IFC New Blood V.2 Round 3 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Odogwu Agrinya (ranked 5044 p4p, 485 weight class) and Long Thai (ranked 24721 p4p, 730 weight class). Odogwu Agrinya could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Long Thai's chin.

Agrinya
vs
Thai

195 cm
20
240 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

178 cm
20
165 lbs
0 - 4 - 0

Decent wrestler
Dangerous knees
Very strong

BJJ White Belt
World class MT
Very confident

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Odogwu Agrinya!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Long Thai!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, and Timothy Bukovac.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Thai lands a nice looking body kick.
Thai is looking to clinch but Agrinya is avoiding it.
Thai uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Agrinya.
Agrinya swats away the attempt to clinch by Thai.
We've been informed that Thai has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Agrinya lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agrinya takes a swing at Thai's ribcage but misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice body kick from Thai.
Thai lands a jab.
Thai lands a nice shot that snaps Agrinya's head back.
Agrinya takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Agrinya jabs Thai right on the nose. Thai blinks but takes it well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Agrinya staying out of range there.
A quick step to the side and Agrinya tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Agrinya throws a body punch but Thai moves out of range.
Thai appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Agrinya misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Agrinya throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thai follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
We've been told by Agrinya's head coaches at The Garden that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Agrinya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thai moves away.
Thai tries to counter with a clinch but Agrinya shakes him off and moves away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Agrinya drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Agrinya is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Agrinya. Thai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Agrinya throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Agrinya connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thai. Thai circles away out of range and recomposes himself.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thai with a jab.
Thai misses with a head kick.
Agrinya throws a shot from downtown. Thai moves away and avoids it.
Agrinya misses with a left hand
and Thai counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thai takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thai tries to close the distance and clinch up but Agrinya swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Long Thai will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Thai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Agrinya.
Thai tries to counter with a clinch but Agrinya shakes him off and moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Agrinya circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left lands for Thai.
Thai throws a sloppy head kick and Agrinya moves out of range easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Agrinya. Thai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thai lands a glancing blow to the side of Agrinya's head.
Thai throws a hook but Agrinya avoids it easily.
Thai thumps Agrinya with a low kick.
Agrinya is looking to wear down Thai with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Thai is looking to slow Agrinya down with leg kicks.

Thai darts in and clinches Agrinya up against the cage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thai missing with knees to the body.
Agrinya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Thai is defending well for now.
Thai has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Agrinya landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Agrinya lands with a light punch inside.
Agrinya lands a left hand.
Agrinya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Thai.
Thai landing knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Agrinya misses with a knee to the head.
Thai managing to block the knees to the body from Agrinya.

Agrinya breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Thai looks to land a left hand but Agrinya moved out of range nicely.
Thai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Agrinya misses with a body shot.
Agrinya backing away here, and Thai unleashes a leg kick that just misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A telegraphed right hand from Agrinya misses the target.
Agrinya pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Agrinya ducks under a wild hook from Thai.
Agrinya listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Agrinya swings widly with a right hand
and Thai counters with an outside leg kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Agrinya throws a lazy uppercut
and Thai counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thai walks into a stiff left hand from Agrinya.
Agrinya takes a swing at Thai's ribcage but misses.
Agrinya avoids the head kick by Thai.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice uppercut there from Thai.
A slow jab from Agrinya misses its intended target.
Thai doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
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 Odogwu Agrinya will probably get the nod.
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!

Thai drops his hands momentarily and Agrinya takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Agrinya throws a looping overhand right but Thai ducks down to avoid it.
Agrinya sets himself, and Thai steps forward looking for the clinch! Agrinya avoids it this time.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Agrinya throws a hook to the side of Thai's head but Thai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thai tries to counter with a clinch but Agrinya shakes him off and moves away.
Thai wants to clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agrinya throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Thai on the side of the head.
Agrinya throws an overhand right that drops Thai like a sack of potatoes! Agrinya dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Odogwu Agrinya!
A very excited looking Odogwu Agrinya made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

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energy
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hype
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pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
36%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jake Kirby (ranked 5550 p4p, 523 weight class) and Boris Boulder (ranked 5523 p4p, 520 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Kirby
vs
Boulder

184 cm
19
180 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

177 cm
19
180 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Powerful

Bank of noobs

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 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Jake Kirby!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Boris Boulder!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boulder stuffs the takedown.

Boulder shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kirby has his hands on Boulder's head, controlling the position.
Boulder wants to control from the top but Kirby keeps moving.
Boulder has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Main Event. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Boulder stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kirby swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boulder won't allow Kirby to sweep him here.
Kirby knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Boulder on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boulder postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boulder postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Boulder advances position into side control!
Kirby is looking for a sweep.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Boulder working the head and body with strikes.
Boulder landing a few strikes.
Kirby takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.

Boulder is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kirby knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Boulder has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
You can see the frustration on Kirby's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Check out the look on Boulder's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Boulder looks up at the clock and then as Kirby takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Boulder smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boulder lands a decent elbow from side control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Kirby's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

Boulder swings around for an armbar but Kirby sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Boulder's guard.
Kirby throws a big right hand that misses.
Kirby is fighting to break Boulder's control of his arms but Boulder is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kirby accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boulder looking to control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kirby preventing the sweep.

Boulder looking for a triangle here. Kirby is fighting it but it looks tight! Boulder pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Kirby is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Boris Boulder!
A relieved looking Boris Boulder 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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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
37%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mohammed Ruslanov (ranked 3595 p4p, 359 weight class) and Dai Zexi (ranked 3318 p4p, 324 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!

Ruslanov
vs
Zexi

188 cm
19
235 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

175 cm
19
220 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Counter fighter
Granite chin

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Mohammed Ruslanov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Dai Zexi!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and .

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A looping hook to the body misses from Zexi. Ruslanov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zexi swings for the body but Ruslanov moves out of range.
Ruslanov tries to counter with a takedown but Zexi is quick to defend against it.
Zexi shoots in for a takedown but Ruslanov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zexi. Ruslanov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ruslanov attempts a counter takedown but Zexi avoids it well and moves away.
Zexi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Zexi takes a swing at Ruslanov's ribcage but misses.
Zexi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ruslanov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruslanov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Zexi lands with a straight right. Ruslanov didn't see that one coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Zexi misses the target.
Ruslanov attempts a counter takedown but Zexi avoids it well and moves away.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Zexi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ruslanov under the eye.
Zexi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ruslanov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Zexi shoots in for a takedown but Ruslanov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ruslanov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zexi misses the shot to the body.
Zexi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ruslanov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zexi sprawls and moves away.
Zexi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ruslanov swivels and escapes.
Ruslanov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Mohammed Ruslanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dai Zexi.
Zexi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ruslanov.
Ruslanov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zexi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Zexi takes a swing at Ruslanov's ribcage but misses.
Ruslanov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zexi throws a body shot but no joy.
Ruslanov attempts a counter takedown but Zexi avoids it well and moves away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zexi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ruslanov.
Zexi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Zexi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ruslanov was well out of range. Poor timing from Zexi.
Zexi swings for the body but Ruslanov moves out of range.
Zexi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ruslanov manages to avoid it.
Zexi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ruslanov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ruslanov moves out of range as Zexi strikes.
Ruslanov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Zexi scores with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zexi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Zexi misses with a straight left.
Zexi jabs at Ruslanov's body.
Zexi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dai Zexi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zexi throws an ugly left hook that misses

and Ruslanov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Ruslanov lands strikes from half guard.
Zexi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Zexi has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Fight Factory. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ruslanov throws a big right hand that misses.
Ruslanov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ruslanov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ruslanov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Zexi is pulling down on Ruslanov's head. It's preventing any offense from Ruslanov, at least for the moment.
Zexi is trying to keep Ruslanov in close.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ruslanov scoring with some ground and pound.
Ruslanov stands up over Zexi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ruslanov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Zexi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ruslanov stands up over Zexi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ruslanov throws a big right hand that misses.
Zexi controls Ruslanov momentarily but Ruslanov frees himself.
Ruslanov trying to control but Zexi is working from the bottom.
Ruslanov lands a couple of digs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Zexi misses with a straight left.
Zexi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ruslanov.
Zexi throws a shot from downtown. Ruslanov moves away and avoids it.
Dai Zexi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ruslanov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zexi throws out the jab.
Zexi misses with a wild body shot.
Zexi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ruslanov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Zexi misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zexi throws an overhand right that lands on Ruslanov's shoulder, as Ruslanov tries to avoid the shot.
Zexi misses with a lunging right hand

and Ruslanov counters with a takedown into side control.
Zexi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ruslanov scores with a couple of short elbows.

That's one minute gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Zexi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ruslanov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Zexi is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ruslanov connects with a decent elbow.
Zexi managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ruslanov.
Zexi is trying to control Ruslanov's posture but Ruslanov avoids it.
Ruslanov lands an elbow.
Ruslanov wants to control but Zexi is keeping him busy.
Zexi taking a bit of punishment here - Ruslanov scoring with strikes.
Ruslanov trying to control the action but Zexi is working from the bottom.
Zexi wants to control but Ruslanov postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zexi is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ruslanov connects with a decent elbow.
Mohammed Ruslanov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zexi wants to control but Ruslanov postures up.
Ruslanov landing a few strikes.
Ruslanov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ruslanov landing strikes.
Zexi is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ruslanov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ruslanov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ruslanov lands a nice short elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zexi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Zexi trying to keep a closed guard but Ruslanov is proving a slippery customer.
Ruslanov works over Zexi with some ground and pound from guard.

Zexi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ruslanov defends it easily.
Zexi keeping moving, preventing Ruslanov from controlling successfully.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ruslanov chips away with some ground and pound.
Ruslanov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ruslanov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ruslanov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Zexi taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ruslanov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Zexi tries to improve position but can't.
Ruslanov advances nicely into full mount.
Ruslanov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Ruslanov landing strikes from the mount and Zexi is in trouble!
Ruslanov landing shots from mount.
Ruslanov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Zexi's face.
Ruslanov working the ground and pound effectively.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
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!
Ruslanov lands a heavy elbow.
Ruslanov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Zexi's face.
Ruslanov lands a big shot there that rocks Zexi but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Zexi wants to hold on but Ruslanov pushes him away.
Ruslanov landing strikes from the mount.
Zexi tries to hold on but Ruslanov postures up.
Ruslanov landing strikes from the mount and Zexi is in trouble!
Ruslanov could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Ruslanov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Ruslanov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Zexi hang on?
Ruslanov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Zexi regains half guard.
Ruslanov winds up and cracks Zexi with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mohammed Ruslanov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Zexi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Zexi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ruslanov was well out of range. Poor timing from Zexi.
Ruslanov feinted with a counter takedown.
A left lands for Zexi.
A jab from Zexi misses.
Ruslanov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zexi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ruslanov manages to avoid it.
Ruslanov attempts a counter takedown but Zexi avoids it well and moves away.
Zexi jabs Ruslanov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zexi throws a lazy right hand but Ruslanov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ruslanov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zexi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ruslanov at a distance.
Zexi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ruslanov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ruslanov defending well as Zexi loads up on a big left hand.
Zexi scores with a jab. Ruslanov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Zexi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ruslanov's head.
Zexi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ruslanov manages to avoid it.
Ruslanov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zexi sprawls and moves away.
Ruslanov slips under a jab.
Zexi lands with a cross.
Zexi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Zexi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ruslanov.
Ruslanov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zexi lands a body shot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zexi throws a lazy right hand but Ruslanov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ruslanov feinted with a counter takedown.
Ruslanov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ruslanov feinted with a counter takedown.
Zexi throws an overhand right that lands on Ruslanov's shoulder, as Ruslanov tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Zexi misses.
Zexi just misses with a punch to the body.
Zexi throws an off balance right hand

and Ruslanov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Zexi's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ruslanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Zexi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zexi trying to control the position.
Ruslanov connects with a couple of short punches.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ruslanov lands a couple of elbows.
Ruslanov chips away with some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ruslanov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Zexi wants to control but Ruslanov passes easily into half guard.
Zexi has hold of Ruslanov's hands but Ruslanov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Zexi is looking to control Ruslanov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zexi avoid being mounted?
Zexi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Zexi trying to control the position.
Zexi has momentary wrist control but Ruslanov slips an elbow through the middle.
Ruslanov wants to control from the top but Zexi keeps moving.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Zexi is trying to control the position but Ruslanov postures up.
Ruslanov is in close to Zexi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Zexi keeping moving, preventing Ruslanov from controlling successfully.
Ruslanov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Zexi has momentary wrist control but Ruslanov slips an elbow through the middle.
Ruslanov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ruslanov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zexi keeping moving, preventing Ruslanov from controlling successfully.
Ruslanov is in close to Zexi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Zexi has momentary wrist control but Ruslanov slips an elbow through the middle.
Ruslanov lands a couple of elbows.
Zexi is trying to control the position but Ruslanov postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dai Zexi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Zexi 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dai Zexi!
Post fight, Dai Zexi took to the microphone: 'I'm sorry, my manager lies. We have great respect for Ruslanov and his manager. It is never a fun fight when you face someone from Tim Qwe's camp.'.

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
50%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Alfred Touchard (ranked 5564 p4p, 525 weight class) and Xing Pugberg (ranked 3129 p4p, 338 weight class). Xing Pugberg 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!

Touchard
vs
Pugberg

178 cm
20
220 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

150 cm
20
130 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
Counter fighter
Very quick

Good wrestler
Brawler
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Alfred Touchard!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Xing Pugberg!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pugberg attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.

Pugberg gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.

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

Pugberg had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Touchard defends it easily.

Pugberg looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Pugberg is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Touchard defends well.
Touchard wants to control from the top but Pugberg keeps moving.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Touchard is working Pugberg over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Touchard looking to pass the guard.
Touchard sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pugberg's guard.
Touchard missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Touchard trying to control the action but Pugberg is working from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Touchard in particular looking to stall.

Pugberg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Touchard pulls his head out easily.

Pugberg looking for submissions off his back.

Pugberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Pugberg is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Touchard is tapping! Great win for Pugberg!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Xing Pugberg!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
33%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Armel Vidal (ranked 3060 p4p, 311 weight class) and Georges Danton (ranked 3201 p4p, 319 weight class). 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.

Vidal
vs
Danton

167 cm
19
146 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

194 cm
19
215 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Cardio machine

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
Good gas tank

Urban Fighter
Mockstar Energy Drinks 160Q

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Armel Vidal!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Georges Danton!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and .

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Danton connects with the punch.

It looks like Armel Vidal has been cut.
Danton takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Danton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vidal misses with an uppercut.
A jab from Danton misses.
Danton throws out a loose jab but Vidal uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab from Vidal finds it's way through Danton's defenses.
Vidal with a jab.
Vidal defending well as Danton loads up on a big left hand.
Vidal moves out of range as Danton strikes.
Danton waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vidal.
Danton misses with a straight right.
Vidal appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.

Danton moves into range and clinches up with Vidal.
Vidal blocking some punches.
Danton's coach down at Stratosphere was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Danton's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Vidal tries to pull guard but Danton holds him up against the cage and eventually Vidal drops back down to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vidal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Danton fails to land.
Vidal tries to pull guard but Danton holds him up against the cage and eventually Vidal drops back down to his feet.
Vidal tries to pull guard but Danton holds him up against the cage and eventually Vidal drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Armel Vidal. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Danton scores with a shot to the side of Vidal's head.
Vidal tries to throw a body punch but Danton avoids it by throwing Vidal back against the cage.
Vidal tries to pull guard but Danton holds him up against the cage and eventually Vidal drops back down to his feet.
Vidal tries to pull guard but Danton won't allow it.
Danton stalling.
Danton misses with some punches.
Vidal will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Danton up against the cage.
Vidal makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vidal fails to pull guard.
Danton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Vidal.
Vidal misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vidal blocks an uppercut.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vidal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Danton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vidal is trying to break free.
Danton misses with the head strike.
Danton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Danton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vidal misses with a body punch.
Danton just leaning against Vidal, taking a breather.
Danton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Danton throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Danton fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vidal is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Danton is keeping busy.
Vidal struggles to land a body shot inside as Danton controls his hands.
Vidal is trying to stall.
Vidal lands on the inside with an uppercut.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vidal blocking some punches.
Danton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vidal backwards.
Vidal wants to break the clinch but can't.
Vidal lands a right hand that snaps the head of Danton backwards.
Danton lands a hook that snaps the head of Vidal backwards.
Vidal throws a punch but it's blocked by Danton.
Vidal blocks an uppercut.
Danton lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Danton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Danton.
Danton misses with the head strike.
Vidal looking to slow down the pace here.
Vidal has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Danton prevents a body shot from Vidal.
Danton throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Danton fails to land.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vidal misses with a punch on the inside.
Vidal trying to control the position but instead, Danton has worked for underhooks and has pushed Vidal into the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Vidal misses with a punch to the body.
Vidal blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Danton lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vidal backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Danton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Danton working aggressively here.
Danton is leaning against Vidal and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Danton misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Danton.
Danton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vidal fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Vidal blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vidal blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Georges Danton dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Armel Vidal's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Danton swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Vidal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

Vidal tries to keep at a distance but Danton has taken the fight into the clinch.
Vidal misses with a body punch.
Vidal wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vidal.
Still in the clinch, Danton scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vidal blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vidal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Danton has a couple of punches blocked by Vidal.
Danton keeps control of Vidal as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Vidal blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danton lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vidal jumps guard but Danton stands there with Vidal around his waist. Vidal gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Danton fails to land.
Danton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Georges Danton seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Danton working aggressively here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Vidal lands a body punch in the clinch.
Danton has a couple of punches blocked by Vidal.
Danton misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Danton.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Danton.
Vidal tries to throw a body punch but Danton avoids it by throwing Vidal back against the cage.
Vidal misses with a hook to the ribs.
Danton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vidal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Danton's elbow.
Vidal wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Danton creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Danton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vidal.
Vidal wants to get back to striking at distance but Danton won't allow it.
Vidal misses with a punch to the body.
Vidal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Danton's elbow.
Danton misses with some punches.
Danton lands a shoulder strike.
Vidal struggles to land a body shot inside as Danton controls his hands.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Danton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vidal.
Danton misses with the head strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vidal.
Danton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Danton blocks a body shot from Vidal.
Danton softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vidal tries a body shot but Danton blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Danton.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vidal struggles to land a body shot inside as Danton controls his hands.
Danton lands with a right to the head.
Danton misses with the head strike.
Danton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vidal.
Danton lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vidal slows down the pace here.
Danton misses with a punch on the inside.
Danton blocks a body shot from Vidal.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danton throws a head punch that misses.
Vidal blocks an uppercut.
Danton has a couple of punches blocked by Vidal.
Vidal has a couple of punches blocked by Danton.
Danton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Danton lands a shoulder strike.
Vidal has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Vidal blocks a body shot from Danton.
Vidal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vidal tries to work over Danton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vidal's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vidal tries a body shot but Danton blocks it.
Vidal jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Danton walks away with a smile on his face. Vidal gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Danton throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Vidal.
Danton waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vidal.
Vidal avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vidal scores with a hook to the body. Danton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vidal darts in and out, connecting with a jab.

Vidal tries to keep at a distance but Danton has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Danton.
Still in the clinch, Danton scores with a nice short uppercut.
Danton throws a head punch that misses.
Vidal is working Danton over against the cage.
Vidal lands a body shot in the clinch.
Danton scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Danton - that landed with a thud.
Vidal tries a body shot but Danton blocks it.
Vidal lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Danton as Vidal tries to tie him up.
Danton pushes Vidal back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Danton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.

Vidal is rocked!
A hook to the body from Vidal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Georges Danton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Armel Vidal's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Danton cracks Vidal with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Georges Danton!
Our winner, Georges Danton, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Armel Vidal was interviewed post fight and said 'The clock strikes midnight on this fairytale.'.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
58%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Matteo Boretti (ranked 2725 p4p, 359 weight class) and Anton Touchard (ranked 3533 p4p, 348 weight class). Boretti kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Ozzy Osbourne - Bark at the Moon. Anton Touchard is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Boretti
vs
Touchard

188 cm
19
205 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

166 cm
20
168 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Cardio machine

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Matteo Boretti!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Anton Touchard!
The judges for this bout are , Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Touchard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boretti was well out of range. Poor timing from Touchard.
Boretti throwing a counter right hand but Touchard manages to avoid it.
We've been told by Boretti's head coaches at Invictus MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Anton Touchard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Touchard fails to land the takedown.
Boretti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Touchard shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Boretti but Boretti pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It looked like Boretti wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Touchard throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Boretti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

It looks like Anton Touchard has been cut.
Boretti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Touchard.
Boretti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Touchard with a poor takedown
and Boretti counters with a straight right hand.
Matteo Boretti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anton Touchard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Boretti gets caught flat footed, as Touchard shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Touchard throwing strikes from guard but Boretti blocks nicely.
Touchard controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boretti has Touchard pulled in close to control his posture.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Touchard loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Boretti knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Touchard on the ground.
Touchard throwing strikes but missing.
Boretti seems keen to control Touchard's posture.
Boretti on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Boretti tries to get out of the position.
Touchard passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Boretti controls the position for a moment.
Boretti is looking to regain half guard here but Touchard keeps moving and retains side control.
Touchard wants to control but Boretti is keeping him busy.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boretti is trying to improve his position.

Touchard working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boretti is trying to improve his position.
Touchard working the ground and pound but Boretti is defending the strikes.

Touchard in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Boretti is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anton Touchard!
Our winner, Anton Touchard, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
33%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Terry Crew (ranked 3010 p4p, 307 weight class) and Kenny Tchusuk (ranked 1813 p4p, 68 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Crew
vs
Tchusuk

187 cm
20
200 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

170 cm
20
265 lbs
3 - 4 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Cardio machine

BJJ Brown Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

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 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Terry Crew!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Kenny Tchusuk!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Crew takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.

It looks like Terry Crew has been cut.

Crew shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Tchusuk's guard.
Tchusuk is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Crew dives into side control.

Tchusuk is trying to get back to half guard.
Crew wants to control but Tchusuk is keeping him busy.
Tchusuk tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Crew wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Crew will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

Crew is trying to get an arm triangle but Tchusuk is defending well.
Crew controlling from side mount.
Tchusuk tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Crew wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

Crew thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tchusuk regains half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Crew keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tchusuk is refusing to be controlled, as Crew sits in half guard.

Crew seems to be looking for submissions.
Crew is looking to take a break and control but Tchusuk is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Crew is working for a submission of some sort.
Crew not doing much here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Crew passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tchusuk!

Crew wants to finish this one by submission but Tchusuk is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Crew.
Tchusuk felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Crew can't control as he wanted to and Tchusuk manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Crew wants to take a breather but Tchusuk is having none of it.

Crew is working for a submission of some sort.

Tchusuk actively working from the bottom here.

Tchusuk looking for subs from the bottom but Crew mounts him!
Tchusuk working to try and regain half guard.
Tchusuk is still trying to improve position.
Crew seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Tchusuk is holding on tight.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tchusuk is desperately trying to improve his position but Crew has a good base and remains in mount.
Crew sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Crew moves to take his opponent's back.
Tchusuk is keeping busy.

Tchusuk defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.

Tchusuk is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Crew gets his way!
Tchusuk is trying to break free.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tchusuk is trying to stand back up.

Tchusuk is trying to defend against the choke here but Crew has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Crew Tightens the hold and Tchusuk taps out furiously! Crew displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Terry Crew!
Terry Crew thanked the fans post fight for their support.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
34%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Maximilian Kirby (ranked 2182 p4p, 241 weight class) and Simon Jensen (ranked 3159 p4p, 341 weight class). Jensen has chosen Imagine Dragons - On Top of the World as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Kirby
vs
Jensen

181 cm
20
165 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

175 cm
27
162 lbs
9 - 4 - 0

Good wrestling
Good kicks
Granite chin

Good takedowns
Counter fighter
Knockout power

KOMBAT KLOTHING

RISE Nutrition

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 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Maximilian Kirby!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Simon Jensen!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and .

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Kirby gets a takedown into half guard.

Jensen actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from Kirby there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kirby is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kirby working over Jensen with some ground and pound. Jensen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kirby seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.

Jensen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kirby pulls his head out easily.
Jensen trying to control here.
Kirby trying to control the pace.

Jensen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kirby lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.

Jensen is rocked!
Kirby is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Jensen is hurt! He's hurt bad - Kirby fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Jensen from any more punishment! Congratulations to Kirby! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maximilian Kirby!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
58%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tan Han Tuong (ranked 2564 p4p, 266 weight class) and Micky Kirby (ranked 2726 p4p, 282 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!

Han Tuong
vs
Kirby

174 cm
19
271 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

188 cm
20
230 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
KO power

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Tan Han Tuong!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Micky Kirby!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Kirby closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Tuong tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Tuong keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kirby putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kirby fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Tuong might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tuong taking shots to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tuong is squirming around, avoiding Kirby's attempts to control the action.
Tuong can't escape the position.
Kirby avoids the attempt from Tuong to control.
Tuong is trying to escape the mount.
Tuong in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kirby landing strikes, looking to finish!
Kirby scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Tuong?
Kirby in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Tuong is looking to get to half guard.
Kirby landing strikes from the mount and Tuong is in trouble!
Tuong is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kirby is landing with some decent strikes but Tuong is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.

Tuong is rocked!
Kirby is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Tuong goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Kirby!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Micky Kirby!
Micky Kirby is the new heavyweight champion!

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FIGHT
RATING
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Main event

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Schmorgen Biscuit (ranked 1148 p4p, 30 weight class) and Vladimir Impaler (ranked 1390 p4p, 56 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Biscuit
vs
Impaler

183 cm
21
229 lbs
9 - 4 - 0

215 cm
21
275 lbs
7 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
Decent elbows
Very quick

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

IniTech Nutrition

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Schmorgen Biscuit!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Vladimir Impaler!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Impaler throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Biscuit on the side of the head.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Impaler has a couple of punches blocked by Biscuit.
Biscuit misses with an elbow over the top.
Impaler can't break the clinch.
Biscuit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Impaler.
Impaler managing to block the knees to the body from Biscuit.
Biscuit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Impaler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Biscuit wants a takedown but no success here.
Biscuit can't get the takedown.
Impaler wants to break free but Biscuit has control.
Impaler wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Biscuit has him pressed against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Impaler blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Biscuit will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Impaler up against the cage.
Impaler gets underhooks to prevent Biscuit's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Schmorgen Biscuit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Biscuit pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Biscuit takes a shot to the head.

It looks like Schmorgen Biscuit has been cut.
Impaler on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Impaler has had enough of the clinch but Biscuit keeps him there for the moment.
Biscuit tries a knee to the head but Impaler blocks it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Biscuit is struggling to control the position.
Biscuit taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Biscuit for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Biscuit is trying to drag Impaler to the mat but Impaler just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Biscuit misses with a knee to the head.
Biscuit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Impaler.
Biscuit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A frustrated look appears on Impaler's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Biscuit.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Biscuit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Biscuit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Impaler can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Biscuit.
Impaler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Biscuit trying to land knees to the body.
Biscuit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Biscuit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Impaler avoids it.
Biscuit has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Impaler after a bit of a struggle.
Biscuit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Biscuit goes for a takedown in the clinch but Impaler prevents it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Biscuit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Impaler.
Biscuit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Impaler is defending well for now.
Impaler tries to circle away but Biscuit has him pinned against the cage.
Biscuit misses with a knee to the head.
Biscuit comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.

It looks like Vladimir Impaler has been cut.
Impaler on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Impaler's coach down at LOD London BALLS OF STEEL was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Impaler's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Biscuit tries for a takedown. No joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Biscuit putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Impaler in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Biscuit misses with a knee strike.
Impaler blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Schmorgen Biscuit dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Impaler throws a hook but Biscuit avoids it easily.
Impaler paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Impaler throws a hook but Biscuit blocks it.
Biscuit swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Impaler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A shot to the liver by Biscuit. Beautiful body shot.
Biscuit throws a sloppy body shot
and Impaler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Biscuit looks for a takedown but Impaler sprawls well.
Biscuit throws a lazy right hand but Impaler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Biscuit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Biscuit gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Impaler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Impaler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Biscuit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Impaler misses with a looping left.
Impaler checks a low kick from Biscuit.
Biscuit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Impaler. That did some damage!
Impaler throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Biscuit throws a shot from downtown. Impaler moves away and avoids it.
Impaler slips a jab from Biscuit.
Biscuit closes the distance and clinches up with Impaler, looking for a takedown. Biscuit pushes Impaler against the cage but Impaler circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Schmorgen Biscuit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Biscuit slips under a jab from Impaler.
Biscuit throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Biscuit throws an off balance right hand
and Impaler counters with a nice uppercut.
Biscuit slips a jab from Impaler.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Biscuit misses with a takedown
and Impaler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Impaler jabs Biscuit to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Biscuit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Impaler.
Impaler looks to land a right hand but Biscuit moved out of range.
Biscuit takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Biscuit moves to clinch but Impaler breaks away
and Impaler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

Biscuit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Biscuit missing with knees to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Impaler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Biscuit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Still in the clinch, Impaler scores with a nice short uppercut.
Biscuit throws a punch but it's blocked by Impaler.

Biscuit turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Biscuit postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Impaler is looking to regain half guard here but Biscuit keeps moving and retains side control.
Biscuit working the body and head with strikes.
Biscuit throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Biscuit working the head with strikes.
Impaler struggling a bit here.
Check out the look on Biscuit's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Biscuit cracks Impaler with a big elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Biscuit misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Impaler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Biscuit wants to control but Impaler is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Impaler seems a little lost for a moment, as Biscuit dominates the positioning.
Impaler takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Biscuit in side control, throwing shots but Impaler defends.
Biscuit throws a strike aimed at the side of Impaler's head but Impaler avoids it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Biscuit is looking to take a break and control but Impaler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Biscuit lands a few punches from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Vladimir Impaler will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Biscuit shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Impaler as he avoids it easily.
Biscuit jabs at Impaler's body.
Schmorgen Biscuit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some bone on bone action there as Impaler checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Impaler's jab looks to have found its range, popping Biscuit under the eye.

Biscuit moves into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Impaler creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
With the fighters up against the cage, Biscuit throws an elbow but misses.

Impaler breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Biscuit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Impaler has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Biscuit misses with a right hand
and Impaler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Biscuit walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Biscuit misses with a takedown
and Impaler counters with a lovely shot to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jab by Impaler.
Impaler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Biscuit sees it coming and avoids it easily.

Biscuit has Impaler up against the cage in a clinch.
Biscuit is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Biscuit looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Schmorgen Biscuit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Impaler lands with a short punch from the clinch.

Schmorgen Biscuit's cut is getting worse.
Biscuit is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Impaler pulls him back up using the underhooks.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Biscuit has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Impaler after a bit of a struggle.
Biscuit tries to land a knee to the head but Impaler blocks with his arms.
Impaler has had enough of the clinch but Biscuit keeps him there for the moment.
Biscuit misses with some punches.
Schmorgen Biscuit has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Impaler lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Biscuit wants a takedown but no success here.
Biscuit tries to stall but Impaler uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Biscuit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Impaler.
Biscuit looking to throw knees to the head but Impaler is blocking nicely.
Biscuit tries for a takedown. No joy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Impaler is trying to break the clinch but Biscuit is controlling him.
Biscuit misses with a knee strike.
Still in the clinch, Impaler scores with a nice short uppercut.
Biscuit is looking to take this one to the mat.
Impaler lands with a short head shot on the inside.

Impaler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Biscuit doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Impaler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Biscuit is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Impaler's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Impaler works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.

Schmorgen Biscuit's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Biscuit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Impaler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Biscuit misses with a right hand
and Impaler counters with a lovely straight right hand!

Biscuit is rocked!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Crack! Impaler connects with the perfect overhand right and Biscuit falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Impaler!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vladimir Impaler!