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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Cao Cao (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fedor Konuhov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Cao's entrance music is Cao Cao. A fine choice. Konuhov has chosen Art of War as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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170 lbs
8 - 3 - 0 |
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179 cm
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168 lbs
6 - 3 - 0 |
BJJ Brown Belt
Dangerous knees
Granite chin |
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Good takedowns
Basic striking
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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
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Cao Cao!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Fedor Konuhov!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Patrick Alders and Aafke Stam.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fight stays on the outside here - Cao looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Konuhov tries to move into range but Cao moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Konuhov shoots in looking for a takedown but Cao manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Konuhov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cao rushes Konuhov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Cao.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cao.
Cao working Konuhov over with knees to the body.
Cao is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cao is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cao is leaning against Konuhov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Cao unloads a knee to the mid-section. Konuhov lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Cao lands a body punch in the clinch.
Konuhov looks winded!
Cao gets through Konuhov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Konuhov being controlled against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cao crunches a lovely knee into Konuhov's ribcage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cao.
Cao is working Konuhov over against the cage.
Cao unloads a knee to the mid-section. Konuhov lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Knees in the clinch landing for Cao.
Cao utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cao utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Cao lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Konuhov or not.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cao lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Konuhov or not.
Come on Cao - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Cao lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Konuhov or not.
Nice body punch from Cao.
Cao landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Cao putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Konuhov in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Cao lands a shot to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cao.
Cao digs a right hand into Konuhov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Konuhov's gas tank.
Konuhov is trying to drag Cao to the mat but Cao just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cao Cao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Konuhov.
A left hand lands to the body for Cao.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cao lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Konuhov backwards.
Cao lands a right hand.
A hook to the body from Cao.
Nice body punch from Cao - that landed with a thud.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cao.
Cao scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cao displaying some good clinch control by pressing Konuhov up against the cage.
Cao lands a shoulder strike.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Konuhov wants to take the fight to the mat but Cao manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Our sources have told us that Cao has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Cao presses Konuhov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Knees in the clinch landing for Cao.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cao lands a nice uppercut.
Cao lands a body shot.
Cao has Konuhov pushed against the cage.
Cao cracks Konuhov with a nice body shot.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Cao digs a right hand into Konuhov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Konuhov's gas tank.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cao Cao dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Konuhov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cao tries to avoid it but Konuhov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cao to the ground. Cao escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Konuhov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Cao slaps away a takedown attempt from Konuhov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Konuhov misses with a shot to the body
and Cao counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Konuhov shoots for a double leg takedown but Cao sprawls well. He's pushed Konuhov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Cao Cao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Konuhov.
Cao clinches up with Konuhov and pushes him back against the cage.
Come on Cao - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Konuhov is breathing heavily.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cao.
Still in the clinch, Cao scores with a nice short uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Konuhov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cao prevents it.
Cao is pushing Konuhov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Konuhov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Cao Cao has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Konuhov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cao pulls his leg out and moves away.
Fedor Konuhov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Konuhov shoots in looking for a takedown. Cao tries to sprawl out of it but Konuhov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cao manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cao clinches up with Konuhov and pushes him back against the cage.
Konuhov can't get the takedown.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cao lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cao gets underhooks to prevent Konuhov's takedown attempt.
Konuhov takes a knee to the side of the body.
A short left from Cao.
Cao lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Konuhov.
Cao lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Cao lands a body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Konuhov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cao pulls his leg out and moves away.
Cao clinches up with Konuhov and pushes him back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Cao - that landed with a thud.
Cao scores with a hook to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Cao stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Cao lands a right hand that snaps the head of Konuhov backwards.
Cao lands a body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Cao.
A short right from Cao on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Cao takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Cao is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cao lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cao stalling.
Cao lands a good knee to the midsection. Konuhov won't want to take too many of those.
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!
Nice body punch from Cao.
Cao displaying some good clinch control by pressing Konuhov up against the cage.
Cao lands a hook that snaps the head of Konuhov backwards.
Cao lands a body shot.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Cao lands a body punch.
Cao'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.
Cao is working Konuhov over against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cao Cao dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Cao instigates a clinch.
Konuhov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cao prevents it.
Cao digs a right hand into Konuhov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Konuhov's gas tank.
A shot in the inside from Cao.
Cao lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Konuhov.
Cao makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cao lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Cao.
Konuhov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cao scores with a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cao lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Cao lands a good knee to the midsection. Konuhov won't want to take too many of those.
Cao leaning his opponent against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cao landing knees to the body.
Cao stalling the fight.
Cao scores with a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cao creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Cao - that landed with a thud.
Cao throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Konuhovs head.
Cao avoiding damage.
Cao working Konuhov over with knees to the body.
Cao Cao is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short body shot lands from Cao as the two fighters clinch.
Cao lands a knee to the body.
Konuhov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Cao pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Nice body punch from Cao.
Cao lands a body punch in the clinch.
Cao'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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Konuhov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cao fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cao Cao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Konuhov.
Cao fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Konuhov on the side of the head.
Konuhov shoots in but no luck this time.
Cao scores with a jab to the body.
Cao fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cao slaps away a takedown attempt from Konuhov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cao clinches with his opponent.
Konuhov is looking for a takedown.
Cao lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Konuhov wants to take the fight to the mat but Cao manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Konuhov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cao is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Fedor Konuhov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Cao lands a left hand that snaps the head of Konuhov backwards.
Cao is pressed up against the cage. Konuhov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cao down to the mat. Cao avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cao Cao showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cao has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:26
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:26
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cao Cao!
Our winner, Cao Cao, 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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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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