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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Tanner Mcfarland (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fran Lanza (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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193 lbs
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190 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
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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
2 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Tanner Mcfarland!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Fran Lanza!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Wagner Zegers and Radbod Blank.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lanza fails to land the takedown.
Lanza doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mcfarland counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fran Lanza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mcfarland leaves Lanza with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tanner Mcfarland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fran Lanza.
Lanza lands a high kick!
It looks like Tanner Mcfarland has been cut.
Lanza shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mcfarland is staying active underneath Lanza, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Mcfarland tries to get to full guard but Lanza has control of the leg.
Lanza looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mcfarland is looking for a sweep. Lanza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lanza decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Lanza 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.
Mcfarland controlling Lanza's posture.
Mcfarland trying to keep a closed guard but Lanza is proving a slippery customer.
Lanza showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Mcfarland is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lanza wants to control from the top but Mcfarland keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lanza got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcfarland has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lanza has managed to get both his arms back between Mcfarland's legs - danger averted.
Lanza stopping the sweep attempt from Mcfarland.
Mcfarland keeping moving, preventing Lanza from controlling successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Mcfarland is trying to hold Lanza in close to prevent damage but Lanza has managed to pass into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mcfarland taking some punishment here, with Lanza in his half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lanza is trying to control. Mcfarland wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lanza looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lanza lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lanza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lanza seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lanza throws a strike but Mcfarland avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Mcfarland escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lanza gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lanza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mcfarland dives on top into guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lanza wants to stand up but Mcfarland is controlling him.
Lanza looks winded!
Lanza utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mcfarland throws an elbow that misses. Lanza uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Mcfarland's guard. Nice move by Lanza!
Mcfarland keeping moving, preventing Lanza from controlling successfully.
Lanza gets to his feet. Mcfarland looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lanza is looking to clinch.
Lanza misses with a series of wild punches.
Mcfarland circles away from the clinch attempt
and Mcfarland decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lanza's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fran Lanza dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tanner Mcfarland's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Lanza closes the distance looking to clinch
and Mcfarland counters with a two punch combo.
Mcfarland misses with a kick to the body.
Lanza shoots for a double leg takedown but Mcfarland sprawls well. He's pushed Lanza's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lanza rushes Mcfarland and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lanza tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mcfarland smiles and moves away.
Lanza tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Mcfarland makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Lanza really felt that one!
Lanza tries to bum rush Mcfarland with a series of wild strikes but Mcfarland uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mcfarland tries to clinch but Lanza is having none of it.
Lanza shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Lanza is breathing heavily.
Mcfarland has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lanza is working away from the top position though.
Mcfarland wants to control the action here but instead Lanza manages to pass to full mount!
Lanza avoids the attempt from Mcfarland to control.
Lanza landing strikes from the mount and Mcfarland is in trouble!
Mcfarland is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Mcfarland wants to hold on but Lanza pushes him away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mcfarland tries to improve his position but instead Lanza has taken his back!
Lanza tries to keep control of the position but Mcfarland is staying busy.
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!
Mcfarland tries to roll but Lanza sticks to his back.
Lanza is punishing Mcfarland with some ground and pound.
I really don't envy Mcfarland right now.
Will Lanza go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Mcfarland tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Mcfarland sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lanza is controlling the pace.
Mcfarland trying to control but Lanza postures up.
Mcfarland is trying to get back to full guard.
Mcfarland wants to get back to full guard but Lanza has passed into side control.
Lanza decides to take the fight back to the feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lanza is looking to clinch but Mcfarland is avoiding it.
Lanza shoots in looking for a takedown. Mcfarland tries to sprawl out of it but Lanza keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mcfarland manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tanner Mcfarland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fran Lanza.
Lanza misses with a low kick.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mcfarland drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Mcfarland wants to get up but he can't break Lanza's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Lanza manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mcfarland manages to get himself to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Fran Lanza will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Tanner Mcfarland's cut.
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 get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Lanza misses with a combination
and Mcfarland holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lanza lands a hook that snaps the head of Mcfarland backwards.
Mcfarland has Lanza pressed against the cage.
Lanza manages to pull guard.
Lanza is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lanza bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mcfarland's guard.
Fran Lanza has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mcfarland working for a triangle but Lanza defends it easily.
Mcfarland is working an open guard so Lanza takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Lanza takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mcfarland lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lanza circles away quickly and effectively.
Lanza throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mcfarland's waist but Mcfarland gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lanza off to one side.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lanza or perhaps it was just good defense by Mcfarland, which made it look bad.
Lanza fails with a takedown attempt.
Tanner Mcfarland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fran Lanza.
Lanza stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lanza wants it to stay on the feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mcfarland lands a two punch combo.
Lanza avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mcfarland shoots for a takedown but Lanza saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Mcfarland. No joy for Lanza on that attempt.
Lanza fails with a takedown attempt.
Mcfarland shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lanza as he jumps to the side.
Mcfarland fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Lanza to the ground. Mcfarland is now in Lanza's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mcfarland is looking to work some ground and pound but Lanza has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mcfarland accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mcfarland is looking to work some ground and pound but Lanza has wrist control.
Mcfarland missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lanza 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.
Lanza working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mcfarland.
Lanza has his foot on Mcfarland's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mcfarland works his way back into a safe position though.
Mcfarland throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lanza is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mcfarland defends well.
Mcfarland postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mcfarland trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lanza working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mcfarland.
Mcfarland loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mcfarland working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lanza's head.
Fran Lanza is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mcfarland throws a big elbow that misses.
Mcfarland postures up in Lanza's guard and throws a big left but Lanza blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mcfarland is looking to stand up but Lanza won't let him.
Lanza is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tanner Mcfarland has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mcfarland trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tanner Mcfarland showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lanza has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fran Lanza!
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