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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Jamey Lungerson (ranked 25243 p4p, 468 weight class) and Slavoljub Curcic (ranked 9819 p4p, 412 weight class). The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!
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138 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 5 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Jamey Lungerson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Slavoljub Curcic!
The judges for this bout are David Hoff, Bart Greer and Santiago Holmes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lungerson misses with a double jab.
Curcic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lungerson is fending him off so far but Curcic persists. Nope, Lungerson circles away and we're back to standing.
Curcic tries to clinch but Lungerson moves out of range.
Lungerson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lungerson is defended easily by Curcic.
A right-left combo lands from Lungerson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curcic rushes Lungerson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lungerson pulls guard successfully.
Lungerson is trying to control the position but Curcic postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Curcic tries to stand but Lungerson is controlling from the bottom.
Lungerson is controlling Curcic's posture.
Lungerson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Curcic trying to control the position from guard on top but Lungerson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Curcic is looking to work some ground and pound but Lungerson has wrist control.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lungerson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Curcic circles away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Lungerson moves to clinch but Curcic breaks away
enabling Curcic to counter with a crisp jab.
Lungerson has his takedown stuffed
and Curcic counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Lungerson is lucky that one didn't land flush.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jamey Lungerson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lungerson enables Curcic to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lungerson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Curcic trying to control the position from guard on top but Lungerson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Curcic drops back looking for a leg! Lungerson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lungerson manages to kick Curcic off! Curcic jumps back into Lungerson's guard.
Lungerson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Curcic postures up.
Lungerson is looking for a triangle but Curcic pushes his legs off easily.
Lungerson wants to sweep but no luck.
Curcic trying to control but Lungerson is working from the bottom.
Lungerson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Lungerson as Curcic shoots in.
Curcic avoids the head kick by Lungerson.
Curcic throws a counter combo.
Lungerson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lungerson swinging wildly here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Curcic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lungerson defends it nicely.
Lungerson shoots in but Curcic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Curcic moves into range and clinches up with Lungerson.
Lungerson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Curcic.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Curcic is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion 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 Jamey Lungerson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Lungerson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Curcic.
Curcic with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lungerson counters by moving into the clinch.
Curcic jumps guard.
Lungerson slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Lungerson wants to control from the top but Curcic keeps moving.
Lungerson looking to sit in guard and control but Curcic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lungerson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Curcic being controlled here momentarily.
Curcic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lungerson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Curcic has managed to get both his arms back between Lungerson's legs - danger averted.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Curcic postures up.
Curcic decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lungerson, up you get!
Curcic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lungerson's waist but Lungerson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Curcic off to one side.
Jamey Lungerson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slavoljub Curcic.
Curcic looks for a takedown but Lungerson sprawls well.
Lungerson fails to land the takedown.
As Lungerson backs off Curcic throws a huge counter combo but Lungerson manages to avoid it all.
Jamey Lungerson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Curcic has closed the distance and engaged Lungerson in a clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lungerson tries to break free but Curcic pushes him back against the cage.
Lungerson tries to break the clinch but Curcic is controlling the position.
Curcic stalling the fight.
Curcic just leaning against Lungerson, taking a breather.
Lungerson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Curcic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Curcic avoids a kick to the body.
Curcic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lungerson wants a takedown but no success here.
Lungerson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Lungerson has had enough of the clinch but Curcic keeps him there for the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lungerson is trying to break the clinch but Curcic is controlling him.
Lungerson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Curcic has him pressed against the cage.
Lungerson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Curcic is trying to keep an underhook but Lungerson manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Curcic is looking to improve his position.
Lungerson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Curcic's head.
Curcic wants to control but Lungerson is keeping busy.
Curcic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lungerson blocks the strikes from Curcic.
Curcic tries to get to full guard but Lungerson has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Curcic is refusing to be controlled, as Lungerson sits in half guard.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lungerson drives through and clinches with Curcic against the cage.
Curcic drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lungerson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Curcic misses with a takedown attempt - Lungerson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lungerson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Curcic is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jamey Lungerson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Curcic rushes Lungerson and presses him up against the cage.
Lungerson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Lungerson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Lungerson trying to stall but Curcic improves his position.
Curcic keeps control of Lungerson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lungerson tries to score a body lock takedown but Curcic shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lungerson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Nice body punch from Lungerson.
Lungerson can't break the clinch.
Curcic breaks from the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lungerson clinches up with Curcic and pushes him back against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Lungerson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Curcic jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lungerson walks away with a smile on his face. Curcic gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lungerson dives in for a single leg takedown but Curcic sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And Curcic tries to counter it with a takedown but Lungerson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jamey Lungerson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Curcic misses with a series of wild punches.
Lungerson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Curcic shoots in looking for a takedown but Lungerson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Curcic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Curcic leaves Lungerson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Curcic shoots in for a takedown but Lungerson shows good takedown defense.
Curcic fails with a takedown attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Curcic throws the kick towards the body but Lungerson avoids it.
Lungerson is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lungerson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Curcic swivels and escapes.
Nice sprawl there from Lungerson as Curcic shoots in.
Curcic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Curcic looks to clinch
and Lungerson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lungerson throws a head kick that misses.
Curcic shoots for a double leg takedown but Lungerson sprawls well. He's pushed Curcic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lungerson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lungerson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Curcic avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lungerson instigates a clinch.
Lungerson is trying to drag Curcic to the mat but Curcic just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Lungerson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Curcic avoids it.
Curcic manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Lungerson can't find room to land a body shot as Curcic controls the action.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Curcic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Curcic misses with a takedown attempt - Lungerson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lungerson closes the distance and clinches.
Curcic is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lungerson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Curcic pulls Lungerson into guard.
Lungerson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Curcic is keeping the position for now.
Lungerson stands up and waves to Curcic to follow him.
Slavoljub Curcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jamey Lungerson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Curcic falls off balance throwing a combination
and Lungerson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that's the end of the fight!
Jamey Lungerson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lungerson, 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 David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 30:27
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jamey Lungerson!
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