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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Mr Universe (ranked 3670 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hershel Hasselhoff (ranked 2734 p4p, 0 weight class). Mr Universe has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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175 lbs
29 - 14 - 0 |
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175 lbs
5 - 3 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Great elbows
Cardio machine |
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BJJ Purple Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
29 - 14 - 0, fighting out of New York, Mr Universe!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Hershel Hasselhoff!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, John Kavanagh and Jorge Garcia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hasselhoff looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've been told by Universe's head coaches at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hasselhoff takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Universe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Universe scores with a three punch combo!
Hasselhoff is trying hard to land a takedown here. Universe sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Universe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Universe instigates a clinch.
Hasselhoff wants a takedown but no success here.
Mr Universe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hershel Hasselhoff.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Knees to the body from Universe.
Universe lands a nice knee to the body.
Universe manages to break the clinch.
A punch combination from Universe misses.
Hasselhoff tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Universe cracks Hasselhoff with a good jab.
Universe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hasselhoff's sensitive parts.
Universe throws a combination. Hasselhoff tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nice shot lands for Universe.
Hasselhoff closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Universe connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Universe plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hasselhoff takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice uppercut there from Universe.
Universe misses with a few strikes there.
Hasselhoff feints the counter takedown.
Universe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hasselhoff feints the counter takedown.
Universe lands a high kick!
Hasselhoff avoids a punch combination nicely.
Universe gets a clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Universe landing knees to the body.
Universe lands a nice knee to the body.
Hasselhoff looks winded!
Universe lands a nice elbow.
Universe lands an elbow inside.
Universe pushes Hasselhoff back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Universe.
Universe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Universe instigates a clinch.
Hasselhoff changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Universe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mr Universe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Universe lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
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!
Universe forces Hasselhoff back against the cage and clinches.
Hasselhoff tries to pull guard but Universe won't allow it.
Universe throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Universe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hasselhoff takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hasselhoff shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Universe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good exchange - Universe coming out on top.
Universe rushes Hasselhoff and presses him up against the cage.
Universe manages to break the clinch.
Universe scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Universe dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Hasselhoff showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Universe.
Universe lands a nice looking kick to the body. Hasselhoff takes a step back to recover.
An inside leg kick lands from Universe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Universe drives through and clinches with Hasselhoff against the cage.
Universe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hasselhoff blocks a head kick by Universe.
Universe lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hasselhoff circles away quickly and effectively.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Universe moves into range and clinches up with Hasselhoff.
Universe gets underhooks to prevent Hasselhoff's takedown attempt.
Universe is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Hasselhoff has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Universe after a bit of a struggle.
Knees to the body from Universe.
Hasselhoff is breathing heavily.
Universe crunches a lovely knee into Hasselhoff's ribcage.
A body shot lands from Universe.
Universe pushes Hasselhoff back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Universe lands a knee to the body.
Universe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Universe tries to bum rush Hasselhoff with a series of wild strikes but Hasselhoff uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Universe digs a good hook to Hasselhoff's body.
Universe moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Universe gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Universe lands a knee to the body.
Universe breaks the clinch.
Universe closes the distance and clinches.
Hasselhoff wants a takedown but no success here.
Mr Universe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hershel Hasselhoff.
Hasselhoff changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Universe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Universe scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Universe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hasselhoff has time to react.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Universe works the jab nicely.
Hasselhoff fails to land the takedown.
Universe lets loose with a powerful body kick. Hasselhoff will feel that in the morning.
Sloppy strikes from Universe. Those never looked like landing.
Universe scores with a leg kick.
Hasselhoff takes a shot to the body in his stride.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Universe throws a head kick that misses.
Universe rushes Hasselhoff and presses him up against the cage.
Universe utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Universe is struggling to control the position.
Hasselhoff has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Universe after a bit of a struggle.
Universe breaks the clinch.
Hasselhoff blocks a head kick by Universe.
Universe throws a series of punches but Hasselhoff avoids them all with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hasselhoff has a takedown stuffed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Universe dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Universe throws a nice looking combination but Hasselhoff bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Universe keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Universe lands with a right hand.
Universe lands a nice looking body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Universe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Universe.
Hasselhoff tries for a takedown but Universe circles away easily
and Hasselhoff takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mr Universe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Universe lands with a nice combination. Hasselhoff backs away looking to recover.
A solid leg kick lands there for Universe.
Universe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hasselhoff has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Universe throws a right and a left that Hasselhoff avoids nicely.
Universe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hasselhoff can do to turn this around?
Universe rushes Hasselhoff and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Universe lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hasselhoff or not.
The referee calls for Universe to work.
Hasselhoff is trying to pull guard but Universe has him pressed against the cage.
Mr Universe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hershel Hasselhoff.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Universe gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Universe working Hasselhoff over with knees to the body.
Hasselhoff takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Hasselhoff can't get the takedown.
Universe utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hasselhoff takes a knee to the side of the body.
Universe content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Hasselhoff takes a knee to the side of the body.
Universe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Universe. Hasselhoff shrugs it off though.
Universe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Universe lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Universe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hasselhoff doesn't seem bothered though.
Hasselhoff takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mr Universe is winning the standup battle so far.
Hasselhoff misses with a takedown attempt - Universe sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Universe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hasselhoff changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Universe has Hasselhoff up against the cage in a clinch.
Universe manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Universe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Universe unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Universe digs a right hand into Hasselhoff's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hasselhoff's gas tank.
Hasselhoff is looking for a takedown.
Universe breaks the clinch.
Universe closes the distance and clinches.
Universe stalling the fight.
Universe putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Hasselhoff in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mr Universe has scored more points in the clinch so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Universe lands a knee to the body.
Universe scores a nice knee to the body.
Nice elbow from Universe.
Hasselhoff's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Universe content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Mr Universe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hasselhoff takes an elbow to the forehead.
Hershel Hasselhoff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Knees to the body from Universe.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mr Universe showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Universe has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:24
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:24
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mr Universe!
A very excited looking Mr Universe made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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energy
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