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Hilo Fight 45 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tony Smith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Leon Barnett (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tony Smith has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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250 lbs
5 - 3 - 0 |
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240 lbs
2 - 1 - 0 |
Decent wrestler
Brawler
Granite chin |
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Intelligent |
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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
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Tony Smith!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Leon Barnett!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Ryoma Takatsuka and Chris Saunders.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith has taken the fight to the clinch.
Smith breaks from the clinch.
Smith shoots in and gets a takedown into Barnett's guard.
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Smith trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smith is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Smith postures up and lands a big shot to Barnett's brow.
Barnett is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Smith will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Smith missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smith looking to pass the guard.
Smith passes into half guard.
Smith seems to be working for a kimura but Barnett defends the submission attempt.
Smith is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Smith is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Barnett is not content to let Smith control the position.
Smith trying to mount his opponent but Barnett defends it.
Smith seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Smith wants to pass to mount but Barnett is defending the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barnett is trying to control but can't.
Smith seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Smith is trying to work for a kimura but Barnett is defending well.
Smith is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Barnett doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Smith.
Smith really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Smith tries to pass to full mount but Barnett defends it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smith thows a huge punch but Barnett dodges it nicely.
Smith is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Smith swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Barnett is now in Smith's guard. A big mistake from Smith there, giving up the dominant position!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Barnett accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Smith dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Smith moves into the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Smith as Barnett tries to tie him up.
Barnett throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Smith blocks it with crossed arms.
Smith gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Barnett regains guard.
Smith would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Smith throws an elbow that misses. Barnett uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Smith's guard. Nice move by Barnett!
Smith lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Barnett!
Smith is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Barnett has managed to escape the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Barnett is working to get back to half guard.
Smith wants to control the pace but Barnett is squirming around nicely.
Smith jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Barnett is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Barnett and Smith has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Smith lands some shots froms side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smith is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Barnett has escaped the position, nice work there.
Barnett prevents Smith from improving position.
Tony Smith overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Smith controlling the position.
We've been informed that Barnett has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The ground and pound from Smith seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smith swings around for an armbar but Barnett sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Smith's guard.
Smith is pulling down on Barnett's head to control his posture.
Barnett throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barnett drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Smith dives on top into guard.
Smith drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Barnett manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Smith has Barnett in his guard.
Barnett throws an elbow that misses. Smith uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Barnett's guard. Nice move by Smith!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barnett wants to sweep here but Smith controlling him for the moment.
Smith loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Smith trying to control but Barnett is working from the bottom.
Smith passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smith is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Barnett knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Smith dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Smith decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Smith wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barnett keeps working.
Smith seems to be looking for submissions.
Barnett has one foot on Smith's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Smith dives in for a single leg takedown but Barnett sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Smith wants the takedown. Barnett is fighting it off but Smith persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Barnett's guard against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smith prevents Barnett from getting back to his feet.
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Barnett is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Smith wants to stand but Barnett has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Tony Smith.
Nice sprawl there from Barnett as Smith shoots in.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smith shoots in for a double leg but Barnett sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barnett fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Smith, pushing him back against the cage.
Barnett throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Smith blocks it with crossed arms.
Smith tries to pull guard but Barnett forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Barnett tries for a takedown but Smith manages to get underhooks.
Barnett tries to land a knee to the head but Smith blocks with his arms.
Barnett manages to pull guard.
Smith throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Smith content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Smith wants to control from the top but Barnett keeps moving.
Tony Smith is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Smith advances position into side control!
Barnett seems a little lost for a moment, as Smith dominates the positioning.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smith trying to control the action but Barnett is working from the bottom.
Smith working away.
Smith happy to just control the position for now.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smith is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Barnett has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Smith showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Smith has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Smith!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Shakal Super (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Paul Huerta (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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280 lbs
2 - 1 - 0 |
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205 cm
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270 lbs
2 - 3 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Good chin |
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BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
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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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Shakal Super!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Paul Huerta!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Colin Fray and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Huerta tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Super defends well and Huerta ends up having to push Super into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Super wants to take the fight to the mat but Huerta manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Super struggles to land a body shot inside as Huerta controls his hands.
Huerta changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Super fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Super drops Huerta with a left and a right! Oh, Huerta is hurt - Super dives into side control looking to finish!
Huerta is rocked!
It looks like Paul Huerta has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Super lands a big left to the face of Huerta, bouncing his head like a basketball. Another shot from Super and another - Huerta is out! Super stands up and salutes his fans, who are going crazy in the stands.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Shakal Super!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kazaki Fujita (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Erwin Tulfo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Fujita might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Metallica-Enter Sandman. Kazaki Fujita is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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278 lbs
28 - 13 - 0 |
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185 lbs
11 - 14 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Very quick |
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BJJ Blue Belt
Good kicks
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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
28 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Kazaki Fujita!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Erwin Tulfo!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Paul Gruel and Jeff Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tulfo throws a low kick, looking for Fujita's leg but Fujita calmly moves out of range.
Fujita takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fujita closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Fujita gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Tulfo regains guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Tulfo throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Fujita escapes and throws Tulfo's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Tulfo takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Fujita in side control lands a decent elbow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tulfo tries to buck Fujita off but Fujita is having none of it.
Fujita definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Fujita lands a few punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Tulfo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fujita advances to full mount.
Tulfo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fujita. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fujita has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Tulfo's face.
It looks like Erwin Tulfo has been cut.
Tulfo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fujita fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Tulfo is rocked!
Fujita is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Tulfo goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Fujita!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kazaki Fujita!
After winning the bout, Kazaki Fujita 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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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Brandon Bronson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and George Diaz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). George Diaz is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
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225 lbs
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290 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
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Brawler
Granite chin |
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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
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Brandon Bronson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, George Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Ryoma Takatsuka and Paul Gruel.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Diaz scores with a body shot.
Diaz swings for the body but Bronson moves out of range.
Bronson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at TAP ROOT -/- 10 Coaches / Great Sparring / Value in the buildup to the fight.
Diaz throws a hook but Bronson blocks it.
Diaz digs a good hook to Bronson's body.
Bronson is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Diaz scores with a jab to the body.
Diaz cracks Bronson on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Bronson falls backwards against the cage. Diaz follows up with more strikes that drop Bronson to his knees. Diaz keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Bronson! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). George Diaz!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Grap Dummy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and JayDee Penn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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289 lbs
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270 lbs
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Powerful takedowns
Counter fighter
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Brawler
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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
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Grap Dummy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, JayDee Penn!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Roger Salmon and Micheangelo Fripello.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Penn closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dummy did well to prevent Penn getting side control.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Penn is looking for a kimura but Dummy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Penn to get the leverage.
Dummy tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Penn has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Penn wants to control the pace but Dummy is squirming around nicely.
Penn goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Dummy is on top in guard.
Our spies down at at Blitzkrieg Fighting Systems: Ground inform us that Penn has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dummy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dummy trying to control the position from guard on top but Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dummy lands a couple of elbows.
Dummy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Penn keeping moving, preventing Dummy from controlling successfully.
Penn escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dummy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dummy controlling from the top position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dummy trying to control but Penn is working from the bottom.
Grap Dummy has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Penn shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dummy manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dummy keeping moving, preventing Penn from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Penn looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dummy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Penn can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dummy working for submissions but it's allowed Penn to get to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dummy is not content to let Penn control the position.
Dummy throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Dummy tries to roll over but Penn keeps him under control.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dummy is refusing to be controlled, as Penn sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but JayDee Penn will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dummy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Dummy enables Penn to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dummy manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Dummy keeping moving, preventing Penn from controlling successfully.
Penn is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Penn showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Penn drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dummy dives on top into guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dummy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Penn avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Penn looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dummy passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dummy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dummy thows a huge punch but Penn dodges it nicely.
Dummy drops an elbow to the side of Penn's head.
Dummy passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Penn!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dummy dominating with strikes here.
It looks like JayDee Penn 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!
Dummy trying to control but Penn is having none of it.
Penn tries to improve his position but Dummy has taken his back! Dummy has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Penn tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Dummy pushes Penn away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Grap Dummy!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Derrick James Magnaye (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Take Home (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Magnaye comes to the cage accompanied by Here comes the Boom. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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195 lbs
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185 lbs
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Decent wrestler
Counter fighter
Good chin |
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Brawler
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Derrick James Magnaye!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Take Home!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Jeff Smith and Josh West.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Home shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
so Magnaye counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Magnaye tries to free his leg and advance position but Home is retaining full guard.
Magnaye slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Home looks to move to half guard but instead Magnaye has passed into mount! Damn!
Home is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magnaye with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Home is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Magnaye is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Home has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Home tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magnaye knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Home on the ground.
Home sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Home is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Magnaye's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Magnaye's back!
Home keeps control of the position as Magnaye tries to break free.
Magnaye is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
You can see the frustration on Magnaye's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
This has been an exciting period of action!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Home is trying to stick to Magnaye's back but Magnaye is turning into Home. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Home's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Magnaye.
Home has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Magnaye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Magnaye advances position into side control!
Home tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Magnaye presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Magnaye is trying to take his opponent's back.
Home working to try and regain half guard.
Home manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Home is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magnaye pulls his head out easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magnaye tries to pass to full mount but Home defends it.
Home looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Magnaye wants to free his trapped foot but Home is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Home wants to get back to full guard.
Home looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Home looking for submissions off his back.
Magnaye tries to pass to full mount but Home defends it.
Magnaye is looking for a kimura but Home is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magnaye to get the leverage.
Home looking for submissions off his back.
Home looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Home looks winded!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Magnaye wants to free his trapped foot but Home is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Magnaye is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Take Home will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Home misses with a takedown
so Magnaye counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Home keeping full guard, as Magnaye tries to pass.
Magnaye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Home looking for a guillotine here but Magnaye defends easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magnaye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Home is keeping the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magnaye passes Home's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Magnaye tries to pass the half guard into mount. Home knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Home looking for submissions off his back.
Magnaye is looking to advance position but Home won't allow it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Home actively working from the bottom here.
Magnaye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Home is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magnaye pulls his head out easily.
Magnaye tries to pass the half guard into mount. Home knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Home actively working from the bottom here.
Derrick James Magnaye overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Home looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magnaye is looking to advance position but Home won't allow it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magnaye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Home sees it coming and defends easily.
Home actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magnaye looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Home is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magnaye pulls his head out easily.
Magnaye has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Magnaye has hold of Home's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Home manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magnaye working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Home bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Magnaye wants to hit a switch here but Home passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Magnaye there!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Magnaye is trying to reverse the position but instead Home has taken his back - oops!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derrick James Magnaye dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Home gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Magnaye counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Magnaye.
Home looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Magnaye has picked Home up and slammed him! Home can't keep hold of the triangle and Magnaye manages to pass to side control!
Magnaye is trying to get an arm triangle but Home is defending well.
Home is looking to regain half guard here but Magnaye keeps moving and retains side control.
Magnaye tries to move into full mount but can't pass Home's legs.
Home manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Home wants to work for an arm triangle but Magnaye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Home is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Magnaye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Home.
Magnaye throws a sloppy strike from the bottom. He's now off balance and Home manages to pass to side control.
Home thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Magnaye gets back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magnaye misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Home is trying to work for a kimura but Magnaye is defending well.
Home takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magnaye throws a sloppy strike from the bottom. He's now off balance and Home manages to pass to side control.
Magnaye looks frustrated here - throwing a couple of shots from the bottom though.
Magnaye tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Magnaye throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Home blocks the strikes from Magnaye.
Magnaye is looking for a sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magnaye is trying to strike from the bottom but Home has passed into full mount.
Magnaye throwing hammer fists to the chest of Home. What's that going to do exactly?
Magnaye is trying to escape the mount.
Magnaye throwing hammer fists to the chest of Home. What's that going to do exactly?
Magnaye swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Home is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Magnaye can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Magnaye bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Home has his foot on Magnaye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magnaye works his way back into a safe position though.
Home is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Magnaye defends well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magnaye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Home swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magnaye stands and throws Home's legs to the side, diving into side control.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Magnaye tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Magnaye thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derrick James Magnaye showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Magnaye 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Josh West scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derrick James Magnaye!
A very excited looking Derrick James Magnaye 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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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ryan Fatu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Woody Longue (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fatu comes to the cage accompanied by Hawaii - Aloha-Oe. The key to victory for Ryan Fatu has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.
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230 lbs
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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
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Ryan Fatu!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Woody Longue!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Roger Salmon and Colin Fray.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fatu gets caught flat footed, as Longue shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Longue wants to pass the guard but Fatu is keeping the position.
Fatu working a defensive guard here.
Fatu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Fatu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Longue postures up and lands a big shot to Fatu's brow.
Longue wants to get up but he can't break Fatu's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Fatu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Fatu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Longue is aware though and is defending well.
Fatu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Longue is aware though and is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fatu has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Longue can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Longue looking to pass the guard.
Longue landing with the ground and pound.
Fatu looking for a guillotine here but Longue defends easily.
Fatu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Longue doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Longue manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Longue wanted to stand there but Fatu had control of the position.
Fatu is looking to cinch up a triangle. Longue throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Fatu's body to avoid the submission. Fatu has instead reached around Longue's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Fatu arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ryan Fatu!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Ryan Fatu made sure he mentioned Fishy Fighting, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between William Wallace (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and PJ Harvey (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Harvey has chosen Set Me Free as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, William Wallace!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, PJ Harvey!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Colin Fray and Paul Gruel.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A nice leg kick lands there from Harvey.
We've been informed that Harvey has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Harvey is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Wallace.
It looks like PJ Harvey has been cut.
Harvey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Harvey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wallace shoots in looking for a takedown. Harvey tries to sprawl out of it but Wallace keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Harvey manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Harvey keeps Wallace at a distance using the push kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wallace throws a front kick aimed at Harvey's knee but Harvey avoids it well.
Harvey scoring well with a low kick there.
Harvey scores with a head kick. Wallace tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
It looks like William Wallace has been cut.
Harvey tries a head kick but it misses.
Harvey scores with a leg kick.
Harvey dodges the punch combination from Wallace.
Harvey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
PJ Harvey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harvey goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Wallace looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Harvey lands with a slapping head kick.
Wallace is rocked!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Harvey fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wallace.
Oh Wallace is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wallace throws a series of punches but Harvey moves out of range.
A head kick by Harvey - that's a beauty! Wallace is out but he's somehow still standing... he's going... going... gone. Like a drunk walking down the middle of the road, the inevitable face plant follows and the delayed knockout arrives. Even Harvey can't help but laugh at the bizarre end to this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). PJ Harvey!
An out of breath and clearly excited PJ Harvey thanked Fight Night Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jeff Kaufmore (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eddie Fatu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fatu has chosen Umaga as his entrance music. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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287 lbs
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283 lbs
10 - 3 - 0 |
BJJ Brown Belt
Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jeff Kaufmore!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Eddie Fatu!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Ryoma Takatsuka and Chris Saunders.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kaufmore fails to land the takedown.
Fatu shoots in looking for a takedown but Kaufmore manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Fatu's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kaufmore has been working on his balance at Facebreaker Academy : Striking, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Fatu.
Fatu shoots in and drives through. Kaufmore sprawls well.
Fatu drops Kaufmore with a beautiful combination! Kaufmore stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Fatu is looking for the KO!
It looks like Jeff Kaufmore has been cut.
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!
Fatu lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Kaufmore falls backwards - clearly groggy! Fatu dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Eddie Fatu!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Eddie Fatu waved his t-shirt featuring Sydney BEAST Clothing 's logo in front of the cameras.
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