The Island Season 9, 145 lbs, Round 2 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Feleti Newalu (ranked 1763 p4p, 189 weight class) and Pedro Rocha Barros (ranked 216 p4p, 0 weight class). Pedro Rocha Barros has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Feleti Newalu's chin.

Newalu
vs
Rocha Barros

166 cm
26
148 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

174 cm
27
149 lbs
8 - 4 - 1

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Very strong

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin

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 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Feleti Newalu!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 4 - 1, fighting out of The Island, Pedro Rocha Barros!
The judges for this bout are Bart Greer, Dirk Anderson and Daniel Franklin.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rocha Barros avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Newalu looks to land a right hand but Rocha Barros moved out of range.
Rocha Barros looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Newalu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Newalu fails with the takedown.
Rocha Barros swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Newalu missing with a left hand there. Rocha Barros was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jab from Rocha Barros.
No luck for Newalu with that takedown attempt.
Rocha Barros scores with a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rocha Barros blocks a jab.
Newalu looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rocha Barros is fending him off so far but Newalu persists. Nope, Rocha Barros circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feleti Newalu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rocha Barros uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Newalu.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rocha Barros just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab lands there for Rocha Barros.

Newalu dives in and scores a takedown into Rocha Barros's guard.
Newalu postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rocha Barros is on top in guard.

Newalu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rocha Barros gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rocha Barros preventing the sweep.

Newalu has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Rocha Barros is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Newalu.
Newalu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rocha Barros wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rocha Barros is chipping away with strikes.

Rocha Barros is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Newalu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newalu stops Rocha Barros from passing to mount.
Newalu is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rocha Barros off and has taken his back!

Newalu has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Rocha Barros has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!

Newalu has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Rocha Barros breaks Newalu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Newalu keeping full guard, as Rocha Barros tries to pass.
Rocha Barros works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rocha Barros tries to pass the half guard into mount. Newalu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Newalu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rocha Barros wants to pass the guard but Newalu is keeping the position.
Rocha Barros pushes down on Newalu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Rocha Barros wants to pass to mount but Newalu is defending the position.
Rocha Barros looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.

Newalu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Newalu is looking to get back to full guard here but Rocha Barros has managed to pass to side control instead.
Newalu looks to move to half guard but instead Rocha Barros has passed into mount! Damn!
Rocha Barros seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Newalu is holding on tight.
Newalu working to try and regain half guard.
Newalu regains half guard.
Rocha Barros wants to pass the guard but Newalu is defending well.

Newalu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rocha Barros pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pedro Rocha Barros 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.

Rocha Barros fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newalu manages to avoid it.
Newalu has a takedown stuffed.
Rocha Barros defending well as Newalu loads up on a big left hand.
Rocha Barros moves out of range as Newalu strikes.
Donk. Rocha Barros catches Newalu right on the button with a cross.
Newalu tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rocha Barros sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Newalu somewhat.
Rocha Barros throws out a counter right but Newalu avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newalu misses with a straight left.
Rocha Barros has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rocha Barros waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Newalu.
Newalu loads up on a big right hand but Rocha Barros slips the punch.
Newalu misses with a left hand
and Rocha Barros counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rocha Barros has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rocha Barros tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newalu was well out of range. Poor timing from Rocha Barros.
Rocha Barros throws a hook but Newalu blocks it.
Rocha Barros misses with a lunging right hand

and Newalu counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Rocha Barros!
Rocha Barros sneaks back into half guard.

Newalu is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rocha Barros gets back to full guard.
Newalu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rocha Barros is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Rocha Barros wants to pass to mount but Newalu is defending the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rocha Barros has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.

Rocha Barros is working for a guillotine from mount but Newalu frees his head quite easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Newalu is looking to improve his position but Rocha Barros isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Rocha Barros with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Rocha Barros working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Newalu is trying to escape the mount.

Rocha Barros working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Pedro Rocha Barros has got the better of the ground game so far.
Newalu really trying hard to get back to half guard here.

Rocha Barros looking to secure an arm triangle but Newalu defends it well.
Newalu is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Newalu is working hard here to advance position.

Rocha Barros working for a submission but Newalu is keeping him at bay.
Newalu keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Rocha Barros wants to finish this one by submission but Newalu is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Rocha Barros.
Rocha Barros mounts Newalu! Really nice guard pass there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pedro Rocha Barros showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Newalu throws a looping overhand right but Rocha Barros ducks down to avoid it.
Newalu throws a hook but Rocha Barros avoids it easily.
Newalu throws an overhand right that lands on Rocha Barros's shoulder, as Rocha Barros tries to avoid the shot.

Newalu closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rocha Barros gets full guard.
Rocha Barros wants to sweep here but Newalu controlling him for the moment.

Rocha Barros had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Newalu defends it easily.
Rocha Barros lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.

We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Newalu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rocha Barros doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rocha Barros manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

That's one minute gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newalu is on top in guard.

Rocha Barros looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Rocha Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Newalu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Newalu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rocha Barros's guard.
Newalu is keen to just control but Rocha Barros is a slippery customer.
Rocha Barros is pressing down on Newalu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Rocha Barros can't keep his opponent in guard - Newalu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

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

Newalu is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rocha Barros doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newalu.
Rocha Barros trying to hold on to Newalu's head to control him but Newalu postures up.

Newalu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rocha Barros sees it coming and defends easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Newalu trying to control from Rocha Barros's half guard. Rocha Barros has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rocha Barros looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Feleti Newalu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rocha Barros is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Newalu wants to improve his position but Rocha Barros is controlling well.

Newalu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Rocha Barros is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Newalu regains full guard. Nicely done.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Newalu keeping full guard, as Rocha Barros tries to pass.
Newalu doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.

Newalu throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rocha Barros escapes and throws Newalu's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Newalu is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Newalu is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rocha Barros's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Rocha Barros! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Newalu has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Pedro Rocha Barros!
After winning the bout, Pedro Rocha Barros thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
48%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Dome Graybeard (ranked 987 p4p, 119 weight class) and Luc Bittencourt (ranked 1179 p4p, 0 weight class). Graybeard comes into the arena with Remember The Name blaring out of the sound system. Dome Graybeard could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Luc Bittencourt's chin.

Graybeard
vs
Bittencourt

179 cm
26
150 lbs
7 - 4 - 0

167 cm
27
155 lbs
7 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
Very quick

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Fast

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 7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Dome Graybeard!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Luc Bittencourt!
The judges for this bout are Sandra Marshall, Peter Branson and Bart Greer.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fighters circling - Graybeard throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Bittencourt has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Graybeard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Bittencourt misses.
Graybeard digs a good body shot into Bittencourt's ribs.
Graybeard looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Graybeard cracks Bittencourt with an open hand slap.
Graybeard connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Graybeard keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bittencourt blocks a jab.
Bittencourt swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bittencourt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.

It looks like Luc Bittencourt has been cut.
Bittencourt tries to clinch there but Graybeard circles away.
Graybeard scores with a jab. Bittencourt acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Graybeard connects with a body shot.
Bittencourt closes the distance and clinches up with Graybeard, looking for a takedown. Bittencourt pushes Graybeard against the cage but Graybeard circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Graybeard scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bittencourt misses the shot to the body.
Bittencourt moves out of range as Graybeard strikes.
Graybeard lands a jab to the nose.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bittencourt shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bittencourt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bittencourt takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Graybeard tries to bum rush Bittencourt with a series of wild strikes but Bittencourt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Graybeard looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Graybeard steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bittencourt.
Graybeard looks to land a right hand but Bittencourt moved out of range.
Bittencourt shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Graybeard but Graybeard pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dome Graybeard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luc Bittencourt.
Graybeard scores with a jab to the jaw.
A shot to the body from Graybeard misses

so Bittencourt counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bittencourt postures up.
Graybeard seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bittencourt wants to control from the top but Graybeard keeps moving.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bittencourt slips nicely into half guard.
Graybeard wants to get back to full guard.

Bittencourt is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Graybeard is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Luc Bittencourt!
Luc Bittencourt tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
56%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Shawn Arteezy (ranked 1572 p4p, 167 weight class) and Aslanbek Barayev (ranked 881 p4p, 0 weight class). Barayev has chosen Antirespect - There as his entrance music. Shawn Arteezy is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.

Arteezy
vs
Barayev

166 cm
26
152 lbs
7 - 6 - 0

173 cm
27
148 lbs
11 - 5 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Very quick

BJJ Brown Belt
Brawler
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 7 - 6 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Shawn Arteezy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 5 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Aslanbek Barayev!
The judges for this bout are Michael Johnstone, Sandra Marshall and Winston Alpacca.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Arteezy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Arteezy showed some decent athleticism there.
Barayev makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Barayev.
Arteezy has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Barayev is trying to control the position but Arteezy postures up.
Our spies down at at ELITE Island Gym - 19 Elite Coaches inform us that Barayev has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?

Barayev throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Arteezy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arteezy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Arteezy wants to control from the top but Barayev keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barayev being controlled here, momentarily.
Barayev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Arteezy passes Barayev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Arteezy stalling.

Arteezy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Arteezy tries to pass to full mount but Barayev defends it.

Arteezy seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barayev is trying to maintain the position but Arteezy is very close to passing his half guard.

Barayev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Arteezy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Barayev is just riding it out for now. Arteezy eventually gives up the hold.
Arteezy wants to control but Barayev is keeping him busy.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Barayev actively working from the bottom here.
Arteezy performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Barayev won't allow Arteezy to pass to mount.
Barayev tries to roll over but Arteezy keeps him under control.

Barayev looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Well, if Arteezy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Barayev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Barayev trying to control from the bottom.
Arteezy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Barayev knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

Arteezy is looking for a kimura but Barayev is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arteezy to get the leverage.
Barayev is refusing to be controlled, as Arteezy sits in half guard.
Barayev trying to control from the bottom.

Arteezy seems to be looking for submissions.
Arteezy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Arteezy prevents Barayev from improving his position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.

Arteezy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

Arteezy is looking for a kimura but Barayev is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arteezy to get the leverage.
Arteezy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Arteezy is looking to take a break and control but Barayev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Arteezy prevents Barayev from improving his position.

Barayev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arteezy pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arteezy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Barayev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

Arteezy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shawn Arteezy 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.

Arteezy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Barayev did well to prevent Arteezy getting side control.
Arteezy trying to mount his opponent but Barayev defends it.

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

Barayev actively working from the bottom here.

Arteezy wants to work for an arm triangle but Barayev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

Barayev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arteezy pulls his head out easily.
Barayev wants to control but Arteezy is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Barayev actively working from the bottom here.

Arteezy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Barayev slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Barayev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Arteezy trying to control the position from guard on top but Barayev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arteezy 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.
Arteezy stands and throws Barayev's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Barayev's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Barayev is trying to improve his position.
Arteezy wants to control but Barayev is keeping him busy.

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.
Arteezy wants to take a breather but Barayev manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Arteezy.
Arteezy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.

Barayev working for a triangle but Arteezy defends it easily.
Barayev keeping moving, preventing Arteezy from controlling successfully.
Barayev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Arteezy controls the pace.
Shawn Arteezy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Arteezy tries to free his leg and advance position but Barayev is retaining full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Barayev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Barayev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Arteezy controls the pace.
Arteezy wants to control from the top but Barayev keeps moving.

Barayev is looking for a triangle but Arteezy pushes his legs off easily.

Barayev is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Arteezy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Barayev keeping moving, preventing Arteezy from controlling successfully.

Barayev is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Barayev preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Arteezy sitting in guard here, content to control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Arteezy tries to free his leg and advance position but Barayev is retaining full guard.

Arteezy drops back looking for a leg! Barayev is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Barayev manages to kick Arteezy off! Arteezy jumps back into Barayev's guard.
Arteezy looking to pass the guard.
Barayev preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Arteezy trying to control the position from guard on top but Barayev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arteezy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Barayev trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arteezy pushes down on Barayev's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Barayev is looking for a sweep. Arteezy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shawn Arteezy dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Arteezy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Barayev napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Barayev is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Barayev is refusing to be controlled, as Arteezy sits in half guard.
Arteezy is pressing down on Barayev's thigh, looking to free his foot. Barayev is holding on for now.

Barayev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arteezy pulls his head out easily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

Arteezy is looking for a kimura but Barayev is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arteezy to get the leverage.
Arteezy wants to take a breather but Barayev is having none of it.

Arteezy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Barayev actively working from the bottom here.
Arteezy works his foot free and advances to mount.
Barayev is trying to escape the mount.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Arteezy working for a submission but Barayev is keeping him at bay.
Barayev tries to hold on but Arteezy pushes him away.
Arteezy tries to control but Barayev wriggling away.
Arteezy is stalling here but it's allowed Barayev to get half guard.
Arteezy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barayev can do to turn this around?

Barayev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arteezy pulls his head out easily.
Arteezy performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

Arteezy is working for a submission of some sort.

Arteezy is working for a kimura but Barayev is defending it quite comfortably.
Aslanbek Barayev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Barayev actively working from the bottom here.

Arteezy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Barayev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Arteezy wants to control but Barayev is keeping him busy.

Barayev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Barayev looking for submissions off his back.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Arteezy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Arteezy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Barayev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

Arteezy seems to be working for a kimura but Barayev defends the submission attempt.
Barayev is pressing down on Arteezy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Arteezy wants to pass the guard but Barayev is keeping the position.

Barayev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Arteezy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barayev swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Arteezy forces his way into half guard.
Shawn Arteezy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Well, if Arteezy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Barayev manages to get to full guard.
Arteezy trying to control but Barayev is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

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

And that's the end of the fight!
Shawn Arteezy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Arteezy has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight for Shawn Arteezy!
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight for Shawn Arteezy!
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight for Shawn Arteezy!

Shawn Arteezy wins by unanimous decision!
During a confident post fight interview, Shawn Arteezy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
25%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Jonathan Harvey (ranked 1931 p4p, 200 weight class) and Onaga Sotaro (ranked 1769 p4p, 190 weight class). Rumors backstage are that the fighters have been paid to keep it standing but we know that would never happen in MMA!

Harvey
vs
Sotaro

169 cm
25
154 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

161 cm
26
148 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Good chin

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Determined

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 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Jonathan Harvey!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Onaga Sotaro!
The judges for this bout are Michael Johnstone, David Hoff and Bart Greer.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Harvey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sotaro.

Harvey tries to sprawl but Sotaro drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.

Sotaro is trying to work for a kimura but Harvey is defending well.

Harvey looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Harvey is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotaro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Harvey does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

Harvey looking for submissions off his back.

Harvey looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.

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

Harvey actively working from the bottom here.
Harvey has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.

Sotaro is working for a kimura but Harvey is defending it quite comfortably.

Harvey looking for subs from the bottom but Sotaro mounts him!

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.

Sotaro looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.

Sotaro is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Harvey has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Harvey sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.

Sotaro is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Harvey is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Onaga Sotaro!
Onaga Sotaro thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
31%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Robert Grandis (ranked 1910 p4p, 0 weight class) and Martin Eugen (ranked 375 p4p, 0 weight class). Martin Eugen will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.

Grandis
vs
Eugen

168 cm
19
144 lbs
5 - 0 - 0

179 cm
27
154 lbs
13 - 3 - 0

Decent wrestler
Solid boxing
Cardio machine

Decent wrestler
Excellent boxer
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 5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Robert Grandis!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 3 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Martin Eugen!
The judges for this bout are David Hoff, Santiago Holmes and Winston Alpacca.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Eugen blocks a jab.
Grandis misses the shot to the body.
Eugen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Grandis is looking to counter punch.
Grandis loads up on a big right hand but Eugen slips the punch.
Grandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Eugen manages to avoid it.

Eugen moves into range and clinches up with Grandis.
Eugen struggles to land a body shot inside as Grandis controls his hands.
Grandis works on Eugen's body with a couple of short punches.
Grandis misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Grandis.
Eugen blocks a body shot from Grandis.
Grandis lands a body shot.
A short right from Grandis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis tries a body shot but Eugen blocks it.
Grandis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Eugen's elbow.
Grandis lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Grandis scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grandis.
Grandis tries to throw a body punch but Eugen avoids it by throwing Grandis back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Grandis.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Grandis manages to break the clinch.
Eugen cracks Grandis with an open hand slap.
Eugen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Grandis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Grandis throws a lazy right hand but Eugen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Grandis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Grandis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Eugen defending well as Grandis loads up on a big left hand.

Grandis gets tackled into the cage by Eugen. Eugen maintains the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Grandis.
Eugen's coach down at was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Eugen's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A short right from Grandis.
Grandis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Eugen's elbow.
Grandis tries a body shot but Eugen blocks it.
Eugen tries a body shot but Grandis blocks it.
Grandis lands a right hand that snaps the head of Eugen backwards.
Eugen misses with a short punch on the inside.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Eugen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grandis swings wildly with an uppercut but Eugen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eugen working aggressively here.
A short right from Eugen on the inside.
Grandis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Eugen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Eugen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Eugen.
Grandis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Grandis as Eugen tries to tie him up.
Eugen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Grandis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Grandis.
Grandis misses with the head strike.
Grandis can't break the clinch.
Grandis misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grandis.
Grandis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Grandis working some nice short punches in the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Grandis misses with some punches.

Grandis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Grandis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Eugen.

Eugen moves into range and clinches up with Grandis.
Grandis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Grandis blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Grandis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Eugen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Grandis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Eugen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grandis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Grandis throws a head punch that misses.
Grandis can't find room to land a body shot as Eugen controls the action.
Eugen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Grandis backwards.
Eugen throws a head punch that misses.
Eugen misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Grandis on the inside.
Grandis struggles to land a body shot inside as Eugen controls his hands.
Eugen lands a shot to the body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grandis throws a head punch that misses.
Eugen has a couple of punches blocked by Grandis.
Eugen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Grandis backwards.
Eugen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Eugen misses with some punches.
Grandis lands a right hand.
Eugen misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Grandis.
Grandis struggles to land a body shot inside as Eugen controls his hands.
Grandis misses with a punch on the inside.
Eugen swings wildly with an uppercut but Grandis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grandis lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Eugen.
Eugen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Eugen blocks a body shot from Grandis.

Grandis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Eugen moves out of range of the strikes.

Grandis gets tackled into the cage by Eugen. Eugen maintains the clinch.
Grandis lands a shot to the body.
Eugen misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Grandis dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Grandis avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

Eugen gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Grandis blocking some punches.
Grandis tries to throw a body punch but Eugen avoids it by throwing Grandis back against the cage.
Grandis scores with a shoulder strike.
Eugen misses with a punch on the inside.
Eugen gets through Grandis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Eugen.
Eugen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Robert Grandis has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Grandis throws a punch but it's blocked by Eugen.
Grandis lands a body punch in the clinch.
Grandis misses with a body punch.
Grandis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Grandis blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Eugen fails to land.
Eugen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Eugen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Eugen swings wildly with an uppercut but Grandis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grandis blocks an uppercut.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Grandis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Eugen misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Grandis.
Eugen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Eugen.
Grandis misses with some punches.
Eugen has Grandis pressed against the cage, preventing Grandis from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Grandis swings wildly with an uppercut but Eugen uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Eugen.
Eugen blocks an uppercut.
Eugen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Grandis backwards.
Eugen has a couple of punches blocked by Grandis.
Grandis throws a punch but it's blocked by Eugen.
Eugen lands with a light punch inside.
Grandis misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Eugen fails to land.
Eugen blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Eugen fails to land.
Eugen misses with a punch on the inside.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Eugen lands with a light punch inside.
Grandis is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Eugen's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Eugen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Eugen is looking to control Grandis's arms but Grandis gets an underhook and turns him. Now Eugen has his back to the cage.
Eugen prevents a body shot from Grandis.
Eugen misses with some punches.
Good body shot from Grandis.
A head punch on the inside from Grandis fails to land.
Grandis tries to work over Eugen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Eugen throws a punch but it's blocked by Grandis.
Eugen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Grandis tries a body shot but Eugen blocks it.
Eugen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Grandis blocking some punches.
Eugen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Grandiss head.
Eugen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Grandis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Eugen backwards.
Eugen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Grandis swings wildly with an uppercut but Eugen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grandis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Eugen lands a nice uppercut.
Grandis lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Grandis struggles to land a body shot inside as Eugen controls his hands.
Grandis throws a head punch that misses.
Eugen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Eugen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Eugen.
Eugen misses with a punch to the body.
Eugen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Eugen struggles to land a body shot inside as Grandis controls his hands.
Grandis misses with a short punch on the inside.

Grandis breaks from the clinch.
Grandis slips a jab from Eugen.
Eugen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Eugen scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Grandis works Eugen's body with a nice hook.
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!
Grandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Eugen manages to avoid it.
Grandis throws a looping overhand right but Eugen ducks down to avoid it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Eugen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grandis.
Eugen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grandis was well out of range. Poor timing from Eugen.
A jab from Grandis misses.
Eugen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big right from Grandis misses.
Eugen tries to counter with a clinch but Grandis shakes him off and moves away.
Grandis digs a good hook to Eugen's body.
Grandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Eugen manages to avoid it.
Eugen looks to throw the jab but Grandis is out of range.

Eugen darts in and clinches Grandis up against the cage.
Eugen has a couple of punches blocked by Grandis.
Grandis wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Eugen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Eugen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grandis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A shot in the inside from Eugen.
Eugen swings wildly with an uppercut but Grandis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eugen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Martin Eugen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Eugen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grandis.
Eugen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Grandis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Eugen.
Grandis is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A slow jab from Grandis misses its intended target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Grandis. Eugen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Grandis throws the left hand but Eugen avoids the punch easily.
Eugen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grandis.
Grandis keeps the fight on the outside.
Grandis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The fighters circle momentarily. Eugen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Robert Grandis is winning the standup battle so far.
Grandis lands with an uppercut that bounces Eugen off the cage and back into range.
Grandis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Eugen connects with a looping right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis looks to score with a jab to the body but Eugen is just out of range.
Grandis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Eugen cracks Grandis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Martin Eugen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grandis lands with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grandis misses the shot to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Eugen tries to clinch but Grandis is having none of it.
A counter left hand to the body from Grandis misses its target.
Grandis swings widly with a right hand

and Eugen counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Eugen.
Eugen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Eugen misses with the head strike.
Eugen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Grandiss head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Eugen.
Eugen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Eugen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Grandis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grandis.
Grandis misses with the head strike.
Eugen is working Grandis over against the cage.
Eugen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Grandis lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Eugen.
Nice body punch from Grandis.
Grandis swings wildly with an uppercut but Eugen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grandis has a couple of punches blocked by Eugen.
Grandis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Eugen lands a body punch in the clinch.
Grandis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Eugen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Grandis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Eugen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Grandis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Eugen misses with the head strike.
Eugen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Grandis fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Grandis.
Eugen presses Grandis against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Grandis tries to throw a body punch but Eugen avoids it by throwing Grandis back against the cage.
Grandis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Eugen misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Grandis.
Eugen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Grandis backwards.
Grandis has a couple of punches blocked by Eugen.
Eugen lands a shoulder strike.
Eugen misses with a short punch on the inside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Grandis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Eugen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

Eugen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Grandis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Grandis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Grandis throws a jab when Eugen was well out of range.
Eugen takes a swing at Grandis's ribcage but misses.
Grandis misses the jab.
Eugen tries to counter by closing the distance.
Eugen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grandis.
Eugen moves in looking to clinch but Grandis pushes him off.
Grandis swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Eugen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Eugen wants to counter the offense by Grandis and move into the clinch position.
Grandis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Eugen.
Grandis throws a lazy right hand but Eugen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Eugen misses.
Eugen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Eugen scores with a nice strike.

Eugen darts in and clinches Grandis up against the cage.
Grandis throws a punch but it's blocked by Eugen.
Grandis lands a body shot in the clinch.

Grandis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Eugen gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Grandis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Grandis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Eugen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Grandiss head.
Grandis has a couple of punches blocked by Eugen.
Grandis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Grandis lands with a light punch inside.
Eugen misses with some punches.
Eugen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Eugen misses with a hook from the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Martin Eugen.
I think Eugen 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 David Hoff scores the fight for Martin Eugen!
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight for Robert Grandis!
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight for Martin Eugen!

Martin Eugen wins by split decision!
An out of breath Martin Eugen 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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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
73%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Kaverin Vladislavovich (ranked 2094 p4p, 213 weight class) and Teller McCraw (ranked 2202 p4p, 0 weight class). Kaverin Vladislavovich has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.

Vladislavovich
vs
McCraw

167 cm
26
152 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

156 cm
26
156 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Granite chin

Decent wrestler
Excellent MT
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 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Kaverin Vladislavovich!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Teller McCraw!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Bart Greer and Sandra Marshall.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Vladislavovich misses with a right hand
and McCraw counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McCraw with a hook.
McCraw loads up on a big right hand but Vladislavovich slips the punch.
McCraw misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from McCraw misses.
McCraw 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.
Vladislavovich misses with an uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Vladislavovich.
McCraw throws a body punch but Vladislavovich moves out of range.
Vladislavovich waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCraw.
Vladislavovich moves out of range of the strikes.
McCraw ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCraw leaves Vladislavovich with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Teller McCraw seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vladislavovich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vladislavovich looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Vladislavovich definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McCraw slips under a jab.
McCraw throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCraw throws a hook but Vladislavovich avoids it easily.
Vladislavovich tries to counter with a takedown but McCraw is quick to defend against it.
McCraw moves out of range of the strikes.
McCraw throws a big shot that misses.
Nice straight punches there by McCraw. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McCraw.
Vladislavovich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCraw clobbers Vladislavovich with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
McCraw misses with a looping right.
McCraw ducks under a wild hook from Vladislavovich.
McCraw throws an overhand right that lands on Vladislavovich's shoulder, as Vladislavovich tries to avoid the shot.
McCraw scores with a jab. Vladislavovich acknowledges it with a nod of the head.

Vladislavovich shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
McCraw is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vladislavovich uses his free foot to push down on McCraw's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for McCraw.

Vladislavovich working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.

Vladislavovich swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kaverin Vladislavovich!
After the fight, Kaverin Vladislavovich was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
54%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Amadou Poussin (ranked 1038 p4p, 0 weight class) and Robin Gracie (ranked 906 p4p, 108 weight class). Gracie comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Olha a Explosão kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! On his way into the cage it seems that Amadou Poussin has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Amadou Poussin seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?

Poussin
vs
Gracie

170 cm
19
145 lbs
6 - 0 - 0

168 cm
26
152 lbs
8 - 3 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Granite chin

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Powerful

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 6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Amadou Poussin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Robin Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, David Hoff and Sandra Marshall.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Poussin manages to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Poussin misses its target.
Gracie with a poor takedown
and Poussin counters with a nice uppercut.

Gracie closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Poussin quickly recovers to half guard.
Poussin tries to kick Gracie off but Gracie keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Gracie has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Yaw-Yan Ardigma. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.

Gracie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Poussin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gracie.

Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poussin is looking to get back to full guard here but Gracie has managed to pass to side control instead.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Gracie tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gracie has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Poussin on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Poussin tries to get out of the position.

Gracie tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gracie has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Poussin prevents Gracie from moving into mount.
Poussin manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
Poussin looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Poussin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gracie is keeping the position for now.

Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gracie wants to improve his position but instead Poussin has moved into half guard.
Poussin seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Poussin in particular looking to stall.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gracie gets full guard.
Poussin wants to get up but he can't break Gracie's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Poussin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

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

Gracie has his foot on Poussin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Poussin works his way back into a safe position though.
Poussin trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Gracie manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!

Poussin has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Gracie has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Poussin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gracie backwards.
Good body shot from Poussin.
Poussin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Poussin misses with a body punch.
Poussin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gracie backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Gracie jumps guard.

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

Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gracie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Poussin is one step ahead there.

Poussin wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Gracie's closed guard. He's half up but Gracie has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Gracie pivots and extends the arm, Poussin falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Gracie! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Robin Gracie!
A victorious Robin Gracie thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
38%

Main event

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Lapu Lapu (ranked 170 p4p, 19 weight class) and Mr Tiny (ranked 1794 p4p, 0 weight class). Lapu comes to the cage accompanied by Noypi by Bamboo. Mr Tiny has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Lapu Lapu's chin.

Lapu
vs
Tiny

168 cm
26
153 lbs
11 - 0 - 0

150 cm
26
130 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Cardio machine

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 11 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Lapu Lapu!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Mr Tiny!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Winston Alpacca and Santiago Holmes.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lapu fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tiny on the side of the head.
Lapu connects with a right hand. Tiny shakes it off.
Tiny slips under a jab.

Lapu clinches.
Lapu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lapu pushes Tiny back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short left from Lapu.
Lapu lands with a light punch inside.
Lapu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lapu lands with a short shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tiny tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tiny has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lapu avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Lapu prevents a body shot from Tiny.
Tiny tries to score a body lock takedown but Lapu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tiny misses with a body punch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tiny is trying to pull guard but Lapu has him pressed against the cage.
Lapu Lapu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Tiny.
A shot in the inside from Lapu.
Lapu lands a left hand.
Tiny tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lapu just stands there and leans against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lapu lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Lapu.
Lapu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tiny backwards.
Lapu gets through Tiny's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lapu pushes Tiny back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tiny misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Lapu.
A short left from Lapu.
Lapu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lapu is pressed up against the cage. Tiny has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Lapu down to the mat. Lapu avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lapu knocks out Tiny with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Lapu before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Lapu picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lapu Lapu!
Lapu Lapu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.