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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Toshi Matoshin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Udo Hitzlsperger (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Matoshin comes into the arena with Mortal Kombat theme blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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160 lbs
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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
19 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Toshi Matoshin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Udo Hitzlsperger!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Elvis Blanc and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hitzlsperger ducks under a wild hook from Matoshin.
Matoshin moves out of range as Hitzlsperger throws a body kick.
Matoshin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Matoshin looks to land a left hand but Hitzlsperger moved out of range nicely.
Hitzlsperger takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Jab by Matoshin.
Hitzlsperger takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hitzlsperger.
Hitzlsperger clinches up against the cage.
Matoshin decides to pull guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Hitzlsperger pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Matoshin is keeping the position for now.
Hitzlsperger controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hitzlsperger trying to move into half guard but instead Matoshin has managed to sweep!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matoshin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Matoshin wants to control from the top but Hitzlsperger keeps moving.
Matoshin wants to pass the guard but Hitzlsperger is keeping the position.
Hitzlsperger is trying to keep Matoshin in close.
Matoshin trying to control but Hitzlsperger is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matoshin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hitzlsperger is keeping the position for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Matoshin throws an off balance right hand
and Hitzlsperger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hitzlsperger is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hitzlsperger fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Matoshin, pushing him back against the cage.
Matoshin successfully pulls guard.
Matoshin keeping full guard, as Hitzlsperger tries to pass.
Matoshin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hitzlsperger's guard.
Matoshin stopping the sweep attempt from Hitzlsperger.
Matoshin drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hitzlsperger manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Matoshin has Hitzlsperger in his guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hitzlsperger wants to control from the top but Matoshin keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matoshin has an active guard here but Hitzlsperger has managed to pass into half guard.
Matoshin is staying active underneath Hitzlsperger, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Matoshin is trying to get back to full guard.
Hitzlsperger wants to take a breather but Matoshin is having none of it.
Hitzlsperger might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Matoshin haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Hitzlsperger stalling.
Hitzlsperger is keen to just control but Matoshin is a slippery customer.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Udo Hitzlsperger has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
That kick from Hitzlsperger tenderised Matoshin's leg. Matoshin is trying to keep his angry face on.
A shot to the body from Hitzlsperger misses
and Matoshin counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Matoshin blocking some punches.
Hitzlsperger lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hitzlsperger swings wildly with an uppercut but Matoshin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hitzlsperger doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Matoshin manages to pull guard.
Matoshin keeping moving, preventing Hitzlsperger from controlling successfully.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Matoshin wants to control but Hitzlsperger passes easily into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matoshin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Toshi Matoshin 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.
Matoshin tries to keep at a distance but Hitzlsperger has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hitzlsperger doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hitzlsperger softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Matoshin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Matoshin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hitzlsperger gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hitzlsperger in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Hitzlsperger controlling the action here for a moment.
Matoshin drags the fight down to the ground.
Hitzlsperger wants to get up but he can't break Matoshin's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Hitzlsperger throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hitzlsperger wants to pass the guard but Matoshin is keeping the position.
Matoshin pulls Hitzlsperger in close to prevent any damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hitzlsperger trying to stand up but can't free himself from Matoshin's guard.
Matoshin has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hitzlsperger 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 Matoshin.
Hitzlsperger goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Matoshin rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hitzlsperger's guard! Nice work there by Matoshin!
Hitzlsperger has control of Matoshin's left arm, preventing Matoshin from doing any damage.
Matoshin wants to control from the top but Hitzlsperger keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hitzlsperger is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hitzlsperger can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Matoshin controls the pace.
Matoshin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hitzlsperger is keeping the position for now.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Matoshin wants to slow Hitzlsperger down by chopping away at his legs.
Udo Hitzlsperger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Matoshin is looking to clinch.
Hitzlsperger showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Matoshin.
Matoshin moves into the clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A head punch on the inside from Hitzlsperger fails to land.
Hitzlsperger swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Matoshin has hold of one of Hitzlsperger's legs. Hitzlsperger is fighting the takedown attempt but Matoshin gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Matoshin wants to control from the top but Hitzlsperger keeps moving.
Hitzlsperger not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Matoshin drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hitzlsperger looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hitzlsperger looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hitzlsperger!
Hitzlsperger wants to control but Matoshin is keeping him busy.
Hitzlsperger working the strikes but Matoshin uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Matoshin is staying active underneath Hitzlsperger, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hitzlsperger not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hitzlsperger is keen to just control but Matoshin is a slippery customer.
Hitzlsperger is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Matoshin won't allow Hitzlsperger to pass to mount.
Hitzlsperger wants to get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Matoshin is not content to let Hitzlsperger control the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Udo Hitzlsperger 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Hitzlsperger scores with a hook.
Hitzlsperger drives through and clinches with Matoshin against the cage.
Hitzlsperger throws a punch but it's blocked by Matoshin.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Matoshin.
Matoshin tries for a takedown but Hitzlsperger manages to get underhooks.
Hitzlsperger working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Matoshin tries for a takedown. No joy.
Matoshin blocking some punches.
Hitzlsperger stalls.
Hitzlsperger misses with a punch to the body.
Hitzlsperger gets through Matoshin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Matoshin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Matoshin prevents a body shot from Hitzlsperger.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matoshin manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Hitzlsperger trying to control the position from guard on top but Matoshin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hitzlsperger distracts Matoshin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Matoshin wants to sweep but no luck.
Matoshin keeping moving, preventing Hitzlsperger from controlling successfully.
Udo Hitzlsperger has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hitzlsperger tries to free his leg and advance position but Matoshin is retaining full guard.
Matoshin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Matoshin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Hitzlsperger connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Matoshin's hands.
Hitzlsperger has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matoshin pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hitzlsperger is out of range and Matoshin settles back down.
Hitzlsperger drives through and clinches with Matoshin against the cage.
Matoshin has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hitzlsperger uses from the top position.
Matoshin keeping full guard, as Hitzlsperger tries to pass.
Hitzlsperger sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hitzlsperger tries to free his leg and advance position but Matoshin is retaining full guard.
Matoshin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hitzlsperger stopping the sweep attempt from Matoshin.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Matoshin keeping moving, preventing Hitzlsperger from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Udo Hitzlsperger hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Hitzlsperger closes the distance and clinches.
Hitzlsperger throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Matoshin successfully pulls guard.
Matoshin pulls Hitzlsperger in to control the position.
Hitzlsperger is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hitzlsperger preventing the sweep.
Hitzlsperger slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Udo Hitzlsperger.
Matoshin lands a lovely overhand right.
Matoshin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Matoshin misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Hitzlsperger counters with a nice leg kick.
Hitzlsperger throws a hook but Matoshin avoids it easily.
Hitzlsperger throws a leg kick
and Matoshin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
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!
Matoshin darts in looking for a takedown but Hitzlsperger gets double underhooks and turns Matoshin into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Toshi Matoshin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hitzlsperger misses with a short punch on the inside.
Matoshin is trying to drag Hitzlsperger to the mat but Hitzlsperger just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Matoshin tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hitzlsperger smiles and moves away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Udo Hitzlsperger comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hitzlsperger 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Udo Hitzlsperger!
Udo Hitzlsperger decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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