Rebel 5 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Mike Andrews (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and phil mcracken (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). phil mcracken will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.

Andrews
vs
mcracken

155 cm
24
155 lbs
3 - 1 - 1

170 cm
18
160 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Self confident

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Determined

BUY ONE,GET TWO

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 3 - 1 - 1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Mike Andrews!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, phil mcracken!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Mauricio Rocha and Edson Gomes.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
mcracken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nice sprawl there from Andrews as mcracken shoots in.
mcracken throws a body punch but Andrews moves out of range.
mcracken tries to close the distance and clinch up but Andrews swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Andrews moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.

It looks like phil mcracken has been cut.

mcracken scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.

mcracken stands up.

Andrews fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. mcracken sprawls well initially but Andrews persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Andrews is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
mcracken is trying to stand.

Andrews decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Andrews shoots for a takedown but mcracken saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
mcracken fails with the takedown

and Andrews counters with a nice double leg into side control. mcracken won't be happy with that.
Mike Andrews has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of phil mcracken.
mcracken regains half guard.
mcracken regains full guard. Nicely done.
Andrews trying to control but mcracken is working from the bottom.
mcracken wants to sweep here but Andrews controlling him for the moment.
Andrews trying to control but mcracken is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
mcracken is looking to stand up but Andrews isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

mcracken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Andrews is aware though and is defending well.
mcracken 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.
Andrews showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Andrews pushing down on mcracken's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
mcracken is looking to escape.
Andrews looks to land a strike but mcracken avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Andrews 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.
mcracken has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Andrews has passed into side control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
mcracken misses with an elbow from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.

Andrews tries for a kimura but mcracken is defending well.
mcracken tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Andrews wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

Andrews goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, mcracken has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Andrews but great work by mcracken.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrews is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
mcracken tries to move to mount but Andrews blocks the move with his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Andrews dominated that round.
The cut man is working on phil mcracken's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!

Andrews has closed the distance and engaged mcracken in a clinch.
Andrews tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrews fails to pull guard.

mcracken manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
mcracken is pulling down on Andrews's head. It's preventing any offense from Andrews, at least for the moment.
mcracken working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

mcracken is looking for a triangle but Andrews pushes his legs off easily.
Andrews prevents mcracken from getting back to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Andrews throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
mcracken wants to sweep here but Andrews controlling him for the moment.
mcracken wants to get back to his feet but Andrews is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Andrews knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for mcracken on the ground.
Andrews has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Andrews sitting in guard here, content to control.
Andrews wants to get up but he can't break mcracken's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
mcracken is looking to stand up but Andrews isn't so interested in that idea.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
mcracken shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Andrews pinned against the cage. Andrews gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
mcracken misses with a takedown

and Andrews counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Andrews stalling in the clinch.

Andrews breaks from the clinch.
Andrews takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
mcracken misses with a takedown
and Andrews counters with a three punch combo that has mcracken backing up. mcracken nods at Andrews to acknowledge the strikes.
Mike Andrews has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of phil mcracken.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Andrews lands a two punch combo.

mcracken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Andrews to the mat! Andrews manages to get full guard.
Andrews looking to hit a scissor sweep but mcracken is one step ahead there.
mcracken wants to control from the top but Andrews keeps moving.
Andrews pulls mcracken in close to prevent any damage.
Andrews trying to control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
mcracken stands up over Andrews, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
mcracken wants to control from the top but Andrews keeps moving.
mcracken tries to free his leg and advance position but Andrews is retaining full guard.
Andrews keeping moving, preventing mcracken from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
mcracken misses with a takedown attempt

and Andrews counters by moving into the clinch.
mcracken tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Andrews avoids it.
Andrews fails to pull guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

phil mcracken showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on phil mcracken's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!

mcracken fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Andrews sprawls well initially but mcracken persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
mcracken is looking to take a break and control but Andrews is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Andrews looks like he's trying to stand up.
Andrews trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Andrews is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Andrews is squirming around, avoiding mcracken's attempts to control the action.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Andrews swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
mcracken trying to control but Andrews is having none of it.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, mcracken cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Andrews holds on for dear life.
Andrews is trying to escape the mount.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
mcracken is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.
Andrews chipping away with body shots but they're not going to hurt mcracken.
mcracken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Andrews is looking to escape.

mcracken is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Andrews to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Andrews shrugs it off.
mcracken thowing shots but they're missing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
mcracken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Andrews is looking to escape.
Andrews tries to lock up and control but mcracken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Andrews is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because mcracken is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
mcracken wants to take Andrews's back but he can't do it this time.
mcracken in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
mcracken avoids the attempt from Andrews to control.
mcracken wants to stand but Andrews is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
mcracken connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Andrews is bucking up trying to escape but mcracken cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Andrews is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A nice elbow there by mcracken.
Andrews tries to hold on but mcracken postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
phil mcracken comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think mcracken 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... phil mcracken!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
32%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Dre Koow (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eduardo Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Koow
vs
Gracie

188 cm
18
187 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

181 cm
18
184 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

Good takedowns
Counter striker
Self confident

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Very confident

BUY ONE,GET TWO

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Dre Koow!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Eduardo Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Felipe Paraventi and Emerson Jorge.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Koow darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.

Gracie actively working from the bottom here.

Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Koow has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.

Koow jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Gracie manages to avoid the submission attempt.

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

Koow wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gracie, who protects the arm well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie regains half guard.

Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Koow is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Koow is breathing heavily.

Koow is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.

The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Gracie actively working from the bottom here.

Koow is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

Gracie actively working from the bottom here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.

Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Koow is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.

Koow is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.

Gracie looking for submissions off his back.

Koow is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well.

Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Koow is looking for a kimura but Gracie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Koow to get the leverage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Koow's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Koow's back!

Gracie has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Koow has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Koow rolls, trying to escape but Gracie keeps control of the position.

Gracie is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Koow has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Koow breaks Gracie's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

Gracie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Koow is aware though and is defending well.

Koow thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

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

Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Gracie working for a triangle but Koow defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eduardo Gracie dominated that round.
That's time! Koow's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Koow shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Gracie napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Koow is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gracie has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gracie gets back to half guard.

Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Koow pulls his head out easily.

Koow is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Koow eventually gives up the hold.

Koow is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.
Eduardo Gracie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Koow pulls his head out easily.

Gracie looking for submissions off his back.

Koow is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.

Koow is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gracie gets back to full guard.

Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Koow defends well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Koow defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koow gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Koow is pushing down on Gracie's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gracie is fighting to maintain full guard but Koow has managed to sneak the leg through.

Koow is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Koow is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.

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

Gracie is looking for a triangle but Koow pushes his legs off easily.

Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Koow has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koow gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Koow advances to half guard.

Koow is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Koow is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Koow eventually gives up the hold.

Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Koow passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gracie!
Gracie really trying hard to get back to half guard here.

Koow wants to finish this one by submission but Gracie is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Koow.
Gracie regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eduardo Gracie showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!

Gracie drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

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

Gracie goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Koow rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Gracie's guard! Nice work there by Koow!

Koow drops back looking for a leg! Gracie is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gracie manages to kick Koow off! Koow jumps back into Gracie's guard.

Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koow gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.

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

Koow thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Koow defends it easily.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

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

Koow avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Koow looking to pass the guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Koow wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.

Koow is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.

Gracie working for a triangle but Koow defends it easily.

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

Gracie working for a triangle but Koow defends it easily.

Koow is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

Gracie looking for a guillotine here but Koow defends easily.

Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Gracie working for a triangle but Koow defends it easily.

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

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.

Koow is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Gracie has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Koow is looking to defend but Gracie has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Koow! Gracie pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Koow taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Eduardo Gracie!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
83%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Mr Felding (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Will Freitas (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Felding
vs
Freitas

165 cm
23
135 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

168 cm
19
145 lbs
2 - 4 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
Very strong

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

BUY ONE,GET TWO

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 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Mr Felding!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Will Freitas!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Felipe Paraventi and Mauricio Rocha.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Freitas takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Freitas stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Felding.
Freitas dives in and grabs Felding's left leg, looking for a takedown. Felding pushes down on Freitas's head and hops out.
Freitas misses the jab.
Felding stuffs the takedown attempt from Freitas. Freitas gets slowly back to his feet.
Felding lands a head kick!
Will Freitas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Felding throws a head kick but Freitas moves out of range.
Felding lands a nice looking kick to the body. Freitas takes a step back to recover.
Felding lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Freitas misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mr Felding has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Will Freitas.
Freitas looks gassed!
Felding lands with a slapping head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Felding bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Felding pushes Freitas away with a front kick.
A solid body kick from Felding.
A good leg kick by Felding.
Freitas takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Felding cracks the inside of Freitas's front leg.
Felding throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Felding scores with a head kick.
Felding throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.

Freitas is rocked!
Felding throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Freitas crumples to the floor and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mr Felding!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
98%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Diego Fagundes (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ryu Nakamura (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!

Fagundes
vs
Nakamura

174 cm
25
166 lbs
6 - 5 - 0

180 cm
23
155 lbs
3 - 5 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
Good chin

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

BUY ONE,GET TWO

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 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Diego Fagundes!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Ryu Nakamura!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fagundes fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nakamura avoids it really well and circles away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Fagundes is defended easily by Nakamura.
Nice sprawl there from Nakamura as Fagundes shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Fagundes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakamura throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fagundes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nakamura misses with a few strikes there.
Nakamura throws a nice looking combination but Fagundes bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fagundes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nakamura.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fagundes uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nakamura.
Fagundes swats away the attempt to clinch by Nakamura.
A combination from Nakamura does no damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Fagundes shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nakamura's guard.
Fagundes trying to control but Nakamura is working from the bottom.
Fagundes trying to move into half guard but instead Nakamura has managed to sweep!
Nakamura controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nakamura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fagundes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nakamura trying to control the position from guard on top but Fagundes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nakamura must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nakamura won't allow Fagundes to sweep him here.
Nakamura is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nakamura thows a big elbow that misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Fagundes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nakamura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fagundes keeping moving, preventing Nakamura from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fagundes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nakamura is one step ahead there.
Nakamura throwing strikes but missing.
Nakamura really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fagundes. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fagundes looking for a sweep. Not yet Fagundes, not yet.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Nakamura trying to control but Fagundes is working from the bottom.
Nakamura stopping the sweep attempt from Fagundes.
Nakamura postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.

Nakamura instigates a clinch.
Fagundes wants a takedown.
Nakamura gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fagundes.
Nakamura scores with a hook to the body.
Nakamura lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A right hand to the body from Nakamura.
Nakamura scores with a shot to the side of Fagundes's head.
Fagundes goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nakamura prevents it.
Nakamura throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fagundess head.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fagundes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Nakamura just stands there and leans against the cage.
Nakamura gets through Fagundes's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fagundes tries to pull guard but Nakamura won't allow it.
Fagundes has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nakamura avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Fagundes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nakamura smiles and moves away.
Some wild striking there from Nakamura.
Fagundes moves out of range as Nakamura strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fagundes slips a jab and a cross from Nakamura.
Nakamura lands a glancing blow to the side of Fagundes's head.
Fagundes shoots in but no luck this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryu Nakamura dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Nakamura misses with a body shot.
Fagundes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nakamura.

Fagundes is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Nakamura's half guard.
Fagundes thows a huge punch but Nakamura dodges it nicely.
Nakamura tries to roll over but Fagundes keeps him under control.
Nakamura is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fagundes tries to pass to full mount but Nakamura defends it.
Nakamura is looking to escape.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nakamura wants to control but Fagundes is keeping busy and won't allow it.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Nakamura swinging wildly here.
Nakamura stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nakamura wants it to stay on the feet.
Nakamura throws a right hand that Fagundes ducks under and follows up with a left that Fagundes also avoids with ease.

Nakamura clinches up with Fagundes and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fagundes.
Nakamura swings away with an uppercut that misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.

Fagundes breaks from the clinch.
Nakamura misses with a series of wild punches.
Nakamura throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fagundes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nakamura.
A combination from Nakamura does no damage.
Ryu Nakamura seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakamura throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nakamura leaves Fagundes with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nakamura rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fagundes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fagundes shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nakamura sprawls well. Nakamura wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Fagundes gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Fagundes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fagundes shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nakamura defends it nicely.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Fagundes shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Fagundes is working for a kimura but Nakamura is defending it quite comfortably.
Nakamura is controlling Fagundes's trapped leg to prevent Fagundes from advancing to side control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nakamura is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fagundes's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fagundes's back!
Fagundes is defending well here and trying to improve his position.

Nakamura working for the choke.
Fagundes turns into Nakamura and is now in his guard.
Fagundes trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nakamura controls Fagundes momentarily but Fagundes frees himself.
Nakamura wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Fagundes dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Nakamura throws a series of punches but Fagundes moves out of range.
Fagundes is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nakamura sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakamura slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fagundes will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Fagundes shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Fagundes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakamura misses with a few strikes there.
Nakamura is looking to clinch but Fagundes is avoiding it.
Nakamura tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nakamura throws a series of punches but Fagundes avoids them all with ease.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nakamura is looking to clinch but Fagundes is avoiding it.
Nakamura throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fagundes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nakamura tries to bum rush Fagundes with a series of wild strikes but Fagundes uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fagundes closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nakamura circles away.

Fagundes gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Nakamura throwing strikes but missing.
Nakamura postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nakamura wants to control from the top but Fagundes keeps moving.
Nakamura controls from within his opponent's guard.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fagundes working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakamura.
Nakamura lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nakamura with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nakamura works over Fagundes with some ground and pound from guard.
Nakamura trying to control the position from guard on top but Fagundes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nakamura passes Fagundes's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fagundes is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nakamura scores with a couple of nice shots.
Fagundes wants to get back to full guard.
Nakamura looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Fagundes with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nakamura throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Fagundes wants to improve his position but Nakamura is controlling well.
Nakamura looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Fagundes with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fagundes is looking to improve his position.
Nakamura perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Nakamura thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Fagundes's head.
Nice strikes from Nakamura there.
Fagundes is looking for a sweep. Nakamura is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nakamura not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nakamura missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Nakamura pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fagundes has a takedown stuffed.
Nakamura throws a nice looking combination but Fagundes bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nakamura changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.

Nakamura lands a left and a right that sends Fagundes crashing to the canvas! Nakamura dives into mount looking to finish!

It looks like Diego Fagundes has been cut.
Fagundes is bucking up trying to escape but Nakamura cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Nakamura is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Nakamura controlling from the full mount.
Fagundes is in a horrible position here. Nakamura smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Nakamura trying to control but Fagundes is having none of it.
Nakamura lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fagundes is looking to improve his position but Nakamura isn't that keen on the idea.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryu Nakamura comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nakamura 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 Daniel Cesar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryu Nakamura!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
42%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Bartez Pitbull (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jeff Araujo (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 Jeff Araujo was going to win. Let's see if he was right.

Pitbull
vs
Araujo

202 cm
24
230 lbs
5 - 3 - 0

180 cm
23
265 lbs
2 - 3 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Very strong

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Knockout power

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Bartez Pitbull!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Jeff Araujo!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Leandro Rodrigues and Felipe Paraventi.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Araujo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pitbull swivels and escapes.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Araujo is defended easily by Pitbull.
Pitbull throws a series of punches but Araujo avoids them all with ease.
Pitbull swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Araujo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pitbull as he jumps to the side.
Bartez Pitbull has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Araujo.
Pitbull throws a looping overhand right but Araujo ducks down to avoid it.
Araujo shoots in and drives through. Pitbull sprawls well.
Pitbull throws a series of punches but Araujo moves out of range.
Pitbull looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Araujo needs to keep his hands up - Pitbull had a free shot at his head there.
Araujo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nice jab there from Pitbull.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pitbull looks to land a left hand but Araujo moved out of range nicely.
Araujo avoids the body shot from Pitbull.

Pitbull drops Araujo with a beautiful combination! Araujo stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Pitbull is looking for the KO!

Araujo is rocked!

It looks like Jeff Araujo has been cut.
Araujo looks gassed!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Araujo drops his hands momentarily. Pitbull doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Araujo staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Araujo doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bartez Pitbull!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Main event

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Shawn Ziribastow (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Heather Osborne (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ziribastow comes to the cage accompanied by DEAD STARS. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Ziribastow
vs
Osborne

177 cm
20
141 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

175 cm
22
145 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

Decent wrestler
Basic striking
Cardio machine

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Solid chin

BUY ONE,GET TWO
BUY ONE,GET TWO

BUY ONE,GET TWO

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 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Shawn Ziribastow!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Heather Osborne!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Matheus Silva and Alexandre Firmino.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Osborne scores with a one two! Ziribastow had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Osborne tries to land a front kick but Ziribastow steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ziribastow swings and misses with a hook to the body.

Ziribastow shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Osborne controls Ziribastow momentarily but Ziribastow frees himself.
Ziribastow is looking to work some ground and pound but Osborne has wrist control.
Osborne preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ziribastow throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Osborne wants to sweep here but Ziribastow controlling him for the moment.
Osborne is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ziribastow missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ziribastow trying to control but Osborne is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Ziribastow fails with a takedown attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ziribastow misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ziribastow fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shawn Ziribastow. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Ziribastow drives through with a takedown into guard.
Osborne utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ziribastow throwing strikes from guard but Osborne blocks nicely.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ziribastow accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Osborne is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Osborne looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziribastow is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Osborne preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ziribastow with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ziribastow trying to control the position from guard on top but Osborne is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Ziribastow tries for a takedown but Osborne sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.

Ziribastow decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ziribastow thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ziribastow throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Osborne trying to hold on to Ziribastow's head to control him but Ziribastow postures up.
Ziribastow thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Osborne's head.
Ziribastow thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Osborne trying to hold on to Ziribastow's head to control him but Ziribastow postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ziribastow is nestled in close to Osborne, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ziribastow scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ziribastow sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Osborne defending well though.
Osborne blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ziribastow.
Osborne is looking to control Ziribastow's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Osborne avoid being mounted?
Ziribastow seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Osborne trying to control here.
Nice strikes from Ziribastow there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ziribastow thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Osborne's head.
Ziribastow looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Osborne is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ziribastow scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ziribastow thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ziribastow working over Osborne with some ground and pound. Osborne looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Osborne is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziribastow drops an elbow to the side of Osborne's head.
Ziribastow working the head and body with strikes.
Ziribastow landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ziribastow sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Osborne defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shawn Ziribastow dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Osborne throws a body punch but Ziribastow moves out of range.
Osborne tries to clinch there but Ziribastow circles away.
Ziribastow avoids the body shot from Osborne.
Ziribastow tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Osborne swivels and escapes.
Osborne tries to clinch up but Ziribastow circles away and keeps his distance.
Osborne tries to clinch up but Ziribastow circles away and keeps his distance.
Ziribastow lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Osborne tries to work over Ziribastow's front leg with a kick but Ziribastow checks it.
Osborne is looking to clinch but Ziribastow is avoiding it.

Ziribastow closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Osborne tries to improve position but can't.
Ziribastow working the body and head with strikes.
Ziribastow in side control lands a decent elbow.
The ground and pound from Ziribastow seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Osborne managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ziribastow.
Osborne tries to buck Ziribastow off but Ziribastow is having none of it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ziribastow lands a decent elbow from side control.
Ziribastow throws a strike aimed at the side of Osborne's head but Osborne avoids it well.
Check out the look on Ziribastow's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Osborne takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Ziribastow is chipping away with strikes.
Ziribastow cracks Osborne with a big right hand but Osborne just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Ziribastow sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Osborne is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Ziribastow working the ground and pound.
Ziribastow scores with punches from side control.
Ziribastow scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Osborne to see if he's OK.
Osborne is breathing heavily.
Osborne prevents Ziribastow from improving position.
Osborne parries the strikes from Ziribastow easily there. Ziribastow is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Osborne to escape.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ziribastow content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ziribastow lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Osborne down.
Ziribastow scoring with punches and elbows.
Ziribastow trying to control the position but Osborne is working away.
Ziribastow working the ground and pound from side control.
Check out the look on Ziribastow's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Osborne taking a bit of punishment here - Ziribastow scoring with strikes.
Osborne gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ziribastow throwing shots but Osborne is blocking nicely.
Osborne is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ziribastow scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ziribastow lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ziribastow not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Osborne wants to get back to full guard.
Osborne is staying active underneath Ziribastow, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ziribastow connects with a nice short shot to Osborne's temple.
Ziribastow not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Osborne is trying to control but can't.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ziribastow thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Osborne wants to get back to full guard.
Ziribastow sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Osborne defending well though.
Osborne taking some punishment here, with Ziribastow in his half guard.
Ziribastow is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ziribastow not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ziribastow not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ziribastow looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Osborne keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ziribastow lands a nice short elbow.
Ziribastow throwing shots but Osborne is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Ziribastow scores a takedown into full mount!
Ziribastow lands a heavy elbow.
Ziribastow lands with some strikes.
Osborne in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Ziribastow looking to finish Osborne with some ground and pound. This is bad for Osborne!
Osborne tries to reverse the position but Ziribastow maintains control.
Ziribastow working the ground and pound effectively.
Ziribastow in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.

Osborne is rocked!
Osborne takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ziribastow landing strikes from the mount.
Osborne is still in real trouble! Can Ziribastow finish him?
Ziribastow landing shots from mount.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Osborne takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Ziribastow's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shawn Ziribastow!
Shawn Ziribastow is the new bantamweight champion!