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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Steve Orvel (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Banjo Sanjo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Orvel might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Iron Maiden The Wicker Man . Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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200 lbs
9 - 6 - 0 |
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205 lbs
3 - 1 - 0 |
Good takedowns
Counter fighter
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Steve Orvel!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Banjo Sanjo!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Paulo Santos and Felipe Paraventi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sanjo moves in looking to clinch but Orvel pushes him off.
Excellent takedown into side control there by Orvel.
Orvel is trying to get an arm triangle but Sanjo is defending well.
Orvel tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Orvel has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sanjo is not content to let Orvel control the position.
Orvel tries for a kimura but Sanjo is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Orvel remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Orvel thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Orvel is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sanjo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Orvel is looking to take a break and control but Sanjo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Orvel's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Orvel tries for a kimura but Sanjo is defending well.
Sanjo is trying to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Orvel thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sanjo is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Orvel's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Sanjo looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Orvel pushes past his half guard into mount!
Orvel wants to control the pace but Sanjo is squirming around nicely.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Orvel swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Sanjo is now in Orvel's guard. A big mistake from Orvel there, giving up the dominant position!
Sanjo is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sanjo drops back looking for a leg! Orvel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Orvel manages to kick Sanjo off! Sanjo jumps back into Orvel's guard.
Orvel escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sanjo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanjo is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sanjo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sanjo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Orvel dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Sanjo closes the distance and clinches up with Orvel, looking for a takedown. Sanjo pushes Orvel against the cage but Orvel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sanjo has closed the distance and engaged Orvel in a clinch.
Orvel is trying to break free.
Orvel wants a takedown.
Sanjo is trying to pull guard but Orvel has him pressed against the cage.
Sanjo is trying to pull guard but Orvel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Steve Orvel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Banjo Sanjo.
Orvel is trying to break the clinch but Sanjo has him pressed against the cage.
Sanjo is trying to pull guard but Orvel has him pressed against the cage.
Orvel wants to take the fight to the mat but Sanjo manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Orvel is trying to break free.
Sanjo is trying to pull guard but Orvel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Orvel turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Orvel manages to end up in side control.
Orvel is trying to get an arm triangle but Sanjo is defending well.
Orvel is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Orvel goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sanjo has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Orvel but great work by Sanjo.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sanjo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Orvel is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orvel is working hard here to advance position.
Sanjo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sanjo has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Rio. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sanjo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Orvel has escaped the position, nice work there.
Orvel is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sanjo off and has taken his back!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Orvel has got his arm under Sanjo's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Sanjo has spun round into Orvel's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Sanjo stopping the sweep attempt from Orvel.
Sanjo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sanjo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sanjo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Steve Orvel overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sanjo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sanjo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Orvel is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sanjo is aware though and is defending well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sanjo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Orvel is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sanjo defends well.
Orvel looking for a guillotine here but Sanjo defends easily.
Sanjo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sanjo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sanjo drops back looking for a leg! Orvel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Orvel manages to kick Sanjo off! Sanjo jumps back into Orvel's guard.
Orvel is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Orvel looking for a guillotine here but Sanjo defends easily.
Sanjo is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Orvel dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Sanjo looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Orvel is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sanjo pulls his head out easily.
Sanjo wants to work for an arm triangle but Orvel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sanjo is working for a kimura but Orvel is defending it quite comfortably.
Sanjo is working for a submission of some sort.
Sanjo seems to be looking for submissions.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Orvel moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Orvel keeping full guard, as Sanjo tries to pass.
Orvel looking for a guillotine here but Sanjo defends easily.
Orvel working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sanjo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sanjo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Orvel has his foot on Sanjo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sanjo works his way back into a safe position though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Orvel looking for a guillotine here but Sanjo defends easily.
Sanjo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orvel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sanjo pushing down on Orvel's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Steve Orvel is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sanjo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Orvel knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sanjo seems to be looking for submissions.
Sanjo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Orvel doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sanjo.
Sanjo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sanjo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Orvel sees it coming and defends easily.
Orvel is concentrating on defense, preventing Sanjo from advancing position.
Orvel might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Orvel moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Orvel looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Orvel pulls Sanjo in close to prevent any damage.
Orvel throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Orvel throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sanjo wants to pass the guard but Orvel is keeping the position.
Orvel throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sanjo looking to pass the guard.
Orvel controlling the position.
Orvel keeping full guard, as Sanjo tries to pass.
Sanjo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sanjo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sanjo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orvel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Orvel looking for a guillotine here but Sanjo defends easily.
Sanjo drops back looking for a leg! Orvel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Orvel manages to kick Sanjo off! Sanjo jumps back into Orvel's guard.
Orvel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sanjo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Orvel tries to land a sweep but no joy.
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!
Sanjo drops back looking for a leg! Orvel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Orvel manages to kick Sanjo off! Sanjo jumps back into Orvel's guard.
Banjo Sanjo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sanjo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steve Orvel showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Orvel, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steve Orvel!
Post fight, Steve Orvel took to the microphone: 'WROCILEM, WROCILEM! RUTKOWSKI IDE PO CIEBIE'.
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