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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Jannis Arvanitidis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Keijo Kerjalainen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kerjalainen has chosen krolithika as his entrance music. Jannis Arvanitidis could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Keijo Kerjalainen's chin.
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157 lbs
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168 lbs
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Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
Insanely flexible |
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Good wrestler
World class MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
17 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jannis Arvanitidis!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
24 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Keijo Kerjalainen!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kerjalainen avoids a punch combination nicely.
A lazy left from Kerjalainen finds it's target.
Arvanitidis takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Arvanitidis tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kerjalainen swivels and escapes.
Arvanitidis fails to land the takedown.
Jannis Arvanitidis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arvanitidis fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kerjalainen sprawls well initially but Arvanitidis persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kerjalainen tries to roll over but Arvanitidis keeps him under control.
Arvanitidis seems to be looking for submissions.
Arvanitidis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kerjalainen defends it well.
We've been hearing that Arvanitidis has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kerjalainen is staying active underneath Arvanitidis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kerjalainen keeping hold of Arvanitidis's head, controlling as best he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Arvanitidis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Arvanitidis lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kerjalainen gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kerjalainen is trying to keep Arvanitidis in close.
Arvanitidis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kerjalainen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kerjalainen can't keep his opponent in guard - Arvanitidis advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Arvanitidis wants to work for an arm triangle but Kerjalainen is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Arvanitidis is looking for a kimura but Kerjalainen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arvanitidis to get the leverage.
Kerjalainen trying to control from the bottom.
Arvanitidis is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kerjalainen doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Arvanitidis.
Arvanitidis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kerjalainen has managed to free his arm - good work.
Arvanitidis thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Arvanitidis is looking to advance position but Kerjalainen won't allow it.
Kerjalainen is trying is best to control the position here.
Kerjalainen won't allow Arvanitidis to pass to mount.
Kerjalainen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kerjalainen works his way to full guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kerjalainen trying to keep a closed guard but Arvanitidis is proving a slippery customer.
Kerjalainen is looking to stand up but Arvanitidis isn't so interested in that idea.
Kerjalainen keeping moving, preventing Arvanitidis from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Kerjalainen throws a series of punches but Arvanitidis avoids them all with ease.
Kerjalainen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Arvanitidis.
Arvanitidis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Arvanitidis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Arvanitidis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kerjalainen connects with a crisp jab.
Arvanitidis 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Arvanitidis accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kerjalainen wants to get back to his feet but Arvanitidis is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Arvanitidis looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kerjalainen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Arvanitidis looking to sit in guard and control but Kerjalainen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jannis Arvanitidis dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
A punch combination from Arvanitidis misses.
Arvanitidis throws a series of punches but Kerjalainen avoids them all with ease.
Arvanitidis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kerjalainen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice body punch from Kerjalainen.
Arvanitidis needs to keep his hands up - Kerjalainen had a free shot at his head there.
Arvanitidis tries to bum rush Kerjalainen with a series of wild strikes but Kerjalainen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Arvanitidis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kerjalainen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jannis Arvanitidis is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Arvanitidis fails with the takedown
and Kerjalainen counters with a nice leg kick.
Kerjalainen clinches with his opponent.
Arvanitidis blocks an uppercut.
Arvanitidis slowing the pace effectively.
Kerjalainen lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Arvanitidis or not.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
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!
Kerjalainen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kerjalainen gets through Arvanitidis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kerjalainen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kerjalainen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kerjalainen misses with the head strike.
Arvanitidis blocks an uppercut.
Arvanitidis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kerjalainen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arvanitidis's elbow.
Kerjalainen lands with a right to the head.
Arvanitidis is rocked!
Arvanitidis tries to stall but Kerjalainen uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kerjalainen throws a head punch that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Kerjalainen.
Kerjalainen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Oh Arvanitidis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Arvanitidis is looking to take this one to the mat.
Arvanitidis seems to have got his legs back now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jannis Arvanitidis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arvanitidis blocks a body shot from Kerjalainen.
Arvanitidis blocks an uppercut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A head punch on the inside from Kerjalainen fails to land.
Kerjalainen working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Kerjalainen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kerjalainen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Arvanitidis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kerjalainen cracks Arvanitidis with a nice body shot.
Arvanitidis blocking some punches.
Arvanitidis blocks an uppercut.
Kerjalainen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arvanitidis's elbow.
Kerjalainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kerjalainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kerjalainen gets underhooks to prevent Arvanitidis's takedown attempt.
Kerjalainen struggles to land a body shot inside as Arvanitidis controls his hands.
Kerjalainen throws a head punch that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kerjalainen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kerjalainen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Arvanitidis backwards.
Kerjalainen swings wildly with an uppercut but Arvanitidis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kerjalainen throws a head punch that misses.
Kerjalainen gets through Arvanitidis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kerjalainen tries to throw a body punch but Arvanitidis avoids it by throwing Kerjalainen back against the cage.
Kerjalainen throws a head punch that misses.
Kerjalainen misses with a punch on the inside.
Kerjalainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kerjalainen lands an uppercut.
Kerjalainen lands a left hand.
Kerjalainen throws a head punch that misses.
Kerjalainen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Arvanitidis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Arvanitidis is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Kerjalainen misses with some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kerjalainen.
Arvanitidis has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kerjalainen after a bit of a struggle.
Kerjalainen throws a head punch that misses.
Arvanitidis is trying to drag Kerjalainen to the mat but Kerjalainen just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kerjalainen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kerjalainen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kerjalainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Keijo Kerjalainen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Arvanitidis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Arvanitidis dives in and grabs Kerjalainen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kerjalainen pushes down on Arvanitidis's head and hops out.
Kerjalainen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Arvanitidis's hands.
Kerjalainen stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kerjalainen wants it to stay on the feet.
Kerjalainen connects with the punch.
Arvanitidis fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jannis Arvanitidis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arvanitidis shoots in for a double leg but Kerjalainen sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kerjalainen.
Kerjalainen has managed to clinch.
Arvanitidis tries for a takedown but Kerjalainen manages to get underhooks.
Arvanitidis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kerjalainen lands a hook that snaps the head of Arvanitidis backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kerjalainen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Arvanitidis's efforts to push away.
Kerjalainen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kerjalainen misses with a punch to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Arvanitidis prevents a body shot from Kerjalainen.
Kerjalainen swings wildly with an uppercut but Arvanitidis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Arvanitidis is trying to drag Kerjalainen to the mat but Kerjalainen just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kerjalainen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kerjalainen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Arvanitidis.
Kerjalainen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Kerjalainen lands a left hand.
A short uppercut from Kerjalainen.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice body punch from Kerjalainen.
Kerjalainen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Arvanitidis is working for takedown but Kerjalainen is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kerjalainen tries to throw a body punch but Arvanitidis avoids it by throwing Kerjalainen back against the cage.
Kerjalainen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kerjalainen is leaning against Arvanitidis and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kerjalainen misses with the head strike.
Kerjalainen misses with the head strike.
Kerjalainen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kerjalainen misses with a punch on the inside.
Arvanitidis blocking some punches.
Kerjalainen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arvanitidis's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Kerjalainen fails to land.
Kerjalainen lands with a right to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kerjalainen tries a body shot but Arvanitidis blocks it.
Kerjalainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kerjalainen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Arvanitidiss head.
Kerjalainen throws a big uppercut that drops Arvanitidis! More strikes from Kerjalainen and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Arvanitidis lies dazed against the cage as Kerjalainen celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Keijo Kerjalainen!
A very excited looking Keijo Kerjalainen rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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