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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Illuminati Killer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tane Henderson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tane Henderson is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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198 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Illuminati Killer!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
22 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Tane Henderson!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Killer tries to score a power double leg takedown but Henderson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Killer somewhat.
Henderson forces Killer back against the cage and clinches.
A frustrated look appears on Killer's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Henderson has hold of one of Killer's legs. Killer is fighting the takedown attempt but Henderson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Killer wants to get back to his feet but Henderson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Henderson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Killer manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Henderson is squirming around, avoiding Killer's attempts to control the action.
Henderson tries to hold on but Killer pushes him away.
Killer is looking to work his way around to Henderson's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Killer looking to finish with strikes here!
Killer can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Henderson is looking to escape.
Killer 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Henderson wants to hold on but Killer pushes him away.
Killer misses with a head shot.
Henderson regains half guard.
Killer is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Henderson wants to control but Killer is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Henderson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Killer.
Henderson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Henderson keeping control of the position.
Killer is looking to take a break and control but Henderson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Henderson trying to control but Killer postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Killer misses with a takedown attempt
and Henderson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Henderson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Killer doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Henderson landing with the ground and pound.
Killer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Henderson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Henderson preventing the sweep.
Henderson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Henderson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Henderson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Killer keeping full guard, as Henderson tries to pass.
Killer trying to keep a closed guard but Henderson is proving a slippery customer.
Killer keeping full guard, as Henderson tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Henderson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Killer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Killer is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Henderson tries to roll over but Killer keeps him under control.
Killer perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Killer wants to take a breather but Henderson is having none of it.
Henderson is trying to get back to full guard.
Henderson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Henderson.
Henderson working a defensive guard here.
Henderson keeping full guard, as Killer tries to pass.
Killer stopping the sweep attempt from Henderson.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Henderson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Killer.
Killer distracts Henderson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Henderson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Henderson slips a nice elbow through Killer's hands, connecting with Killer's forehead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Henderson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Killer trying to control here.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Killer is trying to stand up here but Henderson is controlling him well.
Henderson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tane Henderson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Killer defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Henderson.
Henderson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Killer tries to avoid it but Henderson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Killer to the ground. Killer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Killer darts in and clinches Henderson up against the cage.
Killer gets underhooks to prevent Henderson's takedown attempt.
Illuminati Killer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tane Henderson.
Henderson lands a takedown into guard.
Killer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Henderson defends it easily.
Henderson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Killer is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Henderson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Henderson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
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!
Henderson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Henderson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Henderson looking to pass the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Killer can't keep his opponent in guard - Henderson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Killer manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Killer looking to control.
Henderson postures up and lands a big shot to Killer's brow.
Killer working a defensive guard here.
Tane Henderson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Killer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Henderson manages to get himself to full guard.
Killer wants to get up but he can't break Henderson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Killer trying to control but Henderson is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Killer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Henderson keeping moving, preventing Killer from controlling successfully.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Killer slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Henderson regains half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Killer tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Henderson.
Henderson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Killer.
Henderson tries to roll over but Killer keeps him under control.
Henderson is pressing down on Killer's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Killer is fighting to break Henderson's control of his arms but Henderson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Killer looking to pass the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Henderson trying to keep a closed guard but Killer is proving a slippery customer.
Henderson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Killer haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Henderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Killer is one step ahead there.
Henderson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Killer's guard.
Killer has Henderson pulled in close to control his posture.
Henderson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Henderson is looking to advance position but Killer won't allow it.
Henderson thows a huge punch but Killer dodges it nicely.
Killer tries to roll over but Henderson keeps him under control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Killer regains full guard. Nicely done.
Killer is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Henderson is controlling him.
Henderson postures up in Killer's guard and throws a big left but Killer blocks it.
Killer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Killer trying to keep a closed guard but Henderson is proving a slippery customer.
Henderson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Killer working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Henderson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Henderson connects with a couple of short punches.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Henderson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Henderson is working Killer over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Henderson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Killer is trying to control the position but Henderson postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tane Henderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Henderson drives through with a takedown into Killer's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Killer 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.
Henderson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Killer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Henderson manages to get himself to full guard.
Henderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Killer is one step ahead there.
Henderson keeping full guard, as Killer tries to pass.
Henderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Killer is one step ahead there.
Henderson keeping moving, preventing Killer from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Killer won't allow Henderson to sweep him here.
Killer is looking to stand up but Henderson won't let him.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Killer wants to control from the top but Henderson keeps moving.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Illuminati Killer wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Killer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Henderson feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Henderson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Henderson throws a strike but Killer rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Killer tries to free his leg and advance position but Henderson is retaining full guard.
Henderson looking to control.
Henderson keeping moving, preventing Killer from controlling successfully.
Henderson is controlling Killer's posture.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Killer preventing the sweep.
Killer trying to control but Henderson is working from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Illuminati Killer.
Nice sprawl there from Henderson as Killer shoots in.
Killer misses with a takedown
and Henderson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Henderson connects with a nice short shot to Killer's temple.
Killer is trying to stand.
Henderson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Killer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Killer punching from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Killer is trying to control but can't.
Henderson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Killer wants to control but Henderson is keeping busy.
Henderson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Henderson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Killer is trying to maintain the position but Henderson is very close to passing his half guard.
Killer regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Henderson.
Killer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Henderson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Henderson throws a strike but Killer rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Killer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Henderson is keeping the position for now.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Henderson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Henderson controls Killer momentarily but Killer frees himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Tane Henderson has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Killer fails to land with a series of punches.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Henderson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Killer can't do much from the bottom here.
Illuminati Killer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tane Henderson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Killer pushes Henderson away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Henderson gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tane Henderson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Henderson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tane Henderson!
Tane Henderson gave a mention to ANABOLIC Nutrition 160Q and LAUNDRY 85% in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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