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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Leszek Sobota (ranked 798 p4p, 107 weight class) and David McCarthy (ranked 2320 p4p, 287 weight class). McCarthy has chosen Chamillionaire - Ridin' ft. Krayzie Bone as his entrance music. David McCarthy acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Leszek Sobota!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
32 - 20 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, David McCarthy!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Cecil Peabody and Frank Dennis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McCarthy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sobota.
Nice sprawl there from Sobota as McCarthy shoots in.
Sobota swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCarthy drives through with a takedown into guard.
McCarthy scoring with punches to the head and body.
McCarthy drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and McCarthy jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
McCarthy throws a big elbow that misses.
Sobota has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
McCarthy drops back looking for a leg! Sobota is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sobota manages to kick McCarthy off! McCarthy jumps back into Sobota's guard.
McCarthy drops back looking for a leg! Sobota is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sobota manages to kick McCarthy off! McCarthy jumps back into Sobota's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy drops back looking for a leg! Sobota is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sobota manages to kick McCarthy off! McCarthy jumps back into Sobota's guard.
Sobota looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McCarthy 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.
Sobota is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sobota working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCarthy.
McCarthy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sobota keeping full guard, as McCarthy tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sobota wants to control position but McCarthy is using a can opener to pass guard... He's turned it into a full on guillotine from mount now! Big trouble for Sobota here! He's turning a lovely shade of purple and yep! He's tapping out! I would say world class Jiu Jitsu but is it really? It was nice but let's not get silly about it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). David McCarthy!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Full Time Panda (ranked 1737 p4p, 71 weight class) and Zeta Knox (ranked 1863 p4p, 74 weight class). Knox is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Five Finger Death Punch | Bad Company . Zeta Knox will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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290 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Full Time Panda!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Zeta Knox!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Alan Glass and Wesley Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Panda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Panda fails to land the takedown.
Knox swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Panda gets the takedown into side control.
Knox is trying to improve his position.
Knox struggling a bit here.
Panda working the ground and pound.
Panda is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Knox's shoulder. That is not cool.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panda cracks Knox with a big elbow.
Panda working away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Knox can do anything to dispel that myth.
Knox looks to move to half guard but instead Panda has passed into mount! Damn!
Knox is looking to improve his position but Panda isn't that keen on the idea.
Knox wants to control but Panda is having none of it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Panda raining down shots from the mount!
Knox really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Panda scoring with strikes but Knox is staying in there.
Panda lands a couple of good shots and Knox has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Knox can't escape the position.
Panda lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Knox.
Knox trying to control the hands but Panda breaks the grip.
What can Knox do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Panda gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Panda. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Knox can't escape the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Panda biding his time, controlling Knox.
Panda has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Panda misses with a punch to the head.
Knox tries to escape but Panda has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Panda has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Panda controls the position.
Panda struggling to land strikes to the head as Knox covers up.
Knox tries to escape the position.
Knox manages to reverse the position and now he's in Panda's guard. Nice work there by Knox.
Panda wants to sweep but no luck.
Knox postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Knox stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Panda swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Knox controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Panda wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Panda is trying to keep Knox in close.
Knox stopping the sweep attempt from Panda.
Panda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Panda trying to strike off his back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Knox trying to control but Panda is working from the bottom.
Knox not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Panda gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Knox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
It looks like Full Time Panda has been cut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Full Time Panda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Panda fails with the takedown
and Knox counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Knox leaves Panda with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've been informed that Knox has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Panda misses with a takedown attempt
and Knox counters with a nice right hand that sends Panda toppling to the canvas! Panda scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Knox finish him?!
Panda is rocked!
Knox lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Panda - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Knox!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zeta Knox!
A very excited looking Zeta Knox 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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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Mario Curran (ranked 1705 p4p, 178 weight class) and Shelby Foote (ranked 1261 p4p, 138 weight class). Curran comes to the cage accompanied by Shoshone Flag Song. 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.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Mario Curran!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
15 - 10 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Shelby Foote!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Alan Glass and Chris Downing.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Curran staying out of range there.
Foote throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Curran was covering up waiting for the punch and Foote finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Foote lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Foote wants to pass the guard but Curran is keeping the position.
Curran escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Foote gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Foote forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foote not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Curran makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Curran.
Curran has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Foote can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Foote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Curran escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Foote gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Foote throws a big right hand that misses.
Foote is working Curran over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Curran is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Foote moves into full guard.
Curran advances to half guard.
Curran is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Foote is just riding it out for now. Curran eventually gives up the hold.
Foote regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Curran is looking to advance position but Foote has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Curran is in a horrible position here. Foote smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Foote can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Curran is looking to escape.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Curran manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Foote is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Curran regains full guard. Nicely done.
Foote must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Curran looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Curran looking to hit a scissor sweep but Foote is one step ahead there.
Foote trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Foote passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Curran is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Foote off and has taken his back!
Curran lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Foote hold on?!
Curran seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Curran controlling well, preventing Foote from escaping the position.
Curran lands punches and elbows.
Curran keeps control of the position as Foote tries to break free.
Foote covers up after that shot from Curran.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Foote tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Foote takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
It looks like Shelby Foote has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Foote keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Foote keeps trying to improve his position.
Foote wants to hold on but Curran pushes him away.
Curran raining down hammerfists from mount.
Curran lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Curran controlling the pace for now.
Foote in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Foote is rocked!
Curran lands with some strikes.
Foote is still in real trouble! Can Curran finish him?
Foote really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Foote seems to have recovered his senses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Curran dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shelby Foote's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Curran scores with a jab to the jaw.
That has opened up Shelby Foote's cut even more.
Curran ducks under a wild hook from Foote.
Foote shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Curran eats them both and turns towards Foote to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Curran is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Foote.
Foote drives through with a takedown into Curran's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Foote is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Foote trying to control the position from guard on top but Curran is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Foote working his ground and pound in the gym.
Foote working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Curran's head.
Foote scoring with punches to the head and body.
Foote trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Curran manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Curran distracts Foote with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Foote looking for a sweep. Not yet Foote, not yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Foote keeping moving, preventing Curran from controlling successfully.
Foote is trying to control the position but Curran postures up.
Curran won't allow Foote to sweep him here.
Curran looking to pass the guard.
Curran with a flurry of punches that miss.
Foote is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Foote manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Curran manages to get himself to full guard.
Foote got a little sloppy there for a moment and Curran has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Foote has managed to get both his arms back between Curran's legs - danger averted.
Curran looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Foote throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Curran works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mario Curran overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Curran wants to sweep here but Foote controlling him for the moment.
Foote stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Curran swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Curran is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Foote is aware though and is defending well.
Curran looking to hit a scissor sweep but Foote is one step ahead there.
Curran is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Curran has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
The fighters are battling for position here. Foote manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Curran trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Foote wants to sweep but no luck.
Curran passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Curran is chipping away with strikes.
Foote manages to work his way to half guard, despite Curran's best efforts.
Foote tries to roll over but Curran keeps him under control.
Curran trying to mount his opponent but Foote defends it.
Curran is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Curran looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Curran looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Foote trying to control here.
Foote makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Foote.
Curran scoring with punches to the head and body.
Foote can't keep his opponent in guard - Curran advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Foote is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Curran's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Curran's back!
Foote punches Curran on the ear.
Foote is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Curran has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Curran rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shelby Foote will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Shelby Foote's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
Foote looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Foote moves into full mount! Curran won't be happy about that!
Curran is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Foote tries to control but Curran wriggling away.
Curran slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curran blocking the ground and pound attempt from Foote.
Curran wants to improve his position but Foote is controlling well.
Curran is working hard here to advance position.
Curran gets back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Foote postures up in Curran's guard and throws a big left but Curran blocks it.
Foote wants to control from the top but Curran keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Foote accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Curran has his foot on Foote's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Foote works his way back into a safe position though.
Curran is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Foote defends well.
Curran 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.
Foote pushes down on Curran's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Foote trying to pass the guard but Curran defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Foote looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Curran works his way to full guard. Good work.
Foote scoring with some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Foote's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Curran lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Curran lands a couple of elbows.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Curran trying to control the position from guard on top but Foote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Foote trying to keep a closed guard but Curran is proving a slippery customer.
Foote looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Foote controls Curran momentarily but Curran frees himself.
Curran advances to half guard.
Curran works his way into side control.
Foote wants to control but Curran postures up.
Foote is trying to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Foote sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Curran working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Curran is looking for a kimura here.
Curran drops an elbow to the side of Foote's head.
Foote looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Foote manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Foote seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Curran sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Foote's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mario Curran.
I think Curran has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Baby Boy Harris (ranked 1524 p4p, 207 weight class) and Jakub Chlapik (ranked 1162 p4p, 161 weight class). Chlapik has chosen PIPES AND PINTS / Criticized as his entrance music. Jakub Chlapik has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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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
26 - 26 - 0, fighting out of New York, Baby Boy Harris!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
16 - 16 - 0, fighting out of London, Jakub Chlapik!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Donk. Chlapik catches Harris right on the button with a cross.
Chlapik looks to throw a body kick
and Harris counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Harris misses with the combination.
Harris throws the left hand but Chlapik avoids the punch easily.
Chlapik throws a head kick that Harris semi-blocks.
Chlapik misses with a head kick.
Harris misses with a head kick.
Chlapik misses with an uppercut. Harris saw that one coming.
Chlapik throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Harris throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Harris swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chlapik cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Harris tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Harris fails with an attempt to clinch.
Harris throws a head kick that misses
and Chlapik counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chlapik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Harris counters with a stiff right hand.
Harris defending well as Chlapik loads up on a big left hand.
Harris uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chlapik.
Harris throwing a counter right hand but Chlapik manages to avoid it.
Chlapik moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A head kick misses from Harris.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Chlapik slips a straight right by Harris.
Chlapik throws a jab when Harris was well out of range.
Chlapik lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Chlapik throws the left hand but Harris avoids the punch easily.
Chlapik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Harris is looking to counter punch.
Chlapik misses with a series of wild punches.
Harris throws a leg kick which misses Chlapik's front leg but catches the back leg as Chlapik tries to avoid it.
Chlapik scores with a jab to the body.
Harris looks to land a left hand but Chlapik moved out of range nicely.
Chlapik paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Harris throws an overhand right that lands on Chlapik's shoulder, as Chlapik tries to avoid the shot.
Harris uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Harris throws out a loose jab but Chlapik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harris blocks a head kick by Chlapik.
A head kick by Harris misses
letting Chlapik counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice defenses there by Harris.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Harris pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chlapik avoids a punch combination nicely.
Chlapik misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Harris misses the target.
Harris throws a series of punches but Chlapik avoids them all with ease.
Chlapik lands a two punch combo.
Harris throws a series of punches but Chlapik moves out of range.
Chlapik lands with an uppercut that bounces Harris off the cage and back into range.
Harris is rocked!
Harris throws a body kick that misses.
Oh Harris is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head kick misses from Harris.
Harris misses with a body punch
and Chlapik counters with a straight right hand.
Chlapik lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Harris falls backwards - clearly groggy! Chlapik dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jakub Chlapik!
An out of breath Jakub Chlapik thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ivan Dorn (ranked 2500 p4p, 274 weight class) and Roman Sionis (ranked 2319 p4p, 261 weight class). Dorn comes into the arena with Hero blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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260 lbs
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243 lbs
45 - 19 - 1 |
BJJ Brown Belt
Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
19 - 10 - 0, fighting out of New York, Ivan Dorn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
45 - 19 - 1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Roman Sionis!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dorn missing with a left hand there. Sionis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sionis moves in looking to clinch but Dorn pushes him off.
Sionis tries to keep at a distance but Dorn has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dorn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ivan Dorn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sionis tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dorn sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sionis somewhat.
An inside leg kick from Dorn misses.
Dorn misses with an uppercut.
Sionis shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dorn napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dorn is trying to improve his position.
Dorn manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dorn is trying to control but can't.
Dorn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dorn trying to control but Sionis postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dorn looking for submissions off his back.
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. Sionis connects with a nice short shot to Dorn's temple.
Sionis looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Sionis slips a nice elbow through Dorn's hands, connecting with Dorn's forehead.
Sionis tries to pass to full mount but Dorn defends it.
Sionis winds up and cracks Dorn with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dorn is staying active underneath Sionis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dorn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dorn tries to roll over but Sionis keeps him under control.
Sionis lands with a punch from half guard.
Dorn is trying to maintain the position but Sionis is very close to passing his half guard.
Dorn manages to get to full guard.
Dorn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sionis defends it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sionis accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sionis chips away with some ground and pound.
Sionis throwing strikes from guard but Dorn blocks nicely.
Dorn 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.
Dorn seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dorn escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sionis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sionis is posturing up here but Dorn has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Sionis tries to roll out but it's too tight and Sionis has to tap! Slick submission there by Dorn!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ivan Dorn!
An out of breath Ivan Dorn thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Miro Bang (ranked 1434 p4p, 184 weight class) and Lennart Lennartsson (ranked 1734 p4p, 214 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Lennartsson's choice of entrance music: Runaway Baby - Bruno Mars. Miro Bang is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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222 lbs
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250 lbs
15 - 14 - 0 |
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World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
30 - 25 - 0, fighting out of London, Miro Bang!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
15 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Lennart Lennartsson!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bang moves into range and clinches up with Lennartsson.
Bang is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lennartsson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Lennartsson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lennartsson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bang can pounce on him.
Bang darts in looking for a takedown but Lennartsson gets double underhooks and turns Bang into the cage.
Bang darts in looking for a takedown but Lennartsson gets double underhooks and turns Bang into the cage.
Lennartsson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Miro Bang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bang looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lennartsson is fending him off so far but Bang persists. Nope, Lennartsson circles away and we're back to standing.
Bang tries for a takedown but Lennartsson circles away easily
and Lennartsson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang misses with a takedown attempt
letting Lennartsson counter with a right hand.
It looks like Miro Bang has been cut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bang fails with the takedown
and Lennartsson counters with a nice right hand that sends Bang toppling to the canvas! Bang scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Lennartsson finish him?!
Bang is rocked!
Bang misses with a takedown
and Lennartsson counters with a series of strikes that practically lifts Bang off his feet! He tumbles backwards, his head bouncing off the mat - Lennartsson follows up with more strikes before the ref can step in but Bang was out before he hit the floor.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Lennart Lennartsson!
During a confident post fight interview, Lennart Lennartsson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Chinggis Khaan (ranked 2187 p4p, 308 weight class) and David Williams (ranked 1217 p4p, 187 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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212 lbs
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214 lbs
5 - 2 - 0 |
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Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
15 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Chinggis Khaan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, David Williams!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, George Francis and Cecil Peabody.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Khaan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Williams moves away.
Williams moves out of range of the strikes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Williams tries for a takedown but Khaan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Khaan throws a predictable looking body shot
and Williams counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Khaan manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Williams keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Khaan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Khaan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the liver by Khaan. Beautiful body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Williams shoots in for a takedown but Khaan shows good takedown defense.
Williams has a takedown stuffed.
Chinggis Khaan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David Williams.
Khaan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Khaan.
Williams misses with a takedown attempt - Khaan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Khaan scores with a hook.
Williams avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice defenses there by Williams.
Khaan lands a body shot.
Khaan lands a slapping body shot.
Williams clinches with his opponent.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Williams tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Khaan avoids it.
Khaan breaks from the clinch.
Williams takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Khaan gets caught napping as Williams dives in and scores a takedown. Khaan manages to retain guard.
Khaan is looking to stand up but Williams isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Khaan has his feet on Williams's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Williams misses with a takedown attempt - Khaan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Williams closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Khaan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Williams ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Khaan misses with an uppercut. Williams saw that one coming.
Williams shoots in but no luck this time.
Williams shoots in but Khaan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Williams takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Khaan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Khaan throws a head kick but Williams moves out of range.
Williams tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Williams shoots in for a double leg but Khaan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Williams shoots in but no luck this time.
Khaan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A jab-cross combination lands for Khaan and sends Williams crashing to the mat! Khaan follows him down to the mat - Williams regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet!
Williams is rocked!
Khaan works his way into side control.
Williams is still in real trouble! Can Khaan finish him?
Williams tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Khaan cracks Williams with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Williams stops Khaan from passing to mount.
Williams is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Khaan works his foot free and advances to mount.
Khaan unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Williams wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Khaan celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chinggis Khaan!
A less than humble Chinggis Khaan misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Azar Qasi (ranked 1114 p4p, 138 weight class) and Harry Entei (ranked 1540 p4p, 182 weight class). Qasi kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is For Whom The Bell Tolls. Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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36
166 lbs
32 - 15 - 1 |
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25
155 lbs
17 - 15 - 2 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
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World class MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
32 - 15 - 1, fighting out of New York, Azar Qasi!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 15 - 2, fighting out of Los Angeles, Harry Entei!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Chris Downing and Alan Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Qasi is defended easily by Entei.
Qasi backing away here, and Entei unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Qasi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Entei misses with a looping right.
Entei fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Qasi lands a jab-cross combination.
It looks like Harry Entei has been cut.
Qasi throws a series of punches but Entei avoids them all with ease.
Entei has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A thudding body kick lands there by Entei!
Qasi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Qasi throws a big shot that misses.
Despite the aggression on Entei's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Entei takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Qasi throws a body punch but Entei moves out of range.
Qasi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Entei. Entei obviously looking to wear him down.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Entei throws a head kick but Qasi moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Qasi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Qasi misses with a wild body shot.
Entei lands a nice hook to Qasi's body. Qasi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Entei ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Qasi takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Qasi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Entei has time to react.
Qasi throws a leg kick which misses Entei's front leg but catches the back leg as Entei tries to avoid it.
Nice body kick from Qasi.
Entei slips under a jab.
A cross from Entei lands.
Entei avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Qasi throws an off balance right hand
and Entei counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Entei throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Qasi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Qasi slips a straight right by Entei.
Entei throws a leg kick but Qasi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Entei moves away from the strike by Qasi.
Entei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Qasi.
Entei throws a counter combo.
Qasi throws a half hearted mid kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Entei! But no joy.
Azar Qasi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Qasi fails with the takedown
letting Entei counter with a right hand.
Qasi misses with a lunging right hand
and Qasi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Qasi misses the shot to the body.
Entei has Qasi up against the cage in a clinch.
Entei misses with some punches.
Entei misses with a hook to the ribs.
Entei misses with a body punch.
Qasi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Qasi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Qasi loads up on a big right hand but Entei slips the punch.
Qasi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Qasi thumps Entei with a low kick.
Entei takes one to the chin there.
Entei tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Qasi tries to land a leg kick but Entei saw it coming and moves away.
Qasi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Entei defends well and Qasi ends up having to push Entei into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Entei is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Qasi with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Azar Qasi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Qasi tests Entei's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Qasi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Entei connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Qasi scrambles back to his feet.
Entei lands with a slapping head kick.
Entei steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Qasi. That one must have hurt.
An inside leg kick from Entei misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Qasi blocks a head kick by Entei.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Entei doesn't manage to clinch there - Qasi circles away.
Qasi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Qasi takes a swing at Entei's ribcage but misses.
Qasi looks to land a body kick but Entei moved away.
Entei avoids the body shot from Qasi.
Entei lands with a cross.
Entei throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Entei lands a slapping body shot.
Entei lands with a kick to the temple. Qasi shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Qasi just misses with a punch to the body.
Entei ducks under a wild hook from Qasi.
A little jabbing left from Entei on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Qasi scores with a nice head shot.
Entei throws a sloppy head kick and Qasi moves out of range easily.
Qasi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Harry Entei will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Harry Entei's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Entei throws a head kick that misses.
Qasi fakes the leg kick and cracks Entei in the body.
Qasi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Qasi shoots in for a takedown but Entei shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Harry Entei seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick misses from Entei.
Qasi throws a looping overhand right but Entei ducks down to avoid it.
Qasi lands with an uppercut that bounces Entei off the cage and back into range.
Entei misses with a shot to the body
and Qasi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Qasi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Entei throws a shot from downtown. Qasi moves away and avoids it.
Entei throws a sloppy head kick and Qasi moves out of range easily.
Entei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Qasi.
That kick from Qasi tenderised Entei's leg. Entei is trying to keep his angry face on.
Qasi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Qasi throws a lazy uppercut
and Entei counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Qasi lands a nice shot to the body.
Entei uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Qasi.
Qasi connects with the punch.
Harry Entei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Entei tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Qasi shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Entei tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Qasi manages to move to mount!
Entei gets back to half guard.
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!
Entei tries to kick Qasi off but Qasi keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Entei trying to control here.
Entei is controlling Qasi's trapped leg to prevent Qasi from advancing to side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Entei moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Qasi preventing the sweep.
Entei wants to get back to his feet but Qasi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Qasi tries to free his leg and advance position but Entei is retaining full guard.
Entei looking for a sweep. Not yet Entei, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Qasi stops Entei from standing up.
Qasi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Entei is keeping the position for now.
Qasi's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Entei trying to control the position here.
Entei looking to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Entei wants to get back to his feet but Qasi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Entei uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Entei keeps Qasi at a distance using the push kick.
Entei misses with a straight right.
Qasi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Qasi lands with a good body shot.
Qasi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Entei.
Qasi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Qasi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Qasi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Entei swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Qasi just misses with a punch to the body.
Qasi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Entei counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Qasi throws a looping overhand right but Entei ducks down to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Qasi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Entei's corner calls for a 1-2. Entei obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Entei throws a nice inside leg kick.
Qasi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Entei counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Qasi is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Entei showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Qasi.
Entei flicks out a counter leg kick but Qasi steps away.
Qasi looking to score a takedown here. Entei is defending well but Qasi drives through and ends up in Entei's guard.
Qasi won't allow Entei to sweep him here.
Entei has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Qasi is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Qasi tries to work over Entei's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Harry Entei will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Harry Entei's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
Qasi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Entei shapes to counter with a head kick.
Qasi misses with an uppercut
and Entei counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Entei delivers a nice body kick.
Qasi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Entei counters with a nice body shot.
Qasi moves out of range as Entei throws a body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Qasi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Qasi is defended easily by Entei.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Entei throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Qasi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Entei tries a low kick but Qasi avoids it.
Qasi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice defenses there by Entei.
Entei takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Qasi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Qasi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Entei tries to avoid it but Qasi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Entei to the ground. Entei escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Entei now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Qasi blocks the body kick.
Qasi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Entei's guard.
Qasi looking to pass the guard.
Entei wants to stand but Qasi is controlling the position.
Qasi trying to control but Entei is working from the bottom.
Azar Qasi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Qasi is pushing down on Entei's leg trying to pass to half guard. Entei is fighting to maintain full guard but Qasi has managed to sneak the leg through.
Entei won't allow Qasi to pass to mount.
Entei pushes Qasi off looking to stand but Qasi dives back in and keeps control.
Entei tries to get to full guard but Qasi has control of the leg.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Qasi stops Entei from getting back to his feet.
Qasi stalling.
Entei is refusing to be controlled, as Qasi sits in half guard.
Entei desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Qasi wants to pass the guard but Entei is defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Entei looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Qasi misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Entei misses.
Qasi wants to slow Entei down by chopping away at his legs.
Entei is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Qasi with a body shot.
Qasi misses with a wild body shot.
Entei cracks the inside of Qasi's front leg.
Entei slips under a jab from Qasi.
Entei swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Entei moves in looking to clinch but Qasi pushes him off.
Qasi scores with a push kick.
Entei throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Qasi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Entei ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Qasi.
Qasi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Entei swings for the body but Qasi moves out of range.
Entei misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Entei lands a nice looking kick to the body. Qasi takes a step back to recover.
Harry Entei is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Entei throws a sloppy head kick and Qasi moves out of range easily.
Qasi wants to slow Entei down by chopping away at his legs.
Entei lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Entei keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Qasi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Entei.
Entei throws a fast counter high kick but Qasi manages to duck under it in time.
Qasi throws a sloppy head kick and Entei moves out of range easily.
Qasi looks to land a combination but Entei avoids it well.
Qasi sets himself, and Entei steps forward looking for the clinch! Qasi avoids it this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Azar Qasi.
I think Entei 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Harry Entei!
In his post fight interview, Harry Entei started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Brian Clough (ranked 906 p4p, 32 weight class) and Mr Sandman (ranked 598 p4p, 19 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Sandman's choice of entrance music: Enter Sandman. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Brian Clough!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 6 - 0, fighting out of London, Mr Sandman!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Stewart Dunkirk and Robert Twigg.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sandman clinches.
Clough lands with a left to the head.
Sandman goes for a takedown attempt but Clough pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Sandman tries to keep at a distance but Clough has taken the fight into the clinch.
Clough digs a right hand underneath Sandman's ribcage. Sandman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Clough lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Sandman prevents a body shot from Clough.
Clough misses with a hook to the ribs.
Clough gets underhooks to prevent Sandman's takedown attempt.
Clough tries to throw a body punch but Sandman avoids it by throwing Clough back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clough misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sandman prevents a body shot from Clough.
Sandman blocking some punches.
Sandman prevents a body shot from Clough.
Clough tries to throw a body punch but Sandman avoids it by throwing Clough back against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Still in the clinch, Clough scores with a nice short uppercut.
Clough throws a head punch that misses.
Clough is working Sandman over against the cage.
Sandman blocking some punches.
Sandman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Clough fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Clough looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Brian Clough has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Sandman.
Clough gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Clough lands with a light punch inside.
Sandman can't find room to land a body shot as Clough controls the action.
Clough can't find room to land a body shot as Sandman controls the action.
Clough lands an uppercut.
Clough digs a right hand into Sandman's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sandman's gas tank.
Sandman looks winded!
Clough misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Clough gets through Sandman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Clough misses with a punch on the inside.
Clough lands with a short shot to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Clough tries to work over Sandman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Clough lands a hook that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Clough tries to throw a body punch but Sandman avoids it by throwing Clough back against the cage.
Clough digs a right hand underneath Sandman's ribcage. Sandman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Clough lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Clough swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Clough misses with a hook to the ribs.
Clough scores with a hook to the body.
Clough scores with a shoulder strike.
Sandman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch on the inside from Clough fails to land.
Clough misses with a hook to the ribs.
Clough pushes Sandman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Clough lands a hook that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Clough lands with a light punch inside.
Clough doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Clough misses with a punch to the body.
Clough lands with a short shot to the head.
Clough tries to work over Sandman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Clough lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Clough misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Clough.
Clough lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Clough lands a shoulder strike.
Sandman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Clough after a bit of a struggle.
Clough swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Clough scores with a shot to the side of Sandman's head.
Clough lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Clough lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A shot in the inside from Clough.
Clough lands a nice uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Clough swings wildly with an uppercut but Sandman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Clough has a couple of punches blocked by Sandman.
Clough works on Sandman's body with a couple of short punches.
Clough lands a shoulder strike.
Clough lands a body punch.
Clough struggles to land a body shot inside as Sandman controls his hands.
Clough lands a nice shot to the body.
Clough scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sandman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Clough is working Sandman over against the cage.
Clough scores with a shoulder strike.
Clough lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Clough misses with a punch to the body.
Clough can't find room to land a body shot as Sandman controls the action.
Clough lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Clough lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Clough dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Clough closes the distance and clinches.
Clough lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sandman is working for takedown but Clough is calmly controlling the position for now.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A left hand lands to the body for Clough.
Clough tries to work over Sandman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Clough - that landed with a thud.
A short uppercut from Clough.
A nice left hand lands by Clough.
Clough lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nice body punch from Clough.
Clough misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Clough - that landed with a thud.
Clough lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sandman or not.
Clough tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sandman's elbow.
Sandman is breathing heavily.
Clough working aggressively here.
Clough misses with a punch to the body.
Clough struggles to land a body shot inside as Sandman controls his hands.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Clough tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Clough.
Clough working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sandman blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Clough.
Clough lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Clough tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Clough.
Clough lands a body shot in the clinch.
Clough throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Clough.
Clough lands a shot to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Clough.
Clough tries to work over Sandman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sandman blocks an uppercut.
Clough throws a head punch that misses.
Clough is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sandman can do to turn this around?
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sandman wants to take the fight to the mat but Clough manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Clough tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Clough lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Clough working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Clough tries to throw a body punch but Sandman avoids it by throwing Clough back against the cage.
Clough lands a shoulder strike.
Clough lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sandman.
Clough lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Clough.
A left hand lands to the body for Clough.
Clough scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Clough.
Clough lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Clough throws a head punch that misses.
Clough misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Clough.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Clough presses Sandman against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Clough misses with a punch to the body.
Sandman is trying to trip Clough. He has hold of a leg but Clough is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Sandman persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Clough manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Clough as the two fighters clinch.
Sandman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Brian Clough has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sandman.
Clough misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sandman blocks a body shot from Clough.
A right handed body shot lands from Clough.
Clough lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Clough lands a body shot in the clinch.
Clough lands a nice uppercut.
Clough tries to work over Sandman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Clough misses with a body punch.
Clough tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Clough makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sandman tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Clough smiles and moves away.
Brian Clough has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Sandman.
Clough moves into the clinch successfully.
Clough tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sandman's elbow.
Clough softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Clough struggles to land a body shot inside as Sandman controls his hands.
Clough throws a head punch that misses.
Clough stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sandman blocks a body shot from Clough.
Clough is working Sandman over against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Clough as the two fighters clinch.
Sandman prevents a body shot from Clough.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Clough dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Clough has closed the distance and engaged Sandman in a clinch.
Clough tries a body shot but Sandman blocks it.
Clough misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Clough misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Clough lands with a short shot to the head.
Sandman drops down looking for an ankle pick but Clough pulls his leg out and moves away.
Clough darts in trying to clinch
and Sandman counters with a series of strikes. Clough will be more careful next time no doubt.
Brian Clough seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clough struggles to land a body shot inside as Sandman controls his hands.
Clough works on Sandman's body with a couple of short punches.
Clough misses with a body punch.
Sandman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sandman prevents a body shot from Clough.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sandman blocks a body shot from Clough.
Clough misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Clough lands with a short shot to the head.
Sandman prevents a body shot from Clough.
Clough lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Clough throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Clough lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sandman or not.
Clough throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sandman takes a shot to the head.
Clough misses with a hook from the clinch.
Clough misses with the head strike.
Clough misses with the head strike.
Sandman working hard to break the clinch.
Sandman blocking some punches.
Clough lands a hook to the side of the head.
Clough lands a hook that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A right hand to the body from Clough.
Clough lands a shot to the body.
Clough lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sandman blocks a body shot from Clough.
Clough misses with the head strike.
Clough is leaning against Sandman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A body shot lands from Clough.
Clough misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Clough.
Sandman prevents a body shot from Clough.
Clough misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Clough scores with a nice short uppercut.
A hook to the body from Clough.
Clough throws a head punch that misses.
Sandman is trying to stall.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Clough tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sandman's elbow.
Clough lands a shot to the body.
Clough lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Clough digs a right hand into Sandman's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sandman's gas tank.
Clough misses with a body punch.
Clough swings wildly with an uppercut but Sandman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Clough working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Clough swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Clough swings wildly with an uppercut but Sandman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Clough digs a right hand underneath Sandman's ribcage. Sandman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Brian Clough is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Clough lands a body punch in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Clough creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Clough swings wildly with an uppercut but Sandman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Clough lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Clough.
A head punch on the inside from Sandman fails to land.
Clough tries a body shot but Sandman blocks it.
Sandman blocks an uppercut.
Clough lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Clough misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mr Sandman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Clough.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brian Clough showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Clough, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:24
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:24
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brian Clough!
In his post fight interview, Brian Clough started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Mr Sandman spoke after the fight, saying '267 853 7537'.
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Main event
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Antonio Mauricio DeSilva (ranked 270 p4p, 36 weight class) and Franky Page (ranked 228 p4p, 28 weight class). Antonio Mauricio DeSilva has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Antonio Mauricio DeSilva!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
16 - 9 - 1, fighting out of London, Franky Page!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Frank Dennis and Daniel Franklin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DeSilva cracks Page with a good jab.
Nice jab there from DeSilva.
A slapping leg kick lands for DeSilva.
DeSilva loads up on a big right hand but Page slips the punch.
DeSilva takes a swing at Page's ribcage but misses.
DeSilva pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Page scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
DeSilva tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Page uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
DeSilva looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
DeSilva tries a low kick but Page avoids it.
Page fails with a takedown attempt.
DeSilva misses the shot to the body.
Page shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches DeSilva napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Page trying to control the position but DeSilva is working away.
Page lands some shots froms side control.
DeSilva managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Page.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Page fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Page throws a strike aimed at the side of DeSilva's head but DeSilva avoids it well.
Page throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Page lands a nice forearm strike.
DeSilva manages to get back to half guard.
DeSilva tries to roll over but Page keeps him under control.
DeSilva keeping hold of Page's head, controlling as best he can.
Page looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Page is trying to control the action in half guard but DeSilva is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Page throwing shots but DeSilva is blocking nicely.
Nice strikes from Page there.
Page sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. DeSilva defending well though.
Page looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks DeSilva with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
DeSilva wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nice strikes from Page there.
Page prevents DeSilva from improving his position.
DeSilva taking some punishment here, with Page in his half guard.
Page is looking for a kimura but DeSilva is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Page to get the leverage.
Page thows a huge punch but DeSilva dodges it nicely.
My spies in Grind Time Elite (($800)) inform me that Page has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
DeSilva is trying to get back to full guard.
DeSilva is trying to stand up here but Page is controlling him well.
Page lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Page prevents DeSilva from standing back up.
DeSilva keeping control of the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Page is looking to take a break and control but DeSilva is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Page is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
DeSilva gets back to full guard.
DeSilva controlling Page's posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Page accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
DeSilva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Page is one step ahead there.
DeSilva working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Page.
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.
DeSilva preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DeSilva working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Page.
Page postures up and lands a big shot to DeSilva's brow.
Page tries to free his leg and advance position but DeSilva is retaining full guard.
DeSilva is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
DeSilva keeping moving, preventing Page from controlling successfully.
DeSilva keeping full guard, as Page tries to pass.
Page trying to control but DeSilva is working from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Page pushes down on DeSilva's leg and manages to get into half guard.
DeSilva is controlling Page's trapped leg to prevent Page from advancing to side control.
DeSilva wants to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franky Page dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Page throws a body punch but DeSilva moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for DeSilva. That snapped Page's head back.
Page misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
DeSilva lands a high kick!
Page lands a lovely overhand right.
DeSilva throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice sprawl there from DeSilva as Page shoots in.
DeSilva closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
DeSilva misses with a low kick.
Page lunges at DeSilva with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by DeSilva's hand.
Page throws a body punch but DeSilva moves out of range.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva is winning the standup battle so far.
The fighters circling - Page throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A big left from DeSilva misses.
DeSilva gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSilva looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Franky Page has got the better of the ground game so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now DeSilva is on top in guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
DeSilva pushes down on Page's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Page tries to get to full guard but DeSilva has control of the leg.
DeSilva sitting and controlling from the half guard.
DeSilva passes to side control.
DeSilva trying to control the position but Page is working away.
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.
Page is letting DeSilva control him for a moment.
Page is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeSilva content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
DeSilva wants to stand but Page is controlling his arm.
Page is looking for a sweep.
Page is trying to control DeSilva's posture but DeSilva avoids it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
DeSilva tries to move into full mount but can't pass Page's legs.
Page can't do much from the bottom here.
DeSilva controlling the position.
DeSilva in the domination position with Page hanging on.
Page has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
DeSilva decides to stand up, so the ref orders Page to his feet.
DeSilva circles away from the clinch attempt.
DeSilva clinches.
Page misses with the head strike.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
DeSilva struggles to land a body shot inside as Page controls his hands.
DeSilva tries to throw a body punch but Page avoids it by throwing DeSilva back against the cage.
Page misses with the head strike.
Page scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Page tries to throw a body punch but DeSilva avoids it by throwing Page back against the cage.
Page prevents a body shot from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeSilva tries to throw a body punch but Page avoids it by throwing DeSilva back against the cage.
Page prevents a body shot from DeSilva.
Page swings wildly with an uppercut but DeSilva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Page blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeSilva.
A head punch on the inside from DeSilva fails to land.
DeSilva gets through Page's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Page is working for takedown but DeSilva is calmly controlling the position for now.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Franky Page.
DeSilva prevents a body shot from Page.
DeSilva prevents a body shot from Page.
DeSilva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Page backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeSilva goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeSilva works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Page working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva dominated that second round.
That's time! DeSilva's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Page slips a straight right by DeSilva.
Page is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
DeSilva lands a head kick. Page smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
DeSilva seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
DeSilva takes a jab right on the kisser.
Page shoots in but DeSilva avoids the takedown attempt easily.
It looked like DeSilva wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
DeSilva fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Page manages to avoid it.
Page tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DeSilva keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeSilva moves into the clinch.
DeSilva looking to stall.
Page is working for takedown but DeSilva is calmly controlling the position for now.
Page tightens his grip and picks DeSilva up, before dumping him to the ground. DeSilva manages to land in guard.
DeSilva trying to control the position here.
Page missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
DeSilva 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.
DeSilva working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Page.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Page cracks DeSilva with a solid left hand.
DeSilva lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
DeSilva trying to control but Page is working from the bottom.
DeSilva has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Page looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Page working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. DeSilva doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. DeSilva manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Page looking to control.
DeSilva 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.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Page looking to hit a scissor sweep but DeSilva is one step ahead there.
Page looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
DeSilva seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Page pulls DeSilva in close to prevent any damage.
Page escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. DeSilva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Page looking for a sweep. Not yet Page, not yet.
DeSilva has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Page is proving hard to escape from.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Page tries to clinch up.
DeSilva is looking to counter punch.
Page fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but DeSilva avoids it really well and circles away.
DeSilva is looking to counter punch.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Franky Page.
DeSilva is looking to slow Page down with leg kicks.
DeSilva swings away with a leg kick that misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Page.
DeSilva moves into range and connects with a jab.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
DeSilva thows a left - swing and a miss!
Page swings for the body but DeSilva moves out of range.
DeSilva forces Page back against the cage and clinches.
DeSilva prevents a body shot from Page.
Page misses with a body punch.
DeSilva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Page backwards.
A short left from DeSilva.
Page goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeSilva has a couple of punches blocked by Page.
DeSilva tries a body shot but Page blocks it.
Page is leaning against DeSilva and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Page.
DeSilva misses with a punch on the inside.
Page is working DeSilva over against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSilva misses with a body punch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Page misses with a punch to the body.
DeSilva tries to work over Page's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Page.
Page cracks DeSilva with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Page drops to a knee looking for a takedown but DeSilva gets the underhooks and prevents it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
DeSilva moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
DeSilva connects with a good right hand that stumbles Page. Page circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Page cracks a nice hook into DeSilva's ribs.
Page dives in and scores a takedown into DeSilva's guard.
Page landing with the ground and pound.
DeSilva is controlling Page's posture.
Page trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Page in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Page keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of DeSilva's head.
DeSilva keeping moving, preventing Page from controlling successfully.
Page chips away with some ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Page is looking to work some ground and pound but DeSilva has wrist control.
DeSilva preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DeSilva trying to keep a closed guard but Page is proving a slippery customer.
Page scoring with some ground and pound.
Page with a flurry of punches that miss.
Page lands a couple of digs.
Page working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of DeSilva's head.
DeSilva is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Page is controlling him.
Page scoring with some ground and pound.
DeSilva not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Page stops DeSilva from standing up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Page chips away with some ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Page throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeSilva works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
DeSilva trying to keep a closed guard but Page is proving a slippery customer.
Page throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeSilva works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Page closes this distance looking for a takedown but DeSilva circles away.
Page has taken the fight to the clinch.
DeSilva lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short uppercut from Page.
Page misses with a punch to the body.
Page tries for a takedown but DeSilva manages to get underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeSilva.
DeSilva is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
DeSilva lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
DeSilva doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeSilva throws a head punch that misses.
Page prevents a body shot from DeSilva.
Page prevents a body shot from DeSilva.
Page drops down looking for an ankle pick but DeSilva pulls his leg out and moves away.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Franky Page.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Page forces DeSilva back against the cage and clinches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Page.
Nice body punch from DeSilva.
Page goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeSilva lands a left hand.
Page lands a body punch.
Page is looking to take this one to the mat.
Page is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
DeSilva can't find room to land a body shot as Page controls the action.
DeSilva works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
DeSilva prevents the takedown attempt.
DeSilva working some nice short punches in the clinch.
DeSilva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Page backwards.
Page has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. DeSilva is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
DeSilva swings wildly with an uppercut but Page uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeSilva.
DeSilva is leaning against Page and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A nice left hand lands by DeSilva.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
It looks like Franky Page has been cut.
Page's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
DeSilva lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Page is rocked!
DeSilva misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Page is still on wobbly legs! Can DeSilva finish him?
DeSilva's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Page seems to have recovered his senses.
DeSilva misses with a body kick.
Page feints the counter takedown.
Page throws a hook to the side of DeSilva's head but DeSilva sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
DeSilva lands a really nice looking cross but Page seems unphased.
Page gets tackled into the cage by DeSilva. DeSilva maintains the clinch.
Page turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
DeSilva tries to bench press Page off him but Page keeps the position.
DeSilva can't do much from the bottom here.
Page postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Antonio Mauricio DeSilva will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Franky Page's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
Page misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeSilva.
DeSilva throws a body shot but no joy.
DeSilva throws out a loose jab but Page uses good head movement to avoid it.
Page fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeSilva manages to avoid it.
Page will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Page misses with a hook. DeSilva ducked under it nicely.
DeSilva misses with a body shot.
DeSilva displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Page.
Page lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Page lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Page avoids a kick to the body.
DeSilva throws a leg kick but Page sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Page fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Franky Page.
That's one minute gone in the round.
DeSilva pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Page blocks a jab.
DeSilva fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Page has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts DeSilva, as that shot connected.
DeSilva gets caught napping as Page dives in and scores a takedown. DeSilva manages to retain guard.
DeSilva manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Page misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeSilva.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Page tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DeSilva's elbow.
DeSilva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Page doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeSilva lands with a short shot to the head.
Page pushes DeSilva back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
DeSilva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Page backwards.
DeSilva prevents a body shot from Page.
DeSilva lands a body shot.
Page is looking for a takedown.
Page lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Page misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeSilva.
Page is trying to drag DeSilva to the mat but DeSilva just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Page is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Page misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeSilva is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Page stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Page scores with a hook to the body.
Page scores with a shoulder strike.
DeSilva stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
DeSilva misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSilva is trying to stall.
DeSilva wants to stall.
DeSilva is looking to break free of the clinch but Page has double underhooks.
DeSilva can't find room to land a body shot as Page controls the action.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Page fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Page lands a right hand.
DeSilva doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Page misses with a short punch on the inside.
Page is trying to work for a single leg takedown but DeSilva pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeSilva.
Page has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. DeSilva is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
DeSilva scores with a nice hook to the head.
DeSilva lands a body punch.
DeSilva prevents a takedown attempt there.
Page prevents a body shot from DeSilva.
Page throws a punch but it's blocked by DeSilva.
DeSilva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Page backwards.
DeSilva working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
DeSilva lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Page or not.
Franky Page has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DeSilva digs a right hand underneath Page's ribcage. Page let out a lung full of air as it connected.
DeSilva working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
DeSilva lands a left hand that snaps the head of Page backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from DeSilva.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nice body punch from DeSilva.
Page blocks a body shot from DeSilva.
Page misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by DeSilva.
DeSilva misses with some punches.
A short left from Page.
Page wants to take the fight to the mat but DeSilva manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
DeSilva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Page's elbow.
DeSilva lands with a short head shot on the inside.
DeSilva lands with a light punch inside.
A short right from DeSilva on the inside.
DeSilva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Page backwards.
Page struggles to land a body shot inside as DeSilva controls his hands.
Page tries to throw a body punch but DeSilva avoids it by throwing Page back against the cage.
DeSilva lands a body punch.
DeSilva lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Good body shot from DeSilva.
DeSilva tries a body shot but Page blocks it.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Page wants a takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva showed his dominance in that final round.
I think DeSilva has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 49:46
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 49:46
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Antonio Mauricio DeSilva!
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva retains his light heavyweight title!
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