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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Geanluca Lorenzon (ranked 2412 p4p, 260 weight class) and Giorgio Armani (ranked 1998 p4p, 220 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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162 lbs
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155 lbs
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Counter fighter
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Geanluca Lorenzon!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Giorgio Armani!
The judges for this bout are Bart Greer, Daniel Franklin and Sandra Marshall.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lorenzon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Armani.
Lorenzon is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Armani closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Donk. Lorenzon catches Armani right on the button with a cross.
Lorenzon bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Armani's head backwards.
Lorenzon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Armani moves away.
Lorenzon misses with a hook.
A punch lands to the side of Armani 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armani doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lorenzon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lorenzon throws a hook but Armani blocks it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Armani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Armani shoots and misses
and Armani takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Geanluca Lorenzon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Giorgio Armani.
Lorenzon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lorenzon scores with a nice head shot.
Lorenzon connects with a right hand. Armani shakes it off.
Lorenzon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Armani fails with the takedown.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lorenzon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Armani manages to avoid it.
Lorenzon scores with a hook to the body. Armani takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Armani moves out of range of the strikes.
Lorenzon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Armani has his takedown stuffed
and Lorenzon counters with a nice body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Armani takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lorenzon is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lorenzon misses the jab.
Lorenzon throws out a loose jab but Armani uses good head movement to avoid it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Armani ducks under a wild hook from Lorenzon.
Armani looks for a takedown but Lorenzon sprawls well.
Lorenzon is looking to counter punch.
Jab from Lorenzon.
Armani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lorenzon.
Lorenzon scores with a nice strike.
Lorenzon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Armani shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lorenzon counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lorenzon looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lorenzon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Armani drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lorenzon is looking to stand back up but Armani counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Lorenzon.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Armani is working for a kimura but Lorenzon is defending it quite comfortably.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Armani is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Armani trying to control but Lorenzon is having none of it.
Armani landing strikes from the mount and Lorenzon is in trouble!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geanluca Lorenzon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Lorenzon takes a swing at Armani's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot by Lorenzon.
Lorenzon connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Armani momentarily.
A big left from Lorenzon misses.
Armani misses with a takedown
and Lorenzon counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armani walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lorenzon with a hook.
Armani moves out of range as Lorenzon strikes.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Armani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lorenzon.
Armani closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Armani misses with a takedown attempt
and Lorenzon counters with a straight right hand.
Armani moves forwards but Lorenzon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lorenzon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Armani feints the counter takedown.
Armani takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lorenzon lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Armani is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Lorenzon.
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!
Lorenzon lands a lovely overhand right.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lorenzon connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Armani momentarily.
Armani changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lorenzon tries to avoid it but Armani manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lorenzon to the ground. Lorenzon escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lorenzon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Geanluca Lorenzon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Giorgio Armani.
Lorenzon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lorenzon with a nice cross.
Lorenzon scores with a nice strike.
Geanluca Lorenzon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Armani closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Armani lands in his opponent's guard.
Lorenzon keeping moving, preventing Armani from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Armani is pushing down on Lorenzon's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lorenzon is fighting to maintain full guard but Armani has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lorenzon is looking for a sweep. Armani is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Armani is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Armani looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lorenzon tries to improve his position but Armani has taken his back! Armani has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Lorenzon tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Armani pushes Lorenzon away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Giorgio Armani!
Giorgio Armani is the new lightweight champion!
Giorgio Armani 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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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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