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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jupiter Smalls (ranked 2628 p4p, 2839 weight class) and Geoff Jeffries (ranked 332 p4p, 364 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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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 9 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Jupiter Smalls!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Geoff Jeffries!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Seu Braga and Emerson Jorge.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jeffries misses with a body shot.
Smalls closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jeffries's coach down at Shadow Warriors was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jeffries's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Jeffries thows a left - swing and a miss!
Smalls takes the fight into the clinch.
Smalls pressing his opponent against the cage.
Jeffries is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smalls keeps control of Jeffries as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Jeffries lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Smalls takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Jeffries breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jeffries takes a swing at Smalls's ribcage but misses.
Jeffries misses with a right hand
and Smalls counters with a right hand to the body.
Jeffries lands a jab to the nose.
Smalls has managed to clinch.
Smalls lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Smalls using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jeffries has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smalls breaks the clinch.
Smalls moves out of range as Jeffries strikes.
Jeffries rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Smalls counters with a two punch combo.
Jeffries fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smalls manages to avoid it.
Jeffries swings for the body but Smalls moves out of range.
Smalls paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab lands there for Jeffries.
Jeffries throws a jab when Smalls was well out of range.
Smalls throws a big counter combination but Jeffries scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jeffries comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jeffries lands a jab to Smalls's midsection.
Jeffries tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smalls was well out of range. Poor timing from Jeffries.
It looked like Smalls was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jeffries.
Jeffries swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Smalls to counter with a crisp jab.
Jeffries throws a series of punches but Smalls moves out of range.
Jeffries throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Smalls on the side of the head.
Jeffries tries to bum rush Smalls with a series of wild strikes but Smalls uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Smalls closes the distance and pushes Jeffries back into the cage.
Smalls's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Smalls breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smalls swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Smalls lands a nice hook to Jeffries's body. Jeffries takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jeffries misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A big right from Jeffries misses.
Geoff Jeffries seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smalls keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A cross from Jeffries lands.
Jeffries misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Smalls counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jeffries thinking.
We've been told by Smalls's head coaches at whitey's gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jeffries throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jeffries throws a body shot but no joy.
Smalls went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jeffries misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smalls.
It looked like Smalls wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jeffries throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Smalls seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smalls throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jeffries swings widly with a right hand
and Smalls counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smalls takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jeffries connects with a looping right hand.
Jeffries throws a jab when Smalls was well out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Jeffries misses the target.
Jeffries works Smalls's body with a nice hook.
Jeffries scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jeffries misses with a wild body shot.
Jeffries on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jeffries swings for the body but Smalls moves out of range.
Jeffries swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Geoff Jeffries will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Jeffries tries to bum rush Smalls with a series of wild strikes but Smalls uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jupiter Smalls is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jeffries throws a left and a right that both miss
and Smalls connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jeffries swings for the body but Smalls moves out of range.
Smalls appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jeffries misses with a few strikes there.
Jeffries misses with a shot to the body
enabling Smalls to counter with a crisp jab.
Jeffries falls off balance throwing a combination
and Smalls makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jeffries misses with a double jab
and Smalls counters with a crisp one two that drops Jeffries! Smalls thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Jeffries to his feet! Jeffries is in big trouble!
 Jeffries is rocked!
Smalls takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jeffries lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Smalls digs a good body shot into Jeffries's ribs.
Smalls pushes Jeffries up against the cage in a clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jeffries wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Smalls has him pressed against the cage.
Jeffries tries to land a knee to the head but Smalls blocks with his arms.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Smalls breaks from the clinch.
A shot to the liver by Jeffries. Beautiful body shot.
Jeffries digs a good hook to Smalls's body.
Smalls's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jeffries connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Smalls scrambles back to his feet.
Smalls uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jeffries.
Smalls appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jeffries jabs Smalls to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Smalls throws out a leg kick but Jeffries moves out of range and Smalls only half commits.
Jeffries fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smalls manages to avoid it.
Jeffries throws a sloppy body shot
and Smalls counters with a crisp one two that drops Jeffries! Smalls thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Jeffries to his feet! Jeffries is in big trouble!
Jeffries is still on wobbly legs! Can Smalls finish him?
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jeffries walks straight into a right hand from Smalls - that's dropped him! Smalls jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Jeffries from any more punishment! Jeffries complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Jupiter Smalls!
Jupiter Smalls managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, MKFC , into his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Don Kras (ranked 23526 p4p, 4839 weight class) and William Jaktic (ranked 622 p4p, 514 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Don Kras!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 11 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, William Jaktic!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Thiago Cunha and Edson Gomes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jaktic shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Jaktic throws a strike but Kras avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Jaktic trying to control but Kras is working from the bottom.
Jaktic might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kras haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaktic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kras keeping moving, preventing Jaktic from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jaktic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kras working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jaktic.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jaktic scores with a takedown into Kras's guard.
Jaktic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kras is keeping the position for now.
Jaktic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jaktic looking to sit in guard and control but Kras gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kras wants to control from the top but Jaktic keeps moving.
Kras prevents Jaktic from getting back to his feet.
Jaktic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kras is one step ahead there.
Jaktic is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kras throws a big right hand that misses.
Kras with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jaktic is trying to keep Kras in close.
Jaktic has his feet on Kras's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jaktic closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Jaktic tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Jaktic controls the position.
Jaktic sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kras is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Kras is not content to let Jaktic control the position.
Jaktic looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kras is avoiding damage well.
Kras on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kras tries to get out of the position.
Jaktic tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jaktic throwing strikes but Kras manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Jaktic is looking for a sweep.
Kras tries to score with some ground and pound. Jaktic controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kras wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jaktic keeps working.
Jaktic is looking for a sweep.
Kras landing a few strikes.
Jaktic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kras is looking to take a break and control but Jaktic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jaktic tries to kick Kras off but Kras keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Jaktic keeping hold of Kras's head, controlling as best he can.
Jaktic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jaktic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kras lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but William Jaktic will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Kras gets caught flat footed, as Jaktic shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Jaktic with a nice head shot there.
Jaktic won't allow Kras to get back to his feet.
Jaktic wants to pass the guard but Kras is keeping the position.
Jaktic throwing strikes but missing.
Jaktic wants to control from the top but Kras keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaktic postures up in Kras's guard and throws a big left but Kras blocks it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jaktic trying to control but Kras is working from the bottom.
Jaktic in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kras gets caught flat footed, as Jaktic shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Jaktic throws a strike but Kras rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Kras looking to sit in guard and control but Jaktic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Jaktic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kras keeping moving, preventing Jaktic from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jaktic with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jaktic trying to control but Kras is working from the bottom.
Jaktic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jaktic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jaktic trying to control the position from guard on top but Kras is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jaktic throws a strike but Kras rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Jaktic is looking to stand up but Kras isn't so interested in that idea.
Kras trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kras postures up and lands a big shot to Jaktic's brow.
Kras wants to stand but Jaktic has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Kras won't allow Jaktic to sweep him here.
Kras might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kras missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jaktic keeping moving, preventing Kras from controlling successfully.
Jaktic is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kras is controlling him.
Kras has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kras throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jaktic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kras closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kras working the body and head with strikes.
Jaktic is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kras has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Jaktic is trying to improve his position.
Kras scoring with punches and elbows.
Kras wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jaktic keeps working.
Jaktic manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kras's best efforts.
William Jaktic has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jaktic wants to get back to his feet.
Jaktic misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Jaktic preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but William Jaktic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
The fight stays on the outside here - Kras looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jaktic drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kras defends it well.
Don Kras is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kras drives through with a takedown into Jaktic's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Jaktic kicks Kras off and gets to his feet.
Jaktic scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kras is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Jaktic wants to control for a moment but Kras uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Jaktic wants to control but Kras is keeping him busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jaktic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jaktic wants to take a breather but Kras is having none of it.
Jaktic trying to mount his opponent but Kras defends it.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jaktic darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jaktic throws a strike but Kras avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Don Kras has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jaktic sitting in guard here, content to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jaktic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jaktic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kras works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jaktic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kras is keeping the position for now.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Jaktic throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jaktic has managed to clinch.
Jaktic is trying to trip Kras. He has hold of a leg but Kras is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Jaktic persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Jaktic throws a big right hand that misses.
Jaktic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jaktic wants to control from the top but Kras keeps moving.
Jaktic postures up in Kras's guard and throws a big left but Kras blocks it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kras avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jaktic drives through with a takedown into Kras's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Jaktic trying to control the position from guard on top but Kras is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jaktic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kras's guard.
Kras keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jaktic thows a huge punch but Kras dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jaktic throwing shots but Kras is blocking nicely.
Jaktic not doing much here.
And that's the end of the fight!
William Jaktic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jaktic has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Don Kras!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jan Hradek (ranked 1769 p4p, 1696 weight class) and Chris Coyle (ranked 228 p4p, 219 weight class). Rumors backstage are that the fighters have been paid to keep it standing but we know that would never happen in MMA!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 13 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jan Hradek!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Chris Coyle!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Alexandre Firmino and Seu Braga.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Coyle shoots in and gets a takedown into Hradek's guard.
Hradek keeping moving, preventing Coyle from controlling successfully.
Hradek has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Coyle can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hradek keeping moving, preventing Coyle from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coyle throwing strikes but missing.
Hradek is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Coyle is controlling him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Coyle is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Coyle got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hradek has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Coyle has managed to get both his arms back between Hradek's legs - danger averted.
Hradek keeping moving, preventing Coyle from controlling successfully.
Coyle looking to sit in guard and control but Hradek gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hradek throws a big right hand that misses.
Coyle controls Hradek momentarily but Hradek frees himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Coyle pulls Hradek in close to prevent any damage.
Hradek wants to stand but Coyle is controlling his posture from full guard.
Hradek wants to stand and escape but instead Coyle has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Hradek manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Coyle can't break the clinch.
Hradek breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Coyle paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hradek stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hradek wants it to stay on the feet.
Coyle closes the distance and pushes Hradek back into the cage.
Hradek throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hradek managing to block the knees to the body from Coyle.
Coyle tries to score a body lock takedown but Hradek shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hradek pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No joy there for Hradek, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Coyle dives in for a single leg takedown but Hradek sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Jan Hradek has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Coyle.
Coyle takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
 It looks like Chris Coyle has been cut.
Coyle doesn't manage to clinch there - Hradek circles away.
Hradek throws a big counter combination but Coyle scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Coyle takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hradek looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hradek circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hradek closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hradek lands with a short punch from the clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hradek slowing the pace effectively.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hradek prevents the takedown attempt.
Hradek manages to break the clinch.
Hradek tries a head kick but it misses.
Coyle throws a counter combo.
Coyle shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hradek pushes Coyle off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Hradek lands a hook that stumbles Coyle back into the cage. Hradek follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Coyle to the canvas! Hradek pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Coyle has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Jan Hradek!
Jan Hradek made sure to mention his sponsor, Fenrir Fightgear - Anno 2013 in his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lehel Bartasz (ranked 3208 p4p, 2594 weight class) and Chozen Gracie (ranked 103 p4p, 43 weight class). Bartasz's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Manowar.... Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 7 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Lehel Bartasz!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Chozen Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Daniel Cesar and Luis Engracia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bartasz as he avoids it easily.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bartasz but Bartasz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gracie shoots and misses
and Bartasz counters with a stiff right hand.
Lehel Bartasz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chozen Gracie.
Bartasz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Gracie looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bartasz is fending him off so far but Gracie persists. Nope, Bartasz circles away and we're back to standing.
Gracie with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bartasz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bartasz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Gracie looks winded!
Gracie misses with a left hand
and Bartasz counters with a straight right hand.
It looks like Chozen Gracie has been cut.
Gracie decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bartasz is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bartasz is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.
Bartasz wants to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bartasz is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.
Gracie seems to be working for a kimura but Bartasz defends the submission attempt.
Bartasz is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bartasz avoid being mounted?
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bartasz keeps working.
Bartasz trying to control here.
That's two 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.
Bartasz is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bartasz manages to get to full guard.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Bartasz keeps moving.
Bartasz trying to keep a closed guard but Gracie is proving a slippery customer.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bartasz connects with a looping right hand.
Gracie seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Bartasz shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Gracie is backing up but Bartasz catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Gracie covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Bartasz Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lehel Bartasz!
During a confident post fight interview, Lehel Bartasz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Dave Ashbourne Jr (ranked 971 p4p, 2852 weight class) and Denis Denisov (ranked 58 p4p, 164 weight class). Ashbourne Jr kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Vertical Horizon - You're A God. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Dave Ashbourne Jr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Denis Denisov!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Leandro Rodrigues and Paulo Santos.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Denisov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ashbourne Jr back to the cage. Denisov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Denisov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ashbourne Jr.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Ashbourne Jr stuffs the takedown attempt from Denisov. Denisov gets slowly back to his feet.
Ashbourne Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Denisov is just out of range.
Denisov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've been told by Ashbourne Jr's head coaches at Black Swans that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a body shot.
Denisov takes one to the chin there.
Denisov misses with a double jab
and Ashbourne Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Denisov lands a nice shot to the body.
Denisov is looking to clinch but Ashbourne Jr is avoiding it.
Ashbourne Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Denisov scores with a nice right hand.
Ashbourne Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Denisov throws out the jab.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Denisov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ashbourne Jr eats them both and turns towards Denisov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Ashbourne Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Denisov dives in and grabs Ashbourne Jr's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ashbourne Jr pushes down on Denisov's head and hops out.
Dave Ashbourne Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Denis Denisov.
Denisov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ashbourne Jr avoids it really well and circles away.
Ashbourne Jr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Denisov to score with a decent uppercut.
A big right from Denisov misses.
Denisov tries to clinch up.
Ashbourne Jr throws a hook to the side of Denisov's head but Denisov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Denisov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Denisov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ashbourne Jr walks away with a smile on his face. Denisov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
No luck for Denisov with that takedown attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Denisov walks into a jab.
Denisov loads up on a big right hand but Ashbourne Jr slips the punch.
A jab from Ashbourne Jr misses.
Denisov throws a counter combo.
Ashbourne Jr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Denisov scores with a jab to the head.
Ashbourne Jr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Denisov takes one on the button.
Ashbourne Jr throws a shot from downtown. Denisov moves away and avoids it.
Denisov blocks a jab.
Ashbourne Jr stuffs the takedown.
Denisov throws a one two combo.
Ashbourne Jr takes a swing at Denisov's ribcage but misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ashbourne Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Denisov's shoulder, as Denisov tries to avoid the shot.
Denisov looks to land a combination but Ashbourne Jr avoids it well.
Ashbourne Jr throws a shot to the body.
Denisov wants to clinch.
Dave Ashbourne Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ashbourne Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Denisov throws a nice looking combination but Ashbourne Jr bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Denisov tries to land a front kick but Ashbourne Jr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Denisov lands a head shot.
Denisov tries to clinch there but Ashbourne Jr circles away.
Denisov ducks under a wild hook from Ashbourne Jr.
Denisov moves in looking to clinch but Ashbourne Jr pushes him off.
Denisov misses with a combination
and Ashbourne Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ashbourne Jr throws a poor cross that misses
letting Denisov counter with a right hand.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a right hand
and Denisov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Denisov doesn't manage to clinch there - Ashbourne Jr circles away.
Ashbourne Jr connects with a nice looking jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Denisov misses with a takedown attempt
and Ashbourne Jr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dave Ashbourne Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ashbourne Jr looks to throw the jab but Denisov is out of range.
Denisov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Denisov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Denisov is looking for the big counter here.
Ashbourne Jr throws the left hand but Denisov avoids the punch easily.
Ashbourne Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Denisov.
Denisov connects with a jab.
Ashbourne Jr tests Denisov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ashbourne Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ashbourne Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ashbourne Jr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Dave Ashbourne Jr will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Ashbourne Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ashbourne Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Denisov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ashbourne Jr misses the shot to the body.
Denisov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ashbourne Jr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Denisov scrambles back to his feet.
Dave Ashbourne Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Denisov shoots in and drives through. Ashbourne Jr sprawls well.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Denisov, as that shot connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Denisov. Ashbourne Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Denisov throws a hook but Ashbourne Jr avoids it easily.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a two punch combination.
Ashbourne Jr throws a hook but Denisov blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denisov misses with an uppercut
and Denisov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ashbourne Jr lands a jab.
Denisov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Denisov takes the fight into the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Denisov fails to pull guard.
Ashbourne Jr lands with a right to the head.
Denisov tries to pull guard but Ashbourne Jr holds him up against the cage and eventually Denisov drops back down to his feet.
Dave Ashbourne Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Denis Denisov.
Ashbourne Jr stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Ashbourne Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Denisov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ashbourne Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Denisov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ashbourne Jr.
Ashbourne Jr thuds his right hand into Denisov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ashbourne Jr throws a lazy uppercut
and Denisov counters with a straight right hand.
Denisov shoots in for a double leg but Ashbourne Jr sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
It looked like Ashbourne Jr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Denisov.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ashbourne Jr dips to his left and cracks Denisov with an uppercut!
Ashbourne Jr misses with a straight left.
A combination from Denisov does no damage.
A little feinted left hand from Ashbourne Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ashbourne Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Denisov.
Ashbourne Jr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Denisov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Denisov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ashbourne Jr.
Denisov clinches up with Ashbourne Jr and pushes him back against the cage.
Ashbourne Jr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Denisov has him pressed against the cage.
Ashbourne Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Denisov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ashbourne Jr looks to land a left hand but Denisov moved out of range nicely.
Denisov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ashbourne Jr scores with a shot to the body.
Ashbourne Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Denisov.
Denis Denisov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Denisov moves away from the strike by Ashbourne Jr.
Ashbourne Jr misses the body punch
and Denisov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Denisov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Denisov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ashbourne Jr momentarily.
No joy there for Ashbourne Jr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Denisov throws out a counter right but Ashbourne Jr avoids it with no problem.
Ashbourne Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice jab there from Denisov.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a left hand
letting Denisov counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Denisov.
A jab from Ashbourne Jr does it's job there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ashbourne Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ashbourne Jr misses with an uppercut.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a looping right.
Denisov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A telegraphed right hand from Denisov misses the target.
Ashbourne Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Denisov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ashbourne Jr.
Denisov moves out of range of the strikes.
Ashbourne Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Denisov was well out of range. Poor timing from Ashbourne Jr.
Denisov ducks under a wild hook from Ashbourne Jr.
Denisov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ashbourne Jr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ashbourne Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Denisov looks for a takedown but Ashbourne Jr sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Ashbourne Jr dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Ashbourne Jr throws a big shot that misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Denisov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ashbourne Jr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Denisov defending well as Ashbourne Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Ashbourne Jr misses the shot to the body.
Ashbourne Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Ashbourne Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a hook. Denisov ducked under it nicely.
A punch combination from Denisov misses.
Ashbourne Jr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ashbourne Jr tries to move into range but Denisov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Denisov throws a jab when Ashbourne Jr was well out of range.
Denisov forces Ashbourne Jr back against the cage and clinches.
Denisov jumps guard and drags Ashbourne Jr to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Denisov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Denisov controls Ashbourne Jr momentarily but Ashbourne Jr frees himself.
Ashbourne Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Denisov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Denisov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Ashbourne Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Denisov is keeping the position for now.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Ashbourne Jr makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Denisov keeping full guard, as Ashbourne Jr tries to pass.
Ashbourne Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
That's two 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.
Denisov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Ashbourne Jr gets to his feet - Denisov follows without any prompting.
Denisov moves into the clinch.
Denisov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ashbourne Jr is defending well.
Ashbourne Jr tries to circle away but Denisov has him pinned against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ashbourne Jr as Denisov tries to tie him up.
Ashbourne Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Denis Denisov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ashbourne Jr wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Denisov tries to pull guard but Ashbourne Jr holds him up against the cage and eventually Denisov drops back down to his feet.
Ashbourne Jr tries to break free but Denisov pushes him back against the cage.
Ashbourne Jr lands a right hand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Denisov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Ashbourne Jr uses from the top position.
Ashbourne Jr tries to stand but Denisov is controlling from the bottom.
Ashbourne Jr wants to control from the top but Denisov keeps moving.
Denisov is striking but Ashbourne Jr is not phased and passes to half guard.
Denisov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ashbourne Jr decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Ashbourne Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Denisov.
Sloppy strikes from Denisov. Those never looked like landing.
Ashbourne Jr misses the jab.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Denisov misses with the combination.
Ashbourne Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Denisov on the side of the head.
Ashbourne Jr throws a body punch but Denisov moves out of range.
Denisov moves into the clinch.
Denisov has Ashbourne Jr pressed against the cage, preventing Ashbourne Jr from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Denisov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Denisov misses with a knee to the head.
Ashbourne Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ashbourne Jr takes a shot to the head.
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!
Ashbourne Jr has Denisov pressed against the cage.
Ashbourne Jr blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
And that's the end of the fight!
Denis Denisov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ashbourne Jr 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 29:28
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dave Ashbourne Jr!
Dave Ashbourne Jr bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Lord Mammon (ranked 2148 p4p, 1654 weight class) and Liger Justin (ranked 298 p4p, 229 weight class). Lord Mammon could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Liger Justin's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 4 - 0, fighting out of New York, Lord Mammon!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 4 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Liger Justin!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Leandro Rodrigues and Mauricio Rocha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Justin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mammon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mammon moves into the clinch successfully.
Mammon working aggressively here.
Mammon working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The referee calls for Justin to work.
Justin stalling.
A short left from Mammon.
Justin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mammon pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Justin is trying to drag Mammon to the mat but Mammon just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Justin blocking some punches.
Mammon lands with a left to the head.
Mammon misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mammon misses with a punch to the body.
Justin throws a head punch that misses.
Mammon gets underhooks to prevent Justin's takedown attempt.
Lord Mammon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Liger Justin.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Justin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Justin is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Justin has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mammon is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mammon working some nice short punches in the clinch.
It looks like Liger Justin has been cut.
Mammon throws a head punch that misses.
Justin lands a hook that snaps the head of Mammon backwards.
Justin has Mammon pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mammon manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Justin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Mammon - that landed with a thud.
Mammon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Justin has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Mammon seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Justin can turn it around.
Justin looks winded!
Justin blocks an uppercut.
Justin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice right hand lands inside from Mammon.
Justin tries to pull guard but Mammon won't allow it.
Mammon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mammon lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Justin wants to take the fight to the mat but Mammon manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Mammon lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mammon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mammon lands an uppercut.
Mammon lands with a short shot to the head.
Mammon lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Justin.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mammon lands a right hand.
Mammon digs a right hand underneath Justin's ribcage. Justin let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mammon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Justin is rocked!
Justin blocking some punches.
Justin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Justin is still on wobbly legs! Can Mammon finish him?
Mammon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Justin drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mammon gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mammon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Justin wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Justin seems to have recovered his senses.
Mammon digs a right hand underneath Justin's ribcage. Justin let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mammon lands with a short shot to the head.
Mammon pushes Justin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mammon drops Justin onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Justin is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
A nice left hand lands by Mammon.
Justin trying to control the position but instead, Mammon has worked for underhooks and has pushed Justin into the cage.
Justin is trying to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Justin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Mammon gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Justin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Justin scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mammon ducks under a wild hook from Justin.
Justin misses with a wild combination.
Justin fails to land with a series of punches.
Mammon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Justin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mammon closes the distance and clinches.
Mammon misses with a punch to the body.
Mammon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mammon blocks a body shot from Justin.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Justin.
Justin wants a takedown.
Mammon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mammon lands with a right to the head.
Mammon lands a right hand.
A body shot lands from Mammon.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mammon.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mammon throws a punch but it's blocked by Justin.
Justin blocks a body shot from Mammon.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mammon.
Mammon stops a takedown attempt from Justin.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mammon.
Mammon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Justin's elbow.
Mammon lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Justin or not.
Justin is trying to stall.
Mammon lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mammon lands a hook that snaps the head of Justin backwards.
Mammon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mammon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Justin backwards.
Mammon creates a bit of distance and cracks Justin with a massive left hook! Justin crumples out of camera shot, completely unconscious! He's been Nelmarked! Mammon stares at him for a moment then struts over to his corner, victorious.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lord Mammon!
Our winner, Lord Mammon, 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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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Philipp Tyurin (ranked 2211 p4p, 2236 weight class) and David Jones (ranked 71 p4p, 73 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Philipp Tyurin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, David Jones!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Mauricio Rocha and Paulo Santos.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tyurin closes the distance and clinches up with Jones, looking for a takedown. Tyurin pushes Jones against the cage but Jones circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tyurin has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jones.
Tyurin tries to clinch up but Jones circles away and keeps his distance.
Tyurin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jones throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jones cracks Tyurin with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
 It looks like Philipp Tyurin has been cut.
Tyurin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jones's waist but Jones gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tyurin off to one side.
Jones drives through and clinches with Tyurin against the cage.
Jones just leaning against Tyurin, taking a breather.
Tyurin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice shot by Jones.
Jones feints and then cracks Tyurin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyurin down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones misses with a leg kick.
Tyurin is looking to clinch.
Jones now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jones connects with a leg kick.
Tyurin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Philipp Tyurin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tyurin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tyurin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyurin looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tyurin is breathing heavily.
Jones lands a head shot.
Jones throws a big shot that misses.
Jones has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Jones connects with a leg kick.
Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Tyurin's shoulder, as Tyurin tries to avoid the shot.
Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Philipp Tyurin's cut is getting worse.
Tyurin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tyurin closes the distance and clinches up with Jones, looking for a takedown. Tyurin pushes Jones against the cage but Jones circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jones closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones stands up and beckons Tyurin to join him on the feet.
Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones drives through and clinches with Tyurin against the cage.
A short right from Jones.
Philipp Tyurin's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyurin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tyurin wants to stall.
Tyurin is looking to control Jones's arms but Jones gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tyurin has his back to the cage.
Jones turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Jones manages to end up in side control.
Tyurin's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Jones decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Jones moves into the clinch.
Come on Jones - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tyurin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jones lands a takedown into guard.
Tyurin seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tyurin looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jones has picked Tyurin up and slammed him! Tyurin can't keep hold of the triangle and Jones manages to pass to side control!
Tyurin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Tyurin gets back to half guard.
Jones tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Tyurin actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jones is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Tyurin manages to get to full guard.
Tyurin has a closed guard, preventing Jones from standing up.
Tyurin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Jones dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Philipp Tyurin's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.
No luck for Tyurin with that takedown attempt.
Tyurin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jones's waist but Jones gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tyurin off to one side.
Jones throws a jab when Tyurin was well out of range.
Tyurin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tyurin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jones's waist but Jones gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tyurin off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Philipp Tyurin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones stuffs the takedown attempt from Tyurin. Tyurin gets slowly back to his feet.
Tyurin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jones is fending him off so far but Tyurin persists. Nope, Jones circles away and we're back to standing.
Jones is looking to slow Tyurin down with leg kicks.
David Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tyurin checks a leg kick nicely.
Philipp Tyurin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tyurin shoots for a takedown but Jones saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones misses the target.
No luck for Tyurin with that takedown attempt.
Tyurin looks for a takedown but Jones sprawls well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tyurin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jones as he jumps to the side.
Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyurin at a distance.
Jones connects with a body shot that sends Tyurin's belly button to the back.
Jones punishes Tyurin's body with a nice straight punch.
A swing and a miss from Jones.
Jones closes the distance and pushes Tyurin back into the cage.
Jones scores with a hook to the body.
A short uppercut from Jones.
Tyurin blocks a body shot from Jones.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tyurin is trying to pull guard but Jones turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Jones will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tyurin up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Jones.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones pushes Tyurin back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones lands a shot to the body.
Jones scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jones is pushing Tyurin up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyurin.
Jones gets through Tyurin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jeez, Philipp Tyurin's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Philipp Tyurin's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). David Jones!
A less than humble David Jones misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Trage Tragedy (ranked 1190 p4p, 1779 weight class) and Bender Mein Armbach (ranked 171 p4p, 252 weight class). Mein Armbach comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Enter Sandman, Metallica kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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180
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 14 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Trage Tragedy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Bender Mein Armbach!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Luis Engracia and Matheus Silva.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tragedy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach misses with a wild body shot.
Tragedy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tragedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mein Armbach.
Tragedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Mein Armbach is just out of range.
Mein Armbach changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tragedy tries to avoid it but Mein Armbach manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tragedy to the ground. Tragedy escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tragedy throws a lazy right hand but Mein Armbach sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mein Armbach doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mein Armbach throws a body shot but no joy.
Tragedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Tragedy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Mein Armbach looks to land a combination but Tragedy avoids it well.
Mein Armbach keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tragedy.
Mein Armbach moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've been told by Tragedy's head coaches at Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tragedy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mein Armbach's head.
Tragedy avoids the body shot from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tragedy works over Mein Armbach's head and body with a nice combination.
It looks like Bender Mein Armbach 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!
Tragedy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mein Armbach takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tragedy connects with a nice looking jab.
Tragedy misses with an uppercut
and Mein Armbach counters with a nice body shot.
Mein Armbach thows a leg kick but Tragedy checks it
and Tragedy counters with an outside leg kick.
Tragedy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tragedy misses with a straight right.
Mein Armbach is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tragedy with a body shot.
Tragedy feints and then cracks Mein Armbach's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mein Armbach down.
Trage Tragedy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
An inside leg kick lands from Tragedy.
Mein Armbach connects with a body shot.
Tragedy swings for the body but Mein Armbach moves out of range.
Tragedy scores with a hook to the body. Mein Armbach takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mein Armbach ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
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!
Mein Armbach closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tragedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tragedy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mein Armbach throws out the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Tragedy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mein Armbach has Tragedy up against the cage in a clinch.
Mein Armbach looking for a takedown.
Mein Armbach jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tragedy walks away with a smile on his face. Mein Armbach gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Trage Tragedy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bender Mein Armbach.
Tragedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mein Armbach moves away.
Good standup being displayed there by Tragedy as he connects with a hook.
Tragedy misses with a low kick.
Mein Armbach lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tragedy at a distance.
Tragedy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mein Armbach looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tragedy dives in and scores a takedown into Mein Armbach's guard.
Tragedy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mein Armbach looking to control.
Mein Armbach being controlled here, momentarily.
Tragedy stopping the sweep attempt from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tragedy 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 Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mein Armbach is not content to let Tragedy control the position.
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.
Tragedy is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Mein Armbach is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
You can see the frustration on Mein Armbach's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mein Armbach manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Mein Armbach is trying to get back to full guard.
Mein Armbach is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tragedy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tragedy's back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Trage Tragedy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bender Mein Armbach's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Tragedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mein Armbach.
An inside leg kick from Tragedy misses.
Mein Armbach appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mein Armbach.
It looked like Tragedy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Mein Armbach dodges the punch combination from Tragedy.
Mein Armbach is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tragedy with a body shot.
Tragedy with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tragedy tries to bum rush Mein Armbach with a series of wild strikes but Mein Armbach uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mein Armbach misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tragedy misses with a body shot.
Mein Armbach moves away from the strike by Tragedy.
Tragedy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tragedy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mein Armbach throws a series of punches but Tragedy avoids them all with ease.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tragedy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tragedy misses with a body punch
enabling Mein Armbach to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab lands there for Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tragedy.
Tragedy moves forwards but Mein Armbach connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tragedy lands a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tragedy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mein Armbach drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tragedy defends it well.
Mein Armbach jabs Tragedy right on the nose. Tragedy blinks but takes it well.
Tragedy throws a hook but Mein Armbach blocks it.
Tragedy throws a body kick that misses
and Mein Armbach counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tragedy trying to control but Mein Armbach postures up.
Tragedy wants to control the action here but instead Mein Armbach manages to pass to full mount!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mein Armbach unloading with bombs!
Mein Armbach misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Mein Armbach goes for an armbar but Tragedy turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Tragedy.
Mein Armbach escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tragedy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mein Armbach is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mein Armbach manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tragedy manages to get himself to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mein Armbach pushing down on Tragedy's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tragedy regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tragedy wants to sweep but no luck.
Mein Armbach postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tragedy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tragedy controls Mein Armbach momentarily but Mein Armbach frees himself.
Tragedy pulls Mein Armbach in close to prevent any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mein Armbach postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tragedy is trying to keep Mein Armbach in close.
Mein Armbach working some strikes from top position.
Mein Armbach postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Mein Armbach trying to control but Tragedy is working from the bottom.
Mein Armbach trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mein Armbach throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mein Armbach throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tragedy keeping moving, preventing Mein Armbach from controlling successfully.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bender Mein Armbach showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bender Mein Armbach's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Tragedy gets tackled into the cage by Mein Armbach. Mein Armbach maintains the clinch.
Tragedy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mein Armbach backwards.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach wants to get back to striking at distance but Tragedy won't allow it.
Mein Armbach trying to stall but Tragedy improves his position.
Tragedy can't find room to land a body shot as Mein Armbach controls the action.
Tragedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tragedy throws a shot to the body.
Tragedy misses with a leg kick
and Mein Armbach decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tragedy's guard.
Mein Armbach working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mein Armbach trying to control the position from guard on top but Tragedy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tragedy trying to control the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mein Armbach accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tragedy keeping full guard, as Mein Armbach tries to pass.
Mein Armbach throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tragedy wants to sweep but no luck.
Mein Armbach throws a big elbow that misses.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Mein Armbach's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mein Armbach accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mein Armbach trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tragedy keeping moving, preventing Mein Armbach from controlling successfully.
Mein Armbach throws a strike but Tragedy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mein Armbach 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.
Mein Armbach is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mein Armbach looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mein Armbach looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mein Armbach working for a triangle but Tragedy defends it easily.
Tragedy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Mein Armbach has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tragedy 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 Mein Armbach.
You can see the frustration on Mein Armbach's face as Tragedy controls the position.
Mein Armbach sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
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.
Mein Armbach is not content to let Tragedy control the position.
Mein Armbach is trying to get back to full guard.
Mein Armbach won't allow Tragedy to pass to mount.
Mein Armbach is trying to control but can't.
Tragedy slows the pace down in half guard.
Mein Armbach is pressing down on Tragedy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mein Armbach looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tragedy passes into half guard.
Mein Armbach is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bender Mein Armbach.
I think Mein Armbach 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 28:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bender Mein Armbach!
Post fight, Bender Mein Armbach stared into the camera and said 'I Hiav vays of making you taap!!
You looze zen You Snooze...
Muahhhaahaaa!! '.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jack Tupp (ranked 1530 p4p, 1840 weight class) and Big Dog Gracie (ranked 200 p4p, 234 weight class). Tupp comes to the cage accompanied by Black No. 1. Gracie has chosen Gang out as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 12 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jack Tupp!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Felipe Paraventi and Leandro Rodrigues.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tupp misses with a body shot.
Gracie tries to counter by closing the distance.
Big Dog Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie drives through with a takedown into Tupp's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Gracie throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tupp works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tupp is keeping the position for now.
Gracie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gracie cracks Tupp with a solid left hand.
Gracie is looking to work some ground and pound but Tupp has wrist control.
Gracie trying to move into half guard but instead Tupp has managed to sweep!
Tupp controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupp trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tupp 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 Gracie.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie is looking to regain half guard here but Tupp keeps moving and retains side control.
Tupp stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Gracie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've been told by Tupp's head coaches at Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tupp misses with the combination.
Gracie shoots for a double leg takedown but Tupp sprawls well. He's pushed Gracie's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gracie shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tupp counters with a lovely straight right hand!
It looks like Big Dog Gracie has been cut.
Gracie shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tupp pinned against the cage. Tupp gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jack Tupp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tupp as he avoids it easily.
Gracie looking to score a takedown here. Tupp is defending well but Gracie drives through and ends up in Tupp's guard.
Tupp tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tupp preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tupp is pulling down on Gracie's head. It's preventing any offense from Gracie, at least for the moment.
Gracie forces his way into half guard.
Gracie is controlling the pace.
Tupp works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tupp keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses.
Gracie is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Tupp keeps moving.
Gracie sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gracie throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gracie with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gracie with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gracie is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Gracie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gracie scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gracie makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Tupp can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gracie wants to free his trapped foot but Tupp is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tupp to regain full guard.
Gracie scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Big Dog Gracie's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Gracie fails with the takedown.
Gracie shoots in and drives through. Tupp sprawls well.
Gracie fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tupp throws a quick counter kick to the body but Gracie avoids it.
Jack Tupp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.
Gracie scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tupp 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.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tupp to regain full guard.
Tupp can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tupp is trying to control but can't.
Gracie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tupp keeps working.
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie wants to take a breather but Tupp is having none of it.
Gracie throws a strike but Tupp avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Gracie passes Tupp's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Big Dog Gracie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gracie is thwarting Tupp's attempts to control the position.
Gracie moves nicely into side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie advances to mount.
Tupp takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Tupp working to try and regain half guard.
Tupp tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Gracie lands a big shot there that rocks Tupp but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Tupp is squirming around nicely.
Gracie looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Gracie looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Tupp tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Tupp regains half guard.
Gracie throwing shots but Tupp is blocking nicely.
Gracie drops an elbow to the side of Tupp's head.
Gracie with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tupp is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gracie throwing shots but Tupp is blocking nicely.
Gracie stops Tupp from getting back to his feet.
Gracie is thwarting Tupp's attempts to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gracie wants to work for an arm triangle but Tupp is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gracie trying to control the action but Tupp is working from the bottom.
Tupp is trying to stand.
Gracie thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tupp's head.
Gracie throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tupp trying to control here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Big Dog Gracie's cut.
That's time! Tupp's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Gracie is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tupp sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gracie fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tupp avoids it really well and circles away.
Gracie will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jack Tupp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.
Tupp gets the takedown into side control.
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tupp has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Tupp shows good takedown defense.
Gracie shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Tupp reverses the position - he's now on top in Gracie's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tupp has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Gracie is proving hard to escape from.
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gracie has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tupp 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 Gracie.
Gracie tries to buck Tupp off but Tupp is having none of it.
Tupp wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie tries to improve position but can't.
Big Dog Gracie is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
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.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Tupp trying to control the position but Gracie is working away.
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie is trying to control Tupp's posture but Tupp avoids it.
Tupp trying to control the action but Gracie is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tupp's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Gracie preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Gracie gets back to full guard.
Tupp is looking to stand up but Gracie won't let him.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Gracie looking to control.
Tupp avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jack Tupp has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gracie is working an open guard so Tupp takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Gracie closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tupp quickly recovers to half guard.
Tupp kicks Gracie off and gets back to his feet.
Tupp throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice sprawl there from Tupp as Gracie shoots in.
Tupp will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gracie is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Tupp showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gracie 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Jack Tupp was interviewed post fight and said 'I come in ready to die in this arena'.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Rickson Silva (ranked 1591 p4p, 684 weight class) and Balthazar Baker (ranked 241 p4p, 108 weight class). Silva's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, URSO O INVENCÍVEL. Balthazar Baker has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Rickson Silva's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 13 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Rickson Silva!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Balthazar Baker!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Emerson Jorge and Felipe Paraventi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silva misses with a takedown
and Baker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Silva doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Baker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Silva shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Silva prevents Baker from improving his position.
Baker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Baker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva being controlled here momentarily.
Baker working a defensive guard here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Silva missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Baker utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Baker working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Silva.
Baker avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Baker looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Silva lands a couple of digs.
Silva postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Silva stopping the sweep attempt from Baker.
Silva throwing strikes from guard but Baker blocks nicely.
Silva postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Baker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Silva postures up.
Baker looking for a guillotine here but Silva defends easily.
Silva throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Baker avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Silva has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Baker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Baker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Silva drops back looking for a leg! Baker is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Baker manages to kick Silva off! Silva jumps back into Baker's guard.
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.
Silva throws an elbow that misses. Baker uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Silva's guard. Nice move by Baker!
Baker stopping the sweep attempt from Silva.
Silva seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Baker wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving.
Silva tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Baker wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving.
Baker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Silva looking for a guillotine here but Baker defends easily.
Silva keeping full guard, as Baker tries to pass.
Silva working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Baker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Baker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Baker trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Silva is on top in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rickson Silva dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Silva shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Baker avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Silva.
Baker wants to get back to full guard.
Baker slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Silva postures up in Baker's guard and throws a big left but Baker blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Baker manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Silva has Baker in his guard.
Baker pushing down on Silva's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Baker seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Silva does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Baker drops an elbow to the side of Silva's head.
Silva makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Silva.
Baker looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Silva looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Baker has picked Silva up and slammed him! Silva can't keep hold of the triangle and Baker manages to pass to side control!
Silva is looking for a sweep.
Silva manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Silva throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Baker gets full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Baker is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Silva wants to get back to full guard.
Baker slips a nice elbow through Silva's hands, connecting with Silva's forehead.
Silva manages to get to full guard.
Silva looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Baker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
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!
Baker trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Baker won't allow Silva to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Baker scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Baker trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Silva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Baker is one step ahead there.
Baker passes Silva's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Baker lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Silva gets back to full guard.
Baker preventing the sweep.
Silva keeping full guard, as Baker tries to pass.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Baker landing some decent shots from guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Silva is on top in guard.
Silva throws a big right hand that misses.
Silva lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Silva drops back, looking for a kneebar! Baker looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Baker looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Baker!
Silva is looking to reverse the position.
Baker is looking to take a break and control but Silva is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Baker working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Balthazar Baker will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Silva smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Silva closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Baker's guard.
Silva postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Baker is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Silva, into his guard.
Silva wants to hit a sweep here but Baker passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Silva there!
Baker lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Silva hang on?
Silva working to try and regain half guard.
Baker wants to finish this one by submission but Silva is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Baker.
Baker prevents Silva from getting the reversal.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Baker cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Silva is wriggling around trying to escape.
Silva regains half guard.
Silva has hold of Baker's hands but Baker slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Silva works his way to full guard. Good work.
Baker working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Silva's head.
 Silva is rocked!
Silva wants to sweep but no luck.
Baker got a little sloppy there for a moment and Silva has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Baker has managed to get both his arms back between Silva's legs - danger averted.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Silva manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Baker manages to get himself to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Baker working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Silva doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Silva manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Baker has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Silva can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Baker is looking for a triangle but Silva pushes his legs off easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Baker is on top in guard.
Baker content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silva 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Baker in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Silva is looking for a triangle but Baker pushes his legs off easily.
Silva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Baker is one step ahead there.
Silva is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Silva trying to pass the guard but Baker defending well.
Silva thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Baker's head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Baker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Baker.
Baker working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Silva.
Silva scoring with punches to the head and body.
Baker wants to sweep here but Silva controlling him for the moment.
Silva postures up in Baker's guard and throws a big left but Baker blocks it.
Silva postures up.
Baker wants to sweep but no luck.
Silva throwing strikes from guard but Baker blocks nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Rickson Silva did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Baker enables Silva to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Baker manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Silva postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Silva lands a couple of digs.
Baker is rocked!
Silva gets to his feet and stands over Baker, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Baker felt that one! Silva unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Baker from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rickson Silva!
During a confident post fight interview, Rickson Silva thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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