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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Daniel McFadden (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Reg Throb (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Throb has chosen Sexes On Fire as his entrance music. Reg Throb will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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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
11 - 12 - 0, fighting out of London, Daniel McFadden!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Reg Throb!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Phil Schofield and William Gold.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McFadden shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Throb's guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
McFadden stopping the sweep attempt from Throb.
McFadden with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Throb wants to get back to his feet but McFadden is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
McFadden throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Throb really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McFadden. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Throb is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McFadden defends well.
McFadden keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Throb's head.
McFadden throwing strikes from guard but Throb blocks nicely.
McFadden with a nice head shot there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McFadden thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Throb looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Throb wants to sweep here but McFadden controlling him for the moment.
McFadden thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
McFadden lands a couple of digs.
McFadden scoring with punches to the head and body.
McFadden postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
McFadden stopping the sweep attempt from Throb.
McFadden landing some decent shots from guard.
It looks like Reg Throb has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McFadden working some strikes from top position.
McFadden content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McFadden is in close to Throb's body, working some short punches and elbows.
McFadden has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McFadden is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Throb is rocked!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
McFadden passes into half guard.
Throb looks winded!
McFadden stops Throb from getting back to his feet.
McFadden looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
McFadden will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
McFadden drops an elbow to the side of Throb's head.
Throb is still in real trouble! Can McFadden finish him?
McFadden looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Throb with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
That has opened up Reg Throb's cut even more.
McFadden lands a big elbow - Throb is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for McFadden!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daniel McFadden!
An out of breath Daniel McFadden thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lubomir Aleksandrowicz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gunnar Sigbjornsson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sigbjornsson has chosen Greta Salóme & Jónsi....Never Forget as his entrance music. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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264 lbs
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265 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Lubomir Aleksandrowicz!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 7 - 0, fighting out of London, Gunnar Sigbjornsson!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, William Gold and James Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Aleksandrowicz throws an off balance right hand
and Sigbjornsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Aleksandrowicz misses with a looping right.
Aleksandrowicz falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sigbjornsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Aleksandrowicz staying out of range there.
Aleksandrowicz throws a body punch but Sigbjornsson moves out of range.
Aleksandrowicz fails with a takedown attempt.
Sigbjornsson goes for a double leg but Aleksandrowicz avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Aleksandrowicz continues to drive forward.
Sigbjornsson leaning against his opponent.
Aleksandrowicz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Aleksandrowicz wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short right from Sigbjornsson on the inside.
Aleksandrowicz wants to get back to striking at distance but Sigbjornsson won't allow it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Aleksandrowicz tries to pull guard but Sigbjornsson won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lubomir Aleksandrowicz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sigbjornsson manages to break the clinch.
Aleksandrowicz throws a jab but it's blocked by Sigbjornsson.
Sigbjornsson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Sigbjornsson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Aleksandrowicz, who protects the arm well.
Sigbjornsson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Aleksandrowicz's legs.
Aleksandrowicz is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Mano`s Elite BJJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
You can see the frustration on Aleksandrowicz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Aleksandrowicz misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Aleksandrowicz is holding Sigbjornsson down, trying to stall.
Sigbjornsson advances nicely into full mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson lands a big shot there that rocks Aleksandrowicz but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sigbjornsson controlling his opponent.
Sigbjornsson fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Aleksandrowicz tries to hold on but Sigbjornsson postures up.
Sigbjornsson controlling his opponent.
Let's hope that Sigbjornsson has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Sigbjornsson landing strikes from the mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Aleksandrowicz working to try and regain half guard.
Aleksandrowicz is trying to stand.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sigbjornsson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Aleksandrowicz is trying desperately to improve position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Aleksandrowicz tries to lock up and control but Sigbjornsson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sigbjornsson controlling from the full mount.
Sigbjornsson prevents Aleksandrowicz from getting the reversal.
Sigbjornsson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aleksandrowicz regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Sigbjornsson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Aleksandrowicz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sigbjornsson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Aleksandrowicz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sigbjornsson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sigbjornsson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Aleksandrowicz.
Sigbjornsson misses with a takedown attempt
letting Aleksandrowicz counter with a right hand.
Aleksandrowicz throws a head kick that misses.
Aleksandrowicz takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
It looks like Lubomir Aleksandrowicz has been cut.
Aleksandrowicz misses with a left hand
and Sigbjornsson counters with a good low kick that Aleksandrowicz was not able to check.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sigbjornsson dives in and scores a takedown into Aleksandrowicz's guard.
Aleksandrowicz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sigbjornsson sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Aleksandrowicz looking for subs off his back but Sigbjornsson has passed one foot through into half guard.
Sigbjornsson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Aleksandrowicz is in trouble now - Sigbjornsson has advanced to mount!
Sigbjornsson content just to control the position here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Gunnar Sigbjornsson hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Donk. Aleksandrowicz catches Sigbjornsson right on the button with a cross.
Horrible takedown by Sigbjornsson or perhaps it was just good defense by Aleksandrowicz which made him look bad.
Lubomir Aleksandrowicz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gunnar Sigbjornsson.
Sigbjornsson feints and as Aleksandrowicz raises his hands in defense, Sigbjornsson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sigbjornsson 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.
Aleksandrowicz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aleksandrowicz wants to stand and escape but Sigbjornsson is having none of it.
Sigbjornsson wants to pass the guard but Aleksandrowicz is keeping the position.
Sigbjornsson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Sigbjornsson prevents Aleksandrowicz from getting back to his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson 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.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Aleksandrowicz loads up on a big right hand but Sigbjornsson slips the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sigbjornsson shoots in looking for a takedown. Aleksandrowicz tries to sprawl out of it but Sigbjornsson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Aleksandrowicz manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sigbjornsson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Aleksandrowicz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Sigbjornsson closes the distance and pushes Aleksandrowicz back into the cage.
Aleksandrowicz throws a head punch that misses.
Aleksandrowicz looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Sigbjornsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Lubomir Aleksandrowicz's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
A looping hook to the body misses from Aleksandrowicz. Sigbjornsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Sigbjornsson misses the target.
Aleksandrowicz gets caught napping as Sigbjornsson dives in and scores a takedown. Aleksandrowicz manages to retain guard.
Sigbjornsson looking to pass the guard.
Sigbjornsson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Aleksandrowicz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sigbjornsson is one step ahead there.
Aleksandrowicz keeping full guard, as Sigbjornsson tries to pass.
Sigbjornsson lands a couple of digs.
Gunnar Sigbjornsson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aleksandrowicz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sigbjornsson's guard.
Sigbjornsson working a defensive guard here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson wants to sweep but no luck.
Aleksandrowicz stands up and waves to Sigbjornsson to follow him.
Aleksandrowicz tries to keep at a distance but Sigbjornsson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sigbjornsson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Aleksandrowicz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Aleksandrowicz tries to sprawl but Sigbjornsson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Sigbjornsson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aleksandrowicz defends it well.
Sigbjornsson passes to full mount!
Sigbjornsson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
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!
Sigbjornsson breaks from Aleksandrowicz's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Aleksandrowicz tries to hold on but Sigbjornsson postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sigbjornsson trying to control but Aleksandrowicz is having none of it.
Sigbjornsson controlling from the full mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aleksandrowicz wants to hold on but Sigbjornsson pushes him away.
Sigbjornsson content just to control the position here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Aleksandrowicz is trying to escape the mount.
Aleksandrowicz wants to get back to his feet.
Lubomir Aleksandrowicz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aleksandrowicz is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sigbjornsson content just to control the position here.
Aleksandrowicz is looking to get to half guard.
Sigbjornsson landing punches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Aleksandrowicz is bucking up trying to escape but Sigbjornsson cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Sigbjornsson content just to control the position here.
Gunnar Sigbjornsson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sigbjornsson landing punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Sigbjornsson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sigbjornsson has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Sigbjornsson!
Gunnar Sigbjornsson managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Golden Supplements , into his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Fiodor Jemelianko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bojan Bajic (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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220 lbs
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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
12 - 14 - 1, fighting out of London, Fiodor Jemelianko!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 4 - 1, fighting out of London, Bojan Bajic!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and Colin Fotheringham.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bajic throws a head kick that misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jemelianko.
Jemelianko misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bajic throws a low kick, looking for Jemelianko's leg but Jemelianko calmly moves out of range.
Jemelianko looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jemelianko shoots in looking for a takedown but Bajic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jemelianko's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiodor Jemelianko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown by Jemelianko or perhaps it was just good defense by Bajic which made him look bad.
Bajic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jemelianko.
Bajic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jemelianko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bajic misses with a hook.
Bajic leaves Jemelianko with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jemelianko connects with a looping right hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bajic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jemelianko.
Horrible takedown by Jemelianko or perhaps it was just good defense by Bajic which made him look bad.
Jemelianko looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice sprawl there from Bajic as Jemelianko shoots in.
Bajic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jemelianko shoots in for a takedown but Bajic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bajic throws a chopping leg kick but Jemelianko manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bajic tries a head kick but it misses.
Jemelianko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bajic catches Jemelianko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jemelianko throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bajic scores with a hook.
Jemelianko tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bajic swivels and escapes.
Jemelianko tries to bum rush Bajic with a series of wild strikes but Bajic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jemelianko is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bajic sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jemelianko shoots in looking for a takedown. Bajic tries to sprawl out of it but Jemelianko keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bajic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jemelianko blocks a head kick by Bajic.
Bajic throws a head kick but Jemelianko moves out of range.
Jemelianko darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jemelianko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bajic regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bajic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jemelianko stopping the sweep attempt from Bajic.
Jemelianko drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bajic dives on top into guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bajic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jemelianko preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jemelianko will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Jemelianko 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.
Jemelianko escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bajic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bajic is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jemelianko throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bajic uses it to pass to side control.
Bajic trying to control the position but Jemelianko is working away.
Jemelianko tries to buck Bajic off but Bajic is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bajic working the ground and pound.
Jemelianko tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bajic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bajic cracks Jemelianko with a big right hand but Jemelianko just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
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!
Bajic landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Jemelianko takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Bajic working away.
Bajic grinds an elbow into Jemelianko's temple.
Jemelianko tries to improve position but can't.
Bajic working the head with strikes.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Jemelianko is trying to improve his position.
Jemelianko taking a bit of punishment here - Bajic scoring with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jemelianko gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bojan Bajic dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Jemelianko tried to score with a low kick but Bajic checks it.
Jemelianko shoots in for a double leg but Bajic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jemelianko shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bajic defends it nicely.
Jemelianko takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bojan Bajic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jemelianko shoots in for a takedown but Bajic shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiodor Jemelianko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jemelianko ducks under a wild hook from Bajic.
Fiodor Jemelianko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bajic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jemelianko tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bajic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jemelianko fails with the takedown.
Some wild striking there from Jemelianko.
Jemelianko fails with a takedown attempt.
Bojan Bajic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jemelianko ducks under a wild hook from Bajic.
Jemelianko shoots in and drives through. Bajic sprawls well.
Bajic 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.
Jemelianko 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.
Bajic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jemelianko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jemelianko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bajic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bajic looking for a guillotine here but Jemelianko defends easily.
Bajic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bajic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jemelianko is one step ahead there.
Bajic working a defensive guard here.
Jemelianko trying to control but Bajic is working from the bottom.
Jemelianko would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Bajic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jemelianko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bajic is keeping the position for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jemelianko postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Bajic is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Jemelianko, into his guard.
Jemelianko looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bajic has picked Jemelianko up and slammed him! Jemelianko can't keep hold of the triangle and Bajic manages to pass to side control!
Jemelianko takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Jemelianko tries to escape but Bajic is in control.
Jemelianko tries to buck Bajic off but Bajic is having none of it.
Jemelianko takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Bajic connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Jemelianko some visible discomfort.
Bajic landing a few strikes.
Bajic working the ground and pound.
Jemelianko sneaks back into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bajic lands with a punch from half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jemelianko looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bajic slips a nice elbow through Jemelianko's hands, connecting with Jemelianko's forehead.
Jemelianko won't allow Bajic to pass to mount.
Bajic is nestled in close to Jemelianko, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Jemelianko is defending against the submission attempts here by Bajic.
Jemelianko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bajic pulls his head out easily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jemelianko tries to roll over but Bajic keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bojan Bajic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Bajic lands a head shot.
Jemelianko shoots in for a takedown but Bajic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bajic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bajic fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jemelianko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jemelianko looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bajic controlling the position well.
Jemelianko is working for a submission of some sort.
Jemelianko is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Bajic still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Bajic has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bajic working the head with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Jemelianko's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jemelianko takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Jemelianko tries to bench press Bajic off him but Bajic keeps the position.
Bajic grinds an elbow into Jemelianko's temple.
Bojan Bajic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jemelianko is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Jemelianko is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bajic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Jemelianko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bajic working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bajic is looking to advance position but Jemelianko won't allow it.
Bajic working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Jemelianko wants to improve his position but Bajic is controlling well.
Bajic takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jemelianko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jemelianko is staying active underneath Bajic, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jemelianko looking for submissions off his back.
Jemelianko on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bajic is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Bojan Bajic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bajic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Jemelianko wants to control but Bajic passes into side.
Bajic taking a breather here.
You can see the frustration on Jemelianko's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bajic trying to control the action but Jemelianko is working from the bottom.
Jemelianko tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Bajic easily slips into full mount!
Jemelianko is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bajic controlling his opponent.
Bajic has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Jemelianko's face.
Bajic looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Bajic scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Bajic cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Jemelianko is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Jemelianko takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bajic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bajic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jemelianko is looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bojan Bajic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bajic has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bojan Bajic!
Our winner, Bojan Bajic, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Jackie Soap (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Timmeh Larson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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159 lbs
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163 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Jackie Soap!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 4 - 1, fighting out of St Petersburg, Timmeh Larson!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Andrew Berry and Daniel Bishop.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Larson fails in his attempt to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Soap. Larson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Soap looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Larson tries to close the distance and clinch but Soap swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A jab from Larson does it's job there.
Soap tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Larson swivels and escapes.
A combination from Larson does no damage.
Larson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Soap manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Soap shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Larson closes the distance and clinches.
Soap has Larson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Larson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackie Soap. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Soap wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Larson slows down the pace here.
Larson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Larson missing with knees to the body.
Larson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Soap up against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Larson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Larson misses with a knee strike.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Larson misses with a knee strike.
Larson looking to throw knees to the head but Soap is blocking nicely.
Larson stalling in the clinch.
Soap misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Larson.
Larson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Soap in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Soap wants to break free but Larson has control.
Soap is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Larson slowing the pace effectively.
Soap wants to take the fight to the mat but Larson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Larson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Soaps head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Larson obliges.
Larson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Soap on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Soap changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Larson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Soap shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Larson is trying to defend but Soap finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Soap wants to free his trapped foot but Larson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Larson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Soap frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Soap tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Soap is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Larson is in real trouble.
Larson tries to escape the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
I would not like to be Larson right now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Timmeh Larson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Larson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Larson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Larson leaning his opponent against the cage.
Larson landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Larson prevents the takedown attempt.
Soap blocks an elbow strike from Larson.
Larson looking to throw knees to the head but Soap is blocking nicely.
Soap tries for a takedown. No joy.
Larson leaning against his opponent.
Soap goes for a takedown in the clinch but Larson prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackie Soap. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Larson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Soap wants a takedown.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Larson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Soap blocks it with crossed arms.
Larson stops a takedown attempt from Soap.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Larson.
Larson comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Soap is working for takedown but Larson is calmly controlling the position for now.
A knee to the head by Larson.
Larson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Soap.
Soap is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Larson is defending well.
Larson tries a knee to the head but Soap blocks it.
Larson lands a left hand.
Larson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Larson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Larson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Soap looking for a takedown.
Larson is pressed up against the cage. Soap has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Larson down to the mat. Larson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Soap throws a body punch but Larson moves out of range.
Soap fails with a takedown attempt.
Soap keeps the fight on the outside.
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!
Soap shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Larson as he avoids it easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Larson blocks the leg kick.
Nice takedown defense from Larson. No joy for Soap on that attempt.
Soap scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Larson tries to improve position but can't.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Soap just content to control the position.
Larson is trying to work for a sweep but Soap has mounted him!
Soap sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Soap is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Larson has managed to escape the submission attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Soap content just to control the position here.
Larson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Timmeh Larson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
Larson wants to clinch up but Soap keeps it at a distance.
Larson doesn't manage to clinch there - Soap circles away.
Soap scores with a takedown into Larson's guard.
Soap passes into half guard.
Soap controlling the action here.
Larson wants to control but Soap is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Soap is pressing down on Larson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Larson is holding on for now.
Soap seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Jackie Soap has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Larson fails in his attempt to clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Soap gets a takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Soap seems content to control.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Larson tries to roll over but Soap keeps him under control.
Larson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Soap is looking to stand up but Larson won't let him.
Jackie Soap has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Soap decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Soap not doing much here.
Larson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Soap controlling the pace.
Timmeh Larson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Soap has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jackie Soap has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Soap moves away from the strike by Larson.
Larson avoids the head kick by Soap.
Soap fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Larson to the ground. Soap is now in Larson's guard.
Jackie Soap overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Larson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Soap controls the pace.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Larson is trying to keep Soap in close.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jackie Soap showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Larson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Timmeh Larson!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Mickael Zewski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dean Martin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Zewski comes to the cage accompanied by 6CLIK - Tu sais jamais. The crowd seem to be enjoying Martin's choice of entrance music: Dean Martin - LITTLE OLD WINE DRINKER ME . Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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28
165 lbs
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27
169 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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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
6 - 7 - 1, fighting out of London, Mickael Zewski!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 13 - 0, fighting out of London, Dean Martin!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Paul Tew and Richard Clark.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Zewski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Zewski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Martin tries to bum rush Zewski with a series of wild strikes but Zewski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Martin attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A big left from Martin misses.
Zewski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Martin.
Martin throws a low kick but Zewski moves out of range easily.
Zewski looks to land a combination. Martin sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Martin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Zewski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Zewski falls off balance throwing a combination
and Martin counters with a stiff right hand.
Zewski throws a nice looking combination but Martin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Martin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zewski moves away.
Martin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Martin throws an off balance right hand
and Zewski counters with a one-two to the body.
Zewski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Martin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Martin scores with a decent looking hook.
Martin takes a swing at Zewski's ribcage but misses.
Martin shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Zewski manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Martin lands a couple of elbows.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Martin working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Zewski is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Martin defends well.
Martin lands a couple of digs.
Zewski is trying to keep Martin in close.
Martin scoring with punches to the head and body.
Zewski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Martin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zewski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Zewski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Martin chips away with some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Martin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zewski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zewski wants to stand but Martin is controlling the position.
Zewski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Martin.
Zewski keeping moving, preventing Martin from controlling successfully.
Zewski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Martin landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zewski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zewski had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Martin defends it easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Zewski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zewski avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zewski is looking to cinch up a triangle. Martin throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Zewski's body to avoid the submission. Zewski has instead reached around Martin's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Zewski arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mickael Zewski!
Post fight, an emotional Mickael Zewski said 'the cage is my home and this organisation is my home.'.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jackson Kenny (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Pavel Nastul (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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181 lbs
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23
242 lbs
6 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 12 - 0, fighting out of London, Jackson Kenny!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Pavel Nastul!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Richard Clark and Donald Grub.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nastul forces Kenny back against the cage and clinches.
Nastul can't get the takedown.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nastul.
Nastul lands an uppercut.
Kenny manages to break the clinch.
Nastul has managed to clinch.
Nastul is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kenny gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Nastul has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kenny is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jackson Kenny has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Nastul.
Kenny's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nastul throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Kenny to counter with a crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nastul looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kenny tries to close the distance and clinch but Nastul swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nastul lands the left hand.
Nastul looks to land a left hand but Kenny moved out of range nicely.
Pavel Nastul seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nastul thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kenny lands with an overhand left.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nastul waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kenny.
Kenny tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nastul paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nastul misses with an uppercut. Kenny saw that one coming.
Kenny with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nastul to score with a decent uppercut.
Nastul gets in close and instigates a clinch.
I was talking to Kenny's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Nastul lands an uppercut.
Kenny tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nastul is working for takedown but Kenny is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kenny using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nastul has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nastul has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kenny is trying to keep an underhook but Nastul manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Nastul looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nastul thows a huge punch but Kenny dodges it nicely.
Nastul is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kenny is staying active underneath Nastul, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nastul is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kenny has managed to free his arm - good work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nastul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kenny's head.
Kenny is defending against the submission attempts here by Nastul.
Nastul trying to control from half guard but Kenny is working away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nastul works his foot free and advances to mount.
Nastul throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Kenny really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nastul trying to control but Kenny is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nastul is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nastul throwing strikes but Kenny uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Nastul stalling.
Nastul missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Nastul looks to land a strike but Kenny avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Nastul drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kenny looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kenny looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kenny!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pavel Nastul dominated that round.
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.
Kenny misses with a series of wild punches.
Kenny pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kenny tries to work over Nastul's front leg with a kick but Nastul checks it.
Nastul is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kenny.
Nastul throws a looping overhand right but Kenny ducks down to avoid it.
Kenny throws a right hand that Nastul ducks under and follows up with a left that Nastul also avoids with ease.
Kenny staying out of range there.
Nastul swings for the body but Kenny moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kenny.
Nastul lands a lovely overhand right.
Nastul shoots for a takedown but Kenny saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nastul throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nastul shoots in and gets a takedown into Kenny's guard.
Kenny keeping moving, preventing Nastul from controlling successfully.
Nastul wants to pass the guard but Kenny is keeping the position.
Nastul trying to move into half guard but instead Kenny has managed to sweep!
Nastul wants to sweep but no luck.
Nastul is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nastul is trying to control the position but Kenny postures up.
Nastul has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Nastul might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kenny haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Pavel Nastul was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Nastul keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kenny wants to clinch up but Nastul keeps it at a distance.
Nastul avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kenny moves away from the strike by Nastul.
Nastul thows a left - swing and a miss!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nastul looks to land a right hand but Kenny moved out of range.
Kenny jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nastul avoids the body shot from Kenny.
Nastul thows a body shot but no joy.
Kenny tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nastul swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nastul shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kenny pinned against the cage. Kenny gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jackson Kenny is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nastul fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jackson Kenny has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Nastul.
Nastul throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nastul misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kenny.
Kenny wants to clinch.
Jab, jab by Kenny - just one landing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nastul misses with a hook
and Kenny counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nastul slips a jab from Kenny.
Kenny's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nastul under the eye.
Nastul dives in for a single leg takedown but Kenny sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kenny lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kenny pushes off an throws an elbow but Nastul leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kenny looking to throw knees to the head but Nastul is blocking nicely.
Nastul is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kenny gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nastul goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kenny prevents it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nastul can't get the takedown.
Nastul tries to score a body lock takedown but Kenny shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Pavel Nastul will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
Kenny misses the shot to the body.
Nastul throws a body punch but Kenny moves out of range.
Kenny throws a hook but Nastul blocks it.
Nastul misses with a shot to the body
and Kenny counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nastul scores with a jab to the head.
Kenny bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nastul looks for a takedown but Kenny sprawls well.
Nastul lands the left hand.
Nastul misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kenny counters with a nice body shot.
Kenny throws a jab but it's blocked by Nastul.
Nastul throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kenny sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kenny lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nastul circles away quickly and effectively.
Nastul takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kenny throws a body punch but Nastul moves out of range.
Kenny throws out a powerful jab.
Jackson Kenny is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nastul rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kenny counters with a right hand to the body.
Kenny misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kenny throws a series of strikes that have Nastul backpedaling.
Kenny staying out of range there.
Kenny is looking to score with low kicks.
Nastul misses with an uppercut
and Kenny counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kenny misses with a two punch combination.
Kenny cracks Nastul with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nastul. Kenny does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kenny throws a series of strikes that have Nastul backpedaling.
Kenny tries to move into range but Nastul moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kenny misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nastul.
Nastul works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nastul darts in looking for a takedown but Kenny gets double underhooks and turns Nastul into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nastul is working for takedown but Kenny is calmly controlling the position for now.
Jackson Kenny has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Nastul.
Kenny stops a takedown attempt from Nastul.
Nastul fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kenny is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Kenny stops a takedown attempt from Nastul.
Nastul takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nastul tries to break free but Kenny pushes him back against the cage.
Kenny is struggling to control the position.
Kenny breaks the clinch.
Kenny thows a body shot but no joy.
Nastul fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nastul tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kenny was well out of range. Poor timing from Nastul.
Nastul shoots in for a double leg but Kenny sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jackson Kenny is winning the standup battle so far.
Nastul moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kenny tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nastul misses the shot to the body.
Nastul misses with a looping right.
Kenny tries to close the distance and clinch but Nastul swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A shot to the liver by Kenny. Beautiful body shot.
Kenny takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nastul swings widly with a right hand
and Kenny counters with a left to the body.
Nastul keeps the fight on the outside.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nastul connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kenny fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nastul shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kenny as he jumps to the side.
Pavel Nastul is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kenny is looking to clinch but Nastul is avoiding it.
Kenny moves away from the strike by Nastul.
Kenny slips a straight right by Nastul.
Nastul dives in and grabs Kenny's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kenny pushes down on Nastul's head and hops out.
Kenny on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kenny throws out a loose jab but Nastul uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A swing and a miss from Nastul.
Kenny punishes Nastul's body with a nice straight punch.
Jackson Kenny has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nastul ducks under a wild hook from Kenny.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jackson Kenny showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nastul has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pavel Nastul!
A relieved looking Pavel Nastul thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Kogata Munoz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Piotr Rasputin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rasputin has chosen Evil Scarecrow- Robotatron as his entrance music. Piotr Rasputin has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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27
160 lbs
13 - 3 - 1 |
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24
150 lbs
14 - 5 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Cardio machine |
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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
13 - 3 - 1, fighting out of Amsterdam, Kogata Munoz!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Piotr Rasputin!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Richard Clark and Sam Margolis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Munoz scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Rasputin punching from the bottom.
Munoz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rasputin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rasputin trying to control here.
Munoz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rasputin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Munoz.
Munoz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rasputin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Munoz is looking to stall here but Rasputin recovers full guard.
Munoz tries to free his leg and advance position but Rasputin is retaining full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Munoz passes Rasputin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rasputin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rasputin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Munoz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Munoz content to stall in guard here.
Munoz wants to control from the top but Rasputin keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rasputin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Rasputin throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Munoz to regain full guard.
Munoz wants to get back to his feet but Rasputin is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Rasputin trying to control the position from guard on top but Munoz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Munoz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rasputin wants to control from the top but Munoz keeps moving.
Munoz keeping full guard, as Rasputin tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rasputin trying to control the position from guard on top but Munoz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Piotr Rasputin.
Munoz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Munoz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Still in half guard, Munoz seems content to control.
Munoz is looking to advance position but Rasputin won't allow it.
Munoz lands strikes from half guard.
Rasputin wants to improve his position but Munoz is controlling well.
Munoz wants to free his trapped foot but Rasputin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rasputin is refusing to be controlled, as Munoz sits in half guard.
Rasputin tries to roll over but Munoz keeps him under control.
Rasputin on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Rasputin wants to improve his position but Munoz is controlling well.
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!
Munoz passes to full mount!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Munoz wants to control the pace but Rasputin is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kogata Munoz dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Munoz throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rasputin tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Munoz is in Rasputin's guard.
Munoz is looking to pass into half guard but Rasputin pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rasputin is in guard.
Rasputin tries to free his leg and advance position but Munoz is retaining full guard.
Munoz wants to stand and escape but Rasputin is having none of it.
Munoz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Munoz keeping moving, preventing Rasputin from controlling successfully.
Rasputin is looking to work some ground and pound but Munoz has wrist control.
Rasputin trying to control the position from guard on top but Munoz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Munoz is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rasputin's half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rasputin tries to get to full guard but Munoz has control of the leg.
Rasputin is trying to control but can't.
Rasputin is trying to stand.
Munoz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Munoz trying to control the pace.
Rasputin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rasputin wants to stand but Munoz is controlling the position.
Munoz is looking to work some ground and pound but Rasputin has wrist control.
Munoz trying to control but Rasputin is working from the bottom.
Kogata Munoz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Munoz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rasputin is keeping the position for now.
Munoz lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Munoz wants to pass the guard but Rasputin is keeping the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Munoz prevents Rasputin from getting back to his feet.
Rasputin 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.
Rasputin keeps trying to improve his position.
Munoz tries to free his leg and advance position but Rasputin is retaining full guard.
Rasputin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Munoz manages to get himself to full guard.
Rasputin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Munoz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Munoz keeping moving, preventing Rasputin from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Munoz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rasputin manages to get himself to full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Munoz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Rasputin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Munoz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rasputin tries to strike from the bottom.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Munoz wants to control from the top but Rasputin keeps moving.
Munoz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kogata Munoz dominated that second round.
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. This is the final round!
Rasputin fails with a takedown attempt.
Munoz throws a low kick, looking for Rasputin's leg but Rasputin calmly moves out of range.
Rasputin fails with the takedown.
Munoz misses with a wild body shot.
Rasputin shoots in for a double leg but Munoz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kogata Munoz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piotr Rasputin.
Rasputin shoots for a takedown but Munoz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Munoz scores with a takedown into Rasputin's guard.
Rasputin keeping moving, preventing Munoz from controlling successfully.
Munoz content to stall in guard here.
Munoz wants to control from the top but Rasputin keeps moving.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rasputin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Munoz stopping the sweep attempt from Rasputin.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Rasputin shoots for a double leg takedown but Munoz sprawls well. He's pushed Rasputin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rasputin shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Munoz is looking for a sweep. Rasputin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Munoz makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Munoz 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.
Munoz stays in close to Rasputin's body and controls the position.
Munoz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rasputin is trying to get back to half guard.
Munoz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Munoz scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Rasputin to see if he's OK.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Munoz in side control lands a decent elbow.
Piotr Rasputin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rasputin manages to work his way to half guard, despite Munoz's best efforts.
Rasputin is looking for a sweep. Munoz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rasputin works his way to full guard. Good work.
Munoz trying to control the position from guard on top but Rasputin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rasputin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Munoz.
Rasputin looking for a guillotine here but Munoz defends easily.
Kogata Munoz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Munoz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Munoz wants to control from the top but Rasputin keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Munoz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rasputin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Munoz defends well.
Rasputin being controlled here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kogata Munoz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Munoz has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kogata Munoz!
After winning the bout, Kogata Munoz 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 heavyweight MMA rules bout between Eric Cartman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Frank Castle (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Cartman comes into the arena with All Within My Hands blaring out of the sound system. Castle comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Biohazard- Punishment kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Eric Cartman had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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29
283 lbs
12 - 9 - 0 |
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32
285 lbs
17 - 10 - 0 |
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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
12 - 9 - 0, fighting out of London, Eric Cartman!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 10 - 0, fighting out of London, Frank Castle!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Daniel Bishop and Andrew Berry.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cartman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Castle circles away from the clinch attempt
and Castle decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cartman's guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Cartman working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Castle.
Cartman looking for a sweep. Not yet Cartman, not yet.
Cartman can't keep his opponent in guard - Castle advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Castle working over Cartman with some ground and pound. Cartman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Castle is looking for a kimura here.
Cartman trying to control but Castle postures up.
Cartman has his hands clasped together around Castle's back. He's all about the action.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cartman is looking for a sweep. Castle is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Castle thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Cartman's head.
Cartman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Castle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cartman trying to control from the bottom.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Castle takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Castle thows a huge punch but Cartman dodges it nicely.
Castle throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Castle is nestled in close to Cartman, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Castle lands a nice short elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cartman is looking to escape.
Castle wants to pass the guard but Cartman is defending well.
Cartman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Castle is working away from the top position though.
Castle is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Castle throwing shots but Cartman is blocking nicely.
Cartman wants to get back to his feet.
Castle missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Castle missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Castle not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Cartman is trying to stand.
Castle has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Cartman is looking for a sweep. Castle is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Castle drops an elbow to the side of Cartman's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cartman avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Castle.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Castle working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Castle is trying to work for a kimura but Cartman is defending well.
Castle is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Cartman!
Cartman wants to hold on but Castle pushes him away.
Cartman is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Castle is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Castle thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cartman tries to reverse the position but Castle maintains control.
Cartman is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Castle raining down hammerfists from mount.
Cartman manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Castle lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Castle is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Castle thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Cartman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Castle.
Cartman regains full guard. Nicely done.
Castle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cartman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cartman wants to sweep but no luck.
Castle looking to pass the guard.
Cartman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Castle throws a big elbow that misses.
Cartman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cartman wants to get back to his feet but Castle is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cartman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cartman wants to get back to his feet but Castle is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cartman holds on and takes a little breather.
Cartman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Castle is one step ahead there.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Castle throws a big right hand that misses.
Castle pushes down on Cartman's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Castle dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Castle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Cartman.
Castle shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Castle looks to score with a jab to the body but Cartman is just out of range.
Cartman doesn't manage to clinch there - Castle circles away.
Cartman clinches.
Cartman misses with some punches.
Cartman cracks Castle with a nice body shot.
Castle blocking some punches.
Cartman lands an uppercut.
Our sources have told us that Cartman has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Come on Cartman - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Cartman misses with a knee strike.
Castle struggles to land a body shot inside as Cartman controls his hands.
Cartman lands a nice uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Castle.
Cartman misses with the head strike.
Cartman throws a head punch that misses.
Cartman gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
It looks like Frank Castle has been cut.
A nice left hand lands by Castle.
Cartman is struggling to control the position.
Cartman lands with a left to the head.
Castle misses with some punches.
Cartman is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Castle managing to block the knees to the body from Cartman.
Cartman unloads a knee to the mid-section.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cartman lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Cartman lands a damaging elbow.
That has opened up Frank Castle's cut even more.
Eric Cartman has scored more points in the clinch so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cartman lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Cartman will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Castle up against the cage.
Cartman throws a head punch that misses.
Castle tries to work over Cartman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Castle's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The cut above Frank Castle's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Cartman working aggressively here.
Castle misses with the head strike.
Cartman landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Castle is breathing heavily.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cartman.
Cartman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Castle is defending well for now.
Cartman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Cartman scores with a nice short uppercut.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cartman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Castle backwards.
Cartman blocks an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Cartman.
Cartman lands a hook that snaps the head of Castle backwards.
Frank Castle's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Cartman throws a punch but it's blocked by Castle.
Cartman gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Frank Castle's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Eric Cartman!
During a confident post fight interview, Eric Cartman 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 Hector Barbosa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Heimo Vesa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that Hector Barbosa has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Hector Barbosa seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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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 Helsinki, Hector Barbosa!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Heimo Vesa!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Glass and James Ackerman.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Barbosa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vesa's sensitive parts.
Vesa throws a nice looking combination but Barbosa bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vesa scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Barbosa fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Vesa.
Vesa misses with the combination.
Vesa closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Barbosa quickly recovers to half guard.
Barbosa is positioning himself well to prevent Vesa advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vesa tries to pass the half guard into mount. Barbosa knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Barbosa tries to roll over but Vesa keeps him under control.
Vesa trying to control from half guard but Barbosa is working away.
Barbosa works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Barbosa bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vesa's guard.
Vesa told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Barbosa is looking to work some ground and pound but Vesa has wrist control.
Barbosa stands up over Vesa, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Vesa throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Vesa wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Barbosa preventing the sweep.
Barbosa trying to control but Vesa is working from the bottom.
Barbosa landing with the ground and pound.
Barbosa working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Vesa has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Barbosa can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vesa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Barbosa.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vesa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Barbosa throwing strikes but missing.
Vesa trying to control the position.
Barbosa seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbosa throwing strikes but missing.
Barbosa missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Barbosa works over Vesa with some ground and pound from guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vesa working a defensive guard here.
Barbosa is looking to work some ground and pound but Vesa has wrist control.
Vesa wants to get back to his feet but Barbosa is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Barbosa postures up in Vesa's guard and throws a big left but Vesa blocks it.
Vesa wants to sweep but no luck.
Barbosa thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Vesa looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barbosa throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vesa works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barbosa trying to control but Vesa is working from the bottom.
Barbosa lands a couple of digs.
We've been hearing that Barbosa has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Vesa keeping moving, preventing Barbosa from controlling successfully.
Vesa is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Barbosa postures up.
Barbosa throws an elbow that misses. Vesa uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Barbosa's guard. Nice move by Vesa!
Barbosa throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Vesa wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbosa being controlled here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hector Barbosa dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Vesa is looking to land body kicks.
Barbosa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barbosa throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Barbosa throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vesa misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Vesa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barbosa.
Vesa throws a big shot that misses.
Vesa is trying hard to land a takedown here. Barbosa sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Barbosa dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vesa. That did some damage!
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vesa manages to avoid it.
Barbosa's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Vesa connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Barbosa scrambles back to his feet.
Barbosa defending well as Vesa loads up on a big left hand.
Barbosa lands a nice hook to Vesa's body. Vesa takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vesa throws a nice looking combination but Barbosa bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Barbosa is looking to score with low kicks.
Barbosa clinches up with Vesa and pushes him back against the cage.
Barbosa lands with a light punch inside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Barbosa gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vesa.
Hector Barbosa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Heimo Vesa.
Barbosa dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Barbosa gets underhooks to prevent Vesa's takedown attempt.
Barbosa is struggling to control the position.
Vesa has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Barbosa after a bit of a struggle.
Vesa takes a knee to the side of the body.
Barbosa has Vesa pressed against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Barbosa gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Vesa managing to block the knees to the body from Barbosa.
The referee is keeping an eye on Barbosa - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Barbosa scores with a shoulder strike.
Barbosa lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from Barbosa.
Vesa is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Barbosa gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vesa takes a shot to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barbosa leaning against his opponent.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vesas head.
Barbosa misses with the head strike.
Barbosa is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vesa is defending well for now.
Barbosa stalling against the cage.
Barbosa lands a right hand.
Barbosa stalling the fight.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Hector Barbosa.
Barbosa takes one on the button.
Barbosa throws a nice head kick!
Vesa tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Barbosa scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Vesa thuds his right hand into Barbosa's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Vesa shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Barbosa but Barbosa pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Barbosa scores with a leg kick.
Barbosa takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbosa is looking to slow Vesa down with leg kicks.
Barbosa lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Vesa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Some bone on bone action there as Vesa checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Barbosa wants to slow Vesa down by chopping away at his legs.
Heimo Vesa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Barbosa fails with an attempt to clinch.
Barbosa fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Vesa.
Barbosa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barbosa pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vesa is out of range and Barbosa settles back down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hector Barbosa dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Vesa chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Barbosa can pounce on him.
Horrible takedown by Vesa or perhaps it was just good defense by Barbosa which made him look bad.
Vesa's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Barbosa throws a push kick but Vesa slaps the foot to one side.
Barbosa feints and as Vesa raises his hands in defense, Barbosa changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Barbosa is in close to Vesa's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Barbosa scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Vesa trying to keep a closed guard but Barbosa is proving a slippery customer.
Barbosa postures up in Vesa's guard and throws a big left but Vesa blocks it.
Vesa trying to control the position.
Barbosa makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Barbosa with a flurry of punches that miss.
Barbosa looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Barbosa has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesa working a defensive guard here.
Barbosa throwing strikes from guard but Vesa blocks nicely.
Barbosa postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Barbosa cracks Vesa with a solid left hand.
Barbosa with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Barbosa wants to control from the top but Vesa keeps moving.
Vesa manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Barbosa manages to get himself to full guard.
Barbosa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hector Barbosa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vesa throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Barbosa works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vesa got a little sloppy there for a moment and Barbosa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vesa has managed to get both his arms back between Barbosa's legs - danger averted.
Barbosa trying to keep a closed guard but Vesa is proving a slippery customer.
Vesa being controlled here momentarily.
Vesa tries to free his leg and advance position but Barbosa is retaining full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vesa is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Vesa wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
Vesa wants to pass the guard but Barbosa is keeping the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Vesa closes the distance and clinches up with Barbosa, looking for a takedown. Vesa pushes Barbosa against the cage but Barbosa circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Barbosa digs a good body shot into Vesa's ribs.
Barbosa connects with an inside leg kick.
Barbosa moves in looking to clinch but Vesa pushes him off.
A telegraphed right hand from Vesa misses the target.
Barbosa gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Vesa controlling from the top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vesa postures up in Barbosa's guard and throws a big left but Barbosa blocks it.
Vesa is fighting to break Barbosa's control of his arms but Barbosa is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Vesa from controlling successfully.
Vesa slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Heimo Vesa hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Barbosa throws a hook to the side of Vesa's head but Vesa sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Barbosa tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vesa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vesa feints and as Barbosa raises his hands in defense, Vesa changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Hector Barbosa did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
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.
Barbosa clinches.
Barbosa stalling the fight.
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Vesa wants the takedown. Barbosa is fighting it off but Vesa persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Barbosa's guard against the cage.
Barbosa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vesa controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Vesa from controlling successfully.
Barbosa can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vesa controls the pace.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Barbosa wants to control the position but Vesa says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesa wants to pass the guard but Barbosa is defending well.
Barbosa is trying to get back to full guard.
Barbosa is looking to control Vesa's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Barbosa avoid being mounted?
Vesa controlling the action here.
Barbosa regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Barbosa controlling Vesa's posture.
Barbosa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A big left from Vesa misses.
Vesa shoots in but no luck this time.
Barbosa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vesa.
A head kick misses from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a leg kick
and Barbosa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Barbosa lands a body shot.
Barbosa paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A big right from Vesa misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barbosa scoring well with a low kick there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barbosa fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Barbosa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbosa will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Barbosa defending well as Vesa loads up on a big left hand.
Vesa avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Vesa throws a leg kick
and Barbosa counters with a low kick, right behind Vesa 's knee.
Heimo Vesa is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Barbosa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Vesa throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Barbosa attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vesa on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hector Barbosa is winning the standup battle so far.
Vesa lands with an overhand left.
Barbosa turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Vesa gets caught flat footed, as Barbosa shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Vesa trying to control the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbosa working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vesa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Barbosa looking to sit in guard and control but Vesa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Barbosa 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.
Barbosa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Vesa stopping the sweep attempt from Barbosa.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Vesa trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hector Barbosa had his way with Heimo Vesa in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Vesa pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vesa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barbosa.
A combination from Vesa does no damage.
Barbosa lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Barbosa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vesa lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Vesa misses with a takedown attempt - Barbosa sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Barbosa misses with a low kick as Vesa jumps back.
Barbosa fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Vesa has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A clash of legs there as Barbosa blocks the low kick.
Vesa takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Vesa fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Barbosa staying out of range there.
Vesa uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Barbosa.
Vesa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a head kick that misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesa throws a poor cross that misses
and Barbosa counters with a thumping low kick.
Vesa punishes Barbosa's body with a nice straight punch.
Vesa shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Barbosa pinned against the cage. Barbosa gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Vesa is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Vesa shoots in for a double leg but Barbosa sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hector Barbosa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Heimo Vesa.
Barbosa clinches.
Still in the clinch, Barbosa scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vesa managing to block the knees to the body from Barbosa.
Vesa has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Barbosa is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Barbosa slows down the pace here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbosa.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vesa being controlled against the cage.
Barbosa misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vesa.
Barbosa leaning against his opponent.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Barbosa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbosa stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Barbosa scores with a shot to the side of Vesa's head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vesa tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Barbosa smiles and moves away.
Barbosa gets caught flat footed, as Vesa shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Vesa sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Barbosa's guard.
Barbosa wants to get back to full guard.
Vesa is trying to control the action in half guard but Barbosa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Barbosa is trying to maintain the position but Vesa is very close to passing his half guard.
Heimo Vesa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vesa stalling away here and it's allowed Barbosa to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barbosa lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Vesa!
Hector Barbosa is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vesa tries to reverse the position but Barbosa maintains control.
Barbosa dominating with strikes here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbosa is trying to control here but Vesa has managed to regain half guard.
Vesa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barbosa pulls his head out easily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Barbosa is keen to just control but Vesa is a slippery customer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hector Barbosa showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Barbosa 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 William Gold scores the fight 48:47
Judge James Glass scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hector Barbosa!
Hector Barbosa retains his lightweight title!
A victorious Hector Barbosa thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Krimson Kush (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Frederick Barbarossa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kush comes to the cage accompanied by Clint Mansell - Requiem for a dream (Remix) . Frederick Barbarossa 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 middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
18 - 6 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Krimson Kush!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
23 - 15 - 0, fighting out of London, Frederick Barbarossa!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Colin Fotheringham and James Atkins.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A combination from Barbarossa does no damage.
Barbarossa is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kush.
Barbarossa throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kush thuds his shin into the meat of Barbarossa's side.
Barbarossa takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kush dodges the punch combination from Barbarossa.
Kush steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Barbarossa.
Kush tries to clinch up but Barbarossa circles away and keeps his distance.
Barbarossa throws a one two combo.
It looks like Krimson Kush has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kush thuds a left hand into Barbarossa's body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kush.
Kush moves into the clinch successfully.
A short body shot lands from Barbarossa as the two fighters clinch.
Kush working aggressively here.
Kush is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Barbarossa misses with the head strike.
Kush with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kush misses with a hook to the ribs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kush tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Barbarossa avoids it.
Kush misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barbarossa letting Kush take a breather here.
Kush misses with a knee strike.
Barbarossa tries to throw a body punch but Kush avoids it by throwing Barbarossa back against the cage.
Barbarossa blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Barbarossa.
Kush connects with a nasty looking knee right to Barbarossa's face.
Kush misses with a body punch.
Kush doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kush breaks the clinch.
Barbarossa tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kush counters by moving into the clinch.
Kush tries to land a knee to the head but Barbarossa blocks with his arms.
Kush struggles to land a body shot inside as Barbarossa controls his hands.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kush connects with a nasty looking knee right to Barbarossa's face.
A knee to the head by Kush.
Kush throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Barbarossa blocks it with crossed arms.
Kush tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Barbarossa avoids it.
Kush lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A knee to the head by Kush.
Barbarossa misses with a punch to the body.
Kush throws a knee to the head but misses.
Barbarossa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barbarossa misses with some punches.
Barbarossa wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kush presses Barbarossa against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kush scores with a shoulder strike.
Barbarossa scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kush landing knees to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barbarossa blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Barbarossa is looking to break free of the clinch but Kush has double underhooks.
Kush throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kush lands a nice uppercut.
Barbarossa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kush misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kush tries to stall but Barbarossa uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kush tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kush misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kush utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kush misses with a knee to the head.
Kush connects with a knee to the head.
Kush pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barbarossa throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Barbarossa swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kush fails with the takedown.
Frederick Barbarossa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kush misses with a wild body shot.
Good exchange - Barbarossa coming out on top.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kush.
Nice body kick there by Kush.
Barbarossa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbarossa moves in looking to clinch but Kush pushes him off.
Barbarossa ducks right into an uppercut from Kush.
Barbarossa lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Barbarossa stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kush.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Kush ducks under a wild hook from Barbarossa.
Kush lands with a thumping leg kick.
Barbarossa misses with a few strikes there.
Barbarossa throws a poor cross that misses
and Kush counters with a slapping leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Krimson Kush dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Krimson Kush's cut.
That's time! Kush's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Kush moves out of range as Barbarossa strikes.
Kush just misses with a punch to the body.
Kush tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barbarossa was well out of range. Poor timing from Kush.
Barbarossa ducks under a wild hook from Kush.
Barbarossa scores with a nice strike.
Kush is rocked!
Kush misses with a low kick.
Oh Kush is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Barbarossa throws an overhand right that has Kush reeling! Barbarossa follows up with more punches and Kush is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Frederick Barbarossa!
Frederick Barbarossa is the new middleweight champion!
Frederick Barbarossa made sure to mention his sponsor, Just Fight (Everything 7$) in his post fight interview.
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