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Coming up we have a middleweight kickboxing rules bout between Floyd Mayweather Jr (ranked 5284 p4p, 513 weight class) and Karl Hermann (ranked 6001 p4p, 543 weight class). Karl Hermann acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the ring.
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Granite chin
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Floyd Mayweather Jr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Karl Hermann!
The judges for this bout are David Hoff, Daniel Franklin and Santiago Holmes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hermann misses with an uppercut
enabling Mayweather Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Mayweather Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mayweather Jr lands a lovely overhand right.
Karl Hermann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hermann throws a jab but it's blocked by Mayweather Jr.
Mayweather Jr seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Mayweather Jr throws out a loose jab but Hermann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hermann scores with the left hand. Mayweather Jr knows he should have avoided that one.
Hermann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mayweather Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Hermann.
Mayweather Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hermann.
An attempted straight right counter from Mayweather Jr misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermann misses with a shot to the body
and Mayweather Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hermann throws a right hand that misses
and Mayweather Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hermann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mayweather Jr.
Mayweather Jr tests Hermann's chin there with a solid looking shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hermann connects with a looping right hand.
Hermann just misses with a punch to the body.
Mayweather Jr misses with a right hand
and Hermann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hermann misses with an uppercut. Mayweather Jr saw that one coming.
It looked like Mayweather Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A shot to the liver by Mayweather Jr. Beautiful body shot.
Hermann gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mayweather Jr throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mayweather Jr moves forwards but Hermann connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mayweather Jr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hermann throws an overhand right that lands on Mayweather Jr's shoulder, as Mayweather Jr tries to avoid the shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hermann connects with the punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hermann lands a jab to the nose.
Hermann jabs Mayweather Jr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hermann misses with a looping left.
Hermann looks to throw the jab but Mayweather Jr is out of range.
Mayweather Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hermann.
Hermann misses with a lunging right hand
and Mayweather Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Hermann.
Mayweather Jr throwing a counter right hand but Hermann manages to avoid it.
Hermann lands with a good body shot.
Mayweather Jr walks into a left hand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hermann tests Mayweather Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Karl Hermann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mayweather Jr throws the left hand but Hermann avoids the punch easily.
Hermann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hermann just misses with a punch to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Mayweather Jr as he connects with a hook.
Mayweather Jr misses with a body shot.
Mayweather Jr is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Mayweather Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Mayweather Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hermann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mayweather Jr takes one to the side of the head.
Hermann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mayweather Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Hermann.
Mayweather Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hermann.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mayweather Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Hermann looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hermann uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mayweather Jr.
Mayweather Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mayweather Jr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hermann throws an overhand right that lands on Mayweather Jr's shoulder, as Mayweather Jr tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Mayweather Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hermann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hermann closes the distance and pushes Mayweather Jr back into the ropes.
Hermann prevents a body shot from Mayweather Jr.
Hermann lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mayweather Jr.
A right hook to the body lands for Hermann.
Good body shot from Hermann.
Hermann misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mayweather Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karl Hermann dominated that round.
That's time! Mayweather Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Hermann's corner calls for a 1-2. Hermann obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hermann throws a hook but Mayweather Jr avoids it easily.
It looked like Mayweather Jr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hermann.
Hermann lands with a right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hermann. Mayweather Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mayweather Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Hermann counters with a right hand to the body.
Hermann lands with a cross.
A cross from Hermann lands.
Hermann lands a head shot.
Hermann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mayweather Jr.
Hermann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hermann darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mayweather Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hermann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hermann moves out of range as Mayweather Jr strikes.
Hermann works Mayweather Jr's body with a nice hook.
Mayweather Jr looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hermann cracks Mayweather Jr with a good jab.
Mayweather Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Hermann takes the fight into the clinch.
Hermann lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mayweather Jr.
Hermann lands a hook that snaps the head of Mayweather Jr backwards.
Hermann lands with a left to the head.
Mayweather Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Hermann controls the action.
Hermann lands on the inside with an uppercut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hermann pushes Mayweather Jr back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Mayweather Jr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Hermann slows down the pace here.
Mayweather Jr tries to throw a body punch but Hermann avoids it by throwing Mayweather Jr back against the ropes.
Hermann digs a right hand underneath Mayweather Jr's ribcage. Mayweather Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mayweather Jr is trying to break the clinch but Hermann has him pressed against the ropes.
Mayweather Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nice body punch from Hermann - that landed with a thud.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mayweather Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermann.
Hermann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hermann has Mayweather Jr pushed against the ropes.
Hermann scores with a hook to the body.
Hermann struggles to land a body shot inside as Mayweather Jr controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hermann.
Hermann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mayweather Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mayweather Jr misses with the head strike.
Hermann lands a right hand.
Mayweather Jr working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Hermann - that landed with a thud.
Hermann lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nice body punch from Hermann - that landed with a thud.
A short body shot lands from Hermann as the two fighters clinch.
Hermann dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Hermann is working Mayweather Jr over against the ropes.
Hermann lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hermann lands with a short shot to the head.
Hermann controlling the action here for a moment.
A right hand to the body from Hermann.
Hermann is working Mayweather Jr over against the ropes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hermann.
Hermann lands a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hermann pushes Mayweather Jr back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Hermann.
Hermann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Come on Hermann - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Hermann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hermann presses Mayweather Jr against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Hermann is working Mayweather Jr over against the ropes.
Hermann leaning against his opponent.
Hermann lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hermann is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Hermann is leaning against Mayweather Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Hermann lands a shot to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karl Hermann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Mayweather Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Mayweather Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hermann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mayweather Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hermann ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hermann scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A lazy left from Hermann finds it's target.
Hermann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hermann listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Hermann lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mayweather Jr looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hermann cracks Mayweather Jr with a left hand that drops him to the canvas, up against the ropes! Can Mayweather Jr get back up in time? 3, 4, 5, 6, 7... he's on one knee... 8, 9... he's up! 'Walk towards me' says the referee. Mayweather Jr looks steady enough to continue so we're going to continue!
Mayweather Jr is rocked!
It looks like Floyd Mayweather Jr has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hermann gets a clinch.
Hermann blocks an uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hermann avoiding damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Hermann.
Hermann digs a right hand into Mayweather Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mayweather Jr's gas tank.
Hermann scores with a shot to the side of Mayweather Jr's head.
Hermann digs a right hand underneath Mayweather Jr's ribcage. Mayweather Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hermann cracks Mayweather Jr with a nice body shot.
Hermann throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hermann is working Mayweather Jr over against the ropes.
Hermann throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A hook to the body from Hermann.
Hermann stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hermann digs a right hand underneath Mayweather Jr's ribcage. Mayweather Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hermann pushes Mayweather Jr back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Hermann.
Hermann working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hermann digs a right hand underneath Mayweather Jr's ribcage. Mayweather Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A right hand to the body from Hermann.
Karl Hermann is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hermann lands a body punch.
A short right from Hermann on the inside.
Hermann's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Mayweather Jr is trying to maintain a safe position but Hermann gets an underhook and turns Mayweather Jr into the ropes.
Hermann digs a right hand underneath Mayweather Jr's ribcage. Mayweather Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A hook to the body from Hermann.
Mayweather Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mayweather Jr misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hermann.
Hermann lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hermann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mayweather Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mayweather Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hermann keeps control of Mayweather Jr as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Hermann digs a right hand underneath Mayweather Jr's ribcage. Mayweather Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mayweather Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mayweather Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Mayweather Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Floyd Mayweather Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mayweather Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hermann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Hermann.
Mayweather Jr wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hermann works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hermann blocking some punches.
Hermann displaying some good clinch control by pressing Mayweather Jr up against the ropes.
Hermann blocking some punches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hermann.
Mayweather Jr tries to break free but Hermann pushes him back against the ropes.
Hermann is leaning against Mayweather Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Hermann lands a body punch.
Mayweather Jr looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Hermann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hermann is working Mayweather Jr over against the ropes.
Hermann lands a shoulder strike.
Mayweather Jr tries a body shot but Hermann blocks it.
Mayweather Jr is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Mayweather Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
Karl Hermann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hermann has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 25:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 25:30
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karl Hermann!
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FIGHT
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