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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kalle Kolmiokuristus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Djoser Rei (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kolmiokuristus comes to the cage accompanied by bad boy - cascada. 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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214 lbs
39 - 31 - 0 |
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210 lbs
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BJJ Red Belt
Excellent boxer
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World class MT
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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
39 - 31 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Kalle Kolmiokuristus!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
29 - 17 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Djoser Rei!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Daniel Franklin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rei throws a low kick but Kolmiokuristus moves out of range easily.
Kolmiokuristus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rei throws a counter combo.
Rei has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kolmiokuristus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rei throws a body kick that misses.
Kolmiokuristus drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've been hearing that Kolmiokuristus has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kolmiokuristus with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rei controlling Kolmiokuristus's posture.
Rei working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kolmiokuristus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kolmiokuristus throws a big elbow that misses.
Rei keeping full guard, as Kolmiokuristus tries to pass.
Rei wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus throws a big right hand that misses.
Kolmiokuristus missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kolmiokuristus trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kolmiokuristus postures up.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kolmiokuristus closes the distance and clinches up with Rei, looking for a takedown. Kolmiokuristus pushes Rei against the cage but Rei circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rei is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kolmiokuristus.
Rei throws a fast counter high kick but Kolmiokuristus manages to duck under it in time.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in looking for a takedown. Rei tries to sprawl out of it but Kolmiokuristus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rei manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kalle Kolmiokuristus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rei throws a hook but Kolmiokuristus avoids it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice takedown defense from Rei. No joy for Kolmiokuristus on that attempt.
Rei misses with a low kick as Kolmiokuristus jumps back.
Kolmiokuristus has a takedown stuffed.
Rei throws a big shot that misses.
Rei misses with a series of wild punches.
Kolmiokuristus misses with a takedown attempt
and Rei counters with a straight right hand.
It looks like Kalle Kolmiokuristus has been cut.
Rei tries to sprawl but Kolmiokuristus drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kolmiokuristus throws a strike but Rei avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Kolmiokuristus has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Rei seems keen to control Kolmiokuristus's posture.
Kolmiokuristus throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!
Kolmiokuristus throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rei works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rei is pulling down on Kolmiokuristus's head. It's preventing any offense from Kolmiokuristus, at least for the moment.
Rei's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kolmiokuristus trying to control but Rei is working from the bottom.
Rei looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kolmiokuristus is one step ahead there.
Kolmiokuristus throws a big elbow that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kolmiokuristus stopping the sweep attempt from Rei.
Kolmiokuristus loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Rei keeping moving, preventing Kolmiokuristus from controlling successfully.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kolmiokuristus changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rei tries to avoid it but Kolmiokuristus manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rei to the ground. Rei escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rei swings for the body but Kolmiokuristus moves out of range.
Kolmiokuristus misses with a takedown attempt - Rei sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown but Rei shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kolmiokuristus was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Rei tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rei managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kolmiokuristus.
Rei is not content to let Kolmiokuristus control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kalle Kolmiokuristus dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kalle Kolmiokuristus's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Rei takes a swing at Kolmiokuristus's ribcage but misses.
Rei scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rei finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kolmiokuristus tries to move into range but Rei moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kolmiokuristus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rei sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kolmiokuristus somewhat.
The fighters circling - Rei throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kolmiokuristus tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Rei manages to circle out of the way.
Rei moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rei is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
No luck for Kolmiokuristus with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kolmiokuristus fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kalle Kolmiokuristus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rei fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kolmiokuristus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rei misses with a looping left.
Rei fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kolmiokuristus.
Nice takedown defense from Rei. No joy for Kolmiokuristus on that attempt.
Rei is looking to clinch.
Rei misses with a body shot.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rei but Rei pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rei throws a body punch but Kolmiokuristus moves out of range.
Kolmiokuristus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rei has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kolmiokuristus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rei swivels and escapes.
Kolmiokuristus manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rei on his heels. He'll look to pass Rei's guard now, I'm sure.
Kolmiokuristus is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rei preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kolmiokuristus working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kolmiokuristus throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus being controlled here momentarily.
Kolmiokuristus throws a big elbow that misses.
Kolmiokuristus working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rei's head.
Kolmiokuristus postures up.
Kolmiokuristus throws an elbow that misses. Rei uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kolmiokuristus's guard. Nice move by Rei!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rei stopping the sweep attempt from Kolmiokuristus.
Rei wants to control from the top but Kolmiokuristus keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus is trying to keep Rei in close.
Kolmiokuristus has his hands on Rei's head, controlling the position.
Kolmiokuristus trying to keep a closed guard but Rei is proving a slippery customer.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Kolmiokuristus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kalle Kolmiokuristus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rei leaves Kolmiokuristus with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rei stalks Kolmiokuristus and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kolmiokuristus's face. Kolmiokuristus staggers backwards, shaken.
Nice sprawl there from Rei as Kolmiokuristus shoots in.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown but Rei shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Rei connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A big left from Rei misses.
Rei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in and gets a takedown into Rei's guard.
Rei keeping moving, preventing Kolmiokuristus from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rei is on top in guard.
Kolmiokuristus throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djoser Rei showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kalle Kolmiokuristus's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Rei digs a good hook to Kolmiokuristus's body.
Rei lands with a nice body kick.
Rei attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kolmiokuristus takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rei defends it nicely.
Rei feints and then cracks Kolmiokuristus's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kolmiokuristus down.
Nice cross by Rei.
Rei misses with a body shot.
It looked like Kolmiokuristus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rei.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rei as he jumps to the side.
Kolmiokuristus misses with a takedown
and Rei counters with a lovely shot to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kalle Kolmiokuristus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rei pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rei fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kolmiokuristus checks it well.
Kolmiokuristus walks into a jab.
Kolmiokuristus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kolmiokuristus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rei.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rei sprawls well. Rei wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kolmiokuristus gets slowly back to his feet.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in looking for a takedown. Rei tries to sprawl out of it but Kolmiokuristus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rei manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Djoser Rei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rei slaps away a takedown attempt from Kolmiokuristus, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rei lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kolmiokuristus circles away quickly and effectively.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rei scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rei wants to land a leg kick but Kolmiokuristus is out of range.
Rei misses with a body shot.
Kolmiokuristus fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Donk. Rei catches Kolmiokuristus right on the button with a cross.
Rei cracks Kolmiokuristus with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kalle Kolmiokuristus's cut is getting worse.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rei turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rei connects with a body shot that sends Kolmiokuristus's belly button to the back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rei leaves Kolmiokuristus with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kolmiokuristus moves out of range as Rei strikes.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in looking for a takedown but Rei manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kolmiokuristus's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A telegraphed right hand from Rei misses the target.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rei feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kolmiokuristuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kolmiokuristus takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rei swings for the body but Kolmiokuristus moves out of range.
Rei keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That kick from Rei tenderised Kolmiokuristus's leg. Kolmiokuristus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kolmiokuristus drops his hands momentarily and Rei takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kalle Kolmiokuristus's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Rei ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rei.
That kick from Rei tenderised Kolmiokuristus's leg. Kolmiokuristus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kolmiokuristus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a double leg but Rei sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rei as he jumps to the side.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kalle Kolmiokuristus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kolmiokuristus misses with the ground and pound.
Kolmiokuristus looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Rei is avoiding damage well.
Kolmiokuristus working away.
Rei managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kolmiokuristus.
Kolmiokuristus creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rei sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Kolmiokuristus postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kolmiokuristus tries to score with some ground and pound. Rei controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kolmiokuristus in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Rei takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kolmiokuristus working the ground and pound but Rei is defending the strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Djoser Rei comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rei 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Djoser Rei!
Djoser Rei seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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hype
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