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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Bapit Pradchapet (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kichiro Kaneko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pradchapet comes to the cage accompanied by Wanted Dead or Alive. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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183 lbs
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186 lbs
16 - 9 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
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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
24 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Bapit Pradchapet!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
16 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Kichiro Kaneko!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Steve Montenegro and Chad Campbell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kaneko changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Pradchapet looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kaneko lands a few punches from side control.
Kaneko lands an elbow.
Pradchapet tries to improve position but can't.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Pradchapet is trying to control Kaneko's posture but Kaneko avoids it.
Kaneko lands some shots froms side control.
Pradchapet tries to bench press Kaneko off him but Kaneko keeps the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
You can see the frustration on Pradchapet's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pradchapet taking a bit of punishment here - Kaneko scoring with strikes.
Pradchapet is looking for a sweep.
Kaneko is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pradchapet knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pradchapet can't do much from the bottom here.
Pradchapet tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Pradchapet's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kaneko landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Pradchapet is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaneko lands an elbow.
Kaneko creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pradchapet sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Kaneko scoring with punches and elbows.
Kaneko connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Pradchapet some visible discomfort.
Pradchapet is trying to control Kaneko's posture but Kaneko avoids it.
Kaneko lands an elbow.
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!
Kaneko working away.
Pradchapet sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Pradchapet is trying to control but can't.
Kaneko throwing shots but Pradchapet is blocking nicely.
Kaneko wants to control but Pradchapet is keeping him busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kaneko works his way into side control.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Pradchapet is looking for a sweep.
Kaneko lands a nice forearm strike.
You can see the frustration on Pradchapet's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pradchapet regains half guard.
Kaneko thows a huge punch but Pradchapet dodges it nicely.
Pradchapet trying to hold on to Kaneko's head to control him but Kaneko postures up.
Kaneko working the head and body with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pradchapet manages to get to full guard.
Kaneko preventing the sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kaneko throwing strikes but missing.
Pradchapet looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kaneko is one step ahead there.
Pradchapet looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kaneko passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Pradchapet manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Pradchapet trying to control from the bottom.
Pradchapet is looking for a sweep. Kaneko is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pradchapet controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Pradchapet taking some punishment here, with Kaneko in his half guard.
Kaneko landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Pradchapet flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kaneko throws a strike but Pradchapet avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kaneko wants to control from the top but Pradchapet keeps moving.
Kaneko scoring with some ground and pound.
Kaneko makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kaneko working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kaneko won't allow Pradchapet to sweep him here.
Kaneko slips nicely into half guard.
Pradchapet keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pradchapet trying to control from the bottom.
Kaneko is trying to work for a kimura but Pradchapet is defending well.
Pradchapet is concentrating on defense, preventing Kaneko from advancing position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Pradchapet trying to hold on to Kaneko's head to control him but Kaneko postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kichiro Kaneko dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
A chopping leg kick lands by Pradchapet.
Pradchapet lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kaneko circles away quickly and effectively.
Kaneko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pradchapet throws a leg kick but Kaneko sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kaneko tests Pradchapet's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kaneko pushes Pradchapet up against the cage in a clinch.
Kaneko prevents a body shot from Pradchapet.
Kaneko lands an uppercut.
Kaneko gets through Pradchapet's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kaneko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pradchapet's elbow.
Kaneko gets through Pradchapet's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pradchapet.
Kaneko blocks a body shot from Pradchapet.
A short right from Kaneko on the inside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pradchapet lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kaneko avoids the elbow strike from Pradchapet, against the cage.
Pradchapet pushes Kaneko back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Pradchapet fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kaneko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pradchapet scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Pradchapet tries to throw a body punch but Kaneko avoids it by throwing Pradchapet back against the cage.
Kaneko can't find room to land a body shot as Pradchapet controls the action.
Pradchapet lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kaneko misses with some punches.
Pradchapet throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaneko.
Pradchapet tries to land knees in the clinch but Kaneko avoids the damage to the body.
Kaneko lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pradchapet misses with a punch on the inside.
Pradchapet with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Pradchapet's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kaneko fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pradchapet checks it well.
Nice uppercut lands for Kaneko. That snapped Pradchapet's head back.
Pradchapet misses with a wild body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kaneko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pradchapet.
Pradchapet takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pradchapet misses with a double jab.
Kaneko misses with a jab to the body
and Pradchapet counters with a stiff right hand.
Kaneko misses the shot to the body.
Pradchapet uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kaneko.
Pradchapet attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kaneko takes a swing at Pradchapet's ribcage but misses.
Pradchapet keeps the fight on the outside.
Horrible takedown by Kaneko or perhaps it was just good defense by Pradchapet which made him look bad.
Pradchapet walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kaneko is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Pradchapet rather than just go for the knockout.
Kaneko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pradchapet was well out of range. Poor timing from Kaneko.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pradchapet lands a slapping body shot.
Kaneko throws a shot to the body.
Kaneko misses with a body kick.
Kaneko tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Pradchapet manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kaneko throws a head kick but Pradchapet moves out of range.
Good exchange - Kaneko coming out on top.
Pradchapet ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaneko moves away.
Kaneko avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kaneko misses with a low kick as Pradchapet jumps back.
Kaneko avoids the body shot from Pradchapet.
Kaneko drops his hands momentarily and Pradchapet takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kaneko tries for a takedown but Pradchapet circles away easily
and Pradchapet counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A swing and a miss from Kaneko.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kaneko lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Pradchapet has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pradchapet and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kaneko avoids the body shot from Pradchapet.
Pradchapet misses with an uppercut. Kaneko saw that one coming.
Kaneko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kaneko shoots in for a takedown but Pradchapet shows good takedown defense.
Bapit Pradchapet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kichiro Kaneko.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pradchapet. Kaneko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kichiro Kaneko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaneko attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kaneko showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pradchapet.
Pradchapet cracks Kaneko with a good jab.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Pradchapet lands a leg kick that knocks Kaneko off balance momentarily.
Kaneko throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pradchapet's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bapit Pradchapet will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Pradchapet misses with a leg kick.
A punch combination from Kaneko misses.
A jab from Pradchapet misses.
Pradchapet misses with a body shot.
Pradchapet checks a leg kick.
Kaneko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pradchapet manages to avoid it.
Pradchapet comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kaneko has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pradchapet finds it's way round the side to connect with Kaneko's head.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kaneko.
Good leg kick by Pradchapet there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kaneko fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pradchapet, pushing him back against the cage.
Kaneko is looking for a takedown.
Pradchapet using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kaneko has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pradchapet gets underhooks to prevent Kaneko's takedown attempt.
Bapit Pradchapet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kichiro Kaneko.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pradchapet throws a knee to the head but misses.
Pradchapet lands an elbow that stopped Kaneko in his tracks for a moment.
Kaneko misses with the head strike.
Pradchapet tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A short left from Pradchapet.
Kaneko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pradchapet's elbow.
Kaneko misses with a punch on the inside.
Pradchapet stops a takedown attempt from Kaneko.
Pradchapet is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kaneko is defending well for now.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Pradchapet swings wildly with an uppercut but Kaneko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pradchapet doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pradchapet blocking some punches.
Pradchapet scores with a shot to the side of Kaneko's head.
Pradchapet has had enough of the clinch but Kaneko keeps him there for the moment.
Kaneko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kaneko lands on the inside with an uppercut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pradchapet prevents a body shot from Kaneko.
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!
Kaneko lands with a right to the head.
Bapit Pradchapet has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Pradchapet blocks an uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Pradchapet as Kaneko tries to tie him up.
Kaneko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Pradchapet misses with the head strike.
Kaneko misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pradchapet.
Pradchapet lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kaneko backwards.
Kaneko on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kaneko lands a shoulder strike.
Pradchapet fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pradchapet lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kaneko tries to score a body lock takedown but Pradchapet shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Pradchapet misses with a punch to the body.
Kaneko has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Pradchapet is trying to keep an underhook but Kaneko manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Pradchapet avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kaneko.
Kaneko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pradchapet is looking for a sweep. Kaneko is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kaneko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pradchapet doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kaneko.
Pradchapet tries to roll over but Kaneko keeps him under control.
Pradchapet is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kaneko pulls his head out easily.
Pradchapet has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kaneko is working away from the top position though.
Kaneko is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Pradchapet in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Pradchapet is bucking up trying to escape but Kaneko cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pradchapet is desperately trying to improve his position but Kaneko has a good base and remains in mount.
Kaneko lands a big shot there that rocks Pradchapet but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pradchapet tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kaneko lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Pradchapet hang on?
Pradchapet is rocked!
Pradchapet tries to hold on but Kaneko pushes him away.
Oh Pradchapet is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
A big strike lands for Kaneko! That's really hurt Pradchapet and he's turned his back - Kaneko keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Kaneko jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kichiro Kaneko!
Kichiro Kaneko managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, - - - - - All Nutrients 160 - - - - -, into his post fight interview.
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