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FFC 8: Caine vs Kalnoky PBP Commentary |
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Geoff George (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jaye Wong (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jaye Wong is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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Brawler
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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
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Geoff George!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Jaye Wong!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Leandro Rodrigues and Daniel Cesar.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
George gets a takedown into half guard.
Wong looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
George seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
George's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
George looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Wong with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
George seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
George moves nicely into side control.
Wong is trying to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
George wants to stand but Wong is controlling his arm.
George controls the position.
Wong is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Wong taking punishment in the form of punches.
George content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
George working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
George taking a breather here.
George 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.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
George lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Wong down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
George works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
George in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
George wants to stand but Wong is controlling his arm.
George is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wong has escaped the position, nice work there.
George wants to stand but Wong has his arm trapped.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
George is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wong has escaped the position, nice work there.
A lull in the action here as George stalls from top position.
George thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
George controls the position from side control.
George seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Wong for as long as he can get away with.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wong is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
George is figuring out what he wants to do next.
George looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
George keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
George has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geoff George dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Wong avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wong tries to sprawl but George drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. George lands a nice short elbow.
George perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
George drops an elbow to the side of Wong's head.
Wong is breathing heavily.
George 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 one minute gone in the round.
George trying to control the pace.
Ground and pound from George.
George 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.
George trying to control the pace.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
George wants to get back to his feet.
George looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We're going to have a standup here because Geoff George wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
George shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wong pinned against the cage. Wong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
George gets a double leg takedown into Wong's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
George controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
George would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wong being controlled here, momentarily.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Geoff George.
Wong avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wong tries to clinch but George is having none of it.
Wong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from George.
Wong shoots in but no luck this time.
Wong has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as George is landing a low percentage of strikes.
George looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Wong!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
George cracks Wong with a big elbow.
George has knee on belly and moves into mount.
George is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Wong can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
George controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
George dominating with strikes here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geoff George dominated that second round.
That's time! George's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
George scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
George content to control rather than advance.
George is looking for a kimura but Wong is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for George to get the leverage.
George is taking a breather. Wong says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
George seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Wong takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
George looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
George lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wong controlling the position well.
Geoff George overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
George is working for a submission of some sort.
George slips a nice elbow through Wong's hands, connecting with Wong's forehead.
George escapes and gets back to his feet.
George closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The referee asks George politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. George prefers to stall for the moment though.
George passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Wong!
George takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
George working away from the top, dropping strikes.
George is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Wong is surviving well by controlling George's body position as best he can.
Wong is trying desperately to improve position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
George controlling the pace for now.
George landing punches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
George dominating with strikes here.
George working for a guillotine from mount but Wong is in no mood to give up.
George raining down shots from the mount!
George has hold of Wong's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Wong manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
George controlling from the full mount.
Jaye Wong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Geoff George is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Geoff George showed his dominance in that final round.
Well George 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:25
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:25
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geoff George!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Namba Babakla (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Steven Josslin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Josslin's choice of entrance music: a kiss for jresey. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Steven Josslin enters the cage!
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180 lbs
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BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
11 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Namba Babakla!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Steven Josslin!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Edson Gomes and Mauricio Rocha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Josslin throws a series of punches but Babakla avoids them all with ease.
Babakla changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Josslin looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Josslin misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Babakla fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Josslin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Babakla fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Babakla controlling from side mount.
Josslin is trying to get back to half guard.
Josslin parries the strikes from Babakla easily there. Babakla is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Josslin to escape.
Josslin parries the strikes from Babakla easily there. Babakla is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Josslin to escape.
Babakla 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Babakla slips into full mount, dodging the strikes by Josslin.
Babakla blocks Josslin's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Babakla controlling from the full mount.
Josslin swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Babakla looking to control and managing it successfully.
Josslin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Babakla controlling from mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Josslin throws up some feeble strikes from the bottom. Babakla smiles and locks on to an arm, pivoting beautifully as he drops to the side for an armbar. Josslin tries momentarily to escape but he knows he's done and taps furiously to avoid injury. Confident submission skills displayed there by Babakla.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Namba Babakla!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Roger Howlingate (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Royce Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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230 lbs
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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
9 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Roger Howlingate!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Royce Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Leandro Rodrigues and Felipe Paraventi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Howlingate gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Gracie stands and throws Howlingate's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Howlingate tries to escape but Gracie is in control.
Gracie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Howlingate tries to escape but Gracie is in control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Howlingate keeps working.
Howlingate on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Howlingate tries to get out of the position.
Gracie wants to stand but Howlingate has his arm trapped.
The ground and pound from Gracie seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Gracie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
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.
Gracie wants to stand but Howlingate is controlling his arm.
Gracie tries to move into full mount but can't pass Howlingate's legs.
Gracie misses with the ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie tries to advance to mount but can't.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Howlingate is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Gracie trying to control the position but Howlingate is working away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Royce Gracie.
Howlingate misses with an uppercut. Gracie saw that one coming.
Howlingate looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gracie looks for a takedown but Howlingate sprawls well.
Howlingate will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gracie defending well as Howlingate loads up on a big left hand.
Royce Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Howlingate cracks Gracie with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Gracie looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Howlingate finish him?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roger Howlingate dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Gracie slips under a jab.
A combination from Howlingate does no damage.
Howlingate connects with a body shot.
Gracie tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Howlingate defends well and Gracie ends up having to push Howlingate into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Howlingate is trying to push Gracie away but Gracie has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Gracie is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Gracie tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Howlingate just stands there and leans against the cage.
Howlingate can't break the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Howlingate is defending well for now.
Howlingate is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Roger Howlingate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Royce Gracie.
Howlingate is trying to break the clinch but Gracie is controlling him.
Howlingate looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Gracie manages to break the clinch.
Howlingate avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
No joy there for Howlingate, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Howlingate but Howlingate pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Howlingate throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gracie stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gracie should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Gracie is breathing heavily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie walks straight into a right hand from Howlingate - that's dropped him! Howlingate jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Gracie from any more punishment! Gracie complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Roger Howlingate!
Roger Howlingate took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, GRAND Royal Wear for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Francis Underwood (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Somulo Mafra (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mafra has chosen Caminhada - Somulos Amigos as his entrance music. Somulo Mafra is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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130 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Francis Underwood!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Somulo Mafra!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Edson Gomes and Seu Braga.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice sprawl there from Underwood as Mafra shoots in.
Underwood lands a jab to the nose.
Underwood sends Mafra crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Underwood is motioning to the referee to let Mafra up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Mafra is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Underwood scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mafra is still on wobbly legs! Can Underwood finish him?
Mafra fails with the takedown.
Underwood darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Mafra's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Underwood before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Francis Underwood!
A relieved looking Francis Underwood 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 light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Damien Bishop (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Edan De Farias (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Edan De Farias was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
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218 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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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
6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Damien Bishop!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Edan De Farias!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Leandro Rodrigues and Seu Braga.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
De Farias shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bishop as he jumps to the side.
Bishop throws a body punch but De Farias moves out of range.
Bishop swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and De Farias counters with a lovely straight right hand!
It looks like Damien Bishop has been cut.
Nice shot by Bishop.
A combination from Bishop does no damage.
Bishop lands with a right hand.
Bishop uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before De Farias has time to react.
Bishop swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bishop is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by De Farias.
Bishop misses with a few strikes there.
De Farias shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bishop napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bishop defending against the ground and pound.
De Farias throwing shots but missing, from side control.
De Farias wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bishop, who protects the arm well.
Bishop tries to bench press De Farias off him but De Farias keeps the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bishop is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Bishop is looking for a sweep.
De Farias decides to stand up, so the ref orders Bishop to his feet.
De Farias takes one to the chin there.
De Farias looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Bishop working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from De Farias.
De Farias tries to free his leg and advance position but Bishop is retaining full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Farias postures up in Bishop's guard and throws a big left but Bishop blocks it.
De Farias postures up in Bishop's guard and throws a big left but Bishop blocks it.
De Farias 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.
Bishop is pulling down on De Farias's head to control his posture.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as De Farias accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
De Farias trying to control but Bishop is working from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Edan De Farias wasn't active enough on the ground.
The fighters circling - Bishop throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Farias fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
No luck for De Farias with that takedown attempt.
Damien Bishop has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edan De Farias.
De Farias shoots in for a takedown but Bishop shows good takedown defense.
Bishop scores with a crisp jab that stopped De Farias in his tracks.
De Farias pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bishop tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but De Farias was well out of range. Poor timing from Bishop.
A good leg kick by De Farias.
Bishop throws a hook but De Farias blocks it.
De Farias closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bishop circles away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from De Farias.
Bishop lands the left hand.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Farias takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bishop throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent De Farias stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bishop throws a looping overhand right but De Farias ducks down to avoid it.
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!
Bishop tries to bum rush De Farias with a series of wild strikes but De Farias uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
De Farias tries to clinch up.
De Farias shoots in looking for a takedown but Bishop manages to keep the fight standing, pushing De Farias's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bishop connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
De Farias shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bishop is trying to control but can't.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
De Farias wants to take a breather but Bishop is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Edan De Farias will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Damien Bishop's cut.
That's time! Bishop's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Bishop fails to land with a series of punches.
Damien Bishop seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bishop thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bishop lands a jab.
Bishop misses with a right hand
and De Farias makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bishop throws a combination but it was largely blocked by De Farias.
Damien Bishop is winning the standup battle so far.
Some wild striking there from Bishop.
Bishop lands a really nice looking cross but De Farias seems unphased.
De Farias closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
De Farias throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bishop's waist but Bishop gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing De Farias off to one side.
De Farias pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bishop lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
De Farias is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bishop's half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
De Farias passes into side control, despite Bishop's attempt to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Farias trying to control the action but Bishop is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Bishop's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
De Farias wants to stand but Bishop is controlling his arm.
Bishop manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Bishop wants to control but De Farias is keeping busy and won't allow it.
De Farias thows a huge punch but Bishop dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Farias is looking for a kimura but Bishop is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Farias to get the leverage.
Bishop keeps control of the position for the meantime.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Farias wants to pass the guard but Bishop is defending well.
De Farias wants to control but Bishop is keeping him busy.
Bishop is trying to maintain the position but De Farias is very close to passing his half guard.
Bishop is looking to improve his position.
De Farias with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Edan De Farias.
De Farias looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Farias looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bishop is fending him off so far but De Farias persists. Nope, Bishop circles away and we're back to standing.
Damien Bishop has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edan De Farias.
De Farias is looking to clinch but Bishop is avoiding it.
Bishop throws a hook to the side of De Farias's head but De Farias sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
De Farias looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bishop is fending him off so far but De Farias persists. Nope, Bishop circles away and we're back to standing.
Bishop loads up on a big right hand but De Farias slips the punch.
Bishop dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Damien Bishop is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bishop just misses with a punch to the body.
Bishop lands a nice shot that snaps De Farias's head back.
De Farias keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bishop.
Bishop moves out of range of the body kick from De Farias.
De Farias throws a series of punches but Bishop avoids them all with ease.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Farias moves into the clinch successfully.
Bishop prevents the takedown attempt.
De Farias jumps guard but Bishop turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bishop breaks from the clinch.
De Farias tries to work over Bishop's front leg with a kick but Bishop checks it.
Damien Bishop is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bishop throws a right hand that De Farias ducks under and follows up with a left that De Farias also avoids with ease.
De Farias moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bishop looks to land a combination but De Farias avoids it well.
Bishop with a body punch. A glancing blow.
De Farias takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bishop throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bishop listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
De Farias fails to land with a series of punches.
A jab from De Farias misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Damien Bishop will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Damien Bishop's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
Bishop misses the jab.
A slow jab from De Farias misses its intended target.
Bishop misses with a two punch combination.
De Farias is looking to clinch.
De Farias staying out of range there.
Bishop tests De Farias's chin there with a solid looking shot.
De Farias tries to clinch up.
De Farias misses with a takedown attempt - Bishop sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bishop throws a shot from downtown. De Farias moves away and avoids it.
A punch combination from Bishop misses.
De Farias darts in trying to clinch
letting Bishop counter with a right hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bishop ducks under a wild hook from De Farias.
Bishop loads up on a big right hand but De Farias slips the punch.
Jab, jab by Bishop - just one landing.
Bishop fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bishop stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bishop wants it to stay on the feet.
De Farias throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bishop tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. De Farias is in Bishop's guard.
Bishop working a defensive guard here.
Bishop pulls De Farias in close to prevent any damage.
De Farias wants to stand but Bishop has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bishop keeping moving, preventing De Farias from controlling successfully.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Bishop is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Damien Bishop wasn't doing enough on the ground.
De Farias on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bishop throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bishop misses with a body shot.
Bishop rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and De Farias counters with a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bishop misses with a jab, cross combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A big right from Bishop misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Horrible takedown by De Farias or perhaps it was just good defense by Bishop which made him look bad.
Damien Bishop has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edan De Farias.
Bishop throws a series of punches but De Farias moves out of range.
De Farias throws a sloppy head kick and Bishop moves out of range easily.
De Farias blocks a jab.
De Farias ducks under a wild hook from Bishop.
Bishop misses with a hook. De Farias ducked under it nicely.
De Farias fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
De Farias shoots in but no luck this time.
De Farias tries for a takedown but Bishop sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bishop clobbers De Farias with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
De Farias moves out of range as Bishop strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bishop lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
De Farias fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bishop sprawls well initially but De Farias persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
De Farias tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Bishop.
De Farias is trying to control the action in half guard but Bishop is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bishop makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bishop.
Bishop has his hands on De Farias's head, controlling the position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Damien Bishop showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bishop has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:28
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Damien Bishop!
Damien Bishop was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Tadeusz Ostrowski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ray Wolfe (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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145 lbs
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135 lbs
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Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Tadeusz Ostrowski!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Ray Wolfe!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Alexandre Firmino and Luis Engracia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ostrowski delivers a nice body kick.
Ostrowski throws a nice looking combination but Wolfe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wolfe fails to land the takedown.
Ostrowski misses with a wild body shot.
Wolfe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ostrowski.
Ostrowski swings for the body but Wolfe moves out of range.
Wolfe slips a straight right by Ostrowski.
Ostrowski throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Wolfe was covering up waiting for the punch and Ostrowski finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Wolfe has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ostrowski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ostrowski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ostrowski chips away with some ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ostrowski trying to control but Wolfe is working from the bottom.
Ostrowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ostrowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Wolfe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ostrowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wolfe is keeping the position for now.
Wolfe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wolfe has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ostrowski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ostrowski controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wolfe escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ostrowski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ostrowski trying to control but Wolfe is working from the bottom.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Wolfe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wolfe can't keep his opponent in guard - Ostrowski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Wolfe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ostrowski pulls his head out easily.
Wolfe looks winded!
Ostrowski landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ostrowski slips a nice elbow through Wolfe's hands, connecting with Wolfe's forehead.
Ostrowski wants to take a breather but Wolfe is having none of it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wolfe wants to get back to full guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ostrowski lands a nice short elbow.
Wolfe wants to improve his position but Ostrowski is controlling well.
Ostrowski is keen to just control but Wolfe is a slippery customer.
Wolfe is looking to improve his position.
Ostrowski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ostrowski is working for a kimura but Wolfe is defending it quite comfortably.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ostrowski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wolfe on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ostrowski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wolfe doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ostrowski.
Ostrowski is looking for a kimura here.
Wolfe actively working from the bottom here.
Ostrowski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wolfe tries to roll over but Ostrowski keeps him under control.
Ostrowski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ostrowski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wolfe is just riding it out for now. Ostrowski eventually gives up the hold.
Wolfe is refusing to be controlled, as Ostrowski sits in half guard.
Wolfe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Wolfe is looking for a sweep. Ostrowski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tadeusz Ostrowski dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Ostrowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolfe moves away.
Ostrowski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Wolfe under the eye.
Ostrowski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Wolfe's sensitive parts.
Ostrowski loads up on a big right hand but Wolfe slips the punch.
Wolfe checks the leg kick.
Wolfe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wolfe showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ostrowski.
Ostrowski just misses with a punch to the body.
Ostrowski with a nice cross.
A jab from Ostrowski finds it's way through Wolfe's defenses.
Wolfe gets caught flat footed, as Ostrowski shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ostrowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ostrowski cracks Wolfe with a solid left hand.
Wolfe working for a triangle but Ostrowski defends it easily.
Wolfe is breathing heavily.
Wolfe looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ostrowski trying to control but Wolfe is working from the bottom.
Wolfe had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ostrowski defends it easily.
Ostrowski lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ostrowski scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tadeusz Ostrowski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ostrowski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wolfe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ostrowski works over Wolfe with some ground and pound from guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ostrowski trying to control but Wolfe is working from the bottom.
Ostrowski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ostrowski connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ostrowski slips nicely into half guard.
Ostrowski moves into full mount! Wolfe won't be happy about that!
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!
Ostrowski is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Wolfe can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ostrowski trying to control but Wolfe is having none of it.
Wolfe defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ostrowski.
Ostrowski with a couple of short strikes.
Wolfe is looking to improve his position but Ostrowski isn't that keen on the idea.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ostrowski tries to control but Wolfe wriggling away.
Ostrowski lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Ostrowski prevents Wolfe from getting the reversal.
Ostrowski lands a heavy elbow.
Ostrowski is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Wolfe can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Ostrowski has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Wolfe's face.
Wolfe is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ostrowski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ostrowski working Wolfe over with strikes here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wolfe sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Ostrowski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ostrowski trying to control from half guard but Wolfe is working away.
Ostrowski is working for a kimura but Wolfe is defending it quite comfortably.
Ostrowski moves into full mount! Wolfe won't be happy about that!
Wolfe defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ostrowski.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wolfe regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tadeusz Ostrowski dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Wolfe avoids a kick to the body.
Wolfe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ostrowski.
Wolfe goes for a double leg but Ostrowski avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ostrowski continues to drive forward.
Ostrowski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tadeusz Ostrowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ostrowski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wolfe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wolfe takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wolfe shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Wolfe gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ostrowski.
Wolfe takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ostrowski fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wolfe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wolfe tries to sprawl but Ostrowski drives through with a takedown into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ostrowski moves nicely into side control.
Wolfe tries to bench press Ostrowski off him but Ostrowski keeps the position.
Ostrowski working the ground and pound.
Ostrowski wants to control but Wolfe is keeping him busy.
Ostrowski lands a few punches from side control.
Ostrowski lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Ostrowski creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ostrowski cracks Wolfe with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ostrowski wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wolfe, who protects the arm well.
Ostrowski working the head and body with strikes.
Ostrowski lands a few punches from side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wolfe is looking to reverse the position.
Ostrowski working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ostrowski lands some shots froms side control.
Ostrowski landing strikes.
Wolfe is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ostrowski scoring with punches and elbows.
Ostrowski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ostrowski lands some shots froms side control.
Wolfe is trying to get back to half guard.
Ostrowski tries for a kimura but Wolfe is defending well.
Ostrowski is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wolfe has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wolfe tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wolfe can't do much from the bottom here.
Check out the look on Ostrowski's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Ostrowski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ostrowski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wolfe can do to turn this around?
Ostrowski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ostrowski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wolfe is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ostrowski seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Wolfe is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tadeusz Ostrowski!
Tadeusz Ostrowski gave a mention to Sparta Fightware in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Danny Glover (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jay Matsuo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jay Matsuo is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
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180 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Danny Glover!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Jay Matsuo!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Emerson Jorge and Leandro Rodrigues.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Glover gets tackled into the cage by Matsuo. Matsuo maintains the clinch.
Matsuo drags the fight down to the ground.
Matsuo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Matsuo keeping moving, preventing Glover from controlling successfully.
Matsuo is pulling down on Glover's head. It's preventing any offense from Glover, at least for the moment.
Matsuo looking for a sweep. Not yet Matsuo, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Matsuo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Glover trying to control but Matsuo is working from the bottom.
Matsuo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matsuo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Glover drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Glover jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Matsuo has Glover pulled in close to control his posture.
Glover looking to sit in guard and control but Matsuo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Glover looking to control.
Matsuo stopping the sweep attempt from Glover.
Matsuo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matsuo decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Glover fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matsuo manages to avoid it.
Matsuo throws a series of punches but Glover moves out of range.
Matsuo gets a takedown into half guard.
Matsuo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Glover has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Matsuo is working away from the top position though.
Matsuo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Glover is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Matsuo perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Glover makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Glover.
Matsuo forces his way into half guard.
Matsuo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Matsuo looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Matsuo perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Glover wants to improve his position but Matsuo is controlling well.
Glover looking for submissions off his back.
Matsuo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Glover blocking the ground and pound attempt from Matsuo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jay Matsuo 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.
Matsuo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Glover is trying to get back to full guard.
Jay Matsuo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Matsuo decides to stand up.
Glover definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jay Matsuo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Matsuo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Matsuo looks to land a body kick but Glover moved away.
Matsuo moves forwards but Glover connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Matsuo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Glover.
Matsuo has taken the fight to the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Matsuo drags the fight down to the ground.
Matsuo managing to control the position.
Glover stopping the sweep attempt from Matsuo.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matsuo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Glover gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Matsuo keeping moving, preventing Glover from controlling successfully.
Glover trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Glover is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Matsuo is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Matsuo has escaped and now he's on top!
Glover working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Matsuo.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matsuo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Matsuo throws a big elbow that misses.
Glover is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Matsuo showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Jay Matsuo was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Glover fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matsuo manages to avoid it.
Glover throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Glover scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Matsuo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Glover cracks Matsuo with an open hand slap.
Glover loads up on a big right hand but Matsuo slips the punch.
Danny Glover is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Matsuo drives through and clinches with Glover against the cage.
Matsuo works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Glover working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Matsuo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Matsuo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Matsuo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Matsuo stands up from Glover's guard - Matsuo perhaps looking for a knockout.
Matsuo has Glover up against the cage in a clinch.
Matsuo gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Matsuo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Matsuo gets to his feet. Glover looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Matsuo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Glover actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jay Matsuo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
Matsuo bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Matsuo stands up.
Matsuo scores with a takedown into Glover's guard.
Matsuo with a nice head shot there.
Glover is looking for a triangle but Matsuo pushes his legs off easily.
Glover is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Matsuo slips nicely into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matsuo not doing much here.
Matsuo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Matsuo moves nicely into side control.
Matsuo has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Matsuo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Glover throws a big shot that misses.
Matsuo staying out of range there.
Glover tries to keep at a distance but Matsuo has taken the fight into the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matsuo pushes Glover back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Glover tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Matsuo ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Matsuo no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Matsuo pushes Glover off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matsuo forces Glover back against the cage and clinches.
Matsuo successfully pulls guard.
Glover trying to control the position from guard on top but Matsuo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Matsuo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Glover stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matsuo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Danny Glover has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matsuo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Glover's guard.
Matsuo advances position into side control!
Matsuo remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Matsuo looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Glover is avoiding damage well.
You can see the frustration on Glover's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Glover tries to buck Matsuo off but Matsuo is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Matsuo content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Matsuo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Glover knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Glover is trying to improve his position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Matsuo throws an elbow but Glover slips to the side and avoids it well.
Jay Matsuo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Glover is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jay Matsuo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Matsuo winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jay Matsuo!
Danny Glover spoke after the fight, saying 'I lost because my opponent spiked my drink with snake venom last night at the bar. I feel sick. '.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Rafael Misiek (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Grant Benton (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Misiek comes into the arena with El Picante blaring out of the sound system. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
11 - 7 - 1, fighting out of New York, Rafael Misiek!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Grant Benton!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Misiek takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Misiek manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Benton on his heels. He'll look to pass Benton's guard now, I'm sure.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Misiek avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Benton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Misiek doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Misiek manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Benton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Misiek landing some decent shots from guard.
Benton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Benton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Misiek pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Benton is keeping the position for now.
Misiek trying to control but Benton is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Benton is looking for a triangle but Misiek pushes his legs off easily.
Misiek throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Benton is trying to control the position but Misiek postures up.
Misiek trying to stand up but can't free himself from Benton's guard.
Benton being controlled here, momentarily.
Misiek throws a strike but Benton rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Benton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Misiek swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Benton stops Misiek from standing up.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Benton trying to control but Misiek is working from the bottom.
Benton got a little sloppy there for a moment and Misiek has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Benton has managed to get both his arms back between Misiek's legs - danger averted.
Misiek knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Benton on the ground.
Benton passes into half guard.
Benton seems to be working for a kimura but Misiek defends the submission attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Benton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Misiek does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Benton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Misiek doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Benton.
Benton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Misiek is doing well to control the position and prevent Benton from advancing to side control.
Misiek on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Misiek tries to get out of the position.
Benton works his way into full mount!
Misiek is looking to get to half guard.
Misiek is squirming around, avoiding Benton's attempts to control the action.
Misiek wants to hold on but Benton pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Benton throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Misiek has his hands clasped together but Benton breaks the hold and Misiek is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Benton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Grant Benton!
Grant Benton is the new welterweight champion!
A victorious Grant Benton 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 bantamweight MMA rules bout between Benny Caine (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tomas Kalnoky (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tomas Kalnoky acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
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146 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the bantamweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Benny Caine!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Tomas Kalnoky!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Emerson Jorge and Edson Gomes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Caine shoots and misses
and Kalnoky moves into the clinch.
Caine gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kalnoky.
Kalnoky gets a trip takedown into half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Kalnoky is trying to work for a kimura but Caine is defending well.
Caine is trying to get back to full guard.
Kalnoky wants to advance to full mount but Caine doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Kalnoky passes easily into side control. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalnoky creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Caine sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Kalnoky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Caine is not content to let Kalnoky control the position.
Kalnoky controlling from side mount.
Kalnoky lands an elbow.
Caine might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kalnoky tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
My spies in Franklin D. Bluth Memorial Supergym inform me that Kalnoky has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Caine gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kalnoky throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Caine tries to roll over but Kalnoky keeps him under control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kalnoky is keen to just control but Caine is a slippery customer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalnoky is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Caine as he works his way to full guard.
Kalnoky is stalling in the full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kalnoky looking to sit in guard and control but Caine gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Caine has gone for a leg lock! Kalnoky slips out almost immediately though and dives into Caine's guard.
Caine trying to keep a closed guard but Kalnoky is proving a slippery customer.
Kalnoky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kalnoky controlling from the top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kalnoky stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Caine swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kalnoky wants to control from the top but Caine keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalnoky working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Caine's head.
Kalnoky looking to improve position, pressing down on Caine's thigh with his hand. Caine seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Kalnoky paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Kalnoky's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Caine picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Benny Caine!
Benny Caine is the new bantamweight champion!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Diego Sanchez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sean Watson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sanchez comes to the cage accompanied by Bitch Dont kill My Vibe . Watson is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by The Offspring - You're Gonna Go Far, Kid . Sean Watson told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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28
236 lbs
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270 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Diego Sanchez!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Sean Watson!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Luis Engracia and Emerson Jorge.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sanchez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Watson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Watson cracks a nice hook into Sanchez's ribs.
We've been hearing reports that Sanchez has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sanchez is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Watson drops Sanchez with a huge uppercut! Sanchez drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Watson is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sean Watson!
Sean Watson opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
Diego Sanchez was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks to my coaches and congratulations to the winner he is a great fighter and thank you to my sponsors and thanks for all who supported me '.
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