Mid Week Mashup 2 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between John Hogan (ranked 4794 p4p, 395 weight class) and Kyle Lane (ranked 4431 p4p, 383 weight class). Hogan comes to the cage accompanied by In The End - Linkin Park. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Kyle Lane was going to win. Let's see if he was right.

Hogan
vs
Lane

178 cm
23
150 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

183 cm
25
155 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Good chin

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Good gas tank

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 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, John Hogan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Kyle Lane!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Radbod Blank and Wagner Zegers.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hogan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lane swivels and escapes.

Lane shoots in and bounces Hogan off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Hogan has his foot on Lane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lane works his way back into a safe position though.
Lane postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lane tries to free his leg and advance position but Hogan is retaining full guard.
Lane stands up over Hogan, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lane must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

Hogan is looking for a triangle but Lane pushes his legs off easily.

Hogan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lane is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lane content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.

Hogan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lane gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lane working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hogan's head.
Lane postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lane postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lane scoring with punches to the head and body.

Hogan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lane defends it easily.
Lane trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hogan manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!

Hogan wants to control from the top but Lane keeps moving.
Lane is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hogan preventing the sweep.
Lane is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hogan wants to control from the top but Lane keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lane 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.
Lane has Hogan pulled in close to control his posture.
Lane wants to sweep but no luck.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hogan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hogan looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Hogan trying to control but Lane is working from the bottom.
Hogan won't allow Lane to sweep him here.
Lane keeping moving, preventing Hogan from controlling successfully.

Hogan drops back looking for a leg! Lane is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lane manages to kick Hogan off! Hogan jumps back into Lane's guard.
Hogan preventing the sweep.
Hogan is pushing down on Lane's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lane is fighting to maintain full guard but Hogan has managed to sneak the leg through.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lane is trying is best to control the position here.

Hogan is looking for a kimura here.
Lane is looking to control Hogan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lane avoid being mounted?
We've been informed that Lane has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Lane is staying active underneath Hogan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lane can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hogan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lane defending well though.
Hogan is trying to control the action in half guard but Lane is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lane blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hogan.
Lane trying to control here.
Lane manages to get to full guard.
Lane seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Lane looking for a sweep. Not yet Lane, not yet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hogan looking to pass the guard.
Hogan passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lane is not content to let Hogan control the position.

Hogan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lane is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hogan is breathing heavily.

Hogan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lane has escaped the position, nice work there.

Hogan tries for a kimura but Lane is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Lane's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Hogan dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Lane displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hogan.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hogan fails with an attempt to clinch.

Lane shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lane was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Lane working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Hogan manages to get back to half guard.
Lane winds up and cracks Hogan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Hogan taking some punishment here, with Lane in his half guard.
Lane lands strikes from half guard.
Nice strikes from Lane there.
Hogan taking some punishment here, with Lane in his half guard.
Lane takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lane scores with a couple of good hammerfists.

Hogan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Hogan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lane slips a nice elbow through Hogan's hands, connecting with Hogan's forehead.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lane looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hogan with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.

Hogan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lane lands strikes from half guard.
Lane scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Lane looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hogan with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lane landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hogan taking some punishment here, with Lane in his half guard.
Lane lands with a punch from half guard.
Lane looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hogan with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hogan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lane scoring with strikes to the body and head.

Hogan actively working from the bottom here.
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. Lane connects with a nice short shot to Hogan's temple.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice strikes from Lane there.
Lane working the head and body with strikes.
Lane lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Hogan is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lane scores with a couple of nice shots.
Hogan has hold of Lane's hands but Lane slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ground and pound from Lane.

Hogan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lane pulls his head out easily.
Lane winds up and cracks Hogan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
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. Lane connects with a nice short shot to Hogan's temple.
Lane is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nice strikes from Lane there.
Lane winds up and cracks Hogan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.

Hogan actively working from the bottom here.
Lane takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lane has been the more effective fighter overall so far.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Hogan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lane working over Hogan with some ground and pound. Hogan looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.

Hogan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lane pulls his head out easily.
Hogan is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lane scores with a couple of nice shots.
Hogan has hold of Lane's hands but Lane slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lane landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lane lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ground and pound from Lane.
Lane lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Lane lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.

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.

Hogan looking for submissions off his back.
Hogan tries to get to full guard but Lane has control of the leg.
Lane landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lane looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hogan with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.

Hogan actively working from the bottom here.
Lane slips a nice elbow through Hogan's hands, connecting with Hogan's forehead.
Lane 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.
Lane lands with a punch from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lane tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hogan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hogan on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hogan has hold of Lane's hands but Lane slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
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. Lane connects with a nice short shot to Hogan's temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kyle Lane showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!

Lane throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Hogan was covering up waiting for the punch and Lane finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Hogan has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Lane should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Hogan has tightened it up now! Lane should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). John Hogan!
During a confident post fight interview, John Hogan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
36%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Jai Hale (ranked 5509 p4p, 494 weight class) and Owen Murray (ranked 5442 p4p, 492 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Hale
vs
Murray

165 cm
25
173 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

188 cm
25
185 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

Decent wrestler
Brawler
KO power

Good takedowns
Brawler
Good gas tank

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Jai Hale!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Owen Murray!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Daniel Blasius and Albert Achterberg.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hale misses with a low kick.

Hale shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Murray is trying to defend but Hale finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Hale trying to mount his opponent but Murray defends it.
Hale sitting and controlling from the half guard.

Murray is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hale pulls his head out easily.
Hale seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Murray has hold of Hale's hands but Hale slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Hale is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Murray has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Murray looking for submissions off his back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
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. Hale connects with a nice short shot to Murray's temple.
Hale landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.

Hale moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Murray.
Murray gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Murray manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hale has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

Murray has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hale can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hale not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Murray has his feet on Hale's thighs here. He's pushed Hale off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Hale screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Owen Murray!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
39%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Bill From Killer Hill (ranked 5228 p4p, 511 weight class) and Philo Beddo Ii (ranked 5179 p4p, 505 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

From Killer Hill
vs
Beddo Ii

210 cm
18
200 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

190 cm
18
222 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Cuts easily

BJJ White Belt
Dangerous knees
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Bill From Killer Hill!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Philo Beddo Ii!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Albert Achterberg and Saam Ante.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Beddo Ii closes the distance and pushes From Killer Hill back into the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Beddo Ii creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
From Killer Hill trying to stall but Beddo Ii improves his position.
Beddo Ii trying to land knees to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
Beddo Ii scores a nice knee to the body.
From Killer Hill is breathing heavily.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section. From Killer Hill lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the head.

It looks like Bill From Killer Hill has been cut.
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!
From Killer Hill tries to circle away but Beddo Ii has him pinned against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Beddo Ii.
From Killer Hill fails to pull guard.
Beddo Ii landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Beddo Ii working From Killer Hill over with knees to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
Knees in the clinch landing for Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Beddo Ii crunches a lovely knee into From Killer Hill's ribcage.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Knees in the clinch landing for Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
Beddo Ii scores with a shot to the side of From Killer Hill's head.
Knees to the body from Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head.
From Killer Hill really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Beddo Ii connects with a nasty looking knee right to From Killer Hill's face.
Good body shot from Beddo Ii.
A right hook to the body lands for Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the head.
Still in the clinch, Beddo Ii scores with a nice short uppercut.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a right hand that snaps the head of From Killer Hill backwards.
Beddo Ii with a knee to the head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
A knee to the head by Beddo Ii.
From Killer Hill looking to stall.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
Beddo Ii scores a nice knee to the body.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
Beddo Ii scores a nice knee to the body.
A knee to the head by Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii landing some nice looking knees to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii working From Killer Hill over with knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii scores with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
From Killer Hill takes a knee right on the jaw!
Beddo Ii connects with a nasty looking knee right to From Killer Hill's face.
Beddo Ii scores with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Beddo Ii putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has From Killer Hill in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Beddo Ii utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Beddo Ii scores a nice knee to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Knees to the body from Beddo Ii.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
From Killer Hill tries a knee to the head but Beddo Ii blocks it.
Beddo Ii is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Beddo Ii.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Philo Beddo Ii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bill From Killer Hill's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Beddo Ii rushes From Killer Hill and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
From Killer Hill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
From Killer Hill takes a knee to the side of the body.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.
From Killer Hill jumps guard but Beddo Ii stands there with From Killer Hill around his waist. From Killer Hill gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
Beddo Ii has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii lands a left hand that snaps the head of From Killer Hill backwards.
Beddo Ii scores with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii scores a nice knee to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Beddo Ii lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt From Killer Hill or not.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
From Killer Hill takes a knee to the side of the body.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Beddo Ii lands a shoulder strike.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section. From Killer Hill lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Beddo Ii on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Beddo Ii landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
A knee to the head by Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii working From Killer Hill over with knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Beddo Ii.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
From Killer Hill tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A short right from Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii lands a nice knee to the body.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
A short body shot lands from Beddo Ii as the two fighters clinch.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
From Killer Hill takes a knee to the side of the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii working From Killer Hill over with knees to the body.
From Killer Hill takes a knee right on the jaw!
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
From Killer Hill trying to control the position but instead, Beddo Ii has worked for underhooks and has pushed From Killer Hill into the cage.
Beddo Ii connects with a nasty looking knee right to From Killer Hill's face.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
Beddo Ii with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
From Killer Hill tries to work over Beddo Ii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
From Killer Hill wants to get back to striking at distance but Beddo Ii won't allow it.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the body.
Beddo Ii connects with a nasty looking knee right to From Killer Hill's face.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section. From Killer Hill lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
From Killer Hill takes a knee right on the jaw!
Beddo Ii lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A frustrated look appears on From Killer Hill's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
From Killer Hill throws a head punch that misses.
Beddo Ii using the Thai plumb to throw knees but From Killer Hill has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

From Killer Hill jumps into guard, dragging Beddo Ii to the mat.

Beddo Ii gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.

From Killer Hill moves into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Beddo Ii with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
A short left from From Killer Hill.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Beddo Ii crunches a lovely knee into From Killer Hill's ribcage.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii prevents a body shot from From Killer Hill.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the head.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii trying to land knees to the body.
From Killer Hill leaning his opponent against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Philo Beddo Ii showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bill From Killer Hill's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Beddo Ii instigates a clinch.
Beddo Ii takes a knee right on the jaw!
Beddo Ii tries to land a knee to the head but From Killer Hill blocks with his arms.
From Killer Hill missing with knees to the body.
From Killer Hill fails to pull guard.
Beddo Ii lands a good knee to the midsection. From Killer Hill won't want to take too many of those.
Beddo Ii working From Killer Hill over with knees to the body.
Beddo Ii crunches a lovely knee into From Killer Hill's ribcage.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beddo Ii with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
From Killer Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Beddo Ii controls the action.
From Killer Hill takes an elbow to the temple.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section. From Killer Hill lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Beddo Ii connects with a nasty looking knee right to From Killer Hill's face.
Beddo Ii putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has From Killer Hill in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Beddo Ii with a knee to the head.
From Killer Hill tries a knee to the head but Beddo Ii blocks it.
Beddo Ii crunches a lovely knee into From Killer Hill's ribcage.
Beddo Ii with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees 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!
A knee to the head by Beddo Ii.
From Killer Hill looking to throw knees to the head but Beddo Ii is blocking nicely.
Beddo Ii working From Killer Hill over with knees to the body.
Philo Beddo Ii seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Beddo Ii connects with a knee to the head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Beddo Ii scores a nice knee to the body.

From Killer Hill manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.

Beddo Ii stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!

Beddo Ii has managed to clinch.
Beddo Ii scores with a hook to the body.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Beddo Ii putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has From Killer Hill in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Beddo Ii gets through From Killer Hill's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Beddo Ii scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Beddo Ii obliges.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body.
From Killer Hill with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Knees to the body from Beddo Ii.
From Killer Hill is trying to stall.
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii scores with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A knee to the head by Beddo Ii.
A knee to the head by From Killer Hill.
From Killer Hill tries to land knees in the clinch but Beddo Ii avoids the damage to the body.
Beddo Ii with a knee to the head.
From Killer Hill is looking to control Beddo Ii's arms but Beddo Ii gets an underhook and turns him. Now From Killer Hill has his back to the cage.
Beddo Ii is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Beddo Ii connects with a nasty looking knee right to From Killer Hill's face.
Philo Beddo Ii is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section. From Killer Hill lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Beddo Ii lands a knee to the head.
From Killer Hill tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Beddo Ii smiles and moves away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Beddo Ii closes the distance and clinches.
Beddo Ii using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Beddo Ii putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has From Killer Hill in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Beddo Ii scores with a knee to the head.
Beddo Ii landing knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Beddo Ii.
Knees to the body from Beddo Ii.
Beddo Ii unloads a knee to the mid-section. From Killer Hill lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Beddo Ii scores with a knee to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Beddo Ii as From Killer Hill tries to tie him up.
Knees in the clinch landing for Beddo Ii.
Bill From Killer Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Beddo Ii putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has From Killer Hill in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Philo Beddo Ii comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Beddo Ii winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 24:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 25:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Philo Beddo Ii!

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Datu Rizalia (ranked 23425 p4p, 492 weight class) and Lochlan Grant (ranked 3172 p4p, 298 weight class). The key to victory for Datu Rizalia has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.

Rizalia
vs
Grant

202 cm
20
270 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

183 cm
25
270 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Very quick

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
Determined

Freebandzz

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 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Datu Rizalia!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Lochlan Grant!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Radbod Blank and Saam Ante.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rizalia scores with a spinning back kick!
Rizalia cracks a nice hook into Grant's ribs.
Grant throws a poor cross that misses
and Rizalia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

It looks like Lochlan Grant has been cut.
Rizalia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grant.
Donk. Rizalia catches Grant right on the button with a cross.
Rizalia scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Rizalia throws a shot to the body.
Grant throws a right hand that misses
letting Rizalia counter with a right hand.
Grant misses with an uppercut
and Rizalia counters with a slapping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Grant gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rizalia definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Grant can't find room to land a body shot as Rizalia controls the action.

Rizalia's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rizalia stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A shot to the liver by Rizalia. Beautiful body shot.
Rizalia ducks under a wild hook from Grant.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Grant misses with a hook
and Rizalia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rizalia swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Grant tries to clinch
and Rizalia counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rizalia throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Grant looks winded!
Rizalia uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Grant has time to react.

That has opened up Lochlan Grant's cut even more.
Rizalia is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.

Rizalia drives through and clinches with Grant against the cage.
Grant's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rizalia has Grant pushed against the cage.
Rizalia has had enough of the clinch but Grant keeps him there for the moment.
Grant swings wildly with an uppercut but Rizalia uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rizalia.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Grant tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grant tries to pull guard but Rizalia forces him back to his feet, against the cage.

Rizalia's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

Rizalia lands a big head kick that sends Grant tumbling to the mat! Rizalia takes a step backwards and waves Grant back to his feet - he wants the finish!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Rizalia instigates a clinch.
Rizalia tries a body shot but Grant blocks it.
Grant jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rizalia walks away with a smile on his face. Grant gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rizalia scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rizalia scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.

The cut above Lochlan Grant's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Grant throws a poor cross that misses
and Rizalia scores with a counter punch that sends Grant to the canvas! Rizalia smells blood - he's punishing Grant with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Grant has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Datu Rizalia!
Our winner, Datu Rizalia, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
62%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Xyryx Ignacio (ranked 3052 p4p, 364 weight class) and Monte Goglin (ranked 2812 p4p, 342 weight class). Goglin has chosen Monte as his entrance music. Monte Goglin will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Ignacio
vs
Goglin

178 cm
25
169 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

178 cm
27
172 lbs
6 - 1 - 1

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Experienced

BJJ Blue Belt
Great elbows
Granite chin

Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing

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 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Xyryx Ignacio!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 1 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Monte Goglin!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Patrick Alders and Paulsen Ambrosius.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Goglin tries to clinch but Ignacio moves out of range.
Ignacio tries to counter by clinching up but Goglin breaks away and moves out of range.

Ignacio forces Goglin back against the cage and clinches.
Goglin unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ignacio lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Ignacio wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Goglin.

Ignacio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ignacio seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ignacio has his takedown stuffed

and Goglin moves into the clinch.
Goglin lands an elbow just above Ignacio 's eye.
Ignacio trying to land knees to the body.
Goglin holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Goglin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Ignacio is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Goglin digs a right hand into Ignacio's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ignacio's gas tank.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Goglin.
Ignacio takes an elbow to the temple.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goglin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Goglin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ignacio's defenses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Goglin stalling.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Goglin lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ignacio is trying to pull guard but Goglin has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xyryx Ignacio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goglin lands a body punch in the clinch.
Goglin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ignacio's defenses.
Goglin misses with a knee strike.
Ignacio tries to pull guard but Goglin holds him up against the cage and eventually Ignacio drops back down to his feet.
Nice elbow from Goglin.
Ignacio is trying to break free.
Goglin lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Goglin.
A short right from Goglin on the inside.
Ignacio has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Goglin after a bit of a struggle.
Goglin letting Ignacio take a breather here.
Goglin lands a knee to the head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A nice left hand lands by Goglin.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goglin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ignacio has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Goglin after a bit of a struggle.
Ignacio is breathing heavily.
Goglin lands an elbow that stopped Ignacio in his tracks for a moment.

It looks like Xyryx Ignacio has been cut.
Goglin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Goglin taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Goglin has Ignacio pressed against the cage, preventing Ignacio from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ignacio is trying to force a seperation but Goglin has the dominant position.
Goglin controlling the action here for a moment.
Goglin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ignacio takes a shot to the head.
Ignacio takes an elbow to the temple.
Goglin is pushing Ignacio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Ignacio tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Goglin just stands there and leans against the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Knees in the clinch landing for Goglin.
Ignacio is trying to drag Goglin to the mat but Goglin just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ignacio is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Goglin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Goglin lands an elbow inside.
Goglin landing knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Goglin.
Goglin tries to throw a body punch but Ignacio avoids it by throwing Goglin back against the cage.
Goglin lands a left hand.
A right hook to the body lands for Goglin.
Goglin pressing his opponent against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goglin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goglin lands an elbow just above Ignacio 's eye.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Goglin lands an elbow inside.
Goglin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goglin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ignacio backwards.
A short left from Goglin.
Goglin avoiding damage.
Ignacio missing with knees to the body.
Goglin pushes Ignacio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goglin lands an elbow that stopped Ignacio in his tracks for a moment.
Goglin gets through Ignacio's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Goglin connects with a knee to the head.
Goglin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Goglin lands a damaging elbow.
Goglin displaying some good clinch control by pressing Ignacio up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ignacio tries to stall but Goglin uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Nice elbow from Goglin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Monte Goglin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Xyryx Ignacio's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Goglin pushes Ignacio up against the cage in a clinch.

Ignacio breaks the clinch.

Goglin moves into the clinch successfully.
Ignacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ignacio drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Goglin gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ignacio takes an elbow to the forehead.
Ignacio with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nice body punch from Goglin - that landed with a thud.
Goglin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Ignacio drops down looking for an ankle pick but Goglin pulls his leg out and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignacio lands with a kick to the temple. Goglin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Goglin avoids the body shot from Ignacio.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Goglin tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ignacio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Xyryx Ignacio is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Goglin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ignacio.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xyryx Ignacio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goglin checks a leg kick.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Goglin stalling in the clinch.
Goglin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Goglin lands a nice elbow.
Goglin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ignacio's defenses.
Goglin lands an elbow inside.
Goglin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Goglin lands a body shot.
Goglin using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Goglin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goglin lands an elbow inside.

Xyryx Ignacio's cut is getting worse.
Goglin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ignacio's defenses.
Goglin tries a body shot but Ignacio blocks it.
Ignacio is trying to break the clinch but Goglin is controlling him.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Goglin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Goglin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ignacios head.
Goglin lands a shoulder strike.
Goglin is leaning against Ignacio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Goglin lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Goglin lands a left hand.

Ignacio is rocked!
Goglin lands an elbow inside that Ignacio shrugs off.
Oh Ignacio is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goglin lands a damaging elbow.
Goglin lands a nice shot to the body.
Goglin lands an elbow just above Ignacio 's eye.
Goglin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Goglin jerks Ignacio's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! Ignacio drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! Goglin goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from Goglin because Ignacio was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Monte Goglin!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Monte Goglin waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
69%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Van Der Ley (ranked 4862 p4p, 496 weight class) and Renaldo Montoya (ranked 5867 p4p, 528 weight class). This should be fireworks!

Der Ley
vs
Montoya

178 cm
20
185 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

180 cm
22
190 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Self confident

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Van Der Ley!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Renaldo Montoya!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Albert Achterberg and Paulsen Ambrosius.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Montoya just misses with a punch to the body.
Der Ley seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Montoya falls off balance throwing a combination

and Der Ley counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

Der Ley drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Montoya dives on top into guard.

Montoya would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.

Montoya decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Montoya goes for a double leg but Der Ley avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Der Ley continues to drive forward.
As Montoya tries to get set, Der Ley tries to push him back and clinch up but Montoya manages to avoid the attempt.

Montoya closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Montoya lands in his opponent's guard.
Der Ley knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Montoya on the ground.

Montoya drops back, looking for a kneebar! Der Ley looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Der Ley looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Der Ley!

That's one minute gone in the round.

Der Ley goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Montoya rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Der Ley's guard! Nice work there by Montoya!
Der Ley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Montoya is one step ahead there.

Montoya gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.

A momentary lapse in concentration from Der Ley enables Montoya to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Der Ley manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Der Ley definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Der Ley keeping moving, preventing Montoya from controlling successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Montoya missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Montoya throwing strikes but missing.
Der Ley 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.
Montoya is looking to stand up but Der Ley won't let him.

Montoya gets to his feet - Der Ley follows without any prompting.
Jab, jab by Montoya - just one landing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Der Ley walks into a jab.
A slow jab from Montoya misses its intended target.
Der Ley seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Montoya scores with a nice head shot.

Montoya throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Der Ley was covering up waiting for the punch and Montoya finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Der Ley kicks Montoya off and gets to his feet.
Montoya throws a series of strikes that have Der Ley backpedaling.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Montoya throws a series of punches but Der Ley avoids them all with ease.
Montoya throws a combination that misses

and Der Ley counters with a takedown into side control.
Der Ley is trying to move to mount but Montoya reverses beautifully and ends up in Der Ley's guard.
Der Ley seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Der Ley wants to stand up but Montoya is controlling him.
Montoya postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Montoya trying to stand up but can't free himself from Der Ley's guard.
Montoya missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Der Ley stuffs the takedown.
Der Ley is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Montoya.
Montoya misses with an uppercut

and Der Ley counters with a nice double leg into side control. Montoya won't be happy with that.
Der Ley misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Montoya is trying to control Der Ley's posture but Der Ley avoids it.
Montoya is looking to regain half guard here but Der Ley keeps moving and retains side control.

Der Ley tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Der Ley has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Der Ley wants to take a breather but Montoya manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Der Ley.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Ley trying to control the position from guard on top but Montoya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Der Ley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Montoya bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Der Ley's guard.

Montoya being controlled here momentarily.
Montoya postures up in Der Ley's guard and throws a big left but Der Ley blocks it.
Montoya is looking to stand up but Der Ley won't let him.
Der Ley looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Montoya wants to get up but he can't break Der Ley's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Der Ley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Montoya is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Montoya in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Der Ley keeping moving, preventing Montoya from controlling successfully.
Montoya prevents Der Ley from getting back to his feet.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

Montoya drives through with a takedown into Der Ley's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Der Ley has his feet on Montoya's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Montoya throws an off balance right hand
and Der Ley counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Montoya tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Der Ley was well out of range. Poor timing from Montoya.
Montoya scores with a nice head shot.
Montoya has his takedown stuffed
and Der Ley counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Montoya thinking.
Montoya just misses with a punch to the body.
Montoya throws an off balance right hand
and Der Ley counters with a right hand to the body.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Der Ley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Montoya's elbow.
Montoya throws a head punch that misses.
Der Ley taking a breather.
Der Ley stalling against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Der Ley gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Der Ley thows a huge punch but Montoya dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Der Ley passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Montoya!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Montoya manages to work a leg through to get back to half guard here. Good work there by Montoya, under a barage of strikes from Der Ley.
Montoya keeping control of the position.
Montoya moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Van Der Ley overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Der Ley wants to control from the top but Montoya keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Van Der Ley dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Montoya loads up on a big right hand but Der Ley slips the punch.
Van Der Ley is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Montoya stuffs the takedown attempt from Der Ley. Der Ley gets slowly back to his feet.
Der Ley staying out of range there.
Montoya throws a big shot that misses.
Montoya lands a lovely overhand right.
Montoya tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Der Ley defends well and Montoya ends up having to push Der Ley into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Montoya gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily

and Der Ley counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Montoya!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Ley lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.

Der Ley has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Montoya throws a lazy uppercut

and Der Ley decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Montoya's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Montoya managing to control the position.
Der Ley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Montoya takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Der Ley throws a big elbow that misses.
Der Ley lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Montoya is pulling down on Der Ley's head. It's preventing any offense from Der Ley, at least for the moment.
Montoya trying to keep a closed guard but Der Ley is proving a slippery customer.
Der Ley slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Der Ley wants to stand but Montoya is controlling his posture from full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Der Ley connects with a couple of short punches.
Der Ley looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Der Ley preventing the sweep.
Montoya keeping moving, preventing Der Ley from controlling successfully.
Montoya pulls Der Ley in close to prevent any damage.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Montoya misses with a takedown

and Der Ley counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Van Der Ley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renaldo Montoya.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Der Ley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Montoya's elbow.
Der Ley is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Montoya throws a punch but it's blocked by Der Ley.
Montoya wants to break free but Der Ley has control.
Montoya blocks a body shot from Der Ley.
Montoya blocks an uppercut.
Der Ley slows down the pace here.
Der Ley doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

Montoya has hold of one of Der Ley's legs. Der Ley is fighting the takedown attempt but Montoya gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Der Ley looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Montoya wants to stand and escape but instead Der Ley has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Der Ley is fighting to break Montoya's control of his arms but Montoya is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Der Ley wants to pass the guard but Montoya is keeping the position.
Montoya bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Der Ley's guard.

Montoya throws a big right hand that misses.

Montoya has gone for a leg lock! Der Ley slips out almost immediately though and dives into Montoya's guard.

The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Der Ley trying to control the position from guard on top but Montoya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Der Ley wants to get up but he can't break Montoya's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Van Der Ley showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Der Ley 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Van Der Ley!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
44%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Hessu Kaito (ranked 6393 p4p, 492 weight class) and Liangchan Xiaodong (ranked 2176 p4p, 250 weight class). Hessu Kaito could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Liangchan Xiaodong's chin.

Kaito
vs
Xiaodong

175 cm
18
150 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

178 cm
25
158 lbs
6 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Cuts easily

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
Knockout power

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 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Hessu Kaito!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Liangchan Xiaodong!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Saam Ante and Radbod Blank.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Xiaodong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kaito keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Xiaodong lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Xiaodong misses with a head kick.
Xiaodong slaps away a takedown attempt from Kaito, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kaito avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kaito tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Xiaodong swivels and escapes.
Kaito throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Xiaodong's waist but Xiaodong gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kaito off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hessu Kaito. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Xiaodong throws a head kick but Kaito moves out of range.
Kaito avoids the head kick by Xiaodong.

Xiaodong tries to keep at a distance but Kaito has taken the fight into the clinch.

Kaito's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Xiaodong throws a head kick that misses.
Xiaodong looks winded!
Kaito blocks a head kick by Xiaodong.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Xiaodong tries a head kick but it misses.
Xiaodong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Xiaodong throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.

Kaito moves into range and clinches up with Xiaodong.
Kaito is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.

Kaito breaks the clinch.

Kaito has Xiaodong up against the cage in a clinch.
Kaito stalling the fight.
Kaito lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kaito tries to pull guard but Xiaodong holds him up against the cage and eventually Kaito drops back down to his feet.
Xiaodong wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Xiaodong blocks an elbow strike.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kaito keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Xiaodong's efforts to push away.

Kaito pulls Xiaodong into guard.
Xiaodong trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kaito's guard.
Kaito trying to keep a closed guard but Xiaodong is proving a slippery customer.
Kaito throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kaito seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kaito has a closed guard, preventing Xiaodong from standing up.
Kaito wants to stand up but Xiaodong is controlling him.

Kaito is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Xiaodong is aware though and is defending well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Xiaodong decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Xiaodong throws a sloppy head kick and Kaito moves out of range easily.
Xiaodong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kaito.
Kaito takes a kick to the side of the head.

Kaito moves into the clinch.

Xiaodong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Xiaodong throws a head kick but Kaito moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Kaito. Beautiful body shot.
Xiaodong throws a head kick that half lands.

Kaito has managed to clinch.
Kaito using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Xiaodong has had enough of the clinch but Kaito keeps him there for the moment.

Kaito's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Xiaodong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kaito.
Xiaodong tries a head kick but it misses.
Kaito tries for a takedown but Xiaodong sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Xiaodong let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kaito tries a low kick but Xiaodong avoids it.
Xiaodong tries a head kick but it misses.
Kaito shoots in but Xiaodong avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kaito slips a jab from Xiaodong.
Kaito shoots in but no luck this time.
A head kick from Xiaodong lands but Kaito takes it in his stride.
Xiaodong scores with a jab to the jaw.

Kaito drives through and clinches with Xiaodong against the cage.
Kaito is trying to drag Xiaodong to the mat but Xiaodong just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Xiaodong wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Liangchan Xiaodong dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Xiaodong lands a nice looking body shot.
Xiaodong misses with a body shot

and Kaito counters into the clinch. Nicely done.

Kaito escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

Kaito instigates a clinch.
Xiaodong is trying to break free.
Xiaodong is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Xiaodong tries to circle away but Kaito has him pinned against the cage.
Kaito jumps guard but Xiaodong turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kaito tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaito is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Xiaodong to keep the fight standing.
Kaito can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hessu Kaito. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Xiaodong is trying to break the clinch but Kaito is controlling him.

Kaito pulls guard successfully.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Xiaodong wanted to stand there but Kaito had control of the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Xiaodong stands up and waves to Kaito to follow him.
Xiaodong throws a head kick but Kaito moves out of range.
Xiaodong is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kaito rather than just go for the knockout.
Xiaodong goes for a high kick. It partially lands.

Kaito gets a clinch.
Xiaodong takes a shot to the head.

Xiaodong breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kaito throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Xiaodong tries a head kick but it misses.
Xiaodong lands a high kick!

Kaito is rocked!
Hessu Kaito is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Xiaodong misses with a head kick.
Oh Kaito is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kaito tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Xiaodong paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Xiaodong unleashes a big counter combination but Kaito bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kaito jumps guard but Xiaodong turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kaito seems to have got his legs back now.
Kaito fails to pull the fight into his guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kaito has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Xiaodong avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Xiaodong is trying to push Kaito away but Kaito has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kaito is trying to pull guard but Xiaodong has him pressed against the cage.
Xiaodong is looking to break free of the clinch but Kaito has double underhooks.

Xiaodong breaks the clinch.
Kaito looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Xiaodong misses with a head kick.

Kaito rushes Xiaodong and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Xiaodong being controlled against the cage.
Xiaodong is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Xiaodong wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Xiaodong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Xiaodong is trying to push Kaito away but Kaito has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kaito has Xiaodong pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Xiaodong manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A frustrated look appears on Xiaodong's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Xiaodong's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kaito is trying to pull guard but Xiaodong turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Xiaodong has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kaito has Xiaodong pressed against the cage, preventing Xiaodong from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kaito goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Xiaodong wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Xiaodong tries to break free but Kaito pushes him back against the cage.
Kaito tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Xiaodong smiles and moves away.

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

Kaito rushes Xiaodong and presses him up against the cage.
Kaito is looking for a takedown.
Xiaodong is trying to force a seperation but Kaito has the dominant position.
Xiaodong can't break the clinch.

Xiaodong manages to break the clinch.
Kaito swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Xiaodong lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Xiaodong lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kaito backs up against the cage.
Xiaodong misses with a head kick.
Liangchan Xiaodong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Xiaodong throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kaito closes the distance and clinches up with Xiaodong, looking for a takedown. Kaito pushes Xiaodong against the cage but Xiaodong circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Xiaodong slaps away a takedown attempt from Kaito, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Xiaodong is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Liangchan Xiaodong showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

A nice combination there by Xiaodong.

Kaito pushes Xiaodong up against the cage in a clinch.
Kaito tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Xiaodong smiles and moves away.
Kaito shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Xiaodong defends it nicely.

Kaito gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xiaodong is trying to break the clinch but Kaito has him pressed against the cage.

Kaito pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kaito blocks a head kick by Xiaodong.
Kaito changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Xiaodong throws a lazy head kick

and Kaito moves into the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Xiaodong is trying to break the clinch but Kaito is controlling him.

Kaito pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kaito blocks a head kick by Xiaodong.
Kaito drops down looking for a counter takedown but Xiaodong sprawls and moves away.

Kaito clinches up with Xiaodong and pushes him back against the cage.

Kaito manages to break the clinch.

Kaito gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kaito wants to take the fight to the mat but Xiaodong manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hessu Kaito. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Xiaodong wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kaito throws an elbow but it misses.
Kaito slowing the pace effectively.

Kaito pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Xiaodong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kaito blocks a head kick by Xiaodong.
Kaito seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kaito shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Xiaodong connects with a nice looking jab.
Xiaodong throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kaito.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kaito or perhaps it was just good defense by Xiaodong, which made it look bad.
Xiaodong throws a series of punches but Kaito moves out of range.
Kaito was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
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!
Xiaodong throws a series of punches but Kaito avoids them all with ease.
Xiaodong throws a jab when Kaito was well out of range.
Kaito shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Xiaodong sprawls well. Xiaodong wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kaito gets slowly back to his feet.
It seemed like Xiaodong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Xiaodong tries a head kick but it misses.
As Xiaodong tries to get set, Kaito tries to push him back and clinch up but Xiaodong manages to avoid the attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kaito.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kaito shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Xiaodong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

Kaito closes the distance and clinches.

Kaito escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Xiaodong throws a shot to the body.
Xiaodong moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kaito avoids the head kick by Xiaodong.
Kaito misses with a kick to the body.
Xiaodong lands a head kick!
Xiaodong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

Kaito rushes Xiaodong and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Xiaodong looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.

Kaito drags the fight down to the ground.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Kaito is working an open guard so Xiaodong takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Xiaodong goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Xiaodong scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.

Kaito closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Xiaodong wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Xiaodong tries to break free but Kaito pushes him back against the cage.
Hessu Kaito has scored more points in the clinch so far.

Kaito gets control of Xiaodong's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kaito will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.

Xiaodong gets to his feet - Kaito follows without any prompting.
Xiaodong throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Xiaodong throws a head kick that misses.
Kaito tries to counter by clinching up but Xiaodong breaks away and moves out of range.
Hessu Kaito has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Xiaodong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Liangchan Xiaodong is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Xiaodong showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kaito.

And that's the end of the fight!
Liangchan Xiaodong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Xiaodong winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Liangchan Xiaodong!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
51%

Main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Big Brown (ranked 6180 p4p, 447 weight class) and Rowan Bell (ranked 3138 p4p, 295 weight class). Brown's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Middle child/ J cole. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Brown
vs
Bell

195 cm
18
275 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

200 cm
24
264 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Intelligent

Pit Bull Development

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Big Brown!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Rowan Bell!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Saam Ante and Paul Aken.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bell feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Brown's calf.
Bell misses with a combination

so Brown counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Brown trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Brown advances position into side control!
Bell is not content to let Brown control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Brown working the ground and pound from side control.
Bell is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.

Brown looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

Brown thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
A lull in the action here as Brown stalls from top position.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brown wants to control but Bell is keeping him busy.

Brown tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Brown has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Brown controlling the position from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bell wants to get back to his feet but Brown drags him back down.
Bell is looking for a sweep.

Brown working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Brown trying to control the position but Bell is working away.
Bell is trying to control Brown's posture but Brown avoids it.
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Bell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.

Brown swings around for an armbar but Bell sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Brown's guard.

Bell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Brown is trying to control the position but Bell postures up.
Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown, not yet.
Bell looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brown controls Bell momentarily but Bell frees himself.
Bell pushing down on Brown's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Big Brown dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Brown crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Bell - the referee stops the clock and Brown gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Bell. Brown manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Brown on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bell. Bell obviously looking to wear him down.
Brown takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bell lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Brown could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Brown shoots in for a double leg but Bell sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bell misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brown slips a jab and a cross from Bell.
Brown slips a jab and a cross from Bell.
Bell lands a head kick!
Bell lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bell just misses with a punch to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Brown shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bell but Bell pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bell tests Brown's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bell goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.

It looks like Big Brown has been cut.
Bell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Brown moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bell stalks Brown and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Brown's face. Brown staggers backwards, shaken.
Brown tries for a takedown but Bell circles away easily
and Bell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Brown. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brown walks into a straight right hand from Bell.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brown dives in and grabs Bell's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bell pushes down on Brown's head and hops out.
As Brown backs off Bell throws a huge counter combo but Brown manages to avoid it all.
Bell lands a nice leg kick that just misses Brown's sensitive parts.
Brown dives in for a single leg takedown but Bell sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bell throws a sloppy head kick and Brown moves out of range easily.
Brown closes the distance and clinches up with Bell, looking for a takedown. Brown pushes Bell against the cage but Bell circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Brown shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bell sprawls well. Bell wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Brown gets slowly back to his feet.
Brown looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bell stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brown shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rowan Bell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bell scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Brown on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bell. Bell obviously looking to wear him down.
Bell scores with a crisp jab that stopped Brown in his tracks.

Brown is rocked!
Bell lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Brown is looking to close the distance but Bell sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Brown crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Brown is OK because that was naaaaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Rowan Bell!
Our winner, Rowan Bell, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.