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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Tiago Alexandre (ranked 535 p4p, 69 weight class) and Julio Cesar Sitsongrit (ranked 1811 p4p, 216 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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162 lbs
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164 lbs
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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
7 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Tiago Alexandre!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Julio Cesar Sitsongrit!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Alan Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Alexandre shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sitsongrit but Sitsongrit pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sitsongrit gets caught flat footed, as Alexandre shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Alexandre stopping the sweep attempt from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit has his hands on Alexandre's head, controlling the position.
Alexandre trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit looking to control but Alexandre passes into half guard.
Alexandre is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Sitsongrit to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sitsongrit is trying to control the position but Alexandre postures up.
Sitsongrit looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Alexandre working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sitsongrit is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sitsongrit 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.
Alexandre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sitsongrit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sitsongrit is looking for a triangle but Alexandre pushes his legs off easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Alexandre passes Sitsongrit's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Alexandre trying to mount his opponent but Sitsongrit defends it.
Alexandre is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sitsongrit doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Alexandre.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Alexandre is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Alexandre wants to free his trapped foot but Sitsongrit is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sitsongrit keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Alexandre throwing shots but Sitsongrit is blocking nicely.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Alexandre is thwarting Sitsongrit's attempts to control the position.
Alexandre trying to pass the guard but Sitsongrit defending well.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
No luck for Alexandre with that takedown attempt.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alexandre feints and as Sitsongrit raises his hands in defense, Alexandre changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sitsongrit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alexandre defends well.
Sitsongrit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Alexandre is aware though and is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alexandre trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongrit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tiago Alexandre dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot
and Alexandre decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sitsongrit's guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to hold Alexandre in close to prevent damage but Alexandre has managed to pass into half guard.
Sitsongrit moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Alexandre drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sitsongrit dives on top into guard.
Sitsongrit wants to control from the top but Alexandre keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Alexandre looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Sitsongrit pushes past his half guard into mount!
Sitsongrit avoids the attempt from Alexandre to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Alexandre has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Sitsongrit's lack of action.
Sitsongrit is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Alexandre doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit trying to control from half guard but Alexandre is working away.
Sitsongrit trying to mount his opponent but Alexandre defends it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sitsongrit moves nicely into side control.
Sitsongrit advances nicely into full mount.
Sitsongrit controlling from the full mount.
Tiago Alexandre overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Alexandre manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Still in half guard, Sitsongrit seems content to control.
Sitsongrit looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sitsongrit is controlling the pace.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Alexandre trying to control from the bottom.
Sitsongrit works his foot free and advances to mount.
Sitsongrit with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Alexandre has given up his back. Will we see Sitsongrit going for some submissions?
Sitsongrit doesn't have the hooks in and Alexandre manages to turn into his guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit can't keep his opponent in guard - Alexandre advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Alexandre is keen to just control but Sitsongrit is a slippery customer.
Alexandre is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Sitsongrit reverses the position - he's now on top in Alexandre's guard.
Sitsongrit works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sitsongrit wants to control but Alexandre is keeping him busy.
Alexandre wants to control but Sitsongrit is keeping busy.
Alexandre is staying active underneath Sitsongrit, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Julio Cesar Sitsongrit showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Alexandre slips a jab from Sitsongrit.
Alexandre is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Alexandre darts in looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit gets double underhooks and turns Alexandre into the cage.
Alexandre shoots in for a double leg but Sitsongrit sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sitsongrit tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Alexandre's ribcage but misses.
Alexandre tries to counter with a takedown but Sitsongrit is quick to defend against it.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Alexandre blocks it.
Alexandre looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Sitsongrit tries to get to full guard but Alexandre has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit manages to get to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Alexandre trying to control but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom.
Sitsongrit bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Alexandre's guard.
Sitsongrit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alexandre swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sitsongrit trying to control but Alexandre is working from the bottom.
Sitsongrit's corner is telling him to maintain position.
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.
Alexandre looking for a sweep. Not yet Alexandre, not yet.
Sitsongrit slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Alexandre wants to sweep here but Sitsongrit controlling him for the moment.
Alexandre not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Alexandre throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sitsongrit escapes and throws Alexandre's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Sitsongrit moves into full mount!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Alexandre is looking to improve his position but Sitsongrit isn't that keen on the idea.
Alexandre tries to lock up and control but Sitsongrit gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sitsongrit can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Alexandre is looking to escape.
Alexandre is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sitsongrit trying to control but Alexandre is having none of it.
Sitsongrit content just to control the position here.
Sitsongrit working for a submission but Alexandre is keeping him at bay.
Sitsongrit works his way to his opponent's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sitsongrit is trying to control but Alexandre is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Sitsongrit with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Alexandre is squirming around, avoiding Sitsongrit's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Julio Cesar Sitsongrit really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Alexandre looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sitsongrit is fending him off so far but Alexandre persists. Nope, Sitsongrit circles away and we're back to standing.
Alexandre fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sitsongrit throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Alexandre was covering up waiting for the punch and Sitsongrit finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Sitsongrit advances position into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit working away.
Sitsongrit trying to control the action but Alexandre is working from the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Alexandre is looking to regain half guard here but Sitsongrit keeps moving and retains side control.
Sitsongrit is looking to take a break and control but Alexandre is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Alexandre is trying to improve his position.
Sitsongrit wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alexandre keeps working.
The referee asks Sitsongrit politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Sitsongrit prefers to stall for the moment though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sitsongrit moves into full mount!
Sitsongrit takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sitsongrit is continuing to stall.
Alexandre regains half guard.
Sitsongrit performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Alexandre tries to roll over but Sitsongrit keeps him under control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit seems to be looking for submissions.
Alexandre is looking for a sweep. Sitsongrit is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sitsongrit wants to work for an arm triangle but Alexandre is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sitsongrit trying to control from half guard but Alexandre is working away.
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.
Sitsongrit looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alexandre is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sitsongrit displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Alexandre.
Sitsongrit drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Alexandre defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tiago Alexandre. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sitsongrit attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alexandre drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sitsongrit looking for a guillotine here but Alexandre defends easily.
Alexandre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sitsongrit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Julio Cesar Sitsongrit dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Alexandre will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit dives in for a single leg takedown but Alexandre sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Alexandre closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Alexandre lands in his opponent's guard.
Alexandre in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Alexandre trying to control but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexandre forces his way into half guard.
Sitsongrit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Alexandre is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit sees it coming and defends easily.
Alexandre wants to free his trapped foot but Sitsongrit is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Alexandre is just content to waste time from the top position. Sitsongrit takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Sitsongrit has Alexandre pulled in close to control his posture.
That's two 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.
Sitsongrit wants to sweep but no luck.
Sitsongrit keeps trying to improve his position.
Alexandre trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongrit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alexandre content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Sitsongrit has locked up a guillotine! Sitsongrit's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Alexandre is holding on here and Sitsongrit must be using up a lot of energy. Alexandre has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Sitsongrit gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Julio Cesar Sitsongrit!
Julio Cesar Sitsongrit is the new lightweight champion!
Julio Cesar Sitsongrit managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, JagWars & BadBoys Inc., into his post fight interview.
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