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HBGG 10 - Twofer PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rener Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Yoshi Yamaguchi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Yoshi Yamaguchi is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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194 lbs
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186 lbs
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Counter fighter
KO power |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 1, fighting out of London, Rener Gracie!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
24 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Yoshi Yamaguchi!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Richard Clark and Paul Tew.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yamaguchi has a takedown stuffed.
No luck for Gracie with that takedown attempt.
Yamaguchi tries for a takedown but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Yamaguchi looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Gracie!
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Gracie wants to control but Yamaguchi postures up.
Gracie is looking to regain half guard here but Yamaguchi keeps moving and retains side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yamaguchi wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gracie, who protects the arm well.
Yamaguchi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gracie is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Yamaguchi tries to advance to mount but Gracie denies him.
Gracie tries to improve position but can't.
Yamaguchi working away.
Yamaguchi thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yamaguchi tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Yamaguchi has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Yamaguchi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gracie knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Yamaguchi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Gracie's legs.
Gracie wants to control but Yamaguchi postures up.
Gracie manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gracie works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yamaguchi won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Yamaguchi looking to pass the guard.
Yamaguchi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Yamaguchi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gracie controlling the position.
Yamaguchi preventing the sweep.
Yamaguchi looking to pass the guard.
Yamaguchi forces his way into half guard.
Gracie gets full guard.
Yamaguchi postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gracie is pulling down on Yamaguchi's head. It's preventing any offense from Yamaguchi, at least for the moment.
Yamaguchi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yamaguchi thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie looking for a triangle here. Yamaguchi is fighting it but it looks tight! Gracie pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Yamaguchi is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rener Gracie!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Michael Gleiser (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Solomon Rosenzweig (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rosenzweig has chosen Stamina as his entrance music. Michael Gleiser could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Solomon Rosenzweig's chin.
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230 lbs
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205 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
10 - 15 - 1, fighting out of London, Michael Gleiser!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 6 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Solomon Rosenzweig!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, William Gold and Andrew Berry.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gleiser leaves Rosenzweig with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rosenzweig fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rosenzweig 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.
Gleiser shoots for a takedown but Rosenzweig saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rosenzweig fails with a takedown attempt.
Michael Gleiser has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Solomon Rosenzweig.
Rosenzweig shoots in for a takedown but Gleiser shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Gleiser misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Rosenzweig misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Rosenzweig shoots in looking for a takedown. Gleiser tries to sprawl out of it but Rosenzweig keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Gleiser manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck for Gleiser with that takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rosenzweig is defended easily by Gleiser.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gleiser doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Rosenzweig connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Horrible takedown by Gleiser or perhaps it was just good defense by Rosenzweig which made him look bad.
Rosenzweig goes for a double leg but Gleiser avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Gleiser continues to drive forward.
Rosenzweig changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Gleiser fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rosenzweig shoots for a double leg takedown but Gleiser sprawls well. He's pushed Rosenzweig's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gleiser shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rosenzweig as he jumps to the side.
Rosenzweig tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gleiser sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rosenzweig somewhat.
Gleiser fails with the takedown.
Gleiser misses with a takedown attempt - Rosenzweig sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rosenzweig shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gleiser pinned against the ropes. Gleiser gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rosenzweig closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gleiser circles away.
Gleiser closes the distance and clinches up with Rosenzweig, looking for a takedown. Gleiser pushes Rosenzweig against the ropes but Rosenzweig circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rosenzweig looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gleiser is fending him off so far but Rosenzweig persists. Nope, Gleiser circles away and we're back to standing.
Rosenzweig goes for a double leg but Gleiser avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Gleiser continues to drive forward.
Rosenzweig prevents the takedown attempt.
Rosenzweig prevents the takedown attempt.
Rosenzweig is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gleiser is defending well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rosenzweig gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Gleiser.
Rosenzweig drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gleiser gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gleiser is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Rosenzweig tries to score a body lock takedown but Gleiser shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Gleiser is working for takedown but Rosenzweig is calmly controlling the position for now.
Rosenzweig prevents the takedown attempt.
Rosenzweig is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Gleiser has Rosenzweig pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Rosenzweig manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rosenzweig is looking for a takedown.
Rosenzweig is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Gleiser gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Rosenzweig is pressed up against the ropes. Gleiser has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rosenzweig down to the mat. Rosenzweig avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Gleiser doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Rosenzweig counters with a takedown into side control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Rosenzweig is trying to get an arm triangle but Gleiser is defending well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gleiser manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Rosenzweig is staying active underneath Gleiser, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gleiser wants to pass to mount but Rosenzweig is defending the position.
Gleiser seems to be working for a kimura but Rosenzweig defends the submission attempt.
Gleiser is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rosenzweig is just riding it out for now. Gleiser eventually gives up the hold.
Gleiser wants to control but Rosenzweig is keeping him busy.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Rosenzweig slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rosenzweig keeping moving, preventing Gleiser from controlling successfully.
Rosenzweig keeping full guard, as Gleiser tries to pass.
Gleiser trying to control but Rosenzweig is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gleiser tries to free his leg and advance position but Rosenzweig is retaining full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Rosenzweig keeping moving, preventing Gleiser from controlling successfully.
Gleiser is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rosenzweig is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Michael Gleiser has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Gleiser shoots for a double leg takedown but Rosenzweig sprawls well. He's pushed Gleiser's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rosenzweig has his takedown stuffed
and Gleiser counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Rosenzweig!
Rosenzweig is looking to regain half guard here but Gleiser keeps moving and retains side control.
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!
Gleiser tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gleiser has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Gleiser goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Rosenzweig has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gleiser but great work by Rosenzweig.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gleiser is not content to let Rosenzweig control the position.
Gleiser is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rosenzweig trying to control the action but Gleiser is working from the bottom.
Gleiser is looking for a sweep. Rosenzweig is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gleiser is pressing down on Rosenzweig's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Rosenzweig stands and throws Gleiser's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Rosenzweig advances to full mount.
Gleiser stops Rosenzweig from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Rosenzweig with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Gleiser wants to control but Rosenzweig is having none of it.
Gleiser is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gleiser is trying to escape the mount but Rosenzweig keeps good control and instead manages to take Gleiser's back.
Gleiser tries to escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gleiser is keeping busy.
Gleiser trying to control the action but Rosenzweig just sinks the hooks in.
Rosenzweig has managed to slip his arm under Gleiser's chin. This could be all over... yep, Gleiser is tapping out! Submission win for Rosenzweig.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Solomon Rosenzweig!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Masahiko Kimura (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rickson Silva (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Kimura might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Kiyoshi Yoshida - Spirit. Silva has chosen system of a down - violent pornography as his entrance music. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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268 lbs
17 - 12 - 0 |
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233 lbs
28 - 27 - 2 |
BJJ Red Belt
Brawler
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World class boxer
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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
17 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Masahiko Kimura!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
28 - 27 - 2, fighting out of Amsterdam, Rickson Silva!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and James Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kimura is defended easily by Silva.
Kimura with a lazy takedown attempt
and Silva decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kimura's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Silva drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kimura manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Silva has Kimura in his guard.
Silva keeping full guard, as Kimura tries to pass.
Kimura pushes down on Silva's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Silva works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kimura looking to pass the guard.
Kimura avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silva working a defensive guard here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Silva looking for a guillotine here but Kimura defends easily.
Silva has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kimura is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Silva.
Silva is looking for a sweep.
Kimura tries to move to mount but Silva blocks the move with his legs.
Kimura wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Silva, who protects the arm well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Silva is trying to control Kimura's posture but Kimura avoids it.
Kimura is looking to take a break and control but Silva is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kimura controlling the position.
Kimura tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kimura has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silva is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kimura is looking to take a break and control but Silva is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kimura is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Silva knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Silva wants to control but Kimura postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva is trying to get back to half guard.
Kimura controls the position.
Silva tries to improve position but can't.
Silva struggling a bit here.
Kimura has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Silva!
Silva defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Kimura.
Kimura wants to take his opponent's back but Silva doesn't allow it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Silva is in all sorts of trouble here.
Silva wants to control but Kimura is having none of it.
Kimura definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kimura trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kimura wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Silva has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Silva is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kimura doesn't have the hooks in and Silva manages to turn into his guard.
Kimura throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Silva must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kimura is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kimura looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are battling for position here. Silva manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Silva has Kimura pulled in close to control his posture.
Kimura trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Silva looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Kimura has picked Silva up and slammed him! Silva can't keep hold of the triangle and Kimura manages to pass to side control!
You can see the frustration on Silva's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kimura passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Silva!
Kimura tries to control but Silva wriggling away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Silva is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Silva keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kimura fails to advance to Silva's back.
Silva working to try and regain half guard.
Silva is controlling an arm, preventing Kimura from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Kimura has hold of Silva's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Silva manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Kimura looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Silva is looking to improve his position but Kimura isn't that keen on the idea.
Silva stops Kimura from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kimura is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Silva is surviving well by controlling Kimura's body position as best he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Masahiko Kimura dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Kimura shoots in looking for a takedown. Silva tries to sprawl out of it but Kimura keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Silva manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kimura shoots in but no luck this time.
Kimura changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Silva looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Silva is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Silva prevents Kimura from improving position.
Kimura wants to control but Silva is keeping him busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kimura working away.
Kimura has hold of Silva's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Silva seems comfortable defending it but Kimura has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Silva is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Silva is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Kimura couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Masahiko Kimura!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Sub Position (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Antonio Camatta (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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167 lbs
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150 lbs
2 - 1 - 0 |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 8 - 0, fighting out of London, Sub Position!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Antonio Camatta!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Glass and Steven Brown.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Position slaps away a takedown attempt from Camatta, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Position fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Camatta to the ground. Position is now in Camatta's guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Position wants to control from the top but Camatta keeps moving.
Camatta looking to control.
Position wants to control from the top but Camatta keeps moving.
Camatta is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Position is aware though and is defending well.
Position wants to control from the top but Camatta keeps moving.
Position slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Position postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Camatta is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Position, into his guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Position wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Position throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Camatta escapes and throws Position's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Camatta is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Position knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Position manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Position is working for a submission of some sort.
Camatta is refusing to be controlled, as Position sits in half guard.
Position is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Camatta wants to improve his position but Position is controlling well.
Position wants to control but Camatta is keeping him busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Camatta has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Position prevents Camatta from improving his position.
Position trying to control from half guard but Camatta is working away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Sub Position.
Position throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Camatta's waist but Camatta gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Position off to one side.
Camatta fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Position avoids it really well and circles away.
Camatta doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Position counters with a takedown into side control.
Sub Position has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Antonio Camatta.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Position wants to control but Camatta is keeping him busy.
Camatta tries to bench press Position off him but Position keeps the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Camatta struggling a bit here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Position is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Camatta knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Camatta struggling a bit here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Position goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Camatta rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Position's guard! Nice work there by Camatta!
Camatta tries to free his leg and advance position but Position is retaining full guard.
Camatta trying to control but Position is working from the bottom.
Position trying to control the position here.
Camatta trying to control the position from guard on top but Position is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Camatta wants to pass the guard but Position is keeping the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Antonio Camatta.
Camatta misses with a takedown
and Position counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Camatta's guard now.
Position trying to control but Camatta is working from the bottom.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Camatta is trying to control the position but Position postures up.
Position slips nicely into half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Position is trying to control the action in half guard but Camatta is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Position is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Camatta is just riding it out for now. Position eventually gives up the hold.
Position is keen to just control but Camatta is a slippery customer.
Camatta is looking for a sweep. Position is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Position seems to be looking for submissions.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Camatta keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Camatta makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Camatta.
Position is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Camatta is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Camatta has escaped and now he's on top!
Camatta works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Camatta in particular looking to stall.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Position gets back to full guard.
Position looking for a guillotine here but Camatta defends easily.
Camatta trying to control but Position is working from the bottom.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Camatta looking to sit in guard and control but Position gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Camatta is trying to control the position but Position postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sub Position dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Camatta gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Position counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Position.
Sub Position overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Camatta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Position trying to control but Camatta is working from the bottom.
Position is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Camatta looking for a guillotine here but Position defends easily.
Position forces his way into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Camatta makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Camatta.
Camatta keeping moving, preventing Position from controlling successfully.
Camatta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Camatta keeping moving, preventing Position from controlling successfully.
Position being controlled here momentarily.
Camatta is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Position is aware though and is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Position slips nicely into half guard.
Position seems to be working for a kimura but Camatta defends the submission attempt.
Camatta is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Position's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Position's back!
Camatta is not going to allow Position to sit and survive in this position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Position showing good submission defense here.
Position defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Position can't escape the position.
Position is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Camatta gets his way!
Camatta patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Camatta controlling well, preventing Position from escaping the position.
Position is working hard here to advance position.
Camatta really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Position.
Camatta is trying to stick to Position's back but Position is turning into Camatta. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Camatta's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Position.
Position trying to control but Camatta is working from the bottom.
Position not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Position wants to control from the top but Camatta keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Position tries to free his leg and advance position but Camatta is retaining full guard.
Position avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Position controlling from the top position.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Sub Position.
Camatta shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Position pinned against the ropes. Position gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Camatta darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Position trying to control from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Camatta in particular looking to stall.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Position regains full guard. Nicely done.
Camatta wants to control from the top but Position keeps moving.
Position is looking for a triangle here but Camatta uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Camatta trying to control the position but Position is working away.
Position is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Camatta's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Position is trying to maintain the position but Camatta is very close to passing his half guard.
Position looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Position is trying to get back to full guard.
Position looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Position is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Camatta is tapping! Great win for Position!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sub Position!
A pretty intense looking Sub Position took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mikael Lindgren (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Garelli (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Garelli has chosen Patriarch on a Vespa as his entrance music. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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177 lbs
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184 lbs
33 - 21 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Mikael Lindgren!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
33 - 21 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Joe Garelli!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Colin Fotheringham and Chris Edwards.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Garelli.
Garelli doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lindgren counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Garelli's guard now.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Lindgren drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lindgren jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lindgren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garelli is keeping the position for now.
Garelli looking to control.
Garelli keeping full guard, as Lindgren tries to pass.
Lindgren pushes down on Garelli's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Garelli controlling the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lindgren trying to pass the guard but Garelli defending well.
Lindgren works his way into full mount!
Garelli working to try and regain half guard.
Lindgren with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Lindgren goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Garelli is on top in guard.
Lindgren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Garelli won't allow Lindgren to sweep him here.
Lindgren not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lindgren tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Garelli pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lindgren is keeping the position for now.
Garelli pushes down on Lindgren's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Garelli controlling the action here.
Garelli trying to control from half guard but Lindgren is working away.
Garelli wants to pass to mount but Lindgren is defending the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lindgren is trying to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Garelli wants to free his trapped foot but Lindgren is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lindgren looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Garelli prevents Lindgren from improving his position.
Lindgren is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Caveman Fight Team, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Lindgren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Garelli's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Garelli's back!
Lindgren not allowing Garelli to control his hands.
Lindgren keeps control of the position as Garelli tries to break free.
Lindgren working for a choke but Garelli is defending well.
Lindgren trying to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Lindgren doesn't have the hooks in and Garelli manages to turn into his guard.
Garelli trying to control the position from guard on top but Lindgren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garelli avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Garelli sitting in guard, not really doing much.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lindgren looking to hit a scissor sweep but Garelli is one step ahead there.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Garelli engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lindgren is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Garelli stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lindgren swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Garelli trying to control but Lindgren is working from the bottom.
Lindgren wants to sweep here but Garelli controlling him for the moment.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Joe Garelli.
Garelli misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mikael Lindgren has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Garelli.
Garelli fails with a takedown attempt.
Garelli tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lindgren defends well and Garelli ends up having to push Lindgren into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Garelli tries for a takedown but Lindgren manages to get underhooks.
Garelli has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lindgren avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Lindgren changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Garelli fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Garelli tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lindgren sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Garelli somewhat.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Garelli shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lindgren defends it nicely.
Garelli dives in for a single leg takedown but Lindgren sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Lindgren wants to take the fight to the mat but Garelli manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Garelli is working for takedown but Lindgren is calmly controlling the position for now.
Lindgren drops down looking for an ankle pick but Garelli pulls his leg out and moves away.
Garelli gets the takedown into side control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren manages to work his way to half guard, despite Garelli's best efforts.
Lindgren gets full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lindgren is on top in guard.
Lindgren wants to control from the top but Garelli keeps moving.
Garelli wants to control the position but Lindgren says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lindgren is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Garelli wants to control but Lindgren is keeping busy.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren passes to side control.
You can see the frustration on Garelli's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lindgren goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Garelli rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lindgren's guard! Nice work there by Garelli!
Garelli wants to control from the top but Lindgren keeps moving.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lindgren can't keep his opponent in guard - Garelli advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lindgren gets full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mikael Lindgren dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Garelli looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Garelli shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lindgren as he avoids it easily.
Garelli looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lindgren is fending him off so far but Garelli persists. Nope, Lindgren circles away and we're back to standing.
Mikael Lindgren has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Garelli.
Garelli looks for a takedown but Lindgren sprawls well.
Garelli shoots for a takedown but Lindgren saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Garelli with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lindgren decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Garelli's guard.
Lindgren works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Garelli is staying active underneath Lindgren, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lindgren is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Garelli doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lindgren.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lindgren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Garelli manages to get to full guard.
Mikael Lindgren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lindgren wants to pass the guard but Garelli is keeping the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Garelli is trying to keep Lindgren in close.
Garelli is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lindgren stands and throws Garelli's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Garelli manages to get back to half guard.
Lindgren is thwarting Garelli's attempts to control the position.
Lindgren is trying to work for a kimura but Garelli is defending well.
Garelli wants to control but Lindgren is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren wants to pass to mount but Garelli is defending the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Garelli actively working from the bottom here.
Lindgren passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Garelli!
Lindgren looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Lindgren working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Lindgren wants to take Garelli's back here but Garelli is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Garelli is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Garelli and Lindgren has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Garelli is looking to regain half guard here but Lindgren keeps moving and retains side control.
Garelli manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Garelli trying to control from the bottom.
Lindgren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lindgren is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Garelli is just riding it out for now. Lindgren eventually gives up the hold.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Garelli is looking for a sweep. Lindgren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Garelli trying to control from the bottom.
Lindgren is pressing down on Garelli's thigh, looking to free his foot. Garelli is holding on for now.
Lindgren wants to work for an arm triangle but Garelli is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Garelli is defending against the submission attempts here by Lindgren.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Garelli has managed to free his arm - good work.
Garelli moves into full guard.
Lindgren pushing down on Garelli's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Garelli is defending against the submission attempts here by Lindgren.
Garelli tries to roll over but Lindgren keeps him under control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lindgren is working hard here to advance position.
Garelli moves into full guard.
Lindgren is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Garelli is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Garelli has escaped and now he's on top!
Lindgren keeping moving, preventing Garelli from controlling successfully.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren has his foot on Garelli's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Garelli works his way back into a safe position though.
Garelli is stalling in the full guard.
Garelli trying to control but Lindgren is working from the bottom.
Lindgren is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Garelli avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Garelli passes Lindgren's left leg - he's now in half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Garelli tries to pass to full mount but Lindgren defends it.
Lindgren is looking to improve his position.
Lindgren is pressing down on Garelli's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Garelli trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lindgren wants to sweep but no luck.
Garelli passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Garelli controlling from side mount.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lindgren is not content to let Garelli control the position.
Lindgren is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Mikael Lindgren will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Lindgren displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Garelli.
Lindgren gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lindgren looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lindgren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lindgren is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lindgren keeping full guard, as Garelli tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garelli trying to control the position from guard on top but Lindgren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lindgren has his foot on Garelli's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Garelli works his way back into a safe position though.
Garelli pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lindgren is keeping the position for now.
Lindgren is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Garelli trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lindgren looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lindgren working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Garelli doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Garelli manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Garelli is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Garelli advances to half guard.
Garelli looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lindgren moves into full guard.
Garelli works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lindgren slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Garelli passes into half guard.
Lindgren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Garelli is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren tries to reverse the position but Garelli maintains control.
Lindgren regains half guard.
Lindgren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lindgren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Garelli's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Garelli's back!
Garelli fending off the submission attempt from Lindgren.
Garelli showing good submission defense here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Garelli wants to escape the position.
Garelli trying to control the hands but Lindgren won't let him.
Garelli breaks Lindgren's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Lindgren is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Garelli wants to improve his position but Lindgren is controlling well.
Lindgren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren seems to be looking for submissions.
Garelli gets back to full guard.
Garelli looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lindgren is one step ahead there.
Lindgren looking to pass the guard.
Garelli keeping moving, preventing Lindgren from controlling successfully.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Garelli trying to keep a closed guard but Lindgren is proving a slippery customer.
Lindgren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lindgren stopping the sweep attempt from Garelli.
Garelli is trying to keep Lindgren in close.
Lindgren wants to pass the guard but Garelli is keeping the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Garelli dives on top into guard.
Garelli passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Garelli trying to control the action but Lindgren is working from the bottom.
Lindgren is looking to regain half guard here but Garelli keeps moving and retains side control.
Garelli is looking to take a break and control but Lindgren is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Garelli has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Lindgren is trying to escape the mount.
Garelli can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lindgren is looking to escape.
Lindgren has given up his back.
I would not like to be Lindgren right now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lindgren tries to break free.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lindgren breaks Garelli's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Lindgren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Garelli is controlling Lindgren's posture.
Lindgren advances position into side control!
Lindgren tries to advance to mount but can't.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lindgren moves into full mount!
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mikael Lindgren.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lindgren, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Mikael Lindgren!
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Mikael Lindgren!
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight for Mikael Lindgren!
Mikael Lindgren wins by unanimous decision!
Mikael Lindgren thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kron Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sparry McSubberton (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gracie's entrance music is The Bravery - time won't let me go. A fine choice. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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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
28 - 21 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Kron Gracie!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Sparry McSubberton!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Chris Edwards and Donald Grub.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McSubberton gets the takedown into side control.
Gracie gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
McSubberton is looking to work his way around to Gracie's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
McSubberton trying to control but Gracie is having none of it.
McSubberton goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Gracie is on top in guard.
McSubberton is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Gracie wants to control but McSubberton is keeping busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but McSubberton manages to pass to mount!
McSubberton wants to control the pace but Gracie is squirming around nicely.
McSubberton wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McSubberton fails to move to back control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is in all sorts of trouble here.
McSubberton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Gracie has worked his arm free - good work by Gracie!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gracie tries to buck McSubberton off but McSubberton is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Gracie can't do much from the bottom here.
McSubberton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie tries to bench press McSubberton off him but McSubberton keeps the position.
Gracie is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked McSubberton off and has taken his back!
Gracie is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but McSubberton has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Gracie trying to control momentarily.
McSubberton can't escape the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gracie working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but McSubberton is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Gracie has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! McSubberton taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kron Gracie!
After winning the bout, Kron Gracie 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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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Alex De Paiva Santos (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Marko Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gracie has chosen Stewie Griffen - Rocket Man as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Marko Gracie told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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28
195 lbs
15 - 10 - 0 |
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214 lbs
23 - 16 - 0 |
Great wrestler
Lethal high kicks
Insanely flexible |
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World class boxer
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
15 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Alex De Paiva Santos!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
23 - 16 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Marko Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and Paul Tew.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Gracie tries for a takedown but De Paiva Santos circles away easily
and De Paiva Santos counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Gracie's guard now.
De Paiva Santos passes Gracie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
De Paiva Santos wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
De Paiva Santos trying to mount his opponent but Gracie defends it.
De Paiva Santos is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Paiva Santos is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
De Paiva Santos works his way into full mount!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Paiva Santos goes for an armbar but Gracie turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Gracie.
De Paiva Santos keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
De Paiva Santos wants to sweep but no luck.
De Paiva Santos has his feet on Gracie's thighs here. He's pushed Gracie off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Gracie screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alex De Paiva Santos!
A victorious Alex De Paiva Santos thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rick Ruent (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Merrimac Mjolnir (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mjolnir has chosen Die for Metal as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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32
238 lbs
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35
271 lbs
34 - 9 - 0 |
Good wrestling
World class MT
Insanely flexible |
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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
19 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Rick Ruent!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
34 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Merrimac Mjolnir!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Chris Edwards and Steven Brown.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mjolnir works the jab nicely.
Ruent is looking to clinch.
Mjolnir closes the distance and clinches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ruent.
Mjolnir struggles to land a body shot inside as Ruent controls his hands.
Ruent blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ruent tries a body shot but Mjolnir blocks it.
Mjolnir can't find room to land a body shot as Ruent controls the action.
We've been informed that Mjolnir 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.
Mjolnir blocking some punches.
Ruent is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Ruent blocking some punches.
Mjolnir prevents a body shot from Ruent.
Ruent wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mjolnir digs a right hand into Ruent's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ruent's gas tank.
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!
Ruent throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mjolnirs head.
Ruent trying to land knees to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mjolnir cracks Ruent with a nice body shot.
Mjolnir lands with a light punch inside.
Mjolnir lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ruent is breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mjolnir lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ruent backwards.
Ruent blocking some punches.
Mjolnir has a couple of punches blocked by Ruent.
Mjolnir struggles to land a body shot inside as Ruent controls his hands.
Mjolnir goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mjolnir tries a body shot but Ruent blocks it.
Ruent lands with a left to the head.
Ruent blocks a body shot from Mjolnir.
Mjolnir working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ruent blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mjolnir tries a body shot but Ruent blocks it.
Mjolnir misses with a body punch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ruent has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mjolnir lands a left hand.
Ruent blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mjolnir is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Mjolnir lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ruent.
Mjolnir misses with a body punch.
Mjolnir blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Mjolnir fails to land.
Mjolnir struggles to land a body shot inside as Ruent controls his hands.
A short right from Mjolnir.
Mjolnir misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mjolnir misses with a punch on the inside.
Mjolnir tries to work over Ruent's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ruent lands a body shot in the clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Ruent throws an elbow but misses.
Ruent blocks a body shot from Mjolnir.
Mjolnir tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ruent tries a body shot but Mjolnir blocks it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Mjolnir blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ruent misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Ruent - that landed with a thud.
Ruent swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruent is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ruent as Mjolnir tries to tie him up.
Mjolnir lands a hook that snaps the head of Ruent backwards.
Mjolnir fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ruent throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Mjolnir throws a punch but it's blocked by Ruent.
Ruent lands a hook that snaps the head of Mjolnir backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruent scores with a hook to the body.
Mjolnir misses with a punch to the body.
Mjolnir tries a body shot but Ruent blocks it.
Nice elbow from Ruent.
It looks like Merrimac Mjolnir has been cut.
Mjolnir doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mjolnir throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ruents head.
Mjolnir scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mjolnir.
Mjolnir lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ruent backwards.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Mjolnir struggles to land a body shot inside as Ruent controls his hands.
Mjolnir swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruent blocks a body shot from Mjolnir.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Merrimac Mjolnir dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Merrimac Mjolnir's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
Ruent tries a low kick but Mjolnir avoids it.
Mjolnir 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.
It looks like Rick Ruent has been cut.
Mjolnir cracks Ruent with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Mjolnir has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ruent to stand back up!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mjolnir misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ruent.
Mjolnir slips a jab from Ruent.
Ruent moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Mjolnir fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ruent avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ruent throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A swing and a miss from Mjolnir.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ruent does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Mjolnir tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Ruent paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ruent steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mjolnir.
Mjolnir circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Ruent drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Mjolnir follows Ruent to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Merrimac Mjolnir!
During a confident post fight interview, Merrimac Mjolnir thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Rowan Atkinson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hachiro Matsui (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Atkinson comes to the ring accompanied by Set to Fail. Matsui has chosen Solvent by Skinny Puppy as his entrance music. Rowan Atkinson has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
14 - 5 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Rowan Atkinson!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Hachiro Matsui!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Phil Schofield and James Atkins.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Atkinson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Matsui decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Atkinson's guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Matsui trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Matsui trying to control the position from guard on top but Atkinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Matsui won't allow Atkinson to sweep him here.
Matsui stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Atkinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Atkinson is pulling down on Matsui's head. It's preventing any offense from Matsui, at least for the moment.
Atkinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Matsui is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Matsui looking to pass the guard.
Matsui trying to control but Atkinson is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hachiro Matsui has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Atkinson shoots in and drives through. Matsui sprawls well.
Atkinson goes for a double leg but Matsui avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Matsui continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rowan Atkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Matsui wants a takedown.
Matsui tries to score a body lock takedown but Atkinson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Atkinson is working for takedown but Matsui is calmly controlling the position for now.
Atkinson looking for a takedown.
Atkinson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Atkinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matsui swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Matsui is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Atkinson is aware though and is defending well.
Atkinson sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matsui had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Atkinson defends it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atkinson looking to pass the guard.
Matsui trying to keep a closed guard but Atkinson is proving a slippery customer.
Atkinson preventing the sweep.
Matsui working a defensive guard here.
Matsui throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Atkinson stays in close to Matsui's body and controls the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matsui wants to sweep here but Atkinson controlling him for the moment.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Atkinson slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Matsui is looking for a triangle but Atkinson pushes his legs off easily.
Matsui looking to control.
Matsui escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Atkinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Atkinson won't allow Matsui to sweep him here.
Atkinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matsui swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Atkinson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson advances to half guard.
Matsui felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Atkinson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matsui keeps working.
Matsui gets full guard.
Matsui is looking for a triangle but Atkinson pushes his legs off easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Atkinson's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Atkinson trying to control but Matsui is working from the bottom.
Atkinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Matsui 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Matsui is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Atkinson is aware though and is defending well.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson won't allow Matsui to sweep him here.
Matsui is looking for a triangle here but Atkinson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Atkinson controls the position.
Matsui manages to get back to half guard.
Matsui slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Atkinson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Atkinson is pushing down on Matsui's leg trying to pass to half guard. Matsui is fighting to maintain full guard but Atkinson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Matsui actively working from the bottom here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Matsui wants to control but Atkinson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Matsui is pressing down on Atkinson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Matsui can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Atkinson controls the pace.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matsui looking for a guillotine here but Atkinson defends easily.
Atkinson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Atkinson preventing the sweep.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Rowan Atkinson has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Atkinson looking to score a takedown here. Matsui is defending well but Atkinson drives through and ends up in Matsui's guard.
Atkinson trying to control but Matsui is working from the bottom.
Atkinson preventing the sweep.
Atkinson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Matsui is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Atkinson defends well.
Atkinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Matsui is retaining full guard.
Atkinson controlling from the top position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Matsui keeping moving, preventing Atkinson from controlling successfully.
Matsui looking to control but Atkinson passes into half guard.
Matsui looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Atkinson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Atkinson trying to pass the guard but Matsui defending well.
Matsui trying to get back to full guard but Atkinson takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
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!
Matsui tries to hold on but Atkinson pushes him away.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Matsui keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Atkinson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Matsui is looking to escape.
Matsui can't escape the position.
Atkinson controlling the position easily from mount.
Matsui is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Atkinson controlling his opponent.
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.
That was a close round but I would say that Rowan Atkinson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Matsui shoots for a takedown but Atkinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Atkinson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Atkinson controlling the action here.
Atkinson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Matsui for as long as he can get away with.
Atkinson prevents Matsui from improving his position.
Atkinson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Matsui does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Atkinson is thwarting Matsui's attempts to control the position.
Rowan Atkinson has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Matsui. No joy for Atkinson on that attempt.
Atkinson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Matsui is fending him off so far but Atkinson persists. Nope, Matsui circles away and we're back to standing.
Atkinson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Matsui defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rowan Atkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Atkinson fails with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown by Matsui or perhaps it was just good defense by Atkinson which made him look bad.
Matsui shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Atkinson sprawls well. Atkinson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Matsui gets slowly back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matsui shoots in for a double leg but Atkinson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Atkinson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Matsui sprawls well initially but Atkinson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Matsui wants to get back to full guard.
Atkinson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Atkinson trying to pass the guard but Matsui defending well.
Atkinson prevents Matsui from improving his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Atkinson in particular looking to stall.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matsui wants to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rowan Atkinson has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Atkinson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Matsui is fending him off so far but Atkinson persists. Nope, Matsui circles away and we're back to standing.
Matsui fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Atkinson avoids it really well and circles away.
Matsui shoots in looking for a takedown. Atkinson tries to sprawl out of it but Matsui keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Atkinson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Atkinson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Matsui counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Atkinson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Atkinson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Atkinson controls Matsui momentarily but Matsui frees himself.
Atkinson keeping moving, preventing Matsui from controlling successfully.
Matsui looking to pass the guard.
Matsui slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matsui looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Atkinson has one of Matsui's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Matsui working away.
Matsui trying to control the position but Atkinson is working away.
Atkinson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Atkinson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Atkinson tries to bench press Matsui off him but Matsui keeps the position.
Atkinson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Matsui is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Atkinson sees it coming and defends easily.
Atkinson is looking for a sweep. Matsui is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Matsui is looking to advance position but Atkinson won't allow it.
Rowan Atkinson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Atkinson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Atkinson has control of Matsui's left arm, preventing Matsui from doing any damage.
Matsui trying to control but Atkinson is working from the bottom.
Atkinson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Atkinson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Atkinson keeping full guard, as Matsui tries to pass.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Atkinson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Matsui stuffs the takedown attempt from Atkinson. Atkinson gets slowly back to his feet.
Matsui goes for a double leg but Atkinson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Atkinson continues to drive forward.
Atkinson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Atkinson advances to mount.
Matsui is squirming around, avoiding Atkinson's attempts to control the action.
Matsui can't escape the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson trying to control but Matsui is having none of it.
Matsui tries to reverse the position but Atkinson maintains control.
Atkinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Atkinson tries to control but Matsui wriggling away.
Atkinson controlling his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matsui is trying desperately to improve position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Matsui is trying to escape the mount.
Atkinson controlling the position easily from mount.
Atkinson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Atkinson trying to control but Matsui is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rowan Atkinson dominated that second round.
That's time! Atkinson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Atkinson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Matsui pinned against the ropes. Matsui gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Atkinson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Matsui looking for submissions off his back.
Atkinson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Atkinson wants to pass the guard but Matsui is defending well.
Matsui tries to roll over but Atkinson keeps him under control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Matsui manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Matsui trying to control the position.
Atkinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Matsui looking to hit a scissor sweep but Atkinson is one step ahead there.
Atkinson wants to control from the top but Matsui keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Rowan Atkinson wasn't doing enough on the ground.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Atkinson.
Matsui shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Matsui seems to be working for a kimura but Atkinson defends the submission attempt.
Atkinson tries to roll over but Matsui keeps him under control.
Matsui trying to pass the guard but Atkinson defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson moves into full guard.
Matsui preventing the sweep.
Atkinson pulls Matsui in close to prevent any damage.
Atkinson manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Matsui is wriggling around trying to escape.
Matsui is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson controlling the position easily from mount.
Atkinson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Matsui is looking to get to half guard.
Atkinson trying to control but Matsui is having none of it.
Matsui can't escape the position.
Atkinson wants to control the pace but Matsui is squirming around nicely.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson controlling from mount.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Matsui is trying to escape the mount.
Atkinson looking to control but Matsui is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Matsui tries to reverse the position but Atkinson maintains control.
Matsui slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Matsui regains full guard. Nicely done.
Atkinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Matsui working for a triangle but Atkinson defends it easily.
Matsui takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Atkinson stands and throws Matsui's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Atkinson is looking to take a break and control but Matsui is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Matsui tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Matsui keeps trying to improve his position.
Atkinson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Matsui's legs.
Matsui wants to control but Atkinson postures up.
Matsui is looking to reverse the position.
Matsui looks to move to half guard but instead Atkinson has passed into mount! Damn!
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson controlling the pace for now.
Matsui bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Matsui trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Rowan Atkinson just wasn't active enough.
Matsui shoots for a double leg takedown but Atkinson sprawls well. He's pushed Matsui's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Matsui defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Atkinson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rowan Atkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Atkinson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Matsui circles away.
Matsui shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Atkinson but Atkinson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Atkinson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Matsui counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Matsui stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Atkinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Atkinson keeping moving, preventing Matsui from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Rowan Atkinson did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Matsui shoots for a takedown but Atkinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Matsui tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Atkinson swivels and escapes.
Rowan Atkinson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matsui will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rowan Atkinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hachiro Matsui.
Matsui fails with a takedown attempt.
Atkinson scores with a takedown into Matsui's guard.
Atkinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Matsui is keeping the position for now.
Atkinson passes easily into side control. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matsui is letting Atkinson control him for a moment.
Atkinson tries to advance to mount but can't.
Matsui wants to control but Atkinson postures up.
Atkinson advances to mount.
Matsui working to try and regain half guard.
Matsui 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.
Matsui tries to get to full guard but Atkinson has control of the leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matsui gets full guard.
Matsui is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Matsui is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Atkinson controlling from the top position.
Atkinson looking to pass the guard.
Atkinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Matsui has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Atkinson has managed to get both his arms back between Matsui's legs - danger averted.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Atkinson content to stall in guard here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson advances to half guard.
Atkinson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Atkinson prevents Matsui from improving his position.
Matsui trying to control but Atkinson postures up.
Matsui is looking to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rowan Atkinson has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Atkinson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Matsui is looking for a triangle but Atkinson pushes his legs off easily.
Matsui escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Atkinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Matsui looking for a guillotine here but Atkinson defends easily.
Atkinson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Matsui looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Atkinson stands and throws Matsui's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Matsui struggling a bit here.
Matsui tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Atkinson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Matsui trying to remain calm as Atkinson controls from the top position.
Matsui is looking for a sweep.
Atkinson trying to control the action but Matsui is working from the bottom.
Atkinson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Matsui will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Matsui is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Atkinson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Atkinson trying to control from half guard but Matsui is working away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Rowan Atkinson.
Atkinson goes for a double leg but Matsui avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Matsui continues to drive forward.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Matsui tries to score a body lock takedown but Atkinson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Matsui has clasped his hands together around Atkinson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Atkinson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Atkinson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Matsui is working away from the top position though.
Atkinson won't allow Matsui to pass to mount.
Atkinson manages to get to full guard.
Matsui is fighting to break Atkinson's control of his arms but Atkinson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson keeping moving, preventing Matsui from controlling successfully.
Matsui trying to move into half guard but instead Atkinson has managed to sweep!
Atkinson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Matsui throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Atkinson won't allow Matsui to sweep him here.
Matsui can't keep his opponent in guard - Atkinson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Atkinson prevents Matsui from improving his position.
Atkinson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Matsui is staying active underneath Atkinson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Atkinson controlling the action here.
Atkinson is trying to control the action in half guard but Matsui is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Atkinson works his way into side control.
Matsui is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Atkinson is looking to take a break and control but Matsui is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rowan Atkinson had his way with Hachiro Matsui in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Matsui leaves Atkinson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Atkinson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Atkinson shoots in looking for a takedown but Matsui manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Atkinson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Atkinson shoots for a takedown but Matsui saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rowan Atkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Atkinson shoots in for a double leg but Matsui sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Matsui stuffs the takedown attempt from Atkinson. Atkinson gets slowly back to his feet.
Matsui will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matsui throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Atkinson's waist but Atkinson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Matsui off to one side.
Matsui shoots in for a double leg but Atkinson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Matsui fails with the takedown.
Atkinson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Matsui avoids it really well and circles away.
Atkinson fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck for Matsui with that takedown attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Excellent takedown into side control there by Atkinson.
Matsui can't do much from the bottom here.
Matsui is trying to get back to half guard.
Matsui gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Atkinson trying to control but Matsui is having none of it.
Atkinson content just to control the position here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matsui regains half guard.
Atkinson wants to control but Matsui is keeping him busy.
Matsui looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Atkinson is controlling the pace.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Matsui is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Atkinson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Matsui does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rowan Atkinson has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Matsui dives in for a single leg takedown but Atkinson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Atkinson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Matsui clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Atkinson doesn't have the hooks in and Matsui manages to turn into his guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Matsui pushes down on Atkinson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Matsui tries to pass to full mount but Atkinson defends it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson gets full guard.
Atkinson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Atkinson wants to sweep here but Matsui controlling him for the moment.
Atkinson has control of Matsui's left arm, preventing Matsui from doing any damage.
Atkinson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Matsui tries to get to full guard but Atkinson has control of the leg.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Matsui looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Atkinson is pressing down on Matsui's thigh, looking to free his foot. Matsui is holding on for now.
Atkinson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Matsui is looking to improve his position.
Atkinson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Atkinson trying to control the action but Matsui is working from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Rowan Atkinson has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Matsui doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Atkinson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Matsui won't be happy with that.
Matsui tries to improve position but can't.
Atkinson controlling the position.
Atkinson tries to advance to mount but can't.
You can see the frustration on Matsui's face as Atkinson controls the position.
Matsui tries to buck Atkinson off but Atkinson is having none of it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson slows the pace down.
Matsui tries to bench press Atkinson off him but Atkinson keeps the position.
Atkinson is looking to take a break and control but Matsui is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Matsui wants to control but Atkinson postures up.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Atkinson wants to control but Matsui is keeping him busy.
We're going to have a standup here because Rowan Atkinson wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Matsui has his takedown stuffed
and Atkinson counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Matsui's guard now.
Matsui tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Matsui isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Atkinson stacks Matsui on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Atkinson!
Matsui is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Atkinson tries to advance to mount but Matsui denies him.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Atkinson is looking to take a break and control but Matsui is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Matsui is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Atkinson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Matsui is looking to improve his position.
Atkinson is controlling the pace.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Matsui is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rowan Atkinson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Atkinson has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Rowan Atkinson!
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight for Rowan Atkinson!
Judge James Atkins scores the fight for Rowan Atkinson!
Rowan Atkinson wins by unanimous decision!
Rowan Atkinson retains his lightweight title!
Post fight, Rowan Atkinson took to the microphone: 'I'm the champ bitch, I ain't gotta show the belt'.
Hachiro Matsui was interviewed post fight and said 'That was a great fight, I gotta give props to my opponent. He did what he had to do. But I'm not done and I'll be back stronger next time! Thank you to my fans and sponsors. '.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sergey Gribov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ivan Lavronenko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lavronenko is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Ex-Sektor Gaza - 'Dopilsya'. Ivan Lavronenko acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the ring.
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212 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
21 - 11 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Sergey Gribov!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 12 - 2, fighting out of Helsinki, Ivan Lavronenko!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Andrew Berry and Chris Edwards.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gribov slaps away a takedown attempt from Lavronenko, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lavronenko scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Gribov is trying to get back to half guard.
Lavronenko advances to full mount.
Gribov is looking to improve his position but Lavronenko isn't that keen on the idea.
Gribov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lavronenko tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lavronenko can't control as he wanted to and Gribov manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Lavronenko takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Gribov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lavronenko pulls his head out easily.
Lavronenko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gribov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gribov wants to get back to full guard but Lavronenko has mounted him!
Lavronenko trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gribov working to try and regain half guard.
Lavronenko takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lavronenko fails to move to back control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gribov is desperately trying to improve his position but Lavronenko has a good base and remains in mount.
Gribov wants to hold on but Lavronenko pushes him away.
Lavronenko pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Gribov is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lavronenko moves to back control.
Gribov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
You can see the frustration on Gribov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
I would not like to be Gribov right now.
Gribov breaks Lavronenko's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Gribov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gribov wants to pass the guard but Lavronenko is keeping the position.
Lavronenko working for a triangle but Gribov defends it easily.
Lavronenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gribov is one step ahead there.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko looking for a guillotine here but Gribov defends easily.
Lavronenko bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gribov's guard.
Lavronenko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gribov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavronenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Gribov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gribov keeping full guard, as Lavronenko tries to pass.
Gribov looking for a sweep. Not yet Gribov, not yet.
Gribov keeping moving, preventing Lavronenko from controlling successfully.
Gribov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lavronenko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lavronenko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lavronenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gribov is keeping the position for now.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lavronenko wants to pass the guard but Gribov is defending well.
Lavronenko uses his free foot to push down on Gribov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gribov.
Lavronenko is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Gribov is in real trouble.
Lavronenko wants to control but Gribov is keeping busy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Gribov trying to control the action but Lavronenko just sinks the hooks in.
Gribov wants to escape the position.
Lavronenko working for the choke.
Lavronenko struggling to keep hold of the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko gets his hands free as Gribov looks to control.
Gribov wants to escape the position.
Lavronenko trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Gribov tries to escape the position.
Lavronenko working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Lavronenko controlling well, preventing Gribov from escaping the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Lavronenko's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Lavronenko dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Lavronenko feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Lavronenko looking to pass the guard.
Lavronenko advances position into side control!
Lavronenko wants to control but Gribov is keeping him busy.
Lavronenko is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gribov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lavronenko trying to control the action but Gribov is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lavronenko advances nicely into full mount.
Ivan Lavronenko has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lavronenko tries to control but Gribov wriggling away.
Gribov wants to control but Lavronenko is having none of it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko tries to control but Gribov wriggling away.
Lavronenko controlling from mount.
Lavronenko trying to control but Gribov is having none of it.
Gribov prevents Lavronenko from taking his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gribov is looking to escape.
Gribov tries to hold on but Lavronenko postures up.
Gribov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lavronenko wants to control the pace but Gribov is squirming around nicely.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko controlling the position easily from mount.
Gribov is squirming around, avoiding Lavronenko's attempts to control the action.
Gribov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko has his foot on Gribov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gribov works his way back into a safe position though.
Lavronenko keeping moving, preventing Gribov from controlling successfully.
Lavronenko pulls Gribov in close to prevent any damage.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Lavronenko decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gribov is looking for a sweep. Lavronenko is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gribov wants to control but Lavronenko is keeping busy.
Gribov tries to roll over but Lavronenko keeps him under control.
Gribov trying to control but Lavronenko postures up.
Lavronenko is looking to advance position but Gribov won't allow it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Gribov is looking for a sweep. Lavronenko is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Gribov's thigh. Gribov counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Lavronenko controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gribov looking for a sweep. Not yet Gribov, not yet.
Lavronenko trying to move into half guard but instead Gribov has managed to sweep!
Gribov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lavronenko working for a triangle but Gribov defends it easily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gribov stacks Lavronenko on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Gribov!
Lavronenko tries to improve position but can't.
Lavronenko manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Gribov tries to roll over but Lavronenko keeps him under control.
Lavronenko controlling the action here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko prevents Gribov from improving his position.
Gribov is working hard here to advance position.
Lavronenko with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lavronenko wants to pass the guard but Gribov is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Lavronenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Lavronenko shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Gribov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lavronenko working away.
Gribov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lavronenko's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Gribov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lavronenko slows the pace down in half guard.
Gribov trying to control but Lavronenko postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lavronenko with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lavronenko moves into full mount! Gribov won't be happy about that!
Lavronenko looking to control and managing it successfully.
Gribov prevents Lavronenko from taking his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gribov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lavronenko controlling from mount.
Lavronenko manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gribov to take his back!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Gribov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Lavronenko struggling to keep hold of the position.
Gribov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Well, with Lavronenko on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Gribov is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Gribov breaks Lavronenko's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Lavronenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gribov is one step ahead there.
Gribov is looking to pass into half guard but Lavronenko pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lavronenko is in guard.
Gribov controls Lavronenko momentarily but Lavronenko frees himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lavronenko advances to half guard.
Lavronenko in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Gribov tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Lavronenko!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ivan Lavronenko! Ivan Lavronenko retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Ivan Lavronenko thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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G |
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B |
G |
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C |
G |
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energy
A | B |
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hype
A | B |
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pop
A | B |
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mgr
A | B |
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FIGHT
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