.
Jorvee looking to pass the guard.
Jorvee throwing strikes but missing.
Jorvee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mayers is keeping the position for now.
Jorvee throws a big right hand that misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jorvee loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.

Jorvee avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jorvee landing some decent shots from guard.
Jorvee throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mayers works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mayers has momentary wrist control but Jorvee slips an elbow through the middle.
Jorvee working some strikes from top position.
Jorvee has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Jorvee won't allow Mayers to sweep him here.
Jorvee cracks Mayers with a solid left hand.
Jorvee landing some decent shots from guard.
Jorvee stands and throws Mayers's legs to the side, diving into side control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Jorvee is trying to get an arm triangle but Mayers is defending well.
Jorvee scores with punches from side control.
Mayers avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Jorvee.
Mayers tries to improve position but can't.
Jorvee in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Mayers on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Check out the look on Jorvee's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The strikes coming from Jorvee are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Jorvee in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Mayers takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Jorvee creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Mayers is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Jorvee cracks Mayers with a big elbow.
Mayers takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Mayers looks winded!

Jorvee tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mayers is working to avoid the ground and pound but Jorvee connects with a decent elbow.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Jorvee tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jorvee has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jorvee working the head and body with strikes.
Jorvee working the strikes but Mayers uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Jorvee is looking to advance position but Mayers won't allow it.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Nice strikes from Jorvee there.
Jorvee looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Mayers with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jorvee thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mayers's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Jorvee dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Jorvee connects with a nice looking jab.

Jorvee shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Mayers's guard.
Jorvee advances to half guard.
Jorvee not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mayers keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Mayers tries to roll over but Jorvee keeps him under control.
Mayers keeps trying to improve his position.
Jorvee works his way into full mount!
Jorvee pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jorvee lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jorvee raining down hammerfists from mount.

Mayers is rocked!
Mayers is breathing heavily.
Jorvee punishing his opponent with strikes.
Mayers is still in real trouble! Can Jorvee finish him?
Jorvee landing strikes from the mount.
Jorvee fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Jorvee lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Mayers! Jorvee sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Mayers and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jon Jorvee!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Ka Bann (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kantaro Hoshino (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?

Bann
vs
Hoshino

175 cm
28
170 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

165 cm
21
174 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Granite chin

Good wrestler
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

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 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Ka Bann!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Kantaro Hoshino!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Yukihiro Shimada and Yuuki Gou.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bann tries to clinch up
letting Hoshino counter with a right hand.
Hoshino has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bann is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bann lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hoshino's sensitive parts.
Hoshino lands a nice looking body shot.
Bann is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hoshino lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bann circles away quickly and effectively.
Hoshino throws a hook but Bann avoids it easily.
Bann tries to clinch up but Hoshino circles away and keeps his distance.
Bann tries to clinch
and Hoshino counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bann closes the distance but Hoshino moves to the side
and Bann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hoshino cracks Bann with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bann takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bann darts in trying to clinch

and Hoshino counters with a nice right hand that sends Bann toppling to the canvas! Bann scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Hoshino finish him?!

Bann is rocked!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bann tries to clinch but Hoshino moves out of range.
Hoshino cracks Bann with a hook to the temple - Bann is on wobbly legs here! Hoshino swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Bann falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Hoshino wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Kantaro Hoshino!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Crazy Datsik (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Daniel Francisco (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Datsik kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Binge and purge by Clutch. Crazy Datsik has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

Datsik
vs
Francisco

160 cm
28
142 lbs
8 - 4 - 0

182 cm
19
142 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Great low kicks
Cardio machine

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin

GREEN!160

LOD: Affordable Quality

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 4 - 0, fighting out of New York, Crazy Datsik!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Daniel Francisco!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Shigeki Sano and Sosuke Kotani.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Francisco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Datsik is fending him off so far but Francisco persists. Nope, Datsik circles away and we're back to standing.
Datsik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Datsik lands a nice leg kick that just misses Francisco's sensitive parts.
Datsik fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Francisco checks it well.
Datsik throws a leg kick which misses Francisco's front leg but catches the back leg as Francisco tries to avoid it.
Datsik lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Datsik throws a quick inside leg kick.
Datsik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Francisco dives in and grabs Datsik's left leg, looking for a takedown. Datsik pushes down on Francisco's head and hops out.
Datsik cracks Francisco with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.

It looks like Daniel Francisco has been cut.
Datsik lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Francisco avoids the head kick by Datsik.
Crazy Datsik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Francisco goes for a double leg but Datsik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Datsik continues to drive forward.
Crazy Datsik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Francisco.

Datsik manages to break the clinch.
Francisco on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Datsik. Datsik obviously looking to wear him down.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A nice inside leg kick there by Datsik. That's going to slow Francisco down.
Crazy Datsik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Datsik tries a head kick but it misses.
Datsik lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Francisco's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Datsik scores with a push kick.
Datsik feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Francisco's calf.
Francisco tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Datsik paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Datsik lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Francisco tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Datsik was well out of range. Poor timing from Francisco.
Datsik throws a head kick that Francisco semi-blocks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Datsik catches Francisco with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Francisco avoids the head kick by Datsik.
Datsik is looking to slow Francisco down with leg kicks.
Datsik throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Francisco blocks a low kick nicely.
Datsik throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Datsik throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Datsik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Datsik scores with a head kick.
Datsik throws a head kick that misses.
Datsik walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Francisco checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Francisco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Datsik defends well and Francisco ends up having to push Datsik into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Datsik can't break the clinch.
Datsik prevents a takedown attempt there.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Datsik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Francisco just misses with a punch to the body.
Datsik throws a head kick but Francisco moves out of range.

Francisco moves into the clinch successfully.
Francisco is trying to drag Datsik to the mat but Datsik just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Datsik lands a left hand.

Datsik breaks from the clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Datsik.
Datsik connects with an inside leg kick.
Francisco misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Datsik.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A good leg kick by Datsik.
Datsik turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Datsik.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Datsik lands a leg kick that knocks Francisco off balance momentarily.
Francisco takes one to the chin there.
Datsik scoring well with a low kick there.
Francisco is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Datsik - that will leave a mark!
Francisco looks winded!
Datsik lands a nice leg kick that just misses Francisco's sensitive parts.
Jab, jab by Datsik - just one landing.

That has opened up Daniel Francisco's cut even more.
Datsik throws a head kick but Francisco moves out of range.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
The fighters circle, before Datsik throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Francisco's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Datsik lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Crazy Datsik!
Crazy Datsik made sure to mention his sponsor, GREEN!160 in his post fight interview.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
47%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kasim Akande (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bas Severn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!

Akande
vs
Severn

189 cm
30
239 lbs
16 - 7 - 0

193 cm
26
280 lbs
10 - 3 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
Dangerous knees
Insanely flexible

Good wrestler
World class MT
Good gas tank

KAISER

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 16 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Kasim Akande!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Bas Severn!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Ren Mimura and Shirou Masuda.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Akande throws a lazy uppercut
and Severn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

It looks like Kasim Akande has been cut.
Akande misses with a head kick.
Akande shoots in for a takedown but Severn shows good takedown defense.
Akande looks to land a left hand but Severn moved out of range nicely.
Nice defenses there by Akande.
Akande feints and then cracks Severn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Severn down.
Akande missing with a left hand there. Severn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Severn fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Akande is out of range.
Good leg kick by Akande there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Severn closes the distance but Akande moves to the side
and Akande counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Severn is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Akande thows a body shot but no joy.
Severn has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Akande throws a leg kick but Severn sees it coming and moves out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akande misses with a wild body shot.
Severn goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Severn misses with a low kick.
Severn throws a sloppy body shot

and Akande counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.

Akande is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Severn is just riding it out for now. Akande eventually gives up the hold.
Severn is pressing down on Akande's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

Akande drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Severn manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Akande has Severn in his guard.
Severn trying to control but Akande is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Akande is looking for a triangle but Severn pushes his legs off easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Severn scores with a decent looking elbow strike.

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

Akande working for a triangle but Severn defends it easily.
Severn trying to control but Akande is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Severn throwing strikes but missing.

Akande has his foot on Severn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Severn works his way back into a safe position though.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Severn's corner. There ya go! There ya go!

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

Severn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Severn lands a couple of decent looking shots.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Severn lands a couple of digs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Severn postures up.
Akande keeping moving, preventing Severn from controlling successfully.
Akande is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Severn works over Akande with some ground and pound from guard.
Severn throws a big elbow that misses.

Akande throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Akande avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bas Severn will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kasim Akande's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Severn misses with a low kick.
Severn misses with a two punch combination.
Akande misses the shot to the body.
Akande lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Akande lands a right hook to the body.

Severn rushes Akande and presses him up against the cage.
Akande is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.

Akande's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Severn misses with a double jab.
Akande fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A low kick from Akande misses
and Severn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akande chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Good work by Severn as he checks the leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A solid body kick from Severn.

Severn cracks Akande with an uppercut from hell and Akande crumples to the canvas, he's out! Oh no, he's recovered and he's grabbed one of Severn's legs and pulled him into guard. The ref thought about stopping it there but he's let it go - good reffing!

Akande is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Severn works over Akande with some ground and pound from guard.
Oh Akande is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bas Severn has got the better of the ground game so far.
Severn postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Akande covers up, he's hurt! Severn keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Severn and the ref steps in to end the fight! Severn can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bas Severn!

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 super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Bob Sapp (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Simon Bruce (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Bruce's choice of entrance music: I want it all. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Sapp
vs
Bruce

193 cm
30
300 lbs
21 - 15 - 1

195 cm
31
287 lbs
20 - 6 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Cardio machine

Olympic wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, for the super heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 21 - 15 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, Bob Sapp!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 20 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Simon Bruce!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Yukihiro Yamamoto.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bruce thuds a left hand into Sapp's body.
Nice cross by Bruce.
We've been hearing reports that Sapp has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bruce blocks a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Sapp misses the target.
Bruce misses with a hook.
Sapp throws a body punch but Bruce moves out of range.
Bruce has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sapp is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Sapp missing with a left hand there. Bruce was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bruce takes one to the side of the head.

It looks like Simon Bruce has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bruce tries to work over Sapp's front leg with a kick but Sapp checks it.
No luck for Bruce with that takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bruce. Sapp does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sapp misses the shot to the body.
Sapp scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sapp throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bruce swings and misses with a shot to the body

and Sapp counters with a nice right hand that sends Bruce toppling to the canvas! Bruce scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Sapp finish him?!
Nice body punch from Sapp.
Sapp throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bruce sees it coming and avoids it easily.

Sapp lands a big uppercut and Bruce crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Bruce looks OK. Sapp waves Bruce back to his feet!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bruce fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sapp manages to avoid it.
Bruce looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sapp is fending him off so far but Bruce persists. Nope, Sapp circles away and we're back to standing.
Bob Sapp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sapp looks to land a left hand but Bruce moved out of range nicely.
Bruce throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bruce walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Bruce limp body while Sapp jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bob Sapp!
Bob Sapp retains his super heavyweight title!